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playWhat the Suns still need after hiring Frank Vogel (0:39)Tim Bontemps reacts to the Suns hiring former Lakers coach Frank Vogel as head coach in Phoenix. (0:39)Adrian Wojnarowski, Senior NBA InsiderJun 2, 2023, 01:01 PM ETCloseHost of The Woj Pod Joined ESPN in 2017The Phoenix Suns and Frank Vogel are finalizing a five-year deal to

Katherine Terrell, ESPN Staff WriterJun 2, 2023, 05:39 PM ETCloseCovered the NFL since 2013 Previously covered the Saints for the Times-Picayune and The Athletic Bengals beat writer for ESPN from 2016-19Churchill Downs will suspend its current thoroughbred meet at the conclusion of Sunday’s card to examine safety measures after 12 equine fatalities in the past

Alex Scarborough, ESPN Staff WriterJun 1, 2023, 07:00 AM ETCloseCovers the SEC.Joined ESPN in 2012.Graduate of Auburn University.Greatness doesn’t take days off.Even when it’s hot and humid and things aren’t going exactly right and the ball keeps bouncing exactly the wrong way, greatness shows up. It finds a way. It believes, even when down to

Ohm Youngmisuk, ESPN Staff WriterMay 31, 2023, 08:00 AM ETCloseOhm Youngmisuk has covered the Giants, Jets and the NFL since 2006. Prior to that, he covered the Nets, Knicks and the NBA for nearly a decade. He joined ESPNNewYork.com after working at the New York Daily News for almost 12 years and is a graduate

Victor Wembanyama shows off his dunks in Metropolitan 92’s playoff win (1:30)Victor Wembanyama scores 11 points as his team picks up the playoff win after a buzzer-beater from Barry Brown Jr. (1:30)Associated PressMay 31, 2023, 07:39 PM ETDENVER — Victor Wembanyama’s NBA summer debut might come in Sacramento.The San Antonio Spurs, who hold the No.

Rich Cimini, ESPN Staff WriterMay 31, 2023, 05:26 PM ETCloseLongtime Jets beat writer for New York Daily News Syracuse University graduateFLORHAM PARK, N.J. — New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, nursing a calf injury, threw on the side and spent most of Wednesday’s practice coaching up teammates. Running back Breece Hall was off on a

Alden Gonzalez, ESPN Staff WriterMay 30, 2023, 07:06 PM ETCloseESPN baseball reporter. Covered the L.A. Rams for ESPN from 2016 to 2018 and the L.A. Angels for MLB.com from 2012 to 2016.Diamond Sports Group has decided not to pay the San Diego Padres their latest rights fee, a monumental development that will revert the team’s

ESPN.comMay 30, 2023, 08:00 AM ETThe top-seeded Denver Nuggets are headed to their first NBA Finals in franchise history and will face the surprising eighth-seeded Miami Heat, who have surged back to the Finals via the play-in tournament.The Nuggets, behind the leadership of two-time MVP Nikola Jokic, will look to win the franchise’s first title

Tim Bontemps, ESPNMay 30, 2023, 02:27 AM ETBOSTON — Jimmy Butler had the ball and surveyed the scene.It was early in the fourth quarter of Monday’s Game 7 of the Eastern Conference finals, and the Miami Heat had absorbed everything the Boston Celtics — and the raucous crowd inside TD Garden — had thrown at

Notre Dame tops Duke, claims first NCAA men’s lacrosse titleplayNotre Dame beats Duke to win first lacrosse title (0:48)Notre Dame defeats Duke 13-9 to claim its first NCAA men’s lacrosse championship. (0:48)Associated PressMay 29, 2023, 04:48 PM ETPHILADELPHIA — Liam Entenmann made a season-high 18 saves and Brian Tevlin scored a go-ahead goal with 27

Associated PressMay 29, 2023, 02:32 PM ETINDIANAPOLIS — IndyCar owner Roger Penske said he is certain series officials will investigate what led to a wheel coming loose during a crash in the Indianapolis 500 and sailing over the catch fence and grandstands before hitting a parked automobile.”We haven’t had a wheel come off in a

Jordi Alba has emotional goodbye to Camp Nou (1:35)Jordi Alba lets his emotions show after being subbed off for the last time at Camp Nou. (1:35)Sam MarsdenMoises LlorensMay 28, 2023, 04:42 PM ETSergio Busquets and Jordi Alba bid farewell to Barcelona on Sunday on an emotional evening as the LaLiga champions ran out 3-0 winners

ESPNMay 28, 2023, 05:04 PM ETThe NBA has opened an investigation into longtime referee Eric Lewis involving a Twitter account that responded to numerous posts on league officiating and defended Lewis and other NBA referees, league sources confirmed to ESPN.The account in question, which has since been deleted, was listed under a username “Blair Cuttliff”

Leon ImberMay 27, 2023, 03:33 PM ETLONDON — Luton Town have been promoted to the Premier League after edging Coventry City 6-5 on penalties following a nervy 1-1 draw at Wembley Stadium. Luton opened the scoring on 23 minutes to send the sun-baked side of Wembley into raptures as Elijah Adebayo set up Jordan Clark

ESPN staffMay 27, 2023, 08:00 AM ETWill there be a return trip to Dallas for Game 6? Or will there be an extended stay in Las Vegas for the start of the Stanley Cup Final?Plus, could there be another game that goes into overtime?These are a few of the questions entering Game 5 of the

Pete Thamel, ESPNMay 26, 2023, 11:05 AM ETLongtime University of Iowa athletic director Gary Barta announced his retirement Friday. He will officially step down on Aug. 1.Barta, 59, has been the athletic director at Iowa for 17 years, making him the second-longest tenured AD in the Big Ten conference behind Ohio State’s Gene Smith.Barta has

Cardinals release WR DeAndre Hopkins after three seasonsplayWhich team is the best fit for DeAndre Hopkins? (0:56)Mike Tannenbaum reacts to the Cardinals releasing DeAndre Hopkins and speculates on which team would be a good fit for the receiver. (0:56)Josh Weinfuss, ESPN Staff WriterMay 26, 2023, 01:04 PM ETCloseCovered the Cardinals since 2012 Graduate of Indiana

playJosh McDaniels: No surprises in Jimmy Garoppolo’s rehab process (0:39)Raiders coach Josh McDaniels comments on Jimmy Garoppolo and other players not being available for the starts of OTAs. (edited) (0:39)Paul Gutierrez, ESPN Staff WriterMay 25, 2023, 01:21 PM ETCloseCovered Oakland Raiders for CSNBayArea.com and Sacramento Bee for eight years Member of Pro Football Writers Association

Unbeaten Team USA advances to semifinals at ice hockey worldsAssociated PressMay 25, 2023, 12:37 PM ETTAMPERE, Finland — The United States beat the Czech Republic 3-0 on Thursday to set up a semifinal game against Germany at the ice hockey world championship.Canada will face Latvia at Nokia Arena in the other semifinal Saturday.The Americans earned

Wilbon: ‘Just sad’ that A’s are leaving for Vegas (1:07)Michael Wilbon mourns on behalf of Oakland sports fans as the A’s announce they are moving to Las Vegas. (1:07)ESPN News ServicesMay 24, 2023, 12:00 PM ETThe Athletics have reached a tentative agreement with Nevada state and local officials on a stadium funding plan after weeks

Ron Rivera: Armani Rogers injury ‘a blow’ for us (0:23)Commanders coach Ron Rivera discusses tight end Armani Rogers suffering a noncontact injury. (0:23)John Keim, ESPN Staff WriterMay 24, 2023, 10:53 AM ETCloseCovered the Redskins for the Washington Examiner and other media outlets since 1994 Authored or co-authored three books on the Redskins and one on

Tebas slammed for inaction over racial abuse of Vinicius Junior (1:28)Alex Kirkland joins “The Gab & Juls Show” to criticise LaLiga president Javier Tebas’ response to racist abuse of Vinicius Junior. (1:28)Alex KirklandMoises LlorensMay 23, 2023, 06:45 AM ETSeven people have been arrested in connection with two separate racist incidents involving Real Madrid forward Vinicius

Dave McMenamin, ESPN Staff WriterMay 23, 2023, 03:29 AM ETCloseLakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09.LOS ANGELES — LeBron James made his way down the ramp to exit the arena Monday night, having just

