| NBA conference finals takeaways: Thunder dominate Wolves in Game 5NBA conference finals takeaways: Thunder dominate Wolves in Game 5 | Here's what has stood out as OKC closed out Minnesota for trip to NBA Finals. |
| Thunder steamroll into first NBA Finals since '12Thunder steamroll into first NBA Finals since '12 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 34 points, and the Thunder finished off the Wolves with a 124-94 win in Game 5 on Wednesday night to advance to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012. |
| Panthers finish off Canes, return to Cup FinalPanthers finish off Canes, return to Cup Final | Carter Verhaeghe broke a tie off a feed from Aleksander Barkov with 7:39 left and the defending champion Panthers advanced to their third straight Stanley Cup Final, beating the Hurricanes 5-3 on Wednesday night in Game 5. |
| Williams makes it clear he wanted to be a BearWilliams makes it clear he wanted to be a Bear | Bears quarterback Caleb Williams on Wednesday defended his commitment to the organization that drafted him with the No. 1 pick in 2024. |
| Vrabel stresses decision-making amid Diggs videoVrabel stresses decision-making amid Diggs video | The Patriots are aware of the video in which Stefon Diggs flashed an unidentified pink substance while surrounded by three women on a boat, coach Mike Vrabel said Wednesday. |
| Messi, Suárez score 2 each in lopsided Miami winMessi, Suárez score 2 each in lopsided Miami win | Luis Suárez and Lionel Messi each finished with two goals and an assist to lead host Inter Miami to a 4-2 victory over CF Montreal on Wednesday night in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. |
| Texas' Miller: No COVID year to hurt veteran depthTexas' Miller: No COVID year to hurt veteran depth | Texas coach Sean Miller said the lower number of players with an extra year of eligibility from the COVID-19 eligibility rules will hurt college basketball next season. |
| Harbaugh: Cutting Tucker was 'complex' decisionHarbaugh: Cutting Tucker was 'complex' decision | Ravens coach John Harbaugh says the release of Justin Tucker was a "complex decision-making process" that included himself, owner Steve Bisciotti, team president Sashi Brown and general manager Eric DeCosta. |
| Tearful Wayne urges Colts WRs to learn about IrsayTearful Wayne urges Colts WRs to learn about Irsay | Former Colts star and current receivers coach Reggie Wayne was among those who reflected on the death of Indianapolis owner Jim Irsay as the team returned to practice Wednesday. |
| 📷 Trends from OKC's last WCF title📷 Trends from OKC's last WCF title | The Oklahoma City Thunder are headed back to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012. |
| Panthers move on to Cup Final: Grades, takeaways for both teamsPanthers move on to Cup Final: Grades, takeaways for both teams | Though the Canes mounted a strong challenge, the Panthers are Eastern Conference champs again. |
| The 2025 NFL season FPI projections are out: Eagles at No. 1, Saints at No. 32 in our debut ratingsThe 2025 NFL season FPI projections are out: Eagles at No. 1, Saints at No. 32 in our debut ratings | ESPN's Football Power Index ratings are live. Let's predict the 2025 season, including playoff chances for 32 teams and potential draft order. |
| The five most astounding stats behind the 100-game stretch when the Tigers have ruled MLBThe five most astounding stats behind the 100-game stretch when the Tigers have ruled MLB | Detroit has been the best team in baseball since Aug. 11 of last season. Here's a breakdown of how it has done it. |
| 'The greatest to ever do it': How Patty Gasso built a superpower at Oklahoma'The greatest to ever do it': How Patty Gasso built a superpower at Oklahoma | Former players, coaches on how Oklahoma softball coach Patty Gasso became the sport's greatest coach. |
| Previewing the WCWS: Strengths, (relative) weaknesses for every teamPreviewing the WCWS: Strengths, (relative) weaknesses for every team | Bill Connelly breaks down all eight finalists ahead of the Women's College World Series. |
| Storylines: Can Nelly Korda get back in the winner's circle? How will Erin Hills play?Storylines: Can Nelly Korda get back in the winner's circle? How will Erin Hills play? | The 80th U.S. Women's Open figures to be a tough test at Erin Hills Club. We break down some of the biggest things to watch ahead of the LPGA's second major of the year. |
| Chelsea didn't spend £1 billion to win the Conference League, but it's a startChelsea didn't spend £1 billion to win the Conference League, but it's a start | The mere fact they were in the UECL is a reflection of the mistakes made to this point, but Chelsea's triumph on Wednesday can be the foundation for a far brighter future. |
| 28 arrested as Chelsea, Betis fans clash in Poland28 arrested as Chelsea, Betis fans clash in Poland | Police said they arrested 28 people after fans of Chelsea and Real Betis clashed several times ahead of Wednesday's Conference League final. |
| USMNT's Antonee Robinson has knee surgeryUSMNT's Antonee Robinson has knee surgery | Fulham defender Antonee Robinson has undergone successful knee surgery, the club have confirmed. |
| Man Utd booed off after friendly loss in MalaysiaMan Utd booed off after friendly loss in Malaysia | Manchester United were booed by fans at the final whistle after losing 1-0 in Malaysia against ASEAN All-Stars on Friday. |
| Police given more time to question parade suspectPolice given more time to question parade suspect | Merseyside Police have been granted more time to question the suspect who allegedly drove into a crowd of Liverpool fans. |
