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Thunder take Game 7, cap historic season with titleThunder take Game 7, cap historic season with titleOKC finished a historic regular season by becoming the second-youngest champion in NBA history.
SGA named MVP, but it was 'a win for everyone'SGA named MVP, but it was 'a win for everyone'Oklahoma City star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander put the finishing touches on one of the most impressive individual seasons in NBA history by hoisting the Bill Russell Trophy awarded to the Finals MVP, following the Thunder's convincing win in Game 7 on Sunday.
Pacers lose Haliburton to Achilles injury in Game 7Pacers lose Haliburton to Achilles injury in Game 7Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton was helped off the court in the first quarter of Game 7 with what his father told ESPN is an Achilles injury.
Sources: Durant to Rockets in blockbuster tradeSources: Durant to Rockets in blockbuster tradeThe Suns have agreed to trade Kevin Durant to the Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in this year's draft and five second-round picks, sources told ESPN.
LSU chases Coastal, wins 2nd MCWS in 3 yearsLSU chases Coastal, wins 2nd MCWS in 3 yearsLSU knocked previously unbeaten Coastal Carolina ace Jacob Morrison out of the game with a four-run fourth inning, and the Tigers won their second national championship in three years Sunday with a 5-3 victory in the Men's College World Series finals.
Brady wins inaugural Fanatics Games, $1M prizeBrady wins inaugural Fanatics Games, $1M prizeTom Brady emerged Sunday as the winner of the inaugural Fanatics Games, which pitted athletes and celebrities against fans in eight competitions this weekend at Fanatics Fest in New York.
Poch awed by U.S. leader Tillman: 'What a player'Poch awed by U.S. leader Tillman: 'What a player'United States manager Mauricio Pochettino said he was pleased to see his team deliver a "professional performance" in defeating Haiti 2-1 in the Concacaf Gold Cup.
M. Lee wins Women's PGA for third major crownM. Lee wins Women's PGA for third major crownMinjee Lee closed with a 2-over 74 but never gave up the lead Sunday in the final round of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship to win her third major title.
Lukas in hospital, won't return to training horsesLukas in hospital, won't return to training horsesHall of Famer D. Wayne Lukas, 89, has been hospitalized and won't return to training horses. His horses have been transferred to assistant Sebastian "Bas" Nicholl.
📈 Final NBA draft big board: Top 100 prospects📈 Final NBA draft big board: Top 100 prospectsWho made big jumps in the top 10? Where do the Duke, Rutgers players rank? Here's our final top 100 big board.
Grading the deal: Houston goes all-in, but did Phoenix get enough?Grading the deal: Houston goes all-in, but did Phoenix get enough?The Suns and Rockets have agreed to a deal that lands Kevin Durant in Houston. Which side won the trade?
Way-Too-Early Power Rankings for 2025-26: A dynasty coming in OKC?Way-Too-Early Power Rankings for 2025-26: A dynasty coming in OKC?Let's see where all 30 teams stand in the NBA Power Rankings ahead of the 2025-26 season.
LSU's latest MCWS title makes the Tigers college baseball's best of all timeLSU's latest MCWS title makes the Tigers college baseball's best of all timeWith LSU winning all of its eight titles since 1991, the Tigers are college baseball's best program.
USMNT completes 'perfect' group stage that was anything butUSMNT completes 'perfect' group stage that was anything butMauricio Pochettino's USMNT made it three-for-three in the Gold Cup group stage, but there is clearly plenty still to work on for the Americans.
Club World Cup updates: Echeverri shows he can shine for CityClub World Cup updates: Echeverri shows he can shine for CityClaudio Echeverri's 45-minute cameo has given Pep Guardiola plenty to think about, while Xabi Alonso got his first win as Real Madrid coach. Here's what you need to know from Sunday's Club World Cup action.
First-week takeaways: Uneven attendance, sweltering heatFirst-week takeaways: Uneven attendance, sweltering heatESPN's writers share their takeaways from the first week of the tournament.
Draft trades: Five deals that would shake up the first roundDraft trades: Five deals that would shake up the first roundThere is plenty of time to swing a deal before Wednesday's first round.
From crowd-surfing with the Stanley Cup to Dairy Queen: Inside Brad Marchand's post-title tourFrom crowd-surfing with the Stanley Cup to Dairy Queen: Inside Brad Marchand's post-title tourThe Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup win caused for an eventful wave of celebration from the center.
Ranking the Premier League's £100m transfers after WirtzRanking the Premier League's £100m transfers after WirtzThe Premier League has now had five transfers over £100m. How have the previous four turned out?
'He can do anything': Why Liverpool spent big to sign Wirtz'He can do anything': Why Liverpool spent big to sign WirtzLiverpool have broken their transfer record to sign Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for an initial £100m.
Source: Pogba to join Monaco on two-year dealSource: Pogba to join Monaco on two-year dealFormer Manchester United and Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba will sign for Ligue 1 side AS Monaco, a source told ESPN.
