SPORTS ECONOMICS

Jun 07 2026SPORTS

Knicks Fans with Deep Pockets Fly High for Finals

Basketball fans with very deep pockets are flying across the country just to watch the Knicks play in the NBA Finals. Private jet traffic at San Antonio’s small airport has jumped 25% this week compared to last year, with rich fans landing in time for the first two games. The Knicks haven’t made the

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Jun 04 2026BUSINESS

Why big sports cities in the US won’t host the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the US, Mexico, and Canada, but some of America’s biggest sports cities won’t be in the game. Chicago, Phoenix, and Detroit—home to passionate fans and major sports teams—are sitting this one out. Even though these cities have huge stadiums and loyal followings,

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May 28 2026OPINION

Why Cities Keep Paying for Stadiums That May Not Be Worth It

Sports teams often act like they hold all the cards when cities talk about building new stadiums. If a town hesitates, owners threaten to leave—like the Oakland A’s did when they moved to Las Vegas instead of waiting for Oakland’s deal. Other teams have made the same move, from San Diego to Tampa, a

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Apr 20 2026SPORTS

The Portland Trail Blazers' new owner and his tight-fisted ways

Tom Dundon just paid over $4 billion for an NBA team, yet he’s acting like the franchise runs on loose change. Since taking over the Portland Trail Blazers, he’s been spotted pocketing pennies—a habit that’s now shaping how he runs the organization. Instead of focusing on the playoffs—where the team

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Dec 19 2025SPORTS

Fake Broncos Jerseys: A Big Deal for Fans, A Big Loss for the Team

The Denver Broncos are having a great season, but they might be missing out on some serious cash. Fake jerseys are all the rage, and the Broncos are in the top 10 for most searched counterfeit jerseys. Since September, there have been over 6, 500 searches for fake Broncos jerseys on sites like Etsy

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