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NBA: Paul George gets "PAID"

Paul George gets max contract. Photo credit NBA
by J.T.

Paul George gets "PAID". The Indiana Pacers are extending their star forward at the tune of 5 years 90 million dollars.  George's rise to stardom has led to him getting cashed out. He helped push the Heat to a game 7 in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Will George build off of a year that he averaged 17.4 ppg, 7.4 rpg, 4.1 apg and 1.8 spg? PG can ya boy get a loan? Will this contract hamper his game? No matter what happens he should be set for life. Do your thing PG keep ballin' 

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-JT 



NFL: Dallas Cowboys Offseason- Tom Condon Wins

by Chad Jones

Photo credit CBS

Entering the offseason $ 25 Million over the salary cap, contract restructuring was critical. Transitioning to a 4-3 Under Defense, comprehensively addressing the cap dilemma was the preeminent concern. 

Taking a broad overview, the major cap figures consisted of predominantly guaranteed money. Cuts wouldn't open cap room, but rather would result in predominantly Dead Money. 

NFL: Victor Cruz - Anatomy of a Negotiation




Victor Cruz making the most of opportunities. Photo credit NFL 
Victor Cruz was like many undrafted players, an unknown commodity with huge ambitions. The Patterson, New Jersey product initially signed with Abu Toppin of Reliance Sports Management (RSM). As an Undrafted Free Agent (UDFA) with the hometown club, Cruz burst onto the scene in his first preseason, but was relegated to Injured Reserve.


After a breakout 82 catch  2011 campaign, Cruz hired Malik Shareef for representation, and heralded marketing firm IMG Worldwide for off the field opportunities. Cruz delivered another strong 2012 season, becoming Eli Manning's goto wideout. Earning $ 540,000 in base salary, Cruz's production exceeded his compensation significantly.

Deadline comes and goes; No deal for Pujols with Cardinals

The established deadline of noon did not help the situation for anyone. Looks like Albert will be a free agent at years end if he keeps his word...