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How Rick Pitino arrived at his predictable end
Trouble has followed Pitino nearly from the moment he started as a coach. All along, he said it wasn't him, sidestepping issue after issue to keep his job. That all changed Wednesday.
Louisville
Men's College Hoops
Louisville's Pitino and Jurich placed on leave
An FBI investigation into fraud and corruption in college basketball has likely cost Louisville coach Rick Pitino and athletic director Tom Jurich their jobs.
Louisville
Men's Basketball
Vitale on scandal: 'It breaks your heart.'
Dick Vitale is frustrated and disgusted that college basketball has a scandal like the one at Louisville.
Men's College Hoops
Men's College Hoops
The inside story of how the FBI rocked college basketball
For three years, college basketball -- from coaches to sneaker companies -- was in the FBI's crosshairs. By using wiretaps, surveillance video, undercover agents and cooperating witnesses, the scope of their work and the sport's corruption came to light.
NCAAM
Feds' probe likely to make coaches, programs very uneasy
Some of college sports' most high-profile athletic administrators and basketball coaches -- and even players -- are likely to face pressure unlike they have ever encountered as a federal corruption and fraud case expands.
Top Headlines
The education of UCLA's Josh Rosen
UCLA's star quarterback hasn't been shy about speaking his mind in the past. His willingness to question authority has been a hallmark since he was a kid. As he preps for the NFL, will he keep speaking out?
College Football
The most pleasant surprise for each Top 25 team
Jake Fromm stepped in when Georgia's starting QB was injured and has led the Bulldogs to a 4-0 start. Fromm represents one of the pleasant surprises enjoyed so far by a Top 25 team.
Cavaliers
NBA
Cavaliers
NBA
The LeBron-Wade duo is reunited and the stakes are as high as ever
The NBA is still feeling the reverberations from the first time LeBron James and Dwyane Wade paired up. Will it work again?
Cavaliers
NBA
Kellerman: Wade brings Cavs into Warriors' league.
Stephen A. Smith and Max Kellerman weigh in on the Cavaliers' expected signing of Dwyane Wade, explaining that he makes them a legitimate contender vs. the Warriors.
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
Jemele Hill on doing the right thing
A lesson from her grandmother: Be better. No matter what.
Chelsea stuns Atletico with a last-gasp goal.
Michy Batshuayi capped off a superb move to stun Atletico Madrid in Chelsea's first Champions League game at Wanda Metropolitano.
Wednesday's Matches
NFL
NFL
The secret weapon for all 32 teams
The secret is out about Kareem Hunt, but the way Kansas City uses him is unique. Here are the hidden keys to every team's game.
NFL
NFL Insiders predict: Week 4 upsets, flops, Giants' playoff hopes, more
Can the Giants upset the Bucs, or is it time to give up on them? Which top receivers should you bench in fantasy? Our experts weigh in.
NFL
NFL
Power Rankings: Let's talk about your QB
Tom Brady and his 40-year-old arm are carrying the Patriots. Deshaun Watson continues to improve. And Joe Flacco isn't looking so elite. Here's how all 32 teams (and their QBs) stack up.
NFL
Rising and falling behind QB play.
Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers showed why they're among the all-time greats on Sunday, while Derek Carr and Cam Newton fell flat.
Cubs
MLB
March to NL Central crown just might be Joe Maddon's best work as Cubs manager
After a grueling 2016, Chicago's skipper has his team on the verge of making the playoff return that has eluded recent reigning World Series champions.
Dodgers
MLB
Dodgers
MLB
Why Dodgers' October might come down to two pitchers not named Kershaw or Darvish
You know all about the two aces at the top of the rotation. But it's what happens on the days they aren't on the mound that could decide L.A.'s postseason fate.
Lakers
NBA
Lakers
NBA
With all eyes on Lonzo, Ingram could reignite 'Showtime'
Brandon Ingram isn't one to seek the spotlight. But Magic Johnson sees breakout potential in the forward, who could take a big step up a year after being drafted No. 2 overall.
Lakers
NBA
Ball says Lakers are ready to go.
Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball breaks down his team's practice session.
Celtics
NBA
Bill Russell: 'Tell those NFL players, I'm with them'
A vocal proponent of social justice for African-Americans when he played for the Boston Celtics in the '50s and '60s, Bill Russell explains why he took a knee on social media.
Steelers
NFL
Transcript: Steelers' Alejandro Villanueva explains anthem 'ordeal'
Villanueva, a former Army Ranger, explains why he stood in the tunnel by himself, then apologized to his teammates and the Steelers.
30 For 30
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Tommy.
The film explores the story of one-time heavyweight boxing champion Tommy Morrison in a tale that's unlike any other.
WNBA Finals
Game 3: Friday, 9 P.M. ET, ESPN2
Lynx follow Whalen's lead to even WNBA Finals
Lindsay Whalen was left stewing after Minnesota's disappointing Game 1 loss. On Tuesday, the point guard, one of the fiercest competitors in the league, aggressively set the tone as the Lynx held off the Sparks.
NBA
Stephen A. officially fired up for NBA season.
Stephen A. Smith is excited about the potential fireworks between the Thunder and Warriors.
