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Pick by pick: 2017 NBA draft
The Philadelphia 76ers select Washington’s Markelle Fultz with the first pick in the NBA draft. Follow along with each pick as it happens.
NBA
Fultz heads to Philly as Sixers take PG at No. 1
The 76ers make Markelle Fultz the No. 1 overall pick at Thursday's NBA draft.
Latest from NBA draft
FiveThirtyEight
FiveThirtyEight: Live blog for NBA draft
Nate Silver and team use statistical analysis to talk through all the moves.
NBA Draft
Ball's draft attire features Big Baller bow tie.
Lonzo Ball shows off his designer outfit for the NBA draft, complete with a Big Baller Brand bow tie.
Top Headlines
NBA Trade Talk
NBA
Minutes before draft, sources tell myself and Marc Stein that Houston continues to make a strong push to acquire Paul George.
Knicks
NBA
The Phoenix Suns remain in active pursuit of Kristaps Porzingis, league sources tell ESPN. Phoenix, like other teams who have contacted the Knicks, have mostly come away with the impression that it will take a monumental package to land Porzingis. The Boston Celtics have also discussed a deal for Porzingis with New York. Sources told ESPN that one proposal centered around the No. 3 pick and an additional top 7 pick that Boston would acquire tonight, along with a player. Phoenix's offers for Porzingis have included the No. 4 pick, Dragan Bender and Marquese Chriss, per sources.
Knicks
NBA
Top prospect told Williams that Jackson fell asleep during workout.
Jay Williams tells OTL that a top-15 NBA draft prospect said Knicks president Phil Jackson fell asleep during his workout for New York.
Barcelona
Soccer
The world without Lionel Messi
Messi is the football version of Gaudi's cathedral, and unlike Barcelona's other monuments, we won't get the chance to visit the iconic No. 10 -- who turns 30 in June -- for much longer.
Béisbol Experience
Béisbol Experience
Big Papi has made big league impact in Dominican Republic
You know the Boston icon for his MLB heroics and home runs, but a new generation of stars from his homeland will make sure David Ortiz's legacy lasts.
MLB
Pipo, pelota and the lessons of a long-ago life
In a vibrant family of Cuban transplants, a grandfather's beloved game became a beacon of peace and comfort, and a tutorial for savoring the small things.
Michigan
College Football
Life after The Hit: Vincent Smith's amazing second act
Smith might be best known for becoming a viral sensation after Jadeveon Clowney decleated him in the 2013 Outback Bowl. But the hit never defined him, and now the former Wolverines RB is a making his mark in the community.
Raiders
NFL
Raiders
NFL
Barnwell: Raiders' $125M gamble: It's no lock Derek Carr improves on 2016 leap
By giving Carr a record contract, the Raiders are banking on the young QB taking another leap forward after a stellar 2016 season. How realistic is that?
NFL
What every NFL starting QB makes now
Now that Derek Carr has signed a big-money extension to stay with the Oakland Raiders, let's take a look at how the salaries of every starting quarterback stack up.
Raiders
NFL
What is Carr worth?
How does his massive contract with the Raiders stack up with other star quarterbacks, and is he worth all that money?
MLB
Cubs
MLB
The legend of Kyle Schwarber is making a pit stop in Iowa
It might seem strange that a World Series hero is headed to the minors. But this is the Cubs' best hope of helping their lost slugger find himself.
Dodgers
MLB
What if Cody Bellinger is going to hit 763 home runs and we just don't know it yet?
The Dodgers' phenom is on a record-setting pace for a rookie but has a long way to go before becoming baseball's HR king. We calculated nearly every possible outcome between his current 22 long balls and passing Barry Bonds.
MLB
How the NL West's power trio will shape the rest of 2017
The computers show the Dodgers as clear favorites in a loaded division, but the Diamondbacks and Rockies have a chance to keep the race close all year.
NBA
Spurs
NBA
Stephen A. blames Aldridge for struggles with Spurs.
Stephen A. Smith holds LaMarcus Aldridge, not Gregg Popovich, responsible for Aldridge's frustrations in San Antonio.
Pacers
NBA
Dan Dakich calls Paul George 'a fraud.'
