From players to coaching tactics to pace of play, these are six key factors that will be critical in the second round.
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The Cavaliers have "real concern" about the status of Evan Mobley (ankle) and De'Andre Hunter (thumb) for Game 2. They are questionable to play, along with Darius Garland.
Gregg Popovich spoke publicly for the first time since his stroke, saying he's "getting better by the day" but that "it's time" for Mitch Johnson to be the Spurs' coach.
Cleveland's Kenny Atkinson, who watched from the sideline as Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley had All-Star seasons for the Cavaliers, has been named the NBA Coach of the Year after leading the team to 64 wins and the top seed in the East.
Phil Simms told longtime New York Daily News writer Gary Myers on Friday that he was "outvoted by his family" and his No. 11 will remain retired by the Giants and won't go to Abdul Carter.
Julian Edelman has been voted by fans as a 2025 inductee into the Patriots Hall of Fame.
Jon Gruden joined the Nashville Kats of the Arena Football One League as a part-owner and in what the club called "consulting and advisory roles in all aspects of the team's football and business operations."
The Trump administration's budget request eliminates major federal funding for traumatic brain injury research and education, potentially undercutting efforts to address head injuries in sports.
Browns linebacker Devin Bush has been arrested and charged with simple assault and harassment in Pennsylvania, according to court records.
France's former interior minister Gerald Darmanin has apologised to Liverpool fans for wrongly blaming them for the chaos before the 2022 Champions League final in Paris.
Barcelona forward Raphinha has revealed his anger at the lack of football he played under Xavi Hernández, saying he feels his former coach never showed any real confidence in him.
The Brazil Football Confederation (CBF) expect to name the men's national team coach by the end of next week "at the latest."
Real Madrid want Trent Alexander-Arnold to join them for this summer's Club World Cup, sources have told ESPN, and now plan talks with Liverpool to negotiate his early release.
England striker Harry Kane said it feels sweet to finally end his career-long trophy drought after securing the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich
Braves rookie AJ Smith-Shawver took a no-hit bid into the eighth inning vs. the Reds before giving up a single from Santiago Espinal.
Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole said his mind is on clearing checkpoints in his recovery from elbow reconstruction surgery last month.
The new Diamondbacks threads, unveiled Monday, are inspired by previous franchise jerseys.
New York Mets designated hitter Jesse Winker is expected to miss six to eight weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain, manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed on Monday.
The 20-year-old man who fell from the top of a 21-foot-high wall onto the warning track at PNC Park during a Pirates game last week took his first steps Monday, but he still has "a long way to go" in his recovery.
Retiring Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury said Monday that he has agreed to join Team Canada for the ice hockey world championship later this month.
The woman who has accused five members of Canada's 2018 world junior hockey team of sexual assault testified Monday.
The NHL is planning an international event at the home of the Islanders next February in lieu of the previously announced All-Star Weekend, a source told ESPN.
Rob Blake is out after eight seasons as the Los Angeles Kings' vice president and general manager.
The New York Islanders won the NHL draft lottery on Monday and vaulted nine teams -- including the last-place San Jose Sharks -- in winning the opportunity to have the No. 1 pick, marking the first time the franchise will have that position since 2009.
Pamela Maldonado breaks down which college football teams bettors should keep an eye on after spring practices.
The Trump administration's budget request eliminates major federal funding for traumatic brain injury research and education, potentially undercutting efforts to address head injuries in sports.
An attorney in the $2.8 billion legal case reshaping college sports told The AP on Monday he thinks "the agreement we will reach with the NCAA will solve the judge's concerns" over roster limits that have delayed final approval.
Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is expected to be suspended for two games for the upcoming 2025 season as part of self-imposed sanctions by the university for the Connor Stalions advanced scouting scandal, industry sources told ESPN.
Five-star passer Jared Curtis, the No. 1 quarterback in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs over the Oregon Ducks Monday night, closing a fierce recruiting battle that sources told ESPN's Eli Lederman went "down to the wire."
Acaden Lewis, the top available point guard in the 2025 class, told ESPN that he has committed to Villanova.
Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller is out after nearly five years in the role.
The matchup puts St. John's coach Rick Pitino against his former school and player in Kentucky coach Mark Pope.
Former Arizona State guard Adam Miller is transferring to Gonzaga.
Ian Schieffelin has taken up Dabo Swinney on his offer, forgoing any pro basketball prospects for now in favor of one last season in a Clemson jersey -- this time on the gridiron.
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round.
Sabrina Ionescu and Saquon Barkley make their debuts at the 2025 Met Gala.
Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole said his mind is on clearing checkpoints in his recovery from elbow reconstruction surgery last month.
With two outs in the third inning, Cincinnati Reds left fielder Tyler Callihan sustained a broken left forearm while attempting a sliding catch […]
Five-star passer Jared Curtis, the No. 1 quarterback in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to the Georgia Bulldogs over the Oregon Ducks Monday […]
The 20-year-old man who fell from the top of a 21-foot-high wall onto the warning track at PNC Park during a Pirates game last week took his first […]
Cleveland's Kenny Atkinson, who watched from the sideline as Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and Evan Mobley had All-Star seasons for the Cavaliers, […]
The Ravens on Monday released kicker Justin Tucker, parting ways with the NFL's most accurate kicker who is being investigated by the league for […]
The New York Islanders won the NHL draft lottery on Monday and vaulted nine teams -- including the last-place San Jose Sharks -- in winning the […]
The Celtics missed a playoff-record 45 3s as the Knicks came back from a 20-point deficit to win Game 1 in overtime.
Lewis Hamilton's radio messages weren't Ferrari's biggest problem in Miami, it was the middling performance.
From the drivers in the cars to the fans in the stands, young people made F1's Miami GP yet another success.
José Mourinho refused to confirm whether he will remain at Fenerbahce next season after Sunday's defeat to Besiktas left them adrift in the title […]
England striker Harry Kane said it feels sweet to finally end his career-long trophy drought after securing the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich
Former Real Madrid player Toni Kroos believes Barcelona's Pedri is the best midfielder in the world and more important to his team than Lamine Yamal, […]
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister hopes winning the Premier League title this season is "just the beginning of something great."
Real Madrid want Trent Alexander-Arnold to join them for this summer's Club World Cup, sources have told ESPN, and now plan talks with Liverpool to […]
A verdict is expected Tuesday in Liga MX club León's legal dispute with FIFA over entry to the Club World Cup in the United States next month.
If you thought the New York Yankees' superstar couldn't get any better -- think again.
From Ryan Garcia to Naoya Inoue, Andreas Hale looks at the top fighters to compete last weekend and grades their performances.
The coach led the Knights to an undefeated season eight years ago. Can he do it again in 2025?
Barcelona are reportedly looking to sign Leroy Sané when his contract expires. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Jared Curtis, the nation's top QB recruit has made his decision. Here's what the move means for the teams and the 2026 class.
We break down the best recruiting classes so far in the 2026 cycle.
ESPN's Paul Carcaterra ranks the 2025 PLL draft's top prospects and matches teams up with players who best fit their needs.