Greg Wyshynski, ESPNMay 22, 2023, 07:00 AM ETCloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer.RALEIGH, N.C. — There’s conformity among many NHL players. And then there’s Brent Burns.Breaking up the parade of monotone business suits and well-groomed exteriors while entering the arena is a 6-foot-5, 230-pound defenseman wearing loud patterns, lugging a comically enormous camouflage backpack

Pete Thamel, ESPNMay 21, 2023, 05:00 PM ETWhen the Big Ten officially introduced Tony Petitti as its new commissioner nearly a month ago, he listed four immediate priorities in his role as one of the most powerful people in college sports.The league needs to integrate USC and UCLA for the 2024-25 season, explore the new

Ramona Shelburne, ESPN Senior WriterMay 21, 2023, 02:57 AM ETCloseSenior writer for ESPN.comSpent seven years at the Los Angeles Daily NewsLOS ANGELES — Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has memories of the summer of 2020. Fuzzy ones, such as staying in L.A. and playing video games with his teammates. General ones, such as working out at private gyms

Matchups, preview, how to watch Knights-Stars on ABC, ESPN+playBrett Howden’s OT goal gives the Golden Knights a Game 1 win (0:53)Brett Howden collects the rebound and finds the back of the net in overtime as the Golden Knights take Game 1 vs. the Stars. (0:53)ESPN staffMay 21, 2023, 07:00 AM ETThe NHL’s Western Conference finals

ESPNMay 19, 2023, 05:30 PM ETFormer Cleveland Browns running back Jim Brown has died at the age of 87, his family announced on Friday.Brown led the NFL in rushing yards in eight of his nine seasons in the league. No other running back in NFL history has led the league in rushing more than four

Greg Wyshynski, ESPNMay 20, 2023, 08:00 AM ETCloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer.RALEIGH, N.C. — Parents typically don’t want to see their children be miserable. Which makes the Eastern Conference final of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs a very stressful time for Henry and Linda Staal.”It’s tough for them. They’ve been cheering for all

Mike Coppinger, ESPNMay 18, 2023, 07:48 AM ETLOS ANGELES — DEVIN HANEY ROLLED into the back of his white Mercedes-Maybach SUV, and through a massive gold grill, he reminisced on everything he and his father Bill Haney had built. His security guard, Tank, took the wheel of the $170,000 vehicle as Haney departed the news

Tim Bontemps, ESPNMay 18, 2023, 01:56 AM ETBOSTON — At halftime of Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals, things looked pretty darned good for the Boston Celtics. They’d controlled the paint, taken care of the ball and made shots, and as a result they had a 66-57 lead over the Miami Heat 24 minutes

ESPN staffMay 17, 2023, 07:30 AM ETThe 2023 PGA Championship begins Wednesday from Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York. World No. 1 Jon Rahm and World No. 2 Scottie Scheffler top the list of notable golfers who are primed to capture the Wanamaker Trophy at the end of this weekend. Scheffler enters the

Mark Schlabach, ESPN Senior WriterMay 17, 2023, 08:15 AM ETCloseSenior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of GeorgiaROCHESTER, N.Y. — Nearly a year ago, after Justin Thomas matched the largest 54-hole comeback in PGA Championship history by chasing down Chile’s Mito Pereira from 7 shots back to

Jamal Collier, ESPNMay 16, 2023, 08:26 PM ETCHICAGO — San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich once remarked how the franchise had already received all the luck it could possibly ask for. The two previous years the Spurs ended up with the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, they walked away each time with a

Nikola Jokic: Win by 1 or win by 20, a win is a win this time of the year (1:30)Nikola Jokic reflects on his historic night as he drops 34 points, 21 rebounds and 14 assists in the Nuggets’ 132-126 Game 1 victory over the Lakers. (1:30)Ohm Youngmisuk, ESPN Staff WriterMay 17, 2023, 02:37 AM

Seth Towns enters portal ahead of 8th college hoops seasonJeff Borzello, ESPN Staff WriterMay 15, 2023, 09:43 PM ETClose Basketball recruiting insider. Joined ESPN in 2014. Graduate of University of Delaware.A familiar name appeared in the NCAA transfer portal Monday night: Seth Towns, the former Ivy League Player of the Year who has missed four

Mark Schlabach, ESPN Senior WriterMay 15, 2023, 08:24 AM ETCloseSenior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of GeorgiaThe 105th PGA Championship is returning to Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York, for the fourth time.The East Course will play much different this week than it did

Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterMay 15, 2023, 04:30 AM ETClose• Joined ESPN in 2011 • Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours • Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018When it comes to landmarks in Milan, Italy, the San Siro is a proud part of the city’s cultural

Dawson: Mood at Man United could disintegrate if they miss top 4 (1:49)Rob Dawson feels the mood at Manchester United is on a knife edge as the race for the top 4 heats up. (1:49)Mark Ogden, Senior Writer, ESPN FCMay 15, 2023, 06:00 AM ETManchester United have entered the decisive days of their season, with

Danny Green: Monty Williams got ‘short end of the stick’ (0:33)Danny Green reacts to the Phoenix Suns dismissing Monty Williams. (0:33)Adrian Wojnarowski, Senior NBA InsiderMay 13, 2023, 09:43 PM ETCloseHost of The Woj Pod Joined ESPN in 2017In the aftermath of a blowout elimination loss in the Western Conference semifinals, the Phoenix Suns fired coach

Nick Friedell, ESPN Staff WriterMay 13, 2023, 08:00 AM ETCloseNick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009.It’s 20 minutes after the New York Knicks completed a must-win 112-103

Brooke Pryor, ESPN Staff WriterMay 12, 2023, 07:54 PM ETClosePreviously covered the Kansas City Chiefs for the Kansas City Star and Oklahoma University for the Oklahoman.The NFL Players Association is investigating agent David Canter for allegedly trying to entice teams to select players he represents during the NFL draft last month, sources told ESPN on

Is this the end of the Warriors’ dynasty? (1:16)With the Warriors getting eliminated by the Lakers, take a look back at some of the best plays from Steph Curry, Klay Thompson and Draymond Green’s time together. (1:16)Kendra Andrews, ESPNMay 13, 2023, 03:51 AM ETLOS ANGELES — As Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr scanned the

Ohm Youngmisuk, ESPN Staff WriterMay 12, 2023, 12:46 AM ETCloseOhm Youngmisuk has covered the Giants, Jets and the NFL since 2006. Prior to that, he covered the Nets, Knicks and the NBA for nearly a decade. He joined ESPNNewYork.com after working at the New York Daily News for almost 12 years and is a graduate

NBA InsidersMay 11, 2023, 08:00 AM ETThe 2023 NBA playoffs semifinals are winding down with teams set to advance to the Eastern and Western Conference finals throughout the week.First-time MVP Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers are up 3-2 in the series against the Boston Celtics, and the Miami Heat are one win from advancing

Video Highlights3:05Warriors defeat Lakers in Game 5 to stave off elimination0:21Steph beats the buzzer to send Warriors into halftime0:24Reaves finds Davis cutting in the lane for 20:16Walker passes out to Schroder for 30:19Andrew Wiggins somehow gets the and-1 to fallStephen Curry, Warriors stave off elimination, force Game 6 by beating Lakers 121-106— Draymond Green loved

Kristen Shilton, ESPN NHL reporterMay 10, 2023, 07:00 AM ETCloseKristen Shilton is a national NHL reporter for ESPN.There are momentum swings in an NHL postseason series. And then there’s what’s happening between the Edmonton Oilers and Vegas Golden Knights.The Golden Knights lead the Oilers 2-1 in their Western Conference second-round series after a decisive 5-1

Giannis Antetokounmpo ‘forever grateful’ to Mike BudenholzerplayWhat Budenholzer’s firing could mean for Giannis’ future with Bucks (2:20)Brian Windhorst and CJ McCollum analyze what Mike Budenholzer’s firing from the Milwaukee Bucks could mean for Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the team. (2:20)Jamal Collier, ESPNMay 9, 2023, 12:55 PM ETMilwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo posted a message to

Why Denny Crum was so special at Louisville (1:55)Mark Packer reflects on the career of legendary Louisville basketball coach Denny Crum, who has died at the age of 86. (1:55)ESPN News ServicesMay 9, 2023, 12:55 PM ETDenny Crum, the Hall of Fame college basketball coach who led Louisville to two national championships in the 1980s

