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Yankees reportedly upset with StubHub over low ticket prices

When we think about the secondary ticket market for professional sports, the thought of paying way over face value typically comes to mind. That is not always the case. Websites like StubHub provide ticket holders and those interested in buying …

Pistons giving season ticket holder jackets with microchips in them for discounts

The Pistons may be on their way to missing the playoffs for a third straight season, but at least their marketing department is thinking outside the box. With four straight losing seasons — one of which included being swept in the first round …

Jets owner says team hasn’t seen a merchandise spike because of Tim Tebow

If the Jets’ goal in bringing Tim Tebow on board was to boost merchandise sales, their owner certainly isn’t going to admit it. We all know Tebow has the Midas touch. Since the Jets announced the trade, No. 15 jerseys have been flying off …

Michael Jordan reportedly will sell Bobcats if he can’t turn a profit in next few years

Michael Jordan is a business man, and losing money is not part of his business plan. That’s why he’s reportedly planning to sell the Bobcats if they don’t improve to the point they’re profitable. “I told Rich (Cho) to make us …

Jeremy Lin reportedly in talks to endorse Volvo cars in China

Since becoming the biggest sports story of the year a little over a month ago, Jeremy Lin has done his best to suck up as little of the spotlight as possible. Of course, keeping out of the spotlight has been completely impossible. When your …

Do Clippers have right to demand control of message, revenue cut if Darrell is profiting from being fan of team?

When people learned the Clippers had asked their most notable fan, Darrell Bailey, to drop “Clipper” from his nickname, there was a great deal of outrage. We felt the Clippers were cutting down one of their greatest supporters because now …

Jeremy Lin’s agent Roger Montgomery forced to expand business

The Knicks aren’t the only ones reaping the benefits from the Jeremy Lin hype. In a recent interview on SportsBiz Game On, Lin’s agent Roger Montgomery discussed how his business has changed for the better thanks to his client’s …

Derrick Rose, adidas reportedly agree to 2nd-richest shoe deal in history

There are the one-percenters, and then there’s Derrick Rose, who is now probably part of the 0.5 percent after the absurd shoe deal he reportedly signed with adidas on Friday. According to Yahoo! Sports, the reigning NBA MVP reportedly inked a …

Jeremy Lin’s agent Roger Montgomery also applied for ‘Linsanity’ trademark?

Jeremy Lin graduated from Harvard with a degree in economics, so he’s not about to get schooled when it comes to financial issues. With that in mind, Lin applied to trademark the term “Linsanity.” It’s a smart business move by …

Nike reportedly extends Jeremy Lin, will release Linsanity shirt, begin heavy promotion

Jeremy Lin is so popular and coveted by advertisers, he’s had to turn down many offers. Luckily Nike already has an established relationship with him from when he turned pro in 2010, and they’re reportedly looking to take things to the …

Foley’s Pub in New York will Not Offer Sam Adams Beer During Super Bowl

If you only plan on drinking Sam Adams during the Super Bowl, your list of potential spots to enjoy the game was just cut down by one.  As most of you know, Sam Adams is a company that is based out of Boston, Mass.  You may have seen their catchy …

David Beckham to Please the Ladies with Underwear Ad During Super Bowl

Those of you who are Giants, Patriots, Ravens, or Niners fans could end up focusing on one thing and one thing only come Sunday, Feb. 5. The rest of us will be enjoying the best day of the year and — per usual — the best commercials of …

The Future is Here: Spurs Give Out Smart Cards for Season Tickets

With the way technology has advanced over the last few decades, this move has been a long time coming. Yes, there are season ticket holders in the world like Jimmy Fallon in “Fever Pitch” who look forward to the day FedEx drops off all …

NBA CBA’s New Luxury Tax Rules May Lead to More Competitive Balance

The new NBA CBA hasn’t been officially signed, but many of the details from the agreement are in place. Most of the changes should help teams field more competitive teams. For instance, teams must now spend 85% of the salary cap, rather than …

Nick Young Boycotting Michael Jordan Gear Because of Labor Talks

Nick Young made a bold statement Saturday evening after NBA labor negotiations ended with little progress. The Wizards guard was so upset he tweeted that he would no longer wear Michael Jordan shoes. “I’m not wearing Jordans no more …

Big Baby Davis Wants to Take 51% and End Lockout

At least one NBA player has made it known he’s ready to compromise in order to continue his basketball career. Celtics forward Glen Big Baby Davis tweeted Wednesday that he would take a 51% split on basketball-related income in order to end the …

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