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Apr 29, 2026

Brunson's 'phenomenal' performance lifts Knicks
With the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series tied at 2-2, New York's Jalen Brunson delivered a signature game at the right time, helping the Knicks to post a comfortable 126-97 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Dominant defense smothers Stars in Wild's G5 win
After trailing this Western Conference first-round series 2-1, the Minnesota Wild have now won consecutive games, the last being a 4-2 victory over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night, and are now one win away from advancing for the first time since 2015.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Spurs run away with Game 5 to finish off Blazers
The Spurs are back in the Western Conference semifinals for the first time since 2017 are eliminating the Blazers 114-95 on Tuesday night in Game 5 of their first-round series.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Spurs eliminate Trail Blaz...
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

?? SGA trolls Brooks: 'Realize who the villain is'...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star edited the Suns guard's jersey to troll him after advancing past Phoenix in the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Rockets rule out Durant (ankle) for Game 5
The Rockets, again facing elimination, officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Wednesday night's Game 5 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Embiid's 33 downs Celtics, keeps 76ers alive
Joel Embiid helped the 76ers rally from a 13-point, third quarter deficit, holding the Celtics to just 11 points in the final frame of Game 5.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Don't nitpick, just marvel at the talent of PSG an...
Tuesday's semifinal was a gift: two teams laden with talent, coached well and given the freedom to entertain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Tyran Stokes commits to Kansas: What it means, why...
What the 2026 SC Next 100 No. 1 recruit's decision means for the Jayhawks -- and his own basketball future.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Stokes, potential '27 No. 1 pick, chooses Kansas
Tyran Stokes, the No. 1-ranked player in ESPN's 2026 SC Next 100 and the consensus favorite to be the top pick in the 2027 NBA draft, chose Kansas over Kentucky on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Bettman: Allowing Ducks' OT goal was 'right call'
Commissioner Gary Bettman offered support Tuesday for the ruling that upheld the Anaheim Ducks' overtime goal against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of their Round 1 series, telling the Associated Press Sports Editors "it was absolutely the right call."

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Luis Enrique: PSG-Bayern 'best match' as coach
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique hailed his side's record-breaking 5-4 win over Bayern Munich as the best match he's ever been involved in during his coaching career.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

PSG vs. Bayern was one of the greatest matches Cha...
European giants PSG and Bayern Munich produced one of the greatest games you'll ever see. Yet neither will be happy at a 5-4 score that keeps the tie hanging in the balance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: NCAA tournaments set to expand to 76
The NCAA has initiated the final steps to expand the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments to 76 teams, with sources telling ESPN that clearing the final steps needed is just a formality.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

PSG edge Bayern in historic 9-goal UCL semifinal
PSG came out on top 5-4 in the highest-scoring UCL semifinal on record, but Bayern will like their chances in the second leg at home after going almost blow for blow with the defending champions in an instant European classic.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: NBA finalizing lottery reform proposal
The NBA has proposed a new anti-tanking draft reform that expands the lottery, flattens odds and penalizes the bottom three teams, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Source: Jets considering Russell Wilson for QB2
The Jets, exploring the veteran backup quarterbacks available, had Russell Wilson in for a visit late Monday night, a source told ESPN's Rich Cimini.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Fired Thomson has no animosity towards Phillies
Former Phillies manager Rob Thomson showed no animosity toward the team or front office, which fired him on Tuesday, expressing a desire to remain in the organization if he's wanted.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

12 moves that shaped the WNBA offseason -- and wha...
From coaching hires and key moments in CBA talks to a whirlwind 10 days of player movement, we run down the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'Realize who the villain is': SGA trolls Dillon Br...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star edited the Phoenix Suns guard's jersey to troll him after advancing past them in the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Citi Field clearance: Nats-Mets tickets cheaper th...
The Mets have lost 15 of their past 17 games, and tickets to see the team play are reflecting their record.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

VAR review: Were Bayern wronged by PSG penalty awa...
PSG awarded a potentially decisive penalty for a Bayern Munich handball in a UCL match for the ages.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

