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It's Been A Record-Breaking Year For NBA Free Agent Contracts–Here Are The Biggest Deals So Far

It's Been A Record-Breaking Year For NBA Free Agent Contracts–Here Are The Biggest Deals So Far

Jul 18, 2016

There's a lot of money moving around in the NBA this year, due to a massive salary cap increase. See who's cashing in big!

Manchester United Has Offered Juventus $130 Million For Paul Pogba, But Will He Stay Or Go?

Manchester United Has Offered Juventus $130 Million For Paul Pogba, But Will He Stay Or Go?

Jul 16, 2016

Manchester United is willing to give Juventus a record-breaking $130 million to recover Paul Pogba, even though Pogba went to Juventus for free in 2012. But Juventus won't give up its star midfielder without a fight.

Von Miller Might Turn Down $70 Million–Guaranteed–Later Today

Von Miller Might Turn Down $70 Million–Guaranteed–Later Today

Jul 15, 2016

The Denver Broncos are hoping that giving Von Miller more money than any defensive player has ever received will finally end their long contract negotiations. How much are they willing to pay?

Was Dwyane Wade Selfish To Turn Down $40 Million From The Heat?

Was Dwyane Wade Selfish To Turn Down $40 Million From The Heat?

Jul 13, 2016

After leaving the only NBA franchise he's ever known, some Heat fans are calling Dwyane Wade selfish. However, when you look at his career with Miami, it's been anything but that.

Former NFL Wide Receiver Staged Fraudulent Car Crashes

Former NFL Wide Receiver Staged Fraudulent Car Crashes

Jul 11, 2016

Former NFL player and high school football coach Jeff Webb arrested for orchestrating a series fake car crashes.

The Cavs Paid An Enormous Luxury Tax To End Cleveland's Title Drought

The Cavs Paid An Enormous Luxury Tax To End Cleveland's Title Drought

Jul 9, 2016

Sometimes victory comes at a price, and sometimes it comes at a VERY STEEP price. Just how much does Cavs owner Dan Gilbert owe the NBA?

LeBron James Is Executive-Producing A Reality TV Show – What's It About?

LeBron James Is Executive-Producing A Reality TV Show – What's It About?

Jul 8, 2016

With the NBA off-season ahead of him, LeBron James isn't resting on his laurels. What's his next business venture all about

These 8 College Football Strength And Conditioning Coaches Are Making More Money Than You Can Imagine

These 8 College Football Strength And Conditioning Coaches Are Making More Money Than You Can Imagine

Jul 8, 2016

On the college football teams of today, the strength and conditioning coach is one of the most valued and highest-paid members of the staff. Some are now making over half a million dollars per year. See how much the top 8 made last season!

Toronto Raptors Open Free Agent Season With Big Contract

Toronto Raptors Open Free Agent Season With Big Contract

Jul 7, 2016

The NBA free agent season opens with a big contract from the Toronto Raptors for DeMar DeRozan. Will he bring the Raptors to victory?

'A Great Life Wasted' – The Shocking Rise And Fall Of William 'Refrigerator' Perry

'A Great Life Wasted' – The Shocking Rise And Fall Of William 'Refrigerator' Perry

Jul 7, 2016

William Perry was a true athletic specimen and a prominent member of one of the best defensive teams the NFL has ever seen. Now, he's in a physical and financial hole that's only getting deeper.

After Leaving The White House, Barack Obama Wants To Own An NBA Team… Can He Pull It Off?

After Leaving The White House, Barack Obama Wants To Own An NBA Team… Can He Pull It Off?

Jul 6, 2016

We know he can knock down a jump shot, but can Barack Obama really run a professional basketball franchise?

LeBron James May Miss Out On $204 Million Because Of An Obscure NBA Rule

LeBron James May Miss Out On $204 Million Because Of An Obscure NBA Rule

Jul 5, 2016

LeBron James has been a shrewd businessman his whole NBA career, but a very obscure rule might prevent him from maximizing his contract earnings.

Almost Three Years Ago, He Washed Up In Lebanon, Now He's A Top NBA Free Agent Prospect – How Did Hassan Whiteside Do It?

Almost Three Years Ago, He Washed Up In Lebanon, Now He's A Top NBA Free Agent Prospect – How Did Hassan Whiteside Do It?

Jul 5, 2016

Hassan Whiteside played in China, Lebanon, and the D-League, and most people thought he would never see the NBA again. Now he's looking at a potential $98 million contract. Learn how it all went down!

Kevin Durant Signs $54 Million Deal To Join The Golden State Warriors

Kevin Durant Signs $54 Million Deal To Join The Golden State Warriors

Jul 4, 2016

The Golden State Warriors are coming off an NBA record 73 win season. Kevin Durant fell just short of dethroning them in the Western Conference Finals. Now they'll be working together, and they may be unstoppable.

O.J. Mayo Banned For Two Years From The NBA For Drug Abuse

O.J. Mayo Banned For Two Years From The NBA For Drug Abuse

Jul 4, 2016

The third overall draft pick from 2008 has been inconsistent at best throughout his career. Based on his latest shenanigans, he may never play again.