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Apr 18, 2026

East playoffs: Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs cruise past Raptors
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

West playoffs: Jamal Murray drops 30 as Nuggets take Game 1
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Follow live: Knicks host Hawks in Game 1
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Apr 18, 2026

Mets in free fall after losing 10th straight game
The Mets lost their 10th straight game Saturday, the team's longest skid since 2004. Only three teams have made the postseason after a losing streak that long.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Skydiver crashes into Hokies' scoreboard, rescued
A skydiver was rescued and in stable condition after crashing into the Lane Stadium scoreboard before Virginia Tech's spring football game Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

WWE WrestleMania 42 LIVE: Match results and analysis from Night One
ESPN breaks down all the action from Night One of WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Driver dies in German race featuring Verstappen
A driver died following a crash in an endurance sports car race Saturday at the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany, where four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen was also preparing to race.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

De Zerbi vows Spurs can win last 5 to survive
Roberto de Zerbi believes Tottenham can win all five remaining Premier League games to emphatically avoid relegation -- and warned any unhappy players will be turned away from the club's training ground on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

IU transfer Mendoza 'the guy' in Ga. Tech QB fight
Alberto Mendoza has used spring practice to establish himself as the favorite to start at quarterback for Georgia Tech following his transfer from Indiana.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Follow live: Timberwolves and Nuggets rivalry returns for Game 1
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ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Spurs find silver lining vs. Brighton, but not a desperately needed win
Tottenham still haven't won in the Premier League in 2026, following Saturday's 2-2 draw with Brighton. Nevertheless, there are positives to take.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Live updates from the NCAA gymnastics championship final
Florida, LSU, Oklahoma and Minnesota each have a chance to win the NCAA gymnastics team title.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Spurs concede last-gasp goal to stay in drop zone
Tottenham remain in the Premier League relegation zone after they were stunned by a stoppage-time leveller from Brighton substitute Georginio Rutter .

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Spurs motivated, inspired by Popovich address
Hall of Famer and former coach Gregg Popovich, who continues to rehab from a stroke, addressed the Spurs prior to their playoff series against the Trail Blazers.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Boone: Cole needs several more rehab outings
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole said he had a "solid" rehab outing Friday night, but manager Aaron Boone said the veteran right-hander will need "several more" starts before rejoining the big league club.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

?? Inside the fallout of the Russini-Vrabel saga
How Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel scrambled to respond to photos published in the New York Post.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Follow live: Cavaliers host Raptors in Game 1
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Apr 18, 2026

How 48 hours changed the Lakers' season
The Lakers lost two of their three stars. Now they face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets -- as a home underdog.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Revisiting each playoff matchup between LeBron James and Kevin Durant
James and Durant have faced off in the postseason three times, and each matchup proved to be a momentous occasion.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

OKC remains title betting fave; Spurs, C's follow
The Thunder ( 110) remain large betting favorites to repeat as NBA champions, but the betting public also likes the Spurs ( 500) and Celtics ( 550) to give Oklahoma City a run for its money.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Raptors' Quickley (hamstring) out G1 vs. Cavs
Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley will miss Game 1 against the Cavaliers as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury, according to coach Darko Rajakovic.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Mets put struggling Polanco on IL with sore wrist
Mets designated hitter Jorge Polanco was placed on the 10-day injured list with a right wrist contusion.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Wyshynski predicts the entire 2026 Stanley Cup playoff bracket
Who will win each series matchup, and in how many games? Who takes home the Stanley Cup?

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

10 NFL scouts predict the first 10 draft picks
We asked scouts to draft picks for other teams, assigning one to each top-10 slot.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Playoff concessions go big: NBA, NHL teams unveil new foods
It's playoff time in the NBA and NHL, and some teams are breaking out some wild concessions for fans to enjoy in the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Biggest haters funeral: Chris Paul pokes fun at Clippers after play-in tournament loss
The LA Clippers saw their season end Wednesday, and an ex-Clipper made sure to rub salt in the wound.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

