The Timberwolves started trolling the Lakers immediately after their series victory ... and haven't stopped yet.
Pistons center Isaiah Stewart is out for a fifth straight game against the Knicks because of a nagging knee injury.
Boston Celtics guard Jrue Holiday has won the NBA's sportsmanship award for the second time, the league announced Thursday.
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.
LeBron James wasn't ready to make any decisions about his future in the moments immediately after his 22nd NBA season ended with the Lakers' first-round playoff exit.
The Browns quarterback rookie wasted no time in making a positive impact on the Cleveland youth.
The Ravens declined the fifth-year option on Tyler Linderbaum, but they intend to retain the two-time Pro Bowl center.
Tampa Bay selected Egbuka, a wide receiver from Ohio State, with the 19th pick the 2025 NFL draft last week.
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.
Giants rookie pass rusher Abdul Carter also received a prank call during the NFL draft, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The English Football Association (FA) has said it will ban transgender players from women's football from next season, starting from June 1.
This Manchester United team that has struggled in the Premier League continues to look far better in the Europa League.
Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham edge closer to the Europa League final, even in a season where he labeled his side as playing in "parallel worlds."
Manchester City are monitoring a number of goalkeepers including FC Porto's Diogo Costa amid renewed uncertainty surrounding Ederson's future, a source has told ESPN.
Barcelona have confirmed defender Jules Kounde suffered a hamstring injury in Wednesday's 3-3 Champions League semifinal draw against Inter Milan, with sources telling ESPN he will miss the second leg in Italy next week.
Lucky? Sure. But the Blue Jays outfielder's unbelievable snag deserves a place on the all-time web gems list.
The Diamondbacks placed reliever Justin Martinez on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with right shoulder inflammation.
A fan was removed from the field on a cart after falling from the 21-foot Clemente Wall in right field at PNC Park during Wednesday night's Cubs-Pirates game.
The Texas Rangers placed catcher Kyle Higashioka on the 10-day injured list Thursday with a mild left intercostal strain and recalled right-hander Caleb Boushley from Triple-A Round Rock for their game against the Athletics.
The Royals optioned Noah Cameron back to Triple-A Omaha on Thursday, one day after the left-hander took a no-hitter into the seventh inning in his big league debut.
Utah Hockey Club officials wouldn't confirm whether "Mammoth" was their new name after it allegedly leaked on the team's official YouTube channel Tuesday night.
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 undisclosed injury.
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.
Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller is out after nearly five years in the role.
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.
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Marcus Thuram and Denzel Dumfries returned and so did the goals for Inter Milan.
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Four teams have won a UEFA final at home. Athletic want to be No. 5. First they must beat Man United in the Europa League semis.
After a sluggish start, the Portland Timbers are closing in on the elite teams in ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.
It seemed impossible to follow club legend Jurgen Klopp and win the league in his first year, but Arne Slot has done just that at Liverpool.