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Evan Turner's sizable earnings from a Chinese company's stock are all his to keep, a judge ruled.

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The NFL fined the Atlanta Falcons $250,000 and Falcons defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich $100,000.

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Retractable seats??? You'll have to go to Utah to find out how that's gonna work. My latest for @sportico.bsky.social on the planned changes to the Delta Center for the Utah Jazz & Utah Hockey Club. www.sportico.com/leagues/hock...

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The move could have a cascading effect in the sports betting industry.

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“There’s a lot less pressure,” Repole said in a phone interview. “I’m going in with an incredibly low expectation. I’m really feeling good right now, to be honest.”

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Take-Two Interactive is on a path toward full integration of wagering in NBA 2K, with casual gamers the target demographic. Is that a good thing?

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Former Celtics forward Evan Turner defeats David Falk in court as judge rules Turner doesn't have share proceeds from sale of stock in a Chinese shoe company from an endorsement deal Falk negotiated as Turner's agent in 2010. Turner made a fortune on the sale. I discuss for @sportico.bsky.social:

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Bob Baffert's return to Churchill Downs will be the talk of the Derby, but NBC vows not to overwhelm its broadcast with a surfeit of backstory.

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Kalshi, which offers "sports-based event contracts" that some regulators view as sports bets, defeats New Jersey in court. Earlier this month Kalshi defeated Nevada. Key: Congress preempted states from regulating event contracts, even ones that seem like sports bets. More on @sportico.bsky.social:

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The Bengals will contribute $120 million to renovations of Paycor Stadium.

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Executives at LIV Golf and the Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) are currently in serious discussions about awarding rankings points to members of the Saudi-backed tour, according to multiple people familiar with the talks.

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With its 2026 expansion on the horizon, the @pac12.bsky.social has not only re-upped with the CW but it's reuniting with a couple of old (TV) friends. More at @sportico.bsky.social. www.sportico.com/leagues/coll...

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The NCAA scores a legal win today as a federal judge in New York dismisses Mario Chalmers' antitrust lawsuit over lost NIL opportunities. Major problem for his case--and others like it: he played too long ago and the statute of limitations have expired. My @sportico.bsky.social legal article:

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This year's WNBA preseason is going to be better distributed than 2024's much-maligned fiasco.

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New Maryland men’s basketball coach Buzz Williams is set to make significantly more than his predecessor Kevin Willard—and face stiffer penalties if he leaves early.

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The Commanders say they're coming home. My story at @sportico.bsky.social on the team's plans to return to 'old D.C.' www.sportico.com/leagues/foot...

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Baseball America joins the NBA, NFL, 247 Sports, Bleacher Report and other sports companies to be sued over website use of Facebook cookies under a Ronald Reagan-era law, the Bork Bill, for video rental histories. An unusual trend but one that could end up at SCOTUS. My @sportico.bsky.social column:

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“As far as life goes right now, it’s just weed and horses,” Jayson Werth said in a video interview.

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Big win for Rutgers football as judge rules Jett Elad can play despite having exhausted his NCAA eligibility. Fascinating case in new frontier of antitrust lawsuits: experienced college players who want to keep playing for NIL dollars + to boost odds of being drafted. My @sportico.bsky.social take:

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U.S. Rep. Dave Min (D-Calif.) is warning law firms—including those with prominent sports law practices—that cutting deals with President Trump could be illegal.

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In a new world of professionalizing college sports, the former Colorado star could come to represent a very modern lesson in the benefits of staying in school.

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Ward’s rookie deal is worth $48.8 million, including a $32.2 million signing bonus. The sixth pick of the fifth round is worth $4.6 million, including a $446,553 signing bonus, according to Spotrac.

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Wrexham clinched a third straight promotion, which will drive its finances even higher under celebrity owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.

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Thinking today about this story my colleague Eric Jackson wrote for @sportico.bsky.social about Shedeur Sanders. We've never seen a quarterback prospect--or maybe any NFL prospect--as online as Sanders. How much does that actually matter in the league today? www.sportico.com/leagues/coll...

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Nine big law firms, each with sports law practices that have major clients (including leagues and teams), have cut deals with President Trump. Democrat lawmakers tell firms those deals are illegal and might constitute crimes. Will the sports clients find new firms? My @sportico.bsky.social column:

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The Knicks will receive a 28% reduction in their annual rights fee, as part of the deal between MSG Networks and its lenders on $804 million in debt that was originally due in October.

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Sky-high demand, relative scarcity and reach, have conspired to keep live sports at the very top of marketers’ must-have list.

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Latest edition of all my Tampa Bay Rays playing in a minor league ballpark and trying to overcome injuries this season. Up now @sportico.bsky.social

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Top pick Cam Ward is in line for a four-year, $48.4 million contract from the Tennessee Titans.

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“It’s a way for our neighborhood to get a slice of the pie,” local resident Travis Loftus said in a phone interview.

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BREAKING: The NCAA, which has kept sports betting at arms length, has agreed to sell its data to sportsbooks through Genius Sports. I'm told no extra rights fee, they'll continue existing revenue sharing. More at @sportico.bsky.social 👇 www.sportico.com/business/spo...

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Last year Joel Pena sued the Heat, the NBA and Nike for infringement, claiming they’ve run afoul of trademark law by selling apparel bearing the “culture” mark.

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The CFTC, led by acting chair Caroline Pham, has told people planning to attend next week's event that it is no longer happening.

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A very interesting lawsuit brought by ex-agents of Malik Beasley, who signed two contracts with agency: one regarding employment contracts with NBA teams and the other for endorsement deals. He allegedly owes $1 million in a liquidated damages provision. I write about it for @sportico.bsky.social:

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Still have not gotten an update with further specifics on timing, etc. Full details were supposed to be released publicly this week.

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It’s not just the NFL’s 32 GMs who have big decisions to make in Green Bay this week.

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Sam Bradford benefitted greatly from the NFL's former rookie contract structure. His $50 million guaranteed in 2010 equates to about $73 million when adjusted for inflation 🤯

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Ernest Lorch oversaw the rise of the New York City youth basketball scene. The Riverside Church claims it didn't see any signs of his alleged sexual abuse.

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“There’s going to be some goosebumps when they light that stage up and the draft is open."

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NBA players past and present dominate the list of all-time sports earnings leaders 💰

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The in-market streamer for the Boston Red Sox will be run by a different company starting this summer.

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Michael Jordan earned an estimated $300 million in 2024, with Nike responsible for most of his earnings. It pushed his career earnings to $3 billion since he turned pro in 1984, or $4.15 billion when adjusted for inflation.

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Wow. Judge Claudia Wilken just threw a curveball in NCAA House settlement. Wilken stands up for players who'd be cut via roster caps. Everyone assuming settlement will be approved & in place for next year should rethink things--fast. My @sportico.bsky.social column: www.sportico.com/law/analysis...

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What comes next after U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken put the settlement in peril with an order on Wednesday? @mccannsportslaw.bsky.social examines 🧐

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The House settlement cannot stand—at least not without some refurbishments.

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For my New England homies, especially you Red Sox and Bruins fans, my latest at @sportico.bsky.social is for you. www.sportico.com/business/med...

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The state of South Dakota has agreed to settle its lawsuit against the NCAA.

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Adidas revenue for the three months ending March 31 was up 13% with gains in all markets and channels. Profits soared 82%.

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