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January 08, 2026: Capital gain: Washington pulls off Young blockbuster

Mr. Young is going to Washington. After being unhappy in Atlanta, a big trade sending Trae Young to Wizards is a win-win for both sides. - Angie
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Mr. Young is going to Washington. After being unhappy in Atlanta, a big trade sending Trae Young to Wizards is a win-win for both sides. - Angie
 
Young walks off after being traded mid-game in a surreal scene
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Jones reveals bold Super Bowl goal after Cowboys miss playoffs
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Chiefs WR Rashee Rice facing domestic violence allegations
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Panthers release former Pro Bowl WR before playoffs
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Mark Cuban continues to throw money at the Indiana Hoosiers
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Brayden Burries buries 28 points as No. 1 Arizona routs Kansas State
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