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Windhorst: Everything I saw inside the NBA's mysterious draft lottery drawing room
Before one of the most anticipated drafts in recent memory, here's everything that transpired as the ping-pong balls were selected.

The Wizards have the No. 1 pick! Updated mock draft with all 60 picks
The Wizards, Jazz and Grizzlies have the top picks in the 2026 NBA draft. Here's Jeremy Woo's updated mock.

TOP HEADLINES

WEMBANYAMA EJECTED FROM GAME 4
SPURS-TIMBERWOLVES: SERIES TIED 2-2
Stephen A.: Wemby's elbow warrants a suspension for Game 5

Wemby gets ejected for elbowing Naz Reid above the neck


AROUND THE LEAGUE
The non-Round 1 impact rookies: Yates lists 20 sleepers who will play big roles in 2026
We picked out Day 2 and Day 3 NFL draft picks who could contribute right away, including R Mason Thomas and Antonio Williams.

Early NFL awards favorites, long shots: Which rookie has the easier path to OROTY?
There's still a long way to go until the 2026 season kicks off, but it's never too early to see who's a front-runner.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL LANDSCAPE
CFB buzz: Army-Navy's future, last JMU Hoosier, latest Buckeye phenom, next Mendoza
What we heard around college football after the completion of spring practice.


ORANGE AND BLUE SKIES
KNICKS SWEEP 76ERS, ADVANCE TO EAST FINALS
Why Stephen A. can see a championship in the Knicks' future

Jalen Brunson hits tough layup, buries a trey in seven seconds as Knicks secure series sweep



NBA OFFSEASON
The fragile legacy of Joel Embiid
Philadelphia 76ers center is a surefire Hall of Famer, but injury history has shaped his career arc and identity

Why a familiar summer awaits Joel Embiid and the 76ers
After a historic comeback gave way to a second-round sweep, the 76ers face another offseason of questions.


'WE GAVE THEM LIFE'
SABRES-CANADIENS BRAWL
Brawl ensues after goalie collision as Canadiens take series lead over Sabres

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Wild even up the series against the Avs?
It's a crucial Game 4 for Colorado and Minnesota. Plus, highlights from Sunday and updated stat leaders.

Top Headlines
- Mizzou star RB Hardy shot, in stable condition
- Sources: Chargers land TE Njoku on 1-year deal
- Wemby ejected; Johnson sounds off on officiating
- Harbaugh-led Giants to host Cowboys in Week 1
- Ant rallies Wolves, dedicates game to late mom
- Knicks take care of business, then jab Philly fans
- Pritchard on Pacers losing pick: 'Sorry' to our fans
- SEC has 6 of top 8 seeds in NCAA softball bracket
- ⚾ MLB free agency: Skubal status, top hitter, more
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The moment the Wizards won the NBA draft lottery
Take a look at the moment the Wizards claimed the top pick in the NBA draft lottery.
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Sounding Off
Stephen A., Skip argue over LeBron's place on all-time list
Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless debate where LeBron James stands on the all-time list.
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ESPN 2026 NBA mock draft machine: Simulate 60 picks over two rounds
Think you could do better than your team's GM? Now's your chance with our updated NBA mock draft machine.
Geoff Burke-Imagn Images Biggest roster holes for all 32 NFL teams following the draft
Even after free agency, trades and the draft, NFL teams still have at least one position that needs a boost. Here's one for every roster.
ESPN Why the American League standings look so ... weird
We break down the wild state of the Junior Circuit.
ESPN WNBA CBA: Inside the meetings that shaped the league's future
Two dozen lawyers, staffers and players met over eight marathon days in March to finalize the new WNBA CBA.
David Berding/Getty Images Post-lottery NHL mock draft: Who goes after Gavin McKenna?
With the top 16 picks set, here's our projection of who will be headed to each team.



































