Rockets coach Mike D'Antoni said he expects Chris Paul's status for Monday's Game 7 of the West finals to be a game-time decision.
- 42 mins ago 28 May 18, 12:21am -

Stefan Wilson's inspiring story almost led to an improbable Indianapolis 500 finish on Sunday, but he had to make one last pit stop.
- 1 hour ago 27 May 18, 11:58pm -

A 17-year-old player for a North Carolina youth basketball team collapsed on the court while playing in a tournament game in Virginia and later died.
- 2 hours ago 27 May 18, 10:48pm -

The San Diego Padres acquired pitcher Phil Hughes from the Minnesota Twins on Sunday for minor league catcher Janigson Villalobos, hoping the former All-Star can find his form in a new spot.
- 2 hours ago 27 May 18, 10:44pm -

Power won the 102nd running of the Indy 500, giving the 37-year-old Australian his biggest victory on IndyCar's grandest stage.
- 3 hours ago 27 May 18, 9:51pm -

Danica Patrick's race ended when she lost control of her car and hit the outside wall in Turn 2.
- 4 hours ago 27 May 18, 8:39pm -

Rafael Nadal and Maria Sharapova open up their French Open campaigns Monday, and both should sail -- at least on paper.
- 5 hours ago 27 May 18, 8:29pm -

Real Madrid's Champions League final win over Liverpool was a work of art. So why hasn't it been the subject of adoration for everyone in the game?
- 5 hours ago 27 May 18, 7:41pm -

If her opening-round loss at the Australian Open wasn't painful enough, Venus Williams fell in her first match in Paris. It's not the way she expected things to go.
- 6 hours ago 27 May 18, 7:09pm -

Daniel Ricciardo secured a victory against the odds at the Monaco Grand Prix after grappling with power unit issues for two-thirds of the 78-lap race.
- 8 hours ago 27 May 18, 5:03pm -

Our top two are obvious, but who lines up after Alex Ovechkin and Marc-Andre Fleury? We go 50 deep.
- 10 hours ago 27 May 18, 2:55pm -

Keaton Parks started in the Dallas youth soccer scene before making it in the Portuguese professional ranks. Now he's set for his U.S. bow.
- 11 hours ago 27 May 18, 1:56pm -

The Splash Brothers came through for the Warriors with their season on the line, and the fun in this series shall continue for one more day.
- 17 hours ago 27 May 18, 8:06am -

Though only four teams remain in the postseason, several of the league's biggest signature shoe stars are still in the hunt and have been flexing some heat lately.
- 19 hours ago 27 May 18, 6:12am -

Ancajas retained his IBF junior bantamweight title for the fifth time, outboxing mandatory challenger Jonas Sultan en route to a unanimous decision victory Saturday.
- 20 hours ago 27 May 18, 4:59am -

Not since the 1970s has a club won three straight European Cups. Real Madrid's achievement is unparalleled in modern football, so where's the love?
- 1 day ago 27 May 18, 12:11am -

It wasn't an easy third round for McIlroy, but he fought past hitting multiple spectators and shares the lead with a fast-charging Molinari.
- 1 day ago 26 May 18, 10:01pm -

You may know Olive Sagapolu as the 335-pound lineman doing backflips on the beach, but he has other hidden talents, too.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 7:07pm -

Ronda Rousey is getting a title shot at Money in the Bank, but has the WWE rushed its new star, who is still working on her in-ring ability?
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 3:00pm -

From football to cricket, rugby to F1, French Open tennis to UFC and everything in between, this weekend of sport promises to be huge -- and ESPN is there every step of the way.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 1:56pm -

Which team has the superior first line? The better power play? Who has been blessed by the hockey gods? We debate eight categories and make picks.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 1:40pm -

Fifteen years after his unbelievable and unlikely 2003 World Series of Poker main event win, Chris Moneymaker looks back at his experiences over that stretch -- through highs and lows -- and explains how he came out the other side better for it.
- 3 days ago 24 May 18, 7:00pm -

