Quote of the Day
"We're in a rushed league right now. I think everybody’s paying attention to the Chris Paul situation. I don’t know why everybody’s shocked. Commissioner Stern’s been pretty adamant about how he wants to do things and how he does things, and now everybody has a voice about it."-- Celtics F Kevin Garnett, on the shortened period between the end of the NBA lockout and the return of regular-season games on Dec. 25. (BOSTON GLOBE, 12/14)
Top Stories
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Pointing In The Right Direction
The MLS Dynamo have sold naming rights to BBVA Compass Bank for their new stadium in a deal valued at $20M over 10 years, according to a source tied to the negotiations. The international bank gets its name on the stadium plus branding opportunities inside the 22,000-seat facility.
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New Calling Plan
NBA, Sprint set to announce four-year sponsorship agreement.
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The Big Uneasy
Chris Paul weighs suit against NBA for interfering with trade.
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One Step Closer
Santa Clara approves 49ers stadium deal, but still needs NFL commitment on funding.
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Reading The Finer Points
MLB reveals details of new CBA, including prohibition on corporate logo tattoos.
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Not As Easy As It Seems
Virginia Tech so far seeing sluggish ticket sales for Sugar Bowl.
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Remember Who You Are
Celtics launch new ad campaign reinforcing what it means to be a fan of the franchise.
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Pony Tale
ESPN's Craig James expected to run for Texas U.S. Senate seat.
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Top Of The Pops
Steve Burke tops the list of SBJ's 50 Most Influential People in Sports Business.
