Basketball News · LatestWednesday, May 6, 2026

Davison earned a spot, so what’s next for him?

Here's how to watch the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery

Are you ready for the WNBA to return? The 2026 season tips off this Friday. Here's how to tune in live.

Statement wins from Naoya Inoue and David Benavidez shake up the latest ESPN pound-for-pound rankings.

After a heroic effort by LeBron James and stout team defense in the first round against the Rockets, the Lakers suddenly miss their superstar offensive catalyst

WNBA general managers have spoken, and their preferred franchise player is not Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark. The WNBA released its annual GM survey ahead of the league’s 30th season, which tips off May 8. The poll covered a multitude…

Who is closest to the 2026 title after all four Game 1s? Tim Bontemps and Vincent Goodwill re-rank the full bracket.

Responding the right way to a crushing loss

A closer look at the top betting storylines heading into the 2026 WNBA season, from MVP to Rookie of the Year and more.

A solid outing for Jared McCain

After Brown was fined for comments regarding officiating, Mitchell backed his friend up after a Game 1 loss to Detroit.

A life well lived.

Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored only 18 points and had seven turnovers, but Oklahoma City looks too deep and too tough for the Lakers.

For eight years, ESPN has brought you a list of the next young stars. But what has happened to some of them?

For the USMNT, goalkeeper has long been a position of strength, but not anymore -- and it could impact the American team's World Cup performance.

WNBA general managers are not convinced with the Indiana Fever hype. The Fever have Caitlin Clark returning to the fold after an injury-prone 2025 season, joining an improved Aliyah Boston.

For most, the sentiment around Caitlin Clark is that she’s the crown jewel of the league, but the GMs serving around it feel otherwise. We’ve seen in the last few years how CC doesn’t just drive the league in terms of attendance and viewership while dominating on the court with her stellar backcourt presence.

They say the Championship is the world's most competitive league, but even by its standard, this season in England's second tier has been memorable.

In a WNBA GM survey, Paige Bueckers got the nod over Caitlin Clark and A'ja Wilson as the player GMs would want to start their franchises with.

Roster construction and management arguably have never been more important in the WNBA. More money is on the line. The spotlight is bigger. The stakes are seemingly higher than ever. Building a contender has always been hard work, but the WNBA maestros really have to nail it this season to find success. Coaches are under more pressure to succeed, fine-tune the talent and create chemistry. General managers’ every move is scrutinized … and rightly so, as the influx of talent in the league is supre

As WNBA enters its 30th season, its impact extends far beyond the court

USA TODAY Sports breaks down the winners and losers of the truncated WNBA offseason. The Dallas Wings sorted through it well. The Seattle Storm struggled.

The WNBA is poised for a historic 30th season after a transformational new collective bargaining agreement was reached in March. Now the league can focus on the play on the court which will feature the Las Vegas Aces looking for a fourth championship in five years, the return of Caitlin Clark after she missed most of last season with injuries, and the debut of expansion teams the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo. Las Vegas has won three of the last four championships with New York taking home ...

The Cavaliers still have a lot to figure out about playing together.

The league’s new CBA has made some players millionaires. After years of instability, they’re now able to take control of their future

Brittney Griner is embracing a fresh start with the Connecticut Sun as the veteran center looks to prove she still can be a major force in the WNBA.

The Spurs look to avoid falling into an 0-2 hole tonight at home against the Timberwolves

How to watch the Knicks vs. 76ers Game 2 this Wednesday.

The Sporting News takes a look at the 30 best players ahead of the 2026 WNBA season.

Manchester United and Atlético Madrid are in a race to land Atalanta defensive midfielder Éderson. Transfer Talk has the latest.