| Warriors' Curry (hamstring) ruled out of Game 1Warriors' Curry (hamstring) ruled out of Game 1 | Warriors star Stephen Curry won't return to Game 1 against the Timberwolves with a left hamstring strain. |
| Pacers stun Cavs with furious rally, Haliburton 3Pacers stun Cavs with furious rally, Haliburton 3 | Tyrese Haliburton sunk a 3-pointer with 1.1 seconds left, capping off an 8-point run in 47.9 seconds to stun the shorthanded Cavaliers. |
| Canes' dominant 33-shot effort 'paid off' in OTCanes' dominant 33-shot effort 'paid off' in OT | Jaccob Slavin scored in overtime, one of 33 shots from a dominant Carolina effort, and the Hurricanes topped the Washington Capitals 2-1 in Game 1 of their second-round playoff series on Tuesday, the club's second straight playoff win beyond regulation. |
| Giants' 9-run 11th sets Wrigley record, KO's CubsGiants' 9-run 11th sets Wrigley record, KO's Cubs | The Giants beat the Cubs 14-5 after exploding for a nine-run 11th, the highest-scoring extra inning ever at Wrigley Field. |
| Cruel Sommer: 'Special' save sends Inter to finalCruel Sommer: 'Special' save sends Inter to final | Internazionale goalkeeper Yann Sommer lauded his "special save" from Lamine Yamal after helping his side overcome Barcelona in a remarkable Champions League semifinal Tuesday. |
| Browns' Sanders to wear 12, like mentor BradyBrowns' Sanders to wear 12, like mentor Brady | The Browns on Tuesday announced jersey numbers for their rookies, and Shedeur Sanders will wear No. 12, as the No. 2 he wore in high school and college was selected by veteran DeAndre Carter. |
| Clark's return to Iowa peaks at 1.6 million viewersClark's return to Iowa peaks at 1.6 million viewers | Caitlin Clark's return to Iowa's Carver-Hawkeye Arena for the WNBA preseason game between the Indiana Fever and Brazilian national team averaged 1.3 million viewers on ESPN. |
| Trump taps Andrew Giuliani to lead WC task forceTrump taps Andrew Giuliani to lead WC task force | President Donald Trump has appointed Andrew Giuliani, the son of former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, to serve as the task force's executive director for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Â |
| đź“·Clark, sports stars react to Haliburton's winnerđź“·Clark, sports stars react to Haliburton's winner | The Indiana Pacers guard stunned the Cleveland Cavaliers and social media with a game-winner in Game 2. |
| NBA conference semifinals: Haliburton drills last-second 3-pointer to stun Cavs in Game 2NBA conference semifinals: Haliburton drills last-second 3-pointer to stun Cavs in Game 2 | Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round. |
| 'Job well done': Inside Gregg Popovich's unparalleled NBA legacy'Job well done': Inside Gregg Popovich's unparalleled NBA legacy | Friends, colleagues, players and confidantes all agree: Popovich has impacted more people across the game than perhaps anyone in history. |
| Biggest lessons of the Stanley Cup playoffs so far -- and why they matter for Round 2 and beyondBiggest lessons of the Stanley Cup playoffs so far -- and why they matter for Round 2 and beyond | With the opening round in the books, here are the top takeaways that will influence the rest of the playoffs. |
| Power 4 coaches on the NFL draft: Intel on Shedeur Sanders' slide, sleeper picks and six schools' classesPower 4 coaches on the NFL draft: Intel on Shedeur Sanders' slide, sleeper picks and six schools' classes | We have takeaways on the 2025 NFL draft class, from the college coaches who best know the prospects. |
| NFL experts debate the draft: Which teams have the most impactful rookie classes?NFL experts debate the draft: Which teams have the most impactful rookie classes? | Could the Patriots' rookies make an immediate impact? Experts weigh in with their favorite classes and picks. |
| Inter Milan, Barcelona write new chapter in UCL folkloreInter Milan, Barcelona write new chapter in UCL folklore | Amazing goals, dazzling skill and drama at every turn: Inter's 7-6 aggregate defeat of Barça will go down as one of the Champions League's greatest-ever set of games. |
| Passan predicts MLB megadeals: Who will be next to get $100 million? $300 million? $600 million?!Passan predicts MLB megadeals: Who will be next to get $100 million? $300 million? $600 million?! | These players are due to get paid -- from who will join the nine-figure club to who could break Juan Soto's record. |
| McDaniels on Curry? Mitchell’s volume shooting? Boston’s injuries? Six X factors in the second roundMcDaniels on Curry? Mitchell’s volume shooting? Boston’s injuries? Six X factors in the second round | From players to coaching tactics to pace of play, these are six key factors that will be critical in the second round of the NBA playoffs. |
| Things got 'awkward': Jim Knowles opens up about move from Ohio State to Penn StateThings got 'awkward': Jim Knowles opens up about move from Ohio State to Penn State | Jim Knowles moved from Ohio State's defensive coordinator to Penn State's DC this offseason. |
| This time at UCF, Scott Frost won't need to catch lightning in a bottleThis time at UCF, Scott Frost won't need to catch lightning in a bottle | The coach led the Knights to an undefeated season eight years ago. Can he do it again in 2025? |
| Everything to know about Monday's NBA draft lottery, from picks to what we're hearingEverything to know about Monday's NBA draft lottery, from picks to what we're hearing | Draft experts Jonathan Givony and Jeremy Woo break down the odds, likely picks and best fits for prospects. |
