Who is James Nnaji — the most polarizing player in college basketball?
The first men’s player to be drafted then cleared by the NCAA sent shockwaves through the sport. Here’s how and why.
Men’s pound-for-pound rankings: A new No. 1 crowned, plus a top-10 return
Oleksandr Usyk takes over Terence Crawford and a familiar face makes his return to the list. Here are the latest ESPN P4P rankings.
Don’t be surprised if … Kon Knueppel leads the league in 3s made
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Kon Knueppel, Trae Young, Jalen Johnson and more.
‘Gold or bust’ as U.S. NHL players think of Games
The U.S. is confident going into the Olympics despite not winning a “best-on-best” international competition at the adult level since the 1996 World Cup of Hockey or men’s Games gold since the 1980 “Miracle on Ice” team.
Federer understands Alcaraz’s ‘tough’ Slam chase
Roger Federer said he won’t be the one to remind Carlos Alcaraz about how hard it is to complete a career Grand Slam.
One trade-worthy player on each NBA team: Morant, Kuminga and more players to watch
With the NBA trade deadline looming, we evaluated the players most likely to get dealt — and why their roster status is precarious.
Meet ‘Dillon the villain’: The NBA’s biggest antagonist beloved by teammates
Dillon Brooks felt unwanted in Memphis, but was beloved in Houston and has the Suns overachieving this season.
Transfer rumors, news: PSG eye Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández
Enzo Fernández has admirers at Paris Saint-Germain, and Atlético Madrid want Wolves’ João Gomes. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Seven transfer targets who could improve any team this month
Which players should clubs be targeting if they need a midseason boost?
Which new coaches best rebuilt their 2025 recruiting classes
After an unprecedented coaching cycle, new coaches had to scramble to salvage recruiting classes.