The Western Conference produced two Game 7s this weekend. The Nuggets claimed the first one but how can each team advance on Sunday?
A Nuggets executive pointed to the firings of Michael Malone and Calvin Booth as the reason behind the team's late-season surge that has them into the second round.
Players seem to be throwing the ball off the glass to themselves more than ever, and not just to generate highlights.
After hearing the news that Gregg Popovich would no long coach the Spurs on Friday, Aces coach Becky Hammon lauded "Pop" as a mentor while not ruling out a future move to the NBA.
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.
The Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver will don his second ring in a several month stretch after helping the Eagles win Super Bowl LIX in February.
Shedeur Sanders in Round 5? A trade up for a pass rusher in Round 1? Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the entire 2025 NFL draft.
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 Sanders during the NFL draft.
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.
Lionel Messi struck the emphatic final goal as Inter Miami snapped a three-game losing streak with a 4-1 home win over the New York Red Bulls.
Bayern Munich clinched their 33rd Bundesliga title on Sunday, giving forward Harry Kane the first major trophy of his senior career.
Former Manchester United head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has criticised Manchester United's decision to transfer Scott McTominay to Napoli last summer.
Kylian Mbappé scored two goals as Real Madrid fought off a late comeback attempt from Celta Vigo to secure a 3-2 win on Sunday.
London City Lionesses have secured promotion to the Women's Super League (WSL) with a 2-2 draw with fellow contenders Birmingham City.
No team has made the playoffs after starting 0-7, but Atlanta has played better since. Will that continue -- and will it be enough?
Who is rising and falling in every major league farm system? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
The White Sox made six roster moves Sunday, highlighted by infielder Josh Rojas' appearance on the active roster for the first time this season.
Mariners pitcher George Kirby, who has yet to make his season debut, will start for Triple-A Tacoma as he works his way back from a shoulder issue.
Mets team doctors have recommended Tommy John surgery for left-handed reliever Danny Young, who was transferred to the 60-day injured list.
Stars coach Pete DeBoer expects to have leading goal scorer Jason Robertson and standout defenseman Miro Heiskanen available in the Western Conference semifinals after both missed Dallas' first-round series win over the Colorado Avalanche.
Using a proprietary formula, we've determined the most worthy contenders this postseason, led by Brent Burns.
Lightning coach Jon Cooper will return next season, general manager Julien BriseBois said Friday, shutting down speculation that they might part ways after an early playoff exit.
The New York Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan as coach, days after he left his job with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
On Saturday, the Carolina Hurricanes, who will meet the Washington Capitals in the East's second round next week, signed goaltender Frederik Andersen to a one-year contract for next season, a pact worth $2.75 million for the 35-year-old veteran.
A few days into this modern controversy over the coach's girlfriend, can we all settle down?
Pamela Maldonado breaks down which college football teams bettors should keep an eye on after spring practices.
The NCAA has taken disciplinary action against five current or former Iowa State football support staff members for combining to make more than 6,200 online bets totaling more than $100,000 on professional and college games.
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.
Quarterback Trae Taylor, one of the top pocket passers in the 2027 recruiting class, announced his commitment to Nebraska over Illinois, LSU and Texas A&M.
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.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
Sidi Gueye, one of the top international prospects in his age group, has committed to Arizona.
Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller is out after nearly five years in the role.
Acaden Lewis, the top available point guard in the 2025 class, told ESPN that he has committed to Villanova.
Stars coach Pete DeBoer expects to have leading goal scorer Jason Robertson and standout defenseman Miro Heiskanen available in the Western […]
Using a proprietary formula, we've determined the most worthy contenders this postseason, led by Brent Burns.
Lightning coach Jon Cooper will return next season, general manager Julien BriseBois said Friday, shutting down speculation that they might part ways […]
The New York Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan as coach, days after he left his job with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
On Saturday, the Carolina Hurricanes, who will meet the Washington Capitals in the East's second round next week, signed goaltender Frederik Andersen […]
Mikko Rantanen scored three goals in the third period, and the Dallas Stars utilized a furious rally to advance to the second round of the Stanley […]
Jets forward Mark Scheifele will not play in Game 7 against the Blues on Sunday due to an undisclosed injury that he suffered in Game 5, coach Scott […]
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