PSG, Bayern Munich live up to expectations with ch...
European giants PSG and Bayern Munich produced one of the greatest games you'll ever see. Yet neither will be happy at a 5-4 score that keeps the tie hanging in the balance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Why now? What's next? Making sense of Phillies sha...
Philly decided it was time for a change after a 9-19 start. Will the Phils improve under interim manager Don Mattingly?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: Magic's Wagner uncertain for Game 5
Magic forward Franz Wagner's status for Game 5 is uncertain due to a right calf strain, and his return will depend on how the injury responds to treatment, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Ravens sign undrafted QBs Pavia and Fagnan0
The Ravens signed undrafted quarterbacks Diego Pavia and Joe Fagnano ahead of the team's scheduled rookie minicamp this weekend.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Red cards for mouth-covering approved before WC
Players who cover their mouths when confronting an opponent will be sent off at this summer's World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations v...
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Meet MLB's All-April team -- and the biggest early...
Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars, players to watch and disappointments at every position.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Why the Phillies fired Rob Thomson in April -- and...
Philly decided it was time for a change after a 9-19 start. Will the Phils improve under interim manager Don Mattingly?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid want Mourinho a...
Is Jose Mourinho set for a return to the touchline at Real Madrid? Plus, Arsenal are reportedly interested in Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Why Rayo Vallecano's European run is the miracle o...
Rayo Vallecano, who play in a stadium where opponents mock the facilities, are on the cusp of a European final.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

What if Liverpool didn't sign Mo Salah? Soccer's u...
Mohamed Salah will be remembered as one of the best Liverpool players of all time, but it's easy to forget that he almost didn't even end up at Liverpool. How would the last nine seasons have played out if he'd gone somewhere else?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

UEFA Champions League semifinal live updates: PSG-...
Enjoy all the updates from Tuesday's UEFA Champions League semifinal first-leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Udoka on Durant's status for Game 5: 'We'll see'
Houston's Kevin Durant continues to make progress with his injured left ankle, but his status for Game 5 against the Lakers on Wednesday remains unclear, according to coach Ime Udoka.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Tang rejoins Drew's staff at Baylor, sources say
Former Kansas State head coach Jerome Tang is returning to Baylor to rejoin Scott Drew's coaching staff, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

McDavid a game-time call for Game 5 Tuesday
Oilers star Connor McDavid is a game-time decision for tonight against the Ducks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Last-place Phillies fire Thomson amid woeful start...
The Philadelphia Phillies, off to their worst start to a season in over two decades, fired manager Rob Thomson.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

NCAA reveals Fordham point-shaving plot details
The NCAA released findings from an investigation on Tuesday that revealed how a gambling ring under federal indictment approached players under the guise of being NIL agents.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: Lakers optimistic for Reaves return in G5...
Lakers star Austin Reaves is optimistic to return for Game 5 vs. the Rockets after missing about four weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'We just feed off one another': Have the Sabres fi...
One win from its first series win since 2007, Buffalo has finally unlocked its true potential.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: A pivotal Game 5 and t...
Here are previews for all of Tuesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Monday and updated stats.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Steelers use UFA tender on Aaron Rodgers: What doe...
Pittsburgh adds protection in case the 42-year-old QB bolts elsewhere. ESPN's NFL experts explain next steps.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Seven rounds, 35 great picks: Yates' favorite sele...
Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30? R Mason Thomas in Round 2? Cole Payton on Day 3? Field Yates has the best picks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Kiper's grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Why t...
Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the entire 2026 NFL draft, from the good (Cowboys, Jets) to the very questionable (Rams). See all 32 teams' grades.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

