John Calipari has succeeded, at an extremely high level, in the National Basketball Association. What an odd sentence to describe a coach whose record in the NBA was an only 72-112, right? Well, it's not what Calipari did while leading the New Jersey Nets (1996-1999) or his stint as a Philadelphia 76ers assistant (2000) that matters in this context. It’s the fact that … [Read more...] about John Calipari Pupils Have Earned Over $2.2 Billion in the NBA
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L.A. Lakers Have NBA Title Potential, but Too Many Questions to be Favorites
Like Randy Newman, the NBA title handicappers love L.A. The top two favorites to win it all in the National Basketball Association this season both reside in Los Angeles and they squared off in the season opener. The L.A. Clippers, who have the most favorable title odds of anyone in the league, beat the L.A. Lakers 112-102 Tuesday night, on the strength of their fourth … [Read more...] about L.A. Lakers Have NBA Title Potential, but Too Many Questions to be Favorites
The World’s Most Popular Sports by Various Metrics
A lot of fans of the world sports are constantly trying to monitor what is happening in the major championships, cups and other events related to their favorite teams or individual athletes. Football confidently holds the leading position in terms of popularity based on all today matches results — the game of millions fascinates the viewers with its high level of entertainment … [Read more...] about The World’s Most Popular Sports by Various Metrics
Athletes Who Destroyed Their Careers Because of Gambling
A lot of people out there enjoy a night or two of gambling and playing at casinos, and in most cases, the excitement and thrill that come with it do not result in a massive strain on the person’s finances. However, some people have let gambling affect them in ways that have scarred their finances and relationships for life. … [Read more...] about Athletes Who Destroyed Their Careers Because of Gambling
CPS Legend Juwan Howard on Recruiting Chicago, Fab 5 Awareness in Millenials
Today was 2019 Big Ten Media Day for basketball, yes, really, basketball, and yes that it’s not you, it really is that much earlier than usual this year. The league has two new coaches, both of which have strong connections to the city where the league is headquartered and the event is traditionally held- Chicago. The Michigan Wolverines’ new head coach is Juwan Howard, a … [Read more...] about CPS Legend Juwan Howard on Recruiting Chicago, Fab 5 Awareness in Millenials
Christian Pulisic Welcomes Pelicans Josh Hart to Chelsea Home Opener
Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic welcomed New Orleans Pelicans shooting guard Josh Hart to Stamford Bridge today for the Blues home opener against Leicester City. Hart is a Chelsea super supporter who played college basketball at Villanova, which is not far from Pulisic's home town of Hershey, Pennsylvania. Hart, a two time All-American in college, helped lead Villanova to … [Read more...] about Christian Pulisic Welcomes Pelicans Josh Hart to Chelsea Home Opener
Big Ten Scoring Champ Carsen Edwards: NBA Draft Stock Update
(Editor's note: this Carsen Edwards NBA Draft stock article from the end of the regular season is now being re-posted with the NBA Draft tomorrow night) It won’t be official until tomorrow, but Purdue junior combo guard Carsen Edwards (23.4 points per game entering the regular season finale) will win the Big Ten scoring title. It will make him the third Boilermaker in the last … [Read more...] about Big Ten Scoring Champ Carsen Edwards: NBA Draft Stock Update
The Latest Sporting Events You Should Be Betting On
Are you the type of individual who absolutely loves taking a risk? If you’ve answered yes to this question, there is a really good chance that you love betting on sports. After all, this can give you a big adrenaline thrill. The only problem is that there is a risk involved. Nevertheless, you’re having a good time and there is a real possibility that you’re going to be making … [Read more...] about The Latest Sporting Events You Should Be Betting On
Addison Russell or GarPax: Who Would You Send Packing First?
It's a really tough question, and essentially it all boils down to a contest of what can arguably be classified as corporate crime/white collar crime versus allegedly criminally violent and utterly immoral acts. Chicago sports fans, who would jettison first- Chicago Cubs middle infielder Addison Russell or Chicago Bulls front office men, V.P. John Paxson and G.M. Gar … [Read more...] about Addison Russell or GarPax: Who Would You Send Packing First?
John Beilein to Cleveland, Michigan May Need to Elevate Assistant Coach
Shocking news broke early Monday morning- Michigan Wolverines basketball coach John Beilein is leaving the program to become head coach of the Cleveland Cavaliers. According to various reports, with Adrian Wojnarowski being the first, Beilein will sign a year deal with the Cavaliers. This obviously leaves Michigan in a very tough spot, having to a find a new head coach this … [Read more...] about John Beilein to Cleveland, Michigan May Need to Elevate Assistant Coach