Derek Jeter joined the exclusive 3000 hit club today, the only Yankee to ever do so. Jeter recorded his 3000th hit in spectacular fashion, by homering to left field at exactly 2pm(matching his jersey number). Jeter went 5-5 on his magical day, truly one of his best days as a professional. Congratulations Derek Jeter, one… Read More Mr. 3000!
Toronto Raptors guard Sonny Weems has followed in Deron Williams’ footsteps and will play oversees next season. Weems agreed to a deal with Lithuanian team Zalgiris Kaunas. Unlike Williams, Weems’ 1-year deal does not have an opt out option, so Weems will spend the entire season in Lithuania. Weems did not want to risk staying… Read More Sonny in Lithuania
After battling yet another foot injury, Houston Rockets Center Yao Ming has decided to retire from the NBA. Yao spent 9 seasons in the NBA and was a 8-time All-Star. During his All-Star years Yao was arguably the best Center in the game and averaged 19 points and 9.2 rebounds a game. Not only was… Read More Sun Sets on Yao’s Career
Tennessee Titans QB Kerry Collins has retired from the NFL after 16 seasons. Collins who played for 5 teams throughout his career, is 11th all-time with 40,441 NFL passing yards.
New England Patriots running back Danny Woodhead has inked a 2-year endorsement deal with Skechers. Woodhead will endorse Skechers Fitness Footwear Collection.
This summer has been a huge summer for Nike Air Max’s. Nike has released a wide variety of Air Max’s. Everyone knows of the popular Air Max’s like 97’s, 95’s, 90’s and even newer models such as the 24-7, 2010 and 2011. Styles that don’t get much attention but sell very well are the casual… Read More In the Stores: Nike Air Max Renegade- Cool Grey/Wht/Orion
Two new colorways of the Nike Air Max LTD have hit Nike retailers. One colorway is a simple Wht/Blk combo while the other is a classic black on black colorway. Check out the photos of both variations. Retail: $100
A very nice colorway of the Nike Air Max Captivate are popping up in stores. The Wht/Blk/Solar-Red/Sil colorway looks really clean on this shoe. The glittery solar red swoosh makes the shoe pop. Check out the photos below and let me know if you enjoy this shoe as much as I do. Retail: $92
Looking for a simple, casual, but yet cool shoe? Then the Nike MS78 is for you. This classic shoe has been returning to retailers this summer. Check out the photos after the jump of one colorway that recently hit the shelves. Retail: $75
A new Team Jordan silhouette has quietly hit footwear walls at Jordan retailers. The Jordan Iso low is one of the few Jordan performance basketball shoes that are a low cut. Check out some close up pics of this recent arrival. Retail: $105
New Jersey Nets All-Star point guard Deron Williams has agreed to play in Turkey during the NBA lockout. Williams agreed to a 1-year $5 million deal with Beskitas of Turkey. The deal is said to have an automatic out clause, so that Williams can rejoin the Nets whenever the lockout ends. Beskitas is the same… Read More Deron Williams to Play in Turkey
Images of the LeBron 9 have finally surfaced. The traditional Blk/Red/Wht colorway will be the first release. The LeBron 9 takes cues from the 2011 Nike Zoom hyperfuse and the LeBron 8 PS. It also includes the LBJ signature, lion emblem, and low heel collar. Check out the pics below courtesy of Kicks-Lab.
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