Lakers Interested in Acquiring Rondo This Summer

Could Rondo be in LA next year? Photo Credit: Daniel Shirey/USA Today Sports

Though free agency is a long way off from now and is not on anyone's mind as of right now, their is potential for a move this coming summer that could help a franchise get back on its feet.

By: Michael Hanley

NBA: Miller Signing Helps Shooting Deprived Grizzlies

Mike Miller returns. Photo credit NBA 

by J.T. 

Mike Miller fresh off of being amnestied by the Miami Heat, he has returned to familiar pastures as he has comeback to the Memphis Grizzlies for his 2nd run.

MLB: Chicago White Sox Fire Sale

by Chad Jones

Kenny Williams of the Chicago White Sox.

Rick Hahn & Kenny Williams were extended this offseason, inheriting a roster with overpaid Free Agents, virtually no farm system & failed draft selections. The White Sox are one of the loan Front Offices that continues to besmirch advanced statistics. Basically, Money Ball represented a new way of thinking, an analytic process that has further evolved, and engulfed 28 other Front Offices. Building an MLB Roster now requires statistical reverence, albeit it's applied to varying degrees across baseball. But not for the Chicago White Sox, who are traditionalists in the truest sense. 

NBA: World Peace gets his wish as he signs with the hometown Knicks

by J.T.

The New York Knicks signed Twitter's favorite tweeter Metta World Peace to a 2 year deal worth 3.2 million dollars. World Peace has a player option for the 2nd year of the deal. This is a solid signing for the Knicks because it isn't much financial strain for a team with a big payroll.

NFL: 2014 Franchise Tag Candidates

Matt Ryan, franchise tag?

by Chad Jones


With the drama of Franchise Tags nearing the July 15th Deadline, we take a look ahead to next offseasons potential Franchise Tagged Players.

NFL Agents loathe the Franchise Tag, a Tender teams reserve the right to utilize on their own Free Agents. The tender can be applied 2 times on one player, and has been utilized in consecutive years recently (Redskins Fred Davis & Cowboys Anthony Spencer). While it pays among the upper echelon at their position, it makes garnering a longterm commitment outside the realm of possibility with another club. It creates drama, as the two sides must broker an extension prior to a set July 15th Deadline. Holdouts have occurred, because the NFL is a Business. It hurts the longterm finances of players & is thus vehemently detested. Let's take a look at 2014 Franchise Tag Possibilities. 

NBA: The Importance Of Monta Ellis For The Dallas Mavericks

by Rodney Fisher

Monta Ellis and the Dallas Mavericks have agreed on a three year deal worth a minimum of $25 million and potential $30 million after incentives. The Mavericks needed an upgrade a guard and another scorer to complement Dirk Nowitzki, but Monta Ellis represents a bigger need for the franchise.

NBA: Chris Kaman and Randy Foye Find New Teams

Chris Kaman headed back to L.A.

by Rodney Fisher

As the NBA free agency period enters it's second week, teams begin the tedious process of filling out rosters with remaining talent.

Chris Kaman, former Dallas Mavericks experiement, agrees to a one year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers for the mid-level exception right under $3.2 million. Kaman is no stranger to LA after spending his first eight seasons in the league with the Los Angeles Clippers.

Andre Iguodala's move to the Golden State Warriors has been finalized with a sign-and-trade involving the Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz along with the Warriors. The Nuggets get Randy Foye from the Jazz and the Warriors get to ship $24 million in salary (Richard Jefferson, Andris Bierdins, Brandon Rush, and future draft  picks) to the Jazz.

NBA: Chris Paul Will Stay With The Clippers

by Rodney Fisher

Chris Paul has verbally committed to the Los Angeles Clippers that he will sign a 5-year contract extension worth $107 million. The franchises plan to keep Paul was set in motion with the firing of Vinny Del Negro and hiring of ex-Boston Celtics head coach Doc Rivers.

