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NBA Power Rankings: Living in a Warriors world
The West is as stacked as it has ever been. But can any of the conference's revamped rosters challenge Golden State? Who will rise in a depleted East? Our panel reveals its league hierarchy on the eve of a new season.
NBA
Major player movement brings drama to new season.
Some of the game's biggest stars have teamed up in new cities, but does anyone have what it takes to bring down the Warriors?
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Cavaliers
NBA
D-Wade calls out LeBron for being cheap.
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade sit down with Rachel Nichols as they talk about spending habits and hairlines.
MLB
Your guide to Monday's LCS game: Will Yankees' offense back CC Sabathia?
Having Sabathia on the mound in the postseason usually spells good things for the Yankees, but the starter can't save the series if the Baby Bombers don't get the offense churning.
MLB
Sabathia faces tough task in neutralizing Altuve, Correa.
David Ross and Eduardo Perez break down what the Yankees veteran will bring into Game 3 against the Astros' sluggers.
Yankees
MLB
Yankees built for many Octobers to come
How did the Yankees rise so quickly from rebuilding to a spot in the ALCS? GM Brian Cashman masterfully exhausted all means to put a young base around a solid, but not spectacular, group of veterans.
MLB
What we've learned this postseason and what to expect next
Can you thrive without trusting the bullpen? Why are so many young stars struggling? We've seen enough to know what matters down the stretch.
Marcus Mariota can still spark a change in Titans' season
Mariota and the Titans face a crossroads Monday against the Colts. With the division still in flux, a win would put them right back in the mix.
How Jacoby Brissett has helped Colts stay afloat without Andrew Luck
Brissett "doesn't see himself as a backup," and that approach has earned him the respect of his teammates with their franchise QB on the shelf.
NFL
Mariota and Brissett arrive in Tennessee.
Mariota returns after missing the Titans' loss to the Dolphins, and Brissett is set to make his fifth straight start for the Colts.
NFL
Packers
NFL
Barnwell: Layers of the Aaron Rodgers injury, and whether Packers can hang on
Good news, Green Bay fans: Your team has made the playoffs before while Rodgers was out with a clavicle injury. Bad news, Green Bay fans: Your offensive line is a mess, and your backup QB threw three picks Sunday.
Packers
NFL
Stephen A. says Packers are 'done' without Rodgers.
Stephen A. Smith is devastated by the season-threatening injury to the Packers QB.
NFL
The NFL Panic Meter: Rating how every team feels
The Chiefs picked up their first loss. The Patriots struggled with the Jets. And the Packers could be without Aaron Rodgers the rest of the season. Is it time to panic? NFL Nation takes temperatures across the league.
UNC
E:60 at 8 p.m. ET, Tuesday on ESPN
A decade after his death, Tar Heels mascot Jason Ray continues to inspire
Ten years have passed since Jason Ray entered our lives in an unexpected and tragic way. But his story -- and his decision to become an organ and tissue donor -- lives on.
Louisville
NCAAM
What's next for Pitino?
ESPN legal analyst Ryan Smith breaks down potential legal avenues for Rick Pitino to recoup lost money after the coach's contract was terminated by Louisville for just cause.
Packers
NFL
Should Packers turn to Romo?
Max Kellerman says retired quarterback Tony Romo is Green Bay's best option now that Aaron Rodgers is questionable to return, but Will Cain advocates for someone else.
College Football
College Football
Ranking the Power 5 conferences by entertainment value
Let's figure out which league will be the most fun -- by looking at on-field battles, coaching drama and more -- the rest of the way.
Arizona
NCAAF
Best quarterbacks in Week 7
Khalil Tate had another huge game running the ball to lead Arizona, so for the second consecutive week he's the best Power 5 quarterback.
Texas
College Football
Sam Ehlinger shows he's finally Texas' answer at QB in dazzling Red River debut
Oklahoma won the game, but the freshman QB won over both sides of the Cotton Bowl divide with a gritty effort that had the Sooners sweating to the end.
College Football
Clemson
NCAAF
How upsets shook up the CFP race in each Power 5 conference
It's déjà vu for defending national champion Clemson. Power is consolidated atop the SEC, while the Big Ten and Big 12 are headed for some epic showdowns. As for the Pac-12, well, it's not looking great.
