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ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Yates' draft rankings: Top 50 prospects, plus scouting reports
Who are the best players in this year's class? Where do they stand out? Field Yates stacks his top 50 prospects.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Looking back at Day 1 of men's March Madness
Our reporters detail how each game was won Thursday and look ahead to the matchups created for Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Men's March Madness live tracker: Updates from Friday's first round
ESPN reporters are on-site across the country with real-time updates from the 2026 NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Ronaldo to miss Portugal games vs. U.S., Mexico
Al Nassr star Cristiano Ronaldo was not included in Portugal's call-up for pre-FIFA World Cup friendlies to be played vs. Mexico and the United States later this month.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Amid scandal, CSUB eyes USC's Lee, sources say
Cal State Bakersfield is working toward hiring USC assistant Todd Lee as its next head coach, sources told ESPN's Jeff Borzello. Coach Rod Barnes left in September and an assistant faces pimping charges.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Dual MVP gold Judge, Ohtani card sells for $2.16M
The 2025 Topps Chrome dual MVP gold Logoman card featuring game-worn patches taken from Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani jerseys -- numbered 1-of-1 and signed on-card by the reigning MVPs -- has sold via Fanatics Collect for $2.16 million.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Tuskegee coach files suit vs. Morehouse, officers
Tuskegee basketball coach Benjy Taylor has filed a $1 million federal lawsuit against two police officers and Morehouse College stemming from his postgame detainment on Jan. 31.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

How Chuck Norris Facts gave birth to the modern meme
Chuck Norris was a karate legend, then an action star, and then ... memes. So many memes.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Women's March Madness live tracker: Updates from Friday's first round
We're following all the action from 16 games throughout Day 1 of the women's NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Women's tournament: Odds, spreads, totals and BPI for every game in the first round
Money lines, spreads, totals and BPI for the first round of the women's tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Men's tournament odds: Arizona, Michigan pull ahead after Duke stumbles out of gate
Who is favored to advance and win it all in the men's college basketball tournament?

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Men's tournament: Four bets and an Eliminator pick for Friday's games
As you prepare for tipoff, here are our best bets for the first round, plus picks for the new Eliminator game.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Women's tournament odds: UConn odds-on favorite; UCLA, Texas, South Carolina next
Odds for each team to advance through the bracket and to win the 2026 women's college basketball championship.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Georgia Tech names ex-Troy coach Cross as HC
Georgia Tech has named former Troy coach Scott Cross as the school's next men's basketball head coach, it was announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Rodman to be inducted in WWE HOF, sources say
Basketball Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman will be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame for his time in WCW during the Monday night wars, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Sources: Ga. Tech closing on Troy's Cross as HC
Georgia Tech is finalizing a deal to hire Troy coach Scott Cross to be the school's next men's basketball head coach, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

From Detroit's rising star to the Yankees' shortstop situation: What to know from MLB spring training
What did you miss at major league camps this spring while watching the World Baseball Classic? Here's what stood out to us from Florida and Arizona.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

'The best is still yet to come': Why Wyatt Langford is an AL MVP sleeper pick
Langford has gone from overhyped to overlooked. That could change in 2026 for the 24-year-old.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

How the top offensive line signings will fit in 2026
The top 2026 recruits at each position have their new homes. Here's how their games will work.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Who's your first signing? Most annoying coach? Best city? ESPN's player survey?
LaLiga players answered ESPN's questions on everything from which one star they would sign for their team to those all-important EA FC player ratings.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

'Street dog mentality': Buddy the Dog inspires Queens University men's basketball
A hollowed-out replica of a German Shepherd dog has become Queens University's unofficial mascot in its first NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

How did Tottenham go from Europa League champs to a very real relegation battle?
It's been nearly 50 years since Tottenham were relegated, but it's a real possibility this season.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Power Rankings: How did Arsenal drop and Man City rise in ratings of all teams?
ESPN's Premier League Power Rankings return to look at all 20 teams: Why did Arsenal drop while Man City replaced them?

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Why DC coach expects Defenders to get every team's best shot
Defenders eager to defend title; new UFL owner opts for "more intimate" feel with smaller stadiums.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Welcome to 'The Reef': LIU's 'fins up' chant has turned a near-empty gym into March magic
A few college basketball fanatics were looking for a local team to root for in 2023. They landed on the LIU Sharks -- and turned rooting for them into a passion.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Potential busts to avoid in 2026
Who does Tristan H. Cockcroft think will underachieve in 2026? We have the names to steer clear of when drafting your rosters.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Could Cam Jordan be a Chief? Unpacking KC's free agency, and what's next
The Chiefs hope their free agent class can make a bigger impact than last year's underwhelming acquisitions.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

After letting the Super Bowl MVP walk, what's the Seahawks' plan at running back?
Kenneth Walker's departure leaves a hole in a backfield already weakened by Zach Charbonnet's injury.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Who's winning the Presidents' Trophy?
Here's how the race for the top overall seed looks. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, points pace vs. preseason projections
The Sabres have charged into the top three. Plus, how has each team done this season compared to its preseason over/under?

