We are all well familiar with Mike Singletary. He was a staple in the Chicago Bears defense for years, and is generally regarded as one of the best (if not the best) middle linebacker of all time. Of course we all know that more recently, he's known for his outburst of tight end Vernon Davis last season. If you haven't seen the clip, take a look:
But this post isn't about that Mike Singletary, it's about the other one. You know the one from Texas Tech University? Well if you don't, please take notice. The only reason I got a chance to see this guy was because of the wonderful world of ESPN360. If you haven't checked it out, it's awesome!!!! It allows you to watch the game on your laptop....LIVE!!! The reason I was watching last night was because my TV was occupied with some quality television like American Idol or Real World.
Anyways, I got a chance to see the action and the show the guy put on was amazing. He scored 29 straight points, to lead the Red Raiders past Texas A&M in the Big 12 Tournament. "I was just in a zone" said Singletary.....you think???? This is just the type of performance you can expect from guys during championship week. I can't wait to see what today provides us.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Championship Week Begins!!!
I know it has been about a week from my last post, but this is probably my favorite time of year and I needed the week to mentally prepare myself for what's in store. Yes, I could have commented about the WBC (World Baseball Classic), but in all honesty, I just don't care enough to invest the time. I'm not alone right?????
So there are a few teams that have punched their ticket into the big dance, but today things really start to get interesting. The Big East tournament (which started yesterday) is the first of the major conferences to get going and all you need is one unexpected to make a run to screw things up for those on the "bubble".
I will try and watch as much of the action, I know this will make the "Gal" happy, from here on it to fill you in on who's in and who's bubble has been bursted. Keep me bookmarked, because the action is about to heat up....
So there are a few teams that have punched their ticket into the big dance, but today things really start to get interesting. The Big East tournament (which started yesterday) is the first of the major conferences to get going and all you need is one unexpected to make a run to screw things up for those on the "bubble".
I will try and watch as much of the action, I know this will make the "Gal" happy, from here on it to fill you in on who's in and who's bubble has been bursted. Keep me bookmarked, because the action is about to heat up....
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
You Just Got PUNKED!!!!
Okay, this isn't Ashton Kutcher pranking a celebrity, but this is a prank conducted yesterday that involved 18,000+ people in it. It's extremely creative and I had to share this with you.
To set it up, a guy is throwing a blind folded half court shot for $500K, and the crowd goes nuts as if he makes it. I wish I was this creative, or had the contacts to pull something like this off. Needless to say it's extremely funny and has inspired me to come up with something to work on for one of my friends.....so you guys better watch out!!!!!
To set it up, a guy is throwing a blind folded half court shot for $500K, and the crowd goes nuts as if he makes it. I wish I was this creative, or had the contacts to pull something like this off. Needless to say it's extremely funny and has inspired me to come up with something to work on for one of my friends.....so you guys better watch out!!!!!
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Hello Stephon.......
So I was at the gym this morning, yes I do go on the rare occasion, and my iPod crapped out on me. I was stuck listening to my fellow gym mates debate the Stephon Marbury acquisition made by the Celtics yesterday. The majority, well actually all, were apposed to the deal. although I'm not really sure why? This is a low risk high reward move for them, here's why.
Lets go with the worst case scenario (which is what most expect), Marbury pouts about his playing time, tries to break up the chemistry, and eventually sits court side with the fans watching the C's play after buying the ticket. Okay, so does anyone REALLY think that's going to happen? Lets be serious people. That's never going to happen. Do you know why it's never going to happen? Because the moment he acts up, he will be cut. He signed for the veteran minimum ($1.3M for his years of service) which is pro-rated for the remainder of the season. So with two months to go, you're looking at $400K, that's not a lot compared to what he can bring to the team.