OKC remain title betting faves; Spurs, C's follow
The Thunder ( 110) remain large betting favorites to repeat as NBA champions, but the betting public also like the Spurs ( 500) and Celtics ( 550) to give Oklahoma City a run for their money.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Riddick picks his favorite NFL draft prospects: The guys he'd want on his team from Rounds 1-3
Louis Riddick picks his guys in the 2026 class, including some offensive playmakers and ball-hawking defensive backs. See who's on his 10-player list.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Postseason preview: Matchups, biggest questions and what to know
Everything you need to know for the Thunder, Pistons, Spurs, Celtics and 16 other teams chasing the 2026 NBA title.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Riddick's favorite players in the NFL draft class, from first-round locks to exciting sleepers
Louis Riddick picks his guys in the 2026 class, including some offensive playmakers and ball-hawking defensive backs. See who's on his 10-player list.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

How the Stanley Cup will be won: Wyshynski's predictions for the entire bracket
Who will win each series matchup, and in how many games? Who takes home the Stanley Cup?

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

One year later: Who won the Jaguars-Browns draft-day trade for Travis Hunter?
The Browns and Jags swapped picks in 2025 so Jacksonville could draft Hunter. Now, Cleveland has an extra first-rounder in 2026.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye Wharton amid Man United, Real Madrid interest
Liverpool face competition from Manchester United and Real Madrid to sign Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

What did the USWNT learn ahead of World Cup after Japan series?
The USWNT just wrapped their window of three friendly games against Japan, but what did Emma Hayes learn ahead of the World Cup?

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Suns end Warriors' season, await No. 1 Thunder
The Suns knocked out the Warriors 111-96 on Friday night to secure the No. 8 seed and will face the top-seeded Thunder in the first round of the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Kerr on future: These jobs have 'expiration date'
Steve Kerr acknowledged his future with the Warriors was uncertain following a season-ending loss to the Suns, saying, "When the run ends, sometimes it's time for new blood and new ideas."

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Kerr on future: These jobs have 'expiration dates'
Steve Kerr acknowledged his future with the Warriors was uncertain following Friday's season-ending loss to the Suns, saying, "When the run ends, sometimes it's time for new blood and new ideas."

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

?? NFL mini mock draft: Predicting top 10 picks
We asked NFL scouts to make draft picks for other teams, assigning one to each top-10 slot. Which prospects could go early?

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Magic, driven by 'urgency,' rip Hornets to advance
The Orlando Magic built a 35-point lead in the first half on the way to a 121-90 rout of the Charlotte Hornets in a play-in tournament game Friday night and advanced to a first-round playoff matchup against the Detroit Pistons.

ESPN Sports
Apr 18, 2026

Wesley sparks USWNT to 3-0 victory over Japan
Kennedy Wesley recorded her first international goal to lead the United States to a 3-0 friendly win over Japan on Friday night in Commerce City, Colorado.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Follow live: USWNT looks to bounce back in third friendly against Japan
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ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Follow live: Suns in control vs. Warriors with 8-seed at stake
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ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade targets for eliminated teams
Summer is here for franchises that missed the playoffs. What lies ahead for the Hornets, Clippers and more?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Rockets list KD (knee) as questionable for Game 1
Kevin Durant sustained a right knee contusion during practice this week, but the Rockets are optimistic it will not be a significant issue during their first-round playoff series against the Lakers, a source told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Follow live: Magic dominating Hornets with 8-seed in sight
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Apr 17, 2026

'Friday' meets 'Thursday': Rams drop draft teaser inspired by Ice Cube's 1995 film
The short film inspired by the 1995 comedy "Friday" stars the sons of Ice Cube and Chris Tucker, joined by Rams players and celebrity cameos.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Boston, Fever agree to 4-year, $6.3M extension
Three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston has agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the Indiana Fever, her agent told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Fever's Boston lands record $6.3M extension
Three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston has agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the Indiana Fever, her agent told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Inside the fallout of the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel photos
How Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel scrambled to respond to photos published in the New York Post.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Run it back: Liberty sign Big 3 to long-term deals
Liberty announced Friday that forward Breanna Stewart, center Jonquel Jones and guard Sabrina Ionescu all have signed multiyear deals to return to the team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Retired stars Bird, Rapinoe announce separation
Retired sports stars Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced Friday on social media that after a decade together, they are no longer in a relationship.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Frank: Clippers' goal remains to 'win with Kawhi'
LA Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank reaffirmed the team's commitment to Kawhi Leonard long-term at his end-of-season news conference Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Brazil basketball legend Oscar Schmidt dies at 68
Oscar Schmidt, the Basketball Hall of Famer whom his Brazil compatriots know as the "Holy Hand," died on Friday. He was 68.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

