Here's how you would approach it for different common styles:
General Principles (Applicable to all styles):
* Author: If possible, find the author's name. If no author is listed, use the article title or the name of the show (for broadcasts).
* Date: Include the publication or broadcast date.
* Title: The title of the article or show.
* URL/DOI: Provide a permanent link to the online article or, if available, a Digital Object Identifier (DOI).
Examples:
Let's say you used an article from ESPN.com titled "NBA Finals Preview: Lakers vs. Celtics" written by Brian Windhorst on June 1, 2024, and found at [https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid) (replace with the actual URL).
APA (7th edition):
Windhorst, B. (2024, June 1). *NBA Finals Preview: Lakers vs. Celtics*. ESPN. [https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid)
MLA (9th edition):
Windhorst, Brian. “NBA Finals Preview: Lakers vs. Celtics.” *ESPN*, 1 June 2024, [https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid).
Chicago (Author-Date):
Windhorst, Brian. 2024. “NBA Finals Preview: Lakers vs. Celtics.” *ESPN*. Accessed June 1, 2024. [https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid).
Chicago (Notes and Bibliography):
Brian Windhorst, “NBA Finals Preview: Lakers vs. Celtics,” *ESPN*, accessed June 1, 2024, [https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid](https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/yourarticleid).
Important Considerations:
* No Author: If there's no author listed, use the title in place of the author's name.
* Broadcast: For ESPN television broadcasts, you'll need to cite the show's name, the date of broadcast, and potentially the segment title if relevant. The URL might be challenging to find for broadcasts unless there's an online clip.
* Specific Style Guide: Always check the specific requirements of your style guide. These examples are general guidelines and might need slight adjustments.
Remember to replace the bracketed information with the details from your specific ESPN source. If you're unsure, consult your institution's style guide or a citation management tool like Zotero or Mendeley.