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The incredibly long odds of Conor McGregor against Floyd Mayweather
Soon after the fight with Floyd Mayweather was confirmed, tons of small bets came in on Conor McGregor. It's a good thing they were small. Many can't fathom the extent of this mismatch.
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NBA
NBA
NBA free-agent rankings: Curry, KD, CP3 and more stars in top 30
This loaded free-agent class includes multiple All-Stars hitting the market. With an eye on the future, how does this illustrious list stack up?
Clippers
NBA
Chris Paul has plenty of choices as a free agent
To compete for a title, where should Chris Paul sign this summer? Kevin Pelton evaluates CP3's fit with the Rockets, Spurs and Clippers, ranking the best options.
First Take
NBA
Clippers
NBA
Are the Clippers too far gone for CP3?
John Salley doesn't want to saddle Chris Paul with the failures in Los Angeles and instead views the franchise as too dysfunctional for Paul to lead.
NBA
Should Lakers ship out Ball for Westbrook?
Will Cain details how the Lakers could use Lonzo Ball to secure Russell Westbrook.
Cubs
MLB
A brief history of Anthony Rizzo's magical leadoff run
After two games, Rizzo declared himself "the greatest leadoff hitter of all time." And he wasn't wrong. Relive a thrilling time atop the Cubs' lineup.
Mets
MLB
See you in September? The latest on Tim Tebow ... and his possible Citi Field debut
The 2007 Heisman winner got a promotion despite a .222 average. What does his move up mean, and when -- if ever -- could he join the Mets in Queens?
30 for 30 Podcasts
The trials of Dan and Dave
Twenty-five years ago, TV viewers were inundated with Reebok hype about the Dan O’Brien vs. Dave Johnson matchup in the 1992 Olympic decathlon. We revisit how the campaign went bust, and O'Brien's path to redemption.
Chalk
Supreme Court will hear New Jersey sports betting appeal: What's next?
ESPN's gambling experts examine how we got to this point and answer other key questions moving forward.
Tennis
McEnroe's comparisons unfair to Serena.
Mike Greenberg believes a debate comparing Serena Williams to Roger Federer is more appropriate than one that pits her against less accomplished male players.
The Body Issue
On newsstands July 7
ESPN The Magazine
Body Issue out July 7
Wozniacki: 'If I don't look like a supermodel, that's OK'
Finally back in action after a persistent ankle injury, Caroline Wozniacki is ready for Wimbledon -- and the ninth annual Body Issue. The 12-year WTA tour vet talks about her training, drive and the hardest thing she's ever done physically.
Tennis
Wozniacki serves strong in 2017 Body Issue.
Tennis player Caroline Wozniacki "doesn't care what people think" and is proud of her physique, which is celebrated in ESPN The Magazine's 2017 Body Issue.
WWE
WWE
LaVar Ball loses his shirt on WWE Monday Night Raw
LaVar, Lonzo and LaMelo Ball brought the Big Baller Brand to Monday Night Raw, and after verbally tearing down WWE superstar The Miz, LaVar took off his shirt and brought things to an entirely different level.
Lakers
NBA
LaVar takes to the squared circle.
LaVar Ball and his sons Lonzo and LaMelo show up on WWE's Monday Night Raw in a segment with the Miz, during which LaVar gets heated to a point where he takes his shirt off.
MMA
Making sense of Aaron Pico's disastrous MMA debut
Aaron Pico lost in the first round of his professional debut to Zach Freeman at Bellator NYC on Saturday. How can the talented prospect bounce back?
College World Series
Game 2: 8 p.m. ET on ESPN
NCAA Men's Baseball
Florida takes Game 1 in a College World Series battle of familiar foes
The Gators got a strong start from Brady Singer to defeat LSU in the first game of the best-of-three series. "It's not nearly over," said Florida coach Kevin O'Sullivan.
LSU Tigers
Pair of LSU dads revive fan in stands at CWS
A man estimated to be in his 80s fell unconscious in the stands at the College World Series and was unresponsive before he was revived Monday night by the fathers of an LSU starting pitcher and the LSU strength coach, who used CPR.
NBA
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
Russell Westbrook is the official NBA MVP -- finally
The Thunder guard thanked God, his family and others who contributed to his historic season.
Thunder
NBA
Westbrook emotional thanking his brother.
Russell Westbrook tears up when describing the person whom Russ admits he'll always look up to.
Celtics
NBA
Bill Russell is a boss.
The Celtics legend talked a big game at the NBA Awards, and his career highlights prove that he can back it up.
The Undefeated
- The Undefeated
Karl-Anthony Towns believes no one in the NBA can beat him and Andrew Wiggins in 'Call of Duty'
The Timberwolves big man also looks up to Muhammad Ali and prides himself on being humble.
Pacquiao-Horn
11 p.m. ET, Saturday on ESPN
Pacquiao shows speed and power during training session.
Manny Pacquiao works out with trainer Freddie Roach ahead of his welterweight title fight against Jeff Horn on Saturday.
NHL
Your free-agency questions answered
Would a long-term deal for Alexander Radulov be worth it? Did Kevin Shattenkirk's play with the Capitals actually hurt his worth? You've got questions about free agency. We've got answers.
WNBA
From All-American to activist, Storm's Stewart finds voice
Breanna Stewart had never been to a protest before January. But the second-year pro and Seattle Storm star is devoted to speaking out and getting involved in issues she's passionate about.