'It's all basketball': LaMelo says no rift with Bam
LaMelo Ball of the Charlotte Hornets says he's relieved that Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo wasn't more hurt after the run-in with Ball in the second quarter.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Source: Padres nearing sale for MLB-record $3.9B
The Padres are on the verge of being sold for a record price of $3.9 billion, a source confirmed to ESPN on Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Source: Texans, Anderson agree to $150M deal
Texans and All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr. have agreed to a historic three-year, $150 million extension to make him the highest-paid non-quarterback, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Sources: Brissett not at Cards' offseason program
Cardinals incumbent starter Jacoby Brissett has not been in attendance for the start of the team's offseason program as he waits for a new deal, sources told NFL Network.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

NJ Transit confirms $150 train fares for World Cup
Sky-high ticket prices won't be the only thing emptying the wallets of soccer fans attending World Cup matches at some U.S. venues this spring.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

No. 2 scorer Stojakovic returns to loaded Illinois
Andrej Stojakovic is returning to an Illinois team that will bring back five of its top seven scorers from a group that reached the Final Four.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Alycia Baumgardner's journey to become the face of women's boxing
An early setback and a positive test -- since cleared -- didn't define Baumgardner. Now, she's on the doorstep of leading the sport.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal lead race for Newcastle's Anthony Gordon
Arsenal are best positioned to sign Anthony Gordon this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Source: Padres nearing sale for MLB record $3.9B
The Padres are on the verge of being sold for a record price of $3.9 billion, a source confirmed to ESPN on Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Angels' Garret Anderson, All-Star MVP, dies at 53
Outfielder Garret Anderson, who played 15 of his 17 major league seasons with the Angels and is a member of the team's Hall of Fame, has died at the age of 53.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Avs favored, but Sabres storyline tempts bettors
The Colorado Avalanche, along with the Carolina Hurricanes and Tampa Bay Lightning, are the favorites to win the Stanley Cup, but the betting public is hoping a longshot like the Buffalo Sabres have a chance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Nebraska plans $600M stadium renovation for '28
Nebraska's Memorial Stadium will undergo a $600 million renovation targeted for the start of the 2028 season, according to a plan announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Gen Z is shaking up IndyCar's Millennial, Gen X established order
Experience is invaluable in IndyCar, but with Gen Z drivers first through fourth in the standings, the series is witnessing a changing of the guard.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Draft guide: Rankings, strategies and more
Everything you need to know before your fantasy women's basketball draft, including rankings, tips and news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Man City vs. Arsenal: What to watch for in Premier League title showdown
Arsenal's visit to Man City on Sunday will likely decide who wins the league. Here are the keys to the match.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

NBA awards: Bontemps' ballot for MVP, top rookie, every honor
Which award battles are too close to call? Tim Bontemps unveils his official ballot for MVP, All-NBA, Sixth Man and every major honor.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

N. Dame, Villanova to open hoops season in Rome
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader in Rome to open the season on Nov. 1.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

LIV CEO: League has backing to finish '26 season
Amid questions about the future of LIV Golf, CEO Scott O'Neil told TNT Sports that the league has a financial commitment to finish the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

? MLB draft: Top 85 prospects and 13-pick mock
The top of the 2026 MLB draft is coming into focus. Here's who your team could be targeting this summer.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Guardiola: Title 'is over' if Arsenal beats Man City
Pep Guardiola has said the title race will be "over" if Manchester City lose to Arsenal this weekend.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

WR Flowers: Harbaugh's practices led to injuries
Ravens wideout Zay Flowers says "heavy" practices under former coach John Harbaugh were the reason Baltimore "had a lot of injuries" last season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

