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John Wall Just Signed A Supermax Contract With The Wizards…And Promptly Guaranteed A Championship

John Wall Just Signed A Supermax Contract With The Wizards…And Promptly Guaranteed A Championship

Jul 28, 2017

John Wall is the latest player to sign a supermax extension. How much will he be making?

Players On The Oakland Raiders Should Think Very Carefully About Their Next Contracts

Players On The Oakland Raiders Should Think Very Carefully About Their Next Contracts

Jul 27, 2017

As they prepare for their move from Oakland to Las Vegas, the Raiders are in a very interesting position. And if they structure their contracts a certain way, players can save millions of dollars in taxes.

The Golden State Warriors Are Going To Sell Personal Seat Licenses At Their New Arena

The Golden State Warriors Are Going To Sell Personal Seat Licenses At Their New Arena

Jul 26, 2017

Fresh off turning the NBA on its head with their style of play, the Warriors are changing the game for personal seat licenses.

The Boston Red Sox Are Paying Pablo Sandoval Nearly $50 Million To Play For The San Francisco Giants

The Boston Red Sox Are Paying Pablo Sandoval Nearly $50 Million To Play For The San Francisco Giants

Jul 26, 2017

Pablo Sandoval is no longer a member of the Boston Red Sox, yet they still have to pay him a huge amount a money.

A Woman Lost Out On $1 Million, Thanks To A Controversial Penalty In A CFL Game

A Woman Lost Out On $1 Million, Thanks To A Controversial Penalty In A CFL Game

Jul 24, 2017

Coaches always say penalties are momentum killers. Turns out they can be financial killers, too.

Kirk Cousins Is Betting Big On Himself… Will It Pay Off?

Kirk Cousins Is Betting Big On Himself… Will It Pay Off?

Jul 24, 2017

Kirk Cousins declined to sign a long-term deal with the Redskins. And it's looking like a brilliant move.

Why Did Erectile-Dysfunction Companies Like Viagra Just Drop All Ads From The NFL?

Why Did Erectile-Dysfunction Companies Like Viagra Just Drop All Ads From The NFL?

Jul 20, 2017

Last season, Viagra spent $31 million in advertising spots during NFL coverage.

Chelsea Is Offering More Than $91 Million For Real Madrid's Álvaro Morata

Chelsea Is Offering More Than $91 Million For Real Madrid's Álvaro Morata

Jul 18, 2017

Chelsea is quickly learning that to stay atop the Premier League standings, it's going to have to spend a lot of money.

New York Yankees Star Aaron Judge Isn't In A Rush To Sign Any Endorsement Deals

New York Yankees Star Aaron Judge Isn't In A Rush To Sign Any Endorsement Deals

Jul 15, 2017

Aaron Judge is one of the most marketable baseball players in a long time, but he isn't in a rush to sign any endorsement deals.

Andre Roberson Allegedly Left A Bartender A Terrible Tip After He Signed A $30 Million Contract

Andre Roberson Allegedly Left A Bartender A Terrible Tip After He Signed A $30 Million Contract

Jul 15, 2017

Andre Roberson received a lot of backlash for his alleged cheap tipping at an Austin, Texas restaurant last week.

After Acquiring Chris Paul And Locking Up James Harden, Carmelo Anthony Is The Next Target For The Houston Rockets

After Acquiring Chris Paul And Locking Up James Harden, Carmelo Anthony Is The Next Target For The Houston Rockets

Jul 14, 2017

The Rockets have made plenty of major moves this offseason. There's just one more big fish they want to catch.

Tim Hardaway Jr. Will Make More From His New Contract Than His Father Did During His Entire Career

Tim Hardaway Jr. Will Make More From His New Contract Than His Father Did During His Entire Career

Jul 13, 2017

Tim Hardaway Jr. got an offer from the New York Knicks worth a lot more money than anyone expected.

Michael Jordan Is Joining Derek Jeter In His Bid To Buy The Marlins

Michael Jordan Is Joining Derek Jeter In His Bid To Buy The Marlins

Jul 13, 2017

If you thought Derek Jeter was already a big name for a potential Miami Marlins owner, wait until you see who his group just added as an investor.

After Signing With The Heat, Kelly Olynyk Will Make More Next Year Than He Did His First Four Years In The League

After Signing With The Heat, Kelly Olynyk Will Make More Next Year Than He Did His First Four Years In The League

Jul 12, 2017

Kelly Olynyk agreed to a deal that will give him more money than he knows what to do with.

Kevin Durant Took A $9.5 Million Discount To Stay With The Warriors… And It Just Might Win The Team Another Championship

Kevin Durant Took A $9.5 Million Discount To Stay With The Warriors… And It Just Might Win The Team Another Championship

Jul 11, 2017

Kevin Durant gave the Warriors a discount on his latest contract. It likely makes the Warriors even heavier favorites this upcoming season.