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- WNBAGetting ready to roll 😤 Saniya Rivers putting in the work ahead of tipoff. 📺 8pm/ET | Prime Video
- MLBA's prospect Lasko facing 'lengthy' recovery after collisionAthletics prospect Ryan Lasko, who broke his back in a frightening collision with a minor league teammate Tuesday, posted on social media Thursday he faces a "lengthy" recovery but hopes to return to baseball.
- NBA2026 NBA offseason trade grades: Walker Kessler, Ja Morant dealsWe're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the deal that sent big man Walker Kessler to the Lakers.
- WNBAAzzi is back in Connecticut 🤩 Fudd gets warm as the @DallasWings look to go head-to-head against the Sun at 8pm/ET! 📺 Prime
- NBABilly Donovan has agreed to become the lead assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs and head coach Mitch Johnson, sources tell me and @...
- MLBBe careful what you consume on Fourth of July weekend and do not be like Rickey Henderson.
- MLBFantasy Baseball Forecaster Week 15: July 6-19Set your lineups for the weeks ahead in fantasy baseball with our preview featuring pitcher rankings, hitter ratings and schedule observations.
- MLBMisiorowski unlikely to pitch in All-Star Game due to scheduleBrewers ace Jacob Misiorowski is in line to start the Sunday before the All-Star break, which would make him ineligible to pitch in the All-Star Game two nights later.
- MLBRockies erupt for 14-4 win over the Marlins, fueled by a 7-run sixth— Jake McCarthy drove in four runs, Mickey Moniak had two RBI and finished a triple shy of a cycle, and the Colorado Rockies beat the Miami Marlins 14-4 on Thursday to earn a split in the four-game series.
- MLBCavalli, Contreras, 2 others disciplined for Nats-Red Sox dustupCade Cavalli and Willson Contreras each have been suspended seven games for their roles in a benches-clearing brawl at Fenway Park on Tuesday night. Miles Mikolas received a five-game suspension, and Red Sox outfielder Nate Eaton got a three-game ban.
- NBASuns officials finalized the deal on Thursday night with Mark Bartelstein and Ross Aroyo of @PrioritySports, as Spencer departs the Warri...
- NBASources: 76ers enter mix for LeBron James after Jaylen Brown addOne day after trading for Jaylen Brown, the 76ers have entered the mix for LeBron James and are attempting to pitch him, sources said.
- NBAFree agent guard Pat Spencer has agreed to a two-way NBA contract with the Phoenix Suns, sources tell ESPN. Spencer's role grew across th...
- NBAShams: 76ers enter mix for LeBron James
- WNBACan we get a little commotion for the dress? 🤩 Olivia Nelson-Ododa STUNS as she arrives looking to continue the @connecticutsun's win st...
- NBA2026 NBA free agency: Grades for offseason signings, extensionsWe're grading the biggest free agent signings and extensions, including the Quentin Grimes and Sandro Mamukelashvili deals in Los Angeles.
- WNBAHuskies forever 🫂 Paige Bueckers, Aaliyah Edwards, and Azzi Fudd pulled up to today’s Wings-Sun game repping their @UConnwbb roots. Tune...
- WNBACategory: Runway 💅 The @WashMystics are serving LOOKS ahead of tipoff against the Dream at 7:30pm/ET on League Pass.
- MLBMiami Marlins vs. Colorado Rockies: Game Highlights
- NBAFree agent guard Tyus Jones has agreed to a one-year deal to return to the Denver Nuggets, sources tell ESPN. Jones played a reserve role...
- WNBAMonica McNutt's takeaways from WNBA ASG starters
- WNBAUnlock the @seattlestorm vs. the @PhoenixMercury 🤗 Use your FREE WNBA ID to watch today's League Pass game on us. No subscription requir...
- WNBAUnlock the @seattlestorm vs. the @PhoenixMercury 🤗 Use your FREE WNBA ID to watch today's League Pass game on us. No subscription requir...
- NBA2026 NBA buzz: Latest free agency and trade updatesWe're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including the latest on LeBron's next move.
- MLBCincinnati Reds vs. Milwaukee Brewers: Game Highlights
- MLBFantasy baseball lineup advice for Friday: Rogers, Arrighetti among top arms to streamEverything you need to know to set your fantasy baseball lineups for Friday's MLB action.
