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Phil, Sloan have interest in Knicks?

Now that Mike D'Antoni is done with the Knicks, they could talk with Phil Jackson and Jerry Sloan, who are both interested in the job.

Via Speculative Sports Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
SEX GAMES

Olympian backed by brothel

An Olympics hopeful ran a brothel for funding, and now he's qualified to compete in Taekwondo, but it's not without controversy.

Via Busted Coverage Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
LET'S GET IT ON

Shaq agrees to fight Jose Canseco

Shaq and Jose Canseco have been talking about facing each other in the ring, and it looks like both parties are down to battle.

Via The Hair of the Dog Sports Blog Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
REST UP

Warriors could shut down Curry?

Steph Curry has been dealing with nagging injuries all season, so is it possible for the Warriors to shut him down all season?

Via Los That Sports Blog Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
DADDY ISSUES

Wade's dad ejected from Bulls-Heat?

Apparently players aren't the only ones who can get ejected from games—their parents can be too. That's reportedly what happened with Dwyane Wade's dad.

Via Jocks and Stiletto Jill Verified_ybn
March 15, 2012  |  Discuss
COVER UP

Cowboys sign CB to big deal

The Cowboys are working to rebuild their secondary, and they took a big step by signing one of the top free agent corners.

Via Gridiron Grit Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
BEEFING UP

Celtics interested in Kings forward?

The Celtics may be looking to add some front court depth after losing Chris Wilcox for the season. They are talking to Sacramento.

Via Celtics Life Verified_ybn
March 15, 2012  |  Discuss
SALES PITCH

Titans to spruce up offer for Manning?

How desperate are the Titans to land Peyton Manning as their quarterback? They could break out all the stops to get him.

Via Pro Football Zone Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
LIP SERVICE

Brewers closer backs mustache law

Brewers closer John Axford is backing a new law that supports people who wear mustaches. Wonder why he's supporting it.

Via Hall of Very Good Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
WAG THE DOG

Is Shakira the Yoko Ono of Barcelona?

A newspaper report out of Spain claims that FC Barcelona coach Pep Guardiola won't re-sign with the club unless they part ways with Gerard Pique and his uber-famous WAG. 

Via NESN.com Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
NOT GOING GREEN

Jets owner: We 'passed on' Peyton

Many speculated that the Jets would be the best landing spot for the four-time MVP, but Woody Johnson claims his team is perfectly happy with Mark Sanchez under center. 

Via Larry Brown Sports Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
CUT THE CORD

Ovechkin’s mother ruining his career?

Alexander Ovechkin is not having a good season, and some are speculating that his adoring, yet overbearing, mom may be the reason. 

Via The Jersey Chaser Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
MISSING THE POINT

D'Antoni wanted to deal Melo for Deron

Before he stepped down as coach of the Knicks, Mike D'Antoni had a drastic plan for turning the team around, but was rebuked by team owner James Dolan. 

Via Rant Sports
March 14, 2012  |  3 Comments
PAY THE MAN!

Eagles sign DeSean to five-year deal

The mercurial wideout has had his wish granted by the Eagles, who signed him to a five-year deal, reportedly worth $51 million. 

Via Pro Football Zone Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO?

Report: Howard will not opt out

After all the trade talks and rumors, the best center in the game has let Orlando know that he, in fact, will not be opting out of his contract after the season ends.

UPDATE: ... or maybe he still will opt out

Via The Victory Formation Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  1 Comment
COWBOY (KYLE) ORTON

Report: Dallas signs Kyle Orton

It looks like there will be a new clipboard holder for the Cowboys as reports indicate that Dallas has signed the quarterback most recently with the Chiefs to a three-year deal.

Via The Penalty Flag Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
TAKE THIS JOB...

Report: Mike D’Antoni resigns

With the team currently in a free-fall in the standings, sources are reporting that New York Knicks head coach Mike D'Antoni has tendered his resignation from the team.

Via Los That Sports Blog Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
THE BEST MEDICINE?

Amar'e: Knicks joking around a lot

Following the team's sixth-straight loss, Amar'e Stoudemire addressed at least one of the issues behind the team's struggles, saying, "Joking around has to stop at some point."

Via Larry Brown Sports Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
FOOT IN MOUTH

Nike apologizes for name of sneaker

The insensitive, unofficial name of one of Nike's new SB Dunk Lows has caused the sneaker titan to come out and issue a mea culpa.

Via Sportress of Blogitude Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
AHOY MATEY

Carl Nicks signs deal with Bucs

Former Saints offensive lineman Carl Nicks is now the highest-paid guard in the NFL after signing a five-year, $47.5 million contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. 

Via Helmet2Helmet Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
LOCKED UP BY LIONS

Report: 'Megatron' signs 7-year deal

Detroit Lions insiders are reporting that the team will sign all-world wide receiver Calvin Johnson to a massive seven-year contract extension worth close to $130 million.

Via NFL News & Rumors Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
FOR NOW

Howard says he wants to stay put

Following the Magic's overtime victory over the Heat Tuesday, the center insisted to reporters that he doesn't want to be traded and wishes to remain in Orlando...at least for the balance of this season.

Via PRO HOOPS CENTRAL Verified_ybn
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
FENDER BENDER

Derrick Rose in minor car accident

The Bulls point guard was sore afterward but for the most part uninjured after being involved in a minor traffic accident Tuesday.

Via Rant Sports
March 14, 2012  |  Discuss
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