Marbury is a free agent after the season ends, thus making the remaining two months a contract year for him. While I have no evidence, but I'm sure there is a study out there, my "eye test" tells me that there is significant improvement of a players performance during a contract year. The man has something to prove and should be motivated to make an impact on a potential championship team. And if he isn't, he gets cut. Also, look at the Celtics bench, it's not that impressive. We don't have a James Posey who can contribute, Mikki Moore is no PJ Brown, Eddie House has been too inconsistent so who else is out there that has the potential to score 20 points for us while giving some of the starters a rest. Not to mention he can handle the point (or the two guard) and would keep Eddie House away from dribbling the ball....THANK GOD!!!! Lastly, people seem to overlook the Kevin Garnett factor here. This is a guy who from the moment he was traded to Boston, changed the culture and attitude around the team. He demands accountability from himself and his teammates and it will be no different for Marbury. KG will keep him in line and if he doesn't, say it with me again people.....HE GETS CUT.
So, let the Stephon Marbury era begin, and I hope he can be a contributing factor to a championship team.
Lets go with the worst case scenario (which is what most expect), Marbury pouts about his playing time, tries to break up the chemistry, and eventually sits court side with the fans watching the C's play after buying the ticket. Okay, so does anyone REALLY think that's going to happen? Lets be serious people. That's never going to happen. Do you know why it's never going to happen? Because the moment he acts up, he will be cut. He signed for the veteran minimum ($1.3M for his years of service) which is pro-rated for the remainder of the season. So with two months to go, you're looking at $400K, that's not a lot compared to what he can bring to the team.
Marbury is a free agent after the season ends, thus making the remaining two months a contract year for him. While I have no evidence, but I'm sure there is a study out there, my "eye test" tells me that there is significant improvement of a players performance during a contract year. The man has something to prove and should be motivated to make an impact on a potential championship team. And if he isn't, he gets cut. Also, look at the Celtics bench, it's not that impressive. We don't have a James Posey who can contribute, Mikki Moore is no PJ Brown, Eddie House has been too inconsistent so who else is out there that has the potential to score 20 points for us while giving some of the starters a rest. Not to mention he can handle the point (or the two guard) and would keep Eddie House away from dribbling the ball....THANK GOD!!!! Lastly, people seem to overlook the Kevin Garnett factor here. This is a guy who from the moment he was traded to Boston, changed the culture and attitude around the team. He demands accountability from himself and his teammates and it will be no different for Marbury. KG will keep him in line and if he doesn't, say it with me again people.....HE GETS CUT.
So, let the Stephon Marbury era begin, and I hope he can be a contributing factor to a championship team.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Tiger's Return.......
Anyone else really excited about watching Tiger Woods return to the links today? I know I am. These last 8 months just haven't been as entertaining on the golfing circuit. Don't get me wrong, who doesn't enjoy seeing Camillo Villegas do his "Spiderman" before lining up a put,
but it's not everyday you get to watch a legend potentially make history. I heard him talk yesterday about how healthy he is, how easy and free it is for him to swing now without fear of knee pain. That's scary, the man dominated his profession on a bad leg, imagine what he's going to do with that leg healthy now? I remember those suggesting that with a bride and baby in his life, it would distract his attention from the world of golf. What they neglected to process is that this guy isn't like you and me. He's the best ever at his profession and can't be viewed like Bill from the local club cutting back his time on the course after a new addition to the family. The guy is a freak, and he will never stop thriving to be the best he can be, no matter how many kids he has.
I don't expect too much from him this weekend though. The man hasn't played competitive golf in 8 months so I expect him to be rusty, However, does anyone honestly think that if he sweeps through the weekend and comes out on top, you wouldn't be surprised? That's just Tiger for you.
but it's not everyday you get to watch a legend potentially make history. I heard him talk yesterday about how healthy he is, how easy and free it is for him to swing now without fear of knee pain. That's scary, the man dominated his profession on a bad leg, imagine what he's going to do with that leg healthy now? I remember those suggesting that with a bride and baby in his life, it would distract his attention from the world of golf. What they neglected to process is that this guy isn't like you and me. He's the best ever at his profession and can't be viewed like Bill from the local club cutting back his time on the course after a new addition to the family. The guy is a freak, and he will never stop thriving to be the best he can be, no matter how many kids he has.