Alaina Getzenberg, ESPNMay 9, 2023, 02:19 PM ETProsecutors said Matt Araiza was not present when an alleged gang rape of a minor occurred at an October 2021 party, according to witness testimony included in evidence that prompted the San Diego District Attorney to not press criminal charges against the former Buffalo Bills punter.Araiza, a former

playWhy Windhorst doesn’t believe Jokic will be suspended (0:47)Brian Windhorst will be surprised if Nikola Jokic is suspended for an altercation with the Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia. (0:47)ESPNMay 8, 2023, 11:12 AM ETSuns owner Mat Ishbia said he does not want Nuggets star Nikola Jokic to be suspended or fined over their altercation Sunday

Gab Marcotti, Senior Writer, ESPN FCMay 8, 2023, 11:56 AM ETIt’s been another brilliant weekend in European soccer, so let’s review. We had a gritty Arsenal win at Newcastle that keeps the Premier League title race alive another week, while Real Madrid claimed the Copa del Rey for the first time since 2013-14. There was

Brett Okamoto, ESPN Staff WriterMay 7, 2023, 11:06 AM ETCloseMMA columnist for ESPN.com Analyst for “MMA Live” Covered MMA for Las Vegas SunUFC veteran Tony Ferguson was arrested early Sunday morning following a multi-vehicle crash in Hollywood, the Los Angeles Police Department told ESPN.The LAPD told the Los Angeles Times that Ferguson, 39, had been

1dESPN Fantasy and Betting Analysts3dESPN Fantasy and Betting Analysts3dESPN Fantasy and Betting AnalystsplayWhy Devin Booker could have a big game Sunday night (1:03)Andre Snellings offers why he likes Devin Booker to go over his assists prop with Chris Paul out on Sunday night. (1:03)ESPN staffMay 7, 2023, 09:00 AM ETHere are all of the series

Marc Raimondi, ESPN Staff WriterMay 5, 2023, 07:48 AM ETHenry Cejudo walked on stage wearing a janky crown and a cheap-looking robe. In his hands were a top hat and plastic scepter. Cejudo, like a two-bit magician, produced from the hat in sequence: a plush mouse, a rubber snake and a white rabbit — all

Alex KirklandRodrigo FaezMay 5, 2023, 01:25 PM ETIn February 2019, with Osasuna flying high in the second division and chasing promotion back to LaLiga, graffiti began to appear on the streets of their city, Pamplona.The first image depicted forward Roberto Torres as a saint. A month later, captain Oier Sanjurjo appeared as Superman. Then it

Is the transfer exodus at Colorado a concern for Deion Sanders? (1:26)Ralph Russo joins The Paul Finebaum Show to discuss the concerning amount of players transferring out of Colorado. (1:26)Heather Dinich, ESPN Senior WriterMay 4, 2023, 07:47 PM ETClose College football reporter Joined ESPN.com in 2007 Graduate of Indiana UniversitySCOTTSDALE, Ariz., — Following a dizzying

Kendra Andrews, ESPNMay 5, 2023, 03:16 AM ETSAN FRANCISCO — Ahead of Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinal series against the Los Angeles Lakers, Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr sat at the podium during his pregame news conference touting his confidence in his team.Coming off a Game 1 loss, Kerr said he believed

Ryan Reynolds and Wrexham celebrate league title with bus parade (1:41)Wrexham celebrate their promotion back to the English Football League with an open top bus parade. (1:41)Associated PressMay 5, 2023, 02:29 AM ETWrexham will play Como from Italy’s second tier, a U.S. women’s side of former national team players led by Heather O’Reilly and a Say

Rich Cimini, ESPN Staff WriterMay 3, 2023, 05:13 PM ETCloseLongtime Jets beat writer for New York Daily News Syracuse University graduateFLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Aaron Rodgers’ new teammates on the New York Jets have spent a week getting to know him — on and off the field — and they don’t mind admitting they’re awed

‘Are you kidding?!’ Nick Maton reaches for stunning grab (0:26)Nick Maton makes a fantastic catch for the Tigers off Daniel Vogelbach’s rasping drive. (0:26)Associated PressMay 3, 2023, 09:19 PM ETDETROIT — New York Mets ace Max Scherzer struggled in his return from a suspension Wednesday night, allowing six runs on eight hits in 3⅓ innings

Andrew Lopez, ESPNMay 3, 2023, 12:39 AM ETNEW YORK — Even without star forward Jimmy Butler for Game 2 against the New York Knicks, the Miami Heat felt good about their chances on Tuesday night.Despite missing production from Butler (right ankle sprain), Tyler Herro (right hand fracture) and Victor Oladipo (torn left patellar tendon), the

Joel Embiid’s journey to becoming the NBA’s Most Valuable Player (3:53)Stephen A. Smith narrates Joel Embiid’s path to fulfilling part of “The Process” for the 76ers and becoming the NBA’s MVP. (3:53)Before he began his rookie season in 2014-15, Joel Embiid made a prediction.The Philadelphia 76ers center, never lacking for confidence, tweeted out a graphic

Serena Williams announces she’s pregnant with second childplaySerena fights back tears in emotional postmatch interview (3:10)Serena Williams thanks her parents, her sisters and millions of fans in an emotional farewell interview at the US Open. (3:10)8:32 PM ETD’Arcy MaineESPN.com Tennis great Serena Williams is pregnant with her second child, she announced in an Instagram post

10:26 PM ETTim BontempsESPN DURING THE POSTGAME news conference following Philadelphia’s first-round sweep of the Brooklyn Nets, a question was posed to 76ers guard James Harden.What are your motivations for this season, besides winning a championship?In his answer, Harden kept coming back to one word: sacrifice.”I told myself this year, that it’s just, I’m all

playSteph goes through whole Kings defense for his 50th point (0:18)Steph Curry becomes the first player in NBA history to score 50 in a Game 7 with an impressive layup. (0:18)Stephen Curry put the Golden State Warriors on his back.In Game 7 of his team’s first-round NBA playoffs series against the Sacramento Kings, Curry put

Video Highlights2:05Kraken knock off defending champion Avs to advance0:43Avalanche respond late in the 2nd with a Mikko Rantanen goal0:49Oliver Bjorkstrand launches one off the post to put Kraken up 2-00:49Kraken strike first with a deflection for a goalKraken beat Avs 2-1, eliminate defending Stanley Cup champs— The Seattle Kraken converged from all points on the

Stephen A.: Knicks have to stop Jimmy Butler in the playoffs (2:02)Stephen A. Smith explains his level of concern for the New York Knicks about Jimmy Butler’s play. (2:02)The NBA is nearly down to its elite eight of teams that will be competing for this year’s championship, and every team still alive now has a

Anze Kopitar Tip-In saved by Stuart SkinnerAdrian Kempe hit Nick BjugstadPhillip Danault faceoff won against Nick BjugstadTrevor Moore Wrap-around saved by Stuart SkinnerMatt Roy hit Leon DraisaitlTakeaway by Gabriel VilardiSean Walker Wrist Shot saved by Stuart SkinnerRasmus Kupari hit Philip BrobergTakeaway by Drew DoughtyAnze Kopitar faceoff won against Nick BjugstadAnze Kopitar Wrist Shot saved by

Giovani Bernard retiring after 10 seasons with Bucs, BengalsApr 28, 2023Jenna LaineESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered the Buccaneers since 2009 Joined ESPN in 2016TAMPA, Fla. — Running back Giovani Bernard, who spent the past two seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, on Friday announced that he is retiring after 10 NFL seasons.”I came into this league

Titans trade up to select Will Levis (0:34)The Titans trade up to the 33rd pick to draft Kentucky QB Will Levis. (0:34)7:29 PM ETTurron DavenportESPN Close Covered Eagles for USA Today Covered the Ravens for Baltimore Times Played college football at Cheyney UniversityAfter tumbling out of the first round of the NFL draft, Will Levis

Jahmyr Gibbs’ NFL draft profile as the Lions pick him at 12 (1:01)Check out the best highlights that contributed to a stellar college career for Detroit’s Jahmyr Gibbs. (1:01)11:27 PM ETEric WoodyardESPN Jahmyr Gibbs was chatting with friends Thursday night during the NFL draft when his phone rang unexpectedly.Feeling like many Detroit Lions fans, Gibbs

playWhy Will Levis fell out of the 1st round of the NFL draft (1:20)Todd McShay explains the factors that led to former Kentucky QB Will Levis going undrafted in the first round of the NFL draft. (1:20)Kentucky quarterback Will Levis, widely expected to be a first-round pick in the 2023 NFL draft, was not picked

