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Odell Beckham Jr. Just Won A Major Lawsuit Against Nike… His Reward? Zero Dollars.

Odell Beckham Jr. Just Won A Major Lawsuit Against Nike… His Reward? Zero Dollars.

Jul 25, 2024

Odell Beckham Jr. sued Nike for $20 million, believing he was due unpaid royalties as part of his endorsement contract.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Could Smash The Single-Season NBA Salary Record With His Next Contract

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Could Smash The Single-Season NBA Salary Record With His Next Contract

Jul 22, 2024

He can't sign it until next season, but Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is on track for a historic contract extension with the Thunder.

Cade Cunningham, The No. 1 Pick Three Years Ago, Just Signed A Quarter-Billion Dollar Deal

Cade Cunningham, The No. 1 Pick Three Years Ago, Just Signed A Quarter-Billion Dollar Deal

Jul 17, 2024

Since the Pistons drafted Cade Cunningham in 2021, the team has only won 54 games. Yet they just signed Cunningham to a historic deal.

Did Jalen Brunson Really Turn Down $100 Million With His New Contract?

Did Jalen Brunson Really Turn Down $100 Million With His New Contract?

Jul 15, 2024

Jalen Brunson just agreed to a contract extension with the Knicks, but should he have waited for more money?

When Betting On Yourself Goes Wrong: Caleb Martin Leaves Miami And Signs For Half As Much Money With Philadelphia

When Betting On Yourself Goes Wrong: Caleb Martin Leaves Miami And Signs For Half As Much Money With Philadelphia

Jul 12, 2024

Caleb Martin opted out of his contract with the Miami Heat, hoping to get a larger deal in free agency. That was a poor decision.

Raiders Head Coach Antonio Pierce Owes $28 Million After His Wife Jocelyn Filed For Bankruptcy

Raiders Head Coach Antonio Pierce Owes $28 Million After His Wife Jocelyn Filed For Bankruptcy

Jul 10, 2024

The NFL season is just a couple of months away, but one head coach is already running into off-the-field issues.

Bronny James Is Making More Than 14 Times What The No. 55 Pick Made Last Year

Bronny James Is Making More Than 14 Times What The No. 55 Pick Made Last Year

Jul 9, 2024

The Lakers drafted Bronny James with the No. 55 pick and then gave him a multi-year guaranteed deal — a rarity for a second rounder.

LeBron James's New Two-Year Contract Is Worth More Than Michael Jordan Made His Entire Career

LeBron James's New Two-Year Contract Is Worth More Than Michael Jordan Made His Entire Career

Jul 8, 2024

LeBron James signed a contract extension to remain with the Lakers, and it'll push him even further into uncharted territory.

The Lakers Have Agreed To Deals For Both LeBron And Bronny James — Here's How Much They'll Make

The Lakers Have Agreed To Deals For Both LeBron And Bronny James — Here's How Much They'll Make

Jul 3, 2024

LeBron and Bronny James are playing together for the Los Angeles Lakers. As you may guess, one is making a lot more money.

Fresh Off A Championship, Jayson Tatum Agrees To The Largest NBA Contract Ever

Fresh Off A Championship, Jayson Tatum Agrees To The Largest NBA Contract Ever

Jul 2, 2024

The Celtics already had the highest-paid player in the NBA on their roster. Now, they've set another financial record.

After He Opted Out Of A $51.4 Million Contract, What's LeBron James's Next Move?

After He Opted Out Of A $51.4 Million Contract, What's LeBron James's Next Move?

Jul 2, 2024

LeBron James has opted out of his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, but that doesn't necessarily mean he plans to skip town.

Was Bobby Bonilla's Contract Financially Brilliant Or Horrendously Stupid?

Was Bobby Bonilla's Contract Financially Brilliant Or Horrendously Stupid?

Jul 1, 2024

It's easy to call Bobby Bonilla's famous contract "brilliant" – but was it actually a smart financial move?

Long Before Bobby Bonilla's 25 Year Gravy Train, This Random NFL Player Negotiated An Equally Creative And Lucrative Deal…

Long Before Bobby Bonilla's 25 Year Gravy Train, This Random NFL Player Negotiated An Equally Creative And Lucrative Deal…

Jul 1, 2024

Long before there was a "Bobby Bonilla Day" there was a random NFL player who scored an equally interesting sports contract that can only end upon his death.