Dakich says George started on a path to become a great but has become a player trying to talk his way into superstardom.
NBA
What should Lakers trade for Paul George?
What is PG-13 worth to L.A. right now? Kevin Pelton puts together a Pacers-Lakers trade that adds up.
Golf
news - uk golf
Once a fan in the crowd, Zaback now in the field
Zach Zaback won't win the Travelers Championship in his first PGA Tour start, but it's not about the number on the scorecard this week at TPC River Highlands.
news - uk golf
Travelers reaps benefits from new PGA Tour rule
A new rule on the PGA Tour requires pros to change up their schedules, and no tournament so far has benefited more than the Travelers Championship with a star-studded field.
Golf
McIlroy comes close to eagle on par 4.
Rory McIlroy's second shot on the 12th hole stops 3 feet from the cup.
FIFA Confederations Cup
ESPN FC
Germany vindicated in Chile draw
Germany's inexperience again caused them trouble vs. Chile but Thursday's 1-1 draw actually showed the nation's strength in depth.
Golden Knights
NHL
Golden Knights
NHL
Slam dunks and a big miss for Vegas
Certain decisions by the Vegas Golden Knights -- a three-time Cup winner, a rock-solid D-man, a former 40-goal scorer -- were no-brainers. But at least one pick was a little out there.
NHL
Golden Knights to host Coyotes in home opener
The Vegas Golden Knights will play their first regular-season home game Oct. 10 against the Coyotes.
NHL Awards
Golden Knights
NHL
Burns, McDavid score big at NHL awards
Who were the big winners at the NHL's annual awards extravaganza? We've got them all right here.
NCAA Men's Baseball
Ryan Summers is carrying the flag for fallen officer Nick Rodman
Louisville Metro Police Department officer Nick Rodman was killed in the line of duty in March, so the outfielder and aspiring FBI agent took it upon himself to honor Rodman every game the Cardinals play in Omaha.
ESPYs
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12TH, ABC
Sparks
WNBA
Leslie an inspiring, transcendent WNBA star.
To commemorate the 25th year of The ESPYS, we celebrate 25 athletes who have made the greatest mark on this quarter century. As one of the first WNBA superstars, Lisa Leslie reached many milestones while being a positive influence on young athletes.
ESPYs
Vote for the best in sports
Let your voice be heard and then tune in to the 2017 ESPYS on July 12 on ABC!
NFL
NFL
Best NFL teams of past 30 years: Runaway surprise at No. 1
How many of Bill Belichick's Patriots teams are featured in Football Outsiders' top 30 NFL squads of the past 30 seasons? What about Joe Montana's 49ers and Darrell Green's Redskins?
Redskins
NFL
Redskins' 1991 team won with substance, not flash
The 1991 Washington Redskins weren't a team dominated by big personalities. They just won by a lot en route to a 17-2 season and a Super Bowl title.
NHL Draft
Friday, 7 p.m. ET
NHL
Final mock draft
Who will the Devils take first overall? Who will be the first draft pick in Vegas Golden Knights history? Get those questions answered and many more in our final projection of the first 31 picks.
Devils
NHL
Who should the Devils pick first overall in the NHL draft?
After winning the NHL draft lottery, the Devils must choose which prospect to select No. 1 overall. We break down their options and make a call on the top prospect in this year's class.
espnw
ESPNW
With a coach battling cancer, a softball team rallies to state title
Mike Lambros is known as the winningest softball coach in North Carolina history and for helping special-needs kids. After his cancer diagnosis and mother's passing, his players and coaches rallied around him to win the state title.
NFL Nation
Seahawks
NFL
Russell Wilson has been NFL's top statistical QB when not under siege
The Seahawks' Russell Wilson has been the NFL's best QB from 2012-16 on plays when he's not pressured, according to analysis by Football Outsiders.
Chiefs
NFL
Chiefs aren't villains in the Jeremy Maclin situation
The Chiefs look bad for releasing Jeremy Maclin via voicemail, but the team wasn't wrong for cutting the receiver, who appears to have lost a step.
Packers
NFL
The Packers' fastest man: Trevor Davis' game needs to catch up to his speed
Outside of one game last season, Trevor Davis' rookie campaign wasn't very memorable. The Green Bay Packers think that may be about to change.
