Athletes better off without celebrity wives?!

By HLNtv.com Staff

updated 7:13 PM EDT, Thu May 31, 2012

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Showbiz Tonight examines the exceptional performance of athletes coming out of high-profile relationships
Tony Parker and Kris Humphries each had incredible seasons after divorces with Eva Longoria and Kim Kardashian

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Athletes better off without celebrity wives?!

Showbiz Tonight dares to ask if athletes perform better after ending their relationships with celebrities. Eva Longoria and San Antonio Spurs star Tony Parker finalized their divorce just over a year ago, and Parker is now experiencing a career high. After his 72-day marriage to reality star Kim Kardashian came to an end in 2011, New Jersey Nets player Kris Humphries put his focus on basketball. Although he was booed during games, Humphries went on to have one of the best seasons of his career.

And the trend isn't found only in basketball. Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Matt Kemp had an amazing season in 2011 after ending a high-profile relationship with Rihanna. Showbiz Tonight is on the case to find out if athletes have trouble sharing the spotlight while dating a celebrity.

Tune into Showbiz Tonight on HLN at 11 p.m. ET/PT for more on why breaking up may be the best play ever for these athletes.

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