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“Absolutely crapping their pants”: Zach Lowe Sees Warriors, Lakers, Growing Uneasy amid Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs Steep Ascension

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Most NBA insiders projected Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs to win around 42-44 games this season. In the unforgiving Western Conference, that meant fighting for a play-in tournament spot. However, just a week into the games, analyst Zach Lowe highlighted how experts might have underrated Wemby and the Spurs.

On his podcast on Monday, Lowe shared his thoughts with fellow analyst Kirk Goldsberry about the Wembanyama-led team:
“Every other team, from Golden State down to the Lakers, Grizzlies, has got to be absolutely crapping their pants because the Spurs are coming for a top 6 seed, at least a fight for it. And the argument for that, as it was before the season, is that this dude is so goddamn good.”

Like most analysts before the season started, Lowe had predicted the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets to battle for the top seed in the West. The Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and LA Clippers were considered favorites to earn outright playoff spots. Meanwhile, the Lakers, Mavericks, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Spurs were expected to slug it out for the play-in tournament spots.

The projection around the Spurs significantly improved following Victor Wembanyama’s blistering start to the season. San Antonio is off to a perfect 4-0 start, fueled by the French phenom’s stunning play. Wembanyama is currently averaging 33.3 points, 13.3 rebounds, 6.0 blocks, 2.3 assists, and 1.7 steals per game.

According to Lowe, the 7-foot-5 center has been so “goddamn good” that Wembanyama effectively covers many of the Spurs’ weaknesses and loopholes.

### Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs Sit Atop the Western Conference

The San Antonio Spurs remained unbeaten on Monday after a convincing 121-103 victory over the Toronto Raptors. Wembanyama contributed 24 points, 15 rebounds, and four assists, pushing the Spurs to their fourth straight win.

With a flawless 4-0 record, San Antonio now sits atop the Western Conference standings. The Oklahoma City Thunder, engaged in a seesaw battle with the Dallas Mavericks, hold second place with a 3-0 mark. The Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, and LA Clippers round out the top six, each sporting identical 2-1 records.

One of the most surprising developments early in the season has been the Houston Rockets’ initial struggles with their jumbo roster. They currently own a 1-2 record, which is the second-worst in the conference.

While the season is still in its early stages and anything can happen, Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs look poised to challenge for at least a guaranteed spot in the 2026 playoffs. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if San Antonio can continue this promising run.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-absolutely-crapping-pants-zach-lowe-sees-warriors-lakers-growing-uneasy-amid-victor-wembanyama-s-spurs-steep-ascension

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“Absolutely crapping their pants”: Zach Lowe Sees Warriors, Lakers, Growing Uneasy amid Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs Steep Ascension

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Most NBA insiders projected Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs to win around 42-44 games this season. In the unforgiving Western Conference, that meant fighting for a play-in tournament spot.

However, a week into the games, analyst Zach Lowe highlighted how experts might have underrated Wembanyama and the Spurs. On his podcast on Monday, Lowe told guest and fellow analyst Kirk Goldsberry what he thought of the Wembanyama-led team:

“Every other team, from Golden State down to the Lakers, Grizzlies, has got to be absolutely crapping their pants because the Spurs are coming for a top 6 seed, at least a fight for it. And the argument for that, as it was before the season, is that this dude is so goddamn good.”

Like most analysts before the season started, Lowe predicted the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Denver Nuggets to battle for the top seed in the West. The Houston Rockets, Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and LA Clippers were favorites to earn outright playoff spots. Meanwhile, the Lakers, Mavericks, Grizzlies, Pelicans, and Spurs were expected to slug it out for play-in tournament spots.

The projection around the Spurs improved following Victor Wembanyama’s blistering start to the season. San Antonio is off to a perfect 4-0 slate, fueled by the Frenchman’s stunning play. Wembanyama is currently averaging 33.3 points, 13.3 rebounds, 6.0 blocks, 2.3 assists, and 1.7 steals per game.

According to Lowe, the 7-foot-5 center has been so “goddamn good” that Wembanyama covers many of the Spurs’ weaknesses, making the team a formidable contender in the Western Conference.

### Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs Sit Atop Western Conference

The San Antonio Spurs remained unbeaten on Monday after dominating the Toronto Raptors 121-103. Victor Wembanyama’s 24 points, 15 rebounds, and 4 assists pushed the Spurs to their fourth straight win. With this victory, San Antonio now sits atop the Western Conference with a perfect 4-0 record.

The Oklahoma City Thunder, engaged in a seesaw battle with the Dallas Mavericks, hold second place with a 3-0 record. As of press time, the Golden State Warriors, LA Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, and LA Clippers round out the top 6, each with identical 2-1 records.

