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ESPN Cavs fire Bickerstaff despite run to East semis

The Cavaliers dismissed coach J.B. Bickerstaff on Thursday after five seasons.

ESPN Kyrie strikes early, Luka late as Mavs win Game 1

Kyrie Irving scored 24 of his 30 in the first half and Luka Doncic had 15 of his 33 points in the fourth quarter to help the Mavericks take Game 1 over the Timberwolves.

ESPN Clark trying to stay 'positive' as Fever fall to 0-5

Caitlin Clark had 21 points in her best all-around game as a pro in Wednesday's 85-83 loss to the Storm and said she's confident the Fever's "first win will be right around the corner."

ESPN WNBA Toronto team plans to play across Canada

Toronto has been awarded the WNBA's first franchise outside the United States, with the expansion team set to begin play in 2026.

ESPN Vanderbilt hoops transfer Lubin commits to UNC

Vanderbilt forward Ven-Allen Lubin, who averaged over 12 points and six rebounds a game last season for the Commodores, is transferring to North Carolina.

ESPN Jokic joined by familiar names on All-NBA 1st team

Newly crowned MVP Nikola Jokic earned his fourth All-NBA first-team selection on Wednesday and was joined by repeat first-teamers Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Jayson Tatum.

ESPN Nadal draws No. 4 Zverev to start French farewell

Rafael Nadal is in the French Open field after all, and the 14-time champion was set up for a challenging first-round matchup against Alexander Zverev.

ESPN WWE's SummerSlam to be 2-night event in 2026

The 2026 edition of WWE's SummerSlam will be held at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis and take place over two nights.

ESPN MLB Power Rankings: Who's the new No. 1 team?

As the battle in the NL continues between three powerhouses, one club makes its debut at the top spot.

ESPN Sources: Barça would opt for Flick if Xavi goes

Hansi Flick has emerged as one of the leading candidates to take over Barcelona if Xavi is sacked, but the Catalan club will not make a final decision until president Joan Laporta joins the coach at a meeting scheduled for next week, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Source: Bayern close to Kompany agreement

Bayern Munich and Burnley are close to reaching an agreement for manager Vincent Kompany, a source told ESPN.

ESPN Fagioli in Italy's Euro '24 squad after betting ban

Juventus midfielder Nicolo Fagioli has been named in Italy's provisional squad for the upcoming Euro 2024 tournament in Germany.

ESPN West Ham appoint ex-Madrid coach Lopetegui

West Ham have confirmed the appointment of Julen Lopetegui, who will replace David Moyes as manager for next season.

ESPN Thiago Motta to leave Bologna amid Juventus links

Bologna coach Thiago Motta has opted not to renew his contract, the Serie A club said on Thursday, with the ex-Italy international set to move to Juventus, according to Italian media reports.

ESPN Sources: Madrid near Modric deal, Nacho in doubt

Real Madrid are close to agreeing new contracts with Luka Modric, Lucas Vázquez and Andriy Lunin, sources have told ESPN, but doubts remain about the future of club captain Nacho Fernández.