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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.'s passionate response to LeBron.
Stephen A. Smith gives a spirited response to LeBron James' tweet that implied Smith is in inaccurate in his reporting about the drama between James and Kyrie Irving.
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.
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Knicks
NBA
Rockets still Anthony's top priority, making an Irving-to-Knicks trade a long shot
Kyrie Irving reportedly included New York on his trade wish list. But Carmelo Anthony is still focused on Houston, not Cleveland.
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.
MLB
Real or not? Sonny Gray, Lance Lynn help their trade values with strong outings
It can't be easy to pitch when your name is swirling in trade rumors, but both did well in what could be their last starts for their current clubs.
MLB Trade Deadline
MLB
Who would say no? Dealing for the best aces at the deadline
To land a pitcher such as Yu Darvish, Justin Verlander or Sonny Gray, it will take a substantial return of prospects.
Orioles
MLB
Throw in the towel: Teams that should be deadline sellers
Clubs with fading playoff hopes shouldn't cling to stars such as closer Zach Britton; they need to start working the phones. Here's who needs to run up the white flag.
MLB
For Pirates and Royals, dealing current stars for future value isn't simple
The two small-market teams are caught in no-man's land, with just a few days to decide if the best option is gambling on the current roster or beefing up the farm system.
Tuesday's Top Moments
MLB
Encarnacion crushes walk-off grand slam in 11th.
Edwin Encarnacion sends everyone home with a walk-off grand slam out to left as the Indians beat the Angels 11-7 in 11 innings.
MLB
Bryant ejected for first time in career.
Kris Bryant is called for a strikeout, prompting him to argue with umpire Lance Barksdale and eventually get ejected.
Red Sox
MLB
Red Sox
MLB
Eduardo Nunez can help the Red Sox, but they can't stop there
Boston hopes the former Giants infielder will ease offensive woes, but with six days until the deadline, the club still craves an impact bat.
Red Sox
MLB
Nunez can be a high-reward hitter and baserunner, but also a high-risk fielder
Nunez's reputation precedes him, both for good and for bad. But the Red Sox felt he was a worthwhile acquisition.
MLB
Nunez drives in a pair of runs in last Giants at-bat.
The third baseman doubles to right field to drive in two runs in the fourth inning. Nunez would be traded to Boston later in the game.
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.
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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.
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
Does Whitehead deserve a second chance?
Cowboys head coach Jason Garrett is sticking to his decision to part ways with Lucky Whitehead even after he was falsely accused.
Cowboys
NFL
Cowboys open training camp with no doubts: It's 'Dak's team'
A year ago, he arrived at Cowboys training camp just trying to figure things out. Now second-year QB Dak Prescott is an established team leader.
Steelers
NFL
The $40 million question: Who will pay up for Le'Veon Bell?
The Steelers star would like to be paid like a No. 1 RB and a No. 2 WR ... combined.
NFL
NFL
53-man roster projections, camp previews for all 32 NFL teams
Who's on the bubble? Which rookie could surprise? NFL Nation reporters take a crack at a preliminary roster projection and preview what to expect in training camp for every team.
Panthers
NFL
From a 'Duck' car to a ride from mom: How Panthers arrived at camp
How did the Panthers get to training camp? Some hired a car service, others came in custom-painted vehicles, and one rookie got dropped off by his mom.
49ers
NFL
NFL ownership needs to answer questions about Kaepernick.
Josina Anderson and Ryan Clark explain why NFL owners and management need to make themselves accessible in order to find out why Colin Kaepernick can't land a job.
Cavaliers
Reaction to Rose signing
Cavaliers
NBA
Latest NBA free-agent moves: How will Derrick Rose fit with Cavs?
Kevin Pelton provides team-by-team analysis of every major and minor deal in Week 4 of free agency.
NBA
Vintage Derrick Rose.
A look back at some of D Rose's acrobatic finishes from his Bulls days.
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.
MLB
These coolers had no idea what hit 'em.
After Carlos Rodon took out his frustration on a cooler during Tuesday's loss to the Cubs, we revisit some other memorable moments when players attacked coolers.
