Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 13-point Miami Heat lead to take Game One.

Storified by ESPN Front Row · Wed, Jun 13 2012 05:56:02

He has passed Kobe RT @Runfromno1: @ryenarussillo once Kobe retires KD is gonna be the best player in the NBA by faaaar he the peoples champ

— russillo · Tue, Jun 12 2012 21:07:06

Erik Spoelstra looks like a guy who just got dumped by his girlfriend and now has to answer questions about it. #notfun

— Highly Questionable · Tue, Jun 12 2012 21:07:15

.@KDTrey5 joins @MagicJohnson, T. Heinsohn, R. Barry & K. Bryant as youngest players w/35+ pts in #NBAFinals game » http://yfrog.com/2cg86xp · SportsCenter

NEXT LEVEL: LeBron James scored 17 of his 30 Pts on 58 pct shooting vs Kevin Durant, but was held to 7 Pts on 29 pct vs Thabo Sefolosha

— ESPN Stats & Info · Tue, Jun 12 2012 21:05:32

He's too HUMBLE to say it but I got a feeling in addition 2 winning a title...KD also wants to prove he's the best player in the league..

— Mike Hill · Tue, Jun 12 2012 21:02:48

ESPNs Kia NBA Countdown crew staying up late for postgame #NBAFinals http://pic.twitter.com/rrwlgjno · Ben Cafardo

Las Vegas judges voted 2-1 that miami actually won tonight. Sorry OKC

— Aaron Rodgers · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:57:26

I think we can all agree that the real winner tonight was the sport of basketball.

— Eric Freeman · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:55:22

Thunder won by 11 after being down 13 in the first half and Harden had just five points. #beafraidmiami

— Rob Parker · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:55:26

Frankly, this impressive Thunder victory is horribly marred by the arena playing "taking care of business" as the "we won" song.

— Highly Questionable · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:45:08

The Thunder have scored at least 100 points in their last 6 games - longest streak by any team this postseason.

— Kevin Negandhi · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:49:51

#Durant showed why he is the three time scoring champ. NO ONE scores easier than him. Big time poise. Westbrook and Collison huge 2nd half

— Timothy Legler · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:47:11

That "Thunderous 2nd half," was a pun intended by Mike Breen - I don't care what he says. Still fairly clever. #NBAFinals

— Matthew Hatfield · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:35:47

Russell Westbrook is the 1st player with at least 25 points, 8 rebounds and 10 assists in an NBA Finals game since Charles Barkley in 1993

— ESPN Stats & Info · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:42:49

17 = Kevin Durant scored 17 pts in the 4th quarter of Game 1. LeBron James scored 7. #NBAFinals

— Numbers Never Lie · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:40:58

And to think, if/when Wade (19 points on 19 shots) joins the party this series is really going to get good.

— Michael Smith · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:40:53

I think I pulled off a first, folks. On Sportscenter tonight with Skip, I think I called the Final Score EXACTLY!!!!!!

— Stephen A Smith · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:47:16

FINAL: Thunder 105, Heat 94. OKC takes a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals.

— Arash Markazi · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:41:06

This NBA series has that college spirit. U can feel the energy - fans in Seattle must be heartbroken.

— Dick Vitale · Tue, Jun 12 2012 19:51:20

Nick Colllison 2-hand Jams #SignTheGameIsOver

— Gabe Goodwin · Tue, Jun 12 2012 20:39:17

Former San Diego Chargers, Miami Dolphins and New England Patriots linebacker Junior Seau was found dead today at his home in San Diego.

Storified by ESPN Front Row · Wed, May 02 2012 13:14:18

Former NFL linebacker great Seau dies at 43

ESPN.com news services OCEANSIDE, Calif. -- Former NFL great Junior Seau, who played most of his career at linebacker for the San Diego C...

When people die, be right, not first. You want news orgs to be diligent in such matters. There will be no criticism of ESPN/others here.

— Richard Deitsch · Wed, May 02 2012 12:12:11

Like many, began to hear the reports about Junior Seau. Find it interesting that ESPN is being criticized for trying to be thorough

— Jemele Hill · Wed, May 02 2012 12:09:53

New SMW Article: ESPN Wisely Waits to Report Death of Junior Seau: http://www.sportsmediawatch.com/?p=12283

— Paulsen · Wed, May 02 2012 12:15:27

Stunned to hear about Junior Seau. If initial reports are true, more must be done to prevent this kind of suffering in retired players.

— Jane McManus · Wed, May 02 2012 12:27:40

--->RT @EmmittSmith22: Depression & suicide are serious matters and we as current and former NFL players should demand better treatment.

— Josina Anderson · Wed, May 02 2012 12:51:49

Anyone criticizing ESPN for waiting to report the Junior Seau death doesn't remember what we sadly went through with Joe Paterno.

