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Brilliant draft picks for every NBA team
Lonzo Ball or Markelle Fultz at No. 1? Who's overrated and underrated in the draft? Kevin Pelton makes all 60 picks based on his stats projections -- with plenty of surprises.
NBA Draft
Final rankings for top NBA draft prospects
Chad Ford gives his final top 30 for the draft after consulting NBA scouts and general managers.
NBA Draft
Get to know Chad Ford's top four prospects.
Here's a look at the elite skills of the players in the top four of his latest mock draft.
Top Headlines
Ball Family
NBA
LaVar Ball takes over streets of New York.
The day before the NBA draft, a boisterous LaVar Ball roamed the streets of New York City, singing the praises of his sons.
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Lonzo Ball wants to play with LeBron James.
In the midst of all of the rumors and what-if's, Lonzo Ball creates a fun pitch to motivate LeBron James to join the Los Angeles Lakers.
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.
MLB
MLB
Real or not? It's OK Yasiel Puig and Jarrod Dyson broke unwritten rules
Don't look too happy when you hit a home run. Don't use any strategy necessary to win the game. It's time to review your copy of baseball's code.
MLB
Mets take exception to Puig's home-run trot.
Yasiel Puig increases the Dodgers' lead with a three-run homer, but Wilmer Flores and Travis d'Arnaud are among the Mets who aren't pleased with how long Puig takes to round the bases.
MLB
Dyson breaks up Verlander's no-hitter with bunt.
Justin Verlander's no-hit bid ends after 5 1/3 innings as Jarrod Dyson lays down an excellent bunt the Tigers can't field.
Béisbol Experience
MLB
Meet Brazilian pitcher Eric Pardinho.
In a soccer-crazed nation, baseball has been an afterthought, but that may change with this teen sensation.
MLB
Brazil's first million-dollar arm
When MLB's international signing period opens July 2, the 16-year-old Pardinho is poised to collect an eye-popping seven-figure payday. Can the teen pitcher live up to his father's sales pitch?
NBA
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.
NBA
Is Paul George worth giving up Brandon Ingram?
The First Take crew debates George's worth as compared to the young assets the Lakers could leverage to secure him.
NBA
Dealing gets fast and furious as NBA draft nears
Superman got dealt -- again. The Lakers' point guard of the future is gone. The stage might be set for more unpredictable swaps as Thursday's draft day nears.
Knicks
NBA
Knicks
NBA
Phil: 'We're listening' to calls on Porzingis.
Phil Jackson discusses the trade offers the Knicks are getting for Kristaps Porzingis, saying, "We have to do what's good for our club."
Knicks
NBA
Knick fans aren't afraid to boo.
Knicks fans are passionate about their team, especially about their draft picks. Revisit the best reactions to notable recent New York picks in the NBA draft.
NCAA Men's Baseball
Another Omaha journey ends for FSU's Mike Martin
Florida State's longtime coach has led the Seminoles to 16 College World Series without winning a championship, but that record won't shape his identity.
College Baseball
Sleeping baby awakened by LSU's homer.
LSU's Jake Slaughter smashes a three-run homer to put LSU way out in front of Florida State, and puts a charge into a young child who was sleeping.
ESPYs
WEDNESDAY, JULY 12TH, ABC
ESPYs
Wednesday, July 12th, ABC
Jeter one of the most influential athletes of all time.
We celebrate the 25th year of The ESPYs with 25 athletes who've made the greatest mark in that span. Derek Jeter became an icon as he helped the Yankees win five World Series over a 20-year career.
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!
Must-See moments
MLB
D-backs erupt for 10 runs in the fourth.
Check out all 10 runs scored by the Diamondbacks in the fourth inning as they cruise to a 16-5 win in Colorado.
MLB
Arcia's web gem seals Brewers' win.
With a runner on second and two outs, John Jaso hits a grounder up the middle that Orlando Arcia tracks down, spins and throws a one-hopper for the game-ending out.
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?
ESPNW
ESPNW
Spain: The reality missing in the Floyd Mayweather-Conor McGregor hype
The fight is a soulless money grab featuring one of the most flawed superstars in all of sports.
FIFA Confederations Cup
ESPN FC
Mexico's win over New Zealand one to forget
Mexico earned a vital three points in its Confederations Cup group-stage match against New Zealand, but El Tri looked far from polished in doing so.
