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Week 11 Recap/ Where Will Zach Lavine Go??
What happened in Week 11? CJ Stroud Still Him
Week 11 Each Game NFL Recap
Cleveland Browns 13, Pittsburgh Steelers 10
This game was a defensive struggle, with both teams finding it hard to score. The Browns managed to edge out the Steelers in a closely contested match, where field position and defensive plays made the difference.
Detroit Lions 31, Chicago Bears 26
A high-scoring game that showcased the offensive capabilities of both teams. The Lions' offense proved to be slightly more efficient, leading them to a great comeback in the 4th giving them the victory over the Bears in a back-and-forth battle.
Green Bay Packers 23, Los Angeles Chargers 20
In a tightly contested game, the Packers showed resilience by pulling off a narrow win against the Chargers. Key plays in the fourth quarter helped Green Bay seal the victory in this closely matched encounter.
Miami Dolphins 20, Las Vegas Raiders 13
The Dolphins continued their impressive season with a well-rounded performance against the Raiders. Tyreek Hill went down for a little bit and then came back in and made a big impact. Miami's balanced attack on offense and solid defense were key factors in their victory.
New York Giants 31, Washington Commanders 19
The Giants displayed a strong offensive game, efficiently scoring against the Commanders. Commanders almost completed the comeback to win the game but the Giants got a pick 6 to end it.
Dallas Cowboys 33, Carolina Panthers 10
The Cowboys dominated the Panthers with a comprehensive performance on both sides of the ball. Seemed like it might of been a closer game at first but then the Cowboys started playing like they should. Dallas' offense was in fine form, and their defense stifled the Panthers throughout the game.
Jacksonville Jaguars 34, Tennessee Titans 14
The Jaguars put on an impressive offensive display, easily handling the Titans. Trevor Lawrence played very well and the Titans are just awful.
Houston Texans 21, Arizona Cardinals 16
In a surprising outcome, the Texans managed to defeat the Cardinals. Houston's defense played a crucial role, making key stops and turnovers to secure an unexpected victory. Once again, CJ Stroud is him.
San Francisco 49ers 27, Tampa Bay Buccaneers 14
The 49ers demonstrated their strength on both offense and defense, comfortably defeating the Buccaneers. Brock Purdy with an efficient game, and their defense kept the Buccaneers' offense in check.
Buffalo Bills 32, New York Jets 6
The Bills showcased their offensive firepower, overwhelming the Jets with a dominant performance. Josh Allen threw for multiple touchdowns, leading his team to a convincing victory.
Los Angeles Rams 17, Seattle Seahawks 16
A close game that came down to the wire, with the Rams narrowly defeating the Seahawks. Key defensive stops in the final quarter helped the Rams secure a hard-fought victory.
Denver Broncos 21, Minnesota Vikings 20
The Broncos secured a narrow win in a game that was competitive throughout. Russel Wilson throwing the game winning touchdown to Sutton in the final seconds of the game.
Best Performers of The Week
Tank Dell - 28.90 points
Tank Dell had an outstanding performance in the Houston Texans' victory over the Arizona Cardinals Sunday. He recorded a season-high 149 yards on eight receptions, showcasing his receiving skills and playmaking ability. Dell also scored a touchdown, setting a franchise rookie record with his sixth touchdown catch of the season.
Calvin Ridley - 31.10 points
Ridley had a remarkable performance in the Jacksonville Jaguars' victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. He made a significant impact with 7 receptions for 103 yards, showcasing his ability as a key receiver. Ridley also scored 2 touchdowns, contributing crucially to the Jaguars' offense in their 34-14 win over the Titans.
Saquon Barkley - 30.00 points
Despite a challenging first half where he had minus-2 rushing yards on six attempts, Barkley turned things around significantly. He managed to finish the game with 84 rushing yards and two receiving touchdowns, contributing crucially to the Giants' 31-19 victory over the Commanders. This performance was particularly resilient, helping the Giants end a three-game losing streak.
Where Will Zach Lavine Go?
Zach LaVine has frequently appeared in speculative NBA trade discussions in recent years. This week, there was a significant development suggesting that a trade involving the Bulls' ex-All-Star guard might actually materialize. Reports have surfaced that the Bulls are considering trading LaVine. While it's premature to pinpoint his exact destination, Dual Sport Report thinks that LaVine has certain teams in mind.
LaVine reportedly favors a move to the Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, or Philadelphia 76ers. Additionally, he's interested in the San Antonio Spurs, particularly for the opportunity to play alongside top draft pick Victor Wembanyama, considering the Spurs' current offensive struggles and LaVine's previous experience under coach Gregg Popovich with Team USA. Another potential destination is the Sacramento Kings, a team with which LaVine had previously signed a restricted free agency offer sheet in 2018, which the Bulls matched. Now, a trade to the Kings could be a possibility.
However, LaVine's interest in these teams doesn't necessarily mean they are equally keen on him. For example, the 76ers might not be inclined to make a substantial offer for LaVine, as per Marc Stein's report. Similarly, the Knicks and Mavericks are not expected to actively pursue him. The Lakers seem to show some interest, but the level of interest from the Heat, Kings, or Spurs in acquiring LaVine remains unclear.
Kings' De'Aaron Fox, Knicks' Jalen Brunson named NBA Players of the Week
De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento Kings
The reigning Kia Clutch Player of the Year led Sacramento to a perfect 4-0 record this week with averages 32.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, 6.3 assists and 2.3 steals. Fox’s week was highlighted by an In-Season Tournament win at San Antonio where he scored 43 points, including five 3-pointers, to go with eight rebounds and seven assists. One day later, he posted his second straight 30-point game where he tied his career-high in 3-pointers (six) as the Kings defeated the Mavericks
This is the fourth Player of the Week honors for Fox.
Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks
Brunson led New York to 3-1 record this week with averages of 28.5 points and 6.5 assists. His week was highlighted by back-to-back 32-point performances against the Wizards and Hornets, respectively. The 6-foot-2 guard impressed with his 3-point shooting as he went 54.3% from deep during Week 4.
Brunson helped the Knicks improve to 1-1 in In-Season Tournament Group Play, eliminating the Wizards from contention.