📺 Sports This Week
🏈NFL
Los Angeles Rams (11-3) @ Seattle Seahawks (11-3) - Thursday, Dec 18th
8:15 PM ET | 1:15 AM London (Fri) | 10:15 AM Tokyo (Fri) – Prime Video
The Rams and Seahawks battle for first place in the NFC West and the No.1 overall seed in the NFC playoff picture.
🏀 NBA
San Antonio Spurs (18-7) @ New York Knicks (18-7) – Tuesday, Dec 16th
8:30 PM ET | 1:30 AM London (Wed) | 10:30 AM Tokyo (Wed) – Prime Video
The only game in the NBA on Tuesday: the youthful, energetic Spurs against a veteran Knicks team looking to take over the East.
Memphis Grizzlies (11-14) @ Minnesota Timberwolves (17-9) – Wednesday, Dec 17th
8:00 PM ET | 1:00 AM London (Thurs) | 10:00 AM Tokyo (Thurs) – NBA TV
This one could come down to whoever’s less injured. The good thing is this is the first of four matchups this season, so there will be plenty of chances to recover.
🏒 NHL
New York Islanders (19-11-3) @ Detroit Red Wings(18-12-3), Tuesday, Dec 16th
7:00 PM ET | 12:00 AM London (Wed) | 9:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – ESPN+
The Islanders have scored 12 goals in their two previous matchups with the Red Wings this season. Does Detroit have what it takes to turn the tables in the final regular-season meeting?
New Jersey Devils (18-14-1) @ Vegas Golden Knights (16-8-9), Wednesday, Dec 17th
8:00 PM ET | 1:00 AM London (Wed) | 10:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – ESPN+/Victory+ (Dallas)
The second time these two teams have met in 12 days. Can New Jersey avoid the season sweep … or at least another shutout?
🏀 Men’s College Basketball
No. 11 Louisville (9-1) @ No. 20 Tennessee (7-3), Tuesday, Dec 16th
7:00 PM ET | 12:00 AM London (Wed) | 9:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – ESPN
Can Louisville earn its first road win against a Tennessee team that has yet to lose at home?
🎬 Entertainment
Tuesday, December 16th
HBO Max: The Secrets We Bury
Discovers investigative series dives into the mysterious disappearance of Korean War vet George Carroll, as his four children seek answers after one found his remains in the family’s basement decades later.
Prime Video: Joker: Folie A Deux
Joaquin Phoenix returns as the Joker in this 2024 sequel to his hit film. This time, he’s in custody awaiting trial for murder, but finds inspiration and love through musical therapy, before ultimately learning of his fate.
Prime Video: Fallout – Season 2
Based on the popular video game series, this post-apocalyptic drama follows society as it recovers from a nuclear holocaust post “Great War of 2077.” As the season continues, the characters learns more about the War and its surrounding secrets and mysteries.
Wednesday, December 17th
Peacock: The Voice – Season 28 Finale
Who will become the 28th champion of NBC’s hit singing competition?
Thursday, December 18th
Netflix: Emily in Paris – Season 5
Netflix’s popular romance series continues as Emily navigates the challenges of her new role at Agence Grateau, jumping between France and Italy and trying to maintain her life balance while still chasing her lifelong goals.
Hulu/Disney+: AMerican Sweatshop
A mystery thriller in which a social media moderator desperately searches for accountable parties after witnessing a crime online, only to continue down a rabbit hole they never asked to find.
HBO Max: Counting Crows: Have You Seen Me Lately?
A documentary following the Counting Crows’ emotional journey from humble, West Coast beginnings to stardom on the world’s biggest stages.
Prime Video: Human Specimens
Based on a novel by Kanae Minato, this miniseries tells the tale of a scientific professor and his confession after turning in six young boys, including his own son, into “human specimens.”
Peacock: Jimmy Fallon’s Holiday Seasoning Spectacular
The Tonight Show host Jimmy Fallon searches for Christmas cheer through a music-filled night with celebrities.
📰 Top Story
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📚 Don’t Miss This
Patrick Mahomes Undergoes Knee Surgery – Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has undergone surgery in Dallas to repair a torn ACL in his left knee, the team confirmed. The procedure followed an injury he suffered late in a game against the Los Angeles Chargers that also ended the Chiefs’ playoff hopes this season. Reports indicate the surgery included LCL repair as well, though team officials focused on the ACL fix. Mahomes will begin rehab immediately, and coaches expressed confidence in his mindset and recovery plan. Typical ACL recovery timelines suggest he may miss significant portions of the next season as he works back to full strength.
2026 World Cup Ticket Prices Face Backlash - Fans and supporter groups across football have criticised FIFA’s pricing for ticket sales to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Ticket costs, particularly for semifinals and the final, are much higher than expected, with the cheapest final tickets reported above $4,000 and some match paths costing over $8,000. Supporter organisations describe the pricing as a “betrayal” and are calling for changes, urging FIFA to reconsider how pricing affects accessibility for loyal fans. The backlash highlights concerns over affordability, demand-based pricing, and whether the sport’s flagship event remains open to the broader fan community.
Arsenal Away Form Raises Concerns for Arteta - Arsenal’s recent away matches continue to trouble Mikel Arteta, with a familiar pattern emerging once again. In their last three away games against Sunderland, Chelsea, and Aston Villa, Arsenal conceded the opening goal each time. Set-piece defending played a role, with Sunderland scoring from a long free kick and Chelsea from a corner, while Villa capitalised on a brief lapse in focus.
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