Warriors coach Steve Kerr said Rockets defenders are trying to "outsmart the rules" by hitting Stephen Curry's hand after he releases his shot and said it's something he hopes the league addresses after the season.
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
From the Celtics to the Thunder, here's how potential titles could lead into varied versions of an NBA future.
Three matchups have extended to Game 6s in the NBA playoffs' first round. What does each team need to do to advance or stay alive?````
The 2025 NBA draft lottery takes place on May 12. Check out details on the event's format, rules, history and more.
Tampa Bay selected Egbuka, a wide receiver from Ohio State, with the 19th pick the 2025 NFL draft last week.
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.
The Eagles' recent track record of drafting well on defense has been to the team's financial benefit.
Which prospects could rise? And how does the 2026 class compare to the 2025 group?
The English Football Association (FA) has said it will ban transgender players from women's football from next season, starting from June 1.
Inter coach Simone Inzaghi lauded Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as a phenomenon who comes along once every 50 years after his side's draw in the Champions League.
Cristiano Ronaldo's wait for a major trophy in Saudi Arabia is set to continue as Al-Nassr lost 3-2 to Kawasaki Frontale in the Asian Champions League semifinals on Wednesday.
Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries returned and so did the goals for Inter Milan.
Brian White and Pedro Vite scored two minutes apart and the Vancouver Whitecaps stunned Inter Miami 3-1 in the second leg of their Concacaf Champions Cup semifinal on Wednesday night.
Who is rising and falling in every major league farm system? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
Houston's Lance McCullers Jr., who hasn't appeared in an MLB game since the 2022 World Series due to injuries, is scheduled to start vs. the White Sox on Sunday.
The Rockies (5-25) beat the Braves to end an eight-game losing streak and avoid tying the 1988 Orioles (4-26) for the worst 30-game start in MLB since 1901.
The Mets placed Danny Young on the injured list with an elbow sprain Wednesday, a move that came three days after fellow lefty reliever A.J. Minter landed on IL.
Benches and bullpens cleared in Baltimore in the fourth inning of the Orioles' 5-4 win over the Yankees on Wednesday night, when Heston Kjerstad stole second base and Pablo Reyes had to leap over him to catch the throw.
All four matchups are at 3-2. Will the leading teams advance -- or will the series extend? Get prepared here.
The Maple Leafs' recent playoff goaltending history is rough. Have they found a solution? How far can he take them?
Kyle Okposo, who retired after winning the Stanley Cup with the Panthers last season, is joining the NHL Players' Association as business development and player engagement adviser.
Eetu Luostarinen had a goal and three assists as Florida defeated Tampa Bay 6-3 to move into the second round of the Stanley Cup playoffs.
The Capitals beat the Canadiens on Wednesday night to advance in the Stanley Cup playoffs, their first series victory since winning it all in 2018.
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.
The Pac-12 has finalized television deals for the 2025 season, with The CW, ESPN and CBS combining to show the 13 home games involving Oregon State and Washington State.
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.
Jets quarterback Jordan Travis announced his retirement after a devastating leg injury suffered in 2023 while at Florida State "never responded" to treatment.
NCAA's deal with sportsbooks contains language to crack down on problematic prop bets.
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.
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.
UConn power forward, Alex Karaban withdrew from the NBA draft and will return for his senior season, a source told ESPN.
Ex-prep phenom Mikey Williams has committed to Sacramento State, where he'll play under the tutelage of new GM Shaquille O'Neal and coach Mike Bibby.
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2025-26 outlook.
Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad has been suspended for two games for elbowing Lightning forward Brandon Hagel in the head midway through Game 4 of […]
Minnesota goalie Filip Gustavsson was replaced after two periods Tuesday night because of an illness, putting Marc-Andre Fleury in net for the Wild.
The PWHL will expand to eight teams next season by adding Seattle as its second new franchise alongside Vancouver, and The Associated Press has […]
Sebastian Aho hammered a one-timer past Jacob Markstrom at 4:17 of the second OT to help the Carolina Hurricanes defeat the New Jersey Devils 5-4 […]
The Carolina Hurricanes have reached a three-year, $9.5 million extension with forward Taylor Hall through the 2027-28 season.
Utah Hockey Club officials wouldn't confirm whether "Mammoth" was their new name after it allegedly leaked on the team's official YouTube channel […]
Will the playoff field shrink Wednesday night? Here are keys to each game, plus Tuesday's recaps and three stars.
Of the 38 seasons where the trophy was awarded, just eight of its victors have also lifted the Stanley Cup.
Here's how the group's performance at a Kings game went viral, and why it means so much culturally.
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.
Every playoff team's odds to win the 2025 Stanley Cup and favorites for the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP