Steemit Sports Report: College Football Playoff Bracket Unveiled Today; James Harden Enters NBA's Top 10 All-Time Scoring List
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Here are the top headlines and major updates from the world of sports for Sunday, December 7, 2025. We cover everything from the pitch to the court.
🏀 NBA Professional Basketball
James Harden Enters NBA's Top 10 All-Time Scoring List
Los Angeles Clippers guard James Harden surpassed Carmelo Anthony to move into 10th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list with a free throw in the third quarter of Saturday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Source: NBA.com
Orlando Magic vs. New York Knicks: Sunday Afternoon Matchup Preview
The Orlando Magic (14-9) are set to host the New York Knicks (15-7) in a 12:00 PM ET game on Sunday, December 7. The Knicks are projected as favorites with a 71.38% win probability.
Source: OnSportsNow / Plain Text Sports / FanDuel Research
NBA Cup Finale Returns to Las Vegas, Future Format Under Review
The NBA Cup semifinals and championship game are set to be played in Las Vegas for the third consecutive year this month. However, a format change next season means only the championship game will be held at a neutral site, making Las Vegas's future as the host uncertain.
Source: Las Vegas Review-Journal
🏈 NFL Professional Football
Cardinals Without WR Marvin Harrison Jr. for Week 14; Team Leads NFL in IR Placements
The Arizona Cardinals will be without wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. for Week 14 due to a heel injury. The team has placed 26 players on injured reserve this year.
Source: Pro Football Rumors, PrizePicks
Cardinals Might Not Activate RB Trey Benson Off Injured Reserve
There are rumors that the Arizona Cardinals may not activate running back Trey Benson from injured reserve.
Source: NFLTradeRumors.co
Steelers LB T.J. Watt Returns to Practice After Toe Injury
Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker T.J. Watt returned to practice on Thursday after missing the previous day with a toe injury, indicating he is likely to play.
Source: CBS News
NFL.com Analysts Predict Seahawks to Defeat Falcons in Week 14
NFL.com analysts have made their Week 14 picks, with a consensus forecasting the Seattle Seahawks to defeat the Atlanta Falcons.
Source: NFL.com
Chicago Bears' Run Game, Overhauled by Ben Johnson, Ranks NFL-Best in Success Rate
The Chicago Bears' running game, under head coach Ben Johnson, has been transformed into a juggernaut, leading the NFL in rushing success rate (35.9%).
Source: PFF, NFL.com
🏅 NCAA College Sports
College Football Playoff Bracket Unveiled Today, December 7, 2025
The College Football Playoff Selection Committee is set to announce its final rankings and the 12-team bracket live on ESPN today, shaping the postseason for top college football teams.
Source: Houston Chronicle
⚽ Soccer (Football)
Ferran Torres' Hat-trick Powers Barcelona to 5-3 Victory Over Real Betis, Extending La Liga Lead
Ferran Torres netted a first-half hat-trick as Barcelona secured a thrilling 5-3 victory over Real Betis, extending their lead at the top of La Liga to four points. Lamine Yamal and Roony Bardghji also scored for Barcelona.
Source: Times of India
Real Madrid Prepare for Celta Vigo Clash, Aiming to Close Four-Point Gap on La Liga Leaders Barcelona
Real Madrid will host Celta Vigo, seeking a crucial win to close the gap on La Liga leaders Barcelona to one point. Xabi Alonso's side ended a three-game winless run in their last match.
Source: Al Jazeera
Real Madrid Manager Xabi Alonso Addresses Concerns Regarding Arda Guler's Struggles and Room for Improvement
Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has addressed Arda Guler's struggles, stating there is still room for improvement for the young player.
Source: Football Espana
Fede Valverde Expected to Start at Right-Back for Real Madrid Against Celta Vigo Due to Defensive Injury Crisis
Due to multiple defensive absences, including Trent Alexander-Arnold and Dani Carvajal, Fede Valverde is expected to return to right-back for Real Madrid's clash against Celta Vigo.
Source: Football Espana
Spain Women's National Football Team Secures Historic Bronze Medal at First World Cup
The Spanish women's football team won the bronze medal in the first World Cup in history, defeating Argentina 5-1 in the consolation final.
Source: Ground News
Spain Coach Luis de la Fuente Expresses Excitement for Potential Finalissima Match Against Argentina
Spain national team head coach Luis de la Fuente shared his eagerness for a possible Finalissima match against Argentina, viewing it as a great opportunity for competition and another trophy.