Washington
College Football
Power Rankings: Plenty of surprises
Week 7 turned out to be nothing but trouble for Clemson, Washington and Washington State. Alabama takes back the top spot.
NCAAF
Chaos reigns in upset-heavy Week 7 of college football.
The unpredictable nature of college football showed up this past weekend, as top-10 teams Clemson, Washington, Washington State and Auburn all went down.
Spurs
NBA
Spurs
NBA
Can San Antonio catch the Warriors with Aldridge and Kawhi?
LaMarcus Aldridge's extension means the Spurs most likely can't sign a max free agent outright next summer. So how do they chase the Warriors now?
Spurs
NBA
Why Spurs and Aldridge committed to their less-than-perfect pairing
In a surprising move, the Spurs and LaMarcus Aldridge agreed to an extension that would appear to benefit both sides.
Lakers
NBA
Ball wins half-court shooting contest.
Lakers PG Lonzo Ball battles fellow rookie Kyle Kuzma and assistant coach Miles Simon in a half-court shot competition.
Fantasy Basketball
NBA
Berry's NBA fantasy rookie stars and sleepers.
Matthew Berry sees a lot of value in a player that wasn't even drafted this year -- and a sleeper with big shoes to fill.
Fantasy
2017-18 draft kit cheat sheets
To make things as easy as possible for you, we've consolidated our experts' key rankings and tips into downloadable cheat sheets to give you the winning edge in your drafts.
Fantasy Basketball
ESPN Fantasy Basketball 101
Thinking about trying fantasy basketball this season? Here is everything you need to know, so you can join the fun.
Timberwolves
NBA
Jimmy Butler's new role: leader of the pack in Minnesota
After six uneven years in Chicago, Jimmy Butler sets his sights on guiding a young but promising Wolves squad to new heights.
Trail Blazers
NBA
Does McCollum deserve suspension for season opener?
Rachel Nichols breaks down the reasoning behind C.J. McCollum's one-game suspension for coming off the bench during a scuffle, but questions the NBA's consistency.
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
Randy Moss and his shoe designer recall his Air Jordan "Super Freak" days
The legend and his shoe designer recall the early Jordan Brand moments.
Fantasy Football
Fantasy Football
Week 6 fantasy football winners and losers
In a week full of defensive touchdowns, the Saints' D/ST and Mark Ingram were among the standouts. Deshaun Watson also extended his string of rookie success.
Fantasy Football
Will Peterson and McKinnon continue to deliver fantasy value?
Blocking matters in fantasy football, and in Week 6 we saw a pair of running backs stand out with big fantasy point totals.
NHL
Maple Leafs
NHL
Is Auston Matthews ready to be the new face of the NHL?
With once-in-a-generation talent and a uniquely American backstory, why isn't Maple Leafs phenom Auston Matthews a bigger star?
NHL
Why the Leafs, Blackhawks are blowing our minds
Our early surprises include Matthews picking up right where he left off and, as a result, his Maple Leafs owning the Atlantic. But let's not forget about those startling Blackhawks, who are back to owning Chicago.
NFL
NFL
Proving collusion by NFL owners will be tough for Colin Kaepernick
It's not enough that the free-agent QB remains unsigned. There are specific elements of proof Kaepernick must establish in order to win his case.
The Undefeated
- The Undefeated
Kaepernick, 49ers players keep pressure on NFL owners
Quarterback files grievance, and some former teammates continue to protest two days before league meetings.
NFL
NFL players who protested during national anthem in Week 6
Players have continued to protest before games after Colin Kaepernick started kneeling during the anthem in 2016. Here's the list for Week 6.
Jets
NFL
NFL
NFL owes a big explanation on Jets TD-turned-'fumble'
The reversal of Seferian-Jenkins' apparent touchdown is one occasion where the final call didn't match the eye test.
NFL
Apparent Jets TD nullified in bizarre sequence.
Austin Seferian-Jenkins fumbles before crossing the goal line, resulting in a touchback for the Patriots.
Dodgers
MLB
Dodgers
MLB
Turner walks it off 29 years after Gibson.