I don't expect too much from him this weekend though. The man hasn't played competitive golf in 8 months so I expect him to be rusty, However, does anyone honestly think that if he sweeps through the weekend and comes out on top, you wouldn't be surprised? That's just Tiger for you.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
I love football. Nothing makes me happier than parking my butt on the couch on Sunday's, having the Red Zone Channel take me from game to game. I can literally sit on my couch from 11:00 am when the pregame activities start to the end of the Sunday night game, it's bad!!!
However what I can't find myself doing, even during these bleak dark times, is watch the NFL Combine on the NFL Network. I tried, believe me. I guess if you like watching guys in tight spandex outfits run 40 yards at a time and jump as high as they can, then this event is for you. I'd be more interested in watching them take the wonderlic test and seeing how they score and react to the questions. 55 questions in 12 minutes.....seriously???? Can you imagine watching guys like Andre Smith (the offensive tackle from Alabama who left the Combine without telling anyone), Ray Maualuga (LB out of USC) or Vontae Davis (CB out of Illinois) answer the following questions:
John is a mechanic. He makes $8.50 an hour, plus $3 extra for every oil change he performs. Last week he worked 36 hours and performed 17 oil changes. How much money did he make?
A box of staples has a length of 6 cm, a width of 7 cm, and a volume of 378 cm cubed. What is the height of the box?
A basketball player averaged 20 points a game over the course of six games. His scores in five of those games were 23, 18, 16, 24, and 27. How many points did he score in the sixth game?
Now that would be appointment television. So the draft is only a few months away, then we have rookie mini-camps, followed by regular mini-camps and of course training camp before the preseason starts. You'll have plenty of opportunities to get your fix in before that first Thursday night game. Enjoy the "off-season"......
However what I can't find myself doing, even during these bleak dark times, is watch the NFL Combine on the NFL Network. I tried, believe me. I guess if you like watching guys in tight spandex outfits run 40 yards at a time and jump as high as they can, then this event is for you. I'd be more interested in watching them take the wonderlic test and seeing how they score and react to the questions. 55 questions in 12 minutes.....seriously???? Can you imagine watching guys like Andre Smith (the offensive tackle from Alabama who left the Combine without telling anyone), Ray Maualuga (LB out of USC) or Vontae Davis (CB out of Illinois) answer the following questions:
John is a mechanic. He makes $8.50 an hour, plus $3 extra for every oil change he performs. Last week he worked 36 hours and performed 17 oil changes. How much money did he make?
A box of staples has a length of 6 cm, a width of 7 cm, and a volume of 378 cm cubed. What is the height of the box?
A basketball player averaged 20 points a game over the course of six games. His scores in five of those games were 23, 18, 16, 24, and 27. How many points did he score in the sixth game?
Now that would be appointment television. So the draft is only a few months away, then we have rookie mini-camps, followed by regular mini-camps and of course training camp before the preseason starts. You'll have plenty of opportunities to get your fix in before that first Thursday night game. Enjoy the "off-season"......
Can You Be Traded....Then NOT Traded?????
The trade deadline has come and gone and those big names we thought were heading to other teams didn't really happen. I guess the biggest names to move were Jermaine O'Neal and Shawn Marion. Aside from that we saw minor deals. Of course we saw the trade that happened then didn't happen. Luckily for for Chris Wilcox, he was able to find his way out of Oklahoma City....welcome to New York and all their dis-functionalism.
The move I liked the best is what Orlando did by bringing in Rafer Alston to play point. It appears Jameer Nelson is out the remainder of the season and Tyrone Lue and Anothny Johnson just weren't going to cut it. At least Alston gives them a legit staring PG at a very reasonable price.
