Jayson Tatum remains listed as doubtful for the Boston Celtics, meaning the reigning NBA champions do not expect him to play Friday when they visit the Orlando Magic in Game 3 of an Eastern Conference first-round series.
Evan Mobley came away from a crowded field with the NBA's Defensive Player of the Year award -- and boosted the value of the max rookie contract extension he signed last summer in the process.
A jersey photo-matched to seven games in Kobe Bryant's 1996-97 rookie season for the Lakers sold for $7 million at Sotheby's on Thursday.
Jimmy Butler underwent an MRI that revealed no structural damage, but the Golden State Warriors star is in serious jeopardy of missing Game 3 with a deep glute muscle contusion, league sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Russell Westbrook tried playing through a left-foot injury but was pulled midway through the second quarter Thursday night, while Michael Porter Jr. struggled with his injured left shoulder in the Nuggets' Game 3 loss.
The Steelers fielded several offers for the No. 21 pick, but said they never considered trading it away when they had the chance to take Oregon defensive tackle Derrick Harmon on Thursday night.
The Raiders selected Boise State running back Ashton Jeanty with the No. 6 pick in the NFL draft Thursday night.
Much to the delight of the Packers-heavy crowd jammed between Lambeau Field and the draft stage, Green Bay selected receiver Matthew Golden of Texas with the 23rd pick in the draft.
Former NFL running back Adrian Peterson was arrested Friday morning in Minnesota and charged with fourth-degree driving while impaired, according to online records maintained by the Hennepin County sheriff.
The Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to acquire the No. 2 pick Thursday and selected wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter.
Arsenal are confident they will make Real Sociedad midfielder Martín Zubimendi their first major summer signing despite interest from Real Madrid, sources have told ESPN.
Bayern Munich will secure the Bundesliga title on Saturday with a win over top-four hopefuls Mainz if rivals and reigning champions Bayer Leverkusen fail to beat Augsburg.
Jamie Vardy will leave Leicester City at the end of the season, the Premier League club confirmed on Wednesday.
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández believes River Plate teenage sensation Franco Mastantuono is destined to play in Europe.
Former USMNT coach Bruce Arena has criticized the appointment of current head coach Mauricio Pochettino, saying that a non-American lacks the necessary understanding of the country's culture.
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After stumbling out of the gate last season, the star shortstop and his team are lighting up Citi Field.
Chicago has scored more runs than any team in the majors so far -- with the help of some unexpected sluggers.
Former Phillies slugger Ryan Howard and current Padres manager Mike Shildt are pushing for the expansion of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
Twins third baseman Royce Lewis, who hasn't played since March 16 due to a hamstring strain, will begin an injury rehab assignment Friday at Triple-A St. Paul.
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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.
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov left their Game 2 win over Tampa Bay after a third-period hit by Lightning forward Brandon Hagel, which earned him a major penalty.
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.
Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch watched his team allow six goals for the second straight game in a loss to the Kings in Game 2 of the West quarterfinals.
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Spring football winds down with two CFP participants among those hosting games Saturday.
What really went down in Iamaleava's split with Tennessee and move to UCLA? We go inside the drama months in the making.
North Carolina transfer defensive end Beau Atkinson announced his commitment to Ohio State Tuesday night.
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.
Cincinnati transfer Dillon Mitchell has committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN.
The NCAA for the first time is authorizing licensed sportsbooks to receive official data from championship events, including the men's and women's basketball tournaments.
Fordham men's basketball must vacate wins across two seasons and former coach Keith Urgo was hit with a two-year show-cause penalty under NCAA sanctions for recruiting violations.
Kentucky will ask its board of trustees on Friday to approve a plan to convert its entire athletic department into an LLC, a move the school says will position it to adapt to the new climate of collegiate sports.
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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 […]
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The Titans are signing veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett to a one-year, $4 million deal that could be worth up to $6 million, a source told ESPN.
The Detroit Lions have agreed to a four-year, $86 million extension with All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Wednesday.
Hall of Fame defensive tackle Steve McMichael, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2021, died Wednesday at age 67, the NFL announced.
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