Sports News Today — November 12, 2026
Rockets' Smart ejected for throwing punch at Warriors' Bassey and more — today's sports signal.
The world of sports is always filled with action and drama, and today is no exception. The NBA saw a heated moment between the Rockets and Warriors, as Rockets' Smart was ejected for throwing a punch at Warriors' Bassey, showing just how intense these matchups can get. Meanwhile, in the NFL, the Cardinals are looking to shake things up by starting rookie QB Beck against the Rams, with coach LaFleur giving him the green light to take charge and 'let it sling'. This move comes as other coaches, like Tomlin, are focusing on their current endeavors, with Tomlin stating he has no thoughts of returning to coaching just yet, instead focusing on his broadcasting career.
As the sports landscape continues to shift, other teams are dealing with their own struggles and potential changes. The USMNT is facing the possibility of losing coach Pochettino to Man United, which could be a significant blow, and fans are already wondering who could step in to replace him. In the NBA, the Kings are off to a tough start with a 1-10 record, but rookie star Acuff is refusing to give up, declaring 'I'm not a loser' and showing the determination and grit that defines many athletes. And in a separate note, actor Frankie Muniz is recovering from a crash at the Daytona track, thankfully released from the hospital and on the mend, a reminder that even outside of professional sports, the spirit of competition and perseverance can be found in many different areas.
Today's signal:
• Rockets' Smart ejected for throwing punch at Warriors' Bassey (espn.com)
• Actor Frankie Muniz released from hospital, 'little sore' after Daytona crash (espn.com)
• Cardinals to start rookie QB Beck against Rams: 'Go let it sling,' says LaFleur (espn.com)
• Tomlin: Focus on broadcasting, not 'one iota of thought' yet to coaching return (espn.com)
• Could USMNT stomach losing Pochettino to Man United? Who could replace him? (espn.com)
• Weighed down by Kings' 1-10 start, rookie star Acuff declares he is 'not a loser' (espn.com)