NBA: Adam Silver – “I’d Prefer Players Didn’t Wear ‘I Can’t Breathe’ Shirts”

In light of the social justice issues and protests, athletes have chimed in giving their stance on matters. Derrick Rose set the trend, with many other NBA players following in his footsteps and donning ‘I Can’t Breathe’ shirts on the court in support of Eric Garner. Well, NBA Commissioner, Adam Silver, has taken a stand regarding recent protests in light of Eric Garner as well…he understands the meaning and thought behind it, but “prefers players didn’t wear [the shirts] on the court.” Sheesh, hit the jump for further comments!


(Photos) Sports: Athletes React to No Indictment in the Michael Brown Case

On Monday night during a lengthy speech, St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Robert McCulloch announced that the grand jury decided not to indict police officer Darren Wilson in the shooting death of unarmed teenager, Michael Brown.  McCulloch then explained some of the evidence the grand jury was presented with and what led to their decision.  The announcement sent anger, rage and disappointment through many people who felt Wilson was guilty in the unlawful death of Brown.  Social media has been one of the main catalyst used to distribute information and feelings on the case.  Last night athletes react to no indictment in the Michael Brown case.  Several athletes took to Twitter and Instagram to give their thoughts on the matter.  There was a mixture of anger, confusion and frustration, as well as prayers for Mike Brown and his family.


Sports: Unfinished Business – Check Out Recently Retired Jeter’s Latest Venture

Despite spending much of his early days of retirement walking around the city with girlfiend, Hannah Davis, Derek Jeter has decided to officially kick off his retirement by launching a new website. The site will be “devoted to delivering athletes ‘unfiltered’ views to their fans.” Jump on it and check out further details on this story and new website !!!


Sports: Interesting! Check Out Which Athletes T.I. Would Want To Play in a Biopic

For The Win did a great piece on T.I. & sports topics.  They asked him a bunch of different questions & he had some interesting answers. Check it out…


(Photo) Kobe Bryant Testing Apple’s New iWatch?!

It’s looks like it, but not just Kobe, other professional athletes are also reportedly testing the iWatch, and that’s because….


(Video) Sports: LeBron James, Derek Jeter & Other Athletes Reveal What They Eat Before They Compete

Ever wonder what some of your favorite athletes eat before they compete?!  Well wonder no more! Check it out…


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