| NBA playoff takeaways: Thunder lead series vs. NuggetsNBA playoff takeaways: Thunder lead series vs. Nuggets | Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round. |
| Pacers pen winning 'script,' return to East finalsPacers pen winning 'script,' return to East finals | The Pacers are returning to the Eastern Conference finals after a 114-105 victory over the Cavaliers in Game 5 on Tuesday night. |
| SGA, OKC outduel Nuggets late in rollercoaster G5SGA, OKC outduel Nuggets late in rollercoaster G5 | Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 31 points, the Thunder overcame a 44-point, 15-rebound night from Denver's Nikola Jokic to go up 3-2 in their Western Conference semifinal series. |
| Celtics' Tatum has surgery on ruptured AchillesCeltics' Tatum has surgery on ruptured Achilles | Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum underwent surgery on Tuesday to repair a ruptured right Achilles tendon. |
| Granlund nets 3 for Stars, but 'job is not done'Granlund nets 3 for Stars, but 'job is not done' | Veteran center Mikael Granlund chose the right time for his first career hat trick, recording three goals Tuesday night, as Dallas handled the Winnipeg Jets, 3-1, in Game 4 of the Western Conference second round, giving the Stars a 3-1 series advantage. |
| Rose, 'Shoeless' Joe HOF-eligible as MLB lifts banRose, 'Shoeless' Joe HOF-eligible as MLB lifts ban | The all-time hit king and Jackson -- both longtime baseball pariahs stained by gambling, seen by MLB as the game's mortal sin -- are now presumably eligible for election into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. |
| Dodgers' Kershaw set for season debut in Year 18Dodgers' Kershaw set for season debut in Year 18 | Clayton Kershaw will make his season debut Saturday against the Angels and in the process will tie Zack Wheat and Bill Russell for the most years with the Dodgers franchise. |
| Sun exploring new investment, possible sale, reloSun exploring new investment, possible sale, relo | Connecticut Sun president Jennifer Rizzotti said Tuesday that the team's ownership group is "exploring all options to strategically invest in the team," including a potential sale. |
| Reports: Forest's Awoniyi placed in induced comaReports: Forest's Awoniyi placed in induced coma | Nottingham Forest striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been placed in an induced coma after undergoing "urgent" surgery on an abdominal injury, according to multiple reports. |
| 🏀 Best of Day 1 at the NBA combine🏀 Best of Day 1 at the NBA combine | The draft lottery results, Cooper Flagg's play and a draft withdrawal dominate the day in Chicago. |
| What MLB's decision to lift ban means for Pete Rose, 'Shoeless' Joe and moreWhat MLB's decision to lift ban means for Pete Rose, 'Shoeless' Joe and more | Here's what a decision to remove deceased players from MLB's ineligible list means for their Hall of Fame eligibility and more. |
| What's next for Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics following his Achilles injury?What's next for Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics following his Achilles injury? | Tatum's Achilles tear and surgery was confirmed on Tuesday. What can the All-Star expect in terms of recovery, and how will the franchise move forward? |
| Rested, recharged, stronger than ever: How Fever's Caitlin Clark used offseason to resetRested, recharged, stronger than ever: How Fever's Caitlin Clark used offseason to reset | When cameras weren't catching her hanging with Taylor Swift, Caitlin Clark honed her game on the court and in the weight room. |
| Storylines: Scottie vs. Rory, LIV contenders and who could surpriseStorylines: Scottie vs. Rory, LIV contenders and who could surprise | Who can compete with McIlroy and Scheffler? Can an under-the-radar player contend? We look at six storylines to watch this week at the PGA Championship. |
| Tier rankings: From Scottie and Rory to just happy to make the cutTier rankings: From Scottie and Rory to just happy to make the cut | Can Rory McIlroy win his second major of the year? Which LIV golfers can contend? We break down the field. |
| Will Marvin Harrison Jr. break out? Can Ladd McConkey be a No. 1? Key questions on 13 second-year NFL WRsWill Marvin Harrison Jr. break out? Can Ladd McConkey be a No. 1? Key questions on 13 second-year NFL WRs | We answered big questions about top receivers from the 2024 draft class, including Marvin Harrison Jr., Ladd McConkey and Malik Nabers. |
| 'Ain't nobody like Travis': Why Travis Hunter is ready to be the face of a franchise'Ain't nobody like Travis': Why Travis Hunter is ready to be the face of a franchise | The Jags plan to play Hunter on both offense and defense, and those who have coached him think he will thrive. |
| Who won the offseason? We look at every Power 4 teamWho won the offseason? We look at every Power 4 team | Nail the transfer portal? Miss a big recruit? Find a top coordinator job? All are part of a college team's offseason. |
| Impact freshmen and talented transfers: These teams have the best groups of newcomersImpact freshmen and talented transfers: These teams have the best groups of newcomers | Combining prep talent with great transfers is key in college football, and these teams did it best. |
| New NBA mock draft: With Flagg, Harper and Bailey slotted to teams, we project all 59 picksNew NBA mock draft: With Flagg, Harper and Bailey slotted to teams, we project all 59 picks | With the Mavericks winning the lottery and the right to draft Cooper Flagg, here's ESPN's updated two-round mock. |
