The King Will Come Forth and Speak to the People

According to reports, Lebron James--yes, the King--will make his announcement of which team he has chosen on Thursday, July 8th at 9:00 PM on ESPN.

Get your popcorn ready...I wouldn't splurge on champagne, New York. Maybe save that money for something more worthwhile.

The Prokhorov Files: Mikhail Prokhorov's Plan

Chris Broussard from ESPN posted a very interesting article presenting some notes from a Nets' board meeting after their free agent tour. The article notes many of Mikhail Prokhorov's beliefs, visions and reactions to the present and future of the New Jersey Nets.

Personally, I think Prokhorov leaked these notes to the press himself to continue to lure free agents with his gusto and global dreams.

It's an interesting read, though, whether you are a Nets fan or not.

Spoiler: Prokhorov thinks the Nets will get LeBron.

Knicks Cap Post Amar'e

Here is a breakdown of the Knicks' current salary cap situation by ESPN's resident capologist and charming man, Tom Penn. Take it away, Tom...

Welcome to New York, Amar'e!

It's finally official: the Knicks and Amar'e Stoudemire have agreed in principle on 5 year, $99.7 million deal (a Max deal) to bring the star power forward to the World's Most Famous Arena.

There are a lot of various opinions on this signing (including mine), but at least all Knicks' fans can finally exhale, as we now know the Knicks will not completely strike out on all the top free agents.

It will be interesting to see who the Knicks, and now Amar'e, can get to build around him. Already, the Nuggets have nixed the notion of Carmelo Anthony being traded this year.

Tony Parker and Chris Paul might be possibilities, but the ever-growing reality of the situation is pointing more towards Luke Ridnour to help implement the pick-and-roll game that Stoudemire thrives in. (Yes, I can hear the groans already.)

Before you groan, though, Knicks' fans, be happy and thankful your franchise has once again at least found a direction and a realistic chance to be at least partial players in the playoffs.

We need it. Be happy. Exhale.

Kobayashi Arrested at Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest; Chestnut Wins

Takeru Kobayashi, hot dog eating extraordinaire, was arrested July 4th at the Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest on Coney Island. 

Apparently, Kobayashi was in the crowd wearing a "Free Kobi" shirt along with his support group when he tried to come up on the stage and enter the contest without permission. The NYPD gladly arrested him and carted off the Asian hot-dog eating man to the slammer. He was released the following day on bail and is due back in court on August 5th.

Meanwhile, Joey "Jaws" Chestnut, Kobayashi's rival and three-time defending champion, won his fourth straight "Mustard Belt" (I'm not making this stuff up) by gorging himself with 54 hot dogs and buns. 

Below is a video of Kobayashi getting arrested. I have to say I'm surprised how feminine he looks:

David Wright Overtakes Polanco for Starting 3rd Base at All-Star Game

The 2010 MLB All-Stars have been announced.

After weeks of trailing a player who has had less RBIs all season than he has had in just the month of June, Mets' Third Baseman David Wright has overtaken Placido Polanco in the final vote tally for the starting spot at the 2010 All Star Game. 


He joins Jose Reyes as the only other Mets' all star.

So way to go New York Mets' fans. You outdid Philly and restored some order and sanity to this world...and All Star Game.

Three-Way-Trade for Knicks?

Am I Nostradamus and just don't know it?

Minutes after posting that the Knicks might want to consider using the Minnesota Timberwolves in a 3-way trade involving David Lee and Al Jefferson in order to land Tony Parker, as Stoudemire promised he could make happen (as a Knick), ESPN Insider has posted a rumor of a three-way trade the Knicks are considering:

Minnesota Timberwolves receive David Lee in sign-and-trade

Golden State Warriors receive Al Jefferson

New York Knicks receive Monta Ellis

Ummm...how do I say this without sounding desperate? Oh, screw it.

DONNIE WALSH: DO NOT TRADE FOR MONTA ELLIS. HE HAS A BLOATED CONTRACT, DOES NOT PASS THE BALL, AND IS ALLEN IVERSON-LITE AND ALLEN IVERSON NEVER WON A TITLE. HE WAS A CANCER ON HIS TEAM LAST YEAR AND GOT SUSPENDED FOR GETTING INJURED IN THE OFF-SEASON AND THEN LYING ABOUT IT.

Okay, whew, I'm done.

To be honest, I don't think the Knicks are seriously considering this deal, especially at this time. It appears to be one of those flash rumors ESPN likes to post just to keep people interested on a slow day.