NBA: Dallas Mavericks Draft Message "Stay Tuned"

by Rodney Fisher

Rick Carlisle talks 2013 NBA Draft. Photo credit Rodney Fisher

“We knew it was going to be an unpredictable night”, says Rick Carlisle in regards to the 2013 NBA Draft.

The Dallas Mavericks approached their first lottery pick in years in typical fashion. Trade down and keep cap room. Draft moves again signify the franchise’s goal to stick to their plan they started after winning their first NBA title, get a big free agent. With rumors of Dwight Howard not staying in LA and the weak draft prospects, the Mavs worked the phones.

NFL: Tebow Right Fit In New England

by Rodney Fisher

Tim Tebow will be joining the New England Patriots this upcoming NFL season as the third string quarterback on the roster. This move as been rumored since Tebow was released from the New York Jets, but with the official announcement today, this seems like the right fit for both.

NBA: The Milwaukee Bucks offer to extend Monta Ellis, could this mean Brandon Jennings is out?

Monta Ellis has a player option for the 13-14 season worth 11.8 million. A lot of people believe that Ellis could possibly opt out and test the free agent waters. After learning the Bucks offered Ellis a 3 year 36 million dollar extension pending on if he opts in this summer it could make his decision a lot harder. Will he leave the money on the table and test the water or will he take the for sure thing and the extension?

NFL: Flacco's Agent Joe Linta Calls Ravens 'Dumb', I call them Brilliant

by Chad Jones

Joe Flacco. Photo credit NFL 

Consensus remains the lucrative deal Joe Flacco signed (6 Years 120.6 Million w/ 39 M Guaranteed) forced the Ravens to let key veterans depart in Free Agency. In reality, the Flacco deal was it's own entity, and the other moves were the best way to build another Super Bowl Winner.

NFL: The Shrinking Middle Class

by Chad Jones

Kam Chancellor, part of a shrinking NFL Middle Class. Photo credit NFL

Agents, Executives & Veterans are quietly discussing the shrinking middle class in the NFL. Elite players still land lucrative deals, but $ 3-4 million per year players are endangered species. 

Accumulating Talent comes from two markets- The Draft (Wholesale) & Free Agency (Retail).

General Managers have stopped looking at what position money is spent, focusing on accumulating elite players. The draft is used to supplement, where under the rookie wage scale, talent is landed on 4 year affordable contracts. At the drafts conclusion, GMs assert each selection was the highest ranked player on their board. In reality, managing a salary cap requires a deviation from this approach, albeit marginally. 

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.

Sports Debate Podcast: Chris Paul vs Dwight Howard, Who Would You Rather Have?

Which would you rather have, Dwight Howard or Chris Paul?

Just in case you missed our heated Sports Debate this week, here is the podcast. We debate Chris Paul vs Dwight Howard and what four sports figures would be on the Mt. Rushmore for the Dallas Cowboys...

Dwight Howard: Now What?

Howard now enters free agency. Photo credit latimes.com

Courtesy of TheSmokingCuban.com
Written by Rodney Fisher

The Los Angeles Lakers were swept last night, 4-0 in the first round by the San Antonio Spurs. Dwight Howard was ejected during the game early in the 3rd quarter leaving #LakerNation mummified in disbelief. Now that the tumultuous season is over, the real drama can began.

Day 1 of NFL Free Agency Recap

Free agency has officially started in the NFL. What are looking for your team to do?

Inside the Percy Harvin and Anquan Boldin trades tonight at 8pm CST / 9pm EST

Don't miss Football Extra Points with Scott King tonight as he give you details surrounding the Harvin and Boldin trades. Which team came out better? Which player will benefit more?

CLICK HERE TO LISTEN LIVE

Suite Sports: Which Free Agent Will Sink Your Favorite Team?

Suite Sports: Which Free Agent Will Sink Your Favorite Team?: Receiver Mike Wallace is certainly talented, but he has the tell-tale signs of a free agent headache. By Joe Parello Free agency is ...

Video: Mavs introduce Elton Brand

RFSN takes you inside the Mavs press conference to speak with Elton Brand about joining the Mavericks and his thoughts about other free agency moves in the NBA