Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round.
With the Celtics down 3-1, and Jayson Tatum's future uncertain, their viability as a group is in question.
An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP following Sunday's games.
With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock.
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.
Can Harrison Jr. turn it around? We answered big questions about receivers from the 2024 draft class.
Chris Berman will remain at ESPN through his 50th anniversary with the company, including a role in the network's Super Bowl coverage in 2027, the network announced Monday.
The Browns have placed linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah on the reserve/physically unable to perform list, meaning he will miss the entire 2025 season.
Trey Hendrickson, who has been vocal about the lack of communication on the Cincinnati Bengals' part on a contract extension, said Monday that there have been no contract talks with the team after the draft.
Asante Samuel Jr., one of the top free agent cornerbacks of this year's class, is waiting to sign with a new team after undergoing neck surgery in April, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Inter Miami CF coach Javier Mascherano has stated that "there are things that need to be corrected" following a poor run of form and 4-1 defeat to Minnesota United on Saturday.
Carlo Ancelotti said there's "no need for drama" around his departure from Real Madrid, insisting he remains "totally focused" but admitting the team might need "fresh impetus" after confirming that he'll leave to take charge of Brazil.
Real Madrid are also looking at Benfica's Álvaro Carreras and Dean Huijsen of Bournemouth as defensive reinforcements, sources told ESPN.
Barcelona sporting director Deco has told ESPN he expects Lamine Yamal to sign a new contract and make history at the club as part of an exciting generation of youngsters.
Two-time World Cup winner and Olympic champion Alex Morgan is the newest minority investor in San Diego Wave FC.
Their school, their field -- even many of their homes -- were destroyed. Now, as a chaotic season concludes, the future of their team is in doubt.
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.
Milwaukee pitcher Brandon Woodruff won't return to the majors quite as early as expected, as he is suffering from tendinitis in his right ankle.
In a touching rendezvous Monday at Citi Field, Pittsburgh shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa greeted his second cousin once removed, Scott Kiner -- son of Hall of Fame slugger Ralph Kiner -- before the Pirates played the Mets.
Will Dallas go up 3-1, or can Winnipeg tie it at 2-2? Game 4 keys, plus highlights, top players from Monday.
As we approach the elimination games in Round 2, here are the major storylines -- and what comes next.
There's a consensus on the top four -- after that, all bets are off. Who will your team select in June?
Goaltender Leonardo Genoni stopped 23 shots as Switzerland shut out the United States 3-0 for the Americans' first loss at the ice hockey world championship Monday.
Maple Leafs forward Max Domi was fined $5,000 -- the maximum amount allowed by the league's CBA -- for boarding Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov in Game 4.
Nail the transfer portal? Miss a big recruit? Find a top coordinator job? All are part of a college team's offseason.
Where do the top teams stand after spring practice and roster movement from the transfer portal? Mark Schlabach updates the rankings.
Former Utah quarterback Cameron Rising announced Wednesday on social media that he's retiring from football because of an injury to his throwing hand.
UNLV offensive lineman Ben Christman, who was found dead in an off-campus apartment on Feb. 11, died from heart disease and an irregular heartbeat, the Clark County Coroner's Office announced Thursday.
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.
With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock.
With 120 players at the NBA draft combine in Chicago, here's everything to watch out for and know this week.
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.
Players leaving. Players joining. We're tracking all personnel movement for key teams heading into 2025-26.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
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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?
With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock.
Bennedict Mathurin was ejected in the first quarter of Sunday's Game 4, while De'Andre Hunter and Myles Turner were issued technical fouls.
Who will win the MVP award: Nuggets' Nikola Jokic, Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo or Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?
Despite a dominant Game 4 victory Sunday night that gave the Pacers a 3-1 lead over the Cavaliers in their Eastern Conference semifinal series, […]
NBC announced Monday that Hall of Famer Michael Jordan will be a special contributor to its NBA coverage beginning this fall.
Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell is expected to be a game-time decision for Game 5 vs. the Pacers after an MRI showed he aggravated an ankle injury, a […]
For the first time in his career, Giannis Antetokounmpo is open-minded about exploring whether his best long-term fit is remaining in Milwaukee or […]
The Dallas Mavericks won this year's NBA draft lottery, earning the right to land projected No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg.
An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP following Sunday's games.
What to watch for after an exciting start to the second round of the NBA playoffs.
NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team.