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Paul George would help LeBron and Cavs bridge Golden State gap
The Cleveland Cavaliers appear to have a title obstacle that won't go away any time soon. A possible solution exists -- but it won't be an easy deal.
FiveThirtyEight
FiveThirtyEight
If the Warriors sweep, are they the best NBA team ever?
FiveThirtyEight investigates where this Warriors team ranks compared to Michael Jordan's Bulls.
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NBA
Warriors
NBA
Stephen A. credits Durant over Curry for playoff run.
Stephen A. Smith breaks down how Kevin Durant's unselfish contributions have propelled the Warriors.
Cavaliers
NBA
What LeBron said -- and what he meant -- during Thursday's interview
A day after falling behind 3-0 in the NBA Finals, LeBron James gave one of his most thoughtful and wide-ranging news conferences of the year.
French Open
Men's semifinals
Tennis
Wawrinka works hard for win, Nadal does not
Stan Wawrinka worked painfully hard in taking down Andy Murray at the French Open, which doesn't seem fair at all, considering the Swiss will now have to take on Rafael Nadal in Sunday's championship match.
Tennis
Andy Murray summed up the fifth-set letdown against Stan Wawrinka perfectly in his postmatch press conference: "I mean, [Stan] obviously hit some greats shots in the fifth, but I didn't keep the score close enough to sort of put him under pressure."
Tennis
Andy Murray wasting no time looking ahead to Wimbledon
Despite his loss at the French Open on Friday, Andy Murray is feeling confident that Wimbledon will be nothing but a success.
French Open
Men's semifinals
NBA
Warriors
NBA
He's heating up, he's on fire! The truth about the hot hand in the NBA
For decades, mathematicians and statheads alike denied the existence of the "hot hand." But what if they were wrong? Evidence suggests players can get NBA Jam-level hot. Just ask Klay Thompson.
Warriors
NBA
The Hot Hand myth is turning into truth.
What was once considered to be a superstition in sports, the hot hand is increasingly being considered more real.
NHL
Penguins vs. Predators
Penguins
NHL
What a Cup would mean for key Penguins
Winning trophies is old hat for Chris Kunitz, Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin, but hoisting the Cup this year would still have unique significance for teammates like veteran Ron Hainsey and rising star Jake Guentzel.
NHL
Crosby remains center of attention -- and controversy
From his dazzling assists to his skirmish with P.K. Subban, Sidney Crosby is showing why he's the best player in the game -- and a lightning rod for opposing fans.
College Baseball
Louisville Cardinals
The next Clayton Kershaw or the next Bryce Harper? Brendan McKay wants to be both
Equally dangerous at the plate and on the mound, Louisville's ace slugger McKay could be the No. 1 pick in the MLB draft -- and a pioneer for two-way major leaguers.
College Baseball
Super regionals will feature history and rivalry
This postseason's super regional round has a coaching legend, three first-time programs, a team vying for four straight Omaha trips and several series that will settle in-season scores. Could you ask for more?
NCAA baseball
Manchester United
Soccer
ESPN FC
Ibrahimovic's Man United exit confirmed
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been released by Manchester United, the Premier League has announced.
Soccer
The unthinkable fate of Chapecoense
Seven months ago, Brazilian underdogs Chapecoense boarded a plane to play in the game of their lives. Instead, their biggest moment turned into a tragedy no one can forget.
Soccer
Ronaldo nets two in Portugal's win.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a goal in each half to lead the way for Portugal's World Cup qualifying victory over Latvia.
UEFA World Cup Qualifying
Giants
NFL
Giants hold all the cards in Beckham contract talks
Odell Beckham Jr. has outgrown his rookie contract in a hurry, but that doesn't mean the Giants should ignore their leverage and rush to sign him to an extension.
Warriors
NBA
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
Draymond Green has two teams: the Warriors and ‘Team Draymond’
A diverse group of influencers assist the Golden State forward in his day-to-day life.
