Eman Bacosa, son of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, showcased his skills at the 50th anniversary of Thrilla in Manila, aiming to establish his own identity in the sport while embracing his father’s legacy.
Myles Turner, a Milwaukee Bucks center, was booed by Indiana Pacers fans during his return to Indianapolis. Despite the mixed reception, the Bucks won 117-115 with Giannis Antetokounmpo’s buzzer-beater. The incident highlighted emotions surrounding Turner’s transition from the Pacers.
Oklahoma City Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander confirms safety of his family after a break-in at his home last week. The incident happened during a home game while he played as NBA’s reigning MVP. Law enforcement is investigating, and no injuries reported.
Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs faced their first defeat of the season against the Phoenix Suns with a score of 130-118. Wembanyama scored nine points, marking a challenging performance for the young center after a strong start to the season.
Dylan Harper of the San Antonio Spurs left the game against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday due to a left calf injury. Harper, a key rookie player, sustained the injury while defending against Suns center Nick Richards during the second quarter. The team has not yet provided an update on the injury’s severity.
Filipino tennis player Alex Eala achieved a career-high ranking of No. 50 in the WTA rankings, marking a significant milestone. Despite a loss at the Hong Kong Open, she improved from her previous rank of No. 51. Eala plans to compete in the Southeast Asian Games in Thailand.
Manchester City striker Erling Haaland donned a Joker costume for a Halloween prank on the streets of Manchester. Haaland visited local stores, but his disguise did not fool many. Despite the makeup and green hair, the footballer’s identity was quickly recognized.
Police in Nichols Hills are investigating a burglary at the home of Oklahoma City Thunder player Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The incident occurred while the team played against the Washington Wizards. Suspects fled before police arrived, and no confirmation was made regarding the identity of the house’s residents or what items were taken.
Gilas Pilipinas coach Norman Black has included De La Salle’s Mike Phillips in the men’s national basketball team pool for the Southeast Asian Games, citing Phillips’ potential to advance to the men’s team. Phillips, eager for more than another gold, has prior SEA Games experience.
Luka Doncic made a dominant return after a three-game absence, powering the Los Angeles Lakers to a 117-112 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday night at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee.