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The End of an Era: Why Stephen Curry’s Under Armour Breakup is a Landmark in Athlete-Brand Relations
In a decision that is sending shockwaves through the sports apparel and business worlds, Under Armour and Stephen Curry have announced that they are mutually ending their thirteen-year partnership, dissolving a relationship that had once defined both player and brand. Curry’s rise from underdog talent to superstar to surefire Hall of Famer was one that had occurred in conjunction with the growth of Under Armour, the underdog brand attempting to disrupt the Nike-Adidas duo
Oliver Canning
Nov 19, 20255 min read


Paradoxical Policies: The Arrest of Brandon Williams and the NBA’s Marijuana Contradiction
On a Saturday morning in October 2025, Dallas Mavericks guard Brandon Williams was on his way through Terminal C of Dallas Fort Worth’s International Airport. As his suitcase traveled through TSA screening, it was flagged by an agent, who identified a container that held something an incident report later described as “a green leafy substance.” The contents tested positive for THC and turned out to be marijuana. Williams claimed that his manager was the one who packed his
Oliver Canning
Nov 18, 20255 min read


Rozier, Billups And Jones’ Arrests Threaten The NBA’s Integrity In An Age Of Legalized Sports Gambling
The biggest story of the NBA’s tip-off week wasn’t on the basketball court, but in the courtroom. Last week, the FBI publicized indictments of Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier, Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups, and former NBA player and coach Damon Jones. The three NBA stars and 31 other defendants face allegations of money laundering and widespread fraud that the FBI claims led to “tens of millions of dollars” in improperly earned winnings. Rozier, Billups
Oliver Canning
Oct 29, 20254 min read


LeBron James’ Jersey Heist Reveals Legal Risks Of Booming Sports Memorabilia Market
When LeBron James’ game-worn 2013 NBA Finals jersey was sold at a Sotheby’s auction in 2023 for $3.7 million, the purchase became one of...
Oliver Canning
Sep 23, 20255 min read


Heating Up in South Beach: Heat’s New Trademark Fuels Speculation of a 'Vice' Rebrand
The Miami Heat sent shockwaves of speculation and excitement through South Florida with their recent trademark filing for a new “Heat”...
Oliver Canning
Sep 13, 20255 min read


Why Hosting Major Sporting Events Can Be a Smart Economic Play—Both for Cities and Their Communities
Whenever a city can host a major sporting event—no matter if it’s the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, All-Star Game, or National...
Oliver Canning
Aug 9, 20255 min read


Bailey’s Bold Gamble: A New Blueprint for NBA Agent Power Plays?
In the months leading up to the 2025 NBA Draft, Ace Bailey was projected as the consensus No. 3 overall pick. A high-flying, shot-making...
Oliver Canning
Jun 29, 20254 min read


Heat Check: Butler’s Trade Drama Sparks Legal Showdown, Highlights Potential Flaws in NBA Grievance Process
As the NBA’s February 6 trade deadline approaches, the Heat’s Jimmy Butler declared in a postgame press conference that he was unhappy...
Oliver Canning
Jan 10, 20256 min read


James Harden's Restaurant in Legal Spotlight After Fatal Car Accident
Lately, James Harden has been on fire, scoring 41 points (including 7 three-pointers) on Monday against the Jazz. However, the Beard's...
Oliver Canning
Dec 18, 20243 min read


From Courtside to Courtroom? Kyrie Irving’s $390K Legal Showdown
Renowned for his dazzling on-court skills and controversial off-court headlines, Kyrie Irving is once again in the spotlight—this time...
Oliver Canning
Dec 18, 20242 min read


Family Ties or Unfair Play? The NBA Investigates the Brunson Connection While Knicks Cry Foul
What looked like a show of good faith at first blush may not be so, according to a new report from SNY . The NBA has allegedly launched...
Oliver Canning
Dec 18, 20243 min read


Draymond Green’s Latest Foul: Harmless or the NBA’s Breaking Point?
A Harmless Foul? Or the Start of Something Bigger? Late Friday night, the Golden State Warriors’ Draymond Green committed what initially...
Oliver Canning
Dec 18, 20246 min read
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