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.
Angel City defender Savy King was recovering from heart surgery following her collapse on the field during a National Women's Soccer League match on Friday night.
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.
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.
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Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round.
Paul Allen's estate announced Tuesday that it has begun the process of selling the Portland Trail Blazers.
The Pacers are returning to the Eastern Conference finals after a 114-105 victory over the Cavaliers in Game 5 on Tuesday night.
With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock.
As the Knicks took a commanding 3-1 series lead on the Celtics and moved to within a win of their first Eastern Conference finals appearance in 25 […]
Anthony Edwards jump-started the Timberwolves with his halftime speech, then scored 16 third-quarter points to lead Minnesota to a Game 4 victory […]
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 […]
The Golden State Warriors will officially be without Stephen Curry when they face elimination in Wednesday's Game 5 against the Minnesota […]
The Mavericks plan to select Cooper Flagg and will not entertain the possibility of trading away the No. 1 overall draft pick for a proven superstar, […]
Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon.
Tatum's Achilles tear and surgery were confirmed on Tuesday. What can the All-Star expect in terms of recovery, and how will the franchise move […]
The Hall of Famer gave Edwards the jersey with words of encouragement after the Wolves' Game 4 win.
The New York Knicks guard averaged 37.6 minutes per game this season, the most of any player according to NBA.com.
The Knicks went from long shots in the Eastern Conference to favorites overnight after winning Game 4.
An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP following Sunday's games.
NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team.
For the first time in his career, the two-time MVP is reportedly open to a trade. How ready is every team to swing a deal?
The three finalists for the MVP are Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Giannis Antetokounmpo.
With 120 players at the NBA draft combine in Chicago, here's everything to watch out for and know this week.
Thirteen lottery teams are set for June's NBA draft, and our experts weigh in on the hot topics for each one.