Jason Kidd Is The Newest Coach For The Brooklyn Nets
Congratulations are in order for former NBA superstar Jason Kidd. Kidd is the newest member of the coaching staff for the Brooklyn Nets. Kidd is a shoe-in for the Hall of Fame after playing 18 seasons of strong basketball. He went into the NBA earlier than most at that time, leaving after his sophomore year. [...]
Patrick Ewing Named Bobcats Assistant Coach
Congratulations to Patrick Ewing, who has been working for years for the chance to get on the bench for an NBA team. Ewing has had other assistant coaching jobs before, but this position with the Bobcats might be his best shot at his most obvious prize: A chance to be a head coach. Patrick [...]
Chad “Ochocinco” Is Broke And Can’t Pay Child Support
From a spot on the team to a seat in the courtroom! Chad Ochocinco also known as Chad Johnson is finding himself in a lot of trouble with the mother of his child and the law again. The NFL star has been sued by one of his baby mamas for failing to pay a child support in [...]
For the Second Year Straight, Mayweather is the Richest Among all Athletes by a Long Shot
Boxing is big money for the men on top of the game who don’t mind risking a little bit of brain damage. Floyd Mayweather is the highest-paid athlete in the world this year for the second year in a row. He dominated the competition, with LeBron James coming in second at $56.5 million. [...]
Kobe’s Father, Mother and Grandmother Are Calling He and His Wife Liars
Kobe Bryant is in the middle of a public battle with his family that is getting pretty ugly. The superstar’s mother claims that he lied in order to stop the auction of his memorabilia. In fact, his father and grandmother are both siding with Kobe’s mom, who seems hurt that her son would do [...]
Former NFL Player Arrested Twice In One Day
It’s about time that athletes and other celebrities stop thinking they are immune to the law. Well this former Detroit Lions wide receiver has been arrested not only for the second time in one day, but for the third time in one week. I would have to say that’s three strikes. The Ex NFL player [...]
Tiger Woods Get Another Big Win, Tells His Critics that They are Wrong
Something happened to Tiger Woods when he was caught by his wife over three years ago. He lost his swing, his swag and many of his endorsements. It seemed that he was on the brink of retirement, since his life seemed to be falling apart in front of everyone. But the sun is shining again [...]
Falcons’ William Moore Arrested on Battery Charge
William Moore, the Atlanta Falcons’ starting safety, was arrested and booked into Fulton County Jail on a battery charge on Thursday, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. WSB-TV reported that Moore was involved in a dispute with a woman and allegedly grabbed her shoulder. “We are aware of the situation involving William Moore and are in [...]
Derrick Rose Sued By Fan Who Claims NBA Star’s Injury Caused His Depression and Weight Gain
Chicago Bulls fans have no doubt been missing their star player Derrick Rose do his thing on the court, as the NBA star has been recovering from a serious ACL injury since the 2012 playoffs. But one fan in particular has taken Rose’s injury and him missing the entire 2012 – 2013 NBA season (it [...]
New Julius Erving Documentary To Air In June
An upcoming documentary will look at the life and career of Julius Erving, on the 30th anniversary of his only NBA championship. “The Doctor” will air on NBA TV on June 10, between games of the NBA Finals. The 90-minute program features rare footage from his ABA career. Dr. J later came to the NBA and helped [...]
Eddie Jordan to Take Over As Head Coach At Rutgers
Eddie Jordan, a Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach who once led Rutgers to the Final Four, is close to taking over at his alma mater for Mike Rice, who was fired after video was released of him physically and verbally abusing players. A source told the Associated Press that Jordan, a Washington, D.C. native, is [...]
Lakers’ Kobe Bryant Out For Season With Torn ACL
Kobe Bryant, perhaps the best player of his generation, suffered a torn left Achilles tendon Friday night, ending his season and putting into question his Hall of Fame career. With tears in his eyes, the Los Angeles Lakers’ superstar confirmed the worst news to hit the team in a season already full of heartbreaking disappointments. [...]
Brian Banks Signs With Atlanta Falcons After Being Exonerated In Rape Charge
Everyone should believe in second chances. Brian Banks definitely did since he chose to not give up on his dreams of being in the NFL after being falsely accused of rape, and serving 5 years in jail. Now all of his hard work ha paid off. CBS News reports: Brian Banks said signing with the [...]
NFL Player Made $390,000 Now Works At Fast Food Restaurant
Terrance Ganaway, who just played his rookie season for the St. Louis Rams, is working at Jimmy John’s in Waco, Tex. during the offseason, according to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Ganaway made $390,000 in his rookie season which is the NFL’s minimum wage, and now he’s working at Jimmy John’s 12 hours a week making [...]
Venus Williams Wins Opening Round at Australian Open
Venus Williams won her opening-round match in the Australian Open against Galina Voskoboeva of Kazakhstan 6-1, 6-0 in exactly 60 minutes. Before the match even began, Williams was greeted by extended applause and cheers by fans in Melbourne’s Hisense Arena as the announcer told the crowd, “She’s back and she’s fiery!” The 32-year-old Williams took [...]