Both clubs were unhappy after a pair of odd plays that were or weren't whistled in the closing seconds of New York's win in Detroit on Thursday night.
Russell Westbrook tried playing through a left-foot injury but was pulled midway through the second quarter Thursday night, while Michael Porter Jr. struggled with his injured left shoulder in the Nuggets' Game 3 loss.
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was named the winner of the NBA's Hustle Award.
The Thunder pulled off the biggest second-half rally in NBA playoff history, overcoming a 26-point halftime deficit to beat the Grizzlies 114-108 in Thursday's Game 3.
Warriors forward Jimmy Butler is listed as questionable for Game 3 against the Rockets with pelvic contusion. Coach Steve Kerr said 'there's a chance he plays.'
Much to the delight of the Packers-heavy crowd jammed between Lambeau Field and the draft stage, Green Bay selected receiver Matthew Golden of Texas with the 23rd pick in the draft.
Former NFL running back Adrian Peterson was arrested Friday morning in Minnesota and charged with fourth-degree driving while impaired, according to online records maintained by the Hennepin County sheriff.
The Jaguars have an early plan for how they want to use Travis Hunter, but they're not locked into anything concrete.
The Giants selected Penn State star Abdul Carter and QB Jaxson Dart in the first round of the NFL draft.
Shedeur Sanders is still on the board following the first round of the NFL draft.
The European soccer season is drawing to a close, but who will win the race for the titles, cups, European qualification -- and who will be relegated?
Real Madrid denied they were considering boycotting Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, despite protesting comments made by the refereeing team.
Palmeiras' Estêvão had an 18th birthday to remember, netting the club's second goal in a 3-2 Copa Libertadores win over Bolivar before dropping to the turf, vomiting and leaving the field on a stretcher as the high altitude of La Paz took its toll.
Ruben Amorim says he's convinced that Manchester United can land their summer targets even after a disastrous season which could still end in failure to qualify for European competition.
Paris Saint-Germain's hopes of becoming the first side to complete a Ligue 1 season unbeaten came crashing down at the Parc des Princes on Friday when Nice handed them their first defeat of the league campaign.
Friday's game between the Detroit Tigers and Baltimore Orioles was postponed by rain and will be made up as part of a doubleheader on Saturday.
The series opener between the Red Sox and Guardians was postponed by rain on Friday, setting up a day-night doubleheader between the clubs on Saturday.
The Minnesota Twins activated right-hander Pablo Lopez from the 15-day injured list to start Friday's game against the Los Angeles Angels in Minneapolis.
Juan Brito, regarded as one of the Guardians' top prospects, is expected to be restricted from game activities from 8-12 weeks after undergoing thumb surgery Friday.
Major League Baseball has issued a one-game suspension to Pirates outfielder Tommy Pham for what it described as "inappropriate actions towards fans" in a game at Angel Stadium on Wednesday.
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Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog played in his first NHL game in nearly three years Wednesday night in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Stars.
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov left their Game 2 win over Tampa Bay after a third-period hit by Lightning forward Brandon Hagel, which earned him a major penalty.
Montreal forward Patrik Laine did not attend the Canadiens' morning skate prior before Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series Friday against the visiting Washington Capitals.
The Oilers are making a goaltender change for Game 3 of their Western Conference first-round series against the Kings, turning to Calvin Pickard in the crease over Stuart Skinner.
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The NCAA Division II football playoffs will expand from 28 to 32 teams this season to accommodate the change that will award automatic bids to all 16 conferences.
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he's glad his program isn't part of the "chaos" of the transfer portal era, saying that "the more chaos out there, the better it is for us because we're built for it."
Four-star offensive tackle Kodi Greene, the No. 37 recruit in the 2026 ESPN 300, has flipped from Oregon to Washington, sources told ESPN.
Quarterback Brendan Sullivan, who started three games for Iowa last season and eight for Northwestern over the 2022 and 2023 seasons, is set to transfer to Tulane for the 2025 season.
Jimmer Fredette, a star at BYU who went on to become an NBA lottery pick and then played for the U.S. in 3x3 basketball at last year's Paris Olympics, announced his retirement Wednesday.
Cincinnati transfer Dillon Mitchell has committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN.
The NCAA for the first time is authorizing licensed sportsbooks to receive official data from championship events, including the men's and women's basketball tournaments.
Fordham men's basketball must vacate wins across two seasons and former coach Keith Urgo was hit with a two-year show-cause penalty under NCAA sanctions for recruiting violations.
Kentucky will ask its board of trustees on Friday to approve a plan to convert its entire athletic department into an LLC, a move the school says will position it to adapt to the new climate of collegiate sports.
The Jaguars have an early plan for how they want to use Travis Hunter, but they're not locked into anything concrete.
Dillon Brooks defended Amen Thompson, saying his Rockets teammate is not a dirty player, but that Golden State's Draymond Green is.
USC recruit Alijah Arenas is out of an induced coma but remains intubated as he recovers from a crash in the Los Angeles area.
Tiffany Saine, the mother of Steelers first-round pick Derrick Harmon, died Thursday night shortly after her son was selected No. 21 overall in the […]
Former South Carolina guard MiLaysia Fulwiley is transferring to LSU, landing the Tigers one of the most coveted players in the portal.
Tyler Herro says Cavaliers guard Darius Garland doesn't play any defense, after Garland said Cleveland's offensive game plan revolves around […]
Warren Moon gave his blessing to Cam Ward to wear the No. 1 jersey, saying the rookie QB has "a chance to create a great legacy for that number" with […]
Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant is out for Saturday's Game 4 because of a left hip injury he suffered in Game 3, sources told ESPN.
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Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra will make his debut as an MMA fighter in a "showcase bout" on May 23 in Paris, the PFL has announced.
Real Madrid denied they were considering boycotting Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, despite protesting comments made by the […]
Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has said the crucial last weeks of Wrexham's bid for promotion have developed "an eight-inch ulcer in my stomach."
The National Women's Soccer League has formally applied to the U.S. Soccer Federation to create a new Division II league.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick wants his young team to enjoy Saturday's Copa del Rey final against Real Madrid and forget their two Clásico wins […]
Hunter has been tabbed as a 'generational' talent. Did the Jags overspend? Breaking down the deal.
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The 21-year-old Ole Miss product is positioned to be the Giants' QB of the future, but he might not play in 2025.
After Cam Ward was taken with pick No. 1 by Tennessee, a couple of surprising trades -- which saw the Jaguars and Giants move up -- highlighted the […]
Vancouver Whitecaps took a decisive 2-0 victory over Inter Miami in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal in front of an attendance […]
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United States goalkeeper Phallon Tullis-Joyce has extended her contract at Manchester United until 2028, the Women's Super League side announced.
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2025 projections.
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference first round.