From players to coaching tactics to pace of play, these are six key factors that will be critical in the second round.
For the second time in these playoffs, Aaron Gordon delivered the winning shot after Denver rallied from a double-digit deficit to stun the Thunder at home in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series.
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.
Who has dominated the postseason thus far? Chris Herring unveils his top 10 playoff MVP contenders, a list packed with star power and surprises.
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.
General manager Mike Borgonzi made one of the biggest decisions in franchise history on draft night, so now what's left?
Louisiana authorities on Monday charged a second suspect with murder in the death of a television reporter who had traveled to New Orleans to cover the Super Bowl.
Our panel of experts ranked every NFL team from 1 to 32. Which franchises improved with their draft picks and offseason moves?
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.
Julian Edelman has been voted by fans as a 2025 inductee into the Patriots Hall of Fame.
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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.
LAFC and América will face off on May 31 at LAFC's BMO Stadium for the right to replace Club León at the Club World Cup in the United States next month, a source confirmed to ESPN.
A source has told ESPN that Bruno Fernandes is one of the few players whose future is seen as secure at Man United despite a battle to balance the club's books.
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.
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.
New York reliever Devin Williams' nightmare season continued on Monday night with another poor outing in the Yankees' 4-3 loss to the San Diego Padres, as the right-hander was charged with three runs, increasing his ERA to 10.03 in 14 games this season.
Veteran right-hander Carlos Carrasco was designated for assignment by the New York Yankees, the club announced Tuesday.
The first five weeks of the season has exposed issues for every club. Here's what needs to be fixed.
With the opening round in the books, here are the top takeaways that will influence the rest of the postseason.
Half of the teams are eliminated. Who do our experts take in each of the four second-round series?
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.
Jim Knowles moved from Ohio State's defensive coordinator to Penn State's DC this offseason.
Pamela Maldonado breaks down which college football teams bettors should keep an eye on after spring practices.
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.
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.
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.
Players leaving. Players joining. We're tracking all personnel movement for key teams heading into 2025-26.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
UConn climbs the ranks. Illinois and Creighton join the mix. See the fourth edition of our early top 25.
Gold medal sprinter Allyson Felix, Olympic tennis champion Serena Williams and men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski are part of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Hall of Fame's class of 2025.
Florida coach Todd Golden, fresh off a national title, has agreed to a six-year, $40.5 million contract extension through the 2030-31 season.
Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez is going on the 10-day injured list with inflammation in his right hand. The move is retroactive to Saturday.
Shortstop Anthony Volpe was back in the New York Yankees' starting lineup Monday night, two days after he injured his left shoulder on a dive while […]
The Twins reinstated third baseman Royce Lewis and multi-position player Willi Castro from the injured list Monday.
Max Scherzer, who hasn't pitched since his Blue Jays debut on March 29 due to thumb inflammation, has been transferred to the 60-day injured list.
Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole has his mind is on clearing checkpoints in his recovery from Tommy John surgery last month.
The Rangers on Monday named former major league infielder Bret Boone as their new hitting coach.
The new Diamondbacks threads, unveiled Monday, are inspired by previous franchise jerseys.
Veteran Ross Stripling, who was an All-Star with the Dodgers in 2018, has announced his retirement after pitching for four teams spanning nine MLB […]
The Cubs placed left-handed starter Shota Imanaga on the 15-day IL Monday with a left hamstring strain, a day after he got hurt when going to cover […]
If you thought the New York Yankees' superstar couldn't get any better -- think again.
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
The first five weeks of the season has exposed issues for every club. Here's what needs to be fixed.
Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas suffered a ruptured tendon in his left knee and is out for the remainder of the season, the team said.
Is your favorite team acing -- or flunking -- the early part of the 2025 season? We break it all down.
The Yankees catcher will now have a food item in his honor served at Yankee Stadium.
Since getting barbecued in K.C. last April, no pitcher not named Paul Skenes has been better than Houston's new ace.