Jalen Brunson, A'ja Wilson headline notable 2026 ESPYS winners from the NBA and WNBA famiy. Jerry Jiang, for NBA.com The celebrations continue for Jalen Brunson, who won several ESPYS at Wednesday’s ceremony.

From Lionel Messi and Jalen Brunson to Alysa Liu and Hilary Knight, see all the athletes and sports teams vying for a win at the 2026 ESPY Awards in New York City July 15.

From Jalen Brunson to A'ja Wilson, see which athletes won at the 2026 ESPYS.

Sports Illustrated cover star Jalen Brunson revisits the defining moments that shaped his basketball journey on his way to becoming an NBA Finals MVP. From growing up around the NBA with his father, to his family’s connection with Kobe Bryant,

Comedian Marcello Hernandez hosted the 2026 ESPYs as ESPN recognized the best from the past year in sports and entertainment with its annual awards.