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

'They're not even close': Why a Giannis trade might be even more complicated this summer
As the Giannis trade watch enters another offseason, a rare ownership structure and financial turmoil have left opposing teams wondering: Who's in charge here?

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea want to extend Fernández amid PSG, Madrid interest
Chelsea could make Enzo Fernández their highest-earner amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid and others. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

NYU's 91-game win streak ends in D-III Final Four
Two-time defending champion NYU lost 60-52 to Scranton in the Final Four of the Division III NCAA tournament on Thursday night, ending the Violets' 91-game winning streak.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Luka drops 60, gets MVP chants from Heat crowd
Luka Doncic scored 60 points, the first Laker to do so since Kobe Bryant's career finale in 2016, as L.A. won in Miami to push its season-best win streak to eight games.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Wemby's game winner puts Spurs back in playoffs
Victor Wembanyama nailed a go-ahead 17-foot fadeaway with 1.1 seconds left Thursday night, and the Spurs clinched a postseason berth for the first time in six seasons.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Your guide to men's March Madness Day 1: Recaps, every winner's chance to advance, more
ESPN's reporters detail how each game was won Thursday, plus look ahead to Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

UNC's Davis: Fatigue not to blame for collapse
In a series of terse exchanges with reporters after VCU's 82-78 OT win, North Carolina coach Hubert Davis said he didn't think his team was tired and said it was "my decision" when asked why he had gone with a six-man rotation in the waning minutes.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

Luka puts up 60 vs. Heat as Lakers stay hot
Luka Doncic scored 60 points, tying the second-most points he has scored in a game, as the Lakers pushed their season-best winning streak to eight games.

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

?? Women's tournament: Bracket breakdown
ESPN talent cast their votes for which foursome will reach the Final Four. Will Phoenix be full of chalk?

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

BYU's Dybantsa to mull future in upcoming weeks
BYU freshman AJ Dybantsa said he expects to decide on his playing future in the "next couple of weeks."

ESPN Sports
Mar 20, 2026

LeBron in Miami -- where he was at his career best
When was LeBron James' peak? There's an argument to be made for 2013, when his Miami Heat did not lose for 52 straight days.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

NBA debut to March Madness: Sandfort surprises brother in Nebraska win
Less than 12 hours after his NBA debut, Payton Sandfort showed up courtside to support Pryce.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

VCU rallies from 19 down, knocks out UNC in OT
Terrence Hill Jr. made a stepback 3-pointer with 15 seconds left in overtime, and 11th-seeded VCU erased from a 19-point second-half deficit to stun sixth-seeded North Carolina 82-78 on Thursday night in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Sources: WNBA's new CBA expedites max deals
A new provision in the WNBA's pending CBA fast-tracks the ability for players on rookie-scale contracts to make maximum and supermax salaries, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Texas overcomes Dybantsa's 35 points, upsets BYU
No. 11 seed Texas knocked off sixth-seeded BYU 79-71 on Thursday in the opening round of the NCAA tournament, overcoming 35 points from Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

WBC title game ratings nearly double from 2023
This year's World Baseball Classic championship game between Venezuela and the United States was seen by 10,784,000 viewers on Fox and Fox Deportes, nearly double the viewership for Japan's victory over the U.S. in the 2023 final.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

LeBron ties Parish's record with 1,611th game
LeBron James tied Robert Parish for the NBA's all-time games-played mark, with the Hall of Famer saying James is "deserving" of breaking the record.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Leafs' Matthews (MCL surgery) down 12 weeks
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews underwent successful MCL surgery Thursday, with an expected recovery time of 12 weeks, the team announced.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Johnston, High Point stun 5th-seeded Badgers
Chase Johnston made his first 2-point basket of the season to give No. 12 seed High Point an 83-82 victory over fifth-seeded Wisconsin on Thursday in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Duke dodges scare, tips cap to McNamara, Siena
Duke barely avoided a shocking upset to open the NCAA tournament, with the No. 1 overall seed having to rally from 13 points down and going ahead for good in the final five minutes to beat 16th-seeded Siena 71-65 on Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Sources: NFL to vote on Raiders succession plan
NFL owners are scheduled to vote on a Raiders succession plan that gives Silver Lake co-chief executive officer Egon Durban the option to purchase a majority stake in the team from longtime owner Mark Davis, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