Why can't the NFL get it right with its anthem policy and clumsy handling of players' rights? The answer has to do with sincerity and trust.
- 3 days ago 24 May 18, 2:23pm -

To be India's best cricketer is to live with the suffocating, infuriating, frightening trappings of fame. But for Virat Kohli, it's seductive all the same.
- 4 days ago 23 May 18, 2:26pm -

From the number of letters to the language of origin, the trickiest traits of National Spelling Bee words
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 10:27pm -

To find the 100 most famous athletes in the world, we started with a list of 600. Then we ranked them based on a formula that consists of three fame factors.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 1:28pm -

Despite the sudden loss of his youngest brother, Cavs guard Kyle Korver has managed to play his best.
- 6 days ago 21 May 18, 3:12pm -

Rams DE Morgan Fox suffered a torn ACL during OTAs, a source told ESPN. He played all 16 games -- including one start -- and had 2.5 sacks last season.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 4:13pm -

With Jason Witten and Dez Bryant gone, the third-year quarterback is expanding his role as the face of the franchise.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 1:50pm -

With Ezekiel Elliott's suspension behind him, the Cowboys expect a big year from the third-year running back.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 1:50pm -

James Conner's inspirational story was celebrated, but on the field he struggled like many rookies. In Year 2, he knows he has "a lot to prove."
- 3 days ago 25 May 18, 1:00pm -

As he prepares to see 'Solo,' the Chargers defensive end and Star Wars fan talks about the current state of the series. He also talks some football.
- 3 days ago 25 May 18, 1:00pm -

A gruesome high school injury could have ended Josh Sweat's football career. Instead, it's provided added motivation that helped him reach the NFL.
- 3 days ago 25 May 18, 1:00pm -

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Terrance Williams told police that former Baylor teammate Kendall Wright was responsible for last week's car accident in Texas.
- 3 days ago 24 May 18, 9:20pm -

Why can't the NFL get it right with its anthem policy and clumsy handling of players' rights? The answer has to do with sincerity and trust.
- 3 days ago 24 May 18, 1:26pm -

No QB has been better throwing TDs outside the pocket since 2008 than Aaron Rodgers, and he doesn't plan on adjusting his game anytime soon.
- 4 days ago 23 May 18, 3:59pm -

There were some high-profile players absent from OTAs and training camp in 2017. How did each get along following his return to the field?
- 4 days ago 23 May 18, 1:37pm -

A class studying the Jets' handling of Christian Hackenberg would be labeled How Not to Groom a Quarterback 101.
- 5 days ago 23 May 18, 1:00pm -

Will OBJ get a new deal? Where will Dez Bryant sign? We take on the NFL's biggest questions left to be answered this offseason.
- 5 days ago 23 May 18, 12:52pm -

Tom Brady at 38? Who ranks above TB12 in ESPN's 3rd annual ranking of the biggest names in sports?
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 2:57pm -

Rookie camps are in the books. It's time for full teams to take the practice field for OTAs. Here's the best stuff from around the NFL.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 2:17pm -

Tom Brady, Julio Jones and Aaron Donald are conspicuously absent but Odell Beckham Jr. is attending OTAs.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 2:17pm -

With other receivers from his draft class landing lucrative deals, the Giants star is out to prove he deserves a long-term contract.
- 6 days ago 21 May 18, 1:30pm -

Is the league expected to reach a resolution on the anthem policy? Here's a breakdown of the four items on the table in Atlanta and their status.
- 7 days ago 21 May 18, 1:02pm -

The league is aiming to make the play safer. But will it work? Here's an inside look at the proposal and whether it's really a long-term solution.
- 7 days ago 21 May 18, 1:00pm -

The Cardinals have their future QB. The Saints are going for it. The Patriots are still atop the AFC. Here's how our experts stack all 32 teams.
- 19 days ago 8 May 18, 2:11pm -