ESPNW
College Football Bachelorette
It's never too late to fall in love with a team, and that's exactly what Sarah Spain plans to do. Follow her this season as she embarks on a journey to find her college football soulmate.
Seahawks
NFL
Settle down, Seahawks fans: Why it's not time to panic -- yet
There are similarities and differences compared to past Seahawks teams that will influence Seattle's trajectory following a 1-2 start to this season, and there is one critical factor that could be what defines the 2017 version.
Eagles
NFL
Eagles
NFL
Mathletes: Eagles' analytics team has an in-game line to Doug Pederson
When it comes to making key decisions during a game, the Eagles coach is listening to his analysts and their math.
Eagles
NFL
Carson Wentz owes Eagles kicker Jake Elliott $31,765 after game-winning field goal
Wentz was miked up during Sunday's dramatic win over the Giants. And it may cost the quarterback some serious change.
Fantasy Football
Fantasy Football
Week 4 fantasy football rankings
Fantasy football rankings from Matt Bowen, Field Yates, Mike Clay, Eric Karabell and Tristan Cockcroft for Week 4 of the NFL season.
Fantasy Football
Week 4 fantasy football flex rankings
Eric Karabell ranks his top 100 plus others for flex purposes, with rookies in the top 10 and concern among veteran running backs.
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Fantasy football free-agent finds
A rookie running back and dynamic quarterback remain available in most leagues. Here are some of the top options to pick up ahead of Week 4.
NFL
NFL
Three best, three worst QBs of Week 3: Pricey passers fall flat
Jared Goff had the game of his life, while Cam Newton had a day to forget.
NFL
What we learned (and didn't) in Week 3: Where second-year coaches stand
Doug Pederson's Eagles were the only team led by a second-year coach to win this weekend. The other four lost in excruciating fashion. Pederson, though, wasn't exempt from criticism.
Nationals
MLB
Bryce Harper passes his first test in return to action
Six weeks after injuring his knee, the Nationals slugger answered the single biggest question about him on the field by showing that he's ready to run.
NHL
Top 25 under-25 NHL players: McDavid ... then who's next?
The youth movement is in full swing in the NHL -- including the winner of the Hart Trophy from 2016-17. Who are the other top young players beyond Connor McDavid?
Women's NCAA Soccer
ESPNW
USC soccer is kind of a big deal
Thanks to Viveca Paulin and Will Ferrell, reigning national champion USC has established its first fully endowed women's soccer scholarship.
How sports lifted Invictus U.S. co-captain Sgt. Ivan Sears
When Marine Sgt. Ivan Sears lost his legs in Afghanistan seven years ago, sports gave him a sense of purpose. A year after winning four gold medals in wheelchair racing, he's back for more as a U.S. Invictus Games co-captain.
Soccer
Chicharito on his disaster relief efforts.
Javier 'Chicharito' Hernandez joins 'United for Each Other' to discuss his fundraising efforts for hurricane and earthquake relief.
Presidents Cup
Golf
Numbers don't lie: Why the U.S. will win the Presidents Cup
Every two years, the Presidents Cup pits the U.S. against the world. And every two years, history repeats itself.
Golf
What to expect: MVPs, breakout players and keys to victory
With the Americans looking to continue their dominance against the Internationals, our experts break down the matchup.
Fantasy Basketball
news - fantasy
Is Russell Westbrook the king of fantasy hoops?
Russ messed around and averaged a triple-double last season, but are Karl-Anthony Towns, James Harden or Giannis Antetokounmpo better options in points or roto leagues?
Fantasy Basketball
ESPN Fantasy Basketball 101
Thinking about trying fantasy basketball this season? Here is everything you need to know, so you can join the fun.
Fantasy Basketball
Fantasy hoops mock draft: 10-team H2H points
The difference in player values and draft strategies changes dramatically in points leagues compared to roto systems. Our experts give their thoughts on our latest mock draft.
Top Headlines
- Report: Timberlake finalizing deal for SB return
- Wade signs with Cavs to reunite with LeBron
- Trump: NFL's biz 'going to hell' without changes
- L'ville loses two ESPN 100 commits amid fallout
- Tiger: 'optimistic,' but golfing future uncertain
- RB McCoy: Kelly has nothing to apologize for
- Key camp questions for every NBA team
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On This Date: Sept. 27, 1973
- AP Photo/Jeff Robbins
Nolan Ryan sets single-season strikeout record
Striking out Twins pinch hitter Rich Reese gave Nolan Ryan 383 strikeouts, making him the major league baseball strikeout king for one season.
NBA superteam standings
- Michael Wyke/AP
Superteam standings: Thunder's big three on Warriors' level?
Tom Haberstroh re-ranks the league's superteams after a crazy NBA offseason.
College football unbeatens
- Dale Zanine/USA TODAY Sports
Which 4-0 teams have the best body of work?
The CFP selection committee judges each team by its entire body of work, and that's what we're going to do with the current résumés of the top 4-0 teams.
Standing behind Kap
- David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports
How the player who wasn't there won the day
The quarterback who knelt first wasn't there, but when the president attacked Colin Kaepernick and other NFL players who have protested, hundreds stood behind them.
