From players to coaching tactics to pace of play, these are six key factors that will be critical in the second round.
Who has dominated the postseason thus far? Chris Herring unveils his top 10 playoff MVP contenders, a list packed with star power and surprises.
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.
After drafting the Arizona kicker in the sixth round, the team will likely turn to Tyler Loop after releasing Tucker on Monday.
Could the Patriots' rookies make an immediate impact? Experts weigh in with their favorite classes and picks.
We have takeaways on the 2025 NFL draft class, from the college coaches who best know the prospects.
Julian Edelman has been voted by fans as a 2025 inductee into the Patriots Hall of Fame.
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
These players are due to get paid, from who will join the nine-figure club to who could break Juan Soto's record.
The first five weeks of the season has exposed issues for every club. Here's what needs to be fixed.
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.
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.
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.
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.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
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.
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.