With Gregg Popovich stepping down, ESPN recalls the legendary stories about the NBA's winningest coach.
In nearly every way, the Lakers were outclassed by the Wolves. And now, after a disappointingly early exit, their next task is even more important: selling Doncic that this first-round loss was merely an aberration.
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.
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 Timberwolves started trolling the Lakers immediately after their series victory ... and haven't stopped yet.
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.
Free agent Elijah Moore, who caught a career-high 61 passes for 538 yards and one touchdown last season for the Browns, is signing with the Bills, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Jets quarterback Jordan Travis announced his retirement after a devastating leg injury suffered in 2023 while at Florida State "never responded" to treatment.
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.
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.
Since getting barbecued in K.C. last April, no pitcher not named Paul Skenes has been better than Houston's new ace.
Lucky? Sure. But the Blue Jays outfielder's unbelievable snag deserves a place on the all-time web gems list.
The man who fell from the 21-foot-high Clemente Wall onto the field at PNC Park on Wednesday remained in critical condition. Police called the incident "accidental."
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.
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.
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.
The New York Rangers have hired Mike Sullivan as coach, days after he left his job with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Kings' past five playoff exits have been in the first round. Can they break their streak this season?
The Oilers moved into the second round of the playoffs with a 6-4 win over the Kings on Thursday night.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Michigan State athletic director Alan Haller is out after nearly five years in the role.
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.
Sidi Gueye, one of the top international prospects in his age group, has committed to Arizona.
Acaden Lewis, the top available point guard in the 2025 class, told ESPN that he has committed to Villanova.
The matchup puts St. John's coach Rick Pitino against his former school and player in Kentucky coach Mark Pope.
With a bevy of returning talent, Purdue earns the top overall seed in the first edition of our projected field.
Big wins for Man United and Tottenham in the Europa League semifinals kept alive their hopes of lifting a major trophy and qualifying for the […]
Goals from Jadon Sancho and Noni Madueke and a brace from Nicolas Jackson gave Chelsea a comfortable 4-1 win over Swedish side Djurgården on a […]
The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) on Thursday extended its deadline for Carlo Ancelotti to take over as national team coach, sources told […]
Manchester City are monitoring a number of goalkeepers including FC Porto's Diogo Costa amid renewed uncertainty surrounding Ederson's future, a […]
Ruben Amorim warned his Manchester United players that they have not yet booked their place in the Europa League final despite a dominant 3-0 win […]
Harry Maguire has welcomed his new Brazilian-inspired nickname after the centre-back's unexpected trickery helped put Manchester United on course for […]
Chicago Fire FC is in talks with Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne on a designated player contract, a source confirmed to ESPN.
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 […]
Barcelona have confirmed defender Jules Kounde suffered a hamstring injury in Wednesday's 3-3 Champions League semifinal draw against Inter Milan, […]
This Manchester United team that has struggled in the Premier League continues to look far better in the Europa League.
The Champions League, Europa League and Europa Conference League are thrilling as we hit the semifinals. Can Arsenal fight back vs. PSG? Let's break […]
Arsenal are reportedly looking to sign Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
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."
Lamine Yamal starred in his 100th game for Barcelona. Here's how his career so far compares to other stars' who burst onto the scene at a young age.
Wednesday night's elimination made it more clear than ever: Time is running out for Messi and Co. to win the silverware Miami craves.
The NWSL has excitement that the UEFA Women's Champions League and England's WSL can't match -- but how long will it last?
Real Madrid's row with referees escalated in the Copa del Rey final, with an official in tears and three players sent off. How did it come to this?
Wednesday's win over Man Utd confirmed a sixth-consecutive league title for Chelsea; Sonia Bompastor's first and just two games away from an […]