Oscar Robertson made history on the court with his penchant for triple-doubles, but he also changed history off of it by jumpstarting NBA free agency.
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Carlos Alcaraz can become the latest man to win three consecutive Wimbledon singles titles.
Myles Turner's decade with the Pacers spanned different eras. Where does he rank among the franchise's greats?
On the biggest stages, some tennis matches have gone the distance — and then some.
A look at how many players have won more than one Home Run Derby, including all-time leader Ken Griffey Jr.
Ace Bailey's controversial agent is part of a big basketball family.
LeBron James has a history of cryptic social media posts.
The Spurs legend is living the dream, streaming a glimpse of his lifestyle.
The Dolphins needed a tight end after trading Jonnu Smith, and they found one in an unlikely place.
Which NBA players are making the most money in 2025-26?
LeBron James’ decision to opt-into the final year of his contract only created more uncertainty around his future with the Lakers.
Jazz rookie Ace Bailey is "ready to start the journey" in Utah after questions about his future.
Will Jonathan Kuminga return to the Warriors after a rocky four seasons in the Bay Area?
The Cavaliers added Lonzo Ball on Saturday in a deal that could signal Ty Jerome's exit from Cleveland.
The Celtics have already shed salary this offseason while adding some new faces. Who could join them?
The Knicks have made it clear they are in championship-or-bust mode. Who could help them win one?
Sometimes, the demand for talent outweighs the supply in NBA free agency.
NBA free agency can be complicated. Here is all you need to know about it, from rules to important dates and key terms.
An NBA Draft pick might not be a shot in the dark, but it's certainly no guarantee.
Duke has produced plenty of NBA talent, but not all blue-chip Blue Devils prospects have panned out.
The Thunder history may not be as deep as some teams, but there has been no shortage of elite players in Oklahoma City.
Tyrese Haliburton has thrived in clutch situations like Reggie Miller did in the 90s, but where do they rank among the all-time Pacers greats?
The Thunder went 68-14 in the regular season, but what will their place in history be after their postseason run?
A handful of injuries have changed the course of NBA history — here are the most devastating to occur during the postseason.
The Pacers would be one of the most unlikely champions in NBA history, and the odds prove it.
NBA teams have found value in the second round of the draft time and time again.
Inside the NBA Draft and how teams go about setting their course for the future.
No team has the NBA Draft down to a perfect science as these decisions illustrate.
Corey Conners was forced to exit the final round of the U.S. Open on Sunday. Here are the details on his injury.
The Magic landed Desmond Bane in a major trade on Sunday. Here are the details.
Basketball Hall of Famers are among the best players who never got their hands on the Larry O'Brien Trophy.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is well on his way to NBA Finals MVP if the Thunder can win the series, but Aaron Wiggins proved to be the x-factor in Game 2.
The Thunder needed big man Chet Holmgren to be better in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, and he answered the call.
ESPN is without a key member of its broadcast team for Game 2 of the NBA Finals.
Tyrese Haliburton's list of clutch moments is growing. Here are the game-winning shots by the Pacers star.
It will be a while until any NBA team dethrones the Celtics and Lakers atop the list of most championships.
The Celtics paid tribute to Bill Walton, who won a championship with the franchise during his Hall of Fame career.
A look at which players have earned the most trips to the free throw line in the NBA Finals.
Before he became one of the NBA's most efficient point guards, Tyrese Haliburton made his mark in the Big 12 at Iowa State.
A look at the most shocking coaching changes in the history of New York sports.
There have been some epic single-game performances over the years in the NBA Finals, but which players have scored the most points?
The Thunder ruffled plenty of feathers when they relocated to Oklahoma City. Here's the story behind their move.
"Inside the NBA" is ending on TNT after this season, but you can expect to see the same crew back together soon.
The Knicks' concerns against the Pacers might be greater than just a 3-1 series deficit.
James Harden will be remembered for his time with the Rockets, but he still sneaks onto the list of greatest Thunder players.
Russell Westbrook is a polarizing figure, but he still ranks among the best players in Thunder history.
Paul George only spent two seasons with the Thunder. Were they dominant enough to place him among the best players in franchise history?
Kevin Durant is one of three players to win an MVP in a Thunder uniform, but is he the best player to ever take the floor for Oklahoma City?
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is still young, but he's leaving a legacy that places him among franchise legends in Oklahoma City.
The biggest Knicks legends from Walt Frazier and Patrick Ewing to new-age stars like Jalen Brunson.
Tyrese Haliburton is just starting to build his Pacers legacy, but he already has a case to rank among the best players in franchise history.
Jalen Brunson is still in the process of building his Knicks legacy, but he's already among the greatest Knicks in history.
While he only spent seven seasons in Indiana, Paul George has a special place in Pacers history.
Reggie Miller's name is etched in Pacers lore, but does he rank as the franchise's greatest player?