What the 2026 WNBA CBA means for league, players, salaries
Is this CBA truly transformational? Breaking down the impact of the WNBA's new deal.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Follow live: No. 1 overall seed Duke
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ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

High Point rallies late to stun 5th-seeded Badgers
Chase Johnston made his first 2-point basket of the season, a fast-break layup with 11.7 seconds remaining that gave No. 12 seed High Point an 83-82 victory over fifth-seeded Wisconsin on Thursday in the first round of the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

'Storybook ending': Nebraska ends NCAA drought
No. 4 seed Nebraska captured its first-ever NCAA tournament win in a 76-47 drubbing of No. 13 seed Troy in the first round Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

TCU backs up its tough talk, bounces Buckeyes
Xavier Edmonds converted a layup to beat the shot clock with 4.3 seconds left, and No. 9 seed TCU held off a furious second-half rally by eighth-seeded Ohio State for a 66-64 victory to open the first round of the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Iran soccer chief: We'll boycott U.S., not WCup
Iran will "boycott the United States, but not the World Cup," the president of the country's football federation said Wednesday, in quotes reported by Iran's Fars news agency.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Sources: Heat to waive Rozier before playoffs
The Miami Heat are expected to waive guard Terry Rozier before the end of the regular season to create a roster spot for the team's playoff run, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

LeBron, Doncic, Reaves questionable for Lakers
Lakers stars LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves are questionable for Thursday night's matchup against the Miami Heat.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

UK's Pope offers little on Lendeborg's money talk
Kentucky men's basketball coach Mark Pope had a lot of things to say about Yaxel Lendeborg's comments that he received a multimillion dollar offer to play for the Wildcats -- except for saying the Michigan star was wrong.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Where was Team USA's star closer?! How pitching restrictions rocked an otherwise epic WBC
The 2026 World Baseball Classic was another success story. But issues with pitcher usage are still holding it back.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Ranking the top 50 men's college basketball players who could define March Madness
From mid-major leaders to national superstars, here's who could impact their teams' NCAA tournament runs.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

LeBron is back in Miami, where he was at his career best
When was LeBron James' peak? There's an argument to be made for 2013, when his Miami Heat did not lose for 52 straight days.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Men's March Madness live tracker: Updates from Thursday's first round
ESPN reporters are on site across the country with real-time updates from the 2026 NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Pistons star Cunningham out with collapsed lung
Pistons star Cade Cunningham has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung and is expected to miss an extended period of time.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Profar gets full PED ban after appeal resolved
Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar will miss the entire 2026 season after his appeal of a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs was resolved.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Blue Jays righty Yesavage to begin season on IL
Manager John Schneider said Thursday that Trey Yesavage will begin the season on the injured list due to a shoulder impingement.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Boozer, Dybantsa, Peterson, Wagler: Coaches break down freshmen built for March
Former coaches break down who can lead, win and elevate their teams when it matters most.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Ranking the 25 best players in women's March Madness
Who are the top players in the bracket? Where do Azzi Fudd, Hannah Hidalgo and Lauren Betts rank?

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Tracking NFL free agency: We recapped all the signings, trades and cuts from March
We followed every NFL free agency signing, trade, cut, contract restructures and other moves over the course of two weeks.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

10 great signings, six great trades: The NFL free agency moves that Walder graded with an 'A'
We've graded more than 60 signings and trades over the past few weeks. But only 16 moves received top marks. We ranked those deals.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Sources: Cunningham out with collapsed lung
Pistons star Cade Cunningham has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung and is expected to miss an extended period of time, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

WBC's success may lead to midseason tourney
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred says the continued growth and success of the World Baseball Classic could lead to a midseason competition in the future.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Vikings bring back Wentz, adding to QB depth
The Vikings agreed to terms with quarterback Carson Wentz on a one-year deal Thursday, adding to their depth in a key year for them at the position.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

MLB joins prediction space with Polymarket deal
MLB has named Polymarket as the league's official prediction market exchange and announced an information sharing agreement with the CFTC, the federal body that oversees the growing industry.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Champions League quarterfinal preview, predictions: Barcelona to keep rolling?
We have four incredible quarterfinals, including Barcelona-Atlético. Bill Connelly previews and predicts the action.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Biggest questions, projections and more: Storylines to watch ahead of NBA playoffs
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions facing contenders in the East and West as the regular season winds to a close.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Is USMNT striker group the best it's ever had for a World Cup?
For the past 20 years, the USMNT has never truly had one striker it could reliably depend on. Now, ahead of this summer's World Cup, it has four.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

