Chris Bosh, Tiger Woods, Dallas Mavericks and Saturday's Late Sports News
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Chris Bosh, Tiger Woods, Dallas Mavericks and Saturday's Late Sports News
When it comes to breaking sports news, this Saturday has had plenty of it!
The Orlando Magic, Phoenix Suns and Washington Wizards have all been busy trading players today as Rashard Lewis and Gilbert Arenas (along with other players) have new teams to call home.
Chris Bosh, LeBron James and the rest of the Miami Heat continue to make headlines after providing the New York Knicks with a beat-down last night, and this isn't the last we've heard from the "Big Three" from South Beach.
Tiger Woods' story of infidelity, humility and redemption has been named the "Sports Story of the Year" by the Associated Press, and we have all the details about Woods' most recent endeavors.
So if you're looking for all the newest sports news, look no further!
Read on for the latest...
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Michael Vick: How Far Will Vick's Eagles Make it in the NFL Playoffs?
Last night, the Philadelphia Eagles hosted the Minnesota Vikings in the first edition of "Tuesday Night Football" in over 60 years.
At first glance, the Eagles were an easy favorite to win this game:
The Vikings were starting their third-string rookie (who was not even drafted to play quarterback) under center, and the Eagles had the NFC Pro Bowl starting quarterback Michael Vick at the helm of their offense.
The Eagles were coming off a big win over the New York Giants, and the extra rest should have given them the edge during this showdown.
But Vikings rookie Joe Webb showed Philadelphia that Michael Vick wasn't the only duel-threat quarterback in the NFL.
And the Vikings pulled off the upset.
The Eagles are still guaranteed a spot in the postseason, but just how far will they make it?
Check out NFL Playoff Scenarios: 10 Most Exciting Matchups We'd Love to See to find out!
Alex Rodriguez: Will Cameron Be the One to Make Rodriguez Put a Ring on it?
Alex Rodriguez was recently spotted with his now girlfriend Cameron Diaz on vacation in Cabo San Lucas for the holidays, and this couple seems to be pretty happy.
Could it be that this notorious Yankees playboy has actually found a woman who makes him want to settle down?
Rodriguez is known for dating all kinds of beautiful, famous women, and he has been linked to everyone from Kate Hudson to even Madonna!
But Cameron is no stranger to the sexy singles scene. She has dated her share of celebrity men. Cameron has been linked to Jared Leto and Matt Dillon, and she even got her "cougar" on with former boy band singer Justin Timberlake.
So is Cameron hot enough to get A-Rod to commit?
Related Story: Alex Rodriguez: Is Cameron Diaz The Hottest WAG He's Ever Dated?
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Tiger Woods: Did Gillette Make the Right Move By Cutting Ties with Tiger?
Ever since news of Tiger Woods' sex scandal broke, many speculated that this once "wholesome" golf icon would lose millions of dollars in endorsement deals.
Well, today USA Today reported that this is exactly what was happening. Gillette (one of Woods' largest endorsers) has made the decision not to renew its contract with Woods.
Gillette has also cut ties with Thierry Henry, Kaka, Rafa Marquez and Lionel Messi, and the company chose to keep its connections with Derek Jeter, Roger Federer and Alex Ovechkin.
Now, Tiger Woods may not have been the most impressive sports figure (personally or professionally) this year, but did Gillette make the right decision?
Yes, Woods made mistakes, but could this living legend still repair his image and create sponsorship relationships with other companies?
Related Article: Tiger Woods: Grading His Attempts to Win His Fans Over...Again
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Tiger Woods: What Did Woods Say About Brett Favre on Twitter?
Both Tiger Woods and Brett Favre are athletes who had a pretty tough year in 2010.
Woods went through divorce and humiliation while Favre experienced his own share of drama with a sex scandal involving former New York Jets employee Jenn Sterger.
Yes, both of these men are iconic athletes who fell into some less-than-respectable situations.
And it seems like they both share a sort of mutual respect and understanding.
Tiger Woods even tweeted about his fellow sports symbol's accomplishments last week as Brett Favre ended his streak as a starting NFL quarterback.
@TigerWoods: Such a privilege to have seen one of the greatest accomplishments in sports history. Hats off to Brett.
These two legends share a bond that only a select few could understand.
Related Story: Elin Nordegren vs. Tiger Woods: Who's Rebounded Quicker?
