Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Rockets defenders are trying to "outsmart the rules" by hitting Stephen Curry's hand after he releases his shot and said it's something he hopes the league addresses after the season.
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
From the Celtics to the Thunder, here's how potential titles could lead into varied versions of an NBA future.
Three matchups have extended to Game 6s in the NBA playoffs' first round. What does each team need to do to advance or stay alive?````
Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo got into a heated confrontation with the father of Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton following Game 5, spurred by what Antetokounmpo called a "disrespectful" exchange on the floor.
Which prospects could rise? And how does the 2026 class compare to the 2025 group?
Four QBs in the top 10? Two big trades? Let's make way-too-early predictions for every pick of next year's first round.
Tampa Bay selected Egbuka, a wide receiver from Ohio State, with the 19th pick the 2025 NFL draft last week.
ESPN analysts reveal their fantasy football rankings for the 2025 season.
Our collection of downloadable, printable cheat sheets for the 2025 fantasy football season, including PPR, non-PPR and dynasty/keeper leagues.
The English Football Association (FA) has said it will ban transgender players from women's football from next season, starting from June 1.
Manchester City are monitoring a number of goalkeepers including FC Porto's Diogo Costa amid renewed uncertainty surrounding Ederson's future, a source has told ESPN.
Barça-Inter didn't go to script, and that unpredictability made for a brilliant Champions League semifinal.
Wednesday night's elimination made it more clear than ever: Time is running out for Messi and Co. to win the silverware Miami craves.
Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries returned and so did the goals for Inter Milan.
Houston's Lance McCullers Jr., who hasn't appeared in an MLB game since the 2022 World Series due to injuries, is scheduled to start vs. the White Sox on Sunday.
Lucky? Sure. But the Blue Jays outfielder's unbelievable snag deserves a place on the all-time web gems list.
Benches and bullpens cleared in Baltimore in the fourth inning of the Orioles' 5-4 win over the Yankees on Wednesday night, when Heston Kjerstad stole second base and Pablo Reyes had to leap over him to catch the throw.
The Rockies (5-25) beat the Braves to end an eight-game losing streak and avoid tying the 1988 Orioles (4-26) for the worst 30-game start in MLB since 1901.
Former Yankees closer Mariano Rivera and his wife, Clara, have been added as named defendants in a civil lawsuit filed by a girl and her mother, who say the girl was sexually abused at events connected to the Riveras' church.
Kyle Okposo, who retired after winning the Stanley Cup with the Panthers last season, is joining the NHL Players' Association as business development and player engagement adviser.
The Kings' past five playoff exits have been in the first round. Can they break their streak this season?
Jets coach Scott Arniel was frustrated by the play that left him without star center Mark Scheifele for the final two periods of Wednesday's win over the Blues.
Utah Hockey Club officials wouldn't confirm whether "Mammoth" was their new name after it allegedly leaked on the team's official YouTube channel Tuesday night.
Lightning coach Jon Cooper tipped his cap after the Panthers eliminated his team in five games, saying, "It was our turn for a while. Now it's theirs."
Florida sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway, who was limited in spring practice and didn't throw due to shoulder soreness, has resumed throwing for the Gators.
Marshall will not renew the contract of athletic director Christian Spears when it expires next year, the school announced Tuesday.
The Pac-12 has finalized television deals for the 2025 season, with The CW, ESPN and CBS combining to show the 13 home games involving Oregon State and Washington State.
Boise State coach Spencer Danielson is getting a new five-year deal after taking the Broncos to the CFP in his first full season as their head coach, the school announced Tuesday.
Jets quarterback Jordan Travis announced his retirement after a devastating leg injury suffered in 2023 while at Florida State "never responded" to treatment.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
UConn power forward, Alex Karaban withdrew from the NBA draft and will return for his senior season, a source told ESPN.
California transfer Andrej Stojakovic, the son of former NBA star Peja Stojakovic and one of the best available players in the portal, has committed to Illinois over Stanford and North Carolina.
Ex-prep phenom Mikey Williams has committed to Sacramento State, where he'll play under the tutelage of new GM Shaquille O'Neal and coach Mike Bibby.
Sidi Gueye, one of the top international prospects in his age group, has committed to Arizona.
Rodrygo's unhappiness at Real Madrid has put a number of Premier League clubs on high alert. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
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Inter coach Simone Inzaghi lauded Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as a phenomenon who comes along once every 50 years after his side's draw in the Champions […]
The Rockies (5-25) beat the Braves to end an eight-game losing streak and avoid tying the 1988 Orioles (4-26) for the worst 30-game start in MLB […]
Former Yankees closer Mariano Rivera and his wife, Clara, have been added as named defendants in a civil lawsuit filed by a girl and her mother, who […]
Angels outfielder Mike Trout left Wednesday's game at Seattle because of an apparent injury after trying to leg out a ground ball.
Jeff Sperbeck, the longtime friend, business partner and former agent of John Elway, has died from injuries suffered when he fell off a golf cart […]
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick issued a statement defending girlfriend Jordon Hudson from the "false narrative" that she was trying to control […]
Hawks guard Dyson Daniels finished comfortably ahead of fellow finalists Ivica Zubac and Cade Cunningham in the voting for the NBA's Most Improved […]
A fan was removed from the field on a cart after falling from the 21-foot Clemente Wall in right field at PNC Park during Wednesday night's […]
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Evangelos Marinakis has taken a step back from his ownership duties at Nottingham Forest as the club gear up for Champions League qualification.
Ruben Amorim has said that not even winning the Europa League will save Manchester United's season.
The Mexican Football Federation (FMF) on Tuesday handed a six-year ban to an unnamed Liga MX Femenil player from Mazatlán FC after an investigation […]
Cristiano Ronaldo's wait for a major trophy in Saudi Arabia is set to continue as Al-Nassr lost 3-2 to Kawasaki Frontale in the Asian Champions […]
Man United are a "work in progress" under Amorim. What should he do to reshape the first-team squad?
Draft season's most overlooked player wasn't invited to the combine or an all-star game.
Bayern Munich defender Eric Dier has agreed to join Monaco as a free agent when his contract expires in the summer, sources have told ESPN.
Barça-Inter didn't go to script, and that unpredictability made for a brilliant Champions League semifinal.
Real Madrid are unhappy with the timing and financial arrangements of Carlo Ancelotti's exit from the club, leaving his reported move to take over as […]
Wrexham is keeping the party going after sealing a third-straight promotion by throwing a ticket-only end-of-year awards ceremony for fans.
Ernesto Valverde has said he's hopeful Athletic Club can fend off interest from Barcelona and the Premier League and keep Nico Williams in Bilbao […]
For three decades, baseball at the Rockies' park has bruised ERAs and egos. Here's what it's like on MLB's scariest mound.
The portal has closed, the draft is over, so who are the best players who stuck around even though they had options?
Through half of the 2025 season we've seen Rory McIlroy dominate, Justin Thomas get back in the winner's circle and Scottie Scheffler start a bit […]