An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP.
Who has dominated the postseason thus far? Chris Herring unveils his top 10 playoff MVP contenders, a list packed with star power and surprises.
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 home of the Philadelphia Flyers and the 76ers will be renamed Xfinity Mobile Arena, effective Sept. 1 and running through the 2030-2031 season.
General manager Mike Borgonzi made one of the biggest decisions in franchise history on draft night, so now what's left?
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.
Our panel of experts ranked every NFL team from 1 to 32. Which franchises improved with their draft picks and offseason moves?
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.
France's former interior minister Gerald Darmanin has apologised to Liverpool fans for wrongly blaming them for the chaos before the 2022 Champions League final in Paris.
Barcelona forward Raphinha has revealed his anger at the lack of football he played under Xavi Hernández, saying he feels his former coach never showed any real confidence in him.
Mexican side Club León has lost its appeal against FIFA at sport's highest court on Tuesday and will not play in the Club World Cup next month in the United States.
A source has told ESPN that Bruno Fernandes is one of the few players whose future is seen as secure at Man United despite a battle to balance the club's books.
Inter Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets admitted the MLS club is not up to the level of competition that will be seen at the 2025 Club World Cup, but insisted the team will fight to advance out of the group stage.
Mike Trout is back on the IL. Should fantasy managers be concerned?
Everything fantasy managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped, and more.
The first five weeks of the season has exposed issues for every club. Here's what needs to be fixed.
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.
Half of the teams are eliminated. Who do our experts take in each of the four second-round series?
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.
The woman who has accused five members of Canada's 2018 world junior hockey team of sexual assault testified Monday.
Rob Blake is out after eight seasons as the Los Angeles Kings' vice president and general manager.
The home of the Philadelphia Flyers and the 76ers will be renamed Xfinity Mobile Arena, effective Sept. 1 and running through the 2030-2031 season.
Jim Knowles moved from Ohio State's defensive coordinator to Penn State's DC this offseason.
Pamela Maldonado breaks down which college football teams bettors should keep an eye on after spring practices.
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.
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.
Gold medal sprinter Allyson Felix, Olympic tennis champion Serena Williams and men's basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski are part of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee Hall of Fame's class of 2025.
Florida coach Todd Golden, fresh off a national title, has agreed to a six-year, $40.5 million contract extension through the 2030-31 season.
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark is getting a three-year extension through 2030, the conference announced Tuesday.
New Haven, which is starting its transition to Div. I, will become a full member of the Northeast Conference, the NEC commissioner and school president announced Tuesday.
UConn climbs the ranks. Illinois and Creighton join the mix. See the fourth edition of our early top 25.
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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."
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, […]
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.
Real Madrid want Trent Alexander-Arnold to join them for this summer's Club World Cup, sources have told ESPN, and now plan talks with Liverpool to […]
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.