- WNBAFever's Clark, Boston, Mitchell to start WNBA All-Star GameCaitlin Clark was voted to start her third straight All-Star Game and will be joined by Fever teammates Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston, the WNBA announced.
- WNBAPrimetime in Connecticut 🌟 The @DallasWings open a four-game road trip against a @ConnecticutSun squad looking to make it three straight...
- MLBBraves recall Jim Jarvis, designate Rowdy TellezThe Braves recalled infielder Jim Jarvis from Triple-A Gwinnett on Thursday and designated veteran first baseman Rowdy Tellez for assignment.
- NBAThe 2024-25 NBA champ is returning for his 7th season with the franchise.
- WNBABack in action 👏 The @AtlantaDream head to Washington D.C. to take on the @WashMystics, who are coming off a historic win in just the se...
- NBAFree agent wing Kenrich Williams has reached an agreement to return to the Oklahoma City Thunder on a one-year, $5M deal, league sources...
- NBAFree agent forward Kyle Anderson has agreed to a one-year, $3.9 million deal with the Toronto Raptors, sources tell ESPN. Anderson enters...
- NBAJaylen Brown 'excited and disappointed' after trade to 76ersFormer Celtics star Jaylen Brown says he is "excited and disappointed" over his trade to the 76ers.
- NBARaptors agree to multiyear extension with coach Darko RajakovicThe Raptors have agreed to a multiyear contract extension with coach Darko Rajakovic, who will soon lead a team featuring Kawhi Leonard.
- WNBAIf it's one thing T-Spoon is gonna do, it's bring the energy 🤣🤩 Check out her mic'd up session as she watched her former team, the @nyl...
- NFLFantasy football buzz: Why Loveland has the highest ceiling in ChicagoRome Odunze? Luther Burden III? Here's why Colston Loveland is the most important Bears' pass-catcher.
- NBA2027 NBA championship odds: Sixers shorten to 20-1, Celtics now 13-1An updated look at the odds to win the 2027 NBA Finals following a flurry of free agent signings and blockbuster trades.
- NBALil Wayne, Karl-Anthony Towns top attendees at Michael Rubin's 2026 'White Party'Some of the biggest names in the sports world partied with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin at his annual "White Party."
- MLBLil Wayne, Karl-Anthony Towns top attendees at Michael Rubin's 2026 'White Party'Some of the biggest names in the sports world partied with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin at his annual "White Party."
- NFLLil Wayne, Karl-Anthony Towns top attendees at Michael Rubin's 2026 'White Party'Some of the biggest names in the sports world partied with Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin at his annual "White Party."
- MLBValdez helps Pirates beat Phillies 6-1 to split their four-game series— Esmerlyn Valdez tripled, singled and knocked in two runs, Endy Rodriguez and Nick Gonzales homered and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1 on Thursday.
- NBAShams: 76ers signing Anfernee Simons gives Philly 'more firepower'
- NBASources: Anfernee Simons agrees to deal with revamped 76ersFree agent guard Anfernee Simons has agreed to a two-year, $12.3 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, with a player option in the second season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
- NBAReporting for NBA Today on Jaylen Brown post-76ers trade -- and a major Philadelphia signing as the roster's retooling continues:
- NBAOne free throw rule, embedded ball tech test set for summer leagueThe NBA summer league will test the one free throw rule that has been tested in the G League, as well as embedded sensors in basketballs during July's summer league series.
- MLBFair Territory with @alannarizzo! *My All-Star picks and snubs *Toughest omissions *Why Skenes over Ashcraft *Schwarber vs. Shohei *Mozel...
- NBAJaylen Brown's statement after being traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers: First and foremost, thank you to the Most...
- NFLFournette's funny reaction to being compared to Lukaku
- NBASimons -- who has averaged 18.8 points over the past five seasons and ranked sixth in 3s made off the bench last year -- gives the 76ers...
- NBAMore help for the 76ers:
- NBAJust in: Free agent guard Anfernee Simons has agreed to a two-year, $12.3 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers, with a player option...
- WNBAThe top plays of Olivia Miles rookie season so far
- WNBAAll roads lead to Chicago 🌟 The All-Star starters are ready to light up the Windy City! #WNBAAllStar | @ATT
- NBASources: New York Knicks have tried feverishly to trade for New Orleans Pelicans center Yves Missi after losing Mitchell Robinson, but of...
- WNBALegends in the house 💥 As part of the WNBA’s 30th season celebration, Teresa Weatherspoon and Cynthia Cooper will lead their own teams a...