How Bret Saberhagen Inspired Bobby Bonilla's Famous Contract

How Bret Saberhagen Inspired Bobby Bonilla's Famous Contract

Jul 1, 2024

Bret Saberhagen won the World Series 35 years ago on a $150,000 salary. The New York Mets will pay him more than that this year. Here's why.

Forget "Bobby Bonilla Day", July 1st Should Really Be "Max Scherzer Day" Based On The Ridiculous Deferred Check He Cashes Every Year

Forget "Bobby Bonilla Day", July 1st Should Really Be "Max Scherzer Day" Based On The Ridiculous Deferred Check He Cashes Every Year

Jul 1, 2024

Every July 1st, people celebrate Bobby Bonilla's contract like it's a national holiday. Well, we're here to tell you that July 1st really should be called "Max Scherzer Day." His annuity is 10X Bobby Bonilla's!

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How Diego Simeone Became The Highest-Paid Coach In Sports History

How Diego Simeone Became The Highest-Paid Coach In Sports History

Oct 2, 2020
Diego Simeone is by far the highest-paid coach in all of pro sports. Here's a look at how he's gotten to that position.
Odell Beckham Jr. Just Won A Major Lawsuit Against Nike... His Reward? Zero Dollars.

Odell Beckham Jr. Just Won A Major Lawsuit Against Nike... His Reward? Zero Dollars.

Jul 25, 2024
Odell Beckham Jr. sued Nike for $20 million, believing he was due unpaid royalties as part of his endorsement contract.
The Unlikely Rise And Tragic Fall Of Former NBA Star Lamar Odom

The Unlikely Rise And Tragic Fall Of Former NBA Star Lamar Odom

Oct 14, 2015
In 2011, Lamar Odom had it all – a gorgeous wife, a great career, plenty of money, and the world at his feet. Fast forward to October 13, 2015, and he is clinging to life after being found unconscious in a Nevada brothel.
Legendary Quarterback Joe Montana Is Officially A Legendary Venture Capital Investor Thanks To GitLab's Massive IPO

Legendary Quarterback Joe Montana Is Officially A Legendary Venture Capital Investor Thanks To GitLab's Massive IPO

Oct 14, 2021
Sure, Joe Montana had lots of impressive achievements on the football field... but he just scored a massive touchdown in the venture capital investment world...
Reds Rookie Elly De La Cruz Will Pay 10% Of His Career Earnings To A Payday Loan Company

Reds Rookie Elly De La Cruz Will Pay 10% Of His Career Earnings To A Payday Loan Company

Jun 14, 2023
Elly De La Cruz is quickly becoming a star for the Cincinnati Reds. So why will he lose millions off his next massive contract?
$930 Million Officially Slips Through John Elway's Fingers As Rob Walton Agrees To Buy The Broncos For $4.65 Billion

$930 Million Officially Slips Through John Elway's Fingers As Rob Walton Agrees To Buy The Broncos For $4.65 Billion

Aug 9, 2022
John Elway's family may want to give him a bit of space for the next few days/weeks/months. It's not every day that you see $930 million slip through your fingers.
Floyd Mayweather Dismisses Conor McGregor Comparison Talk, Dana White And McGregor Fire Back

Floyd Mayweather Dismisses Conor McGregor Comparison Talk, Dana White And McGregor Fire Back

Nov 19, 2016
Floyd Mayweather, Dana White, and Conor McGregor all had something to say following McGregor's huge win at UFC 205 this past Saturday.
Muhammad Ali Jr. Leaves Wife After Inheriting His Father's Riches

Muhammad Ali Jr. Leaves Wife After Inheriting His Father's Riches

Jan 23, 2017
The son of boxing legend Muhammad Ali reportedly bolted on his wife and children after he inherited his father's money last year.
UFC Fighter Artem Lobov Is Suing Conor McGregor Over $600 Million Proper Whiskey Sale

UFC Fighter Artem Lobov Is Suing Conor McGregor Over $600 Million Proper Whiskey Sale

Dec 7, 2022
Conor McGregor was Artem Lobov's coach on The Ultimate Fighter. Now, the student is suing his teacher thanks to a whiskey brand.
While Many NBA Players Go Broke In Retirement, David Robinson Launched TWO Multi-Billion-Dollar Private-Equity Funds

While Many NBA Players Go Broke In Retirement, David Robinson Launched TWO Multi-Billion-Dollar Private-Equity Funds

Mar 29, 2023
David Robinson, "The Admiral," was a dominant force on the court. And since he's retired, he's proving to be quite skilled off of it, too.