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Sources: Cavs fire Bickerstaff after playoff exit
The Cavaliers dismissed coach J.B. Bickerstaff on Thursday, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
TOP HEADLINES
Biggest takeaways from Game 1 of the West finals
With the Mavs striking first, our experts look at the biggest moments of Game 1, what adjustments can be made and more.
Panthers shut out the Rangers to take Game 1 of the ECF
NFC SUPERLATIVES
Barnwell hands out offseason awards to every NFC team: The Commanders are most likely to ...
The Commanders had a low-key offseason, the Cowboys claim to be "all-in" and the Rams have a huge hole to fill. How did each NFC team fare?
NBA PLAYOFFS
Lowe: Derrick White, Josh Hart and the 'small' trades that turn good teams into title contenders
There's a massive middle ground between the superstar mega-trade and a tanking team dealing away quality players. And it's those marginal trades -- and non-trades -- that can redefine entire franchises and turn .500 teams into champions.
How the NBA's final four were built -- and what it means for the rest of the league
Examining how the Celtics', Mavericks', Pacers' and Timberwolves' rosters came together.
EBB AND FLOW OF ROOKIE WOES
Caitlin Clark scores 21 but Fever fall to 0-5
Clark fumbles inbounds pass in closing seconds as Fever lose again
THE TEAMS MAKING NOISE
Real or not? These teams are unexpectedly serious playoff contenders
We offer an early verdict on five of MLB's most surprising teams almost two months into the 2024 season.
MLB Power Rankings: Who's the new No. 1 team?
As the battle in the NL continues between three powerhouses, one club makes its debut at the top spot.
WEDNESDAY'S TOP MOMENTS
Juan Soto showered with 'MVP' chants after 2-HR night
'Phanatic vision': Philly Phanatic takes to the camera for J.T. Realmuto's HR
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS
Kaplan's buzz: What's up with Wyatt Johnston, Matt Rempe and Sergei Bobrovsky
With the conference finals underway, here's what we're hearing on the teams left, the playoffs in general and what the offseason could bring.
Projecting the matchups, tactics and X factors that will matter most in the West
Game 1 of the Western Conference finals is Thursday. Here are projections on who will win.
Top Headlines
- Kyrie strikes early, Luka late as Mavs win Game 1
- Clark trying to stay 'positive' as Fever fall to 0-5
- WNBA Toronto team plans to play across Canada
- Jokic joined by familiar names on All-NBA 1st team
- Nadal draws No. 4 Zverev to start French farewell
- Sources: Barça would opt for Flick if Xavi goes
- Source: Bayern close to Kompany agreement
- Sources: NCAA board votes to accept settlement
- Updated top 50 MLB prospect rankings
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ICYMI
Fight breaks out after NASCAR All-Star Race
After the conclusion of the NASCAR All-Star Race, a fight involving Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Kyle Busch breaks out.
Best of ESPN+
Ranking the top 12 NBA players through two rounds of playoffs
Young stars of the Wolves and Thunder both land in the top three of the playoffs' most valuable players (ranked by the numbers). Who else joins them?
Best NFL team fits for remaining free agents, trade candidates
Where should Michael Thomas, Ryan Tannehill and Justin Simmons sign? Who should trade for Tee Higgins? Let's find team fits for 15 players.
Offseason keys for NHL teams, including draft, free agency
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2024-25 outlook.
Ranked: The 15 best Premier League teams to lose the title
Unless the Premier League's final matchday is a shock, Arsenal will finish second, becoming one of the best-ever teams not to win the title. Who joins them in a ranking of best non-winners?
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How Josh Hader set unprecedented rules to protect his health
The inside story of the unprecedented usage rules Hader set before a team would commit to him long-term.
Jaden Rashada-Florida NIL lawsuit: what to know, what comes next
The former ESPN 300 QB sued Florida over a $13.85 million NIL deal. What's next in this saga? Our reporters break it down.
Inside K.C. Chiefs' Derrick Nnadi's quest to save shelter dogs
Since the 2019-20 season, Nnadi has paid adoption fees for more than 500 dogs, and will do more this season.
Why the Jets, Aaron Rodgers will win the Super Bowl
Elite defense? Improved offense? Aaron Rodgers back from injury? Things are lining up for New York to be a real Super Bowl title contender.
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