2026 NCAA wrestling championships: Schedule, how to watch
It's time for the 2026 NCAA wrestling championships! This year crowned the first women's tournament champion. Check out how to watch now.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

?? Best bets for men's tournament first round
As you prepare for tipoff, here are our best bets for the first round, plus picks for the new Eliminator game.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

27 straight wins: Remembering the most dominant stretch of LeBron James' career
When was LeBron James' peak? There's an argument to be made for 2013, when his Miami Heat did not lose for 52 straight days.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

20 contenders, 20 lingering weaknesses: Barnwell fixes roster holes as free agency slows down
Will Aaron Rodgers check the QB box for the Steelers? Can the Seahawks find running back help? And is there something the Chiefs can do at cornerback?

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Broncos are all-in, and Dolphins are all-out, but does either strategy make sense?
Are the Broncos legit Super Bowl contenders? Are the Dolphins rebuilding in a smart way?

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Ranking the best deals of the offseason: 16 signings and trades that received an 'A' grade
We've graded more than 60 signings and trades over the past few weeks. But only 16 moves received top marks. We ranked those deals.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United make move for Newcastle's Guimarães
Manchester United have reportedly made a move for Bruno Guimarães, while Europe's biggest clubs keep an eye on Bournemouth's Rayan. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

'I'm not great at baseball most of the time': How Brent Rooker overcame failure to become an All-Star slugger
The designated hitter struggled early in his career -- but he's now a powerhouse hitter and crucial vocal leader in a young A's clubhouse.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Eight standout fights on the PFL slate over the next five weeks
Champion Costello van Steenis, fan-favorite Paul Hughes and familiar names Bryan Battle, Sergio Pettis and more litter the PFL's upcoming schedule.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Jackson Chourio, Roman Anthony among must-draft players
Here's a list of 20 names to keep in mind when drafting your 2026 rosters.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

What do the first two rounds of a perfect draft look like?
Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell reveal the ideal outcome for the first two rounds of a 10-team draft from any starting draft position.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Weekend predictions: Arsenal or Man City to win Carabao final? Who takes Madrid derby?
From a cup final in England to a Madrid derby and relegation six-pointer, another wild weekend of action awaits as Julien Laurens picks out the best games to watch in Europe.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Yates' rankings for the NFL draft: Sizing up the top 50 prospects, plus scouting reports
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Where do they stand out? Field Yates stacks his top 50 prospects.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Kiper's mock draft: How free agency shook up first-round landing spots for top prospects
How will top prospects come off the board in Round 1? Mel Kiper Jr. projects the draft's first 32 picks.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Is Mammoth-Golden Knights a first-round preview?
The clubs face off Thursday -- and maybe again in mid-April. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Women's March Madness Final Four, champion predictions
ESPN talent cast their votes for which foursome will reach the Final Four. Will Phoenix be full of chalk?

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid, PSG, Liverpool, Man United eye Rayan
Europe's biggest clubs are keeping an eye on Bournemouth winger Rayan, while Barcelona look for another route to sign Marcus Rashford. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

LeBron's 6 dunks key Lakers' 7th straight win
LeBron James put on a show Wednesday night in Houston as the Lakers matched their winning streak to a season-best seven games.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

LeBron says no interest in Vegas expansion bid
LeBron James, who has publicly entertained the possibility of being part of an ownership group for a potential NBA expansion franchise in Las Vegas, said he no longer intends to pursue the venture.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Miami (Ohio): SMU win 'proved doubters wrong'
After much debate in the lead-up to NCAA tournament selections, Miami (Ohio) beat SMU in the First Four on Wednesday night.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

UCL talking points: Are Arsenal favorites? Is anyone game enough to write off Madrid?
And then there were eight! With the UCL round of 16 done and dusted, ESPN's Mark Ogden, Tom Hamilton, Gab Marcotti and Alex Kirkland break down the action and what it means.

ESPN Sports
Mar 19, 2026

Enfield denies misleading NCAA on Edwards' injury
SMU coach Andy Enfield said standout guard B.J. Edwards missed Wednesday's loss to Miami (Ohio) in the First Four because he didn't feel "game-ready" after the team had announced last Friday that he would be available for the tournament.

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