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In today's sports summary, we start with boxing as Anthony Joshua is set to face Jake Paul in a heavyweight bout scheduled for December. The fight is expected to take place in Miami on either December 19 or 26, with an official announcement likely coming from Netflix shortly.
Moving to tennis, Jannik Sinner has advanced to the semifinals of the ATP Finals after a straight-sets victory over Alexander Zverev, winning 6-4, 6-3 in front of his home crowd in Turin. Zverev will now need to defeat Felix Auger-Aliassime to have a chance at progressing further in the tournament.
In the NBA, the Cleveland Cavaliers pulled off an impressive 130-116 victory against the Miami Heat despite being shorthanded. Jarrett Allen led the Cavaliers with a double-double performance, scoring 30 points and grabbing 10 rebounds, ending Miami's four-game winning streak.
In a setback for the New York Knicks, guard Jalen Brunson suffered an ankle injury during their game against the Orlando Magic, which resulted in their first home loss of the season and snapped a five-game winning streak.
The Celtics also made headlines by shaking up their starting lineup for their matchup against the Grizzlies, promoting a high-energy wing who had impressed during their recent road trip. Meanwhile, in college sports, the Bellingham volleyball team reached the Division Three final after sweeping Lynnfield 3-0, marking their third consecutive trip to the state championship game.
In football, Ohio State's running back committee is showing that a traditional one-two punch isn't necessary for their success, with multiple players, including Bo Jackson, contributing significantly to their performance.
Finally, in a somber note for the basketball community, Kevin Mackey, the legendary Cleveland State basketball coach, passed away at the age of 79. Mackey was known for his remarkable journey from NCAA tournament success to personal redemption as an NBA scout.
This diverse array of stories highlights the dynamic landscape of sports as we move through the season.