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John Wall Can’t Believe He Makes the Same as Reggie Jackson

John Wall Can’t Believe He Makes the Same as Reggie Jackson

If there were to be a cardinal rule among professional athletes, you could argue that it’s to never count another man’s money. Well, John Wall is in severe violation of that unwritten rule. Wall recently bemoaned the fact that he’s making the same amount of money as Detroit’s Reggie Jackson, who just signed a 5-year, [...]

July 15, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Rondo Looking Forward to “Proving People Wrong” in Sacramento

Rondo Looking Forward to “Proving People Wrong” in Sacramento

Rajon Rondo went from a guy being considered for a max contract to signing a 1-year deal in Sacramento. He short time in Dallas really did a number on his reputation and potential for future earnings. But now that he’s in Sacto, he’s interested in shutting people up. “I’m excited that everybody’s doubting us,” Rondo [...]

July 14, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Larry Bird Supports Paul George Playing in 2016 Olympics

Larry Bird Supports Paul George Playing in 2016 Olympics

We’re approaching a year since Paul George’s horrific leg injury while playing for Team USA. Since he got injured playing for his country, it’s only right to see it all the way through and play for his country when he’s healthy enough to, right? Paul George seems to think and and apparently so does Larry [...]

July 14, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Gerald Green to Sign 1-Year Deal With Heat

Gerald Green to Sign 1-Year Deal With Heat

To say Gerald Green was a late-bloomer would be an understatement. For someone to be as freakishly athletic as he is, it’s tough to fathom that he’s had a tough time latching on in the league. But after a solid 2-years in Phoenix, he’s a certified commodity. He’s also a member of the Miami Heat. [...]

July 9, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

LeBron Signs 2-Year, $47 Million Deal with Cavs

LeBron Signs 2-Year, $47 Million Deal with Cavs

The wait is over (in the event you were holding your breath). LeBron James has re-signed with the Cavaliers. He has agreed to another short-term deal: 2-years, worth a max amount of $47 million. The deal is only for two years because he’s higher more riches once the new CBA and he next contract roll [...]

July 9, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Clippers Trying to Convince DeAndre Jordan to Stay

Clippers Trying to Convince DeAndre Jordan to Stay

When free agency began on July 1, that simply just gave teams the green light to talk to players. There’s always a moratorium on when players can actually sign with said team. Therein lies the danger, because until that moratorium is lifted (July 8), it’s basically just a pinky-swear between both sides. The Mavericks are [...]

July 8, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Heat Looking to Get Rid of Chalmers, Birdman and Napier

Heat Looking to Get Rid of Chalmers, Birdman and Napier

Two key players from Miami’s championship days may be on the move. But nothing lasts forever in the NBA and the team is looking to unload Mario Chalmers and Chris Andersen, and Shabazz Napier as well…virtually for nothing, per reports. Miami’s roster is being overhauled as they try to clear cap space, so these guys [...]

July 8, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Lou Williams “Disappointed” Raptors Didn’t Want Him Back

Lou Williams “Disappointed” Raptors Didn’t Want Him Back

The Raptors were one of the surprising teams in the East, but their first round sweep at the hands of the Wizards was a huge disappointment. Part of the reason for their success during the regular season was the play of Sixth Man of the Year, Lou Williams. He proved the spark the second team [...]

July 7, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Kevin Garnett to Return For Another Season

Kevin Garnett to Return For Another Season

Guys just don’t seem to want to retire from the NBA. Kobe, Duncan and Manu will all be back to give it another go. And so will Kevin Garnett. KG will return to the Timberwolves for his 21st season in the association. He will join only Robert Parish and Kevin Willis and the only three [...]

July 7, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0

Ginobili Says He’s Not Retiring, Will Return Next Season

Ginobili Says He’s Not Retiring, Will Return Next Season

It seems like every summer there’s questions as to whether or not Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili will be returning to the Spurs. Duncan has stated he’ll be back next year and today, Ginobili tweeted the same. I mean, after acquiring LaMarcus Aldridge, why would either of them decide to leave now? [...]

July 6, 2015 Anou Enright Rumors 0