Why this Thunder big 3 might be the one to start a dynasty
by Ramona Shelburne
When the Thunder set out to build a champion, they learned hard lessons from how their historic trio of KD, Russell Westbrook and James Harden flamed out a decade ago.
Sources: Pacers' Haliburton has torn Achilles
by Shams Charania
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton suffered a torn right Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the NBA Finals and will likely miss the 2025-26 season, sources told ESPN.
Prosecutors seek five-year prison term for Franco
Dominican prosecutors have asked a judge to sentence the Rays' Wander Franco to five years in prison for alleged sexual abuse of a girl who was 14 at the time. Franco is currently on MLB's restricted list.
Sources: Wiz's Middleton picks up $33.3M option
by Shams Charania
Wizards three-time NBA All-Star Khris Middleton has picked up his $33.3 million player option for the 2025-26 season, sources told ESPN.
Bradley win 'opens the door' as playing captain
After winning the Travelers Championship, will Keegan Bradley be a playing captain for the U.S. at the Ryder Cup in September? That's a decision only he can make.
Durant deal, Haliburton injury shake up title odds
by David Purdum
The Rockets' trade for Kevin Durant and the injury suffered by the Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton shook up the early odds to win next season's NBA title, but the clear-cut favorite remains the champion Thunder.