📺 Sports This Week
🏀NBA
Denver Nuggets (23-12) @ Boston Celtics (22-12) – Wednesday, Jan 7th
7:00 PM ET | 12:00 AM London (Thurs) | 9:00 AM Tokyo (Thurs) – ESPN
An injury-riddled Nuggets squad without Nikola Jokic hopes to avoid a third straight loss as it visits the surging Celtics.
Los Angeles Lakers (22-11) @ San Antonio Spurs (25-10) – Wednesday, Jan 7th
9:30 PM ET | 2:30 AM London (Thurs) | 11:30 AM Tokyo (Thurs) – ESPN
This Western Conference rivalry is good for basketball, and it seems like it’s officially back after splitting the first two meetings.
🏒 NHL
Dallas Stars (25-9-8) @ Carolina Hurricanes (25-14-3) –Tuesday, Jan 6th
7:00 PM ET | 12:00 AM London (Wed) | 9:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – ESPN+/Victory+/FanDuel Sports Network South
Mikko Rantanen returns to Carolina for the first time since his messy exit atlast year’s trade deadline.
Colorado Avalanche (31-3-7) @ Tampa Bay Lightning (25-13-3) – Tuesday, Jan 6th
7:00 PM ET | 12:00 AM London (Wed) | 9:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – ESPN+/Altitude Sports
The Avalanche looks to continue its hot start with a second win over the top team in the Eastern Conference in a rematch of the 2022 Stanley Cup Final.
🏈 College Football Playoff
Vrbo Fiesta Bowl
No. 10 Miami (12-2) vs. No. 6 Ole Miss (13-1) – Thursday, Jan 8th
7:30 PM ET | 12:30 AM London (Fri) | 9:30 AM Tokyo (Fri) – ESPN
Cinderella runs continue in Arizona. Will Trinidad Chambliss lead the Rebels into the championship game despite all their coaching changes or will the Hurricane defense help Miami make history?
🏀Men’s College Basketball
No. 6 Duke (13-1) @ No. 20 Louisville (11-3) – Tuesday, Jan 6th
7:00 PM ET | 12:00 AM London (Wed) | 9:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – ESPN
Duke enters a raucous ACC environment against a Louisville team that is still undefeated at home.
No. 14 Texas Tech (11-3) @ No. 7 Houston (13-1) – Tuesday, Jan 6th
9:00 PM ET | 2:00 AM London (Wed) | 11:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – FS1
Two elite Texas college basketball programs clash for the first time this season.
No. 13 Alabama (11-3) @ No. 11 Vanderbilt (14-0) – Wednesday, Jan 7th
9:00 PM ET | 2:00 AM London (Thurs) | 11:00 AM Tokyo (Thurs) – ESPN2
A surprising Commodore squad puts its unbeaten record on the line against one of the SEC’s top programs.
⚽Premier League
West Ham (3-5-12) @ Nottingham Forest (5-3-12) – Tuesday, Jan 6th
3:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM London | 5:00 AM Tokyo (Wed) – USA Network
A battle of Premier League basement-dwellers might not seem like much but could always be entertaining.
Burnley (3-3-14) @ Manchester United (8-7-5) – Wednesday, Jan 7th
3:15 PM ET | 8:15 PM London | 5:15 AM Tokyo (Thurs) – USA Network
Man U’s first match since firing its coach on Monday.
🎬 Entertainment
Tuesday, Jan 6th
Hulu: The Luckiest Man in America
A 2024 drama based on the real-life story of Michael Larson’s 1984 run on the game show Press Your Luck. His preparation depends on his uncanny memorization techniques, but how far can he go while keeping them a secret?
Wednesday, Jan 7th
Paramount+: Harlan Coben’s The Final Twist – Season 1
The best-selling author explores real-life cases by applying his plot-twisting mystery style.
Netflix: 11.22.63 – Season 1
James Franco stars in this Stephen King thriller about a high school teacher who travels back in time to stop the JFK assassination.
Netflix: Marcello Hernandez: American Boy
The SNL comedian makes his Netflix debut with a stand-up special documenting his experiences as a first-generation American with Cuban and Dominican roots, navigating his youth in Miami and making the move to the big stages in New York.
Thursday, Jan 8th
Paramount+: Girl Taken
A quiet English town is flipped upside down when a teenage girl runs away from home and gets abducted by a respected and beloved local teacher.
Hulu: Kevin Costner’s The West – Season 1
Renowned actor Kevin Costner explores the tails and history of the American frontier.
Netflix: HIS & HERS
An FBI agent’s case gets even more complicated as he investigates a murder and his investigative reporter ex-wife gets involved, asking questions about his case. But that’s not the only catch; they each suspect the other did it.
📰 Top Story
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Women’s Basketball Gains Official Pro League – Unrivaled, an organization focused on building women’s sports platforms, announced plans to launch a new professional women’s basketball league in the UK. The initiative aims to create a sustainable competitive circuit with improved pay and support systems for athletes. Backers emphasise long-term development across communities and pathways for talent. If executed well, the league could stimulate fan engagement and sponsorship interest, boosting the sport’s profile.
How to Watch the Australian Open in 2026 - The 2026 Australian Open will once again draw global tennis attention, and fans in the UK and USA have multiple viewing options. In the UK, broadcasters typically include pay-TV and streaming platforms like Eurosport and Discovery+. In the United States, coverage is spread across major networks and digital services, letting viewers follow matches live or on demand. With scheduling across time zones, fans may tune in early mornings or late nights depending on rounds. Streaming options offer flexibility, but subscriptions may be required.
NHL Hall of Famer Bob Pulford Dies - Bob Pulford, a Hall of Famer and long-time NHL player and executive, died at age 87. Pulford had a significant impact on the Blackhawks both on ice and in management, including coaching and front-office roles. His leadership helped shape the team during key eras and influenced generations of players and staff. Tributes from across the hockey world reflect his contributions to the sport’s history.
🔧 Digital Tip
When streaming live sports from abroad, use a multi-hop VPN route if allowed by service terms. This means routing your connection through an additional secure server before reaching your VPN exit node. It adds a layer of obfuscation that can help prevent regional throttling or ISP traffic shaping during peak events, improving stability without sacrificing privacy. Always check service agreements to ensure compliance with streaming platform rules.
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