| 2025 NBA Finals: Williams drops 40 to put Thunder one win away from title2025 NBA Finals: Williams drops 40 to put Thunder one win away from title | NBA insiders break down the Thunder's win over the Pacers and biggest takeaways from Game 5. |
| Williams drops 40 as OKC fends off Pacers in G5Williams drops 40 as OKC fends off Pacers in G5 | Jalen Williams had a career playoff-high 40 points as the Thunder fended off a late charge from the Pacers to pull within one win of the title. |
| Ohtani allows 1 run, 2 hits in 28-pitch inningOhtani allows 1 run, 2 hits in 28-pitch inning | Shohei Ohtani made his pitching debut from Dodger Stadium on Monday, giving up a run in his lone inning of work, then struck out in his first plate appearance as Los Angeles' DH, marking the first time he has pitched and hit in a game since Aug. 23, 2023. |
| Red Sox brass cite lack of 'alignment' with DeversRed Sox brass cite lack of 'alignment' with Devers | A day after trading All-Star slugger Rafael Devers to the Giants, Red Sox president Sam Kennedy told reporters on Monday night that Devers' refusal to change positions made it untenable for him to remain with the team. |
| Arkansas' Wood throws 1st MCWS no-no since '60Arkansas' Wood throws 1st MCWS no-no since '60 | Arkansas' Gage Wood pitched the third no-hitter in College World Series history and first in 65 years on Monday, striking out a record 19 Murray State batters in a 3-0 victory. |
| Source: Steelers extend S Elliott on 2-year dealSource: Steelers extend S Elliott on 2-year deal | The Pittsburgh Steelers and safety DeShon Elliott have agreed to a two-year, $12.5 million extension with $9.21 million guaranteed. |
| U.S. hockey names first 6 players for '26 OlympicsU.S. hockey names first 6 players for '26 Olympics | The U.S. named Matthew and Brady Tkachuk, Auston Matthews, Jack Eichel, Quinn Hughes and Charlie McAvoy as its first six players for the 2026 Olympics, avoiding goaltenders on the initial roster unveiled Monday. |
| Ex-Ohtani interpreter reports to federal prisonEx-Ohtani interpreter reports to federal prison | Ippei Mizuhara, the disgraced former interpreter for Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani, is in federal prison in Pennsylvania, a spokesperson for the Federal Bureau of Prisons told ESPN on Monday. |
| Fulmer's grandson commits to Vols' class of '27Fulmer's grandson commits to Vols' class of '27 | Linebacker prospect JP Peace, grandson of national champion head coach and former Vols athletic director Phillip Fulmer, announced his commitment to the Tennessee program on Monday. |
| 🏀 How Bane trade will impact NBA offseason🏀 How Bane trade will impact NBA offseason | Sunday's shocking deal has ramifications far beyond Orlando and Memphis -- including the Kevin Durant trade saga. |
| Inside Gage Wood's MCWS masterpieceInside Gage Wood's MCWS masterpiece | No hits, 119 pitches and one historic performance. Gage Wood was electric in his no-hitter for Arkansas. |
| The 7 MLB execs under the most pressure at the trade deadlineThe 7 MLB execs under the most pressure at the trade deadline | With the deadline on July 31, here are the front offices that could make or break their futures this trade season. |
| Grading the blockbuster stunner that sent Rafael Devers to the GiantsGrading the blockbuster stunner that sent Rafael Devers to the Giants | The Red Sox stunned the baseball world Sunday, trading their $313.5 million All-Star to San Francisco. |
| Eagles' Saquon Barkley changes offseason approach as he enters his 'prime'Eagles' Saquon Barkley changes offseason approach as he enters his 'prime' | Barkley enters Year 8 after one of the best seasons of all time for a running back in 2024. |
| NFC North roundtable: Who is the QB with the most to prove?NFC North roundtable: Who is the QB with the most to prove? | There's a new QB in Minnesota, new coach in Chicago and new OC in Detroit. What does it all mean? |
| How J.J. Spaun battled Oakmont, rain and bad breaks for a U.S. Open titleHow J.J. Spaun battled Oakmont, rain and bad breaks for a U.S. Open title | Oakmont was almost unplayable Sunday afternoon in the rain. But in the end, it was exactly what Spaun needed to become one of the unlikeliest U.S. Open champions. |