NBA
Lowe: One year after an unparalleled mistake, Green has no regrets
Draymond Green believes his infamous swipe at LeBron James' groin cost Golden State the title in 2016. Zach Lowe shares the inside story of how the Warriors forgave him.
Warriors-Cavs
NBA
Stephen A. incredibly alarmed about future of NBA.
Stephen A. Smith is disappointed in LeBron James' attitude about super teams and the effect they're having on regular-season play.
Cavaliers
NBA
LeBron wants to be held accountable.
LeBron James' high school coach explains how the star responds to coaches who aren't scared to guide him.
NBA Draft
June 22
NBA
Hanging with the Ball family: An inside look at their home
Whether it's the "Big Baller special" breakfast or Lonzo's $495 basketball shoes locked in a display case, the Ball household does not disappoint.
nba draft 2017
Lonzo Ball opens up about his dad, pursuing NBA.
Lonzo Ball discusses the criticism his father, LaVar, faces and what would happen if he isn't drafted by the Lakers.
Lakers
NBA
What are those? Lonzo Ball spotted in Adidas kicks at Lakers workout
His Big Baller Brand ZO2 shoes are not yet in mass production, so the draft's top prospect decided to sport a pair of James Harden's signature sneakers while working out Wednesday for the Lakers.
Cricket
The Kenya cricket team that fights for women's rights
The Maasai Cricket Warriors are fighting for women's rights, one wicket at a time.
MLB Draft
Begins Monday
MLB
The ultimate MLB draft: The best player ever at every spot from 1-30
Alex Rodriguez lived up to the billing as a No. 1 overall selection. Chris Sale has found stardom after going 13th. We looked back through all 52 years of the draft, and found the star who has made the biggest impact at each pick.
MLB
MLB
Fifteen years after Moneyball, are fat, short players any more likely to be drafted?
A's GM Billy Beane famously questioned whether a classic baseball body was overrated. Maybe it still is.
MLB Draft
Law's 2017 Big Board: Explosive pitchers top list
Hunter Greene, Kyle Wright and MacKenzie Gore can all bring extreme heat from the mound. Which one of these hard throwers is our top prospect?
French Open
Women's final, Saturday 9 a.m. ET
Tennis
Why Halep might have to play the match of a lifetime to win French Open
Simona Halep has experience on her side, but her opponent in Saturday's final, Jelena Ostapenko, has power on her side. So naturally this match will come down to one thing: nerves.
Tennis
Ostapenko, Halep represent the future of women's tennis
No Serena? No Azarenka? No problem. French Open finalists Jelena Ostapenko and Simona Halep have showed us that women's tennis is not just fine, but perhaps even thriving.
Father's Day Gift Guide
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Great gift ideas for dad
Looking for the perfect Father's Day gift? We've got some dad-pleasing suggestions sure to put a smile on his face.
Avalanche
NHL
On this date: Bourque finally wins Stanley Cup.
On June 9, 2001, five-time Norris Trophy winner Ray Bourque wins his first and only Stanley Cup.
World Cup Qualifying
U.S.-Mexico: 8:30 p.m. ET Sunday
World Cup Qualifying
- ESPN FC
Donovan fondly recalls U.S.-Mexico memories
Landon Donovan knows beating Mexico at the Azteca will be tough for the U.S., but he says the Yanks' experience south of the border could be vital.
World Cup Qualifying - CONCACAF
U.S.-Mexico: Sunday, 8:30 p.m. ET
- ESPN FC
What's it like for U.S. stars in Mexico?
For players starring with teams south of the border, the U.S.-Mexico rivalry is much more complicated than you'd think.
OSU
Men's college hoops
The big questions (and answers) for Chris Holtmann at Ohio State
Ohio State abruptly parted ways with Thad Matta, then quickly landed Chris Holtmann. The Buckeyes' new coach will have to get to work -- and fast. There are obstacles for Holtmann, and we look at the five biggest.