WR Knox found negligent in crash, to pay $2.88M
A Texas court issued a default judgment of more than $2.8 million against Theodore Knox, the co-defendant in one of the civil lawsuits against Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice stemming from a 2024 street racing crash in Dallas.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Who's winning the Stanley Cup? All the intel you need on the 16 playoff teams
The postseason Thunderdome is about to open its gate. Which team will emerge as the 2026 Stanley Cup champion?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Lapsed fan's guide to the Stanley Cup playoffs: The NHL's second season begins
Miss anything the past six months? Miss EVERYTHING? Here are the top teams, players, stats and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Fantasy baseball news: Expect Padres bats to stay hot and Friday's news to know
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Mason Miller tops all pitchers? CJ Abrams goes 30-100-30? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

2026 NCAA gymnastics championships: Four teams advance out of semifinals
Florida, LSU, Oklahoma and Minnesota each advanced to Saturday's NCAA gymnastics final after a roller-coaster day of semifinals Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

10 anonymous scouts predict the top of the NFL draft: Mini mock of picks 1-10 -- with a few surprises
We asked NFL scouts to make draft picks for other teams, assigning one to each top-10 slot. Which prospects could go early?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Latest draft buzz: Downs' range, Day 2 steals, DT class, more
When could Caleb Downs and Jordyn Tyson be drafted? What are the Eagles, Giants and Steelers thinking?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Paul Heyman and the making of a wrestling god
The style that Heyman helped pioneer -- violent, confrontational, anti-corporate -- forever changed the course of pro wrestling.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

WrestleMania 42 roundtable: Most anticipated matches, bold predictions
Before we get to a weekend full of wrestling, our crew shares their thoughts on WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

The Buzz is back? Inside the Hornets' turn from league punch line to playoff hopeful
A win against the Orlando Magic on Friday would snap the NBA's longest current playoff drought.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Meet 'Dillon the villain': The NBA's biggest antagonist beloved by teammates
Dillon Brooks has the Suns one win away from the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

USMNT needs ambitious post-World Cup succession plan
Mauricio Pochettino won't coach the USMNT forever, and when he does leave, will U.S. Soccer be able to bring in another big-name boss to replace him?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

19 going on 35: How Konnor Griffin's maturity is making an impression on Pirates
As the Bucs build for the future, the youngest player in MLB has his teammates singing his praises.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Updated 2026 MLB draft rankings: Top 85 prospects and a 13-pick mock draft
The top of the 2026 MLB draft is coming into focus. Here's who your team could be targeting this summer.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Ranked: Who are the top 50 players in the Premier League right now?
With just over a month remaining in the 2025-26 season, we rank the league's best players so far.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Weekend predictions: Can Arsenal hold off Man City? Will Atlético win Copa del Rey?
We've got potential title deciders in England and Germany, a grudge match in Portugal, and the Copa del Rey final: Julien Laurens previews the weekend and makes his predictions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs mega-preview: Cases, X factors, bold predictions for all 16 teams
The postseason Thunderdome is about to open its gate. Which team will emerge as the 2026 Stanley Cup champion?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Slams, blocks and game winners: Top 10 plays from Wemby's record-setting season
Wembanyama has made his case for MVP, DPOY and All-NBA. Here are the top 10 plays that highlight his season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

NBA awards 2026: Bontemps' ballot for MVP, top rookie, every honor
Which award battles are too close to call? Tim Bontemps unveils his official ballot for MVP, All-NBA, Sixth Man and every major honor.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

The biggest question facing every WNBA team in training camp
How will Angel Reese fit the Dream? Will the Wings return to the playoffs? Can Caitlin Clark remain healthy?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

10 NFL draft prospects to put on your fantasy radar -- and three others to monitor
With the NFL draft nearly upon us, it's time to think about how the top prospects will fare in fantasy.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

2027 recruiting class rankings: Oklahoma among top 10 schools off to strong start
These schools are setting the early pace in the class of 2027 recruiting race.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Spring football games: Previewing Virginia Tech, Michigan, Miami and others
Spring football games are in full swing this weekend. Here's what to know ahead of Friday and Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Forget the 40: The true measure of Carnell Tate
Wide receiver Carnell Tate is confident, intelligent and ready to star in the NFL. His mother made sure of it.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Bayern eye Tottenham's Archie Gray
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Archie Gray is being considered for a summer move by Bayern Munich and Liverpool. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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