Harshest Punishments in Sports History
Cincinnati Reds manager Pete Rose.
John Swart
Associated Press
An athlete's fall from grace can be as compelling as the games. But the penalties don't always fit the crime.
Greatest Athletes Who Served in the Military
We often idolize athletes for sports achievements, but the true heroes sacrifice for others.
Greatest High School Athletes Ever
Some of them became great pros, but others peaked as teenagers.
Strangest NBA Draft Facts
The NBA draft is full of weird twists and turns that impacted league history.
America's Greatest Sports Moments by State
Every hero's story is unique, but all of this history was made in the USA.
Grading Every No. 1 Overall NBA Draft Pick
NBA franchises rise and fall based on what they do with the No. 1 overall pick. Here's who got it right and wrong.
Best Small-Town Sports Teams by State
Small-town sports are a huge part of the stories we tell about America.
Most Brutal Fights in Sports History
Competition can bring out the best in athletes. It also can bring out the savagery.
Inside Michael Jordan's Rookie NBA Season
We know how the Michael Jordan story ended — as the GOAT — but how many remember how it began? Fasten your seat belts and enjoy the ride.
Most Colorful Athletes of All Time
San Antonio Spurs forward David Rodman
David J. Phillip
AP Photo
Entertaining. Charismatic. Or just plain weird. The greatest sports characters have a long tradition of making headlines outside the lines.
Greatest Sports Photos of All Time
A picture is worth a thousand words. But in sports, a picture also can be worth a thousand emotions.
Best NBA Defensive Players of All Time
Some basketball players actually play defense, and a few have done it quite well.
Biggest Chokers in NBA History
Superstars and high salaries don’t guarantee success in the NBA. These teams were built to win championships, then blew it.
Everything You Need to Know About CBD and Sports
Many current and former pro athletes love CBD — a non-intoxicating cannabis extract — because of its healing powers. And that popularity is growing.
Top Scorers in College Basketball
The NCAA called off the 2020 NCAA men's basketball tournament. But we still can celebrate college basketball's top scorers.
Greatest College Basketball Players
College basketball has had many stars since the first college game was played in 1896. These are the best.
Best Dunks in NBA All-Star History
The world's greatest basketball players have made a habit of wowing us at the NBA All-Star Game.
Greatest College Basketball Teams
The first NCAA men's basketball college tournament was played in 1939. This is where every national champion ranks.
Most Successful Sports Executives Who Were Athletes
After getting paid to play games, they moved to the front office and built champions.
NBA's Greatest Trash-Talkers
Talking smack is a part of basketball. These players turned the tradition into a savage art form.
Most Misunderstood Athletes
Genius in sports can be a blessing or a curse. It's time to set the record straight.
Hilarious Signs at Sporting Events
Some are witty. Others troll to perfection. All of them will make you laugh.
Most Popular Sideline Reporters on Instagram
They are living the dream and sharing it with millions of people around the world.
Greatest NBA Teams by Franchise
Every NBA organization has one season — and group of players — that stands above all the rest.
Kobe Bryant's Career in Photos
Kobe Bryant became one of basketball's all-time greats during his 20-year NBA career, and his legend will live forever.
Ugliest Fan Moments in Sports History
Fans play an important role in sports, but bad things can happen when they lose control.