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What in the world is happening in Cleveland?
The Cavs have changed GMs and could be on the verge of trading their All-Star point guard. What's going on with the East champs? Our five experts break it down.
Cavaliers
NBA
Woj: With Kyrie trade talks swirling, Rose and LeBron finally unite
Before LeBron James' NBA Finals streak, Derrick Rose embraced an Eastern Conference rivalry. Now, they factor into each other's path toward success.
Cavaliers
NBA
Stephen A.: LeBron is caught up in his feelings.
Stephen A. Smith explains the situation pertaining to himself and LeBron James.
Top Headlines
MLB Trade Deadline
MLB
Winners? Losers? At baseball's bonkers trade deadline, nobody really knows
If you're scoring at home during this week's MLB trade frenzy, you might want to put down your pen. Here's why grading deals is a nearly impossible task.
MLB
A trade deadline deal for every team
An Oriole who becomes a National -- or Matt Kemp as a DH? Here are the moves that could boost contenders now and improve sellers' fortunes down the road.
MLB
Olney: Trade Sonny Gray to Yankees, as time is right for big markets to get their ace
Context is everything at the deadline, and everything is aligning for the Dodgers, Cubs and Yankees to go after the right pieces for a playoff run.
Patriots
NFL
Patriots
NFL
How Bill Belichick has mastered the art of saying nothing
The Patriots coach held more than 100 news conferences last season, and each provided its own window into how he flawlessly navigates through the NFL's many daily briefings.
Patriots
NFL
Best of Belichick's news conferences.
Belichick says so much by saying so little.
NFL
NFL
Starting lineup, roster projections for all 32 NFL teams
NFL Nation reporters project the lineup and rosters and preview what to expect in training camp for every team.
NFL
Best fits for top 10 free agents
Robert Griffin III. Colin Kaepernick. Darrelle Revis. Three veteran players are in need of jobs -- and they're not the only ones.
Cavaliers
NBA
Cavaliers
NBA
Is Kyrie Irving one trade away from his Kobe moment?
Is Kyrie good enough to run his own team and win? His "Mamba mentality" suggests one thing, but the stats haven't backed it up yet.
Cavaliers
NBA
Stephen A. clarifies Kyrie's issue.
Stephen A. Smith explains why Kyrie Irving and his reps have a problem with how word of his trade demand went public.
Cavaliers
NBA
Lowe: The Irving trades that could actually happen
Cleveland wants a king's ransom in a deal. Here is a look at the Cavs' potential trade partners.
Yankees
MLB
Frazier hits into triple play.
In his first at-bat at home as a member of the Yankees, Todd Frazier starts a triple play with a grounder that still scores Matt Holliday in the second inning.
MLB
Wednesday's Games
Cowboys
NFL
Cowboys
NFL
Jason Garrett repeats answer eight times in response to Lucky Whitehead move
The Cowboys coach made it clear that Whitehead will not be returning to the team, and he was in no mood to elaborate on the decision.
Cowboys
NFL
Whitehead feels 'thrown to the wolves' by Cowboys.
In an interview with ABC News, former Dallas WR Lucky Whitehead expresses his disappointment with the team.
NFL
Madden ratings for every 2017 first-round pick
Rookie ratings for "Madden NFL 18" are out, and top pick Myles Garrett -- unsurprisingly -- has the No. 1 rating. No. 2 might surprise you, however.
Packers
NFL
'Footwork King' helps Ty Montgomery go 'all-in' with running back training
After switching positions last year, Montgomery added weight in the offseason and focused on some of the finer points of being an NFL running back.
United States
Soccer
ESPN FC
Dempsey is still so vital for U.S.
Clint Dempsey, as expected, has been a bona fide game-changer in this Gold Cup. If we're honest, he always has been for the U.S. national team.
Warriors
NBA
So you think you know Kevin Durant?
The more you know about Kevin Durant, who is bringing his star power to India to promote basketball and the NBA, the more you can see how he became a genuine global icon.
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
50 Greatest Black Athletes: Steph over LeBron?
As we unveil spots 30-21, our survey of 10,000 adults reveals some surprising results.
FiveThirtyEight
FiveThirtyEight
Hall of Fame-worthy careers that Cooperstown never gave the time of day
Kenny Lofton was as good as Tim Raines -- where were HIS stathead advocates?
MLB
When will the White Sox and Cubs meet in the World Series? Sooner than you think
It has been almost 111 years since there was an all-Chicago meeting in October. But at the rate the White Sox are overhauling their club, a rematch of 1906 could be within arm's reach.
MMA
MMA
ESPNW
The humanity and hubris of UFC's Cristiane 'Cyborg' Justino
Although her outsized sense of pride has undeniably led to trouble, it has also led her to the threshold of her biggest fight yet.
MMA
A behind-the-scenes look into 'Cyborg's' UFC 214 preparation
After struggling for years just to line up opponents, Justino has finally arrived on the big stage -- and we've got a look at her training.
Barcelona
Soccer
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Neymar's drama is a burden upon Barca
As difficult a position as he's in, Neymar owes it to his teammates and supporters to be honest. It's not fair for others to have to speak for him.
ICC action
LaMelo Ball In Spotlight
The next chapter in the summer of the Ball family
One Ball (Lonzo) already dominated Las Vegas this summer. Now, it's LaMelo's turn, as Big Baller Brand heads for a week of action in the desert.
