Knicks to Open NBA Cup Title Defense Against LeBron James and 76ers
The Knicks will begin their NBA Cup title defense against LeBron James and Philadelphia, giving New York an immediate test in group play.
Matt Hasselbeck Joins Effort to Diagnose CTE in Living Former NFL Players
Former NFL quarterback Matt Hasselbeck is involved in research seeking to detect CTE in living people, a major unresolved medical challenge.
2026 NFL Preseason Opens With Quarterback Jobs and Roster Decisions in Focus
The 2026 NFL preseason opens with quarterback decisions, injury management and roster battles set to shape the regular-season outlook.
College Football Top 25: CBS Sports Weighs Concerns and Optimism for 2026 Contenders
CBS Sports’ 2026 college football contender review pairs each top-25 team’s biggest concern with its strongest reason for optimism.
Los Angeles Lakers Sold for Record $12.5 Billion to Josh Kushner-Bob Iger Group
The Lakers have reportedly been sold for $12.5 billion to a group involving Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, establishing an NBA record.
Lakers reportedly exploring trade market for veteran guard as roster questions continue
The Lakers are reportedly looking to move one veteran player as they continue adjusting their roster. The move would fit a broader effort to balance experi
LeBron James Reportedly Showing Interest in Teaming Up With Newly Traded NBA Star
LeBron James is reportedly monitoring a newly traded NBA star as speculation grows about possible future roster fits and veteran pairing options.
Warriors Trade Rumors Continue as Anthony Davis Talk Collides With LeBron James Reality
Speculation around the Warriors and Anthony Davis has resurfaced, but current reporting suggests those ideas remain separate from any firm LeBron James-dri
49ers Mark Key 2026 Roster Deadlines as Early Planning Takes Center Stage
The 49ers’ 2026 planning is already being shaped by the NFL’s key cutdown and trade deadlines, with roster management set to define the season’s early mont
NBA Free Agency 2026: What ESPN’s Early Grades Say About the League’s Newest Moves
ESPN’s early free agency grades highlight how teams are shaping their rosters through signings and extensions, with major implications for 2026-27.
NBA Contract Pressure Could Make Donovan Mitchell, De’Aaron Fox Trade Candidates in the Next Cap Crunch
Rising team payrolls are putting pressure on some of the NBA’s highest-paid stars, with Donovan Mitchell and De’Aaron Fox among the names to watch.
MLB Rookie of the Year Poll: Two Young Stars Hold Steady at the Top
MLB.com’s latest Rookie of the Year poll keeps two young standouts at the top, underscoring how closely watched the race remains in both leagues.
Terry Rozier Wants an NBA Return, but Legal Conditions Could Complicate His Comeback
Terry Rozier reportedly wants to resume his NBA career, but legal bail conditions could make any return difficult. The situation leaves his immediate baske
MLB Hitter Power Rankings: Young Slugger’s Home Run Surge Pushes Him Near the Top
A young MLB slugger’s recent home run binge has moved him within striking distance of the top of MLB.com’s Hitter Power Rankings, underscoring his rapid ri
NBA Free Agency and Trade Buzz: What ESPN’s Latest Updates Mean for Teams Still Reshaping Their Rosters
ESPN’s latest NBA free agency and trade updates underscore how teams are still reshaping rosters, balancing urgency, cap constraints and long-term planning