Former Pacers star Reggie Miller trolled the Knicks on more than one occasion in the 1990s, but his choke symbol from 1994 is one of the most iconic moments of his career.
Walt Frazier was a catalyst of two Knicks championships teams, but does that make him the best player in franchise history?
He is arguably the most recognizable Knick of all time, but is Patrick Ewing the best?
The Brooklyn native wasn't able to capture an NBA championship, but he became the face of the franchise for several years.
Another playoff meeting between the Knicks and Pacers brings back memories of the 1990s beef between Reggie Miller and Knicks superfan Spike Lee. Could they meet again?
The Knicks have taken full advantage of the power of friendship.
Scottie Scheffler is halfway to the career grand slam, but that's not the only benefit of his PGA Championship win.
The Sporting News ranks the gutsiest performances in NBA playoff history including Aaron Gordon's courageous Game 7 with a serious hamstring injury.
Jayson Tatum's devastating injury against the Knicks is set to impact the 2025-26 season for the Celtics.
Whether it's frozen envelopes or curious homecomings, there is no shortage of conspiracy theories around the NBA Draft Lottery over the years.
Unlike with the NFL, the full NBA draft order is not dictated solely by record.
The cheapest and most expensive tickets for Game 3 between the Knicks and Celtics at Madison Square Garden.
Warriors star Draymond Green is not happy with the way he's being portrayed by the media and NBA officials.
ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith continues to dabble in acting in addition to his many other ventures.
Breaking down every major injury suffered by Warriors star Stephen Curry in his NBA career.
Gregg Popovich was easily the NBA's oldest head coach before he transitioned out of the role. Here are the oldest NBA coaches right now.
Legendary former Spurs coach Gregg Popovich has battled multiple health issues over the years. Here's a complete look at what he's faced.
Boxer Ryan Garcia is trying to put a series of troubling incidents behind him as he steps in the ring.
After the Lakers were eliminated, Charles Barkley echoed some of the same concerns the Mavericks reportedly had about Luka Doncic.
Aaron Gordon delivered some magic to stave off what was nearly a devastating Nuggets loss in L.A.
Joe Mazzulla has a chance to take the Celtics to the NBA Finals less than two years after Ime Udoka's suspension pushed him into the head coaching role.
The Knicks still need three more wins to advance past the Pistons, but their fans let loose after Saturday's Game 1 win.
LeBron James and the Lakers dropped Game 1 to the Timberwolves at home on Saturday night, but history shows they are far from dead.
Lakers star Luka Doncic showed no nerves early in his first playoff game with his new team.
A slow start couldn't stop Jalen Brunson in the Knicks' Game 1 win over the Pistons.
The Nuggets survived the Clippers in overtime on Saturday. Here's how Game 1 was won.
The Nuggets made a stunning coaching change less than a week before the playoffs. Here is their reasoning behind the move.
Klay Thompson and the Kings meet again in the Play-In Tournament, this time with the sharpshooter wearing a new uniform.
Fans noticed Steve Kerr's Harvard shirt after the Warriors locked up a playoff berth.
The Warriors are looking to erase last year's disappointment in the NBA Play-In Tournament.
The Suns are looking for a new head coach for the third time in three years.
Masters contenders Rory McIlroy and Bryson DeChambeau are paired together for the first time in a major, but they have a history together.
Rory McIlroy nearly blew his best chance yet to snap his decade-long major championship drought.
Cooper Flagg is destined to be the No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft, but which team will land him will come down to May's lottery.
A green jacket isn't all that was won by Rory McIlroy at the Masters.
The Sporting News tracked live scores for each LIV Golf player competing at the 2025 Masters.
It might be a matter of when, not if, Ludvig Aberg wins a major.
Rory McIlroy leads entering the final round at the Masters, but he's proven no lead can be taken for granted.
Bryson DeChambeau has won the U.S. Open twice, but excellence at Augusta has been harder to come by.
Rory McIlroy enjoyed a strong 2023, but he enters 2024 still looking to get back to the top of the mountain in a major.
Bryson DeChambeau is from California, but he's looking to make a memory in Augusta, Georgia.
Jason Day worked through numerous health issues to get back to form as a Masters contender.
Rory McIlroy made history in his first six holes at the Masters on Saturday.
Zach Johnson is looking to join rare territory as a two-time Masters champion.
All you need to know about where the cut line will fall at the Masters.
Brooks Koepka missed the cut at the Masters after a nightmarish 18th hole on Friday.
Plenty of familiar names rank near the top of the Masters leaderboard, but one is a significant surprise.
Canadian golfer Matthieu Pavon sought inspiration from Viktor Hovland for his Masters outfit on Friday.
Justin Thomas has a new caddie for the 2025 Masters.