College Football
College Football
Biggest August storyline for each Top 25 team
Is there a QB controversy at Alabama? August is approaching, and even the Top 25 teams face some lingering questions.
NCAAF
Pac-12 forecast: USC is loaded, but don't forget about Washington
USC will be ranked high and is ready to fight for the Pac-12 title. But Washington won't go quietly after reaching the playoff last season.
Ole Miss
College Football
How a phone call to an escort service led to Hugh Freeze's downfall
In a strange twist, an attorney for Houston Nutt and a diehard Mississippi State fan revealed a phone call to an escort service that led to the ouster of the Rebels coach.
Vancouver Whitecaps
Soccer
- ESPN FC
Can the Caps complete a Cascadia treble?
Don't be so skeptical. Here's a look at how Vancouver could follow in the championship footprints of Portland and Seattle.
ICC Matches
AS Roma
Soccer
Tumminello wins it with last-gasp goal for Roma.
Shortly after Tottenham evens the game in stoppage time, Marco Tumminello gives Roma the lead right back en route to a 3-2 victory.
Soccer
Thomas Muller's brace lifts Bayern.
Despite a spirited rally from Chelsea, Bayern Munich held on for an entertaining 3-2 win in ICC play.
Djokovic out
Tennis
Will long hiatus help Novak Djokovic reinvent himself?
Like Roger Federer did last year, Djokovic is calling it quits in 2017. However, there are no guarantees the Serb will rebound in the same manner.
Tennis
While world No. 4 Novak Djokovic will miss the rest of the 2017 season, there will at least be a familiar face returning alongside him next year. Addressing his fans during a live Facebook video, the 12-time Grand Slam champion said: "I'm looking forward to building my body, my game and my team -- I'm happy to share that Andre Agassi has committed to stay with me next year."
Poker
WSOP winner's friends turn $60 show of support into $40K each
A group of college friends who helped 2017 World Series of Poker main event winner Scott Blumstein pay his entry fee had their show of support rewarded in a big way.
NASCAR
Blaney to drive third Penske car next season
Ryan Blaney will make the move to Team Penske and drive a third entry for the team in 2018, while current Richard Childress Racing driver Paul Menard will replace Blaney at Wood Brothers Racing.
MAYWEATHER-MCGREGOR
SATURDAY, AUG. 26
MMA
White reflects on Mayweather, McGregor mind games, addresses controversial comments
In an exclusive interview with ESPN, Dana White looks back at the Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor promotional tour and addresses the controversy surrounding it.
Boxing
Frampton: I don't think Mayweather-McGregor is bad for boxing
Former two-division world titleholder Carl Frampton says McGregor is not only revolutionizing mixed martial arts, but boxing too.
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MMA
Bomani: McGregor-Mayweather a 'clown show.'
Bomani Jones says movie theaters that will show McGregor-Mayweather are using a marketing ploy to sell a product that will never arrive.
Big Ten Football
NCAAF
Media days: Best-dressed players, country music talk and more
From Ohio State players making their case for best dressed to commissioner Jim Delany addressing the state of the conference, we're on top of the biggest stories.
NCAAF
Five storylines to watch at media days
Ohio State is the big favorite to win the Big Ten (pause for Penn State fans to smack their heads), and that's just one of many topics to be covered.
NCAAF
Forecast for 2017: Good luck beating the Buckeyes
Ohio State and Penn State both bring back loaded rosters. But Wisconsin and Michigan have high hopes, too. Who'll ultimately rule the Big Ten?
Golf
Spieth celebrates Open win with friends and family at airport
Jordan Spieth's mom shares photos of friends and family celebrating his Open win at airport.
Redef + ESPN
The jury is out on Judge and juicing at Mr. Olympia
Aaron Judge might not be the MLB's answer and the brotherhood of steroids: Read that and more in your daily mix from the world of sports in the REDEF newsletter.
Top Headlines
- Katie Ledecky loses for first time at Worlds
- Djokovic (elbow) to miss rest of 2017 season
- Jones, Lesnar both interested in potential fight
- Red Sox acquire 3B Nunez from Giants in trade
- Yanks' Frazier has memorable 1st home at-bat
- ESPN 300 QB's choice: Princeton over Power 5
- Stacking the loaded '18 NBA free-agent class
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On This Date: July 26, 1952
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Mickey Mantle hits first career grand slam
The Hall of Famer's 15th home run in his sophomore season came with the bags juiced against the Tigers.
Who will pay up for Le'Veon Bell?
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Le'Veon Bell wants to be paid like a No. 1 RB and No. 2 WR. Is he worth it?
The Steelers' star would like to be paid like a No. 1 RB and a No. 2 WR ... combined. But what's his market value? And which teams could be in the running next offseason?
Trade could unleash the best Melo
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How a Rockets trade could unlock 'Team USA' Carmelo Anthony
If the Knicks and Rockets reach a deal, Carmelo Anthony would instantly become the second or third option in Houston -- a move that could turn him into the best version of himself.
Béisbol Experience
- AP Photo/Patrick Semansky
Gary Sanchez's long road to the Bronx
Few players have made as much of a splash with a rookie campaign as Gary Sanchez. But last year's blockbuster two months were the result of years of work adapting to baseball in the U.S. and climbing through the Yankees' minor league system.
