The NCAA is pushing through the final steps for expanding the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments to 76 teams, with sources telling ESPN that the process could be completed as early as Thursday.
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10 storiesVictor Wembanyama had 19 points and 15 rebounds, and the Spurs handed Minnesota the worst postseason loss in franchise history, beating the Timberwolves 133-95 on Wednesday night to even their Western Conference semifinal series at one game apiece.
Jalen Brunson scored 26 points and helped New York seize control of a close game, leading the Knicks to a victory Wednesday night.
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye stood behind his coach and said he doesn't believe Mike Vrabel's off-field issues will be a distraction this season.
Jaylen Brown reaffirmed his happiness in Boston on Wednesday night, saying if it was up to him, he'd remain with the Celtics for the next 10 years.
The Sabres defeated the Canadiens 4-2 in Game 1 of their second-round series Wednesday with a power-play showing the likes of which Buffalo hadn't been able to produce since March.
Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam says he would like to have Giannis Antetokounmpo's future sorted out before next month's NBA draft.
Cubs lefty Matthew Boyd will require surgery after suffering a left meniscus injury while playing with his kids at home. He is expected back this season.
The "Marty Supreme" star showcased his on-court skills, which caught the eye of the Knicks.
Who is closest to the 2026 title after all four Game 1s? Tim Bontemps and Vincent Goodwill re-rank the full bracket.
Viktor Gyökeres delivered when it mattered most, but Arsenal must now beat the reigning champs. ESPN's Julien Laurens, Sam Marsden, Gab Marcotti and Sam Tighe weigh in on the UCL semifinal second legs and predict the final.