MLB Rank
MLB
80-61: Rising aces join three former Cy Young winners
Our countdown of MLB's best continues as up-and-coming starters Michael Fulmer and Robbie Ray make their debuts in this tier, which also includes Cy Young Award winners Justin Verlander and Jake Arrieta.
MLB
100-81: Leading off with new faces
We begin our countdown with Nos. 100-81, which features 13 players who weren't in our rankings last year, 12 All-Stars and former MVPs from both leagues.
MLB
Which aging ace can still pitch like a No. 1?
We asked our experts which former top starter in our latest tier has the most left to offer, plus choosing between two rising stars and evaluating Yadi's Hall of Fame chances.
Divisional Q&A's
NFL
NFC North: What's realistic to expect from Mitchell Trubisky as a rookie?
The Bears took Mitchell Trubisky with the second pick in the draft, but that may not equate to more than holding a clipboard in 2017.
NFL
NFC South: Which QB in division gives team best chance to win now?
With Matt Ryan, Cam Newton, Drew Brees and Jameis Winston, no division in the NFL is more loaded at quarterback right now than the NFC South.
NFL
AFC South: After another 'winning' offseason, will 2017 be different for Jaguars?
By all accounts, the Jaguars had another strong offseason. Will it finally result in more wins for Jacksonville this year?
College Football
NCAAF
Save the date: All signs point to 2023 for conference realignment
There hasn't been much talk publicly about realignment, but that doesn't mean power brokers across the nation aren't thinking about it. In fact, a variety of forces are lining up that could create a seismic shift in conferences in less than a decade.
College Football
Realignment rewind: How last round of movement affected college football
Between 2011 and 2014, there were wild rounds of realignment that helped reshape the college football landscape. Looking back on those moves, who came out on top?
Alabama
NCAAF
Future power rankings: Who's Alabama's biggest threat?
Like it or not, Alabama tops college football's future power rankings. Those hoping for the fall of Nick Saban's Tide dynasty are not going to be happy over the next three years.
Men's NCAA Basketball
The most challenging college basketball job in every state
Sometimes the best job in the state is also the most challenging (that's you, UConn and Louisville). And sometimes, you just have no chance to compete with other behemoths in the state (looking at Cal and Dayton).
Golf
Is Spieth already a sure-lock Hall of Famer?
After Jordan Spieth earned his 10th PGA Tour victory this past weekend at the Travelers, has he now entered some rarified air among the sport's elite?
NCAA Softball
ESPNW
Viral video star Alyssa Derrick can play like it's no big deal
From playing Powderpuff football to the softball diamond, Derrick has always had a strong arm. After a video of her throwing a football went viral, she's had to validate her athleticism to others by proving her skills aren't a fluke.
San Jose Earthquakes
Soccer
ESPN FC
Replacing Kinnear a gamble for Quakes
By sacking manager Dom Kinnear and replacing him with Chris Leitch, who has no coaching experience, San Jose general manager Jesse Fioranelli is rolling the dice.
Tennis
Wimbledon: July 3-16, ESPN & ESPN2
This just in: Federer stealing headlines as Wimbledon approaches
As if Halle champ Roger Federer needed any more assistance, he heads to Wimbledon in top form and with all the confidence in the world.
The Undefeated
- The Undefeated
BIG3 league shows signs of promise in Brooklyn debut
Despite injuries and rust, former NBA players were competitive in Ice Cube's new venture.
NBA
Which rookies are most ready to contribute?
Kevin Pelton answers your questions on the draft's top 10 picks, the best and worst superstar trades and more.
Fantasy Football
100 facts for the 2017 fantasy football season
You can make numbers say what you want, so here are 100 facts to consider as you prepare for your fantasy football season.
Germany
Soccer
- ESPN FC
Sky is the limit for Draxler
It is rare to see a player given as much free reign as Germany has given Julian Draxler. It shows he is its next breakout star.
United States
Soccer
- ESPN FC
U.S. Gold Cup squad has a point to prove
Bruce Arena's Gold Cup team is full of young talent, experienced fringe players and guys who are eager to make their mark.
REDEF
Cycling's brain game and Mexico's move to equality
Can stimulating your brain give you an edge on your bike? Plus, Mexico's national pastime lets women have a league of their own: Read that and more in your daily mix from the world of sports in the REDEF newsletter.
ESPYS
Wed., July 12, ABC
NHL
Gretzky set the bar for future NHL stars.
To commemorate the 25th year of The ESPYS, we celebrate 25 athletes who have made the greatest mark on this quarter century.
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!
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On This Date: June 27, 2002
- Erik S. Lesser
On this date: The lasting impact of the Expos trade for Bartolo Colon
Tuesday marks the 15th anniversary of one of baseball's biggest blockbuster trades. The Expos got an ace for a few months. The Indians got a lot more.
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!
Messi's shelf life
- Dave Merrell
The world without Messi: We won't get to enjoy the iconic No. 10 much longer
Lionel 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 turned 30 on Saturday -- for much longer.
Vincent Smith's second act
- Kim Klement/USA TODAY Sports
Life after The Hit: The amazing second act for Michigan's Vincent Smith
Vincent 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's Team Gardens project is a making its mark in the community.
