Here's a story you might have missed during your lockout hangover. I'm not sure myself if I'm over lockout illnes yet. Chicago Bulls superstar Derrick Rose was quite surprised to learn there's a specific provision in the new NBA collective bargaining agreement named "The Derrick Rose Rule;" which kicks in for players in his peer group. … [Read more...] about “Derrick Rose Rule” part of new NBA CBA; MVP is Surprised
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2011 NBA Free Agent Small Forward Rankings
With the NBA Lockout coming to an end, we now know that teams can start signing free agents on December 9th. Like the NFL experienced once their lockout ended, there will be a frenzy period for teams to fill out rosters with the season tipping off on Christmas. With the new labor agreement, there are some changes to NBA free agency. A player can only receive a four-year … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Free Agent Small Forward Rankings
2011 NBA Free Agent Power Forward Rankings
With the NBA Lockout coming to an end, we now know that teams can start signing free agents on December 9th. Like the NFL experienced once their lockout ended, there will be a frenzy period for teams to fill out rosters with the season tipping off on Christmas. With the new labor agreement, there are some changes to NBA free agency. A player can only receive a four-year … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Free Agent Power Forward Rankings
Magic Johnson Part of Group Trying to Buy L.A. Dodgers
So who's going to step in and rescue the once proud MLB franchise known as the Los Angeles Dodgers? In the words of '70s wuss rockers Pilot...."oh ho ho it's magic. You know! Never believe it's not so." That's right, Earvin "Magic" Johnson is part of a "dream team" potential ownership group with goals of purchasing/rehabbing the troubled franchise driven into bankruptcy by … [Read more...] about Magic Johnson Part of Group Trying to Buy L.A. Dodgers
2011 NBA Free Agent Center Rankings
With the NBA Lockout coming to an end, we now know that teams can start signing free agents on December 9th. Like the NFL experienced once their lockout ended, there will be a frenzy period for teams to fill out rosters with the season tipping off on Christmas. There are some changes to free agency in the new labor agreement. A player can only receive a four-year maximum … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Free Agent Center Rankings
NBA Draft Stock Report (12/1/11)
The NBA Draft Stock Report checks in on which players have made a name for themselves in the past week; either helping or hurting their future draft position. These early pre-season tournaments give players great exposure matching up against marquee opponents on national television. In this week's addition, a season ending injury hurts one players stock while a first round … [Read more...] about NBA Draft Stock Report (12/1/11)
Welcome Back, Indiana Pacers
Welcome back, NBA. And welcome back, Indiana Pacers. The early-morning agreement Nov. 26 between the league and the players' union ensures the highest level of professional basketball will be played -- albeit under a shortened schedule. The great news for the Pacers -- one of the NBA's small-market franchises -- is that this tentative collective bargaining agreement, … [Read more...] about Welcome Back, Indiana Pacers
2013 NBA Mock Draft (11/28/11)
I am well aware that the 2012 NBA Draft has not even occurred yet. Still, we are looking ahead to the 2013 NBA Draft with insanely early projections on how it may unfold. Team needs and outstanding trades have NOT been taken into consideration with this 2013 NBA mock draft. Click on the players' name for a complete, in-depth scouting report. (By the way, The Sports Bank … [Read more...] about 2013 NBA Mock Draft (11/28/11)
Knicks and Nets Ticket Holders Seek Refund, Protest NBA Lockout!
The spirit of Occupy Wall St. moves up to midtown tomorrow. The NBA lockout is alienating people left and right. If this continues, they'll keep losing fans en masse all the way to next season. If there's a season. New York state Senator Malcolm A. Smith (D- 14th district) will join New York Knicks and New Jersey Nets fans and season ticketholders tomorrow, Wednesday … [Read more...] about Knicks and Nets Ticket Holders Seek Refund, Protest NBA Lockout!
Financial Institution Provides Loans, Fiscal Planning to NBA Players During Lockout
The NBA lockout is one of the worst things to ever happen to the league. At first, there was some public sympathy for the players, as it was not them, but the owners who were doing the "locking out." But since the players rejected the last offer; now they're vilified as well. Considering this comes off a season in which the league had record television ratings, this … [Read more...] about Financial Institution Provides Loans, Fiscal Planning to NBA Players During Lockout