NBA Free Agents 2010: Three “Sleeper” Teams Who Could Get Each Big Name
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Jon Star in NBA
We feel like we've got a hold on the teams that will pursue the biggest money free agents once the NBA's free-agency period kicks off in a matter of days. LeBron James to the Bulls. Chris Bosh to the Bulls (or Heat or Knicks). Joe Johnson to the Knicks and so on down the line.
But the Knicks, Bulls, and Nets aren't the only teams with cash to burn ...
Takin’ a T/O With BT: Boston is Where Marc Savard Belongs
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Bryan Thiel in NHL
Now that Tyler Seguin is officially a Boston Bruin, that's it. Someone has to be shipped out of Boston, because there are just two many centres and not enough ice time to go around. There must be another trade coming. It must be for Marc Savard. It had to be to the Toronto Maple Leafs.
After all, if one million people believe it, it must be true right?
Until July 1, Savard ...
LeBron James: 5-1 Odds to be A Chicago Bull, Online Sporting Book Says
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Tyler Stimson in NBA
The Chicago Bulls are overwhelming favorites to land LeBron James and Chris Bosh - at least according to this major online sports book.*
LeBron James Free Agency Odds
Bulls -500
Cavaliers +350
Heat +350
Nets +400
Knicks +400
Clippers +1000
As someone raised in Las Vegas—I'd go with those odds over anything. Anyone who wants to bet on Chicago for LeBron or Bosh has to bet $500 ...
Ranking Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin Among All-Time Penguins Players
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Alison Myers in NHL
Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are two of the players that have helped shape the Pittsburgh Penguins into one of the most dynamic franchises in the NHL today.
They follow in the footsteps of other players before them such as Mario Lemieux, Jaromir Jagr, and Ron Francis who were part of some of the greatest years in Penguins history.
Where do Crosby and Malkin stand among some of the legendary players ...
In Israel Idonije's five seasons with the Chicago Bears, his impact on the field has been small. But off the field, the defensive lineman's influence is bigger than any tackle he could make on 4th and goal.
"Izzy" returned to his birth-land in Nigeria for the third straight summer this NFL offseason. While some of his teammates may enjoy luxurious excursions, Idonije puts himself in places to change lives. Typically, those places ...
2010 NBA Draft: Top Seven Draft-Day Trades of Past 25 Years
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Denton Ramsey in NBA
With the 2010 NBA Draft just barely in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to quickly take a glance at some of the biggest trades ever made on draft day.
For a matter of time-reference, let’s look at the past 25 years of NBA draft nights and some of the main moves made on that day.
Teams began looking towards their future during the 2010 NBA Draft. It began when the Washington Wizards ...
What Type of Defense Would Work Best For Cincinnati Bengals?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Kyle Strittholt in NFL
Prior to last season I made the statement that the Bengals should switch to a 3-4 base defense. My argument was that they had more depth and talent at linebacker so it would be more affective in the pass rush.
In years past, the Bengals pass rush has been nonexistent, which was partially the reason they have never been a dominating team.
They were inconsistent, and their strong point used to be ...
Buffalo Bills Impact Player in 2010: C.J. Spiller or Marshawn Lynch?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Dan Van Wie in NFL
While some NFL teams tend to rely on one running back—the Titans' Chris Johnson and the Rams' Steven Jackson come to mind—the Buffalo Bills appear to be set on going with a hybrid three-back attack for the upcoming season.
The Bills' defense was on the field for more than four minutes a game on average compared to the opposition defense last season. That's not exactly a winning formula. In addition, the ...
The Great Fantasy Football Debate: Chris Johnson or Adrian Peterson?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Jordan Heck in NFL
Every year it's the same question: Which player would you take number one overall in fantasy football?
In 2008 it was Adrian Peterson or LaDainian Tomlinson. Last year it was Adrian Peterson or Michael Turner. This year it's Chris Johnson or Adrian Peterson.
Chris Johnson had a great rookie campaign in 2008 as a split-back with LenDale White. Johnson had 1,228- rushing- yards along with 9 touchdowns. While ...
NBA insider Stephen A. Smith sent out a tweet this morning that made sure everyone in Miami would hear it, despite how late they stayed out on South Beach.
"I just reported on my show that LeBron James is heading to S. Beach -- with Chris Bosh -- to team with Dwayne Wade and Pat Riley."
That exact quote came from Stephen A. Smith's twitter account.
Smith would also go on to say during ...