Apr 24, 2023Marc RaimondiESPN Staff Writer UFC president Dana White went on a fight-announcement spree last week, setting up co-main-event bouts for the next two upcoming pay-per-views and filling out what looks to be a deep UFC 290 card in July during International Fight Week.The rest of the summer, though, is a bit of a

The transfer window may be closed around Europe, but teams are looking ahead to the summer and there’s plenty of gossip swirling around. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!TOP STORY: Chelsea mull move for Bayern’s Sadio ManeChelsea are considering an offer for Bayern Munich

Apr 24, 2023Bill BarnwellESPN Staff Writer CloseBill Barnwell is a staff writer for ESPN.com.After months of speculation, Aaron Rodgers has been traded to the New York Jets.It has been nearly three years since Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst used a first-round pick on Jordan Love, a move that seemed to hint at the

2:09 AM ETColey HarveyESPN Staff Writer ClosePreviously covered Florida State for Orlando Sentinel and Georgia Tech for Macon Telegraph Northwestern University graduateBOSTON — It was a scene Trae Young had rehearsed in his mind as a kid.Less than 10 seconds remaining. A must-win game. His team on the road, down one point. Basketball in his

Kraken top the Avs in OT for first home playoff win (1:18)Jordan Eberle nets the game-winning goal in overtime to even the series and give the Kraken their first postseason win at home. (1:18)11:58 PM ETRyan S. ClarkNHL reporter CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN.SEATTLE — The Kraken lost leading scorer Jared

18 players on Deion Sanders-coached Buffaloes in transfer portalplayCheck out Montana Lemonious-Craig’s top plays from his time at Colorado (1:59)As Montana Lemonious-Craig enters the transfer portal, take a look at some of his top plays with the Colorado Buffaloes. (1:59)12:10 PM ETAdam RittenbergESPN Senior Writer Close College football reporter. Joined ESPN.com in 2008. Graduate of

2:50 AM ETAndrew LopezESPN MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards wasn’t ready for his season to be over. And he certainly wasn’t ready for the Denver Nuggets to send the Minnesota Timberwolves packing without winning a game in their first-round series.”I don’t ever want to say I got swept in my career,” Edwards said Sunday night. “So

11:08 PM ETRamona ShelburneESPN Senior Writer CloseSenior writer for ESPN.comSpent seven years at the Los Angeles Daily NewsSAN FRANCISCO — By the time Draymond Green made it to the Chase Center late Thursday night, he knew what needed to be done. Green had watched the Golden State Warriors’ season-saving win against the Sacramento Kings in

Apr 22, 2023Jeff LegwoldESPN Senior Writer Close Covered Broncos for nine years for Denver Post and Rocky Mountain News Previously covered Steelers, Bills and Titans Member of Pro Football Hall of Fame Board of Selectors since 1999Over the past several months as the NFL prepares for the 2023 draft, there have been two things evaluators

Apr 21, 2023Tim KeownESPN Senior Writer CloseSenior Writer for ESPN The Magazine Columnist for ESPN.com Author of five books (3 NYT best-sellers)RYAN GARCIA DIDN’T care anymore. Didn’t care how famous he was. Didn’t care who saw him or what they thought of him. Didn’t care about much of anything as he sat hunched over a

Apr 21, 2023Tom HamiltonSenior Writer Close• Joined ESPN in 2011 • Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours • Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018BRIGHTON, England — An hour or so after the open training session has finished, with the rain pouring and seagulls swirling around

8:35 AM ETSara CoelloESPN CloseSara Coello is a writer in ESPN’s investigative and enterprise unit. Before joining, they wrote about legal issues and crime for The Charlotte Observer, The Post and Courier and The Dallas Morning News. Coello studied sociology, journalism and Spanish at The University of Dallas.New Mexico State University officials have insisted that

Victor Wembanyama on staying humble ahead of NBA future (0:55)Victor Wembanyama discusses being complimented by current NBA stars and keeping focused on his goals. (0:55)3:06 PM ETJonathan GivonyESPN Victor Wembanyama, the projected No. 1 pick, officially declared for the 2023 NBA draft on Friday and has submitted paperwork to the league office, he said on

8:00 AM ETNick FriedellESPN Staff Writer CloseNick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009.IT’S A LITTLE after 1 o’clock in the morning on Thursday, Feb. 9, and Mikal

1:29 AM ETCesar HernandezA second-half equalizer from Jesus Ferreira pushed the United States to a 1-1 friendly draw with regional rivals Mexico on Wednesday night.Featuring alternate rosters for both sides due to the match being played in a non-FIFA window, the USMNT are now undefeated against Mexico in their past five meetings.- Stream on ESPN+:

8:00 AM ETTim MacMahonESPN Staff Writer CloseJoined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009Covers the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas MavericksAppears regularly on ESPN Dallas 103.3 FMFINDING THE PERFECT shoe was one of the final steps in Desmond Bane’s frustrating return from injury.Bane visited multiple doctors after suffering a Grade 2 sprain of his right big toe during the

An Argentine appeals court has confirmed that eight health professionals will stand trial over their alleged role in the death of football legend Diego Maradona.As requested by prosecutors, the eight are accused of “simple homicide with wanton disregard” and could face between eight and 25 years in jail if found guilty.Maradona died on Nov. 25

8:00 AM ETNick FriedellESPN Staff Writer CloseNick Friedell is the Chicago Bulls beat reporter for ESPN Chicago. Friedell is a graduate of the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University and joined ESPNChicago.com for its launch in April 2009.AS THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS play in their first playoffs since LeBron James skipped town for

9:52 AM ETD’Arcy MaineESPN.com Novak Djokovic made his return to tennis last week in Monte Carlo, after more than a monthlong absence. Unable to enter the United States because of his unvaccinated status, the 22-time major champ didn’t participate in either of the Sunshine Double events in Indian Wells and Miami.In Monte Carlo, Djokovic’s first

Apr 16, 2023Associated Press BRAMPTON, Ontario — For all the focus on the United States’ young and retooled roster, it was who else but Hilary Knight — the team’s most experienced and accomplished star — who played a pivotal role in securing her nation’s 10th women’s world hockey championships gold medal and first in four

Nuggets dismantle Timberwolves in Game 1 rout (1:29)Every Nuggets starter scores in double figures as Denver cruises to a 109-80 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1. (1:29)3:04 AM ETAndrew LopezESPN DENVER — Jamal Murray had to sit and watch from the sideline for the Denver Nuggets’ past two postseason appearances.So when he finally

Some of the NFL’s biggest names traded pads and footballs for rods and reels this weekend. On Saturday, Justin Herbert, Dalvin Cook, A.J. Brown, Chris Jones, Matthew Judon, DeAndre Hopkins, Quinnen Williams and Pat Surtain II participated in the Sport Fishing Championships’ “The Catch” event in Miami.The NFL players were divided into four teams with

Apr 15, 2023Doug GlanvilleESPN MLB analyst Close• MLB analyst for ESPN and ESPN.com • Played nine major league seasons with the Cubs, Phillies and RangersEditor’s Note: This story was originally published in April 2022 to mark the 75th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking Major League Baseball’s color barrier. Today, MLB will again be celebrating Jackie Robinson Day

Jimmy Butler goes off for 31 points in Heat’s play-in win vs. Bulls (1:38)Jimmy Butler drops 31 points, including 11 in the fourth quarter, to lead the Heat to the No. 8 seed over the Bulls. (1:38)Apr 14, 2023Jamal CollierESPN MIAMI — Jimmy Butler fell to the floor and released a cathartic yell as he

5:28 PM ETESPN staffCollege football’s transfer portal is now open for the next 15 days. More than 6,000 NCAA football players have entered the portal since the beginning of the 2022 season, including 2,179 last December alone — the most of any month since the transfer portal was created in fall 2018.The NCAA enacted two

Why Doug Kezirian feels good about taking the Sixers in the first round (0:34)Doug Kezirian breaks down why he expects the 76ers to hold off the Nets with ease in the first round. (0:34)Apr 14, 2023Mackenzie KraemerESPN Staff Writer CloseWorks at ESPN Stats & InformationThe NBA playoffs tip off Saturday with the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks

