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Cal Freshman Ivan Rabb In No Rush To Make Millions In The NBA

Cal Freshman Ivan Rabb In No Rush To Make Millions In The NBA

May 11, 2016

Most college basketball players can't wait to enter the NBA draft and start making millions, but not Cal forward Ivan Rabb. No, he is in no rush to join the NBA. His reason for staying in school might surprise you.

Chicago White Sox 1B Jose Abreu had To Pay A Hefty Price To Defect From Cuba

Chicago White Sox 1B Jose Abreu had To Pay A Hefty Price To Defect From Cuba

May 11, 2016

Cuba has been a source of talent for Major League Baseball for years, but players have to defect before they can sign with a team. Players are often charged a significant portion of their first year's salary to get smuggled out of Cuba.

UFC Owners Are Reportedly On The Verge Of Selling The Entire Organization For $6 Billion!

UFC Owners Are Reportedly On The Verge Of Selling The Entire Organization For $6 Billion!

May 10, 2016

Breaking news: UFC owners Lorenzo and Frank Fertitta are reportedly in advanced talks to sell the entire company for as much as $6 billion!

10 Of The Most Disappointing Free Agent Acquisitions In NFL History

10 Of The Most Disappointing Free Agent Acquisitions In NFL History

May 10, 2016

In a perfect world, free agent deals would always work out, but too often after committing big money to a free agent the player ends up being a dud. Over the years, there have been some epic ones; guys who were paid well, only to play terribly.

Los Angeles Lakers Making $20 Million Bet On Luke Walton

Los Angeles Lakers Making $20 Million Bet On Luke Walton

May 10, 2016

The Lakers are going to be looking for a new identity next season, now that Kobe Bryant has retired. It appears that they have decided to start developing it from the top down, by hiring Luke Walton away from the Golden State Warriors.

Winning The Premier League Could Mean Up To $100 Million In Revenue For Leicester City

Winning The Premier League Could Mean Up To $100 Million In Revenue For Leicester City

May 9, 2016

The fans and players of the Leicester Tigers are on top of the world after winning the 2015-16 Premier League title. With the expected increase in revenue, the team's ownership will be on top of the world, as well.

Here's How Much Amir Khan And Saul "Canelo" Alvarez Will Make Tonight Fighting Each Other

Here's How Much Amir Khan And Saul "Canelo" Alvarez Will Make Tonight Fighting Each Other

May 7, 2016

The boxing world has been buzzing over a possible Floyd Mayweather return to the ring and a $100+ million payday, but come Saturday, the buzz will be about someone else.

The Philadelphia Eagles Are Going To Spend A TON Of Money On Quarterbacks Next Season

The Philadelphia Eagles Are Going To Spend A TON Of Money On Quarterbacks Next Season

May 7, 2016

The purpose of the salary cap is to level the playing field as much as possible. Smart teams are careful about how they spend it and do not commit too much to one position. That is what makes the Philadelphia Eagles' approach to the quarterback this off-season bizarre.

Is Floyd Mayweather Coming Out Of Retirement To Fight Conor McGregor?

Is Floyd Mayweather Coming Out Of Retirement To Fight Conor McGregor?

May 7, 2016

The rumor mill has come up with a great one for sports fans this time. If you believe what you read on the internet, Floyd Mayweather is going to end his retirement for one more fight, but you'll never guess who his opponent is going to be.

Lack Of Faith Forces Leicester Fan To Miss Out On Turning 73 Cents Into $3,600

Lack Of Faith Forces Leicester Fan To Miss Out On Turning 73 Cents Into $3,600

May 6, 2016

There are a lot of euphoric Leicester City fans right about now, since their team has officially won the Premier League. However, there is going to be at least one who is somber. He or she could have turned 73 cents into thousands – but didn't.

Ryan Fitzpatrick Claims He'd Rather Sit Out Next Season, Than Take Jets Offer

Ryan Fitzpatrick Claims He'd Rather Sit Out Next Season, Than Take Jets Offer

May 6, 2016

When free agency opened, the New York Jets were expected to do what it took to re-sign Ryan Fitzpatrick, but they have played hardball with him, instead. Fitzpatrick isn't backing down. He has stated he'd rather sit out than take what the Jets have offered.

Dee Gordon's 80-Game Suspension Is Not Going To Cost Him Much

Dee Gordon's 80-Game Suspension Is Not Going To Cost Him Much

May 6, 2016

When the Marlins front office signed Dee Gordon to a five-year, fully guaranteed $50 million contract, they probably thought he was a bargain. The real deal would end up being what his 80-game suspension would cost him.

Dirk Nowitzki Is Giving Up A Lot Of Money To Stay With The Mavericks

Dirk Nowitzki Is Giving Up A Lot Of Money To Stay With The Mavericks

May 5, 2016

Just how much money did Dirk Nowitzki leave on the table by opting out of his current contract?

Dana White Making An Expensive Mistake By Not Putting Conor McGregor Back on UFC 200 Fight Card?

Dana White Making An Expensive Mistake By Not Putting Conor McGregor Back on UFC 200 Fight Card?

May 5, 2016

As much as fans may love the UFC, in the end it is another business. For the business that is the UFC to generate the most revenue it can, it needs its best fighters in action

Conor McGregor Offered $2-3 Million To Fight For Rival Promotions

Conor McGregor Offered $2-3 Million To Fight For Rival Promotions

May 5, 2016

After losing his standoff with Dana White, Conor McGregor is a fighter without a fight or a paycheck. However, if he wants either there are promotions other than the UFC willing to pay him millions to fight.

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