Donovan Mitchell A Cavalier, Wilson Agrees To Contract Extension, Venus/Serena Lose 1st Rd, Nadal Cruises
BASKETBALL
In a blockbuster trade, Utah Jazz star Donovan Mitchell is now a Cleveland Cavalier. After the Knicks walked away on Monday night, the Cavs swooped in and grabbed Mitchell in exchange for three players and a bunch of first round picks and pick swaps.
FOOTBALL
Russell Wilson agreed to a five-year $245 million contract extension with the Denver Broncos. Wilson will get $165 million guaranteed, the fourth largest contact for quarterbacks.
TENNIS
After a four-year hiatus, Venus and Serena Williams teamed up to take on Linda Nosková and Lucie Hradecká at the U.S. Open. Unfortunately for the sisters, they lost in straight sets to the Czech players. 7-6 (5), 6-4
Rafael Nadal and longtime rival Fabio Fognini took center court next. Fognini grabbed the first set and was ahead in the second before Nadal found his rhythm and cruised to victory. 2-6, 6-4, 6-2, 6-1
