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NBA Mock Draft: Trade talk and most likely picks
Chad Ford gives his new mock draft for both rounds, sharing the latest intel from scouts and GMs about likely picks, potential trades and more. Watch the draft at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN and streaming live on the ESPN App.
NBA Draft
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.
Top Headlines
Ball Family
nba draft 2018
Lonzo Ball wants to play with LeBron James.
In the midst of all of the rumors and what-ifs, Lonzo Ball creates a fun pitch to motivate LeBron James to join the Los Angeles Lakers.
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.
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
Béisbol Experience
Big Papi has made big league impact in Dominican Republic
You know the Boston icon for his MLB heroics and home runs, but a new generation of stars from his homeland will make sure David Ortiz's legacy lasts.
MLB
Pipo, pelota and the lessons of a long-ago life
In a vibrant family of Cuban transplants, a grandfather's beloved game became a beacon of peace and comfort, and a tutorial for savoring the small things.
Knicks
NBA
Knicks
NBA
Stephen A. calls Jackson an 'unmitigated disaster.'
Stephen A. Smith does not hold back on Phil Jackson's comments about potentially trading away Kristaps Porzingis.
Knicks
NBA
Phil: 'We're listening' to calls on Porzingis.
The Zen Master discusses the trade offers the Knicks are getting for Porzingis, saying, "We have to do what's good for our club."
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.
College World Series
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
Sparks
WNBA
Leslie an inspiring, transcendent WNBA star.
To commemorate the 25th year of The ESPYS, we celebrate 25 athletes who have made the greatest mark on this quarter century. As one of the first WNBA superstars, Lisa Leslie reached many milestones while being a positive influence on young athletes.
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!
Michigan
College Football
Life after The Hit: Vincent Smith's amazing second act
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 is a making his mark in the community.
NFL
NFL
Best NFL teams of past 30 years: Runaway surprise at No. 1
How many of Bill Belichick's Patriots teams are featured in Football Outsiders' top 30 NFL squads of the past 30 seasons? What about Joe Montana's 49ers and Darrell Green's Redskins?
Redskins
NFL
Redskins' 1991 team won with substance, not flash
The 1991 Washington Redskins weren't a team dominated by big personalities. They just won by a lot en route to a 17-2 season and a Super Bowl title.
NHL Draft
Friday, 7 p.m. ET
NHL
Final mock draft
Who will the Devils take first overall? Who will be the first draft pick in Vegas Golden Knights history? Get those questions answered and many more in our final projection of the first 31 picks.
Devils
NHL
Who should the Devils pick first overall in the NHL draft?
After winning the NHL draft lottery, the Devils must choose which prospect to select No. 1 overall. We break down their options and make a call on the top prospect in this year's class.
espnw
ESPNW
From cancer to death, an inspiring softball title
Mike Lambros is known as the winningest softball coach in North Carolina history and for helping special-needs kids. After his cancer diagnosis and mother's passing, his players and coaches rallied around him to win the state title.
NFL Nation
Seahawks
NFL
Russell Wilson has been NFL's top statistical QB when not under siege
The Seahawks' Russell Wilson has been the NFL's best QB from 2012-16 on plays when he's not pressured, according to analysis by Football Outsiders.
Chiefs
NFL
Chiefs aren't villains in the Jeremy Maclin situation
The Chiefs look bad for releasing Jeremy Maclin via voicemail, but the team wasn't wrong for cutting the receiver, who appears to have lost a step.
Packers
NFL
The Packers' fastest man: Trevor Davis' game needs to catch up to his speed
Outside of one game last season, Trevor Davis' rookie campaign wasn't very memorable. The Green Bay Packers think that may be about to change.
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.
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.
Raiders
NFL
Raiders' $125M gamble: It's no lock Derek Carr improves on 2016 leap
By giving Derek Carr a record contract, the Raiders are banking on the young QB taking another leap forward after a stellar 2016 season. How realistic is that?
espnW
NCAAW
Nine things to know about Title IX.
Kate Fagan explains nine little-known facts as Title IX celebrates 45 years since being passed.
espnw
- ESPNW
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.
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?
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.
REDEF + ESPN
A comeback in life, the freedom of the truth and welcome to drone racing
Expansion and the cap rule the NHL, and the stage or the pitch were your only options in England: 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
- Sources: Spurs shop Aldridge for top-10 pick
- Puig's home run trot in win draws ire of Mets
- Golden goalie: Expansion Vegas picks Fleury
- Sources: Billups weighing offer from Cavs
- NBA salary cap will be $2M less than expected
- Phil on KP offers: Will do what's best for team
- Trade tiers: A shopping list for MLB teams
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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!
Tanking in the NFL
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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.
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.