Rafael Nadal will miss next week’s Barcelona Open as he continues building his match fitness after a hip injury suffered at the Australian Open in January, the 22-time Grand Slam champion said Friday.Nadal skipped tournaments at Indian Wells and Miami as well as the ongoing Monte Carlo Masters after suffering the injury that effectively ended

Brent Rooker homers in 1st inning as A’s jump out to early lead (0:30)Oakland’s Brent Rooker gives the Athletics a very early 3-0 lead with a home run in the first inning. (0:30)Apr 12, 2023Associated Press BALTIMORE — Chad Smith’s first major league win came courtesy of a rarely applied official scoring rule.It was an

SGA, Josh Giddey combine for 63 points in win over Pelicans (1:57)Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Josh Giddey combine for 63 points as the Thunder move on to play the Timberwolves in the play-in tournament. (1:57)12:46 AM ETAndrew LopezESPN NEW ORLEANS — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had been here before.The Oklahoma City Thunder guard had been in big situations

Bruins keep rolling with 64th win (2:10)The Boston Bruins beat the Washington Capitals 5-2 for their 64th win of the season. (2:10)Apr 11, 2023Greg WyshynskiESPN CloseGreg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer.The Boston Bruins are the now the most successful regular-season team in NHL history, owning both the single-season wins and points records.The Bruins defeated

Marcotti defends Ronaldo for outburst in Al Nassr draw (1:33)Gab Marcotti comes to the defence of Cristiano Ronaldo after the forward confronted a time-wasting opponent. (1:33)6:16 AM ETMark OgdenSenior Writer, ESPN FC Cristiano Ronaldo’s coach at Saudi Arabian team Al Nassr has been given one game to save his job, a source familiar with the

Family of ex-NFL QB Dwayne Haskins files lawsuit (0:31)Dwayne Haskins’ family has filed a lawsuit alleging that he was drugged the night of his death as part of a “blackmail and robbery conspiracy.” (0:31)Apr 10, 2023Brooke PryorESPN Staff Writer ClosePreviously covered the Kansas City Chiefs for the Kansas City Star and Oklahoma University for the

8:00 AM ETTim KavanaghESPN.com CloseTim Kavanagh is a senior NHL editor for ESPN. He’s a native of upstate New York.With four days left of the 2022-23 NHL regular season, we know the identity of 13 out of 16 playoff teams. But quite a bit of specific seeding remains to be determined.That process continues tonight via

Apr 9, 2023Tim MacMahonESPN Staff Writer CloseJoined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009Covers the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas MavericksAppears regularly on ESPN Dallas 103.3 FMDALLAS — San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich’s pregame media availability Sunday opened with the NBA’s all-time wins leader declining to discuss whether he would consider retirement this offseason and ended with an

Luka Doncic still happy in Dallas despite Mavs’ disappointing season (1:15)Luka Doncic denies reports that he may request a trade from the Mavericks, and reassures fans and the organization that he’s happy in Dallas. (1:15)7:56 PM ETTim MacMahonESPN Staff Writer CloseJoined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009Covers the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas MavericksAppears regularly on ESPN Dallas

7:29 PM ETESPN News Services AUGUSTA, Ga. — Jon Rahm kept hearing how he was destined to win this Masters because so many Spanish stars were aligned in his favor.Sunday would have been the 66th birthday of the late Seve Ballesteros, Rahm’s idol and inspiration for playing. This year was the 40-year anniversary of the

Shakur Stevenson stops Shuichiro Yoshino in Round 6 (0:44)Shakur Stevenson’s first fight at lightweight goes well as he stops Shuichiro Yoshino in Round 6 of their bout. (0:44)1:48 AM ETMichael RothsteinCloseMichael RothsteinESPN Staff WriterPreviously covered University of Michigan for ESPN.com and AnnArbor.com Also covered Notre Dame for Fort Wayne Journal GazetteBen BabyCloseBen BabyESPN Staff WriterESPN

Brett Okamoto, Marc Raimondi, Jeff Wagenheim and Mike Coppinger react to the biggest moments at UFC 287 and offer thoughts on what might be ahead for the standouts in Miami.Raimondi: Masvidal’s ultimate rags-to-riches story is bigger than thatMIAMI — Jorge Masvidal put his fists on top of his head as he walked back to his

Klay Thompson gets the hoop and the harm (0:17)Klay Thompson gets the hoop and the harm (0:17)2:46 AM ETKendra AndrewsESPN SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Golden State Warriors won’t know until Sunday if they will finish the regular season as a top-six seed in the Western Conference or compete in the play-in tournament. But either way

LeBron James throws down big flush vs. Phoenix Suns (0:17)LeBron James throws down big flush vs. Phoenix Suns (0:17)2:58 AM ETDave McMenaminESPN Staff Writer CloseLakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09.LOS ANGELES — The

We’re one week into the 2023 season and there’s been plenty of excitement, from the impact of all the new rules to Aaron Judge continuing last season’s home run tear to the Rays being the only team still undefeated through seven days of play.Is your favorite team off to a hot start — and more

8:43 PM ETPaolo UggettiESPN AUGUSTA, Ga. — Brooks Koepka didn’t want to share the gruesome details of the injury. But after shooting a 7-under 65 to tie for the first-round lead at the Masters with Jon Rahm and Viktor Hovland, he obliged.The now-member of the LIV Golf Tour and four-time major winner explained how he

Apr 5, 2023Dan HajduckyESPN CloseHajducky is a reporter/researcher for ESPN. He has an MFA in creative writing from Fairfield University and played on the men’s soccer teams at Fordham and Southern Connecticut State universities.Hunt Auctions has announced the private sale of a bat used by Babe Ruth circa 1920-21 for $1.85 million, a record price

Kawhi gets up high to finish alley-oop (0:17)Norman Powell leaves it up for Kawhi Leonard, who rocks the rim with a one-handed dunk. (0:17)9:40 PM ETDave McMenaminESPN Staff Writer CloseLakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com

Apr 4, 2023Adam SchefterESPN Senior Writer Close ESPN NFL Insider Joined ESPN in 2009 Former president of the Pro Football Writers of America and the author of four booksArizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill is accused of gross misconduct, including cheating, discrimination and harassment, in an arbitration claim filed Tuesday by former Cardinals executive Terry McDonough

8:31 PM ETAssociated Press STORRS, Conn. — UConn men’s basketball coach Dan Hurley let the moment envelope him Tuesday on the 40-mile ride from Bradley International Airport back to campus, watching the fans who hung signs from highway overpasses and lined the streets leading into campus.More than 7,000 people gathered inside Gampel Pavilion, Connecticut’s home

LSU takes down Caitlin Clark and Iowa to win first title in program history (1:36)LSU sets an NCAA title game record with a 102-point performance in the Tigers’ win over Iowa. (1:36)8:52 PM ETAssociated Press BRISTOL, Conn. — LSU’s 102-85 victory over Iowa in Sunday’s national championship game was the most-viewed NCAA women’s basketball game

Apr 3, 2023Mark SchlabachCloseMark SchlabachESPN Senior WriterSenior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of GeorgiaPaolo UggettiThe first major of the year is here, and the anticipation for this year’s Masters could not be higher.Between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson being back, the first meeting of LIV Golf

10:43 PM ETAlexa PhilippouESPN CloseCovers women’s college basketball and the WNBA Previously covered UConn and the WNBA Connecticut Sun for the Hartford Courant Stanford graduate and Baltimore native with further experience at the Dallas Morning News, Seattle Times and Cincinnati EnquirerDALLAS — LSU Tigers coach Kim Mulkey criticized her bench after an ineffective first half

8:31 AM ETMark SchlabachESPN Senior Writer CloseSenior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of GeorgiaAUGUSTA, Ga. — Masters week is finally here and there will be plenty of storylines in the first major championship of the season, which tees off Thursday at Augusta National Golf Club.World No.

