As the whole world seemingly sits in suspense, awaiting The Decision II from LeBron James, a few shrewd teams have been hard at work, trying to improve their rosters. One such team, once thought to be in the hunt for one of the marquee free agents, is the Dallas Mavericks. Another team, the Houston Rockets, still awaits a decision from LeBron, as what he chooses will greatly impact the decision that Miami Heat teammate Chris Bosh makes—whether to stay in South
LeBron James met in person with the Cleveland Cavaliers over the weekend. On Sunday night, the infamous Dan Gilbert rant from 2010 disappeared from the Cavs Web site. This morning, I reported that James’ inner circle — from his wife to his business manager to his best friends — are unanimous in their belief that James should return to the Cleveland Cavaliers as a free agent. Pat Riley and the Miami Heat will get another chance to sell James on their vision and
Paging Jim Gray, paging Jim Gray. Another decision is near, and we will bring out the capital ‘D’ if you agree to make the announcement on TV along with LeBron, who can recycle his purple checked shirt just for old time’s sake. The chances of James returning to the Miami Heat have diminished since free agency began, in large part because James wants to be paid a max salary — which leaves little wiggle room for Pat Riley to make the necessary
Could LeBron James and Dirk Nowitzki join forces in 2014-15? As Carmelo Anthony’s tour concludes Thursday with a meeting in Los Angeles with the Lakers completed and a meeting with the New York Knicks underway. Wednesday night, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban met with Anthony to make a pitch for his services. A day later, he and Dirk Nowitzki made a statement for the younger star free agents to take notice. They want a championship contending team. In addition
Tuesday brought forth the beginning of the NBA free agency period and, with it, the subsequent Carmelo Anthony World Tour. The tour began with a visit to Chicago to meet with Bulls staff and players. During his stop in the Windy City, he was greeted by coach Tom Thibodeau, who rode with him to the United Center, where they met general manager Gar Forman and executive vice president John Paxson along with Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen, Taj Gibson, Joakim Noah
Welcome to Day 2 of NBA Free Agency, when we will learn how the lack of state income taxes could have an impact on Carmelo Anthony’s future. A day after being feted by the Chicago Bulls, Anthony will visit the Dallas Mavericks and Houston Rockets today. If he signs with either team, he will not have to pay any state income taxes because Texas does not levy them. New York? Oh yeah.Not only is there a state income tax, but there is
The United States Men’s National Team fought valiantly in losing 2-1 in extra time in Tuesday’s 2014 World Cup match against Belgium in the round of 16. Goalkeeper Tim Howard was amazing, amassing 16 saves. Yet, his near superhuman effort wasn’t enough. Meanwhile, back in the states, NBA free agency is underway. The Cleveland Cavaliers made waves by announcing that they had secured the future of their point guard, Kyrie Irving, by reaching an agreement on a five-year, $90 million max-contract
DALLAS MAVERICKS 2015-16 Offseason Additions: G Wesley Matthews, F Jeremy Evans, C Zaza Pachulia, G Deron Williams, C Salah Mejri, C JaVale McGee 2015 Draft Picks: G Justin Anderson, C Satnam Singh Draft Picks Coming: 2016 second round (Memphis) Draft Picks Going: 2016 first round (to Boston, protected 1-7); 2016 second round (to Boston, greater of two); 2018 second round (to Milwaukee, 31-55) Cap Exceptions: None Trade Exceptions: None Over/Under: Over the cap, under the tax Amnesty Provision: Used on Brendan Haywood (2012) PLAYER 2015-16 2016-17 2017-18 2018-19 2019-20 Wesley Matthews $16,410,000 $17,150,000 $17,880,000 $18,620,000 Chandler Parsons $15,360,000 $16,020,000 Dirk Nowitzki $8,330,000 $8,690,000 Deron Williams $5,380,000 $5,620,000 Zaza Pachulia $5,200,000 J.J. Barea $4,290,000 $4,100,000 $3,900,000 $3,710,000 Devin Harris $4,050,000 $4,230,000 $4,400,000 Raymond Felton $3,950,000 C. Villanueva $1,500,000 Samuel Dalembert $1,500,000 Justin Anderson $1,450,000 $1.510,000 $1,580,000 $2,520,000 $3,630,000 JaVale McGee $1,270,000 $1,400,000 Jeremy Evans $1,100,000 $1,230,000 Dwight