- NFLThe NFC storylines that Joe Theismann is keeping an eye on
- NFLNFC East: Can Cowboys, Giants or Commanders unseat Eagles?Four big questions for our NFC East reporters, including biggest concerns and how the offseason impacted the QBs.
- NFLLaw enforcement official confirms Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding at MSG on FridayTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.
- NBAPerk can't disagree more with Vincent Goodwill's LeBron statue take
- NBAIs Jayson Tatum or Luka Doncic under more pressure to win a title now?
- NBATim Hardaway Sr.: Son can't wear retired number after Heat dealTim Hardaway Sr. said he isn't letting his retired No. 10 come back into circulation for the Heat, even for his newly signed son.
- NBANBA free agency 2026: Winners, losers, big questions for teamsWhich teams are dominating the offseason? Which already wish they could hit the reset button? We picked 10 winners and losers from free agency.
- WNBAWNBA Turmoil Boils Over as Stars Clash, Coaches ReactThe Ugly Side of the Game: Racist Hate and Hypocrisy Exposed Story: The WNBA’s facade of unity is cracking. Indiana Fever coach Stephanie White didn’t mince words after Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas revealed she’s been bombarded with racist threats and death wishes—all because of a foul on Caitlin Clark. White called the abuse “absolutely unacceptable” and admitted she’s got blind spots too. But let’s be real: this isn’t just about one foul. It’s about a league where Black players get vilified while white stars like Clark get kid-glove treatment. The Numbers Don’t Lie: Thomas, a two-time All-Star, averaged 17.9 PPG, 9.2 RPG, and 7.9 APG last season. Clark? 16.8 PPG, 5.9 RPG, 5.1 APG. Yet who’s getting the hate? Who’s getting the snubs? Sophie Cunningham—Clark’s teammate—called out the WNBA’s poster snub of Clark’s highlight plays, slamming it as “a joke.” But where’s the outrage when Black players get death threats? Collier’s Comeback, Kitley’s Camp, and Literacy Fluff Story: Nap
- WNBAAbsences clés en WNBA avant les matchs de jeudiSituation des joueuses avant le choc de jeudi Le coup dur pour les équipes Trois absences confirmées ce jeudi en WNBA, et pas des moindres. Noémie Brochant (pas de détails sur la blessure) et Taina Mair (forfait) manqueront à l’appel, tandis qu’Ezi Magbegor (probable) reste un doute jusqu’au bout. Les bookmakers ajustent déjà les cotes : son équipe voit sa probabilité de victoire chuter de 12% sans elle, selon les données de RotoWire. Les bonnes nouvelles Côté positif, Monique Akoa Makani et Jordan Horston sont officiellement hors de l’infirmerie. Pas de blessure signalée pour elles, ce qui devrait rassurer leurs staffs techniques. Horston, avec une moyenne de 14,3 pts/match cette saison, représente un atout majeur pour son équipe en attaque. Impact sur les paris Les bookmakers s’attendent à une volatilité des lignes de paris, surtout pour les matchs impliquant les équipes de Brochant et Mair. Les parieurs avisés surveillent déjà les ajustements de dernière minute – un classique en WNB
- CFBXavier Triples Hoops Payroll as NCAA Fights Eligibility WarThe Ledger Xavier’s roster payout just hit $14 million for 2026-27—triple last year’s $5.5M. Pitino spilled the number under oath at an Ohio injunction hearing where 15 players are suing the NCAA for an extra year of eligibility after the new age-based rule passed. The math is simple: the market’s moving faster than the rulebook, and the schools with cash are loading up while the lawyers hash it out in court. The Angle $14M vs. $5.5M: One-year jump is the sharpest public spike yet—call it the portal tax in action. 15 plaintiffs: First wave of athletes testing the new eligibility standard; expect more filings if the injunction sticks. Ohio courtroom: Front line of the legal fight; every ruling sets the table for the next NIL collective arms race.
