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2025 NBA Finals: SGA leads Thunder to Game 2 bounce-back2025 NBA Finals: SGA leads Thunder to Game 2 bounce-backNBA insiders break down OKC's win and biggest takeaways from Game 2 of the 2025 Finals.
SGA's MVP performance lifts OKC to Game 2 winSGA's MVP performance lifts OKC to Game 2 winShai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points in a decisive Game 2 victory, bringing his total over his first two Finals games to an NBA-record 72 points.
Judge homers off Red Sox rookie after jab at YanksJudge homers off Red Sox rookie after jab at YanksAaron Judge hit one of his two home runs Sunday night off Red Sox rookie Hunter Dobbins, whose recent comment that he'd rather retire than play for New York made waves. As Judge said, "I've only heard Ken Griffey say that, so I was a little surprised."
Alcaraz rallies in French thriller: 'Just believed'Alcaraz rallies in French thriller: 'Just believed'Carlos Alcaraz came back from two sets down and saved three match points to beat Jannik Sinner on Sunday and retain the French Open title.
Sources: RB Chubb expected to sign with TexansSources: RB Chubb expected to sign with TexansFour-time Pro Bowl running back Nick Chubb is expected to sign a one-year deal with the Texans on Monday, sources told ESPN.
Sky's Vandersloot out for season with ACL tearSky's Vandersloot out for season with ACL tearVeteran Sky point guard Courtney Vandersloot will miss the rest of the 2025 season after tearing her right ACL, the team announced Sunday.
Rays' Franco charged with gun possession in D.R.Rays' Franco charged with gun possession in D.R.Rays shortstop Wander Franco, who's on trial on charges that include sexual abuse of a minor, was charged Sunday with illegal possession of a handgun.
Skenes pitches another gem, again without winSkenes pitches another gem, again without winPaul Skenes pitched another gem but again walked away without a win. This time, the Pirates ace didn't mind as Pittsburgh was able to pull away.
Tearful Ronaldo says 'duty done' after 2nd NL winTearful Ronaldo says 'duty done' after 2nd NL winPortugal skipper Cristiano Ronaldo shed tears of joy as they won their second Nations League title on Sunday, insisting that winning trophies with his country beats all club honors.
💰 $2.8B settlement lets colleges pay athletes💰 $2.8B settlement lets colleges pay athletesSchools are now free to begin paying their athletes directly, marking the dawn of a new era in college sports brought about by a multibillion-dollar legal settlement that was formally approved Friday.
The Big Two? This Alcaraz-Sinner rivalry is epicThe Big Two? This Alcaraz-Sinner rivalry is epicJannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have combined to win the past six Grand Slams.
Stanley Cup Final odds: Panthers favored to win series after Game 2 winStanley Cup Final odds: Panthers favored to win series after Game 2 winTop ways to bet the series and props for the Stanley Cup Final between the Florida Panthers and Edmonton Oilers.
Portugal's impressive Nations League win over Spain outshines Ronaldo vs. YamalPortugal's impressive Nations League win over Spain outshines Ronaldo vs. YamalRonaldo vs. Yamal was the story heading into Sunday's UEFA Nations League final, but Portugal's collective quality won the day -- and the headlines -- over Spain's impressive young talent.
Turkey loss gives Poch, USMNT more questions than answersTurkey loss gives Poch, USMNT more questions than answersIn its first pre-Gold Cup tuneup, the short-handed USMNT looked no closer to fixing its uninspired play.
Spectator dies at Nations League final after fallSpectator dies at Nations League final after fallUEFA has confirmed the death of a spectator during Portugal's Nations League final win against Spain in Munich on Sunday.
Portugal's Mendes: I 'cancelled out' Yamal in finalPortugal's Mendes: I 'cancelled out' Yamal in finalNuno Mendes backed Paris Saint-Germain teammate Ousmane Dembélé for this year's Ballon d'Or after saying he "cancelled out" Lamine Yamal during Portugal's UEFA Nations League final win against Spain.
MLS, players still at odds on CWC compensationMLS, players still at odds on CWC compensationThe discussions between MLS and the MLS Players Association over the Club World Cup prize money and player compensation remain ongoing, with the two sides failing to agree so far on terms in a newly revised section of the CBA.
Lewandowski boycotting Poland after captain snubLewandowski boycotting Poland after captain snubBarcelona striker Robert Lewandowski has announced he will not play for the Poland national team for as long as coach Michał Probierz remains in charge.
Sacked Spalletti will still coach Italy on MondaySacked Spalletti will still coach Italy on MondayLuciano Spalletti has been sacked from his role as Italy's coach, the manager said Sunday, following their heavy loss against Norway.
