In lacing up a lively history of the slam dunk, Mike Sileski digs into the social and racial implications of sports’ most ...

John L. Sullivan wins the world heavyweight bare-knuckle title by beating Paddy Ryan in a nine-round bout in Mississippi City, Miss. 1942 — At the Millrose Games in New ...

In a 2023 episode of “First Take,” ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith caused controversy by claiming that LeBron James is to blame for the decline of the dunk contest. Smith explained that, over the past ...

Luka Dončić is officially headed to Los Angeles after a shocking blockbuster trade. Reactions to the Luka Dončić-for-Anthony ...

Johni Broome and Chad Baker-Mazara scored 15 points each and No.

Jabbar’s skyhook is the most unstoppable shot in NBA history and James Worthy explains why it is being overlooked.

Kareem Copeland has covered Washington's NFL franchise, the Utah Jazz, Indianapolis Colts, Indiana Pacers and Green Bay Packers. He has also covered the Olympics, Super Bowls and extensively ...

If anyone figures to dunk over Wembanyama, Edey makes as much sense as any player. He is the only current NBA player who is taller than Wembanyama. Damichael Cole is the Memphis Grizzlies beat ...

The best rookies in sports history, from "Big Three" to "Big Two," dispatch from Paris, "The Diff," photo finish, and more.

SAN ANTONIO — Ja Morant has added another highlight-reel dunk to his long list of the past six seasons. If only this one counted on the score sheet Wednesday. The whistle blew and a play between ...

The Brooklyn Nets retired Vince Carter's No. 15 jersey at the Barclays Center on Saturday, with the great Julius 'Dr. J' ...

WNBA and NHL blockbusters, Sinner and Keys crowned champs, the "Quad God" completes the three-peat, Vandy's victories are ...