The only thing teams can do now to improve themselves for the playoff run is through free agency. Not much is out there, but a few people are expected to become available. The Celtics traded Sam Cassell and Will Solomon (who was acquired for Thursday) to give them 13 guys on their active roster, freeing the way to sign two free agents, maybe Joe Smith and Stephon Marbury? Needless to say the pool will be limited, you might see some veteran players bought out of their contracts but I wouldn't expect too much. It will have to be quick because free agents have to be on their roster by March 1st in order to be available for playoff rosters.
The move I liked the best is what Orlando did by bringing in Rafer Alston to play point. It appears Jameer Nelson is out the remainder of the season and Tyrone Lue and Anothny Johnson just weren't going to cut it. At least Alston gives them a legit staring PG at a very reasonable price.
The only thing teams can do now to improve themselves for the playoff run is through free agency. Not much is out there, but a few people are expected to become available. The Celtics traded Sam Cassell and Will Solomon (who was acquired for Thursday) to give them 13 guys on their active roster, freeing the way to sign two free agents, maybe Joe Smith and Stephon Marbury? Needless to say the pool will be limited, you might see some veteran players bought out of their contracts but I wouldn't expect too much. It will have to be quick because free agents have to be on their roster by March 1st in order to be available for playoff rosters.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Trade Deadline Countdown.....
With the all-star weekend festivities behind us, the next 36 hours in the NBA will be very interesting. The trade deadline is Thursday and teams like Cleveland and Miami are actively trying to add talent for a post season run, while teams like New Orleans and New Jersey are trying to shed payroll given their financial situation. Lets take a look at the two major trades that happened in the past week.
Miami/Toronto (2/13)
Miami gets: Jermaine O'Neal & Jamario Moon
Toronto gets: Shawn Marion & Marcus Banks
The two main principals of the deal (O'Neal & Marion) get a chance to salvage their seasons by making an impact on two potential playoff teams. Toronto was hoping O'Neal would pair nicely with Bosh but that wasn't the case. Miami is now hoping that DWade can motivate O'Neal enough, who's instantly inserted into the starting lineup at center. It will certainly add a little depth, and while Moon looks like a throw in, he too is now a starter and will add some length and athletisicm to the Heat. A good move to help make that playoff push.
Marion heads up north and balances out Toronto's starting five, and hopes to add some spark and get this team back into this years playoff race. It will also free up $17M in cap space this summer to give them flexibility to build around Bosh going into the summer of 2010. I don't think this team will help Toronto in the short term, this deal was made for this summer and getting out from under O'Neals large contract.
New Orleans/Oklahoma City (2/17)
New Orleans gets: Chris Wilcox & Joe Smith
Oklahoma City gets: Tyson Chandler
This move comes as a complete shocker to me. It has basically told the entire New Orleans fan base "screw you, we aren't going to do what it's going take to get over the hump this year". This deal was a salary dump, as both Wilcox and Smith have expering contracts and with Chris Paul's extension kicking in next year it's a move they felt they had to make. The remainder of the year doesn't look promising for them.
Oklahoma City wins this deal because Chandler will help this team mature instantly. I don't expect them to make a run at the playoffs, but I think his leadership will help mature Durant, Green and Westbrook (the cornerstones of this franchise). While it will probably only bring them a couple of wins this season, this move is a solid move for Oklahoma City.
So what else can we expect from teams out there. Cleveland would love to bring in another guy and have Wally's expiring contract to use as bait. Do they try and get Jamison from the Wizards or a two guard like Kevin Martin from Sacramento that can cover Kobe in the playoffs? Vince Carter is another hot name out there, all three Texas teams are looking at him as well as Portland. I don't understand San Antonio wanting to break up a good, thing, having to give up Mason, George Hill and Oberto. Houston probably has the best shot at getting Vince.
It appears that Phoenix is no longer interested in trading Stoudamire, which is a good move. He's the only thing they have to build around for the future. I hope they read my blog a couple of weeks ago and they trade Shaq to LA. You may also see Chicago make a move, they need to shake things up over there, whatever Paxson is doing just isn't working.