One of the most surprising developments has been the Houston Rockets’ initial struggles with their jumbo roster. They currently own a 1-2 record, ranking as the second-worst in the Western Conference.

The season is still in its early stages, so much can still change. However, Victor Wembanyama’s Spurs look ready to challenge for at least a guaranteed spot in the 2026 playoffs.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-absolutely-crapping-pants-zach-lowe-sees-warriors-lakers-growing-uneasy-amid-victor-wembanyama-s-spurs-steep-ascension

crime, law, politics

Mountain View barber, an HIV positive man accused of sexually assaulting 60 men, appears in court

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SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) — An international effort has led to the arrest of a wanted Mountain View man, Franklin Enrique Sarceño Orla, 35, who appeared in court on Monday.

Sarceño Orla is accused of assaulting at least 19 men, with the number of victims potentially as high as 60, in incidents dating back to 2018. He made his first court appearance in a Santa Clara County courtroom, where he faces charges that could lead to life in prison.

Mountain View Police Department Detective Lauren Riffel, the lead investigator on the case, revealed that Sarceño Orla allegedly drugged and sexually assaulted multiple men while working as a barber.

“When you have more than one, that’s crazy enough,” Det. Riffel said. “When you have more than 5, 10, going all the way up to over 60 people — talking to 60 humans that were victimized in a certain population — it’s terrible to have to hear these stories over and over again.”

Sarceño Orla had fled the country to Guatemala but was recently brought back to the United States for his court appearance. District Attorney Jeff Rosen explained that Sarceño Orla skipped court after posting bail following his arrest for his first alleged rape last fall.

Court documents detail a troubling series of crimes dating back to 2018. Victims reported losing consciousness after sharing drinks with Sarceño Orla, then waking up injured in his home. Some of the victims were clients at his home barber shop in Mountain View, while others were men he met in local nightclubs.

Additionally, DA Rosen confirmed that enhancements have been added to the charges because Sarceño Orla is HIV positive.

“Once this individual fled the country, we made sure that we did everything we could to bring him back,” Rosen said. “We don’t forget.”

Mountain View Police Chief Michael Canfield praised the survivors who came forward, helping to bring this case to justice.

“In my career of almost 27 years, I have never seen a case like this with this scope, with his breadth of impact on our community,” Chief Canfield said. “With this arrest, our community is safer and our victims know that there is justice that they can seek.”

Sarceño Orla remains in custody after a judge ruled no bail will be allowed. He is scheduled to return to court for his next appearance in January.

### Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with sexual assault, rape, or abuse, please seek support from local resources and organizations specializing in victim assistance.
https://abc7news.com/post/franklin-enrique-sarceo-orla-mountain-view-barber-accused-sexually-assaulting-least-19-men-makes-1st-court-appearance/18078303/

entertainment, media

Megan Fox makes rare public appearance in blood-dripping gown after giving birth in March

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Megan Fox stunned audiences at the recent screening of *Jennifer’s Body*, wearing a striking blood-inspired corset gown.

This appearance marked a rare public outing for the actress since she gave birth to her daughter in March.

Her bold fashion choice and graceful presence captured attention, highlighting her effortless style and confidence.
https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/megan-fox-makes-rare-public-appearance-blood-dripping-gown-after-giving-birth-march

education, government, media

Mass. House targets ‘troubling trends’ with early literacy reform push

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BOSTON — The House is set to vote Wednesday on a sweeping early literacy reform bill.

The legislation aims to address and reverse what leaders are describing as “troubling trends” in student reading rates across the state.

https://www.thesunchronicle.com/news/local_news/mass-house-targets-troubling-trends-with-early-literacy-reform-push/article_26858231-82bf-4995-8681-90ea48c8ef0b.html

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Amkor Technology, Inc. (AMKR) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Operator:

Good day, ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Amkor Technology Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Call. My name is Diego, and I will be your conference facilitator today.

[Operator Instructions]

As a reminder, this conference is being recorded. I would now like to turn the call over to Jennifer Jue, Head of Investor Relations. Ms. Jue, please go ahead.

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Jennifer Jue
Vice President of Investor Relations & Finance

Good afternoon, and welcome to Amkor’s Third Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. Joining me today are CEO Giel Rutten and CFO Megan Faust.

Our earnings press release was filed with the SEC this afternoon and is available on the Investor Relations page of our website, along with the presentation slides that accompany today’s call.

During this presentation, we will use non-GAAP financial measures. You can find the reconciliation to the comparable GAAP financial measures in the slides.

We will make forward-looking statements today based on our current beliefs, assumptions, and expectations. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially.

