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Jey Uso pushes John Cena off the ring during the WWE Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

WWE SummerSlam live stream, match card, & viewing info for John Cena vs Cody Rhodes

UFC on ESPN 71 results: Tatsuro Taira ends HyunSung Park's unbeaten streak

Lakers, Luka Doncic agree to massive three-year max contract extension

Michelle Obama roasts ESPN & Stephen A. Smith, comparing network to 'Real Housewives'

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Cincinnati Reds pitcher Lyon Richardson throws during the third inning against the Washington Nationals.

Reds relief pitcher has insane journey to MLB Speedway Classic

Jelly Roll arrives on the red carpet before the 60th Academy of Country Music Awards.

Jelly Roll pulls off something very few celebrities have ever done in WWE

Atlanta Braves shortstop Nick Allen throws the ball to first base during the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers.

Braves infielder rocking 'Talladega Nights' themed cleats at Speedway Classic

General view of Denver Nuggets guard Nick Young during the second half against the against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Nick Young responds to Patrick Beverley's comments, saying he was 'scared' in last meeting

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Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones at training camp at the River Ridge Fields.

Roc Nation Sports slams Cowboys owner Jerry Jones for 'false' comments

Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman after the game at Bank of America Stadium.

Chargers' Denzel Perryman arrested on felony assault weapon charge

Will Kiss (l) and broadcaster Greg Papa attend the game between Tennessee Titans and the Oakland Raiders at O.co Coliseum on Nov. 24, 2013.

NFL broadcasting legend announces cancer diagnosis

Dallas Cowboys defensive end Micah Parsons at training camp at the River Ridge Fields.

NBA fans react to Micah Parsons’ decision to leave Dallas, comparing it to Luka Doncic trade

NBA

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Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga stands on the court against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Kings and Suns’ potential offers for Warriors star Jonathan Kuminga revealed

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James reacts during the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

LeBron James and Maverick Carter’s international league reportedly has the NBA worried

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Draymond Green thinks Luka Doncic has an NBA MVP season loading

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith on the ESPN First Take set.

Stephen A. Smith slams Daryl Morey for Lakers’ bubble NBA championship comments

Friday Roundup: Football is back, MLB trade deadline, Madden ratings, and more

The 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Game featured the Detroit Lions and Los Angeles Chargers.

MLB

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Royals first baseman Doug Mientkiewicz waits for his turn to take batting practice before the game against the Chicago White Sox at US Cellular Field in Chicago on Aug. 15, 2006.

ESPN reporter's perfect social media response to retired MLB player goes viral

Kansas City Royals starting pitcher Rich Hill delivers a pitch against the Chicago Cubs.

MLB 2027 All-Star Game host city announced

Minnesota Twins shortstop Carlos Correa (4) talks with Houston Astros second baseman Jose Altuve (27) on May 29, 2023 in Houston.

MLB trade deadline winners and losers: sorting the best from the worst

Padres president and general manager AJ Preller celebrates in the clubhouse following the game against the Chicago White Sox after clinching a playoff berth at Petco Park on Oct. 2, 2022.

One MLB general manager lit a gasoline match to the trade deadline

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Sha’Carri Richardson finishes the women’s 200 meter dash during the US Olympic Track and Field Team Trials.

Olympic champ Sha'Carri Richardson arrested for allegedly assaulting boyfriend

Cleveland Browns star Myles Garrett hugs Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott after losing in an NFL football game

ESPN acquires NFL RedZone in enormous billion-dollar takeover

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson gets ready to launch the ball during first half action at the Buffalo Bills.

Stephen A. Smith calls Lamar Jackson the greatest 'all-around talent' at QB position

Former NFL player Shannon Sharpe looks on in the second half of the in season tournament championship final.

ESPN’s potential Shannon Sharpe replacement could be another former NFL star

WNBA’s 2025 ratings show big spike compared to 2024

NFL former player Shannon Sharpe arrives on the red carpet prior to the 6th Annual NFL Honors at Wortham Theater.

Shannon Sharpe responds after ESPN cuts ties with hall of fame tight end

Joy Taylor reveals people could be surprised by her next career move

Dana White, CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship, speaks during the final day of the Republican National Convention.

'The Ariel Helwani Show' guest pleads for someone to stop 'Power Slap'

Philadelphia Phillies infielder Bryce Harper rounds the bases after hitting a home run against the Boston Red Sox.

Stephen A. Smith calls for Bryce Harper's suspension after lashing out at Rob Manfred

Serbia power forward Nikola Jokic and United States guard Lebron James jump for a rebound.

LeBron James looking to lead charge in new international basketball league

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Lance Lynn (35) reacts against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the second inning during Game 3 of the NLDS at Chase Field in Phoenix on Oct. 11, 2023.

All-Star traded at deadline twice in MLB career has advice for first-timers

Former NFL player and ESPN personality Shannon Sharpe looks on in the second half of the in season tournament championship final between the Indiana Pacers and the Los Angeles Lakers at T-Mobile Arena on Dec. 9, 2023.

ESPN cuts ties with Shannon Sharpe after lawsuit settlement