Belichick defends telling Brady to keep passing despite Patriots’ big late lead

The LeBron James sweepstakes are about to begin, that is, if they begin at all. James has until June 29 to decide if wants to pick up his $35 million contract option for next season with the Cleveland Cavaliers. Most expect the 33-year-old star to opt out of his contract and become an unrestricted free agent July 1. If James does become a free agent, a number of teams likely will vie for his services, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets and Philadelphia 76ers, as well as, of course, the Cavs. But just because he might be hitting the open market doesn’t mean he wants to be wined and dined. A Monday report stated that James won’t sit through elaborate presentations from potential

A former aide to get a sports agent has obtained the witness stand in his new york trial, where he’s accused of bribing a school basketball coach. Christian Dawkins denied that he paid a $2,500 bribe. He also told a federal jury which the money was supposed to pay expenses for the family of South