| Can Calvin Pickard backstop another Cup Final rally for the Oilers?Can Calvin Pickard backstop another Cup Final rally for the Oilers? | With everything on the line -- again -- all eyes are on the Edmonton crease for Tuesday's Game 6. |
| Panthers within one win of a Cup repeat: Grades for both teams, outlook for Game 6Panthers within one win of a Cup repeat: Grades for both teams, outlook for Game 6 | Florida leads Edmonton 3-2 heading home for the next game. Here's how it happened, and what to watch for. |
| How a bucket-list MCWS trip turned into reality for Arkansas' Bash BraddahsHow a bucket-list MCWS trip turned into reality for Arkansas' Bash Braddahs | For five months, the Aloys have been making noise in Arkansas. Now their talent and journey is on full display. |
| The Liberty won their first WNBA title last year; here's why they're even better nowThe Liberty won their first WNBA title last year; here's why they're even better now | Their perfect season ended Saturday, but the defending champs might be better than last year, with one notable weakness. |
| Liam Delap and Pedro Neto impress for Chelsea, but questions about Blues' forwards remainLiam Delap and Pedro Neto impress for Chelsea, but questions about Blues' forwards remain | Chelsea were ultimately too much for LAFC to handle in the teams' Club World Cup opener, but will they find similar success vs. stiffer competition? |
| Are Real Madrid ready to begin the Xabi Alonso era at the Club World Cup?Are Real Madrid ready to begin the Xabi Alonso era at the Club World Cup? | Xabi Alonso needs to hit the ground running at Real Madrid, with the Club World Cup starting just three weeks after he was hired as coach. |
| Bayern Munich's ruthless win in Club World Cup sets new FIFA recordBayern Munich's ruthless win in Club World Cup sets new FIFA record | Bayern Munich clobbered an amateur team in the Club World Cup. |
| Four guilty of hate crimes for Vinícius threatsFour guilty of hate crimes for Vinícius threats | Four people have been sentenced to between 14 and 22 months in prison for hate crimes and threats committed against Vinícius Júnior before a Copa del Rey tie between Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid in January 2023. |
| 'It's impossible': Hot temps worry CWC players'It's impossible': Hot temps worry CWC players | Players and coaches competing at the Club World Cup have expressed concerns about the hot and humid conditions during the tournament. |
| USMNT ends skid, nets 5 in Gold Cup opening winUSMNT ends skid, nets 5 in Gold Cup opening win | Malik Tillman scored twice as the United States built a three-goal, first-half lead and ended a four-game losing streak by routing Trinidad and Tobago 5-0 on Sunday in a Concacaf Gold Cup opener. |
| Reijnders: Pressure is on to win trophies at CityReijnders: Pressure is on to win trophies at City | Tijjani Reijnders has said he is already feeling the pressure to win trophies following his move from AC Milan. |
| Lloris: Spurs must build on Europa League winLloris: Spurs must build on Europa League win | Hugo Lloris believes his former club Tottenham have lifted a weight off their shoulders after winning the Europa League, and must build on from it. |
| Delap challenged to earn No. 9 after Chelsea moveDelap challenged to earn No. 9 after Chelsea move | Enzo Maresca believes Liam Delap has the potential to become England's main striker, but warned the 22-year-old he faces a fight to get into the Chelsea line-up first. |
| Sevilla hire ex-Quakes coach Almeyda as managerSevilla hire ex-Quakes coach Almeyda as manager | Sevilla have appointed Argentine Matias Almeyda as manager, the LaLiga club said on Monday, with their former player signing a three-year contract at the side which battled relegation last season. |
| Source: Bale joins group eyeing Plymouth saleSource: Bale joins group eyeing Plymouth sale | Former Real Madrid winger and Wales international Gareth Bale is involved with a United States private equity company discussing a potential takeover at Plymouth Argyle, a source has told ESPN. |