| Who has the picks, players for a Giannis blockbuster? Tiering every teamWho has the picks, players for a Giannis blockbuster? Tiering every team | For the first time in his career, the two-time MVP is reportedly open to a trade. |
| USWNT celebrates 40 years with beautifully complementary kitsUSWNT celebrates 40 years with beautifully complementary kits | To celebrate 40 years of the U.S. women's national team, Nike has unveiled kits defined by stars and stripes. |
| Are Liverpool proof coaches don't matter? Or is Slot just better than Klopp?Are Liverpool proof coaches don't matter? Or is Slot just better than Klopp? | Liverpool were supposed to struggle once Jurgen Klopp left. Instead, Arne Slot won the Premier League. Do coaches just not matter? |
| If Flick can make Barcelona more boring, they'll become unstoppableIf Flick can make Barcelona more boring, they'll become unstoppable | Barcelona are the most entertaining team around, but less excitement could yield even more trophies. |
| Sources: Amorim to pay for staff to attend UEL finalSources: Amorim to pay for staff to attend UEL final | Amorim has paid for 30 of his Manchester United backroom staff to take their families to next week's Europa League final in Bilbao, Spain |
| Last-gasp goal puts Sunderland in promotion finalLast-gasp goal puts Sunderland in promotion final | Sunderland will face Sheffield United in the Championship playoff final after Daniel Ballard's header in the final seconds of extra time snatched a 1-1 home draw against Coventry City on Tuesday to secure a 3-2 aggregate victory. |
| Ex-Marshall star helps Sevilla in relegation battleEx-Marshall star helps Sevilla in relegation battle | Álvaro García Pascual, who last year was playing college soccer in the United States, gave Sevilla a 1-0 home win over Las Palmas and moved the traditional Spanish club on the verge of escaping relegation in the Spanish league on Tuesday. |
| Ancelotti on Madrid exit, Brazil deal: 'No drama'Ancelotti on Madrid exit, Brazil deal: 'No drama' | Carlo Ancelotti said there's "no need for drama" around his departure from Real Madrid, insisting he remains "totally focused" but admitting the team might need "fresh impetus" after confirming that he'll leave to take charge of Brazil. |
| Brazil recalls Marta, 39, despite 2024 retirementBrazil recalls Marta, 39, despite 2024 retirement | Brazil's all-time leading scorer Marta has been recalled to the squad for the first time since last year's Olympic final for a pair of friendlies against Japan, coach Arthur Elias announced on Tuesday when naming the 39-year-old. |
| USMNT to face Korea, Japan in Sept. friendliesUSMNT to face Korea, Japan in Sept. friendlies | The U.S. men's national team will take on South Korea and Japan in a pair of friendlies in September, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced on Tuesday. |
| Cristiano Ronaldo's son makes Portugal U15 debutCristiano Ronaldo's son makes Portugal U15 debut | Cristiano Ronaldo's eldest son, Cristiano Ronaldo Júnior, made his debut for Portugal under-15s on Tuesday in a 4-1 win against Japan. |
| 10 moves that shaped the WNBA offseason -- and what they mean for 202510 moves that shaped the WNBA offseason -- and what they mean for 2025 | Seven head coaching changes. Veterans on the move. Teams rebuilding. Here's a rundown of the key developments. |
| Ranking the top 25 WNBA playersRanking the top 25 WNBA players | How do A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart and Caitlin Clark stack up in our preseason rankings? |
| No school, no field ... and for some, no home: How the Palisades Dolphins rose from the ashesNo school, no field ... and for some, no home: How the Palisades Dolphins rose from the ashes | The California wildfires shook their lives. Now, as a chaotic -- but much-needed -- baseball season concludes, the future of their team is in doubt. |
| LSU reigns in latest ranking of recruiting classesLSU reigns in latest ranking of recruiting classes | With four top-40 recruits, the Tigers retain the top spot in the latest edition of our top 25. |
| MMA divisional rankings: Jack Della Maddalena not alone in making a move in top 10MMA divisional rankings: Jack Della Maddalena not alone in making a move in top 10 | Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond. |
| Stanley Cup playoff odds: Mikko Rantanen second in Conn Smythe oddsStanley Cup playoff odds: Mikko Rantanen second in Conn Smythe odds | Every playoff team's odds to win the 2025 Stanley Cup and favorites for the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP. |
| NBA playoff futures: Thunder move to odds-on championship favoriteNBA playoff futures: Thunder move to odds-on championship favorite | An updated listing of the odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP following Sunday's games. |
| Trends and shocking takeaways from the Stanley Cup playoffs' second roundTrends and shocking takeaways from the Stanley Cup playoffs' second round | As we approach the elimination games in Round 2, here are the major storylines -- and what comes next. |
| Andrew Painter and other prospects on the riseAndrew Painter and other prospects on the rise | All the prospects that fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as we reach the middle of May. |
| Transfer rumors, news: Man City eyeing move for ReijndersTransfer rumors, news: Man City eyeing move for Reijnders | Manchester City are reportedly keen on a move for AC Milan midfielder Tijjani Reijnders. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors. |
