Before stepping down, the legendary coach battled to return to where he once was. This is the story of his season and how the franchise handled his absence.
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
The Grizzlies have hired Tuomas Iisalo as the franchise's next head coach after he led Memphis into the playoffs following the late-season firing of Taylor Jenkins.
Bucks guard Damian Lillard had surgery Friday to repair the left Achilles tendon he tore Sunday in a playoff loss to the Pacers.
Lakers star LeBron James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee in the fourth quarter of Wednesday's Game 5 loss to the Timberwolves, a source told ESPN.
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.
The Ravens declined the fifth-year option on Tyler Linderbaum, but they intend to retain the two-time Pro Bowl center.
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.
Jets quarterback Jordan Travis announced his retirement after a devastating leg injury suffered in 2023 while at Florida State "never responded" to treatment.
Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso said we must wait until the end of the season for an announcement on his future amid links to Real Madrid.
Angel City FC defender Gisele Thompson scored her first NWSL goal, assisted by her sister, forward Alyssa Thompson, marking the league's first sister-to-sister goal inm their team victory over the Washington Spirit on Friday..
Barcelona will wear a special edition shirt in the Clásico against Real Madrid on May 11 featuring American rapper Travis Scott's branding.
Kevin De Bruyne said he proved he "can still play here" after the departing Manchester City midfielder scored a vital winning goal in his team's quest to qualify for next season's Champions League.
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said on Friday that Lamine Yamal must work hard and continue to replicate his Inter Milan performance to reach the level of Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
Who is rising and falling in every major league farm system? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
Cleveland Guardians star José Ramírez sprained his right ankle and left a game against the Toronto Blue Jays in the third inning after being struck by a throw from pitcher Chris Bassitt as he stumbled awkwardly over first base on an infield single.
Red Sox right-hander Walker Buehler has inflammation in his pitching shoulder and was placed on the injured list Friday.
Orioles general manager Mike Elias took responsibility for the collapse of Baltimore's starting rotation, which has been a factor in the team's struggles this season.
Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr. suffered a bruised left arm after being hit by a pitch Friday night, but the team said initial X-rays were negative.
The New York Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan as coach, days after he left his job with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
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.
Max Pacioretty scored a late tiebreaking goal in the third period to send the Toronto Maple Leafs to a series-clinching 4-2 win over the Ottawa Senators on Thursday night in Game 6 of the first-round matchup.
Winnipeg Jets coach Scott Arniel, Washington Capitals bench boss Spencer Carbery and Montreal Canadiens coach Martin St. Louis were named first-time finalists for the Jack Adams Award on Friday.
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.
Turnover luck, coordinator upgrade, transfer portal haul? They all could lead to some upswings for a select few teams.
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.
Pamela Maldonado breaks down which college football teams bettors should keep an eye on after spring practices.
North Carolina coach Bill Belichick issued a statement defending girlfriend Jordon Hudson from the "false narrative" that she was trying to control his interview with CBS.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller is out after nearly five years in the role.
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.
The Browns quarterback rookie wasted no time in making a positive impact on the Cleveland youth.
Cleveland didn't have Sanders graded as an elite prospect, but saw him as a steal once he slid to Day 3.
Three of Dallas' first five picks, including first-rounder Tyler Booker, were captains for their college teams.
Here's a look at how players get a crash course into the NFL days after the draft.
Cam Ward, Ashton Jeanty or the field for OROY? Abdul Carter or a surprise for DROY? And how does two-way star Travis Hunter factor in?
Tampa Bay selected Egbuka, a wide receiver from Ohio State, with the 19th pick the 2025 NFL draft last week.
Giants rookie pass rusher Abdul Carter also received a prank call during the NFL draft, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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 […]
Jets quarterback Jordan Travis announced his retirement after a devastating leg injury suffered in 2023 while at Florida State "never responded" to […]
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 […]
The NFL has fined the Falcons $250,000 and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich $100,000 in response to Ulbrich's son's prank call made to Shedeur […]
The Packers exercised the fifth-year option on Devonte Wyatt's contract but declined the fifth-year option for Quay Walker.
New Panthers wide receiver Hunter Renfrow on Thursday discussed his battle with ulcerative colitis, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that led to […]
The Ravens declined the fifth-year option on Tyler Linderbaum, but they intend to retain the two-time Pro Bowl center.
Which prospects could rise? And how does the 2026 class compare to the 2025 group?
Four QBs in the top 10? Two big trades? Let's make way-too-early predictions for every pick of next year's first round.
ESPN analysts reveal their fantasy football rankings for the 2025 season.
Our collection of downloadable, printable cheat sheets for the 2025 fantasy football season, including PPR, non-PPR and dynasty/keeper leagues.
Draft season's most overlooked player wasn't invited to the combine or an all-star game.