Teams like Boston, who don't have much room for movement via trade, will have to wait for guys to be bought out of their contract. It was widely expected that the Celtics would sign Joe Smith (who would have been released if he wasn't traded) or Marbury (who still hasn't been released yet).
There is still plenty of time to shake things up, mold teams for the playoff run, and retreat and save money going into next season. With the economy hitting the NBA as well, you should see an interesting mix of both in the next couple of days.
Miami/Toronto (2/13)
Miami gets: Jermaine O'Neal & Jamario Moon
Toronto gets: Shawn Marion & Marcus Banks
The two main principals of the deal (O'Neal & Marion) get a chance to salvage their seasons by making an impact on two potential playoff teams. Toronto was hoping O'Neal would pair nicely with Bosh but that wasn't the case. Miami is now hoping that DWade can motivate O'Neal enough, who's instantly inserted into the starting lineup at center. It will certainly add a little depth, and while Moon looks like a throw in, he too is now a starter and will add some length and athletisicm to the Heat. A good move to help make that playoff push.
Marion heads up north and balances out Toronto's starting five, and hopes to add some spark and get this team back into this years playoff race. It will also free up $17M in cap space this summer to give them flexibility to build around Bosh going into the summer of 2010. I don't think this team will help Toronto in the short term, this deal was made for this summer and getting out from under O'Neals large contract.
New Orleans/Oklahoma City (2/17)
New Orleans gets: Chris Wilcox & Joe Smith
Oklahoma City gets: Tyson Chandler
This move comes as a complete shocker to me. It has basically told the entire New Orleans fan base "screw you, we aren't going to do what it's going take to get over the hump this year". This deal was a salary dump, as both Wilcox and Smith have expering contracts and with Chris Paul's extension kicking in next year it's a move they felt they had to make. The remainder of the year doesn't look promising for them.
Oklahoma City wins this deal because Chandler will help this team mature instantly. I don't expect them to make a run at the playoffs, but I think his leadership will help mature Durant, Green and Westbrook (the cornerstones of this franchise). While it will probably only bring them a couple of wins this season, this move is a solid move for Oklahoma City.
So what else can we expect from teams out there. Cleveland would love to bring in another guy and have Wally's expiring contract to use as bait. Do they try and get Jamison from the Wizards or a two guard like Kevin Martin from Sacramento that can cover Kobe in the playoffs? Vince Carter is another hot name out there, all three Texas teams are looking at him as well as Portland. I don't understand San Antonio wanting to break up a good, thing, having to give up Mason, George Hill and Oberto. Houston probably has the best shot at getting Vince.
It appears that Phoenix is no longer interested in trading Stoudamire, which is a good move. He's the only thing they have to build around for the future. I hope they read my blog a couple of weeks ago and they trade Shaq to LA. You may also see Chicago make a move, they need to shake things up over there, whatever Paxson is doing just isn't working.
Teams like Boston, who don't have much room for movement via trade, will have to wait for guys to be bought out of their contract. It was widely expected that the Celtics would sign Joe Smith (who would have been released if he wasn't traded) or Marbury (who still hasn't been released yet).
There is still plenty of time to shake things up, mold teams for the playoff run, and retreat and save money going into next season. With the economy hitting the NBA as well, you should see an interesting mix of both in the next couple of days.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Shaq-awockeez.....
While Kobe and LeBron are the two best players in the league, this league is still run by one person. Shaq remains the most polarizing figure in the league and will continue to be until he decides to undo his laces for good. We all remember Shaq's "dance off" with LeBron and Dwight Howard at last years all-star game, and of course the man has more nicknames than anyone I know. So why was I so surprised and blown away by his entrance into Sunday's all-star game? I guess the man knows how to keep me entertained. For those that didn't see, enjoy the show, watch out, we may seem him touring with the Jabbawockeez soon enough.
Saturday, February 14, 2009
NBA All-Star Weekend
The official mid season break for the NBA is here and let the party begin. Last night we had the celebrity game and the very exciting Rookie/Sophomore game. Kevin Durant really put on a show last night, scoring 46 points while shooting 68%. It was very entertaining to watch.