Amateur Hiroshi Tai is making history just by playing in the Masters.
The Knicks saw Jalen Brunson go down with a painful ankle injury on Thursday. Here are the latest updates on his status.
Many continue to speculate LeBron James didn't attend Kobe Bryant's funeral, even years after the NBA legend's death.
Hours after the NBA gave him a warning, Grizzlies star Ja Morant made another controversial gun gesture. Could a suspension be next?
All you need to know about NBA single-game 3-point records.
The Grizzlies will be without their former Defensive Player of the Year for a bit. Here's Jaren Jackson Jr.'s timeline to return from an ankle injury.
As HBO's "Celtics City" debuts, Sporting News takes a look back at the tragic death of Celtics draft pick Len Bias.
Luka Doncic's status is reportedly up in the air for Friday's game against the Clippers.
The Timberwolves will be without Anthony Edwards for one game after he picked up one too many technical fouls.
Lakers star Luka Doncic showed out in his first game against his former team.
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich is away from the team after suffering a health issue. Here's a look at his timeline to return to the sideline.
Former NBA All-Star Chris Bosh saw his career end prematurely as a result of blood clots, but Victor Wembanyama is not dealing with the same issue.
More to know about the blood-clotting condition that knocked Spurs star Victor Wembanyama out for the remainder of the season.
The Sporting News takes a look at each NBA Slam Dunk Contest winner through the years.
Here's who will be taking the court for the NBA All-Star Game on Sunday night.
Are the stars aligning for another Mac McClung win in the Slam Dunk Contest? Meet his competitors.
All you need to know about how the NBA All-Star 3-Point Contest works in 2025.
LiAngelo Ball has found his true calling as a rapper, but he dabbled with the NBA just a few years ago.
Suns guard Devin Booker fell short of an All-Star selection. Here's why.
LaMelo Ball crushed the NBA All-Star Game fan vote, but he didn't make the final roster in the East.
Charles Barkley is renewing his rivalry with the city of San Francisco during NBA All-Star Weekend.
Fans took note of how quickly Barry Bonds' body changed during his all-time great MLB career.
Barry Bonds is a basketball coach for one night at the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Does the MLB legend have any basketball-playing experience?
Kai Cenat is making his return to the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Here's what you need to know about the massively popular streamer.
Mavericks fans are not getting over the Luka Doncic trade, and one was punished for expressing his thoughts during Monday's loss to the Kings.
The 2025 NBA All-Star Celebrity Game features former NFL stars, musicians and everyone in between.
The Mavericks made one of the most shocking decisions in NBA history by trading Luka Doncic to the Lakers. Here are their reasons behind the move.
UFC fighter Bryce Mitchell is under fire for comments he made praising Adolf Hitler, and UFC president Dana White was quick to condemn him.
The Pelicans' nightmarish season hit a new low Friday with a devastating injury to Dejounte Murray.
The late NBA star was the subject of sexual assault allegations in 2003. Here are the details of the case and why the charge was dropped.
It would be easy for the Heat to buckle under the weight of the Jimmy Butler trade saga, but Kevin Love is keeping it light with hilarious Instagram reactions.
Mavericks star Luka Doncic is set to miss time with a calf injury suffered on Christmas.
It wasn't easy, but Washington clinched a playoff spot and moved into the No. 6 seed in the NFC on Sunday night, dropping Atlanta out of the top spot in the NFC South in the process.
Spurs phenom Victor Wembanyama is an budding NBA star, but he's also very much a man of the people.
Warriors star Stephen Curry had a night to forget against the Grizzlies.
Four of the biggest names in golf are facing off in The Showdown on Tuesday. Here's how the event works.
Scottie Barnes only recently returned from an injury, but he went down again on Monday against the Knicks. Here are the latest updates on his status.
The Lakers might have themselves a draft steal, and LeBron James isn't letting the rest of the NBA forget it.
When could Cleveland finally take its first loss of the season? Here's the team's outlook going forward.
Mike Tyson's slap didn't go over well with Jake Paul's mom, who sent a pretty clear threat Tyson's way ahead of Friday night's fight.
Erik Spoelstra's rare mental mistake cost the Heat in their NBA Cup matchup with the Pistons on Tuesday.
The Knicks held their breath Tuesday when Jalen Brunson turned his ankle during the team's NBA Cup game against the 76ers.
Joel Embiid is set to get back on the court for the 76ers while taking some extra precautions with his injured knee.
The latest injury updates on Thunder star Chet Holmgren after a hard fall against the Warriors.
76ers star Joel Embiid reportedly got into an altercation in the locker room after Philadelphia's loss on Saturday. Here's what to know about the incident.
The Mavericks are holding their breath after a painful injury to Luka Doncic on Tuesday.
Scottie Barnes got into it with a pair of Nuggets as the Raptors' pursued an upset win on Monday.