Oct. 15 is a day of walk-off postseason homers for the Dodgers, and Justin Turner does his best Kirk Gibson impression to knock off the Cubs.
Cubs
MLB
Why wasn't Cubs closer Wade Davis on the mound at the end of the game?
Extenuating circumstances led Joe Maddon to use John Lackey in the bottom of the ninth, but his decisions in the top of the inning raised questions.
Dodgers
MLB
Meet Keith Hupp, the man who nabbed Turner's walk-off homer
Hupp, a retired police captain and Dodgers season ticket holder, has made a habit of being in the right place at the right time when it comes to catching homers at Dodger Stadium.
More from Week 6
Broncos' defense should be ready for others to follow the Giants' lead
With a run-heavy scheme featuring power formations, the Giants might have created a blueprint for attacking the Broncos' mighty defense.
Cardinals found magic with Adrian Peterson, Carson Palmer, Larry Fitzgerald
All of a sudden, the Cardinals have their three-headed offensive monster back -- and it all starts with Adrian Peterson.
Chiefs don't have much time to heal their wounds, physical or otherwise
"It seems a little bleak right this minute," coach Andy Reid said after the Chiefs' first defeat. "But that's not how I feel going forward."
UNC
NCAAM
The ugly part of getting back to normal at North Carolina
North Carolina went its way, returning to a world where an NCAA cloud no longer hung over its head. But despite escaping without sanctions, there was a cost; the grime from getting by on holes in bylaws won't clean off easily.
United States
Soccer
United States
Soccer
Tim Weah scores must-see goal for U.S. U-17s.
George Weah's son, Tim, scores in style to help the United States beat Paraguay in the FIFA U-17 World Cup round of 16.
United States
Soccer
ESPN FC
Next U.S. generation eyes Portugal friendly
The future starts on Nov. 14 against the European champions. But who should be part of the U.S. squad? Jeff Carlisle makes his selection.
United States
Soccer
- ESPN FC
With Arena gone, Gulati should follow
Friday saw Bruce Arena resign from his job as U.S. coach. Jeff Carlisle argues that the same fate must befall the federation's president if U.S. Soccer is to evolve.
Major League Soccer
- ESPN FC
Power Rankings: Sounders join Toronto atop MLS
The defending champion Sounders bounced back with an emphatic win as Toronto hoisted the Supporters' Shield.
NBA
Bretos channels David Bowie for NBA season preview.
Max Bretos trades the anchor desk for a trip through time as a hoops-loving David Bowie.
MMA
UFC's Henry Cejudo grateful to be alive after second-story jump to escape wildfire
The flyweight title contender woke up in a California hotel room Monday surrounded by smoke and flames, forcing him to jump from his second-story window to escape. He lost his Olympic gold medal, but Cejudo is grateful to be alive.
Top Headlines
- Rodgers to have surgery on broken collarbone
- Source: NFLPA files request to block Elliott ban
- Former coach Nutt, Ole Miss reach settlement
- Louisville votes to terminate Pitino's contract
- Raiders sign ex-49er Bowman to 1-year deal
- Tiger cleared to resume full golf activities
- Fantasy football: All the Week 6 takeaways
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On This Date: Oct. 16, 2003
On this date: Boone's HR sends Yankees to the World Series
On October 16, 2003, Aaron Boone hits a walk-off HR against the Red Sox to win the American League Championship for the Yankees and send them to the World Series.
Zach Lowe's predictions
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32 crazy predictions: LeBron's future, a bunch of trades and more
Zach Lowe sets up the new season with predictions on big deals, playoff races, superstars and more.
Kirk Cousins' future
- Brian Konnick
Destination Cousins: Nine places Kirk could play in 2018
The Redskins quarterback could become the NFL's highest-paid player if he reaches the free-agent market in 2018. You like that?! Here are all the places he could land.
Ex-Green Beret's letter
- Zachary Bako for ESPN
Ex-Green Beret Nate Boyer writes open letter to Trump, Kaepernick, NFL and America
Boyer, a former NFL player who spoke with Colin Kaepernick about kneeling before the national anthem in 2016, calls for unity and a meeting on behalf of America.
