General Sports 8-Hour Briefing
×NBA & College Basketball
Bucks star Giannis is expected to return for Monday's game against the Boston Celtics, sources told ESPN. Meanwhile, Duke takes the No. 1 spot in the Associated Press men's college basketball poll for the record 149th time, extending its dominance in the rankings.
MLS & Soccer
Defending champions Inter Miami finally started their 2026 MLS season on the right foot, surging in the latest ESPN Power Rankings after a comeback win. The team's momentum has been building with Messi leading the charge.
Rugby & International Sports
England hooker Jamie George says rugby's relationship with head injuries has changed dramatically during his career, noting "I feel very safe now, I haven't always." In other rugby news, Ireland forwards coach Paul O'Connell says it's pleasing to see pre-match plans come to fruition as Ireland aims to build on their Six Nations win over England.
WNBA & Labor Negotiations
Kelsey Plum said the WNBA's CBA offer to the WNBPA is a "significant win," but negotiations should continue. The star guard warned that "a strike would be the worst thing for both sides" as talks progress.
College Sports & Championships
UConn heads into the postseason undefeated and remains the unanimous No. 1 choice in The Associated Press women's basketball Top. ESPN predicts 31 women's Champ Week winners and conference players of the year, with automatic bids to the NCAA tournament on the line.
Cricket & Global Sports
Fast bowler Haris Rauf is put forward as a 'marquee' player in the auction for The Hundred, alongside 13 other men from Pakistan. Meanwhile, England have reasons for hope before their T20 World Cup semi-final against India, though challenges remain in their quest for victory.
Hockey & Trades
The NHL trade deadline approaches with ESPN's live trade tracker covering all deals made before the March 6 deadline. Teams are making final moves to bolster their rosters for the stretch run.
Tennis & Travel Issues
Tennis star Daniil Medvedev indicated he's among a small number of athletes trying to leave Dubai as the war in the Middle East has caused widespread travel shutdowns, affecting multiple sports and competitions.
College Football & Coaching
The coaching carousel was unprecedented in 2025, and ESPN examines which coaches are on the hot seat as the new season approaches. With new coaches, quarterbacks and transfers, the SEC landscape is shifting as camps prepare to open.