— Awful Announcing · Wed, May 02 2012 12:13:13

Listen to our @marcelluswiley reflect on his former teammate's life and career: http://es.pn/GNJ0Gw #RIPJuniorSeau

— ESPNLA 710 Radio · Wed, May 02 2012 12:25:40

Just came in the house from working in the yard and am watching the news. My heart breaks for Junior Seau. Just in shock.

— mark schlereth · Wed, May 02 2012 12:36:43

Junior Seau appeared in 268 games over 20 seasons, tied for 19th most in NFL history » http://yfrog.com/nraq4p, http://es.pn/IGBRYX

— SportsCenter · Wed, May 02 2012 12:28:05

"We ask everyone to stop what they're doing and send their prayers to Junior and his family."- Chargers on death of Junior Seau

— Sara Walsh · Wed, May 02 2012 12:27:15

I will always remember Junior Seau as an uplifting and positive force in the NFL. Praying for his family at this time.

— Desmond Howard · Wed, May 02 2012 12:25:17

Crushing news about Jr Seau - so TOUGH but yet on the interior was obviously dealing with much emotional pain. Wow heart goes to family #RIP

— Dick Vitale · Wed, May 02 2012 12:49:17

RIP Junior Seau

— Steve Weissman · Wed, May 02 2012 12:13:45

Breaking: The San Diego Chargers have confirmed that former LB Junior Seau is dead.

— Outside The Lines · Wed, May 02 2012 12:14:18

Takes my breath away. Junior Seau dies at age 43.

— CHRIS MCKENDRY · Wed, May 02 2012 12:15:42

Our marcellus wiley speaking from the heart now on his @ESPNLA710 radio show about frmr @chargers teammate (cont) http://tl.gd/h8im8l

— bill hofheimer · Wed, May 02 2012 12:15:52

Unreal day in the world of football .... Unreal

— Jason Romano · Wed, May 02 2012 12:09:39

Reflecting on Junior Seau's time with the Patriots (2006-2009). http://es.pn/IK02jT

— Mike Reiss · Wed, May 02 2012 12:20:04

Statement from the Chargers on Junior Seau: "Everyone at the Chargers is in complete shock and disbelief right (cont) http://tl.gd/h8iker

— Rachel Nichols · Wed, May 02 2012 12:07:50

ESPN Front Row was started on March 31, 2011 and has since been ESPN's premier place to keep fans up-to-date with all of the behind the scenes happenings at the Worldwide Leader

Storified by ESPN Front Row · Mon, Jun 11 2012 09:00:32

ESPN to cover itself with sports media blog - SportsBusiness Daily | SportsBusiness Journal

By John Ourand, Staff Writer Published March 7, 2011, Page 4 ESPN's communications department is launching a sports media blog that will ...

ESPN Launching Corporate Blog

Want a front-row seat to the inner workings at ESPN? You'll get one this month. On March 30, ESPN will unveil its corporate blog, ESPNFro...

MediaPost Publications ESPN Outreach Site Adds Podcasts 04/10/2012

ESPN's efforts to give consumers behind-the-scenes access to its operations -- and dial up self-promotion -- now include podcasts. The co...

ESPN Front Row Blog Brings Fans Back Stage :: MinOnline

Sports mega-brand ESPN has launched a corporate blog aimed at bringing loyalists behind the scenes at the television, print, Web and mobi...

Platforms Presents: ESPN Front Row

The Voce Connect Platforms team is pleased to announce the launch of ESPNFrontRow.com, a WordPress-based corporate platform for ESPN's co...

TwitLonger - When you talk too much for Twitter

The words on the ESPN headline regarding Jeremy Lin are indefensible and offensive, and no doubt ESPN will be feeling the heat for them f...

ESPN Apologizes for Slur Used in Headline on Lin

ESPN apologized for the use of an ethnic slur early Saturday in reference to Jeremy Lin after the Knicks' loss to the New Orleans Hornets...

Jeremy Lin challenges stereotypes, as well as defenses

At a cable-less apartment in Charlottesville Friday night, a streaming live feed of an NBA game was willingly purchased on my sister-in-l...

All eyes were on Radio City Music Hall last night for the 2012 NFL Draft. But Front Row kept its eyes on social media to get a big picture feel for how players, fans and media reacted to the first round.

Storified by ESPN Front Row · Fri, Apr 27 2012 12:03:01

Exciting day for 32 guys today, agonizing wait followed by a big sigh of relief when u get that call. Looking forward to seeing who we pick

— Aaron Rodgers · Thu, Apr 26 2012 09:52:42

Good luck to all the athletes in the NFL draft its a feeling you can't describe hearing your name called dont matter if your 1st round or7th

— Ray Rice · Thu, Apr 26 2012 06:02:56

On stage at Radio City, @nflcommish w/ #NFLDraft prospects as Round 1 approaches. http://pic.twitter.com/jmtjwGeX · Jon Zimmer

Those watching, you'll notice no cameras in green room for calls, or shots of family. Commish gets the suspense!