Source: Zamin.uz
Fulham to Host Crystal Palace in London Derby, Both Teams Aiming for Crucial Premier League Points
Fulham will welcome Crystal Palace to Craven Cottage for a highly anticipated London derby. Fulham seeks to bounce back from a 5-4 defeat to Manchester City, while Palace aims to continue their push for a Champions League spot.
Source: The Football Faithful
🏒 Hockey
Canadiens defeat Maple Leafs in shootout, Caufield extends point streak to 10 games
Alexandre Texier's shootout goal lifted the Montreal Canadiens to a 2-1 win over the Toronto Maple Leafs, with Cole Caufield extending his points streak to 10 games for the Canadiens.
Source: Spectors Hockey
Maple Leafs goaltending situation hits new low with starting goalie Joseph Woll placed on injured reserve
The Toronto Maple Leafs placed starting goalie Joseph Woll (lower body) on injured reserve, retroactive to Dec. 4, and he is expected to be sidelined for one week.
Source: Yardbarker
⛳ Golf
Sepp Straka surges past Scottie Scheffler to lead Hero World Challenge in the Bahamas
Sepp Straka made three birdies and two eagles on the par 5s for an 8-under 64 and seized on some late misses by Scottie Scheffler to take a one-shot lead going into the final round of the Hero World Challenge.
Source: TSN
Gianna Clemente climbs leaderboard in pursuit of LPGA Tour Card at Final Qualifying
Gianna Clemente, a 17-year-old who recently turned professional, climbed from T65 to T12 after a bogey-free 5-under 67 in the second round of LPGA Final Qualifying.
Source: LPGA
Rory McIlroy praises Australian Open atmosphere, but says scheduling still limits global appeal
Superstar Rory McIlroy says the Australian Open has all the ingredients to attract the world's best golfers, but scheduling still limits its appeal, despite the 'McIlroy-mania' and sell-out crowds.
Source: Golf Australia Magazine
🏎️ F1
Lando Norris crowned 2025 F1 World Champion in Abu Dhabi despite Max Verstappen victory
Lando Norris secured his maiden Formula 1 Drivers' title by finishing third in the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, becoming the 35th different F1 world champion. Max Verstappen won the race.
Source: WSLS 10
🏏 Cricket
Australia clinch second Ashes Test with emphatic eight-wicket victory over England, taking 2-0 series lead
Australia cruised to an emphatic eight-wicket win over England in the day-night second Ashes Test in Brisbane on Sunday for an ominous 2-0 lead in the series.
Source: Al Jazeera
Yashasvi Jaiswal scores maiden ODI ton, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma hit fifties as India win series 2-1 against South Africa
Yashasvi Jaiswal scored his maiden ODI century while Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma slammed fifties as India defeated South Africa by 9 wickets to clinch the series 2-1.
Source: The Indian Express
England captain Ben Stokes admits team struggled under pressure but refuses to concede Ashes
England captain Ben Stokes admitted his team struggled to handle pressure in key moments during their second Test defeat to Australia, but refused to concede the Ashes, believing a 3-2 victory is still possible.
Source: The Times of India
Virat Kohli breaks Ricky Ponting's record of most 50+ scores against South Africa in ODI cricket
With his unbeaten 65 in Vizag, Virat Kohli broke Ricky Ponting's record of most 50+ scores against South Africa in ODI cricket.
Source: NDTV Sports
Namibia appoint Gary Kirsten as consultant ahead of 2026 Men's T20 World Cup
Namibia have appointed former Indian and South African coach Gary Kirsten as a consultant ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.
Source: ICC Cricket News
🎾 Tennis
Rublev, De Minaur, Humbert, and Ruud reach the Final Four of the UTS London Grand Final
Andrey Rublev, Alex de Minaur, Ugo Humbert, and Casper Ruud will vie for the 2025 UTS champion title on Sunday at the Copper Box Arena in London.
Source: Tennis Majors
Sorana Cirstea announces plans to retire after the 2026 season
The 2026 season will be Sorana Cirstea's farewell to the pro circuit, as the 35-year-old announced she will retire after her 20th year on tour.
Source: Tennis Now
Roger Federer elected to International Tennis Hall of Fame's Class of 2026
Roger Federer was elected to the International Tennis Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility, the Rhode Island-based Hall announced Wednesday.
Source: US Open Tennis Championships
Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool become first all-British doubles pair to finish year-end world No.1
Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool have become the first all-British doubles team to be crowned year-end ATP doubles No.1s after sealing their first victory at the Nitto ATP Finals.
Source: LTA
🏁 Conclusion
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