March Madness 2023: Twitter reacts to FAU-San Diego StateplayLamont Butler sends SDSU to the title game with buzzer-beater (0:54)Lamont Butler knocks down the midrange jumper at the buzzer, sending San Diego State past Florida Atlantic and to the title game. (0:54)The San Diego State Aztecs are off to the 2023 NCAA tournament national championship.They punched

9:30 PM ETESPN staffWe are getting down to the nitty gritty of the XFL regular season in Week 7 with just three weeks left until the playoffs begin.The Seattle Sea Dragons (5-2) won their fifth straight game, looking poised Friday night against a Arlington Renegades (3-4) team that is still hoping to challenge the Houston

Trinity Thomas stops mid-routine and exits with leg injury (1:03)Florida gymnast Trinity Thomas stops in the middle of her routine and walks off with a leg injury. (1:03)9:26 PM ETAlyssa RoenigkESPN CloseAlyssa Roenigk is a senior writer for ESPN whose assignments have taken her to six continents and caused her to commit countless acts of

12:02 AM ETAndrea AdelsonESPN Senior Writer Close ACC reporter. Joined ESPN.com in 2010. Graduate of the University of Florida.DALLAS — All season, it felt as if South Carolina was headed for an impending coronation. The Gamecocks dominated opponents with such ease, it seemed hard to envision how they would lose.Not a team with this much

Lewis Hamilton will only leave Mercedes if he feels he has nothing left to give them but would rather see out his “last days” with the Formula One team, the seven-time world champion said on Thursday.Hamilton is out of contract at the end of the year and speculation about his future is already rife as

8:15 AM ETM.A. VoepelESPN.com CloseM.A. Voepel covers the WNBA, women’s college basketball, and other college sports for espnW. Voepel began covering women’s basketball in 1984, and has been with ESPN since 1996.COLUMBIA — Aliyah Boston didn’t just have to contend with the shadow of a great player. She had an 11-foot tall likeness in front

Randle comes down hard on his leg (1:45)Julius Randle comes up limping after landing awkwardly on his leg and injuring his ankle. He stays in the game and makes his free throws before leaving the court. (1:45)9:13 PM ETESPN News Services NEW YORK — Julius Randle, who has played in all 77 games for the

12:13 AM ETMarc J. SpearsAfter a 16-year hiatus, it was only right that the Sacramento Kings punched their own ticket back into the NBA playoffs with a 120-80 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night.The Kings had been eligible to qualify for the playoffs since Saturday but had been coming up shy of

How will Kevin Durant’s return impact the Suns? (1:09)Zach Lowe raises the questions that Kevin Durant’s return to action will impact the Phoenix Suns as the NBA playoffs approach. (1:09)Mar 28, 2023Brian WindhorstESPN Senior Writer CloseESPN.com NBA writer since 2010 Covered Cleveland Cavs for seven years Author of two booksKevin Durant finally will make his

Mar 28, 2023Mike TannenbaumESPN In a few weeks, all 32 franchises will be adding new playmakers in the 2023 NFL draft, although just 27 of them are set to pick in the first round. It’s no easy process, and I know firsthand. It wasn’t that long ago that I was making draft selections as a

Mar 27, 2023ESPN staffWith about three weeks left of the 2022-23 NHL regular season, there are three teams that have clinched a playoff spot and four that have been mathematically eliminated.Those numbers will both increase in the days ahead, as it’s another jam-packed week on the schedule. But which games will have the most importance

Mar 27, 2023Tim KavanaghESPN.com CloseTim Kavanagh is a senior NHL editor for ESPN. He’s a native of upstate New York.The Minnesota Wild are a first-place hockey team heading into Monday night’s game against the Seattle Kraken (8 p.m. ET, ESPN+/Hulu). But might they have their sights set even higher?There is quite a jumble atop the

Luka Doncic facing one-game suspension after 16th techplayLuka’s 16th technical foul of the season earns him a suspension (0:32)This technical foul on Luka Doncic was rescinded by the league. (0:32)Mar 26, 2023Tim MacMahonESPN Staff Writer CloseJoined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009Covers the Dallas Cowboys and Dallas MavericksAppears regularly on ESPN Dallas 103.3 FMDallas Mavericks superstar Luka

Weston McKennie lauds Christian Pulisic’s ability to create for USMNT (0:57)Weston McKennie explains how Christian Pulisic changes the game for the USMNT following their 7-1 win over Grenada. (0:57)4:06 PM ETJeff CarlisleU.S. soccer correspondent CloseJeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN FC.CHAMPIONSGATE, Fla. — United States men’s soccer interim coach Anthony

6:29 PM ETJames OlleySenior Writer, ESPN FC Antonio Conte has left Tottenham Hotspur by mutual consent after 16 months in charge, the club announced on Sunday.Spurs are fourth in the Premier League but will not end their 15-year wait for a trophy this season after exiting all cup competitions in recent weeks as relations between

Jordan Poole, Steph Curry shine in 4th for Warriors’ comeback win (1:50)Steph Curry and Jordan Poole take over in the fourth quarter, leading Golden State to a comeback win over the 76ers. (1:50)5:07 PM ETKendra AndrewsESPN SAN FRANCISCO — Gary Payton II is considered probable for the Golden State Warriors’ game against the Minnesota Timberwolves

10:13 PM ETAlex ScarboroughESPN Staff Writer CloseCovers the SEC.Joined ESPN in 2012.Graduate of Auburn University.OXFORD, Miss. — Lane Kiffin is confident he did the right thing by rebuffing overtures from Auburn to remain at Ole Miss, signing a long-term contract extension in late November.But during an interview with ESPN on Friday, Kiffin said he felt

RGIII on Lamar: ‘There’s something bigger going on here’ (1:59)Robert Griffin III and Jeff Darlington weigh in on Lamar Jackson’s tweet and the NFL’s remarks about speaking with Jackson without any proper representation. (1:59)12:35 PM ETJamison HensleyESPN Staff Writer CloseUniversity of Maryland graduate Lives in the Baltimore area with his wife and sonOWINGS MILLS, Md.

Why Stephen A. considers KD’s return to be more impactful than LeBron’s (1:41)Stephen A. Smith discusses why Kevin Durant’s return will help the Suns make it to the NBA Finals. (1:41)1:22 PM ETESPN News Services Phoenix Suns coach Monty Williams’ complaints about the free throw margin in Wednesday’s loss to the Los Angeles Lakers have

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins was carted off the field Thursday because of a noncontact injury to his left knee.Hoskins suffered the injury while attempting to field a grounder in the second inning of the Phillies’ spring training game against the Detroit Tigers. He was examined by team trainers and emergency medical personnel before

9:12 PM ETKatherine TerrellESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered the NFL since 2013 Previously covered the Saints for the Times-Picayune and The Athletic Bengals beat writer for ESPN from 2016-19NFL tight end Foster Moreau has been diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma and is stepping away from football while he undergoes treatment, the 25-year-old announced Wednesday.The free agent was

Source: Patriots audible, reach revised deal with Jalen MillsplayWoody and Swagu take apart the ‘irrelevant’ New England Patriots (2:58)A conversation about Odell Beckham Jr.’s free agency turns into Damien Woody and Marcus Spears blasting the Patriots’ recent lack of success. (2:58)11:28 AM ETMike ReissESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered Patriots since 1997 Joined ESPN in 2009FOXBOROUGH, Mass.

12:56 PM ETAssociated Press ZURICH — Russia and Belarus teams were excluded by the International Ice Hockey Federation on Wednesday from all its world championships next season, including the women’s event in the United States.The IIHF cited security concerns for players, competition staff and fans — because of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine — to extend

3:06 PM ETTim BontempsESPN Willis Reed, the legendary captain and star center for the New York Knicks who led the franchise to its only two championships and was the author of one of the signature moments in NBA history, has died. He was 80.”The Knicks organization is deeply saddened to announce the passing of our

7:30 AM ETMyron MedcalfESPN Staff Writer Close Covers college basketball Joined ESPN.com in 2011 Graduate of Minnesota State University, MankatoWell, this won’t be controversial.A few weeks ago, we had an idea.What if there was a way to take the greatest teams of all time for each school in the Sweet 16, and put them all

Mar 20, 2023Myron MedcalfESPN Staff Writer Close Covers college basketball Joined ESPN.com in 2011 Graduate of Minnesota State University, MankatoSo … how’s your bracket? Yeah, we understand.The first two rounds have given us historic moments and thrilling wins. Remember when Furman beat Virginia on a 3-pointer in the final seconds on Thursday? We don’t either.

