Last updated: September 30, 2026, 2:15 PM ET
NBA
The NBA regular season is less than a month away, and we are tracking all the latest buzz ahead of tip-off. In a revealing interview, LeBron James envisioned joining the Knicks as a free agent this past summer, but he nixed the idea after leading the Lakers to a historic championship.
WNBA Playoffs
Caitlin Clark helped keep the Fever alive with a "pretty incredible" Game 2 display against the Aces, becoming the first player in league history with at least 25 points and 10 assists in a playoff game. Indiana forced a decisive Game 3 with the 99-89 win, but the game was marred by an incident where Aces star A'ja Wilson was T'd up for confronting a fan, later fuming over the "unacceptable" behavior. The No. 8 Liberty kept their foot on the gas to eliminate the top-seeded Lynx, completing a sweep. Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said her team overachieved and "don't quite have the right group" for a deep playoff run. Meanwhile, the Mystics and Wings face elimination as they look to stay alive in the first round. For a full look at the bracket, check the complete schedule and scores for every game.
College Football
Texas athletic director Chris Del Conte called the Longhorns' vulgar celebrations "embarrassing" and issued an apology. An ex-Auburn staffer was arrested and accused of leaking trade secrets. In the latest College Football Playoff bubble watch, we examine who is on the right side and wrong side of the bubble. There is also growing buzz about a potential 24-team expansion ahead of meetings this week. On the recruiting trail, five-star quarterback Kamario Taylor said he is sticking with Mississippi State despite other offers, declaring, "They don't know me." The latest QB rankings for all 68 Power 4 teams have been updated after four weeks of action. In the Bottom, time is not on Michigan's side after a controversial loss. For bettors, analysts predict why Mississippi State-Alabama could be a shootout, and we break down the latest CFP and Heisman odds for Baugh, Florida, and others.
NFL
Week 4 betting odds, lines, and totals are out for every game, with FPI predictions included. On the futures market, the Rams and Bills are tied at the top for Super Bowl LXI odds, while the 49ers climb.
Cricket
Shubman Gill hit a career-best 223 not out as India sensationally chased down the West Indies' record total. English cricketers are being urged to reconsider playing in an Afghan T20 franchise tournament. Fans have voted and the results are in for the County Championship team of the season.
Rugby
England international flanker Tom Curry extended his Sale Sharks contract until 2028. England's Sam Underhill will miss the autumn internationals after rupturing a bicep. Cardiff fly-half Callum Sheedy said he was surprised his "header" against Scarlets went viral. Northampton teenager James Pater, known as the "Slim Reaper," is picking up pounds and pointers from Jonny Wilkinson.
Tennis
Novak Djokovic won his first match since Wimbledon, beating Nuno Borges at the China Open.
UFC and Boxing
UFC bantamweight Raoni Barcelos has been released from the hospital after a health scare. Briton George Staines earned a UFC contract with a 61-second win. Former world champion boxer Liam Smith was charged with GBH over an alleged attack on a concierge.
Motorsport
The Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia has been declared a heat-hazard race. Esteban Ocon is leaving Haas, putting his F1 future in doubt.
Other Sports
Olympic champion Eve Muirhead is making a curling return with Bobby Lammie at the Scottish Mixed Doubles. Ireland will host England at the Aviva Stadium in the Women's Six Nations. A game of rock, paper, scissors decided the order of the London Marathon elite races. Kess Elmore and Rebecca Grant have been named in the Northern Ireland squad. Jess Fishlock is set for a Wales return in a coaching role. Ben Stokes' future is being discussed after a tumultuous summer. The 2027 North West 200 has a new date and returns to its traditional May format. Wigan's Brad O'Neill won the Man of Steel award.