| Our final college softball rankings of the 2025 regular season: Top 25 poll and what to watchOur final college softball rankings of the 2025 regular season: Top 25 poll and what to watch | Check out our Top 25 poll, plus the play and player of the week. |
| College baseball Week 12: Top 25 rankings and what to watchCollege baseball Week 12: Top 25 rankings and what to watch | Kansas dropped out, making room for USC to be ranked for the first time this season. |
| The worst good players: Which elite stars stink at passing? Who can't dribble or shoot?The worst good players: Which elite stars stink at passing? Who can't dribble or shoot? | Among the top Champions League players, who stinks at passing? Who can't run? Who shouldn't dribble? Here are the worst good players. |
| Returning the Bundesliga crown to Bayern is a job well done for KompanyReturning the Bundesliga crown to Bayern is a job well done for Kompany | First-year coach Vincent Kompany has brought trophies back to Munich. |
| Barça 'deserve respect' but left craving UCL gloryBarça 'deserve respect' but left craving UCL glory | Hansi Flick says his Barcelona players deserve respect in Europe, but he was left craving Champions League glory after suffering an agonising semifinal defeat to Internazionale. |
| Ronaldo's son earns first Portugal U15 call-upRonaldo's son earns first Portugal U15 call-up | Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo JĂşnior, has been selected to play for Portugal's under 15 side for the first time for an upcoming international tournament in Croatia. |
| Rice: Arsenal need 'magic moments' to beat PSGRice: Arsenal need 'magic moments' to beat PSG | Declan Rice said Arsenal will require "magic moments" to reach their first Champions League final in 19 years. |
| Busquets: Miami not at level of Club WC rivalsBusquets: Miami not at level of Club WC rivals | 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. |
| Source: LAFC to host Club WC playoff on May 31Source: LAFC to host Club WC playoff on May 31 | LAFC and América will face off on May 31 at LAFC's BMO Stadium for the right to replace Club León at the Club World Cup in the United States next month, a source confirmed to ESPN. |
| Shiffrin to join Denver NWSL ownership groupShiffrin to join Denver NWSL ownership group | Two-time Olympic Alpine ski gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin has joined the ownership group of Denver's expansion National Women's Soccer League team. |
| Who will kick for Ravens after Justin Tucker release? A look at his likely successorWho will kick for Ravens after Justin Tucker release? A look at his likely successor | After drafting the Arizona kicker in the sixth round, the team will likely turn to Tyler Loop after releasing Tucker on Monday. |
| Risers and new entrants to our latest top 25Risers and new entrants to our latest top 25 | UConn climbs the ranks. Illinois and Creighton join the mix. See the fourth edition of our early top 25. |
| All eyes on WNBA, but Unrivaled looks to build on momentum for next seasonAll eyes on WNBA, but Unrivaled looks to build on momentum for next season | After a successful inaugural season, Unrivaled's stakeholders must figure out how to build on the momentum. |
| An inside look at the day boxing took over New York's Times SquareAn inside look at the day boxing took over New York's Times Square | How one of the most iconic places in New York City transformed from a tourist area to a boxing venue. |
| MMA divisional rankings: After win, did Cory Sandhagen even budge at bantamweight?MMA divisional rankings: After win, did Cory Sandhagen even budge at bantamweight? | Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, Bellator, PFL and beyond. |
| Betting buzz: Stars, Jets to face off after braving remarkably long live oddsBetting buzz: Stars, Jets to face off after braving remarkably long live odds | The Winnipeg Jets and Dallas Stars face off in the second round after braving long live odds in Game 7's. |
| NBA playoff odds: Big changes after Game 1 wins by Knicks, NuggetsNBA playoff odds: Big changes after Game 1 wins by Knicks, Nuggets | An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP. |
| Stock watch: Shelby Miller for saves?Stock watch: Shelby Miller for saves? | Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped, and more. |
| Waiver wire: Why settle for one rising star when you can have two?Waiver wire: Why settle for one rising star when you can have two? | Tristan H. Cockcroft outlines the players you should be claiming off the waiver wire. |
| Bellingham ruled last season's Clásicos. Can he save Madrid's title hopes vs. Barça?Bellingham ruled last season's Clásicos. Can he save Madrid's title hopes vs. Barça? | It's been a challenging second season for Jude Bellingham at Real Madrid, but Sunday's title-deciding Clásico is the perfect stage for him to step up. |
| Michele Kang is spending millions to scoop up women's soccer teams around the world. What's her plan?Michele Kang is spending millions to scoop up women's soccer teams around the world. What's her plan? | Billionaire club owner Michele Kang speaks to ESPN about her new vision for women's soccer and the money she's pouring in to make it a reality. |
| Transfer rumors, news: Newcastle to rival Barça, Man Utd for TahTransfer rumors, news: Newcastle to rival Barça, Man Utd for Tah | Will Newcastle win the race to sign Bayer Leverkusen defender Jonathan Tah this summer? Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors. |
| Grand Theft Auto VI releases information on main charactersGrand Theft Auto VI releases information on main characters | Rockstar shines some light on the upcoming crime RPG's two protagonists. |
