Lukaku "king of blocks

In 2020 Lukaku blocked Alexis Sanchez' header against Shakhtar In 2023 Lukaku blocked Dimarco's header against Manchester City Should he join the NBA?

Erling Haaland keeps on scoring

Haaland the super striker

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Matthew Dellavedova

Matthew Dellavedova, Australian professional basketball player for the Cleveland Cavaliers of the NBA, he won the NBA Championship in 2016

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How Michael Jordan Became a Billionaire: The Business Empire of the NBA Legend

Few athletes in history have transformed their sporting success into business power like Michael Jordan.

The former Chicago Bulls superstar is widely considered the greatest basketball player of all time, but his achievements off the court may be just as impressive.

Jordan became the first athlete in the history of the NBA to reach billionaire status, thanks to a combination of smart investments, brand partnerships and long-term business strategy.

Michael Jordan celebrating both basketball greatness and business success.

1. Nike and the Air Jordan Brand

The partnership between Michael Jordan and Nike created one of the most successful sports brands in history.

The Air Jordan line became a global phenomenon and still generates billions of dollars in revenue every year.

2. Ownership in the NBA

Jordan also invested in the NBA itself by becoming the majority owner of the Charlotte Hornets, further increasing his wealth.

3. Endorsements and Investments

Over the years, Jordan partnered with major companies including Nike, Gatorade, McDonald's and Hanes, building a powerful global brand.

Do you think Michael Jordan is the greatest athlete-businessman in history?

Is the NBA Logo Based on Jerry West? The Story Behind the Famous Basketball Silhouette

The iconic logo of the NBA is one of the most recognizable sports symbols in the world.

For decades, fans have believed that the silhouette used in the logo was inspired by basketball legend Jerry West.

But is that actually true?

The Origin of the NBA Logo

Jerry West and the famous silhouette believed to inspire the NBA logo.

The NBA logo was created in 1969 by designer Alan Siegel.

It was inspired by a photograph of Jerry West dribbling the ball during his playing days with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Although the league has never officially confirmed that the logo represents Jerry West, the resemblance between the silhouette and the photograph is striking.

Why the NBA Never Officially Confirmed It

Interestingly, the NBA has always avoided officially stating that the logo represents Jerry West.

One reason is legal: if the league officially acknowledged the player behind the logo, it could lead to royalty or compensation issues.

Still, many basketball fans and historians widely believe that Jerry West is indeed the inspiration behind the famous silhouette.

The Debate: Should the Logo Change?

In recent years, some fans have suggested updating the NBA logo.

After the tragic death of Kobe Bryant in 2020, many people called for the logo to be redesigned in his honor.

However, the NBA has not announced any plans to change its iconic symbol.

Do you think the NBA logo should stay the same or be redesigned for another legend like Kobe Bryant?

Kevin Durant

 Kevin Durant great career in the NBA didn't grant him a good acting career in Hollywood

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RIP, Kobe and Gianna

For the loving memory of Kobe and Gianna Bryant.

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King LeBron James

All hail King LeBron James

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LeBron James is the Cristiano Ronaldo of football, with Kobe Bryant being Lionel Messi

NBA star Tomas Satoransky has claimed that LeBron James is the Cristiano Ronaldo of football, with Kobe Bryant being Lionel Messi!

Goal link: https://www.goal.com/en/galleries/goals-cartoon-corner-the-best-football-sketches-from-omar/1/5h5idxuqf71t1a242x8f9cmtj

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Pogba football's LeBron

Giorgio Chiellini has claimed that Paul Pogba is the LeBron James or Usain Bolt of football

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My cartoon tribute to Kobe Bryant

A tribute for LA Lakers legend Kobe Bryant after he announced retirement. 

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Messi the ‘Wilt Chamberlain’ of football

After Lionel Messi surpassed 400 career goals on Saturday evening, Barcelona coach Luis Enrique has likened the Argentine to NBA legend Wilt Chamberlain.

"If Cristiano Ronaldo is like Michael Jordan, then Messi is like Wilt Chamberlain, who scored 100 points in one game," the Barca coach said at a press conference.

"I considered taking Messi off to rest him, but watching him in action is such a big joy that I preferred to have him on the pitch for 90 minutes.

"He is very generous with his assists and it really is a joy to watch him. He has been touched by the magic wand.

"Messi scoring 400 goals? Most of us didn't even score that many goals if we counted all those at school, on the streets, wherever..."

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All hail King James!

Forget Falcao, there's a new hero of Colombia and he goes by the name of James Rodriguez... or just James, if you'd prefer.

The Monaco star put in another outstanding performance, scoring two superb goals, as the South Americans defeated Uruguay to go through to the World Cup quarter-finals.

James now has five goals to his name at the tournament in Brazil and, who knows, by the end of the World Cup he may just be a more famous 'James' than NBA star LeBron...!

Sunday, June 29, 2014 12:00

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Sexiest athlete Ronaldo struts his stuff

 

Who is the better player - Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo? The debate ahead of the announcement of the 2012 Ballon d'Or winner rages on.

But there can no longer be any doubt around the ultimate question involving the two: just who is the sexier man?

American celebrity weekly People Magazine has named the Portugal star the sexiest athlete of 2012, and his Barcelona counterpart didn't even make the top 10. Oh, the shame!

Ronaldo beat competition from the likes of Miami Heat superstar LeBron James, tennis ace Andy Murray and NFL revelation Tim Tebow for the prize.

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Ronaldo eclipses Messi on Facebook

The debate over who will win this year's Ballon d'Or rages on, with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, as ever, neck and neck.

But the Real Madrid star has scored a minor victory over the Barcelona forward on social networking site Facebook.

Ronaldo has accumulated a staggering 50 million 'Likes' - 10m more than Messi - and is the most popular athlete on the site, eclipsing the likes of David Beckham, Kaka, Andres Iniesta and basketball stars LeBron James and Dwayne Wade.

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