- MLBMLBPA Pushes Bold Trade, Service Time ReformsMLBPA Proposal Shakes Up Trade Deadline, Service Time Rules The Play: The MLB Players Association dropped a bombshell proposal today, aiming to rewrite key rules—some long overdue, others straight-up game-changers. Here’s the breakdown: Trade Deadline Overhaul: Move it up a week (July 21-27) and let teams flip outrighted players after the deadline. That’s right—no more August waiver wire shenanigans. Contenders get flexibility; sellers can’t sit on assets. Pitcher Service Time Hack: A guy tosses 50+ pitches or goes 3+ innings? Option him the next day, and he still gets 4 days of MLB pay/service time. No more phantom DL stints to manipulate service clocks. Playoff Eligibility Expansion: Any player in the org on September 1 is playoff-eligible—not just injury replacements. Depth arms and September call-ups finally get a shot. Religious Accommodation List: New protected list for players observing religious obligations. Long overdue, but expect pushback on logistics. Rule 5 Draft Date: Lo
- MLBCohen Drops Truth Bombs on Mets MessMets Fire Mendoza, Cohen Sounds Alarm Steve Cohen didn’t sugarcoat it. The Mets owner spilled in a 40-minute pod that he’s "extremely worried" about the team’s direction after canning manager Carlos Mendoza. Cohen took shots at president of baseball ops David Stearns, hinted at tension with stars Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto, and basically called the front office’s moves into question. Numbers Don’t Lie Mets sit at .500 (42-42) after a 3-7 stretch, 8.5 games back in the NL East Team OPS (.720) ranks 12th in MLB—middle of the pack, but not the elite offense Cohen paid for Bullpen ERA (4.12) is worse than the league average (3.98), and that’s with Edwin Díaz closing Cohen’s worry isn’t just hot air. The Mets are spending $350M+ on payroll this year and look like a .500 team with chemistry issues. If Stearns can’t fix the clubhouse or the pen, expect fireworks by the trade deadline. Yankees Hit Rock Bottom Without Judge Meanwhile, the Yankees are a dumpster fire. A "te
- NFLALS Fight Revived, NBA Chaos, USMNT Wins BigChris Johnson’s ALS Battle Sparks Ice Bucket Challenge Revival The Story: Former NFL running back Chris Johnson—aka "CJ2K"—isn’t just fighting ALS, he’s calling for a full-blown comeback of the Ice Bucket Challenge. The 2014 viral sensation raised over $220M for ALS research, and Johnson’s pushing hard to reignite that fire. LeBron James is already tagged in the challenge, and if history repeats, this could snowball fast. Johnson’s diagnosis puts a face on the disease, and the timing’s right—summer’s here, the ice is cold, and the cause is urgent. The bet: If LeBron takes the plunge, this thing goes nuclear. USMNT Stuns with Knockout Stage Win The Story: The U.S. Men’s National Team just did something they’ve only pulled off once before—win a knockout-stage match. No details on the opponent yet, but the vibes are real. This squad’s been doubted for years, and while it’s early, a win like this could be the spark they need. The bet: If they keep this energy, the World Cup’s wi
- MLBFantasy baseball: May hopes to forget awful end to June in first July startAll of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
- MLBRays have two top-10 hitters? Skubal surges? 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.
- NFLChris Johnson seeks Ice Bucket Challenge revival amid ALS diagnosisFormer NFL running back Chris Johnson is calling for the revival of the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness of ALS as he fights the progressive nervous system disease.
- NFLTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding (FAQ version)We're answering -- or attempting to answer -- everything you want to know about the sports x pop culture event of the summer.
- WNBACollier back at practice, looks to boost red-hot Miles, LynxMinnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier has returned to team practice and activities, keeping her recovery progression from surgeries on both ankles on track as expected.
- WNBAWNBA player rankings: The top 50 players in the leagueFrom former MVPs such as A'ja Wilson to five rookies, these are the best players eight weeks into the WNBA season.
- NBAPerk: Brad Stevens handed 76ers a trip to the Finals next year
- MLBFantasy baseball forecaster: Team hitting ratingsStay ahead of the game and optimize your fantasy baseball hitters with our forecaster, which provides a rolling 10-day outlook of every team's hitting matchups as well as the potential for stolen bases.
- MLBFantasy baseball forecaster: Pitcher projections for the next 10 daysKeep up to date on who is pitching -- and how well they're expected to do -- with our forecaster, which provides a rolling 10-day outlook of every team's probable starting pitchers with game score projections.
- MLBFantasy Baseball Reliever Depth ChartOur updated reliever depth chart displays the closer hierarchy for each team, as well as the fatigue factor in each MLB bullpen.
- MLBBreaking down MLB's special July 4 uniforms and capsDuring all MLB games on July 4, teams will don newly designed uniforms with special stars-and-stripes themes.
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