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Speculation building on LeBron's decision

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07/07/2010 - Akron, OH (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The speculation has been building and on Thursday night at 9 p.m. (et), two-time reigning MVP LeBron James will disclose his decision of where he'll play next.

Will he remain with the Cavaliers? Better yet, what about teaming with Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade in Miami? He could also join Amare Stoudemire in New York or head to the Windy City to start a new chapter with the Chicago Bulls. Two other options remain, although they're not likely - play for the New Jersey Nets or Los Angeles Clippers - the other two teams the superstar met with last week when free agency began.

The free agency signing moratorium will be lifted on Thursday, although Bosh and Wade proclaimed on Wednesday they would sign with the Heat. Wade and/or Bosh could be willing to accept less money if they can get James to play with them in Miami.

The 25-year-old James has played for the Cavs his entire seven-year career and stands to make more money playing for his hometown team should be accept a max deal. The Cavaliers can likely offer James a six-year, $125.5 million contract, while other teams can give him a maximum of five years and $96.1 million. But that may not be the driving force for James, who has come up short of winning a championship.

As far as the announcement is concerned, Maverick Carter, CEO of LRMR Marketing, said James will formally announce where he will play next season and beyond on a show called "The Decision." Proceeds from the show will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club of America.

"Due to the unprecedented attention and interest surrounding LeBron's decision, we have decided to make this announcement on national television," Carter said. "By doing so we have generated funds that will be given to the Boys and Girls Clubs of America. LeBron has a longstanding commitment to giving back to the community, and has worked with the Boys & Girls Clubs in cities across the country."

James, who was second in the league at 29.7 points per game last season, also averaged 8.6 assists and 7.3 rebounds. the six-time All-Star, 2004 Rookie of the Year, a two-time All-Star Game MVP and 2008 scoring champion, hasn't tipped his hand yet as to which team he'll join. Reports surfaced Wednesday night that James would be at the Boys & Girls Club in Greenwich, Connecticut when the decision is made.

New Cavaliers coach Byron Scott visited James' skills camp in Akron on Wednesday, but did not speak with the superstar. Cavs players Danny Green, Jamario Moon and Christian Eyenga scrimmaged with James on Wednesday.

The Bulls added a potential teammate for James Wednesday when they reportedly landed forward Carlos Boozer with a five-year contract.

<< Thrashers re-sign Boulton
Atlanta, GA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Atlanta Thrashers re-signed forward Eric Boulton on Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed by the club, but the Atlanta Journal- Constitution reported it is for one year and worth $650,000.

<< Kings ink Cousins
Sacramento, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Sacramento Kings signed center DeMarcus Cousins, the fifth overall pick in the 2010 draft, on Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not released. Cousins, 6-foot-11, 270 pounds, averaged 15.1 points,

<< A's option P Ross, recall P Wolf
Oakland, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Oakland Athletics have optioned right- handed pitcher Tyson Ross to Triple-A Sacramento and recalled right-handed hurler Ross Wolf from the same club. Ross went 1-4 with a 5.49 earned run average

<< Fan suffered fractured skull, broken foot in fall at Rangers game
Arlington, TX (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - Tyler Morris, the fan who fell from the upper deck trying to catch a ball during Tuesday's game between the Cleveland Indians and Texas Rangers, remains in the hospital with a fractured skull and broken

<< Cards place Ottavino on DL
Denver, CO (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The St. Louis Cardinals placed pitcher Adam Ottavino on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to July 4, with a right shoulder strain. Ottavino is 0-2 in five games (three starts) with an 8.46 earned-run average

Cubs put RHP Schlitter on DL >>
Phoenix, AZ (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Chicago Cubs have placed right-handed pitcher Brian Schlitter on the 15-day disabled list with a right shoulder impingement. Schlitter had his contract selected by the Cubs June 26 and made thre

Clippers introduce Del Negro >>
Los Angeles, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Los Angeles Clippers introduced Vinny Del Negro as their next head coach. The team held a press conference Wednesday for the 43-year-old Del Negro, who had one season and about $2 million remaining on h

NBA salary cap set at $58.044 million >>
New York, NY (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The NBA has set the salary cap for the 2010-11 season at $58.044 million. This year's cap marks a surprising increase from 2009-10, when it was $57.7 million. The current figure is higher than the $56.

Jags release DE Hayward >>
Jacksonville, FL (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Jacksonville Jaguars have released defensive end Reggie Hayward, who spent nearly all of the 2009 season on injured reserve. The club had just re-signed him on April 1. Hayward suffered a

Dodgers put Belisario on restricted list; re-instate Monasterios >>
Los Angeles, CA (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - The Los Angeles Dodgers placed pitcher Ronald Belisario on the restricted list Wednesday due to personal reasons. Belisario had been a lynchpin in the Dodgers bullpen, posting a 1-1 mark with a 3.79

Academy Award Betting Odds for Best Picture Offer Great Value

If there is any category that is not an obvious win for any one nominee in this year's Academy Awards, it would be for Best Picture.  Sure the Departed is a 5/7 favorite, but that's hardly anything when we look at Helen Mirren and her "out-of-reach" 1 to 40 odds (which means you would win a whopping $1 for every $40 bet).

For value, take a look at MySportsbook.com Oscars betting odds on my personal favorite, The Queen - a remarkable 12 to 1 long shot.  The film hasn't won any pre-awards for Best Picture (compared to The Departed and Little Miss Sunshine), but there is a tremendous following and it is a strong enough film to warrant a surprise win.

TV Guide advises Oscar watchers should be cautioned not to discount the  drama "Babel" with its strong social themes about overcoming communication gaps among people of different cultures.

"While 'Babel' lost several guild awards to 'Sunshine' and 'Departed,'  it still enjoys loyal support, and historically Oscar voters favor dramas with social messages over comedies like 'Sunshine' and violent crime movies like 'Departed'."

"It hasn't done well in the guilds, which means there isn't much industry support," said Tom O'Neil of awards site TheEnvelope.com, "But several critics are expecting it to win, and that gets my attention." Babel had 7 to 2 odds at press time.

Who is to say independently produced Little Miss Sunshine won't be this year's Crash.  Last year, Crash won for Best Motion Picture, shocking those who bet on gay cowboy flick, Brokeback Mountain, as the favorite to win. 

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