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama has a special shoe in store for Saturday's game against the Rockets.
Bronny James made history alongside his father in his NBA debut, but did he see the floor in his second game?
LeBron James and Bronny James will make NBA history on Tuesday, but the Griffey family once found itself in the same position.
Derrick Rose officially called it a career Thursday, ending 16 NBA seasons of extreme highs and lows.
Adrian Wojnarowski dropped his final "Woj bomb" on Wednesday.
The Bills have a promising receiver and an eccentric personality in rookie Keon Coleman.
Lakers rookie Bronny James will have a place in NBA 2K25, but what will his rating be?
Why controversial boxer Imane Khelif failed a gender eligibility test and why the IOC isn't recognizing it.
The opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics will be one of the biggest ever. Here are the key numbers to know as the games get underway.
It's hard to imagine anyone else in the Summer League matching Alondes Williams' monstrous slam dunk from Wednesday's Heat win over Dallas.
Wizards rookie Alexandre Sarr didn't do his draft class any favors with a brutal Summer League showing Tuesday.
Mavericks star Kyrie Irving will have to spend the offseason rehabbing after suffering a broken hand.
The Lakers added an intriguing name to JJ Redick's coaching staff Tuesday. Here's what you need to know about Lindsey Harding.
The Mavericks' duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving fell short of a championship in 2024, but Eminem apparently took note of their playoff success.
Kevin Durant's basketball prowess is undeniable. The same can't be said about his height, which he denies is different than what's listed.
It's become clearer since Klay Thompson's departure from the Warriors that a return was never on the table.
The Sporting News explains why Netherlands wear orange jerseys despite their flag being blue, red, and white.
All you need to know about the prize money available at Wimbledon.
LeBron James' new deal with the Lakers is the latest massive contract in his legendary NBA career. Could it also be the last?
The Sporting News followed live updates, stats and highlights from Bronny James' Summer League debut with the Lakers.
A complete look at Bronny James' stats from his Summer League debut with the Lakers.
Klay Thompson had a rocky final season in the Bay Area, but he has nothing but love for the fans and the Warriors organization after his exit.
France and Germany are both already heading to the Olympics, but tension was still palpable during their exhibition matchup on Saturday.
Some NBA fans don't appreciate how prominently No. 55 overall pick Bronny James is featured in the NBA's Summer League ads.
Draymond Green broke his silence on the exit of Klay Thompson and more.
LeBron James recommitted to the Lakers, signing a new deal that could take him through the end of his legendary career.
Jayson Tatum is the new highest-paid player in the NBA, adding to what's already been a lucrative career for the Celtics star.
Is Klay Thompson's time with the Warriors coming to an end? Track the latest rumors and updates as the four-time NBA champion hits free agency.
The Celtics might soon be up for sale, just weeks after winning the NBA Finals.
All you need to know about the mid-level exception and how NBA teams can use it in free agency.
LeBron James is officially headed for free agency. Here's what you need to know about his decision.
The Lakers released an inside look at their call to Bronny James when they selected him in the second round of the NBA Draft on Thursday.
As Bronny James enters the NBA, the question on everyone's mind is whether the league will see father-son teammates.
The first-ever day two of the NBA Draft puts all eyes on Bronny James.
A complete look at the Lakers' draft picks in 2024.
Bronny James is expected to hear his name called in the NBA Draft, but limited production in his freshman season at USC has some questioning his potential.
All you need to know about NBA free agency as the league shifts to the offseason.
The Sporting News tracked live results, class winners and standings from the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Illinois star Terrence Shannon Jr. is firmly on NBA radars after being found not guilty in a felony rape trial, and LeBron James was one of the first to show his support to the potential first-rounder.
The Celtics are one win away from winning their first championship since Kevin Garnett delivered his iconic 'Anything is possible' line.
A Celtics championship run with only two losses would place Boston in rare territory.
Lakers star LeBron James made a surprise appearance on a Twitch stream with Kai Cenat and Druski — all thanks to Kevin Hart.
It doesn't get any better for UConn fans, who have now seen Dan Hurley turn down two massive job opportunities this spring to stay with the Huskies.
All you need to know about when the NBA Finals will pick up with Game 2 in Boston.
Here's a list of the biggest names at Game 1 of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Celtics and Mavericks.
What to know about Jayson Tatum's 2022 text to Kobe Bryant that honored the NBA legend.
Kyrie Irving has been through plenty of ups and downs in his NBA career, but he's had his father by his side the entire way. Here's what you need to know about Drederick Irving.
A closer look at the biggest comeback in NBA Finals history, as well as some of the most impressive Finals comebacks in recent history.
The Lakers are one of the biggest brands in sports, which makes the job an ultra-difficult one for head coaches.
All you need to know about how the Dallas Mavericks became the Dallas Mavericks.
