LeBron, LeBron, LeBron. With the 2013-14 NBA season in its infancy, it seems as though the biggest topic of conversation is whether LeBron James is going to opt out of his contract with the Miami Heat two years prior to its expiration and sign a new mega deal.  As pundits weigh in and teams’ salary cap experts scramble to figure out how they might be … Continue reading The NBA Rule That May Make Dwyane Wade’s Free Agency More Interesting Than LeBron’s

By:  Todd Burach, Ruling Sports Contributor (Twitter:  @ToddBurach) For many reasons, a vast majority of professional athletes struggle to manage the lucrative financial rewards of their playing careers. One major well-documented cause is what is called the ‘lure of tangible investment’[1], essentially an athlete’s desire to pursue entrepreneurship. It is a sexy, seemingly financially attractive means to invest one’s time and money. The appeal of … Continue reading Entrepreneurship for Athletes: The Magic Formula