| Dress to impress: Inter to wear gold for UCL finalDress to impress: Inter to wear gold for UCL final | Inter Milan will dress for the occasion by wearing their third, golden yellow kit in Saturday's Champions League final when they face Paris Saint-Germain in Munich. |
| Sources: Man United trigger Cunha release clauseSources: Man United trigger Cunha release clause | Wolverhampton Wanderers have given Manchester United permission to conclude a deal for Matheus Cunha, sources told ESPN. |
| Henry: Arsenal have underachieved under ArtetaHenry: Arsenal have underachieved under Arteta | Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has said he believes the club should have won a trophy under Mikel Arteta. |
| Sources: Zubimendi set for Arsenal medicalSources: Zubimendi set for Arsenal medical | Martín Zubimendi is set to have a medical before completing his transfer from Real Sociedad to Arsenal, sources have told ESPN. |
| Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase making history in the WNBAValkyries coach Natalie Nakase making history in the WNBA | Former Clippers assistant Natalie Nakase helped the Aces win two WNBA titles. Now she's in her first season as the head coach of the Valkyries. |
| Power Rankings: Storm surge while Fever fall in latest editionPower Rankings: Storm surge while Fever fall in latest edition | Losses drop the Fever while Seattle's three-win streak bumps up the Storm. |
| Emerging Valkyries pickups to streamEmerging Valkyries pickups to stream | Veronica Burton and Kayla Thornton highlight some of the top fantasy women's basketball streamers for the week of May 26. |
| MAC preview: Ohio will need to fend off Toledo, Buffalo as it looks for repeatMAC preview: Ohio will need to fend off Toledo, Buffalo as it looks for repeat | Bill Connelly begins his conference previews with the MAC, which still has some high-level talent despite portal losses. |
| Road to the MCWS: NCAA baseball tournament schedule, resultsRoad to the MCWS: NCAA baseball tournament schedule, results | How to watch, schedule updates and scores from the 2025 NCAA baseball tournament. |
| 2025 MLB mock draft 1.0: High school slugger or college ace at No. 1?2025 MLB mock draft 1.0: High school slugger or college ace at No. 1? | Starting with a wide-open top of the board, here's how the first round of this July's draft could play out. |
| NHL free agency big board: Where does Marner land? Who are the other top options?NHL free agency big board: Where does Marner land? Who are the other top options? | From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who is available on July 1. |
| Free agency and draft plans for Hurricanes, every other eliminated teamFree agency and draft plans for Hurricanes, every other eliminated team | We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2025-26 outlook. |
| NBA playoff futures: Thunder big favorites to take title, Pacers move upNBA playoff futures: Thunder big favorites to take title, Pacers move up | With the conference finals underway, here are the updated odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP. |
| NBA draft player survey: Who's the most underrated prospect in this class?NBA draft player survey: Who's the most underrated prospect in this class? | Auburn's Tahaad Pettiford garnered the most votes while others vouched for their college teammates. |
| Transfer window preview: What do Europe's big clubs need?Transfer window preview: What do Europe's big clubs need? | The first transfer window is set to open across Europe on June 1, so what are the top clubs planning? Who comes in? Who will go? |
| Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool join race for €100 million EkitikeTransfer rumors, news: Liverpool join race for €100 million Ekitike | The race to acquire Hugo Ekitike has begun, with Liverpool and Chelsea set to fight for his signature. |
| The story of Arsenal's season: Did not signing a striker cost them the title?The story of Arsenal's season: Did not signing a striker cost them the title? | A season that began with great optimism ended with Arsenal taking one step back in the Premier League but also a leap forward in the Champions League. |
| The unlimited potential of Brazilian prodigy Joao FonsecaThe unlimited potential of Brazilian prodigy Joao Fonseca | Joao Fonseca has drawn passionate crowds and defeated big names like Hubert Hurkacz. Is he the next tennis superstar? |
| Is this the last time we'll see line judges at a Grand Slam?Is this the last time we'll see line judges at a Grand Slam? | The French Open is the last of the majors to use human line judges -- and it's been a topic of debate in Paris. |
| Norris' win in Monaco has reset F1, McLaren title fightNorris' win in Monaco has reset F1, McLaren title fight | Preseason title favorite Lando Norris was losing steam to teammate Oscar Piastri. That's no longer the case. |
| Grading how every SEC team performed in 2024-25Grading how every SEC team performed in 2024-25 | With a record 14 NCAA tournament bids, it's no surprise the SEC earned the most A's among power conferences. |
| All you need to know about the newest season of 'The Ultimate Fighter'All you need to know about the newest season of 'The Ultimate Fighter' | Here's everything you need to know about Season 33 of TUF. From how to watch, the coaches involved and the fighters competing for a UFC contract. |
| Finding the next hidden breakout acesFinding the next hidden breakout aces | Tristan H. Cockcroft tries to figure out how to identify pitchers who might become the next big thing. |