And … relax.We can finally catch our collective breath after a weekend that saw a 15-seed and 16-seed advance to the second round for the first time in NCAA tournament history; two 1-seeds go down before the Sweet 16; and a trio of game-winning baskets in the final seconds.True college hoops junkies are already thinking

Trea Turner puts USA back on top with grand slam in the 8th (0:29)Trea Turner crushes a grand slam for Team USA in the top of the eighth. (0:29)Mar 18, 2023Alden GonzalezESPN Staff Writer CloseESPN baseball reporter. Covered the L.A. Rams for ESPN from 2016 to 2018 and the L.A. Angels for MLB.com from 2012

8:29 AM ETAssociated Press SOLDEU, Andorra — After capping her record-setting season with career win No. 88, Mikaela Shiffrin was asked one question over and over again, and she couldn’t really answer it.What’s next?”What do you think will come next? How many victories?” Johan Eliasch, president of the International Ski and Snowboard Federation, wanted to

Mar 18, 2023Associated Press TULSA, Okla. — Purdue’s Matt Ramos pulled one of the most stunning upsets in NCAA Division I wrestling history, ending Iowa star Spencer Lee’s chase for four national titles with a pin in the closing seconds of their semifinal match Friday night.Ramos, the No. 4 seed at 125 pounds, got the

Mexico celebrates after final K to eliminate Puerto Rico (0:48)Giovanny Gallegos freezes Enrique Hernandez to send Mexico into the semifinals to face Japan. (0:48)10:31 PM ETAlden GonzalezESPN Staff Writer CloseESPN baseball reporter. Covered the L.A. Rams for ESPN from 2016 to 2018 and the L.A. Angels for MLB.com from 2012 to 2016.MIAMI — They had

Premier League kit names, numbers and logo redesigned for 2023-24 seasonMar 17, 2023Chris WrightToe Poke writer Every player in the Premier League will sport brand new names and numbers on their shirts from the start of the 2023-24 season after the font has undergone a redesign for only the fourth time in the division’s 31-year

NMSU review urges new policies on weapons possession, curfewplayNew Mexico State cancels men’s basketball season after hazing allegations (2:05)Coley Harvey reports on New Mexico State canceling its men’s basketball season after hazing allegations. (2:05)9:48 PM ETMyron MedcalfESPN Staff Writer Close Covers college basketball Joined ESPN.com in 2011 Graduate of Minnesota State University, MankatoAn internal investigation

Mar 15, 2023Rich CiminiCloseRich CiminiESPN Staff WriterLongtime Jets beat writer for New York Daily News Syracuse University graduateRob DemovskyCloseRob DemovskyESPN Staff WriterCovered Packers for Green Bay Press-Gazette from 1997-2013 Two-time Wisconsin Sportswriter of the Year as selected by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters AssociationQuarterback Aaron Rodgers said Wednesday on “The Pat McAfee Show” that he

Infantino compares his election victory to Rwanda’s recovery from genocide (1:40)Gianni Infantino compares winning his first term as FIFA president in 2016 to Rwanda’s recovery from genocide as he wins a second term. (1:40)Gianni Infantino was reelected as FIFA president during the 73rd Congress in Kigali, Rwanda, on Thursday.Infantino stood unopposed, making his reelection as

Mar 15, 2023Tonya SimpsonCloseTonya Simpson is an award-winning writer for ESPN. She is based in Raleigh, N.C. and can be reached at Tonya.M.Simpson@espn.com.HANDS, FINGERS, ELBOWS and hips jab at Aliyah Boston as she catches the ball on the baseline inside South Carolina’s Colonial Life Arena. Surrounded by three LSU players, Boston pinballs against them as

Mar 14, 2023Rob DawsonCorrespondent MANCHESTER, England — Erling Haaland scored five times as Manchester City hammered RB Leipzig 7-0 to book their place in the Champions League quarterfinals.City reached the last eight for the sixth year in a row after Haaland found the net five times in under an hour at the Etihad Stadium. Ilkay

What the World Cup will look like in 2026: 48 teams, more groups, more venues, more gamesplayHow will a 48-team World Cup work in 2026? (2:03)Dale Johnson explains how the next World Cup could work with a 48-team competition planned for 2026. (2:03)6:17 AM ETDale JohnsonGeneral Editor, ESPN FC It’s not even three months since

From a change at the top of the tree to movement at the bottom, here are the talking points from the most recent weekend of Women’s Super League action.1. Chelsea respond with victory…Enduring a below-par season on the pitch in terms of performances, Chelsea’s dip in form finally caught up with them in the Conti

7:00 AM ETAlden GonzalezESPN Staff Writer CloseESPN baseball reporter. Covered the L.A. Rams for ESPN from 2016 to 2018 and the L.A. Angels for MLB.com from 2012 to 2016.ONE OF THE most captivating players in the early part of this year’s World Baseball Classic has been Randy Arozarena, a man who famously saves his best

Mar 12, 2023Myron MedcalfESPN Staff Writer Close Covers college basketball Joined ESPN.com in 2011 Graduate of Minnesota State University, MankatoWe have our bracket!In men’s college basketball, the chaos will soon begin now that the field of 68 has been announced. And this season, it seems as if anything could happen. Maybe the powerhouses will dominate

Mar 12, 2023Mike TannenbaumESPN While there are always big names in the NFL free agency pool who will earn the big-money deals, some of the best signings are the guys who teams can sign at value. When I was an NFL executive with the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins, I always went into March

‘Dream come true’: Sammy Smith, 18, wins 1st Xfinity Series race8:27 PM ETAssociated Press AVONDALE, Ariz. — Sammy Smith won the Xfinity Series race at Phoenix Raceway on Saturday, the first victory for the 18-year-old high school student who is taking classes online so he can be a full-time driver.Making his 13th start in the

4:53 PM ETKatherine TerrellESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered the NFL since 2013 Previously covered the Saints for the Times-Picayune and The Athletic Bengals beat writer for ESPN from 2016-19NEW ORLEANS — Saints quarterback Derek Carr is ready to reinvent himself.The Saints introduced Carr in a news conference that spanned 45 minutes on Saturday. Carr sat next

Packers president talks about Aaron Rodgers’ future (2:09)Packers president Mark Murphy discusses what’s happening with the future of Aaron Rodgers and Green Bay. (2:09)Mar 10, 2023Rob DemovskyESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered Packers for Green Bay Press-Gazette from 1997-2013 Two-time Wisconsin Sportswriter of the Year as selected by the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters AssociationGREEN BAY, Wis. —

1:21 PM ETMark SchlabachESPN Senior Writer CloseSenior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of GeorgiaAttorneys for Tiger Woods said he never had an oral or written tenancy agreement with former girlfriend Erica Herman, who has sued a trust — that she claims Woods controls — for at

Will DeMeco Ryans’ defensive background influence the Texans’ draft? (0:43)Field Yates weighs in on whether DeMeco Ryans’ background as a defensive coordinator could affect the Texans’ strategy with the No. 12 pick. (0:43)Mar 9, 2023DJ Bien-AimeESPN HOUSTON — The Houston Texans will forfeit their original fifth-round selection in the 2023 NFL draft and have been

No charges are immediately being filed against former NBA All-Star Shawn Kemp following his arrest in a drive-by shooting in Washington, prosecutors said Thursday.Kemp, 53, was booked for investigation of felony drive-by shooting shortly before 6 p.m. local time Wednesday in Tacoma, online jail records show. No one was injured in the shooting.Adam Faber, a

Alabama’s Brandon Miller calls Tuscaloosa shooting ‘really heartbreaking’ (0:21)Alabama’s Brandon Miller declined to discuss specifics about the fatal shooting of Jamea Jonae Harris, but he called the entire situation “really heartbreaking.” (0:21)Mar 8, 2023Michael RothsteinESPN Staff Writer ClosePreviously covered University of Michigan for ESPN.com and AnnArbor.com Also covered Notre Dame for Fort Wayne Journal GazetteAlabama

Are superteams good for the WNBA? (2:10)The Around the Horn crew discusses the impact that the loaded rosters of the Aces and Liberty will have on the WNBA. (2:10)3:31 PM ETM.A. VoepelESPN.com CloseM.A. Voepel covers the WNBA, women’s college basketball, and other college sports for espnW. Voepel began covering women’s basketball in 1984, and has

Buccaneers releasing starting left tackle Donovan SmithplayBucs OT Donovan Smith released (0:25)Adam Schefter explains why Buccaneers left tackle Donovan Smith and other veterans will be released for salary cap reasons this week. (0:25)Mar 7, 2023Jenna LaineESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered the Buccaneers since 2009 Joined ESPN in 2016TAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ roster purge