James Harden and Gerald Green were among those who emphasized the Rockets' confidence heading into a decisive Game 7 on their home court, even as star point guard Chris Paul's status remains in doubt because of a hamstring strain.
- 18 hours ago 27 May 18, 6:46am -

Though only four teams remain in the postseason, several of the league's biggest signature shoe stars are still in the hunt and have been flexing some heat lately.
- 19 hours ago 27 May 18, 6:12am -

Golden State Warriors forward Andre Iguodala missed Game 6 against the Houston Rockets and remains day-to-day with a leg bruise.
- 20 hours ago 27 May 18, 5:08am -

During a conference call Saturday, Celtics coach Brad Stevens called Al Horford's play in Friday's Game 6 "outstanding" despite a quiet stat line that saw the All-Star score only 6 points on 2-of-8 shooting.
- 1 day ago 26 May 18, 10:32pm -

LeBron James has made a habit of dominating playoff games at home, and Game 6 was no exception with the Cavaliers facing elimination.
- 2 days ago 26 May 18, 7:18am -

To find the 100 most famous athletes in the world, we started with 600 of the biggest names in sports. Then we ranked them based on a formula of three fame factors.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 3:03pm -

Kevin Durant takes us inside his growing business empire, his Nike negotiations and whether he ultimately might end up in an owner's box.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 3:03pm -

A look back at 13 amazing tales as LeBron James plays on during his 13th postseason.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 1:53pm -

Warriors vs. Rockets is a celebration of the NBA's new normal: A frenzied, rapid-fire style of basketball.
- 10 days ago 17 May 18, 3:22pm -

Mookie Betts was scratched from the Red Sox's lineup Sunday with tightness in his left side and is considered day-to-day. According to manager Alex Cora, Betts "probably won't play Monday" against the Blue Jays.
- 7 hours ago 27 May 18, 6:31pm -

Could Kelvin Herrera be the key player on the move? Not every contender will chase stars, but all of them will be looking for help in the bullpen.
- 10 hours ago 27 May 18, 2:40pm -

Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Nate Eovaldi is set to make his first major league start since having a second Tommy John surgery.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 10:14pm -

The Sox will still owe Ramirez about $15 million for the rest of the season, but with the highest payroll in baseball, they can afford mistakes.
- 2 days ago 25 May 18, 6:57pm -

While a certain superstar infielder's name churns through the rumor mill, Chicago's lineup could be good enough to win as is -- at least for now.
- 3 days ago 25 May 18, 12:47pm -

The early returns from the American League Central aren't pretty, as the .500 Indians lead a group that has been far from good in games outside of the division.
- 3 days ago 25 May 18, 4:06am -

Now that we know baseballs are flying higher than ever, is there a fix? Also, what to make of bullpenning, and get ready for the best series of 2018.
- 3 days ago 24 May 18, 11:15pm -

The divide between haves and have-nots could be historic. But some teams that tore it down are tearing it up. Others? Not so much.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 9:00pm -

So far, the two-way sensation is living up to Ruthian expectations. But how will he possibly keep this up? We trace his journey back to Japan in search of the surprising answer.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 1:29pm -

Are the Angels using Ohtani correctly? So far, the planets have aligned for L.A. and its two-way star.
- 5 days ago 22 May 18, 1:29pm -

Three decades after Pete Rose's betting got him banned for life, MLB is entering a potentially lucrative, exhilarating and messy new frontier.
- 6 days ago 21 May 18, 7:08pm -

The Cubs could take their chances with a Manny Machado trade, but their shortstop is working on delivering a big bounce-back effort at the plate.
- 7 days ago 20 May 18, 4:53pm -

Need hot-corner help? You're in luck. But for teams such as the O's, getting big value in return for Manny Machado might not be so easy this summer.
- 7 days ago 20 May 18, 4:53pm -