Florida
College football
Malik Zaire emerges from college football QB purgatory
It took longer than expected for the Notre Dame transfer quarterback to find a new home. For Zaire, finding trust and a starting job got him out of football's no man's land.
Formula 1
The wheels-up, hammer-down days of Lewis Hamilton
Rihanna on the beach. Drake in the club. Kendall Jenner on his arm. Lewis Hamilton, Formula One's most dominant racer, is living the hell out of life.
Boxing
Holyfield: 'I was able to accomplish things no other fighters have'
Evander Holyfield, one of the greatest heavyweights in boxing history, will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame on Sunday, and he will be thinking about the woman who made him who he is: his mother.
Major League Soccer
Soccer
- ESPN FC
Dallas defense must keep pace with attack
FC Dallas is known for its well-oiled offense, but the team's defense that helped claim the Supporters' Shield last year is suspect at a bad time.
NFL
Players unions preparing for legalized sports gambling.
Trey Wingo commends the sports unions for organizing themselves in anticipation of widespread legalized sports betting.
NFL Nation
Eagles
NFL
Renaissance man: Eagles safety Malcolm Jenkins turns love of fashion into a business
Among Jenkins' many off-the-field pursuits are a passion for fashion and a desire to guide the less stylish -- including certain teammates.
Saints
NFL
Adrian Peterson gets week of rest as Mark Ingram returns for Saints
It's been the Saints' plan to rest Peterson during OTAs given the mileage on his tires. Meanwhile, fellow RB Ingram returned from injury.
Bills
NFL
Driver thought DB's trip was for wings, not Bills
Uber driver Hadi Abdollahian thought he was giving Bills defensive back Shareece Wright a trip from Chicago's O'Hare airport to Buffalo Wild Wings, but he instead picked up a 550-mile fare to Buffalo, New York.
Public Editor
ESPN must prove commitment to journalism in wake of recent talent cuts
While ESPN's dedication to quality journalism appears strong, writes the public editor, staff reductions dealt a blow to newsgathering capabilities.
Belmont Stakes
Post Time: 6:37 ET, Saturday
Cloud Computing's win was loss for Belmont, horse racing
The 149th running of the Belmont Stakes will continue a grand American sporting tradition. Does no Triple Crown possibility extinguish all the excitement for Belmont Park stakeholders and revelers?
Redef + ESPN
A shoe story and a deep loss in Buffalo
The tale of Allen Iverson and Reebok, and baseball fades away in Buffalo: Read that and more in your daily mix of must-reads from the world of sports in the REDEF newsletter.
Deportes
Santiago González: 'Estoy viviendo un sueño.'
El tenista mexicano comparte lo maravilloso que es llegar hasta este punto y la preparación que está realizando.
Top Headlines
- Ohio State names Holtmann new head coach
- Giants expect OBJ, Vernon after OTAs no-show
- Browns cut DB hours before Indians first pitch
- 3-on-3 hoops added to 2020 Tokyo Olympics
- Wawrinka rallies to upset Murray at French
- LaVar Ball unplugged: Views on wife, life, sons
- Are Curry and Durant the best NBA duo ever?
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On This Date: June 9, 2010
When Kane clinched the 2010 Stanley Cup
On June 9, 2010, Patrick Kane ended Chicago's 49-year Stanley Cup drought with a memorable overtime goal.
Lingering hatred for Lochte?
- Emily Shur For ESPN
Do You Really Still Hate Ryan Lochte?
In consideration of fireworks, massages, Olympic gold, reality TV, marriage, fatherhood -- and that incident in Rio.
Incomplete games
- AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin
The death of the complete game
A pitcher going the distance happens less often than ever before in the majors. We've studied the box scores -- and found the formula for CGs in 2017.
Remembering Kimbo Slice
- Cooper Neill for ESPN
The final days of Kimbo Slice
Kimbo Slice died unexpectedly on June 6, 2016. One year later, his family reflects on his fighting spirit throughout his career and during his final days.
