Lakers' Ham: 'Not changing my starting lineup'

Lakers coach Darvin Ham said he will keep the same starting five as Los Angeles looks to prevent a series sweep against Denver in Game 4 on Saturday.[read more]

Penix: I had 'good conversation' with Cousins

Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. spoke on the phone Thursday night after the Falcons stunningly took Penix with the No. 8 pick in the NFL draft.[read more]

Hurley, UConn land No. 9 overall recruit McNeeley

Liam McNeeley, a top-10 recruit and the best available high school prospect in 2024, has committed to UConn, he told ESPN.[read more]

'We're not going to rush his development': What is the Vikings' plan for preparing J.J. McCarthy to start?

The Vikings secured their quarterback of the future in the draft, but when will McCarthy take over?[read more]

Raiders eye Bowers as 'playmaker' amid TE glut

Although the Raiders have a surplus of tight ends, GM Tom Telesco views Brock Bowers as a much-needed "playmaker."[read more]

Penix: I had 'good conversation' with Cousins

Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. spoke on the phone Thursday night after the Falcons stunningly took Penix with the No. 8 pick in the NFL draft.[read more]

'Floodgates open' for Magic, Banchero in win

Magic ride hot shooting to 121-83 win over the Cavaliers, Orlando's first playoff win at home in almost 13 years.[read more]

Knicks call Embiid's flagrant on Robinson 'dirty'

The Knicks took exception to a flagrant foul 76ers star Joel Embiid committed on Mitchell Robinson, calling the play "dirty."[read more]

Embiid puts up 50, reveals Bell's palsy diagnosis

Joel Embiid scored 50 points to lead the 76ers to a needed Game 3 win over the Knicks and afterward addressed his recent diagnosis with a condition that has affected the left side of his face.[read more]

MLB bringing back Players Weekend in August

For the first time since 2019, MLB will dedicate three days in August to players, focusing on showcasing them beyond their stats and on-field performances, according to a release distributed Thursday.[read more]

White Sox call up vet OF Pham in flurry of moves

The Chicago White Sox called up outfielder Tommy Pham from Triple-A Charlotte on Friday and selected the contract of outfielder Rafael Ortega.[read more]

Jays place right-hander Francis on 15-day IL

The Toronto Blue Jays placed right-hander Bowden Francis on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with right forearm extensor tendinitis.[read more]

NHL draft lottery scheduled to take place May 7

The 2024 NHL draft lottery will take place on May 7, the league announced Friday.[read more]

Leafs' Nylander nears return with game Saturday

Maple Leafs forward William Nylander is nearing a return from injury ahead of Saturday's Game 4 against the Bruins.[read more]

NHL playoffs MVP, Conn Smythe Trophy betting odds

Every player's odds to win the Conn Smythe Trophy in the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs.[read more]