Mbappe, Olise earn France third in Nations LeagueMbappe, Olise earn France third in Nations LeagueGoals from captain Kylian Mbappe and Michael Olise earned France a 2-0 victory over Germany in Stuttgart on Sunday, and a third place finish in this season's UEFA Nations League.
Sources: Ramsey set for shock move to MexicoSources: Ramsey set for shock move to MexicoFormer Arsenal and Juventus midfielder Aaron Ramsey is set to complete a shock transfer to Mexican side Pumas UNAM, sources have told ESPN.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's John Lennon shirt headlines NBA Finals Game 2 fitsShai Gilgeous-Alexander's John Lennon shirt headlines NBA Finals Game 2 fitsThe Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder showed off the drip before Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals.
'That's the Thundor dream': How one superfan contributes to OKC's 'free throw defense''That's the Thundor dream': How one superfan contributes to OKC's 'free throw defense'Garrett Haviland, also known as "Thundor," is at the forefront of what fans in OKC call "free throw defense."
Denny Hamlin, awaiting son's birth, wins at MichiganDenny Hamlin, awaiting son's birth, wins at MichiganDenny Hamlin wins at Michigan for third NASCAR Cup race this season
NCAA athlete pay: Here's what's nextNCAA athlete pay: Here's what's nextSchools will begin directly paying their athletes in less than a month, thanks to a legal settlement that was officially approved in federal court Friday. However, the situation is far from settled.
How the spoils will get divided from NCAA settlementHow the spoils will get divided from NCAA settlementAthletic directors are on the front lines of implementation and will have to make this work.
Jennifer Kupcho ends nearly three-year LPGA winless droughtJennifer Kupcho ends nearly three-year LPGA winless droughtJennifer Kupcho closed with an 8-foot birdie putt in light rain to hold off Ilhee Lee on Sunday in the ShopRite LPGA Classic, ending a drought of nearly three years without winning.
Joaquin Niemann takes LIV Golf Virginia for fourth win in 2025Joaquin Niemann takes LIV Golf Virginia for fourth win in 2025Joaquin Niemann of Chile won LIV Golf Virginia on Sunday for his fourth victory in the Saudi-funded tour's first eight events of the season.
GOAT debate revived? Dvalishvili taps out O'MalleyGOAT debate revived? Dvalishvili taps out O'MalleyMerab Dvalishvili and Kayla Harrison proved they mean to challenge for greatness.
With French Open title, Coco Gauff's time is nowWith French Open title, Coco Gauff's time is nowAfter all of the early hype, Coco Gauff is coming into her own -- and she's still only 21.
Phillies plan for lineup without HarperPhillies plan for lineup without HarperAll of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Let's match top NBA draft prospects to pro players: Our 14 best comps in the 2025 classLet's match top NBA draft prospects to pro players: Our 14 best comps in the 2025 classESPN's Jeremy Woo shares high- and low-end comparisons for projected lottery picks, including Cooper Flagg.
Meet the QBs in the 2026 NFL draft class: Strengths, weaknesses for 22 intriguing prospectsMeet the QBs in the 2026 NFL draft class: Strengths, weaknesses for 22 intriguing prospectsWill Cade Klubnik, LaNorris Sellers or Drew Allar be QB1 in next year's draft? And who are the other names to know in the class?
Pro softball is on deck! What to know about the inaugural AUSL seasonPro softball is on deck! What to know about the inaugural AUSL seasonThe league will feature four teams and a touring model that will serve as a "tryout" for prospective home cities next season.
Will USL's move to pro-rel change U.S. soccer, threaten MLS?Will USL's move to pro-rel change U.S. soccer, threaten MLS?USL's introduction of promotion-relegation could change U.S. soccer forever, but it's still unclear how it will work.
Transfer rumors, news: Man United reignite interest in Barça's Ter StegenTransfer rumors, news: Man United reignite interest in Barça's Ter StegenManchester United are eyeing a move for goalkeeper Marc-André ter Stegen. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Can Man United resolve Sancho, Rashford, Antony, Garnacho transfer stress?Can Man United resolve Sancho, Rashford, Antony, Garnacho transfer stress?As Man United try to rebuild, getting the wrong players out matters as much as getting the right ones in.
2025 Mountain West Conference preview: Can Boise State do it again?2025 Mountain West Conference preview: Can Boise State do it again?The Broncos, the Group of 5 standard-bearer, reached the CFP. They might be MWC favorites, but others in the league made big moves.
To succeed at Western Kentucky, Tyson Helton seeks gunslingersTo succeed at Western Kentucky, Tyson Helton seeks gunslingersThe coach knows he'll lose players to power conference programs. He's finding ways to win anyway.
Chaos at Money in the Bank: Highlights from John Cena's farewell tourChaos at Money in the Bank: Highlights from John Cena's farewell tourHere are the best moments from John Cena's "The Last Time is Now" farewell tour, which kicked off at Intuit Dome on Jan. 6.
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