| USMNT eases pressure with big win to open Gold Cup, but tougher tests aheadUSMNT eases pressure with big win to open Gold Cup, but tougher tests ahead | Sunday's big win should relieve some pressure on a U.S. team that's been struggling for form and harmony of late. However, it's clear bigger tests are ahead at this Gold Cup and beyond. |
| Malik Tillman shines as USMNT secures a much-needed winMalik Tillman shines as USMNT secures a much-needed win | Tillman was the USMNT's best player as Mauricio Pochettino’s team bounced back from a rough week. |
| MLB reveals uniforms for 2025 All-Star Game, Home Run DerbyMLB reveals uniforms for 2025 All-Star Game, Home Run Derby | The special threads will be worn during Gatorade Workout Day and the Derby the day before the All-Star Game. |
| Texas State, cryptic posts and the Pac-12's next moveTexas State, cryptic posts and the Pac-12's next move | Texas State looms as the favorite to join the Pac-12. Why could that happen? What would come next? And what about Memphis? |
| Don't be surprised if ... these 19 things happen in 2025Don't be surprised if ... these 19 things happen in 2025 | In fantasy, you don't draft last year's stats, which is why it's important to be forward-thinking. Eric Karabell offers his thoughts on players who could delight or disappoint in 2025. |
| Shohei Ohtani to get back on the mound, Giancarlo Stanton returns this weekShohei Ohtani to get back on the mound, Giancarlo Stanton returns this week | All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news. |
| Waiver wire: Reshape your rotation with these high-strikeout pitchersWaiver wire: Reshape your rotation with these high-strikeout pitchers | Tristan H. Cockcroft outlines who should be claimed off the waiver wire. |
| McLaren's Montreal miscues give F1 rivals hope for rest of 2025McLaren's Montreal miscues give F1 rivals hope for rest of 2025 | Sunday's Canadian GP was the first podium in 2025 that didn't feature a McLaren. Is the tide about to turn on F1's runaway leader? |
| Jones-Aspinall: A timeline of MMA's heavyweight melodramaJones-Aspinall: A timeline of MMA's heavyweight melodrama | All the talk, social media posts, fakeouts and speculation over whether Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall will ever fight. |
| What the Pacers and Thunder are wearing for each NBA Finals gameWhat the Pacers and Thunder are wearing for each NBA Finals game | A look at Indiana's and Oklahoma City's uniform schedules for Games 1 through 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals. |
| The NBA draft's best at 20 different traits, skills: Where Flagg, Bailey and Fears stand outThe NBA draft's best at 20 different traits, skills: Where Flagg, Bailey and Fears stand out | Best clutch player? Top on-ball defender? Elite court vision? We hand out superlatives for this year's class. |
| Kiah Stokes, Nyara Sabally on the riseKiah Stokes, Nyara Sabally on the rise | Nyara Sabally and Kiah Stokes could be on the rise in fantasy leagues with increased opportunity ahead in the wake of injuries. |
| MLS: Philly win to keep pressure on Vancouver at the topMLS: Philly win to keep pressure on Vancouver at the top | Despite the Gold Cup and Club World Cup causing havoc, Philadelphia Union are eying top spot in ESPN's MLS Power Rankings. |
| NWSL: Can anyone stop Kansas City?NWSL: Can anyone stop Kansas City? | When the Current are firing on all cylinders, there's no stopping them. That and more in our latest rankings. |
| Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea keeping tabs on Lyon's FofanaTransfer rumors, news: Chelsea keeping tabs on Lyon's Fofana | Chelsea will reportedly look to sign Lyon's Malick Fofana. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors. |
| Debunking the 'Man United tax' mythDebunking the 'Man United tax' myth | Transfer chiefs have complained for years, but it's on the club to stop paying over the odds for players. |
| An 11-year NBA veteran and the emergency transplant that saved his lifeAn 11-year NBA veteran and the emergency transplant that saved his life | Sixteen months ago, Scot Pollard was in active heart failure, about to die. Then came a lifesaving transplant, uniting two families -- and two fathers -- forever. Watch E60's "Heart of Pearl" at 1 p.m. ET on ESPN. |
