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.
Gregg Popovich spoke publicly for the first time since his stroke, saying he's "getting better by the day" but that "it's time" for Mitch Johnson to be the Spurs' coach.
The Jazz and coach Will Hardy, who has an 85-161 record in his three seasons with Utah, have agreed to a multiyear extension through 2031, owner Ryan Smith said.
Clippers president Lawrence Frank said he definitely believes in Kawhi Leonard and James Harden as the franchise's cornerstones, despite an embarrassing Game 7 loss in their first-round series against the Nuggets.
The Cavaliers have "real concern" about the status of Evan Mobley (ankle) and De'Andre Hunter (thumb) for Game 2. They are questionable to play, along with Darius Garland.
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.
Louisiana authorities on Monday charged a second suspect with murder in the death of a television reporter who had traveled to New Orleans to cover the Super Bowl.
Phil Simms told longtime New York Daily News writer Gary Myers on Friday that he was "outvoted by his family" and his No. 11 will remain retired by the Giants and won't go to Abdul Carter.
The Trump administration's budget request eliminates major federal funding for traumatic brain injury research and education, potentially undercutting efforts to address head injuries in sports.
Julian Edelman has been voted by fans as a 2025 inductee into the Patriots Hall of Fame.
Bournemouth won at Arsenal thanks to a controversial goal from Evanilson, but should it have been ruled out?
A verdict is expected Tuesday in Liga MX club León's legal dispute with FIFA over entry to the Club World Cup in the United States next month.
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister hopes winning the Premier League title this season is "just the beginning of something great."
Former Real Madrid player Toni Kroos believes Barcelona's Pedri is the best midfielder in the world and more important to his team than Lamine Yamal, Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha.
José Mourinho refused to confirm whether he will remain at Fenerbahce next season after Sunday's defeat to Besiktas left them adrift in the title race.
Braves rookie AJ Smith-Shawver took a no-hit bid into the eighth inning vs. the Reds before giving up a single from Santiago Espinal.
New York Mets designated hitter Jesse Winker is expected to miss six to eight weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain, manager Carlos Mendoza confirmed on Monday.
With two outs in the third inning, Cincinnati Reds left fielder Tyler Callihan sustained a broken left forearm while attempting a sliding catch against the Atlanta Braves on a play that turned into an inside-the-park home run Monday in a 4-0 loss.
The new Diamondbacks threads, unveiled Monday, are inspired by previous franchise jerseys.
Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole said his mind is on clearing checkpoints in his recovery from elbow reconstruction surgery last month.
Retiring Wild goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury said Monday that he has agreed to join Team Canada for the ice hockey world championship later this month.
The NHL is planning an international event at the home of the Islanders next February in lieu of the previously announced All-Star Weekend, a source told ESPN.
Rob Blake is out after eight seasons as the Los Angeles Kings' vice president and general manager.
In Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals, Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz exited midway through the second period of his team's 5-4 win over the Panthers on Monday, after taking an elbow to the head from Florida forward Sam Bennett.
The New York Islanders won the NHL draft lottery on Monday and vaulted nine teams -- including the last-place San Jose Sharks -- in winning the opportunity to have the No. 1 pick, marking the first time the franchise will have that position since 2009.
Safety A.J. Haulcy, who earned first-team All-Big 12 honors at Houston last season, committed to LSU on Sunday, his agency told ESPN.
An attorney in the $2.8 billion legal case reshaping college sports told The AP on Monday he thinks "the agreement we will reach with the NCAA will solve the judge's concerns" over roster limits that have delayed final approval.
Nebraska athletic director Troy Dannen and former CFP selection chair Jeff Long have been added as replacements to the current CFP selection committee.
The Trump administration's budget request eliminates major federal funding for traumatic brain injury research and education, potentially undercutting efforts to address head injuries in sports.
Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore is expected to be suspended for two games for the upcoming 2025 season as part of self-imposed sanctions by the university for the Connor Stalions advanced scouting scandal, industry sources told ESPN.
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.
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.
The matchup puts St. John's coach Rick Pitino against his former school and player in Kentucky coach Mark Pope.
José Mourinho refused to confirm whether he will remain at Fenerbahce next season after Sunday's defeat to Besiktas left them adrift in the title […]
Barcelona are reportedly looking to sign Leroy Sané when his contract expires. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
A verdict is expected Tuesday in Liga MX club León's legal dispute with FIFA over entry to the Club World Cup in the United States next month.
Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister hopes winning the Premier League title this season is "just the beginning of something great."
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Racing Louisville FC midfielder Ary Borges has been suspended for an additional three matches for pushing the center referee after a recent match.
England striker Harry Kane said it feels sweet to finally end his career-long trophy drought after securing the Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich
Mikel Arteta has said Arsenal need to be ready to give their life to reach the Champions League final.
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The good footballing folk of Naples appear to be coming down with a serious, delirious case of acute Scott McTominay-mania.
The Vancouver Whitecaps continue to dominate the top spot in the latest edition of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.
How long will the incomparable excitement of NWSL be expected to last?
Orlando remains top of ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings despite losing to Portland, but it's Alyssa Naeher that took all the plaudits this week.
Trent Alexander-Arnold will leave Liverpool on a free transfer in the summer. How can the Premier League champions replace him?
Arsenal was the only UCL title contender to play a full-strength squad over the weekend -- and they lost. Will Mikel Arteta's gamble pay off midweek? […]
Chelsea beat Liverpool, Napoli moved closer to another Serie A title, and Bayern Munich clinched the Bundesliga without playing: Gab Marcotti recaps […]
The Manchester and Merseyside derbies were interesting, while Paris FC upset the odds to beat local rivals Paris Saint-Germain.
Enzo Fernández, Moisés Caicedo and Romeo Lavia looked like a UCL midfield in Chelsea's win over Liverpool.
Bournemouth won at Arsenal thanks to a controversial goal from Evanilson, but should it have been ruled out?
It's finally over! Bayern Munich won the 2024-25 Bundesliga title, and with it Harry Kane's career-long trophy drought has been broken.
The European soccer season is drawing to a close, but who will win the race for the titles, cups and European qualification -- and who will be […]
With Lionel Messi in the final year of his contract with Inter Miami, ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of the World Cup winner's performances.
How do the Premier League champions stay on top? Gab and Mark apply discerning eyes to Arne Slot's squad and discuss what the Reds should do.
Wrexham's promotion might look miraculous, but it's actually a combination of factors that other Premier League hopefuls shouldn't try to replicate.