New NBA mock draft! Projecting all 60 picks ahead ...
As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- it's Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft of all 60 picks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Griezmann is already an Atlético legend. Can he wi...
Antoine Griezmann has never won LaLiga or the Champions League, but he's still among the greats. Can he sign off with club soccer's biggest title?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Jones 1st to plead guilty in NBA gambling case
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones has become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that led to the arrests of more than 30 people, including reputed mobsters and other basketball figures.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Steelers put seldom-used UFA tender on Rodgers
The Steelers placed the seldom-used UFA tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Tuesday, which preserves Pittsburgh's right to receive a compensatory draft pick in the event that Rodgers signs with another team before July 22.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Last-place Phillies fire Thomson amid woeful start
The Philadelphia Phillies, off to their worst start to a season in over two decades, fired manager Rob Thomson.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'Ted Lasso' returns to Richmond with Season 4 teaser, release date
Lasso, the eponymous former manager of AFC Richmond, will be coming back to England to coach the franchise's women's team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'Celebrate AND grieve' -- therapist recommends advice to parents of young Mets fans
Due to a recent 12-game losing streak, the Mets can be a tough team to root for, especially for young fans.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Boxing divisional rankings: Was 'Big Baby' Miller's win enough to rejoin the top 10?
Was Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller's third consecutive win enough to crack the heavyweight top 10? Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Week 12 Top 25 and how to watch
Check out our Top 25 poll, plus the player of the week.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Meet MLB's All-April team -- and the biggest early disappointments
Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars, players to watch and disappointments at every position.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations very similar to the Rams' scenario: When has this strategy worked?
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Men's Way-Too-Early Top 25: Biggest risers, fallers after portal, draft deadlines
Florida jumps to the top while Louisville and Indiana join the mix. Here's how next season is taking shape.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Women's Bracketology: South Carolina debuts as No. 1 overall seed for 2026-27
With the additions of Jordan Lee and Oliviyah Edwards, the Gamecocks top our first look at next season's NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

WNBA tiered rankings: Frontcourt players to build around
As you prep for your draft, using these tiers is a helpful way to identify drop-offs during the process.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Mock draft: When to draft Napheesa Collier and others
See how the experts drafted in their fantasy women's basketball mock draft, including when to pick Napheesa Collier.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

12 moves that shaped the WNBA offseason -- and what they mean for 2026
From coaching hires and key moments in CBA talks to a whirlwind 10 days of player movement, we run down the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Replacing the first round of the NFL draft: Who's up next in college football?
Here's who should take over for the 32 teams that lost first-round players in the draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Rankings for the 2026 season
Fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Wetzel: Heisman hopes and career in jeopardy after college football's latest gambling scandal
Brendan Sorsby addressing his gambling addiction feels like an inevitable result of a sports betting boom.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid want Mourinho as next manager
Is Jose Mourinho set for a return to the touchline at Real Madrid? Plus, Arsenal are reportedly interested in Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Why Rayo Vallecano's European run is the miracle of the season
Rayo Vallecano, who play in a stadium where opponents mock the facilities, are on the cusp of a European final.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: Lakers optimistic for Reaves return in G5
Lakers star Austin Reaves is optimistic to return for Game 5 vs. the Rockets after missing about four weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

? Mel Kiper's grades for all 32 NFL draft classes
Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the entire 2026 NFL draft, from the good (Cowboys, Jets) to the very questionable (Rams). See all 32 teams' grades.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Griezmann is already an Atlético legend. Can he win Champions League and leave for MLS on a high?
Antoine Griezmann has never won the Champions League. Can he sign off with club soccer's biggest title?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

What if Liverpool didn't sign Mo Salah? Soccer's ultimate alternative history
Mohamed Salah will be remembered as one of the best Liverpool players of all time, but it's easy to forget that he almost didn't even end up at Liverpool. How would the last nine seasons have played out if he'd gone somewhere else?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Updated 2026 NBA mock draft: Who's rising and falling ahead of the lottery?
As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- it's Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft of all 60 picks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

What to expect from the rookie class
Matt Bowen provides his analysis of this year's rookie class in fantasy, in terms of redraft and dynasty value.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Winners and losers after NFL draft: Price-to-Seattle a perfect fit?
Which players benefited most from the happenings during draft weekend, and which saw their stocks fall the most.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Notre Dame heads into 2026 with a QB it hasn't had in a long time
CJ Carr is forging his own path with the Irish. He could also be the QB to lead them to a title.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'We just feed off one another': Have the Sabres figured out the formula to win the Stanley Cup?
One win from its first series win since 2007, Buffalo has finally unlocked its true potential.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: A pivotal Game 5 and two potential elimination games
Here are previews for all of Tuesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Monday and updated stats.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Closer stock watch: Underrated Robert Suarez on the rise
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Fantasy baseball news: Travis Bazzana getting the call from Cleveland
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