Please refer to our press release and SEC filings for a discussion on the risk factors and uncertainties that may affect our future results. We assume no obligation to update these statements.
https://seekingalpha.com/article/4833803-amkor-technology-inc-amkr-q3-2025-earnings-call-transcript?source=feed_all_articles

economy, finance

Notable Two Hundred Day Moving Average Cross – DLAKY

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In trading on Monday, shares of Deutsche Lufthansa A G (Symbol: DLAKY) crossed below their 200-day moving average of $7.92, reaching as low as $7.91 per share. Currently, Deutsche Lufthansa A G shares are trading down approximately 0.8% for the day.

The chart below illustrates the one-year performance of DLAKY shares compared to its 200-day moving average. Notably, the stock’s 52-week low stands at $5.69 per share, while the 52-week high reached $9.7198. The last recorded trade was $7.95.

To learn more about other stocks experiencing similar movements, click here to find out which 9 other stocks recently crossed below their 200-day moving average.

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https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/notable-two-hundred-day-moving-average-cross-dlaky

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Review: CDT’s ‘White Christmas’ encore production is worth celebrating

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The return of “White Christmas” marks the end of an era for Chanhassen Dinner Theatres.

Michael Brindisi, CDT’s longtime president and artistic director, died unexpectedly in February, just two days before the company opened its production of “Grease.” He oversaw the successful debut of “White Christmas” last year and had already made the decision to bring it back for an encore.

The current program lists Brindisi as “original artistic director” of the show and includes his original director’s note, written in October 2024:

“There are a lot of veteran performers and designers who have worked on our play. On more than a few occasions, I’ve heard the exclamation from many, including yours truly, ‘I’m getting too old for this.’ We should all keep doing what we love for as long as we can, but when we can’t, that’s OK too. Just count your blessings and you’ll be all right!”

In many ways, “White Christmas” showcases CDT’s strength as a song-and-dance powerhouse. For two and a half hours, the cast and crew create magic on stage, offering a welcome dose of escapism into a much less complicated time.

The musical is based on the 1954 film of the same name, which also happened to be the highest-grossing film of that year. It was constructed around Irving Berlin’s song “White Christmas,” originally written for 1942’s “Holiday Inn.”

The track was such a massive hit that Bing Crosby’s version sold an estimated 50 million copies worldwide. Berlin wrote a new batch of numbers to accompany it for the new movie. The stage version debuted in 2004 and added Berlin’s name to the official title.

As expected under such circumstances, the plot is paper-thin. It follows World War II vets Bob Wallace (Michael Gruber) and Phil Davis (Tony Vierling), who’ve become popular entertainers. They meet sisters and fellow performers Betty (Ann Michels) and Judy Haynes (Andrea Mislan) and propose a collaboration, both on stage and off.

Really, the story exists merely to connect the songs, which — if you’re allergic to holiday music like me — thankfully aren’t all Christmas numbers. The dynamic choreography by Tamara Kangas Erickson, who has since taken over as CDT’s leader, injects true glee into the proceedings.

Don’t be late returning from intermission, lest you miss the show’s highlight: the eye-popping, toe-tapping “I Love a Piano.”

The show remains every bit as exciting and fun as it was last year. Beyond a few new faces in the ensemble, the biggest change is Kersten Rodau replacing Brindisi’s wife, Michelle Barber.

Barber is currently starring in a production of “Come From Away” at Asolo Repertory Theatre in Florida, where their daughter Cat is associate artistic director. Barber is usually one of the best things about CDT productions, but Rodau does a fine job in the broadly comic role of Martha Watson, who runs a struggling Vermont hotel owned by Wallace and Davis’ wartime boss General Henry Waverly (Joenathan Thomas, who has both the presence and the voice of an actual general).

Two young performers, Jenalia Valerio and Malle Cenizal, return to swap nights playing Waverly’s granddaughter Susan, a character that brings a sweet sense of innocence with a dash of determination to the show.

Sweet is a great way to describe “White Christmas” as a whole. Audiences love it, and like last year, many of the performances leading up to Christmas are already sold out. Plenty of seats remain for the January shows, and given what a delight it is, “White Christmas” is worth seeing even after the candy canes and ornaments are packed away.

Brindisi’s final CDT production is a real gift.

**‘Irving Berlin’s White Christmas’**
**When:** Through Feb. 7
**Where:** Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, 501 W. 78th St.
**More info:** [chanhassendt.com](http://chanhassendt.com)

**Capsule:** Like last year, “White Christmas” is both merry and bright.
https://www.twincities.com/2025/10/27/white-christmas-review-chanhassen-dinner-theatres-2/