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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A couple of surprising trades highlighted the first round of the 2025 NFL draft, including the Giants' move up for a QB.
Tennessee made Ward the No. 1 pick Thursday, but his journey started long ago in Texas.
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The Giants selected Penn State star Abdul Carter and QB Jaxson Dart in the first round of the NFL draft.
The Falcons boosted their pass rush Thursday, trading up to the No. 26 pick to select James Pearce Jr. after earlier selecting Jalon Walker at No. 15.
Manchester City have to rebuild their midfield in the summer and replace one of their best-ever players in Kevin De Bruyne. How can they do it?
It's not been the easiest season for Man United or Rasmus Højlund, but who else has notably underperformed in the Premier League this season?
Ahead of a Champions League semifinal, Arsenal need several players to step up.
As we approach the end of the season, it's time for big clubs to make big decisions. Let's begin with Arsenal: What should the Gunners do with their squad this offseason?
Former USMNT coach Bruce Arena criticized the appointment of Mauricio Pochettino, saying that a non-American lacks the necessary understanding of the country's culture.
Another change at the top of the list and an NL-heavy top 10 dominate our rankings four weeks into the 2025 season.
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.
The Rays placed rookie outfielder Jake Mangum on the 10-day injured list with a left groin strain Thursday.
The Mets activated Jeff McNeil, who hasn't played this season because of a right oblique strain, from the injured list Thursday night.
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.
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.
Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog played in his first NHL game in nearly three years Wednesday night in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Stars.
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.
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he's glad his program isn't part of the "chaos" of the transfer portal era, saying that "the more chaos out there, the better it is for us because we're built for it."
North Carolina transfer defensive end Beau Atkinson announced his commitment to Ohio State Tuesday night.
The NCAA Division II football playoffs will expand from 28 to 32 teams this season to accommodate the change that will award automatic bids to all 16 conferences.
Four-star offensive tackle Kodi Greene, the No. 37 recruit in the 2026 ESPN 300, has flipped from Oregon to Washington, sources told ESPN.
Quarterback Brendan Sullivan, who started three games for Iowa last season and eight for Northwestern over the 2022 and 2023 seasons, is set to transfer to Tulane for the 2025 season.
Rutgers freshman Ace Bailey, the projected No. 3 pick in this year's NBA draft, is going pro, saying he is "nowhere close to reaching my potential" and "can take a good team to a better level."
Cincinnati transfer Dillon Mitchell has committed to St. John's, sources told ESPN.
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.
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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Longtime New York Islanders forward Cal Clutterbuck announced his retirement from the NHL on Wednesday after 17 seasons.
Florida forward Matthew Tkachuk made his long-awaited return to the lineup, scoring twice in the second period, as the Panthers handled the rival […]
Boston Bruins CEO Charlie Jacobs vowed that his team would return to the playoffs next season despite finishing in last place and trading away […]
The Rangers agreed to a multiyear extension with GM Chris Drury, keeping him in charge of their hockey operations moving forward after missing the […]
Logan Thompson's goaltending in the third period "was the difference tonight," according to coach Spencer Carbery, as the Capitals took a 2-0 lead in […]
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.
Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog played in his first NHL game in nearly three years Wednesday night in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Stars.