I love to get paid just as much as the next guy. But when it comes to figuring out a budget and where to spend your money, I think some GM's are lost. The absurdity of big-dollar contracts in the NBA has made me think a lot since last offseason. With another off-season just around the corner, I would like to dive into last year's contracts that were handed out, what players did … [Read more...] about My “beef” with NBA contracts: Part I – Bad Contracts
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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
Lockout Threat Leaves Indianapolis Colts’ Agenda in Limbo
Well, it hasn't happened yet. The extension of the NFL collective bargaining agreement's expiration deadline by one day Thursday and then by seven days Friday has had the football world -- including the Indianapolis Colts organization and fan base -- holding its collective breath. However, if and when the CBA does expire -- I'm still inclined to believe it will -- Jim … [Read more...] about Lockout Threat Leaves Indianapolis Colts’ Agenda in Limbo
Bob Sanders’ Legacy with Indianapolis Colts
I now have had a few days to think about how Bob Sanders, who on Friday was released by the Indianapolis Colts after seven seasons with the team, will be remembered by those invested in the Indianapolis-based franchise. The safety had numerous moments of brilliance during those seven years, including a dynamic run to victory in Super Bowl XLI and being named the Associated … [Read more...] about Bob Sanders’ Legacy with Indianapolis Colts