Gregg Popovich is moving to a full-time role in the Spurs front office and interim Mitch Johnson will now take over head coaching duties, sources told ESPN Friday.
Only one young player is untouchable as the Rockets enter an offseason with lucrative draft capital and a promising future.
James Harden rebounded from a quiet Game 5 on Tuesday to score 28 points, Kawhi Leonard added 27 points and the Clippers forced a Game 7 of their first-round playoff series with a 111-105 win over the Nuggets in Game 6 on Thursday.
The Timberwolves started trolling the Lakers immediately after their series victory ... and haven't stopped yet.
Entering the playoffs, more money had been wagered on the Lakers to win the Finals than on any other team at multiple sportsbooks. That money will be staying with the house.
The Packers exercised the fifth-year option on Devonte Wyatt's contract but declined the fifth-year option for Quay Walker.
Giants rookie pass rusher Abdul Carter also received a prank call during the NFL draft, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The Ravens declined the fifth-year option on Tyler Linderbaum, but they intend to retain the two-time Pro Bowl center.
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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.
Harry Maguire has said Manchester United's players feel they owe the fans a trophy to repay their faith during a miserable season in the Premier League.
Spanish side Elche have decided to break with tradition by banning the sale and consumption of sunflower seeds at their home ground as cleaning up the shells spit out by fans led to increased costs and unhygienic conditions.
Pep Guardiola has told ESPN he is "sure" he is going to take a break from management when he leaves Manchester City.
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.
Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano laughed off suggestions his team was too dependent upon Lionel Messi and insisted they will bounce back stronger when they host New York Red Bulls in MLS action following a tough CCL elimination.
Jose Ramirez, Cleveland's six-time All-Star, became the first third baseman in club history to reach 250 career homers and 250 steals.
Lucky? Sure. But the Blue Jays outfielder's unbelievable snag deserves a place on the all-time web gems list.
Juan Soto, who signed a $765 million contract this offseason, finally cleared the fences with his first two home runs at Citi Field since joining the Mets.
Red Sox right-hander Walker Buehler returned to Boston to undergo tests on his sore right shoulder and won't start against the Minnesota Twins on Friday, manager Alex Cora said.
Kenta Maeda, who has a 6.21 ERA in his 36 appearances for the Tigers spanning two seasons, was designated for assignment. Detroit recalled prospect Tyler Owens.
Edmonton Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl, Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck and Tampa Bay Lightning standout Nikita Kucherov were named finalists for the 2024-25 Hart Memorial Trophy on Thursday.
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Jack Eichel scored his first goal of the series to give Vegas the lead late in the second period, and Adin Hill held it up on a 29-save night to spur the Golden Knights on to the second round with a 3-2 victory over the Wild.
The Oilers moved into the second round of the playoffs with a 6-4 win over the Kings on Thursday night.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Five-star offensive tackle Keenyi Pepe committed to USC, landing with the Trojans as the top-ranked member in coach Lincoln Riley's 2026 recruiting class.
NCAA's deal with sportsbooks contains language to crack down on problematic prop bets.
Players leaving. Players joining. We're tracking all personnel movement for key teams heading into 2025-26.
How should UConn be graded after falling short of its third straight national title? Our verdicts on each team.
Paul Biancardi introduces the top prospects in the 2026, 2027 and 2028 boys' basketball recruiting classes.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
Utah Hockey Club officials wouldn't confirm whether "Mammoth" was their new name after it allegedly leaked on the team's official YouTube channel […]
The Kings' past five playoff exits have been in the first round. Can they break their streak this season?
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.
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.
Pavel Dorofeyev, who led the Vegas Golden Knights with 35 goals this season, will not play Thursday night in Game 6 at Minnesota because of an […]
Jets coach Scott Arniel said Thursday that star center Mark Scheifele will not travel with team ahead of Game 6 against the Blues.
Edmonton Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl, Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck and Tampa Bay Lightning standout Nikita Kucherov were named […]
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