Pep: Some City players will be 'sad' if they stayPep: Some City players will be 'sad' if they stayPep Guardiola has suggested he will slim down his Manchester City squad before the end of the transfer window to avoid having "sad" players next season.
Yildiz brace gives Juventus win over Wydad ACYildiz brace gives Juventus win over Wydad ACKenan Yildiz scored two goals to help Juventus to a 4-1 victory over Wydad AC on Sunday in their Group G match in Philadelphia.
Stones opens up on Man City injury nightmareStones opens up on Man City injury nightmareJohn Stones has admitted to going through "dark days" during his injury nightmare last season but now fit again he says he's ready to fight for his place at Manchester City.
Three dead, 70 injured in Algeria stadium fallThree dead, 70 injured in Algeria stadium fallThree spectators died and more than 70 others were injured after falling from the upper stand of a stadium following MC Alger's Algerian top-flight title win.
Deco: Williams shows 'strong desire' to join BarçaDeco: Williams shows 'strong desire' to join BarçaBarcelona sporting director Deco has said that Spain winger Nico Williams is "showing a strong desire" to make the move to the Camp Nou.
Cazorla helps Oviedo end 24-year LaLiga absenceCazorla helps Oviedo end 24-year LaLiga absenceReal Oviedo sealed their return to LaLiga after 24 years with a 3-2 aggregate victory over Mirandes in Saturday's promotion play-off.
Rashford: Hope to play alongside Yamal one dayRashford: Hope to play alongside Yamal one dayMarcus Rashford has revealed his desire to play in the same team as Lamine Yamal in the future.
What gives MLB's best teams their edge? Every current playoff contender's biggest strengthWhat gives MLB's best teams their edge? Every current playoff contender's biggest strengthFor clubs currently leading the postseason hunt, here's the one thing most driving their success so far.
Passan: How the Red Sox 'absolutely botched' the Devers divorcePassan: How the Red Sox 'absolutely botched' the Devers divorceAs Devers prepares to play against his former team, a look inside the clubhouse culture that helped cause the divorce.
Rankings of MLB starters, relievers and their arsenal of pitches over the past three seasonsRankings of MLB starters, relievers and their arsenal of pitches over the past three seasonsA stat rooted in Game Theory reveals who's maximizing their arsenals, and who's leaving outs on the table.
'Awesome feeling': Chase Briscoe edges Denny Hamlin at Pocono'Awesome feeling': Chase Briscoe edges Denny Hamlin at PoconoChase Briscoe, driving the No. 19 Toyota, returned to victory lane on Sunday at Pocono Raceway, conserving fuel down the stretch to hold off Joe Gibbs Racing teammate Denny Hamlin for his first win with his new race team, and his first overall since 2024.
Three trades to help Boston avoid its impending financial crunchThree trades to help Boston avoid its impending financial crunchThe Celtics face an offseason of uncertainty. Here are their options ahead of the draft, including three big trades.
Five storylines, 12 players and one defining NBA offseason coming upFive storylines, 12 players and one defining NBA offseason coming upHere are the biggest stories this offseason. And how they resolve could dramatically impact next season.
'The Lakers can finally be run like a real business': Leaguewide reaction to the stunning sale'The Lakers can finally be run like a real business': Leaguewide reaction to the stunning saleThe Lakers have spent decades lagging behind other NBA teams in ways known -- and not. This sale presents a massive opportunity for them to catch up -- and expedite their chase for title No. 18.
At Jackie Robinson's high school, a fire-ravaged city rebuildsAt Jackie Robinson's high school, a fire-ravaged city rebuildsAfter 1 in 4 students lost their homes or were displaced by the Eaton fire, their school held them together.
Okamoto: Jon Jones' MMA résumé isn't ruined by not fighting Tom AspinallOkamoto: Jon Jones' MMA résumé isn't ruined by not fighting Tom AspinallNo, the last chapter of Jon Jones' UFC career doesn't negate his legacy, yet it does add a "but" to the end.
Who are the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class? We picked the top five at every positionWho are the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class? We picked the top five at every positionMatt Miller and Jordan Reid stack their early top-fives at every position and break down the players they'll be watching during the 2025 season.
Barnwell picks the NFL's top luxuries: The best players at 11 specialized rolesBarnwell picks the NFL's top luxuries: The best players at 11 specialized rolesGadget player, slot cornerback, swing tackle, backup quarterback -- these players are the best at their very specific roles.
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal balk at Sesko's wage demandsTransfer rumors, news: Arsenal balk at Sesko's wage demandsBenjamin Sesko's wage demands have reportedly sent Arsenal back to the drawing board. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Transfer window weekly: Napoli chase Núñez; Chelsea eye Joâo PedroTransfer window weekly: Napoli chase Núñez; Chelsea eye Joâo PedroWhat are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done? Get the latest every Friday.
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