FIFA Confederations Cup
- ESPN FC
Stars in waiting aid Portugal win
Bernardo Silva and Andre Silva proved in the 1-0 win over Russia that when Cristiano Ronaldo begins his decline, Portugal will remain a powerhouse.
NFL
Barnwell: 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.
Raiders
NFL
Sources: Raiders, Carr close to massive deal
The Oakland Raiders and Derek Carr are close to finalizing a deal expected to pay the star quarterback about $25 million per year, league sources told ESPN.
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NCAAW
Nine things to know about Title IX.
Kate Fagan explains nine little known facts as Title IX celebrates 45 years since being passed.
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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.
MLB
Perez uses Miggy's bat to hit winning grand slam.
Salvador Perez hits his first career grand slam, using Miguel Cabrera's bat, which was left behind when the Tigers were in town.
MLB
The unsung hero on every contending MLB team
It's the impossible-to-predict contributions -- such as Eric Sogard raking for the Brewers and Zack Godley stepping up for the Diamondbacks -- that turn good teams into champions.
NFL
Best NFL special-teams units of past 30 years
Dave Toub coached seven of Football Outsiders' top 30 NFL special-teams units of the past 30 seasons, including Devin Hester's Bears and Tyreek Hill's Chiefs.
Patriots
NFL
Ex-Jet David Harris gets last laugh by signing with Super Bowl champs
David Harris was deemed not good enough for a tanking team, yet he was coveted by the Jets' biggest -- and more successful -- rival.
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?
MLB draft analysis
Who just drafted their No. 1 (or No. 2) prospect?
From two-way players with potential to sweet-swinging first basemen, these new draftees debut near the top of their organizations' rankings.
NFL Nation
Eagles
NFL
Encore performance? LeGarrette Blount could run wild with Eagles
LeGarrette Blount led the NFL in rushing touchdowns last season, and the Eagles hope he can alleviate some of second-year QB Carson Wentz's load.
Steelers
NFL
Maurkice Pouncey not interested in retiring with Ben Roethlisberger ... yet
Maurkice Pouncey has said he will retire when Ben Roethlisberger does. The Steelers center hopes that won't be for at least another couple of years.
Rams
NFL
Numbers say Todd Gurley missed holes in 2016
Todd Gurley didn't have much running room in 2016, but even when he did, the Rams running back didn't properly take advantage of his opportunities.
Packers
NFL
Die-hard Packers fan marries woman with last name 'Packer' in team-themed wedding
After marrying Marie Packer, Green Bay fan Ryan Holtan-Murphy said it was a "no-brainer" to take his wife's last name. Now, they can call themselves the Packers.
College football
Who is the biggest opposing headache for each Top 25 team?
For Ohio State, it's Penn State running back Saquon Barkley. Find out which other players are the biggest threats to each of the Top 25 teams.
Golf
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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
Erin Hills disappoints fans hoping for suffering
How did Erin Hills perform in its first U.S. Open? Fans primed to see the world's best golfers struggle were let down, but the players gave the course high grades.
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.
NASCAR
Silly Season update: Keselowski staying put?
Will Penske renew Brad Keselowski? Who will replace Dale Jr. at Hendrick? Several big-name drivers at several big teams could make this coming offseason one of the most active in recent years.
REDEF + ESPN
A comeback in life, the freedom of the truth and welcome to drone racing
Isaiah Pead's post-accident world and Ryan O'Callaghan finally lives his life: 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
- Puig's home run trot in win draws ire of Mets
- Phil on KP offers: Will do what's best for team
- Golden goalie: Expansion Vegas picks Fleury
- Sources: Billups weighing offer from Cavs
- NBA salary cap will be $2M less than expected
- McDavid wins Hart, Lindsay honors at NHL bash
- Clear winner in Dwight Howard deal
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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
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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!
All-time NBA draft
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The best picks from every NBA draft slot
Great players can come from anywhere -- from the first pick to the 60th. That's clear when comparing the top five players of all time (by career win shares) selected at each draft slot. Take a look at the best-case scenarios for every spot.
Body Issue 2017
- Dylan Coulter for ESPN
Javier Baez on the art of the tag
World Series win? Check. WBC silver medal? Check. And now, Javier Baez is posing in ESPN's ninth edition of the Body Issue. He spilled on his unique physical gifts, the art of tagging and how he's inspired by his Puerto Rican roots.
Béisbol Experience
- Josue Evilla
The 50-man interview
What's it like to be Latino in MLB today? Prospects, starters and future Hall of Famers share their stories.
