Men's hoops Day 1 takeaways: Flagg, Kansas, court storming and more

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Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp has been informed that the team is seeking a trade immediately after he expressed his desire to stay in LA. Kupp, who signed a three-year contract extension worth $80.1 million, is set to have a cap hit of $29.8 million next season. The Rams will save $20 million if they trade Kupp post-June 1, but releasing him will result in $22.2 million in dead money. Full Article

Premier League clubs experienced a hectic transfer deadline day as last-minute January deals were finalized before the window closed at 11pm. The biggest news was Marcus Rashford moving to Aston Villa, resolving the main saga of the window. Additionally, Mathys Tel had a change of heart and decided to join Spurs after initially turning down the club last week following a conversation with Ange Postecoglou. Full Article

The Independent relies on reader support to cover important stories on topics like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, providing unbiased reporting accessible to all. UFC fighter Paddy Pimblett addressed criticism for not releasing a chokehold during a gym fight, explaining that both fighters agreed to continue until someone was unconscious. The feud stemmed from Pimblett defending his gym mates against bullying, with both fighters eventually shaking hands and moving on. Full Article

Ramona Shelburne, a senior writer for ESPN.com with seven years at the Los Angeles Daily News, reports on a shocking NBA trade between the Lakers and Mavericks involving Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis. The trade, orchestrated by Mavericks GM Nico Harrison and Lakers GM Rob Pelinka, was kept highly secretive to avoid external influences, with even the Utah Jazz unaware of the deal until shortly before it was finalized. The unexpected move sparked protests in...

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