Recent Sports News and Updates

Man who killed Will Smith gets 25-year sentenceMan who killed Will Smith gets 25-year sentenceThe man who fatally shot retired Saints star Will Smith after a 2016 car crash has received a 25-year prison sentence following his conviction on a manslaughter charge.
Bush 'never cheated,' won't drop suit vs. NCAABush 'never cheated,' won't drop suit vs. NCAA
Happy to have his Heisman Trophy back, Reggie Bush is still upset at being "labeled a cheater" and plans to continue with his defamation lawsuit vs. the NCAA.
Woods' son takes shot at Open qualifier, cards 81Woods' son takes shot at Open qualifier, cards 81
Charlie Woods wasn't successful in his first attempt to qualify for the U.S. Open, shooting a 9-over 81 in a local qualifier in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
Seton Hall star Richmond enters transfer portalSeton Hall star Richmond enters transfer portal
First-team All-Big East guard Kadary Richmond entered the portal Thursday afternoon, potentially becoming the best player available.
Slot: I want to coach Liverpool; clubs negotiatingSlot: I want to coach Liverpool; clubs negotiating
Feyenoord manager Arne Slot said he wanted to become the next coach at Liverpool and that the two clubs "are in negotiations" ahead of his team's Eredivisie match against Go Ahead Eagles on Thursday.
Miami freshman guard George entering NBA draftMiami freshman guard George entering NBA draft
Miami freshman Kyshawn George, the No. 24 prospect according to ESPN, is preparing to enter the NBA draft.
Bucks' Middleton (ankle) questionable for Game 3Bucks' Middleton (ankle) questionable for Game 3
Bucks forward Khris Middleton's is questionable for Game 3 of the Eastern Conference first-round playoff series with the Indiana Pacers after he hurt his ankle in the last game and didn't practice Thursday.
QB Rashada heading to Georgia for 2024 seasonQB Rashada heading to Georgia for 2024 season
Quarterback Jaden Rashada will join the Bulldogs after appearing in three games for the Sun Devils last season.
Is Embiid right about a 76ers comeback? Five reasons for optimism in PhillyIs Embiid right about a 76ers comeback? Five reasons for optimism in Philly
Joel Embiid is hobbled by a balky left knee and Philly's role players aren't scoring. But are the 76ers actually ... fine?
Why the Cavaliers are dominating this throwback series against the MagicWhy the Cavaliers are dominating this throwback series against the Magic
The Cavaliers have stifled the Magic's offense, holding Orlando under 90 points in both Games 1 and 2.
MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands one month into the season?MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands one month into the season?
One red-hot team is inching closer to a top-five debut this week, while an AL power continues to slip down our list.
'It all started with Elly': How the Reds plan to win big around MLB's most exciting player'It all started with Elly': How the Reds plan to win big around MLB's most exciting player
Elly De La Cruz and his team are looking to turn the shortstop's style into a little more substance.
How the first 17 games of the Stanley Cup playoffs will influence the rest of the first roundHow the first 17 games of the Stanley Cup playoffs will influence the rest of the first round
From the Rangers' victory variety to the Leafs' power-play struggles to the Predators' new identity, here's what we've learned in the 2024 postseason.
How tough love (and disrespect) fuels Paolo BancheroHow tough love (and disrespect) fuels Paolo Banchero
The Orlando Magic haven't won a playoff series in 14 years. Banchero believes he can break the cycle.
Man City remind Arsenal of their ruthless late-season form as title race pressure mountsMan City remind Arsenal of their ruthless late-season form as title race pressure mounts
Manchester City's unrelenting form towards the end of the Premier League season is now a recurrent theme as they seek a fourth straight title.
Why Xavi decided to reverse course and stay at BarcelonaWhy Xavi decided to reverse course and stay at Barcelona
In January, Barca legend Xavi announced he would step down as manager at the end of the 2023-24 season. Just 91 days later, he agreed to stay on. What changed and what does it mean moving forward?
How Barcelona's rescheduled match helps Real Madrid in Champions LeagueHow Barcelona's rescheduled match helps Real Madrid in Champions League
Barcelona's match with Valencia could help Real Madrid's bid for a 15th Champions League crown.
Rams unveil 60-yard turf football field on shore of Hermosa BeachRams unveil 60-yard turf football field on shore of Hermosa Beach
The 60-yard turf football field will be used for a weeklong series of community efforts.
Bush's restored Heisman a natural progression in new college sports worldBush's restored Heisman a natural progression in new college sports world
Bush getting his Heisman back is a natural result of college sports' new name, image and likeness rules.
Way-Too-Early Top 25: Houston at No. 1; decimated Duke, Kentucky fallWay-Too-Early Top 25: Houston at No. 1; decimated Duke, Kentucky fall
The coaching carousel and transfer portal have completely upended things just 17 days after UConn won the NCAA title. Welcome, previously unranked and next-in-line teams.
2024-25 women's transfer rankings: The top 25 players on the move2024-25 women's transfer rankings: The top 25 players on the move
More than 1,100 women's college basketball players are in the transfer portal. Who are the top players looking for a new school next season?
Marvin Harrison Jr., Joe Alt the latest additions to the NFL's father-son clubMarvin Harrison Jr., Joe Alt the latest additions to the NFL's father-son club
The star wideout and offensive tackle -- both likely first-round picks -- are looking to join the Mannings, McCaffreys, Bosas and more.
Baskets to blitzes: Maye could join NFL elite with roots at hoops powerhousesBaskets to blitzes: Maye could join NFL elite with roots at hoops powerhouses
After three years at basketball-wild UNC, Drake Maye will look to join a list of NFL stars from basketball schools.
Why the Lions gave St. Brown, Sewell a record-breaking $162M in guaranteed moneyWhy the Lions gave St. Brown, Sewell a record-breaking $162M in guaranteed money
The Lions spent big to keep 2021 draftees Amon-Ra St. Brown and Penei Sewell in Detroit through 2028.
NWSL MVP Tracker: Who are the best players in the league so far this season?NWSL MVP Tracker: Who are the best players in the league so far this season?
Who is the NWSL's best player? Welcome to the first edition of ESPN's NWSL MVP Tracker, our data-driven look at who's hot and who's not throughout the season.
Transfer Talk: Real Madrid plot move for Milan defender ThiawTransfer Talk: Real Madrid plot move for Milan defender Thiaw
Real Madrid have made AC Milan centre-back Malick Thiaw one of their top targets. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Euro 2024 squad check-in: How the big contenders are lookingEuro 2024 squad check-in: How the big contenders are looking
We take a look at the leading contenders to win Euro 2024 to see how they are shaping up, how their squads are looking and pick out the rising stars.
'There's a common theme with all these guys that are going down': Pitchers weigh in on MLB’s injury epidemic'There's a common theme with all these guys that are going down': Pitchers weigh in on MLB’s injury epidemic
The rate of pitchers getting hurt has reached a tipping point. Here's what those in the game have to say about the problem -- and potential solutions.
Weekend preview: What our experts will be watchingWeekend preview: What our experts will be watchingOur fantasy baseball experts take a quick peek ahead to the upcoming weekend of action to highlight what they're looking forward to watching.
Roundtable: Which players are our experts determined to roster?Roundtable: Which players are our experts determined to roster?The fantasy experts list the players they are going out of their way to roster this season.
The complexities of racing an oval: it's more than just turning leftThe complexities of racing an oval: it's more than just turning left
"Go fast, turn left." The cliche is well known among NASCAR crowds, and Alanis King speaks to the series' best to explain the nuances of stock car's oval racing.
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