Our NBA insiders break down everything you need to know ahead of this Pacers-Thunder championship showdown.
The Timberwolves say they don't feel "tremendous pressure" to change up the roster that helped them reach their second straight Western Conference finals, but president of basketball operations Tim Connelly say the team is open to shaking things up.
The Suns are hiring Cavaliers assistant coach Jordan Ott as the franchise's next head coach, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.
The NBA Finals are set and here are the updated odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP.
The Indiana Pacers' arrival in Oklahoma City for the NBA Finals was delayed by weather on Tuesday afternoon, but the Eastern Conference champions eventually landed later in the day ahead of Game 1 on Thursday.
Ideally, Rodgers would be signed and involved in OTAs, but Pittsburgh's brass view him as a plug-and-play QB.
Nix led all rookies in touchdown passes and got the Broncos to the playoffs, but he knows the NFL will be ready for him in Year 2.
The 49ers are taking a chance on Huff, who disappointed in his only season in Philadelphia. But did they give up too much?
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins says he plans on staying healthy this season after battling multiple soft-tissue injuries last season.
The Texans have "no concerns" about quarterback C.J. Stroud's limited throwing during spring practices due to "general soreness" in his shoulder, coach DeMeco Ryans said Tuesday.
Champions Leagues, World Cups, Ballons d'Or ... get ready for PSG's Désiré Doué and Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to become this generation's Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Former Chelsea winger Willian believes new signing Estêvão could be as good as Lamine Yamal and can help the club win titles again for years to come.
Men's and women's teams across the world are vying for the $1 million prize at The Soccer Tournament. Here's how to watch on ESPN+.
Chelsea have bolstered their forward line with the signing of 22-year-old striker Liam Delap from Ipswich Town.
Finland women's national team manager has apologised for mistakenly calling up a long-retired 51-year-old for this week's game against Serbia.
While baseball's powerhouses battle for the top spot, two contenders continue their fall down our list in Week 10.
A number of teams and stars are still struggling two months into the season. Do their slow starts define who they are in 2025?
As trade season starts up, here are the biggest names who could move -- and the teams that could deal for them.
Rob Manfred took President Donald Trump's support of Pete Rose into account when the MLB commissioner decided that permanent bans by the sport ended with death.
Isaac Collins, Jackson Chourio and Daz Cameron all hit home runs as the Brewers pounded the Reds 9-1 on Wednesday, winning their 12th consecutive series against Cincinnati.
There is no hockey left to be played this season for the top players available in the draft (June 27-28). Here's how they stack up.
The NHL is expanding the use of Hawk-Eye measuring and tracking technology in a step that could pave the way to knowing exactly when a puck is over the goal line and when one is hit by a high stick.
From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who is available on July 1.
Lightning forward Nikita Kucherov has again won the Ted Lindsay Award, which is given to the most outstanding player in the NHL. He also won the award in 2019.
The Colorado Avalanche have signed forward Brock Nelson to a $22.5 million extension, a source tells ESPN.
Four-star tight end Mark Bowman announced his commitment to USC on Friday, picking the in-state Trojans over Georgia, Ole Miss, Oregon and Texas.
Heisman Trophy winners Mark Ingram, Cam Newton and Robert Griffin III are on the ballot for the 2026 College Football Hall of Fame class.
Ohio State will host Navy in the 2029 season opener for both teams in first matchup since 2014.
Four-star cornerback Justice Fitzpatrick, the younger brother of Minkah, has committed to Georgia, sources told ESPN, picking the Bulldogs over Florida, Miami, Ohio State and Texas.
New Michigan State AD J Batt said the Spartans football program must lead the way to ensure the Spartans have a top-10 athletic department.
Utah Valley is joining the Big West for the 2026-27 athletic year, giving the league a presence in that state for the first time since Utah State ended a 27-year run in 2005.
Nigeria's 17-year-old phenom Ike David Ugonna (Rivers Hoopers) is aiming to follow in NBA Academy stars Khaman Maluach and Reuben Chinyelu's footsteps at the Basketball Africa League (BAL).
Guard Ryan Cornish has transferred to Southern California from Dartmouth, where he played four seasons.
New Michigan State AD J Batt said the Spartans football program must lead the way to ensure the Spartans have a top-10 athletic department.
Which teams have taken advantage of a hot transfer portal to be real contenders for 2025-26 as summer begins?
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How to watch, schedule updates and scores from the 2025 NCAA baseball tournament.
Las Vegas, Washington and Chicago join Atlanta as risers as the league begins Commissioner's Cup play.
A number of teams and stars are still struggling two months into the season. Do their slow starts define who they are in 2025?
The Battery Atlanta is an enticing blueprint for teams. But creating an entire neighborhood is a hard act to follow.
The Women's College World Series finals start Wednesday, and here's what you need to know about Texas and Texas Tech.
Kirk Cousins, Trey Hendrickson and Jalen Ramsey could all be traded soon. We crafted potential offers -- and picked the best deals.
Who gained most from moving to a new organization over the past few months? Let's evaluate 15 additions.
Manchester United could turn to Paris-Saint-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos after missing out on Ipswich Town's Liam Delap. Transfer Talk has the […]
College coaches and international athletes are stuck in an unnerving limbo, saying they're unsure how to plan for recent changes in U.S. student visa […]
Alternative soccer tournaments driven by celebrities, viral moments and huge cash prizes are all the rage. Are they the future of the sport, too?
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has told ESPN Brasil that being a pundit during the club's recent struggles has made him a meme on social […]
Florian Wirtz has denied reports that he wants the No. 10 shirt if he joins Liverpool this summer, in the Bayer Leverkusen star's strongest hint yet […]
Martín Zubimendi has claimed his future remains open despite strong links to Arsenal, and admits new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is his "idol."
Manchester City have agreed a deal worth €55 million ($62m) with AC Milan for midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, a source has told ESPN.
A representative of Real Madrid is in Buenos Aires to try to close the signing of River Plate star Franco Mastantuono, a source has told ESPN.
Chelsea are exploring a deal to sign AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan but the two clubs are a long way apart in their valuations, sources have told […]
Barcelona midfielder Gavi has doubled down on his claim that his critics have "f------ no idea" how good he is, saying people hate him for his style […]
Barcelona face further punishments for breaches of UEFA's financial fair play (FFP) regulations, but club sources are hopeful they will avoid any […]
UFC flyweight Maycee Barber told ESPN on Tuesday that a medical complication in her locker room during warmups Saturday led to the last-minute […]
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald offered strong support of Sam Darnold after the quarterback struggled some during the first OTA that was open to […]
Coco Gauff overcame 10 double faults and the first set she has dropped this year at the French Open to beat Madison Keys 6-7 (6), 6-4, 6-1 and reach […]
The Knicks have fired coach Tom Thibodeau just a week after he led the team to its first Eastern Conference finals in 25 years.
At least 15 former Indiana men's basketball players are alleging improper sexual conduct by a former team physician and saying Indiana officials, […]
Manager Alex Cora is running out of excuses for the slumping Red Sox. He let his frustrations fly in the aftermath of Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the […]
Lance McCullers Jr. pitched six sparkling innings for his first win since 2022 as the Astros beat the Pirates 3-0 on Tuesday night.