Cristiano Ronaldo topped Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid athletes for the third consecutive year and the fifth time in his career.
With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock.
The Timberwolves are back in the Western Conference finals for the second straight year after closing out the Warriors with a 121-110 win in Game 5 on Wednesday night.
The Celtics used a reinvigorated defense and the unlikely breakout of backup big man Luke Kornet to keep their season alive and send this playoff series against the Knicks back to New York for Game 6 on Friday.
A current employee has sued the Suns, citing allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, according to a copy of the complaint obtained by ESPN.
The San Francisco 49ers are working to complete the sale of a 6.2% ownership stake in the team to three Bay Area families, a source told ESPN on Thursday.
Will the 49ers roll into the playoffs? Can the Giants, Lions and Cowboys overcome tough slates? We're sizing up schedule release fallout.
The Bengals on Thursday raised questions about a key player in the team's stadium discussion with Hamilton County and his connection to the Browns.
Missouri's governor said Friday that he will call the Legislature into a special session to consider incentives aimed at keeping the Kansas City Chiefs and Royals from moving to Kansas.
The Bears' plans for a new domed stadium have shifted again, now focusing on a 326-acre property owned by the team in the Arlington Heights suburb.
Liverpool have joined the race for Chelsea forward Christopher Nkunku. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
No one knew how successful Hansi Flick would be at Barcelona, but he has won LaLiga with Europe's most thrilling team. Here's how he did it.
It's time to rank all 20 teams in the Premier League one final time! Did Man United or Man City bounce back? Could Forest and Tottenham hang on?
Manchester City have had their fair share of struggles this season, but a win over Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final could spark their return to the top of English and European soccer.
The Premier League Rookie of the Year award doesn't exist, but if it did, these players would be in the running.
Ahead of his season debut Saturday, Dodgers lefty Clayton Kershaw said he has missed "being part of a team and contributing" and is "grateful" to get back on the mound again.
The Twins sent a parting shot at the Orioles after they blanked Baltimore 4-0 to cap their series sweep.
Two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom got the win for the Texas Rangers on Thursday night over the blossoming Houston Astros standout who is 10 years younger.
Yankees third baseman Oswaldo Cabrera announced he underwent successful ankle surgery and is looking forward to his return.
Mets star Juan Soto knows Yankees fans won't be welcoming him with open arms when he returns to the Bronx on Friday night, saying, "Whatever they do, they have a right to do it."
Only one out of 32 prospect pools is truly balanced. For the rest, here's what they need to do on June 27-28.
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2025-26 outlook.
Toronto must win to to keep the series going. Plus, catch up on Thursday's highlights and top players.
There's a consensus on the top four -- after that, all bets are off. Who will your team select in June?
Leafs coach Craig Berube doesn't want the team to overthink the game as it heads to Florida to try to force Game 7.
Where do the top teams stand after spring practice and roster movement from the transfer portal? Mark Schlabach updates the rankings.
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.
Miami coach Mario Cristobal said Monday that quarterback Carson Beck has been cleared to participate in all team summer activities following elbow surgery last year.
North Carolina's Bill Belichick has addressed the attention surrounding girlfriend Jordon Hudson with his team, saying "she doesn't have anything to do with football."
Four-star linebacker Xavier Griffin, the No. 29 overall recruit in the 2026 ESPN 300, has decommitted from USC's top-ranked class, sources told ESPN.
The Atlantic Coast Conference generated $711 million for the 2023-24 academic year, distributing an average of $45 million to each of its 14 full-time member schools, a new record for the conference.
Players leaving. Players joining. We're tracking all personnel movement for key teams heading into 2025-26.
The elite high school basketball factory will relocate from the West Coast to the East Coast.
Carter Bryant, Thomas Sorber, Drake Powell and Labaron Philon are among those who confirmed Wednesday that they will not return to school and will remain in the NBA draft.
Here are our experts' NBA mock drafts for the 2025 cycle, including projected teams for Cooper Flagg, Dylan Harper and more.
Warriors star Draymond Green was fined $50,000 by the NBA for "making an inappropriate comment that questions the integrity of game officials" during […]
Jamal Murray fought through an illness to score 25 points, and the Nuggets defeated the Thunder to force Game 7 in their series.
With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock.
The Celtics used a reinvigorated defense and the unlikely breakout of backup big man Luke Kornet to keep their season alive and send this playoff […]
Cristiano Ronaldo topped Forbes' list of the world's highest-paid athletes for the third consecutive year and the fifth time in his career.
The Timberwolves are back in the Western Conference finals for the second straight year after closing out the Warriors with a 121-110 win in Game 5 […]
A current employee has sued the Suns, citing allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, according to a copy of the complaint obtained […]
Stephen Curry says he is excited about returning in the fall and playing a full season with Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler.
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round.
In Boston, past NBA glories can lift a franchise but also weigh a team down.
As the combine in Chicago ends, ESPN's insiders share the players who impressed and ones who need more time.
An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP following Wednesday's games.
The Knicks went from long shots in the Eastern Conference to favorites overnight after winning Game 4.
NBA front office insider Bobby Marks breaks down the summer priorities and needs for every eliminated team.
Following Tatum's devastating Achilles injury Monday, what has recovery looked like for other NBA stars?
What can Jayson Tatum expect in terms of recovery, and how will the franchise move forward?
Edwards was frustrated when he couldn't be the hero. His coaches were frustrated by his poor decisions. In the playoffs, he has become a star in […]
One stunning night turned the NBA's conference divide into a chasm.
Andre Snellings provides his early fantasy basketball rankings for next season, including where Cooper Flagg should come off the board.
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 […]
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?