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Sources: Ayton opts in to Lakers; Smart declines

Lakers center Deandre Ayton is opting into his $8.1 million player option for the 2026-27 season, while Marcus Smart is declining his $5.4 …

Kings' LaVine picks up $49M option, agent says

Kings guard Zach LaVine is opting into his $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN.

Sources: Champagnie to ink new deal with Spurs

Spurs forward Julian Champagnie intends to sign a new three-year, $45 million contract with the franchise through 2028-29, sources told ESP…

Sources: Hawks decline Kuminga's $24.3M option

The Hawks are declining Jonathan Kuminga's $24.3 million team option, making him a free agent, sources told ESPN.

Sources: Grizzlies trading star Morant to Blazers

The Memphis Grizzlies are trading two-time NBA All-Star Ja Morant to the Portland Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray, sources t…

Lions release Arnold after CB's bond set at $1M

The Lions have released Terrion Arnold after he was arrested last week on felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping, the team announce…

Sinner's shaky start raises questions -- is he vul...

Defending Wimbledon champ Jannik Sinner failed to make a dominant statement on Monday. Instead, an erratic opening match proved he is beata…

Copy of Brazil avoid World Cup shock with late win vs. Jap...

Brazil's ageing stars left it late to beat Japan 2-1 and reach the World Cup's round of 16. Is their team too old to make a deep run?

Nelson-Ododa, Leite among this week's top player p...

Here are four free agents to add to your fantasy women's basketball lineups this week.

Experts weigh in: What can we expect from Serena a...

A roundtable of experts analyzes Serena Williams' return to the sport so far -- and what it means for Wimbledon.

Brazil survive World Cup scare against Japan

Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner for Brazil to beat plucky Japan 2-1 in the round of 32 at the World Cup on Monday.

Buffs' Sanders: 'I consider myself cancer-free'

A year after undergoing surgery to remove his cancerous bladder, Colorado Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders says he considers himself cancer-fr…

Sources: Heat, Wiggins reach 3-year, $64M deal

Heat forward Andrew Wiggins intends to sign a three-year, $64 million contract to stay with the franchise, sources told ESPN.

Lions CB Arnold's bond set at $1M with conditions

A judge found probable cause for Terrion Arnold to face charges of armed robbery and kidnapping but denied prosecutors' motion for the Detr…

Bloodied Sinner wins Wimbledon opener in 5 sets

Jannik Sinner began his Wimbledon title defense with a five-set victory while playing through a foot injury that saw Sinner bleed through h…

Beasley, Davis charged in federal gambling case

Former NBA players Malik Beasley and Ed Davis have been indicted in a federal gambling investigation.

Sources: Warriors eyeing LeBron, AD reunion

The Warriors are prepared to pursue a reunion of LeBron James and Anthony Davis in Golden State, with Draymond Green declining his player o…

David Beckham, Niall Horan and more celebs in atte...

Beckham, Horan, Alexander Ludwig and Maura Higgins are among celebrities who made appearances at Wimbledon.