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ESPN How the playoff's oldest remaining player kept Boston's title hopes alive

Al Horford and Brad Stevens first faced off in 2007. Now, 17 years later, an NBA championship would represent a coda to a nearly two-decade-long connection -- one that began with an epic March Madness clash.

ESPN Luka takes blame for loss, but 'he's not alone'

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic had 32 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists in Sunday's Game 2 loss to the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, but afterward, he shouldered the blame, saying, "My turnovers and my missed free throws cost us the game."

ESPN Sources: Ham returns to Bucks as top assistant

Former Lakers head coach Darvin Ham will join Doc Rivers' staff with the Bucks as his top assistant, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

ESPN Clark on Olympics snub: 'Something to work for'

Caitlin Clark said she wasn't disappointed about missing out on the Olympic team, calling it "something to work for" in the future.

ESPN Judge defends Grisham after 'We want Soto' chant

After fans at Yankee Stadium called for Juan Soto, Trent Grisham hit a three-run, go-ahead homer for New York in its 6-4 win over the Dodgers -- causing some of those fans to chant "We want Grisham!" in the seldom-used outfielder's next at-bat.

ESPN 'Eternally grateful' Waller, 31, retires from NFL

Giants tight end Darren Waller is retiring from the NFL at age 31.

ESPN Celtics up 2-0; Porzingis (leg) feels good about G3

Jrue Holiday's 26 points helped Boston to a 2-0 lead in the NBA Finals. Meanwhile, Kristaps Porzingis appeared to tweak his right leg in the fourth quarter but feels good about playing in Game 3, saying, "I'll die out there if we need."

ESPN Hurley: Lakers make 'compelling case' to be HC

UConn's Dan Hurley told ESPN the Lakers made a "compelling case" and presented a "compelling vision" for him to become the franchise's next coach. He plans to make a decision on his future Monday.

ESPN Door closed: Guardiola rejects Barça return

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has closed the door on a future return to FC Barcelona.

ESPN Valencia fans jailed for Vinícius Jr. racist abuse

Three fans have been sentenced to eight months in prison and banned from stadiums for two years over the racist abuse of Vinícius Júnior at Mestalla in May 2023.

ESPN Meet the 'Old Guys Without a Stanley Cup' of the 2024 Final

Many players on the Panthers and Oilers are seeking their first championship after long careers in the NHL. Here are the eight most prominent.

ESPN Stanley Cup Final betting tips: Props, odds, Game 2 picks

Stanley Cup Final betting lines, props and picks for Game 2 between the Oilers and Panthers.

ESPN NWSL Power Rankings: KC Current go top as NC Courage in free fall

The Kansas City Current are first in our NWSL Power Rankings this week after a big win over Seattle Reign, while NC Courage struggle in recent form.

ESPN Gorman, Ramos lead the list of waiver wire picks

Gorman, Ramos lead the list of players you should be claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN The 2024 college football conference realignment tracker

From the Big Ten to the Big South, here is a comprehensive look at where each FBS team will be playing college football during the 2024 season.