Boxing
Canelo, GGG not interested in Mayweather-McGregor
If you listen to the fighters and their teams, neither is interested in the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor fight that will happen just three weeks before their anticipated middleweight showdown.
BELLATOR NYC
SATURDAY, JUNE 24TH
Is Aaron Pico the greatest prospect in MMA history?
Just 20, Aaron Pico is set to make his professional MMA debut at Madison Square Garden on Saturday at Bellator NYC. Will the most hyped prospect in the sport actually live up to it?
Lynx
WNBA
Fowles is the front-runner for MVP
Averaging a career-high 20.9 points this season, Sylvia Fowles has been unstoppable in the low block. Just don't expect longtime teammate Seimone Augustus to refrain from giving the Lynx center a hard time about why it took so long.
espnW
NCAAW
Nine things to know about Title IX.
Kate Fagan explains nine little-known facts as Title IX celebrates 45 years since being passed.
espnw
- ESPNW
Women in athletic departments: welcomed or marginalized?
The number of women hired as athletic directors and conference commissioners in the NCAA is rising. Despite this progress, there's still a need for "constant vigilance" for how they're treated.
Louisville
Men's college hoops
Adelson: Words need to become actions for the NCAA
The NCAA says it's committed to changing the culture on college campuses and making them safer for women. That goal was not met in the punishment handed down to Louisville and coach Rick Pitino for his role in a sex scandal.
Fantasy Football
2017 draft kit: Rankings, strategy, sleepers and more
It's time! We have everything you need right here to have successful 2017 fantasy football drafts.
Major League Soccer
- ESPN FC
Attendance dips ahead of crucial Texas derby
For the first time since 2011, both Dallas and Houston are near the top of the table, yet both have seen attendance drop. What gives?
NASCAR
Turn 4: Too many debris cautions?
Is it us or has NASCAR gotten heavy-handed with the use of its yellow flags late in races? Should Aric Almirola rush to get back in the car? Love or hate the 3 p.m. starts? Our gang has at it.
Cricket
Cricket
CricInfo
Development of women's cricket
Bigger shots, bigger scores, faster innings, faster bodies, more diving, more catching -- today's women's cricketers tell us how the game has evolved.
Cricket
- CricInfo
Kumble steps down as India coach
Anil Kumble resigns India coaching role as partnership with Kohli becomes "untenable" after it lost in the ICC Champions Trophy Final by Pakistan.
REDEF + ESPN
A comeback in life, the freedom of the truth and welcome to drone racing
Expansion and the cap rule the NHL, and the stage or the pitch were your only options in England: Read that and more in your daily mix from the world of sports in the REDEF newsletter.
ESPN Deportes
PSV presume contratación del mexicano Hirving Lozano
El club holandés aseguró el fichaje del delantero procedente del Pachuca.
Top Headlines
- Cavs, Spurs discuss deal for Green, sources say
- Sources: Nuggets eye deals for Butler, Bledsoe
- Draft prospect: Phil dozed during my workout
- Sources: Spurs shop Aldridge for top-10 pick
- Chiefs extend Reid's deal but fire GM Dorsey
- Freeman 'was supposed to be' Super Bowl MVP
- Trade tiers: A shopping list for MLB teams
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On This Date: June 22, 1981
McEnroe drops 'You cannot be serious' line at umpire
On the 36th anniversary, take a look back at John McEnroe's most famous on-court meltdown.
ESPYS voting
- ESPN
ESPYS: Vote for the best in sports
Let your voice be heard and then tune in to the 2017 ESPY Awards on July 12 on ABC!
The Ball Family
- Marcus Smith for ESPN
Speak It Into Being
No, LaVar Ball will not stop talking. Not until it gets him and his family everything they want, starting with oldest son Lonzo in a Lakers uniform.
Tanking in the NFL
- Adam Hunger/USA TODAY Sports
A tanking guide to the NFL, and a warning
The Jets are shedding established veterans -- and money -- and appear to be aiming for the No. 1 overall pick in 2018. Is it the right move? Even without a lottery in the NFL, tanking isn't so easy.