Dodgers
MLB
Dodgers prospect hits homer off defender's head.
Oklahoma City Dodger Alex Verdugo hits the ball deep to right field and bounces off the head of Reno's Zach Borenstein for a three-run dinger.
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.
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.
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.
NBA
Billups tells SC6 he didn't know Kyrie wanted to be traded.
On SC6, Chauncey Billups corrects a recent report that stated that he was aware Kyrie Irving wanted to be traded during Billups' interview to become the Cavaliers president.
NBA Draft
How a 7-foot Icelandic farmer is cultivating unlikely NBA dreams
Less than four years removed from herding sheep and driving snowmobiles, Tryggvi Hlinason is now the future of Icelandic basketball.
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SATURDAY, AUG. 26
Boxing
McGregor: Mayweather will be 'sparked unconscious'
Conor McGregor and his promoter, Dana White, make a case for a KO victory come Aug. 26.
Mayweather-McGregor
Big bets keep coming for McGregor in Vegas
The vast majority of the bets made and money wagered have been on Conor McGregor to pull a massive upset against Floyd Mayweather on Aug. 26.
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MMA
Dana White had to buy his own tickets for Mayweather-McGregor.
Dana White tells Brett Okamoto about the ticketing issues that plagued Las Vegas in the lead-up to Mayweather-Pacquaio, which is causing everyone to buy their own tickets for the fight on Aug. 26.
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?
College Recruiting
LaMelo Ball, a Kentucky haul and other big things to watch this week in Las Vegas
There's a member of the Ball family in action, and we all know there is a possibility for fireworks. Plus, Kentucky is chasing a package deal.
Chargers
NFL
How RG III fits with Chargers.
Eric D. Williams discusses Robert Griffin III's workout with the Chargers and how the quarterback might fit in Los Angeles.
NFL
Panthers
NFL
Cam Newton still on the mend but won't be carrying excess weight into 2017
Cam Newton's improved conditioning heading into training camp has coach Ron Rivera and the Panthers excited.
Giants
NFL
Changes coming for Giants in Year 2 of Camp McAdoo
Giants second-year coach Ben McAdoo believes in keeping things fresh for his players and has added a few wrinkles to training camp.
Eagles
NFL
Carson Wentz on pitch count 'to some extent' during training camp
Carson Wentz set a franchise record with 607 passing attempts as a rookie, so the Eagles plan to monitor his usage during practices this summer.
MLB
Jose Altuve passes Aaron Judge as MVP favorite
What Altuve is doing in the Year of the Home Run is way more fun. But of course, Cody Bellinger and Giancarlo Stanton remind us why it has been fun.
Lakers
NBA
How Lonzo Ball energized a sagging franchise
Season tickets are sold out, and the buzz about rookie Lonzo Ball has Lakers fans wanting a prime seat for a new era in team history.
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.
English Premier League
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Title impact of top Prem signings
Title-contending Premier League clubs paid up for Alvaro Morata and Romelu Lukaku, among others. How will these players fit with their new sides?
Major League Soccer
- ESPN FC
Pro/rel aspect made $4B bid a non-starter
MLS was offered $4 billion for its broadcasting rights -- if the league implements promotion/relegation. Jeff Carlisle asks if it's a serious offer.
espnw
ESPNW
Still competing, three years after an ALS diagnosis
In 2014, when the Ice Bucket Challenge was gaining steam, marathoner Andrea Peet learned she had ALS. Since then, the viral challenge has raised millions to fight the disease, and Peet is still competing.
Redef + ESPN
Cricket's historian and the O.J. obsession
Remembering the man who rewrote the history of cricket, plus Rio's warning to the world: Read that and more in your daily mix from the world of sports in the REDEF newsletter.
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- Red Sox acquire 3B Nunez from Giants in trade
- Suns' Knight has torn ACL, likely out for season
- Yanks' Frazier has memorable 1st home at-bat
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- Cleared Whitehead: Cowboys called me 'a liar'
- Five worst deals of NBA free agency
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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.
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.
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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.
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The NFL stats that matter most
These 15 metrics will help you figure out the NFL teams primed for regression, the players ready to break out and who got plain lucky.