— Chris Sprow · Thu, Apr 26 2012 17:03:30

Let's get it started. Looking forward to an exciting night. Thanks for joining us.

— Roger Goodell · Thu, Apr 26 2012 16:59:46

The 2012 NFL Draft starts now on ESPN. Colts will take QB No. 1 overall for 4th time (Manning, George, Elway).

— ESPN Stats & Info · Thu, Apr 26 2012 17:01:08

Welcome to Indy, Andrew Luck! Colts fans visit the Proshop to get your official Luck Jersey! http://www.coltsproshoponline.com/cart.php?m=product_list&c=576 http://pic.twitter.com/ydswdFUw · Indianapolis Colts

It's going to be a long, long road back.. but a new era is underway for the #colts. Welcome to Indy, Andrew Luck! #CantWait #NFLDraft

— Sage Steele · Thu, Apr 26 2012 17:11:51

Andrew and Oliver Luck are two of a kind

You didn't think we'd let the day go without something on Andrew Luck, did you? And it happens that Elizabeth Merrill of ESPN.com put tog...

HAIL TO THE REDSKINS!!!! It's an honor to be your quarterback #CantWait

— Robert Griffin III · Thu, Apr 26 2012 19:47:44

RT @ESPNStatsInfo Robert Griffin III is first Baylor quarterback selected in the 1st round in Common Draft Era @RGIII #NFLdraft

— SportsCenter · Thu, Apr 26 2012 17:14:11

Here is the Sock I wore tonight Tell me if I beat @HermEdwardsESPN #DreamCatching http://say.ly/iFH3aNQ

— Robert Griffin III · Thu, Apr 26 2012 20:19:41

If “LUCK vs. RG3” were a heavyweight fight, this would be its poster -> http://es.pn/IIDfYb (via @ESPNPlaybook) #NFLDraft

— ESPN · Thu, Apr 26 2012 17:13:10

Skin's QBs · cartman19x

The new rookie wage scale has lowered rookie deals and amped up the NFL trade activity.

— Adam Schefter · Thu, Apr 26 2012 17:38:05

Vikings source says it is their understanding that the Browns traded up to get Trent Richardson

— Chris Mortensen · Thu, Apr 26 2012 16:12:50

"He's like a Marshawn Lynch with speed & elusiveness…" -Gruden on Trent Richardson, heading to @OfficialBrowns http://pic.twitter.com/QyFkh8Kw · SportsCenter

The Vikings now have 13 choices after the trade with Cleveland. The Browns were the main players with 13 before the trade.

— John Clayton · Thu, Apr 26 2012 16:26:18

The Madden '13 cover will be unveiled today during ESPN2's SportsNation. Front Row brings you all of the latest buzz on the event.

Storified by ESPN Front Row · Wed, Apr 25 2012 15:16:46

The winner of @SportsNation 's Madden NFL 13 Cover Vote is Calvin Johnson! #MaddenCoverWinner http://pic.twitter.com/XRJYR05r · SportsNation

Calvin Johnson is the Madden ’13 cover athlete. He is only the 2nd WR on the cover after @LarryFitzgerald.

— darren rovell · Wed, Apr 25 2012 14:55:46

After 20 million votes, the @EASports #Madden13 cover athlete is @DetroitLionsNFL WR Calvin Johnson

— bill hofheimer · Wed, Apr 25 2012 14:55:27

Calvin Johnson venció en la final a Cam Newton y será portada del Madden. Ya prenden velas en Detroit.... ¿Creen en maldiciones?

— Sebas M. Christensen · Wed, Apr 25 2012 14:57:00

Congratulations to Calvin "Megatron" Johnson for winning the #MyMaddenCoverVote! Do you like the results? http://pic.twitter.com/33urJfTl · EA SPORTS

Congrands to megatron on being named on the madden 13 cover a great player but even a greater person

— Cj Spiller · Wed, Apr 25 2012 15:00:13

Well, it's official. @bigplaycj on the cover of Madden 2013!

— Detroit Lions · Wed, Apr 25 2012 14:55:44

Calvin Johnson is the Madden ’13 cover athlete. Good luck, Lions fans! #CURSE?

— darren rovell · Wed, Apr 25 2012 14:55:24

'Madden' cover vote still up for grabs

ESPN.com IllustrationIt's Cam Newton versus Calvin Johnson for the right to be cursed. To keep the mystery alive, we weren't going to rel...