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Tiger Woods: Could the Woods Saga Turn Into a Book Deal?
Tiger Woods has gone through quite a bit this past year, and his story of infidelity, public humiliation and finally redemption has been named "Sports Story of the Year" by the Associated Press.
We simply could not get enough of the drama surrounding Tiger and his ex-wife Elin Nordegren.
Woman after woman came out of the woodwork claiming to have slept with the golf icon, and now Woods' brother Earl Jr. is claiming to have been cut off by Tiger.
But isn't it about time that Tiger Woods told his side of the story?
Woods' book How I Play Golf was already a best seller. Just imagine how a book about all of his past mistakes would fair amongst readers!
Related Story: Elin Nordegren vs. Tiger Woods: Who's Rebounded Quicker?
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Zack Greinke to Brewers: Is This Trade Fact or Fiction?
(Note: This report is strictly a rumor. This story has yet to be confirmed by the parties involved.)
Rumor has it that the Kansas City Royals have reached an agreement with the Milwaukee Brewers which will send pitcher Zack Greinke, shortstop Yuniesky Betancourt and about $2 million up to Milwaukee in exchange for shortstop Alcides Escobar, center fielder Lorenzo Cain, and right-hander Jeremy Jeffress.
Reports have stated that the Brewers were told that they had no chance of signing Greinke, but as the pitcher made it clear that he did not want to stay in Kansas City, the Brewers got their shot.
Related Story: MLB Free Agency: Ranking 10 Best Players Left On the Market
Candice Crawford: See Candice's Reaction to Tony Romo's Proposal
Former Miss Missouri Candice Crawford was sure in for a birthday surprise this weekend as her boyfriend and Dallas Cowboys quarterback Tony Romo popped the question during a celebration for close family and friends.
Even though none of us got an invite to the private event, TMZ was able to snap this photo of the beauty queen and reporter's reaction as Tony got down on one knee.
Tony Romo is now the second one of Jessica Simpson's ex-boyfriends to pop the question.
Coincidence?
Well, in the sports world, we don't call it a streak unless it happens at least three times, so if John Mayer suddenly gets engaged, we can start calling Jess the "Boyfriend Whisperer."
Related Story: Candice Crawford and Tony Romo: Is She The Hottest Woman He's Ever Dated?
WWE Tribute to the Troops: Surprise Celebrity Appearances on WWE Tribute Event!
During the 2010 edition of the self-proclaimed "Most Patriotic Show of the Year," plenty of the country's biggest stars stopped by to pay tribute to our troops.
So which famous faces were present for the event?
Well, country music sensation Trace Adkins, comedian Cedric the Entertainer and Modern Family's Ariel Winter just to name a few.
Also attending will be The View's Sherri Shepherd and Miss USA Rima Fakih.
Not enough star power for you?
Did we mention that Hip Hop icon Sean "Diddy" Combs’ new group Diddy-Dirty Money also made an appearance to perform their new single Coming Home.
Related Story: Bleacher Report's TLC Predictions.
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Rashard Lewis: Did the Washington Wizards Make the Right Move with Arenas Trade?
Today, the Washington Wizards were involved in the day's "trade extravaganza," and they ended up trading eccentric point guard Gilbert Arenas to the Orlando Magic for Rashard Lewis.
The Wizards have been trying to phase Arenas out of their lineup since last season's suspension and the subsequent drafting of rookie point guard John Wall, and Arenas knew the end was near.
With explosive talent at point with Wall, it became very clear which player would become the star of this franchise, and it was definitely not Arenas.
So did the Wizards make the right decision?
Or will Arenas suddenly have a stellar season and make them regret the trade?
Read NBA Trades: Winners and Losers of Wizards, Suns and Magic Deals to find out!
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Orlando Magic Trade: Did the Magic Strike Gold with Gilbert Arenas?
Today, the Orlando Magic made some big moves as they first traded Vince Carter, Marcin Gortat, Mickael Pietrus, a 2011 first-round pick and cash considerations to the Phoenix Suns for Hedo Turkoglu, Jason Richardson and Earl Clark.
Then, the Magic went ahead and traded away Rashard Lewis (and his hefty contract) to the Washington Wizards in exchange for troubled point guard Gilbert Arenas.
Arenas hasn't exactly been happy playing second fiddle to John Wall in Washington, so he might fit in just fine down in Orlando.
