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Lakers legend LeBron James has appeared in only 24 of 41 games, raising doubts about his All-Star eligibility despite his legendary career.
Five Key Nuggets Matchups Defining Their Path to the Finals
Denver’s road to the NBA Finals is shaped by key Western Conference matchups, testing the team’s strengths, adaptability, and resilience along the way.
![The FilOil Playtime Centre set up for the opening matches of the PVL All-Filipino Conference. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PVL-RC-25-PLDT-vs.-Cignal-Majoy-Baron-4014-1024x683.jpg)
Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference kicks off with revamped format
The PVL All-Filipino Conference returns with a tighter 10-team field, a new playoff system, and high-stakes action that promises suspense and parity throughout the season.
![DANE HENRY (left) and Isla Huppatz. [photo credit: WSL/Cait Miers]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Isla-Huppatz-AUS-and-Dane-Henry-AUS_WSL-_-Cait-Miers.png)
Australians sweep WSL world junior championships in La Union
Australians Isla Huppatz and Dane Henry conquered tricky conditions at Urbiztondo Beach to win the 2025 WSL World Junior Championships Philippines in La Union.
![Kelly Williams turns back time, Jordan Heading stays ice-cold at the line, and TNT shows it’s ready for a long Finals war. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PBA-IMAGES1334-1024x683.jpg)
TNT draws first blood vs San Miguel in PBA Philippine Cup finals opener
TNT Tropang 5G survived a furious San Miguel Beer rally to secure a 96-91 win in Game 1 of the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup Finals in Antipolo.
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Carlos Alcaraz advances to third round at Australian Open
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz overcame Yannick Hanfmann in straight sets to reach the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday, January 21. The 22-year-old will face Corentin Moutet or Michael Zheng next.
![Kylian Mbappe in action for Real Madrid in Europe/ [photo credit: Real Madrid C.F. Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_567.png)
Mbappe stars as Real Madrid thrash Monaco in Champions League
Kylian Mbappe scored twice as Real Madrid routed Monaco 6-1 at Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday, January 20, boosting their top-eight hopes in the Champions League. Arsenal, Sporting CP, Bodo/Glimt, Tottenham, Napoli, Olympiakos, Club Brugge, and Ajax also recorded key results across Europe.
![Sabalenka to face Emma Raducanu or Anastasia Potapova in the third round of the Australian Open. [photo credit: Xinhua]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/3d6f5664cf264d47988508b81bc7c2ca.png)
Aryna Sabalenka defeats Bai Zhuoxuan at Australian Open
World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday, January 21, defeating Chinese qualifier Bai Zhuoxuan in straight sets at Rod Laver Arena. Sabalenka will next face Emma Raducanu or Anastasia Potapova.
![Coco Gauff shows her class with an efficient victory over Danilovic at Margaret Court Arena on Wednesday, January 21. [photo credit: Australian Open Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot_566.png)
Coco Gauff advances to third round at Australian Open
American tennis star Coco Gauff advanced to the third round of the Australian Open on Wednesday, January 21, defeating Olga Danilovic 6-2, 6-2 in straight sets at Margaret Court Arena. Gauff will face compatriot Hailey Baptiste in the next round.
![The men’s final was a hard-fought match with the Pilipinas Warriors taking silver against Thailand [photo credit: Francis Diaz Facebook]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/616046513_10237859065003273_2560078955656335115_n-1024x653.jpg)
Philippines opens ASEAN Para Games with golds from Bejino and Gawilan
Philippine para swimmers Gary Bejino and Ernie Gawilan opened the medal haul at the 13th ASEAN Para Games in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, with gold medals in the men’s 400m freestyle events. Other Filipino athletes also secured silver and bronze medals in para basketball, powerlifting, cycling, and bowling.