Russell Westbrook is perhaps the NBA's most polarizing player. He has single-handedly won and lost games for the Nuggets. But make no mistake: Denver wouldn't be here without him.
One stunning night turned the NBA's conference divide into a chasm.
Two of the past three champs are staring at elimination without their superstars, plus more Round 2 revelations.
NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team.
The draft lottery results, Cooper Flagg's play and a draft withdrawal dominate the day in Chicago.
Packers guard Sean Rhyan missed out on a raise of more than $2 million by just two snaps during his first three seasons.
The Saints signed quarterback Hunter Dekkers following a tryout at rookie minicamp over the weekend.
The Vikings will become the first team in NFL history to play consecutive international games in different countries this season.
Safety Ar'Darius Washington, who enjoyed a breakout season for the Ravens in 2024, now could be lost for all of '25 after tearing his Achilles while conditioning, a source told ESPN, confirming an NFL Network report.
Trey Hendrickson said Tuesday that he won't play for the Bengals this season under his current contract in an apparent escalation of his dispute with the team.
FIFA is targeting $1 billion in revenue from the Women's World Cup, global football governing body's president Gianni Infantino said on Tuesday at the Saudi Arabia-U.S. Investment Forum 2025 in Riyadh.
On the latest episode of The Football Reporters podcast, Mark Ogden, Rob Dawson and James Olley discuss how Arsenal can become a title-winning team.
Sampdoria have been relegated to the third tier of Italian football for the first time in their 78-year history.
Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Júnior, had his first start for Portugal under-15s on Wednesday in a 1-1 draw against Greece.
Barcelona are eyeing a central defender, a full-back and a left winger this summer as they attempt to go one step further in the Champions League next season, sources have told ESPN.
Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr., who tore the ACL in his left knee in May of last year, went 1-for-3 for Atlanta's Florida Complex League team Tuesday.
MLB parks are staying creative with their new food items in the 2025 season.
Cubs left fielder Ian Happ was placed on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain, with the team calling up hot-hitting prospect Moises Ballesteros.
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes announced his commitment to Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, joining the Yankees' Aaron Judge, who was named captain.
Clayton Kershaw will make his season debut Saturday against the Angels and in the process will tie Zack Wheat and Bill Russell for the most years with the Dodgers franchise.
Every playoff team's odds to win the 2025 Stanley Cup and favorites for the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP.
Toronto has always been capable of outscoring teams. With Tanev leading the way, their D can now stop anyone.
Ken Holland, who won four Stanley Cups as a Detroit Red Wings executive and helped lead the Edmonton Oilers to a runner-up finish last season, is expected to become general manager of the Los Angeles Kings, sources told ESPN Monday, confirming a report.
There's a consensus on the top four -- after that, all bets are off. Who will your team select in June?
Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz was back on the ice Tuesday, taking a notable step in his recovery from an undisclosed injury, and "feeling much better," coach Craig Berube said after his team's practice.
We break down the best recruiting classes so far in the 2026 cycle.
Where do the top teams stand after spring practice and roster movement from the transfer portal? Mark Schlabach updates the rankings.
Five-star defensive end Richard Wesley, the No. 18 overall prospect in the 2026 ESPN 300, announced his commitment to Oregon on Saturday night.
FCS teams are moving toward a permanent 12-game regular season pending a final vote in June on the Division I oversight committee's recommendation.
NCAA president Charlie Baker said Monday he was "up for anything" when asked about the idea of a commission on collegiate athletics, an idea proposed by President Donald Trump.
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.
Rutgers' star duo fell short of expectations while Wisconsin's John Tonje helped the Badgers surpass theirs.
The draft lottery results, Cooper Flagg's play and a draft withdrawal dominate the day in Chicago.
Boogie Fland is now one of the best available options in the transfer portal, and there has been significant buzz in recent days surrounding Florida as a potential destination for him, sources said.
Here's what the decision means for their Hall of Fame eligibility and more.
Museums exist to tell about history, and history is always messy -- including in sports.
The longtime face of the Astros is now tearing it up for the Red Sox -- while his future remains uncertain.
Cubs left fielder Ian Happ was placed on the 10-day IL with a left oblique strain, with the team calling up hot-hitting prospect Moises Ballesteros.
Clayton Kershaw will make his season debut Saturday against the Angels and in the process will tie Zack Wheat and Bill Russell for the most years […]
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes announced his commitment to Team USA for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, joining the Yankees' Aaron Judge, who was named […]
Touted Dodgers rookie Roki Sasaki landed on the injured list Tuesday with right shoulder impingement, an injury similar to one he had in Japan last […]
Pete Rose, the all-time hit king, and Joe Jackson -- both longtime baseball pariahs stained by gambling -- are now presumably eligible for election […]
The Cleveland Guardians have placed right-hander Ben Lively on the 15-day injured list with a strained right flexor tendon.
MLB parks are staying creative with their new food items in the 2025 season.
Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr., who tore the ACL in his left knee in May of last year, went 1-for-3 for Atlanta's Florida Complex League team […]
After fracturing his left ankle during an awkward slide in Monday night's win in Seattle, New York Yankees third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera was placed […]
The race for the No. 1 overall pick is wide open. Here's who your team could be targeting this summer.
Sorry, Chicago. There's a club in Denver taking being bad to an all new low -- and this is how the Rockies are doing it.
All the prospects that fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as we reach the middle of May.
The California wildfires shook their lives. Now, as a chaotic -- but much-needed -- baseball season concludes, the future of their team is in doubt.
Breaking down the themes that will shape the 2025 deadline and the teams that could be a part of it.