Cristiano Ronaldo topped Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid athletes for the third consecutive year and the fifth time in his career.
With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock.
The Timberwolves are back in the Western Conference finals for the second straight year after closing out the Warriors with a 121-110 win in Game 5 on Wednesday night.
The Celtics used a reinvigorated defense and the unlikely breakout of backup big man Luke Kornet to keep their season alive and send this playoff series against the Knicks back to New York for Game 6 on Friday.
A current employee has sued the Suns, citing allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, according to a copy of the complaint obtained by ESPN.
The Bengals on Thursday raised questions about a key player in the team's stadium discussion with Hamilton County and his connection to the Browns.
The Bears' plans for a new domed stadium have shifted again, now focusing on a 326-acre property owned by the team in the Arlington Heights suburb.
Missouri's governor said Friday that he will call the Legislature into a special session to consider incentives aimed at keeping the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals from moving to Kansas.
Quarterback Caleb Williams looked to find a way around the NFL's collective bargaining agreement in an effort to avoid being drafted by the Chicago Bears, details from a forthcoming book reveal.
The NFL didn't have any inside information about Aaron Rodgers' decision when it made the Steelers' schedule.
Chelsea kept it local for 2025-26 home kit inspiration, with iconic London landmarks woven into the fabric.
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has called for fans not to boo teammate Trent Alexander-Arnold in the club's remaining games this season.
The National Women's Soccer League said that it would abandon future games that have life-threatening emergencies to players.
LAFC will host LIGA MX powerhouse Club América on May 31 at BMO Stadium for a spot in this summer's Club World Cup.
Brazil football federation (CBF) interim president Fernando Sarney on Friday set a date of May 25 for elections after Ednaldo Rodrigues was removed from his presidential post.
Ahead of his season debut Saturday, Dodgers lefty Clayton Kershaw said he has missed "being part of a team and contributing" and is "grateful" to get back on the mound again.
The Twins sent a parting shot at the Orioles after they blanked Baltimore 4-0 to cap their series sweep.
Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom got the win for the Texas Rangers on Thursday night over the blossoming Houston Astros standout who is 10 years younger.
Yankees third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera announced he underwent successful ankle surgery and is looking forward to his return.
Mets star Juan Soto knows Yankees fans won't be welcoming him with open arms when he returns to the Bronx on Friday night, saying, "Whatever they do, they have a right to do it."
Toronto must win to to keep the series going. Plus, catch up on Thursday's highlights and top players.
There's a consensus on the top four -- after that, all bets are off. Who will your team select in June?
Leafs coach Craig Berube doesn't want the team to overthink the game as it heads to Florida to try to force Game 7.
Hurricanes' top prospect Alexander Nikishin made his NHL debut in Thursday's Game 5 win over the Capitals and drew strong reviews from teammates and coach Rod Brind'Amour.
Next season would be the 21st in the NHL for Washington captain Alex Ovechkin, who will turn 40 in September.
Illinois has locked in its football and men's basketball coaches for the long term, agreeing to six-year contracts with Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood.
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick discussed his new college team, what he has learned the most in his transition from the NFL, and yes, his girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, during a sit-down interview with "Good Morning America" on Friday.
North Carolina's Bill Belichick has addressed the attention surrounding girlfriend Jordon Hudson with his team, saying "she doesn't have anything to do with football."
Four-star linebacker Xavier Griffin, the No. 29 overall recruit in the 2026 ESPN 300, has decommitted from USC's top-ranked class, sources told ESPN.
The Atlantic Coast Conference generated $711 million for the 2023-24 academic year, distributing an average of $45 million to each of its 14 full-time member schools, a new record for the conference.
Players leaving. Players joining. We're tracking all personnel movement for key teams heading into 2025-26.
The elite high school basketball factory will relocate from the West Coast to the East Coast.
Carter Bryant, Thomas Sorber, Drake Powell and Labaron Philon are among those who confirmed Wednesday that they will not return to school and will remain in the NBA draft.
Here are our experts' NBA mock drafts for the 2025 cycle, including projected teams for Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and more.
Illinois has locked in its football and men's basketball coaches for the long term, agreeing to six-year contracts with Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood.
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