Tonight we have the Skills Challenge, Shooting Stars Challenge, Three Point Contest, Slam Dunk Contest and the H-O-R-S-E Competition and I'm sure it will all be quiet entertaining as well. I know the Sports "Gal" will be extremely happy with me catching it tonight over some wine, filet's and chocolates, just the ultimate romantic v-day dinner she had planned. In order to prep you guys for tonight, I'll try to handicap and breakdown each competition for you.
Let's start with the Shooting Stars Challenge. The point of this is to hit 6 shots from different locations on the floor between three team members, a current NBA star, a former NBA star and a WNBA star. It looks like this:
The crew from San Antonio (Tim Duncan, David Robinson and Becky Hammon) defend their title against teams from Detroit, LA and Phoenix. I'm going to write off Detroit at 100-1 because any team with Bill Laimbeer on it, I just can't view winning. The team from LA (Derek Fisher, Michael Cooper and Lisa Leslie) probably have a chance, Leslie played last night in the celebrity game so she's warm, and how can you not love Cooper's knee high socks. But Fisher, a member of last years Lakers team, I just can't root for, so that will hurt their chances. I'll give them a 15-1 odds of winning. The team from Phoenix (Leandro Barbosa, Dan Majerle and Tangela Smith) have a great shot. Both Barbosa and Majerle are sharp shooters and we've seen how deep Marjerle can shoot (circa '93 NBA Finals). I'm comfortable with laying down 4-1 odds on them winning. Especially given that have the home court advantage. The champions have a solid squad. Two hall of famers anchor the team and Becky Hammon is a real stud. However one thing is going to prevent them from winning tonight. While Duncan has been able to win numerous championships, he's never been able to win back to back titles, so I don't see them winning tonight either, Duncan will once again fall short of winning back to back. they get 7-1 odds.
Phoenix: 4-1
San Antonio: 7-1
Los Angeles: 15-1
Detroit: 100-1
The Skills Challenge is another fairly new activity added to the all-star festivities. An obstacle course of dribbling, passing and shooting and the fastest time wins. Generally you see point guards dominating the 4 person group, and this year is no different.
Devin Harris, Tony Parker, Derrick Rose and Mo Williams are the four who are entered this year. This group is harder to predict, there is some serious talent here. Rose is my long shot at 10-1. He's a rookie and may be distracted by all the hype and the stars sitting in the front row. But I predict in 3 years he owns this event. Williams, a late edition to the weekend festivities, has a 7-1 shot. He's the best shooter of the group, but I'm not sure he'll be able to compete with the speed dribble and passing of the three other point guards. Harris has been a on fire this year really elevating his game after the trade to New Jersey. He's got career highs in points and assists and I really like how he's developed his game. With his rise in status and stature, I'll give him a 4-1 shot in winning this event. Mr. Tony Longoria is my pick to win this thing. One of the premier point guards in the league, he has the speed, accuracy and shooting touch to blow the competition away. I'm going to give him a 2-1 shot at winning, and I think that is generous. I really like him as a player and would put him as a top 3 pg in the league.
Parker: 2-1
Harris: 4-1
Williams: 7-1
Rose: 10-1
The Three Point Challenge is one of my favorite of all time. How can you forget Larry Bird's epic performance at the 1988 contest, shooting the final round with his jacket on and walking away on his final shot with his finger in the air.
Well much like the slam dunk contest, it is not what it use to be. We don't have the legends that we use to, but there is one guy in this competition who I think can hang with them. Jason Kapono is as pure a shooter this league has right now and the list of competitors isn't that impressive. I think the league just took high percentage shooters and thought they could do the job. The left out guys like Eddie House who are pure shooters, this competition needs those type of guys. So I'm not too high on anyone else entered this year. Kapono is the clear favorite at 2-1. The guy I like next is probably Mike Bibby at 8-1. He's as close to a pure shooter the competition has. After that, it's a crap shoot, you can put Daequan Cook, Danny Granger, Rashard Lewis and Roger Mason all at 25-1. These are all good shooters, but can they shoot accurately at the speed neccesary to get up 25 shots in 60 seconds. They may want to focus more on getting 20 shots up accurately. Needless to say it's not going to be much of competition here.