MLB April All-Stars -- and the biggest early disappointments
Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars, players to watch and disappointments at every position.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Feds planning to file new charges against Rozier
Prosecutors expect to file superseding charges of sports bribery and honest services wire fraud against Terry Rozier, an assistant U.S. attorney said.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Foul call? Streak ends for Pads' Miller amid drama
Mason Miller's streak of 34 2/3 scoreless innings -- a Padres record and the eighth-longest streak for a reliever since 1961 -- came to an end with some controversy.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Does the Rams' Stafford-Simpson approach make sense? Barnwell looks at 12 similar past situations
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Keldon Johnson's move to the bench kick-started San Antonio's resurgence
The Sixth Man of the Year is an undisputed leader in San Antonio and helped lead the Spurs back to the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Seven rounds, 35 great picks: Yates' favorite selections from the NFL draft
Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30? R Mason Thomas in Round 2? Cole Payton on Day 3? Field Yates has the best picks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Revealing 2026's Prospect X, his unique backstory and dramatic NFL draft journey
This year's diamond in the NFL scouting rough ended up getting drafted. You won't believe his story.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Alonso on three-man Chelsea manager shortlist
Xabi Alonso is reportedly on Chelsea's shortlist to be their next manager, while Arsenal are interested in Victor Osimhen. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

OKC again starts playoff run with 1st-round sweep
The Thunder opened these playoffs in similar fashion to last season's championship run, sweeping their first-round series, this time against the Suns.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Pushed to brink, 60-win Pistons vow 'to be better'
With another lackluster performance that included 20 turnovers, Detroit, the No.  1 seed in the Eastern Conference, lost to the Orlando Magic in Game 4 on Monday night, a result that shoved star Cade Cunningham and the Pistons to the brink of elimination.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Jokic's triple-double powers Nuggets to a Game 6
Nikola Jokic snapped out of his prolonged funk with a triple-double, Spencer Jones provided a key spark and the Nuggets staved off elimination with a chippy 125-113 win over the injury-riddled Timberwolves in Game 5 of their playoff series Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

East playoff takeaways: Magic take 3-1 series lead with win over Pistons
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Follow live: Nuggets, Timberwolves faceoff in pivotal Game 5
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ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Pens win again, happy to find stride just in time
Connor Dewar, Kris Letang and Elmer Soderblom scored and the Pittsburgh Penguins avoided elimination for the second time in 48 hours with a 3-2 win over Philadelphia in Game 5 of their first-round series Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Magic grind out Game 4 win, push Pistons to brink
The Magic overcame 32.6% shooting to win Game 4 and push the No. 1 seed Pistons to the brink of elimination.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Sources: LIV Golf will postpone New Orleans stop
LIV Golf's scheduled tournament in New Orleans in June will be postponed, sources told ESPN's Mark Schlabach on Monday, as the league continues to attempt to secure additional funding after Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund pulled back its commitment.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Sources: Guardians call up '24 No. 1 pick Bazzana
The Guardians are calling up former No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana for the second game of their series vs. Tampa Bay.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Flagg edges Knueppel in tight Rookie of Year vote
Mavericks star Cooper Flagg, who shattered records as a teenage rookie this season, earned Rookie of the Year on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Feds: Plan to file new charges against Rozier
Prosecutors expect to file superseding charges of sports bribery and honest services wire fraud against Terry Rozier, an assistant U.S. attorney said.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Follow live: Pistons look to level series against Magic in Game 4
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ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Flagg beats out Knueppel in tight ROY race
Mavericks star Cooper Flagg, who shattered records as a teenage rookie this season, earned Rookie of the Year on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Breslow talks with Story, open to feedback on style
Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said Monday he's open to feedback about his communication style, which drew criticism a day earlier in the wake of the team's surprise firing of manager Alex Cora and five members of his coaching staff.

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