Golden State's Jimmy Butler, playing through an injured tailbone, returned from a one-game absence to put his team one win away from advancing to the Western Conference semifinals.
Despite their physical play, costly miscues led to the Rockets' 109-106 Game 4 loss to the Warriors on Monday night, and they now trail in the first-round series 3-1.
The NBA is considering an international competition for next season's All-Star Game.
The Sacramento Kings and interim coach Doug Christie are finalizing a multiyear contract to make him the franchise's next head coach, sources told ESPN.
Lakers star Luka Doncic made a $5,000 donation Tuesday to cover the cost of a vandalized mural depicting Kobe and Gigi Bryant in downtown L.A.
Veteran offensive tackle D.J. Humphries has agreed to a contract with the 49ers, his agency announced Tuesday.
Michigan Panthers receiver Samson Nacua has been suspended by the UFL for one game and will participate in community service after slapping a fan following a game.
Tight end George Kittle, who was entering the final year of a deal he signed in 2020 with the 49ers, said Tuesday on the "Bussin' With The Boys" podcast that he signed a four-year, $76.4 million extension.
A source tells ESPN that all options are on the table for the Packers and All-Pro cornerback Jaire Alexander, including a possible return to Green Bay next season.
The New England Patriots released long snapper Joe Cardona, their longest-tenured player, on Tuesday, after selecting him in Round 5 of the 2015 NFL draft out of Navy, setting the stage for a run that included two Super Bowl title and 13 playoff games.
Ousmane Dembélé's early goal secured a first-leg win for the French champions. Arsenal had a second-half goal by Mikel Merino disallowed for offside.
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Wolves women's players have said they feel "let down" after learning the club failed to submit an application for promotion to the Championship.
Al Ahli beat 10-man Al Hilal in a battle of Saudi Pro League sides in Jeddah on Tuesday to earn a spot in Saturday's Asian Champions League final.
Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi urged his players to forget a difficult week and face Barcelona with no fear in Wednesday's Champions League semifinal.
After meeting with President Trump, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said he wants to issue a ruling on a request to end the permanent ban of Pete Rose, who died in September.
Ian Anderson, the winning pitcher in Game 3 of the 2021 World Series, rejoined the Braves on Monday, a day after he was claimed off waivers from the Angels. Atlanta also signed veteran outfielder Eddie Rosario.
Guardians reliever Paul Sewald was placed on the 15-day injured list before Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Twins with a right shoulder stain.
Tyler Glasnow was put on the injured list Monday with what the Dodgers described as shoulder inflammation, joining fellow frontline starter Blake Snell, who has been sidelined by a similar injury.
Houston star Jose Altuve asked Astros manager Joe Espada to move him out of the leadoff spot and into the second hole because he'd like more time to run to the dugout from left field, where he is playing for the first time in his MLB career.
Valtteri Filppula -- one of just 30 players in the Triple Gold Club for winning the Stanley Cup, Olympics and world championships -- has decided to retire from hockey at age 41 after playing one final season at home in his native Finland.
British prosecutors said Tuesday no charges will be brought against a man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey player Adam Johnson in 2023.
Quinn Hughes, Cale Makar and Zach Werenski are finalists for the Norris Trophy.
Winnipeg Jets forward Gabriel Vilardi, 25, will return from a monthlong absence and play in Game 5 of the first round of the playoffs against the St. Louis Blues Wednesday, as his club looks to take a 3-2 lead.
Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad will have a hearing with the NHL over his hit to the head of Brandon Hagel.
Boise State coach Spencer Danielson is getting a new five-year deal after taking the Broncos to the CFP in his first full season as their head coach, the school announced Tuesday.
Four-star quarterback Brady Smigiel, ESPN's No. 4 pocket passer in the 2026 class, has committed to Michigan.
After departing in December for a brief stint at Texas A&M, former five-star wide receiver recruit Micah Hudson announced Sunday he is rejoining Texas Tech's football program.
Marshall will not renew the contract of athletic director Christian Spears when it expires next year, the school announced Tuesday.
Florida sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway, who was limited in spring practice and didn't throw due to shoulder soreness, has resumed throwing for the Gators.
Marshall will not renew the contract of athletic director Christian Spears when it expires next year, the school announced Tuesday.
Shaquille O'Neal has agreed to become the men's basketball general manager of Sacramento State, sources told ESPN.
California transfer Andrej Stojakovic, the son of former NBA star Peja Stojakovic and one of the best available players in the portal, has committed to Illinois over Stanford and North Carolina.
Alijah Arenas, a basketball recruit for USC, is expected to be released from the hospital with no major injuries following a car crash Thursday morning.
Villanova's Mike Nardi, who took over as interim coach last month, has been hired by UConn as an assistant coach, the school announced Tuesday.
British prosecutors said Tuesday no charges will be brought against a man arrested on suspicion of manslaughter following the death of ice hockey […]
Connor Hellebuyck says there is no crack in his confidence after the Winnipeg Jets goalie was pulled during his team's last two playoff losses.
Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen remains "day to day" and was not in the lineup for Game 5.
Goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov, 25, will make his postseason debut for the Carolina Hurricanes in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series against the […]
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