Kapono: 2-1
Bibby: 8-1
Cook: 25-1
Mason: 25-1
Granger: 25-1
Lewis: 25-1
The Slam Dunk Contest use to be the premier event of Saturday night. We had guys like Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, Vince Carter and Kobe Bryant enter and absolutely made the event appointment television. These guys could actually dunk and be creative, unlike Nate Robinson who took 20+ attempts to win in 2006. However Dwight Howard set the bar last season and I hope to see some big things out of this years class. If there is a way to recreate the 1988 contest that had Jordan and Wilkins in the finals (by far the best contest ever) that would be great.
So lets start with the defending champion Dwight Howard. Last years super man dunk was amazing. Not only did he make all his dunks with authority, he added creativity and electrified the crowd. It appears he's as eager to captivate the crowd this year, and with his sheer physical nature, I expect him to win with some new dunks you'll be talking about at the water cooler this year. Howard gets 3-2 odds to take home the title. The sleeper in this thing is Rudy Fernandez, because honestly, I'm not sure what that white boy can do, and we all know that white men can't jump. However he appears to have some hops and I think he'll surprise some people. He'll come in with some European flair and I think that could help him. Give him a 7-1 chance. JR Smith is a guy I'd expect in the 3 point shootout these days. I know he competed in 2003, but he's changed his game to be more of a shooter, and I've seen the tapes, his '03 performance wasn't that impressive, go 10-1 for him. Which brings us to little Nate, the '06 winner. We all remember the embarrassment of his victory and while he had a nice run last year, I just don't think he's that good. Give me Spud Webb over him any day of the week. However he is a former winner and what else does he have going on in NY aside from practicing for this, so I'll give him 12-1 odds. Needless to say it's not going to be much of a competition, I just hope for good entertainment.
Howard: 3-2
Fernandez: 7-1
Smith: 10-1
Robinson: 12-1
And as you know the long last tradition of HORSE is being played this weekend. It's not something that will be highlighted in prime time, rather during some of the pregame hype. Kevin Durant, OJ Mayo and Joe Johnson will be competing in it, but I think they need to bring in Majerle for this one. Take a look at one of the most amazing two shots I've ever seen. He would be the clear winner.
I haven't played HORSE in years, and I'm not sure how I feel about the NBA using these type of gimmick games to draw more attention. At this rate, we can expect to see games like Knock-Out, King of The Court and 21 headlining the festivities of 2012. What I hope is the NBA can convince enough of its superstars to take part in the dunk and 3-point contest, like in the good old days.
Happy Valentines day to all, and remember, there is nothing more romantic than watching the All-Star weekend snuggled up with your better half.....really!!!!!
Tonight we have the Skills Challenge, Shooting Stars Challenge, Three Point Contest, Slam Dunk Contest and the H-O-R-S-E Competition and I'm sure it will all be quiet entertaining as well. I know the Sports "Gal" will be extremely happy with me catching it tonight over some wine, filet's and chocolates, just the ultimate romantic v-day dinner she had planned. In order to prep you guys for tonight, I'll try to handicap and breakdown each competition for you.
