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Rutgers freshman Ace Bailey, the projected No. 3 pick in this year's NBA draft, is going pro, saying he is "nowhere close to reaching my potential" and "can take a good team to a better level."
Jimmer Fredette, a star at BYU who went on to become an NBA lottery pick and then played for the U.S. in 3x3 basketball at last year's Paris Olympics, announced his retirement Wednesday.
The Pelicans have hired Troy Weaver from the Wizards to be their senior vice president of basketball operations, a source reveals.
Celtics star Jayson Tatum missed the first playoff game of his career Wednesday night, sitting out because of a bone bruise in his right wrist as Boston defeated Orlando in Game 2 of their first-round series.
A fantasy manager's guide to the ideal team fits for selected rookies such as Cam Ward and Ashton Jeanty.
Titans general manager Mike Borgonzi said Tuesday that Tennessee considered trade offers but have decided to pick at No. 1 in the NFL draft.
Owner and general manager Jerry Jones said Tuesday the Cowboys are working on "pretty substantive trades" ahead of the NFL draft.
Patrick Mahomes is hopeful that a healthy Chiefs team can have the big-play passing game in 2025 that it lacked last season.
Saints general manager Mickey Loomis confirmed Wednesday that Derek Carr has an issue with his shoulder and said the team is hoping for more clarity in the future.
Manchester City have to rebuild their midfield in the summer and replace one of their best-ever players in Kevin De Bruyne. How can they do it?
Ecuadorian soccer player Jackson RodrĂguez's wife and 5-year-old child were kidnapped early Wednesday, police reported, when men broke into their home in search of the Emelec defender, who told investigators he hid under a bed.
Marcus Rashford is open to returning to Manchester United he does not believe he has the chance of first-team football while Ruben Amorim remains, a source told ESPN.
Carlo Ancelotti admitted that it will be "difficult" for David Alaba and Eduardo Camavinga to be fit for Real Madrid's Copa del Rey final clash with Barcelona on Saturday, after both picked up injuries in Wednesday's 1-0 win at Getafe.
Mikel Arteta admitted Arsenal "dropped our standards" in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace, which leaves Liverpool on the brink of winning the Premier League.
Orioles right-hander Grayson Rodriguez, who has been rehabbing from elbow inflammation, has a strained lat muscle and is a "couple of weeks" from resuming his throwing program, manager Brandon Hyde said Wednesday.
Edwin Diaz said he was feeling better postgame, having left the Mets' 4-3, extra-innings win over the Phillies on Wednesday with left hip discomfort.
Kody Clemens was designated for assignment on Wednesday by the Phillies while manager Rob Thomson said left-hander Cristopher Sanchez felt normal, one day after he was removed from a start with forearm tightness.
The Twins say Tony Oliva had "a series of mini strokes" over the past month but is expected to make a full recovery, and Kent Hrbek suffered a minor stroke following knee surgery in early April and is recovering at home.
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager went on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, a day after he suffered a strained hamstring while running to first base.
Longtime New York Islanders forward Cal Clutterbuck announced his retirement from the NHL on Wednesday after 17 seasons.
Florida forward Matthew Tkachuk made his long-awaited return to the lineup, scoring twice in the second period, as the Panthers handled the rival Tampa Bay Lightning, 6-2, in their Eastern Conference first-round series opener at Amalie Arena on Tuesday.
Boston Bruins CEO Charlie Jacobs vowed that his team would return to the playoffs next season despite finishing in last place and trading away several players at the deadline.
The Rangers agreed to a multiyear extension with GM Chris Drury, keeping him in charge of their hockey operations moving forward after missing the playoffs.
Evander Kane made his season debut for the Oilers in Game 2 of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series with the Kings on Wednesday night, while John Klingberg also returned from a lengthy injury absence.
The Rose Bowl Game will start an hour earlier than its traditional window and kick off at 4 p.m. ET as part of a New Year's Day tripleheader of College Football Playoff quarterfinals on ESPN.
Mike Patrick, who spent 36 years as a play-by-play commentator for ESPN and was the network's first NFL voice for "Sunday Night Football," has died at age 80.
With Steve Angeli having entered the transfer portal, Notre Dame's QB competition is down to CJ Carr and Kenny Minchey.
North Carolina transfer defensive end Beau Atkinson announced his commitment to Ohio State Tuesday night.
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he's glad his program isn't part of the "chaos" of the transfer portal era, saying that "the more chaos out there, the better it is for us because we're built for it."
Rutgers freshman Ace Bailey, the projected No. 3 pick in this year's NBA draft, is going pro, saying he is "nowhere close to reaching my potential" and "can take a good team to a better level."
The judge overseeing the multibillion-dollar settlement has delayed final approval until the deal is modified to address concerns about roster limits.
Arkansas freshman Boogie Fland will entered the transfer portal ahead of the midnight deadline, sources told ESPN's Jeff Borzello. The former five-star prospect is focused on the draft, but is keeping his options open.
USC junior Desmond Claude entered the transfer portal, sources told ESPN, becoming one of the best available guards just hours before the window closed Tuesday night.
Cincinnati transfer Dillon Mitchell has committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN.
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