11:40 LRN sportscast

Multiple reports say Quarterback Drew Brees has agreed to a 50-million-dollar, two-year-deal, with the Saints. Saints radio color analyst Deuce McAllister says in actuality it’s a one year deal as there’s a team option after the first year…
Cut 8 (08) “been made.”
Brees’ contract calls for him to receive 27-million dollars in guaranteed money.

Saints right tackle Zach Streif has retired after a 12-year career. Strief said goodbye at the team’s headquarters with many in attendance including Sean Payton, McAllister, Cam Jordan and had this special thank you for Drew Brees….
cut 18 (12) “…you down”
Cameras caught Brees wiping tears from his eyes during this part of an emotional press conference.

LSU men’s basketball Coach Will Wade says his team didn’t have a watch party to see if they would make the N-I-T. Wade says it’s a good accomplishment for his first season, but he doesn’t want his team to only strive to make the N-I-T…
cut 20 (20) ‘…step for us”
The Tigers will face the Ragin Cajuns tomorrow night at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center.

Southeastern Louisiana will make its second postseason appearance tonight when they visit St. Mary’s on the west coast. Tip off is at 9 PM.

The Pelicans host the Charlotte Hornets tonight at the Smoothie King Center. New Orleans has lost two straight at home and they are just 17-14 on their home court this season.