Mar 6, 2023Paul Carr and Dan ThomasThe UEFA Champions League round of 16 continues with the second legs of four matchups taking place on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. The remaining four matchups will finish up next week, after which time the quarterfinals draw will take place.With all that in mind, let’s get to

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It’s World Baseball Classic time! The international baseball tournament is back for the first time since 2017 and features some of baseball’s most stacked lineups maybe … ever.In its fifth edition, the World Baseball Classic will start on March 8, with pool play spanning Japan, Taiwan, Florida and Arizona and featuring 20 teams. Two will

There are 12 weight classes in the UFC. Only three of them have title fights booked. There’s a lot of “TBD” going on at the moment at the very top of MMA’s leading promotion.However, there are plenty of big-stakes fights either on the books, in the works or worth considering as possibilities. There are fighters

Miami earns No. 1 seed in ACC, shares title with VirginiaplayMiami storms the court after toping No. 25 Pitt, winning ACC (0:37)Miami storms the court after holding off Pittsburgh 78-76 to win its second ACC regular season in program history. (0:37)Mar 4, 2023Associated Press CORAL GABLES, Fla. — Miami coach Jim Larrañaga climbed the ladder

2:42 AM ETJeff WagenheimESPN It was inevitable that Jon Jones would end up as the heavyweight champion of the world. When Jones choked out Ciryl Gane in just 2 minutes and 4 seconds on Saturday night in Las Vegas to capture the vacant UFC belt, it fulfilled a prophecy — right? Long ago, the foreshadowing

Ryan Clark goes on epic rant about Mike McCarthy’s lack of accountability (1:23)Ryan Clark sounds off on Mike McCarthy’s comments this week about the Cowboys’ struggles on offense. (1:23)Mar 3, 2023Todd ArcherESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered NFL since 1997, Cowboys since 2003 Previously covered Bengals and Dolphins Lives in Dallas area with his wife and two

7:51 PM ETESPN News Services NASCAR superstar Chase Elliott had successful surgery for an unspecified injury to his left leg Friday night, hours after a snowboarding accident in Colorado.He will miss this weekend’s NASCAR race at Las Vegas.Team owner Rick Hendrick told The Associated Press on Friday night that Elliott was “just out of surgery”

Jordan Poole’s 34-point game powers Warriors to comeback win (1:52)Jordan Poole scores 22 of his 34 points in the third quarter as the Warriors come back to beat the Clippers. (1:52)2:21 AM ETKendra AndrewsESPN SAN FRANCISCO — When Stephen Curry went down with a lower left leg injury in early February, it became the Golden

Mar 2, 2023Jeff LegwoldESPN Senior Writer Close Covered Broncos for nine years for Denver Post and Rocky Mountain News Previously covered Steelers, Bills and Titans Member of Pro Football Hall of Fame Board of Selectors since 1999NFL team decision-makers are digging into 2023 draft preparations as combine workouts kick off in Indianapolis Thursday. Of course

11:07 AM ETMarc RaimondiESPN Staff Writer ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — JON JONES was giddy entering the Zia Strength Systems gym one afternoon last summer. Jones could not wait to tell Jordan Chavez, his strength and conditioning coach, the good news.Jones had fought the entirety of his accolade-filled career at light heavyweight — 205 pounds. Before cutting

Mar 1, 2023ESPN News Services Former Georgia star Jalen Carter, one of the top prospects in next month’s NFL draft, has been charged with reckless driving and racing in connection with a crash that killed a teammate and a recruiting staff member.The Athens-Clarke County (Georgia) Police Department issued an arrest warrant, obtained Wednesday by The

Darlington: Lamar Jackson to the Dolphins would be a ‘slam dunk’ (1:50)Rob Ninkovich and Jeff Darlington debate whether the Dolphins should try to land Lamar Jackson. (1:50)5:16 PM ETJamison HensleyESPN Staff Writer CloseUniversity of Maryland graduate Lives in the Baltimore area with his wife and sonAt the NFL combine Wednesday, Eric DeCosta was asked whether

Bengals not trading Tee Higgins: ‘Find your own’ WR (0:54)Bengals team executive Duke Tobin emphatically makes it known Tee Higgins isn’t on the trading block. (0:54)Feb 28, 2023Ben BabyESPN Staff Writer CloseESPN Staff Writer Previously a college football writer for The Dallas Morning News University of North Texas graduateINDIANAPOLIS — The Cincinnati Bengals emphatically let

Should low ratings on CW debut worry LIV? (2:27)Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser react to the low television ratings for LIV Golf’s season opener. (2:27)5:21 PM ETMark SchlabachESPN Senior Writer CloseSenior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of GeorgiaThe LIV Golf League promised to be “golf but

Damian Lillard’s 71-point performance on Sunday might have been great for his fantasy managers but could hurt his teammates’ fantasy outlooks moving forward. Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty ImagesFeb 27, 2023Andre SnellingsESPN Here are a few Monday morning thoughts from the Hoops Lab, as we prepare for Week 20 of the fantasy basketball season. Keep in mind

10:00 AM ETMark SchlabachESPN Senior Writer CloseSenior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of GeorgiaWith the Honda Classic sandwiched between four of the PGA Tour’s biggest events, it’s no wonder its leaderboard was lacking in star power this past weekend.Many of the tour’s most recognizable names played

Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, Florida, is the location for the PGA Tour’s Arnold Palmer Invitational Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY SportsThe 2023 PGA Tour continues with the Arnold Palmer Invitational, which begins Thursday. It will take place at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club & Lodge, a par-72 course in Orlando, Florida. The tournament

MLB reviewing exchange between Oliver Marmol, C.B. BucknorplayFlashback: Oliver Marmol needs to be restrained from ump C.B. Bucknor (0:55)On Aug. 21, 2022, St. Louis Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol was ejected from the game after arguing a strike call on Nolan Arenado and lets umpire C.B. Bucknor hear it. (0:55)12:48 PM ETBuster OlneyESPN Senior Writer CloseSenior

Batter clock violation ends Braves-Red Sox game (1:19)With the bases loaded and a 3-2 count in a game tied at 6, the Braves’ Cal Conley strikes out after not getting in the box in time. (1:19)Feb 25, 2023Associated Press Cal Conley of the Atlanta Braves thought he had just won the game with a two-out

Feb 24, 2023Dan MurphyESPN Staff Writer CloseCovers the Big TenJoined ESPN.com in 2014Graduate of the University of Notre DameThe NCAA issued its first sanctions in a case related to name, image and likeness opportunities for college athletes Friday, dinging the Miami women’s basketball program with a year of probation and other minor penalties for its

Why the Chiefs chose Matt Nagy as OC (1:07)Mina Kimes and Ryan Clark react to the news of Matt Nagy replacing Eric Bieniemy as the Chiefs’ offensive coordinator. (1:07)Feb 24, 2023Adam TeicherESPN Staff Writer CloseCovered Chiefs for 20 seasons for Kansas City Star Joined ESPN in 2013KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Chiefs stayed within the

5:35 PM ETAssociated Press KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee suspended baseball coach Tony Vitello on Friday for the Volunteers’ weekend series with Dayton while university officials, Vitello and the NCAA handle a violation in the program.Officials announced the suspension right before the third-ranked Volunteers opened a three-game set with Dayton. Josh Elander is replacing Vitello as

Subban: Bruins look ‘impossible to beat’ after trade for Hathaway, Orlov (0:34)P. K. Subban says the Bruins look even better after trading for Dmitry Orlov and Garnet Hathaway. (0:34)7:07 PM ETRyan S. ClarkNHL reporter CloseRyan S. Clark is an NHL reporter for ESPN.Hours after they announced that both players would be held out for trade

Mad Dog and Stephen A. disagree over who needs an NBA title more (1:48)Chris “Mad Dog” Russo tells Stephen A. Smith he should have included Kevin Durant in his list of stars most in need of an NBA championship. (1:48)5:18 PM ETBrian WindhorstESPN Senior Writer CloseESPN.com NBA writer since 2010 Covered Cleveland Cavs for seven

With opening day approaching Saturday, Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber expressed hopes of picking a 30th team by the end of the year and defended an expanded playoff format in which 18 of 29 clubs make the postseason.MLS has nearly tripled in size from 2004, when it was a 10-team league. St. Louis City