As for the Phoenix Suns, they will get a seasoned veteran in Vince Carter, and he could capitalize on Steve Nash's talents and find his second wind.
So which team got the best deal?
Read Gilbert Arenas vs. Vince Carter: Which Troubled Star Helps New Team More? to find out!
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Tiger Woods: What's Next for Woods' Career and Family Life?
This past year has been more than interesting for golf icon Tiger Woods as he went from one of the world's most beloved sports figures to having his reputation shattered as his dirty laundry was aired for everyone to see.
He went through a painful divorce and struggled on the golf course, and now rumor has it that he has been having trouble connecting with other members of his family.
According to VIBE, Tiger's brother Earl Jr. is publicly claiming that he has not seen or heard from Tiger since 2006 and that his brother has cut him off.
Earl Jr. reportedly was frustrated with Tiger's distant behavior (he said that Woods simply got caught up in all the fame and fortune), but he still wants to reconnect with his brother.
So will Tiger reunite with his family for the holidays?
We will keep you posted with more.
Related Story: Elin Nordegren Vs. Tiger Woods: Who's Rebounded Quicker?
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Tiger Woods: What Woods' Brother is Saying About Sex Scandal
Tiger Woods' story of infidelity, career struggles and ultimate humility made headlines all around the world for most of 2010, and this saga has been named "Sports Story of the Year" by the Associated Press.
Sure, this was a great story, but how does Tiger's family feel about the matter?
Ex-wife Elin Nordegren spoke out this summer in an interview with People Magazine, but she isn't the only one with something to say about Tiger's indiscretions.
According to Radar Online, Tiger Woods hasn't had a very close relationship with his half brother Earl Jr. for quite some time, and this estrangement could be due to comments that Earl Jr. made in an interview with CNN.
"I have no grudge against him. I'm disappointed. I'm a little angry," he says. "But, if he chooses to contact and to be in contact, we would love that. You know, we have unconditional love for him, whether he contacts us or not."
Related Story: Elin Nordegren Vs. Tiger Woods: Who's Rebounded Quicker?
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Tiger Woods: Does Woods' Brother Have a Different Perspective on Golf Icon?
Radar Online is reporting that Tiger Woods' family issues don't end with his infidelity and divorce from Elin Nordegren.
According to the gossip site, Woods' older half brother Earl Jr. is speaking out about his rocky relationship with his younger sibling. He says the last time he saw Tiger was during their late father's funeral.
"He was gracious enough to allow us to join him on the jet to take my dad to Kansas,” Earl Woods Jr, 55, said in an exclusive interview with CNN
Earl Jr. is hoping to patch things up with his brother, saying that even though he was disappointed by Tiger's actions, he still wants to be a part of his life.
Now that Tiger's ex-wife Elin has moved on, perhaps he too can find some peace and reconnect with his brother.
Related Story: Elin Nordegren Vs. Tiger Woods: Who's Rebounded Quicker?
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Chris Bosh: Is Bosh Taking a Backseat to LeBron James and Dwyane Wade?
When the "Big Three" from South Beach was created, Chris Bosh, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade all seemed so happy, but how does the former Toronto Raptor feel about his team now?
After conspiring to form a team packed with star power, Chris Bosh is no longer "the man."
In fact, he seems to be taking a backseat to James and Wade.
All we ever hear is "LeBron James this" and "Dwyane Wade that."
For instance, Bosh scored 26 points in last night's game against the New York Knicks, but all anyone can talk about is LeBron James' performance.
Now, Bosh could be completely fine with playing second (or third) fiddle, but it does make you think...
Related Story: Gilbert Arenas vs. Vince Carter: Which Troubled Star Helps New Team More?
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Chris Bosh: When Does the Winning Streak End for Bosh and the Miami Heat?
Chris Bosh and the rest of the "Big Three" on the Miami Heat have been having one heck of a winning streak ever since they defeated the Washington Wizards 105-94 at the end of November.
Even though the Cleveland Cavaliers were expected to put up a huge fight against their former hero LeBron James, the Heat beat up on the struggling Cavs squad in both of these teams' two meetings.
The Heat have won 11 games in a row, and they seem to have found the chemistry that they needed earlier this season.
So where does this streak end?
Ironically, it could end right where it began: Against the Washington Wizards.
The Wizards are up 43-37 in the second quarter, and the Heat just might add their first December loss tonight.
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