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On TwitterBoris Becker tips rising American as member of new 'Big Three'
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner and World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz ensured that 2024 was the first year since 2003 when the famed Big Three of Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal did not win a major.
Paul George update: Sixers breathe a sigh of relief, but for how long?
In a positive update, the 76ers announced Tuesday that Paul George avoided structural damage when he hyperextended his knee during a preseason game on Monday.
Knicks teammate has five suggestions for KAT's nickname
Some of the greatest Knicks in history were coined with nicknames. Josh Hart offered some suggestions for his newest teammate.
Tickets for Rafael Nadal swan song listed at $32,200
Even before Nadal announced his retirement, tickets for the Davis Cup in Malaga were moving fast due to the excitement surrounding Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz representing Spain in doubles competition.
NBA's cell phone ban is a way to tackle gambling
Earlier this year, the NBA banned the Raptors' Jontay Porter for life after an investigation revealed he divulged confidential information to bettors and placed bets on games while playing in the G League.
Kawhi Leonard situation gets murkier as Clippers soldier on
With a week left for the start of the 2024-25 NBA season, Leonard has yet to practice with the Clippers.
Rafael Nadal did not retire 'as he would have liked'
The tennis world will bid him goodbye at the Davis Cup final in November, where he teams up with his protege, Carlos Alcaraz, to represent his country before hanging up his racket for good.
Where Breanna Stewart's seven steals rank in NBA/WNBA Finals history
Breanna Stewart wreaked havoc on the defensive end Sunday, coming up with seven steals in Liberty's 80-66 win over the Lynx in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals.
The 2025 HOF class projects to be weakest ever
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame welcomed a strong 13-member class on Sunday, including former eight-time All-Star Vince Carter, 2004 NBA Finals MVP Chauncey Billups and five-time NBA champion Michael Cooper. The next class may not be as impressive.
Jannik Sinner making history with 2024 hard-court exploits
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner is becoming invincible on hard courts.
Novak Djokovic falls short of 100th ATP title in Shanghai
Djokovic, playing in his career 141st ATP final, was trying to join Jimmy Connors (109) and Roger Federer (103) as only the third player in history to win 100 titles.
Rod Laver perfectly sums up Rafael Nadal's career
Tennis great Rod Laver summed up Rafael Nadal's career with the most perfect words after the Spaniard called it quits on Thursday.
Report: Jerry West 'almost' wished he 'never played or worked' for Lakers
A new report from ESPN's Baxter Holmes details West's strained relationship with the Lakers during the final years of his life.
Novak Djokovic thanks Rafael Nadal for 'pushing' him 'to the very limit'
Djokovic paid homage to the departing legend on Thursday.
JJ Redick on relationship with Doc Rivers: 'I don't carry beef with people'
Redick sent shockwaves through the basketball world in February when he blasted Rivers for refusing to take "accountability" for his Bucks going on a 3-7 run under his watch.
Five Rafael Nadal achievements that will never be broken
An article encompassing all of Rafael Nadal's accomplishments wouldn't do justice to the legacy he leaves behind. Instead, here we highlight five of his feats that will never be replicated again by another tennis player for the rest of eternity.
Insider says Jimmy Butler-Heat situation could get 'ugly fast'
Jimmy Butler faces an uncertain future in Miami. After the 2023-24 season, Heat president Pat Riley said the franchise was unsure about re-signing Butler to a contract extension, citing his recent injury history and age.
Report: Lakers 'hated' playing for former HC Darvin Ham
The Lakers begin a new era under JJ Redick on Oct. 22 when they host the Timberwolves on opening night.
Sign of things to come? Warriors shoot the lights out against Kings
The Warriors drained 28 three-pointers in their 122-112 preseason win over the Kings.
LeBron James gets viral 'geography lesson' amid scheduling controversy
The hilarity ensued after the Lakers star complained about boarding a five-plus-hour flight to Milwaukee just for a preseason game.
New Netflix documentary shows LeBron James cussing out former Lakers HC
Entering the 2023-24 season, then-Lakers head coach Darvin Ham was adamant about restricting LeBron James' minutes to save the aging forward's legs. LeBron was not a happy camper.
Lonzo Ball misses preseason opener, but not due to knee injury
Lonzo Ball has not played an NBA game since Jan. 14, 2022. After an offseason free of setbacks, there was hope surrounding his return, but he was then absent for Chicago's preseason opener.
Lionel Messi and others pay tribute to retiring Andres Iniesta
Andres Iniesta, one of the architects of Spain's tiki-taka playing style, announced his retirement from football earlier this week, prompting scores of tributes from his former teammates, foes and coaches.
Putting Napheesa Collier's historic WNBA playoff run in context
The Lynx star has dominated both ends of the floor during the ongoing WNBA playoffs.
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