Steve Francis accused of Sexual Assault

By Mr. Hollywood
JR Staff Writer

Ten years ago, Steve Francis had one of the brightest futures in the NBA. Despite being a great individual talent, Francis was not the best team player in the world. Drafted by what would become the Memphis Grizzlies, he turned off fans because he refused to play for the team.

Sent to the Houston Rockets, Steve Francis briefly played alongside Hakeem Olajuwon. However, Steve Francis failed to make the playoffs each of his seasons in Houston, even after Yao Ming joined the team. Soon, Francis was traded to the Orlando Magic.

While the team was explosive and Steve Francis shined, the franchise still suffered. When Dwight Howard began emerging as a star, Francis was traded. Following his short stint with the New York Knicks, Steve Francis was sent to several teams. Quickly, he was benched because teams had no time for his antics and Steve Francis soon discovered no NBA team wanted him.

Steve Francis last played in the Chinese Basketball Association. Back in May 2010, Steve Francis reportedly groped a 20-year-old woman through her clothes. The woman immediately went to the police to file a report. Apparently, the woman is a singer signed to Steve Francis' record label. When they met at his office to discuss the contract, Steve Francis groped her.

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Dwight Howard demands his $500,000 from Royce Reed

By Mr. Hollywood
JR Staff Writer

In the eyes of most fans, Dwight Howard is the fun-loving big man for the Orlando Magic. Every time he is in front of a camera, Howard has a big smile. Kobe Bryant, the star of the rival Lakers, once said Howard was a "goofball."

While Dwight Howard is known for his sense of humor, he is all business when it comes to Royce Reed. Last year, fans got to know Reed through "Basketball Wives." She is the ex-girlfriend of Howard and mother of his child.

Last year, Dwight Howard sued Royce Reed because she continued making negative comments about him. Howard has presented himself as a positive role model for children, earning sponsorships. Reed's comments, if taken seriously, could lead to him losing endorsements.

Because of her negative comments, Dwight Howard sued Royce Reed for slander. Howard won the suit and the judge ordered Reed to pay the All-Star center, $500,000. One year has passed since Howard won the suit and now he is ready to collect. Royce Reed has yet to pay Dwight Howard and he is now demanding his money with interest.

Dwight Howard said Royce Reed now owes him $551,606.74.

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