From the Celtics to the Thunder, here's how potential titles could lead into varied versions of an NBA future.
NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team.
Head coach JJ Redick says the Lakers must get into "championship shape" if they're going to contend for an NBA title next season.
Players seem to be throwing the ball off the glass to themselves more than ever, and not just to generate highlights.
Jalen Brunson made a 3-pointer with 5.1 seconds remaining and the Knicks defeated the Pistons 116-113 to advance to the Eastern semifinals.
The Ravens declined the fifth-year option on Tyler Linderbaum, but they intend to retain the two-time Pro Bowl center.
New Carolina Panthers signing Mapalo 'Maz' Mwansa grew up wanting to emulate Manchester City legend Yaya Touré, but he had all but given up on organised sport before an off-the-cuff comment changed his life.
Jeff Sperbeck, the longtime friend, business partner and former agent of John Elway, has died from injuries suffered when he fell off a golf cart reportedly being driven by the Hall of Fame quarterback.
Giants rookie pass rusher Abdul Carter also received a prank call during the NFL draft, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Free agent Elijah Moore, who caught a career-high 61 passes for 538 yards and one touchdown last season for the Browns, is signing with the Bills, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League are thrilling as we hit the semifinals. Can Arsenal fight back vs. PSG? Let's break down all the first legs and project what's to come.
Providing the ACL Elite with a breath of fresh air, Kawasaki Frontale might just be the unlikeliest of title contenders.
Real Madrid, Man United and half of Europe want to sign River Plate wonderkid Franco Mastantuono. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Liverpool head coach Arne Slot has revealed his predecessor Jürgen Klopp reached out to congratulate him after his team won the Premier League title.
Pep Guardiola has told ESPN he is "sure" he is going to take a break from management when he leaves Manchester City.
Who is rising and falling in every major league farm system? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
Is your favorite team acing -- or flunking -- the early part of the 2025 season? We break it all down.
Juan Soto, who signed a $765 million contract this offseason, finally cleared the fences with his first two home runs at Citi Field since joining the Mets.
Red Sox right-hander Walker Buehler returned to Boston to undergo tests on his sore right shoulder and won't start against the Minnesota Twins on Friday, manager Alex Cora said.
Kenta Maeda, who has a 6.21 ERA in his 36 appearances for the Tigers spanning two seasons, was designated for assignment. Detroit recalled prospect Tyler Owens.
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2025-26 outlook.
Can Winnipeg close it out, or will there be a Game 7? Plus, recaps and three stars from a busy Thursday.
Using a proprietary formula, we've determined the most worthy contenders this postseason, led by Brent Burns.
The Kings' past five playoff exits have been in the first round. Can they break their streak this season?
Nathan MacKinnon got credit for a go-ahead goal with 10:56 remaining after the puck bounced off the shoulder of a Dallas player, and the Colorado Avalanche staved off elimination by beating the Stars 7-4 in Game 6 on Thursday night.
There are 21 five-stars in the Class of 2026. We look at how they got to their teams and what they'll do in college.
The teams that lost first-round players will be looking for the next man up. Here's who should take over.
The portal has closed, the draft is over, so who are the best players who stuck around even though they had options?
Turnover luck, coordinator upgrade, transfer portal haul? They all could lead to some upswings for a select few teams.
Wisconsin coach Luke Fickell is going back to the Badgers' roots in a crucial Year 3 for his program.
Ian Schieffelin has taken up Dabo Swinney on his offer, forgoing any pro basketball prospects for now in favor of one last season in a Clemson jersey -- this time on the gridiron.
Sidi Gueye, one of the top international prospects in his age group, has committed to Arizona.
Acaden Lewis, the top available point guard in the 2025 class, told ESPN that he has committed to Villanova.
The matchup puts St. John's coach Rick Pitino against his former school and player in Kentucky coach Mark Pope.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
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The Timberwolves started trolling the Lakers immediately after their series victory ... and haven't stopped yet.
Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday has won the NBA's sportsmanship award for the second time, the league announced Thursday.
Pistons center Isaiah Stewart is out for a fifth straight game against the Knicks because of a nagging knee injury.
LeBron James wasn't ready to make any decisions about his future in the moments immediately after his 22nd NBA season ended with the Lakers' […]
Entering the playoffs, more money had been wagered on the Lakers to win the Finals than on any other team at multiple sportsbooks. That money will be […]
The Phoenix Suns are promoting vice president Brian Gregory to be the franchise's new general manager as James Jones transitions to a role as senior […]
Head coach JJ Redick says the Lakers must get into "championship shape" if they're going to contend for an NBA title next season.
After conversations with the Pacers' front office, Tyrese Haliburton's father, John, will not attend the team's home and road games for the […]
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
From the Celtics to the Thunder, here's how potential titles could lead into varied versions of an NBA future.
Three matchups have extended to Game 6s in the NBA playoffs' first round. What does each team need to do to advance or stay alive?
The 2025 NBA draft lottery takes place on May 12. Check out details on the event's format, rules, history and more.
Year 2 of the Giannis-Dame partnership was supposed to fuel a title run in Milwaukee. Where can the franchise turn now after another first-round exit?
Only one young player is untouchable as the Rockets enter an offseason with lucrative draft capital and a promising future.
Players seem to be throwing the ball off the glass to themselves more than ever, and not just to generate highlights.