The Dallas Mavericks faced a heartbreaking 129-128 overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings, highlighted by DeMar DeRozan's season-high 42 points and game-winning shot. Despite Kyrie Irving's strong performance, the Mavericks struggled with injuries and fan protests, casting shadows over their playoff aspirations.

A sheriff’s deputy in Marin County, California, performed a dramatic rescue of a driver from a flooded creek, underscoring the dangers of driving in severe weather. Simultaneously, Winter Storm Garnett caused widespread travel disruptions in the Northeast with heavy snow and freezing rain.

Google Maps marks its 20th anniversary by introducing new features like customizable navigation icons, augmented reality overlays, and real-time data for electric vehicle charging stations, while also facing criticism for potential safety risks with its incident reporting prompts.

A winter storm warning has been issued for several counties in Kentucky, expecting 3 to 5 inches of snow and a light glaze of ice. Maryland anticipates light snow in southern areas, with potential shifts in the storm's path affecting snow totals. Residents in both regions are advised to prepare for hazardous conditions.

SpaceX has postponed its Starship Flight 8 to March 3, 2025, aiming for a controlled splashdown off Western Australia. The company also successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites and was selected by NASA to launch the Pandora mission, focusing on exoplanet atmospheres.

The Los Angeles Lakers showcased their depth and star power in a commanding 132-113 victory over the Utah Jazz, marking the debut of Luka Dončić in a Lakers uniform. LeBron James led the team with a stellar performance, solidifying the Lakers' position as a formidable contender in the Western Conference.

Kanye West, now known as Ye, caused widespread outrage with a Super Bowl ad promoting a $20 T-shirt featuring a swastika, interpreted by the ADL as a symbol of antisemitism. The incident has sparked debates on the responsibility of platforms to curb hate speech.

The Los Angeles Lakers celebrated a significant victory over the Utah Jazz with a 132-113 win, highlighted by Luka Doncic's debut. Despite a minutes restriction, Doncic contributed significantly, showcasing the Lakers' depth and their strong position in the Western Conference.

The U.S. Army base near Fayetteville, North Carolina, previously known as Fort Liberty, has been renamed Fort Roland L. Bragg in honor of Private First Class Roland L. Bragg, a World War II veteran. This change reverses the 2023 renaming from Fort Bragg to Fort Liberty, part of efforts to remove Confederate names from military installations.

Country music star Kelsea Ballerini faced health challenges but continues to impress on The Voice and reschedules her concerts due to illness.