The GIST: With the Clippers and Lakers tipping off the NBA season and a former Laker taking on a new role with the Sparks, basketball’s on the top of our minds.

The GIST: You lose some, you (hopefully) win some. The Mavericks might have dropped their season-opener, but the Cowboys could still turn things around in the Big D with a big win this weekend.

The GIST: With a thrilling, down to the wire season-opening win, the Celtics brought us plenty of good cheer. The Patriots? Umm, not so much.

The GIST: The 76ers are so back, and the Phillies are reshuffling some cubicles in the front office with hopes of turning the team around.

The GIST: Lots happening in the District. Danita Johnson broke barriers and Nationals’ home run hero Howie Kendrick hung up his cleats. Meanwhile, the Washington Football Team’s (WFT) off-field missteps took center stage, the Wizards opened their season and the Spirit made another trade. Phew.

The GIST: Chicago’s winter weather has us ready to sit on the couch and enjoy some basketball. Thankfully, the Bulls are back and the Northwestern Wildcats are living up to the hype.

The GIST: The College Football Playoff (CFP) bracket is officially set, with semifinal action scheduled for New Year’s Day. 2021, we knew you wouldn’t disappoint.

The GIST: To celebrate our expansion to Dallas, the Cowboys are one win out of first place in the NFC East and the Mavericks begin their season on Wednesday. A welcome present, indeed!

The GIST: Hey, what’s up, hello Seattle! Grab a cup of joe and catch up on a thrilling weekend for our teams.

The GIST: On the Chicago teams’ never-ending emotional rollercoaster, yesterday QB Mitch Trubisky brought us to a serious high. This week, it will be the Bulls’ turn to make us feel that type of way.

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The GIST: The WFT couldn’t complete the comeback against the Seattle Seahawks yesterday, but the Wizards and Mystics can put the pep back in your step.