Cam Newton and Calvin Johnson have advanced to the finals of the #MyMaddenCoverVote, but only one can be your... http://fb.me/vviez2sr

— EA SPORTS Madden NFL · Wed, Apr 18 2012 07:47:53

Calvin Johnson and Cam Newton are YOUR #MyMaddenCoverVote finalists! We won't to know who YOU think has the... http://fb.me/1f7rluYXV

— EA SPORTS Madden NFL · Mon, Apr 23 2012 08:17:58

The Madden 13 cover athlete is down to the finalist….Calvin Johnson vs Cam Newton. Either way someone from Georgia will be on the cover!

— Everything Georgia · Wed, Apr 25 2012 08:50:01

Live from New York, it's @SportsNation! http://pic.twitter.com/M6wEXni1 · Kristie Chong Adler

Turn on ESPN2 for @sportsnation live from Times Square. Announcing who will be on the cover of Madden 13! http://pic.twitter.com/l9ogdTm2 · Jennifer

Cam Newton throwing passes to Calvin Johnson on the @SportsNation set -- #ESPN2 - http://pic.twitter.com/QH7HZbq5 · Jason Romano

@SportsNation announces the cover of Madden '13 tonight at 5 PM. The finals comes down to Panthers QB Cam Newton vs Lions WR Calvin Johnson.

— Rob Kelley · Wed, Apr 25 2012 13:30:36

@SportsNation looks like Superman is taking control of his #CAMpaign! http://bit.ly/I6Me4B

— EA SPORTS Madden NFL · Fri, Apr 20 2012 11:00:37

Cam Newton calls out Calvin Johnson for the #MyMaddenCoverVote! We know Cam REALLY wants to be on the cover of... http://fb.me/Y0rdMC22

— EA SPORTS Madden NFL · Fri, Apr 20 2012 08:05:30

The First Round of the 2012 WNBA Draft aired on ESPN2 and the final two rounds aired on ESPNU. Front Row monitored social media to see how women's basketball fans and media chronicled the day.

Storified by ESPN Front Row · Tue, Apr 17 2012 05:54:16

Wnba

Good morning tweeps. Today's the day. #WNBADraft

— Nnemkadi Ogwumike · Mon, Apr 16 2012 04:47:26

ESPN Hosts The 2012 WNBA Draft For The Good Of The Game ...

6 hours ago ... What's one word to describe the relationship between the WNBA and ESPN? If you ask Carol Stiff, ESPN's Vice Pre...

Are you watching on ESPN 2 this morning? Things look different today! The WNBA draft is here today and we are back in the radio studios!

— Mike & Mike · Mon, Apr 16 2012 03:10:33

WNBA Ladies ready for Prime Time!!!!! #wnbadraft http://twitpic.com/9am04w · Holly Rowe

Sooo excited to be announcing the @WNBA Draft picks for the first time! http://twitpic.com/9ampgk · Laurel J. Richie

WNBA Draft - Stanford forward Nnemkadi Ogwumike (@Nnemkadi30) taken No. 1 overall by the LA Sparks » http://es.pn/wnba-draft

— SportsCenter · Mon, Apr 16 2012 11:23:56

WNBA.com: Draft 2012

The LA Sparks selected Nneka Ogwumike first overall in the 2012 WNBA Draft presented by Boost Mobile, followed by Shekinna Stricklen to...

VIDEO: Nneka Ogwumike talks about being drafted #1 in the 2012 WNBA Draft. http://es.pn/HN5dVS

— espnW · Mon, Apr 16 2012 13:26:39

Stanford's Nneka Ogwumike top pick in WNBA Draft - SFGate

43 minutes ago ... FILE - In this March 8, 2012 file photo, Stanford's Nnemk. ... Final Fours, was the top pick in Monday's WNB...

BREAKING NEWS - Devereaux Peters selected #3 overall in 2012 WNBA Draft by Minnesota Lynx ... highest selection ever for @NOTREDAMEWBB!!

— Chris Masters · Mon, Apr 16 2012 11:23:46

3 Lady Vols drafted in the top 7 of the WNBA draft is just a testament to @patsummitt and their hard work#DoubleSalute

— Inky Johnson · Mon, Apr 16 2012 11:58:29

BIG S/O to @RebeccaLobo, @CAROLYNPECK @SportsIren, Pam Ward & @ShelleyESPN for their help & making me feel like part of the team! #WNBADraft

— LaChina Robinson · Mon, Apr 16 2012 14:54:28

WNBA Draftees adding their photos to our @espnW Mosaic. If you ever played sports, add yours! http://www.espnW.com/IXmosaic http://pic.twitter.com/GEu9vgMj · Laura Suchoski

Great day for @BigEastWBB -- 4 of top 15 picks in @WNBA Draft (Peters - 3rd, Novosel - 8th, Hayes - 14th, Rushdan - 15th)

— Chris Masters · Mon, Apr 16 2012 12:27:04