Let's start with the Shooting Stars Challenge. The point of this is to hit 6 shots from different locations on the floor between three team members, a current NBA star, a former NBA star and a WNBA star. It looks like this:
The crew from San Antonio (Tim Duncan, David Robinson and Becky Hammon) defend their title against teams from Detroit, LA and Phoenix. I'm going to write off Detroit at 100-1 because any team with Bill Laimbeer on it, I just can't view winning. The team from LA (Derek Fisher, Michael Cooper and Lisa Leslie) probably have a chance, Leslie played last night in the celebrity game so she's warm, and how can you not love Cooper's knee high socks. But Fisher, a member of last years Lakers team, I just can't root for, so that will hurt their chances. I'll give them a 15-1 odds of winning. The team from Phoenix (Leandro Barbosa, Dan Majerle and Tangela Smith) have a great shot. Both Barbosa and Majerle are sharp shooters and we've seen how deep Marjerle can shoot (circa '93 NBA Finals). I'm comfortable with laying down 4-1 odds on them winning. Especially given that have the home court advantage. The champions have a solid squad. Two hall of famers anchor the team and Becky Hammon is a real stud. However one thing is going to prevent them from winning tonight. While Duncan has been able to win numerous championships, he's never been able to win back to back titles, so I don't see them winning tonight either, Duncan will once again fall short of winning back to back. they get 7-1 odds.
Phoenix: 4-1
San Antonio: 7-1
Los Angeles: 15-1
Detroit: 100-1
The Skills Challenge is another fairly new activity added to the all-star festivities. An obstacle course of dribbling, passing and shooting and the fastest time wins. Generally you see point guards dominating the 4 person group, and this year is no different.
Devin Harris, Tony Parker, Derrick Rose and Mo Williams are the four who are entered this year. This group is harder to predict, there is some serious talent here. Rose is my long shot at 10-1. He's a rookie and may be distracted by all the hype and the stars sitting in the front row. But I predict in 3 years he owns this event. Williams, a late edition to the weekend festivities, has a 7-1 shot. He's the best shooter of the group, but I'm not sure he'll be able to compete with the speed dribble and passing of the three other point guards. Harris has been a on fire this year really elevating his game after the trade to New Jersey. He's got career highs in points and assists and I really like how he's developed his game. With his rise in status and stature, I'll give him a 4-1 shot in winning this event. Mr. Tony Longoria is my pick to win this thing. One of the premier point guards in the league, he has the speed, accuracy and shooting touch to blow the competition away. I'm going to give him a 2-1 shot at winning, and I think that is generous. I really like him as a player and would put him as a top 3 pg in the league.
Parker: 2-1
Harris: 4-1
Williams: 7-1
Rose: 10-1
The Three Point Challenge is one of my favorite of all time. How can you forget Larry Bird's epic performance at the 1988 contest, shooting the final round with his jacket on and walking away on his final shot with his finger in the air.
Well much like the slam dunk contest, it is not what it use to be. We don't have the legends that we use to, but there is one guy in this competition who I think can hang with them. Jason Kapono is as pure a shooter this league has right now and the list of competitors isn't that impressive. I think the league just took high percentage shooters and thought they could do the job. The left out guys like Eddie House who are pure shooters, this competition needs those type of guys. So I'm not too high on anyone else entered this year. Kapono is the clear favorite at 2-1. The guy I like next is probably Mike Bibby at 8-1. He's as close to a pure shooter the competition has. After that, it's a crap shoot, you can put Daequan Cook, Danny Granger, Rashard Lewis and Roger Mason all at 25-1. These are all good shooters, but can they shoot accurately at the speed neccesary to get up 25 shots in 60 seconds. They may want to focus more on getting 20 shots up accurately. Needless to say it's not going to be much of competition here.
Kapono: 2-1
Bibby: 8-1
Cook: 25-1
Mason: 25-1
Granger: 25-1
Lewis: 25-1
The Slam Dunk Contest use to be the premier event of Saturday night. We had guys like Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, Vince Carter and Kobe Bryant enter and absolutely made the event appointment television. These guys could actually dunk and be creative, unlike Nate Robinson who took 20+ attempts to win in 2006. However Dwight Howard set the bar last season and I hope to see some big things out of this years class. If there is a way to recreate the 1988 contest that had Jordan and Wilkins in the finals (by far the best contest ever) that would be great.
So lets start with the defending champion Dwight Howard. Last years super man dunk was amazing. Not only did he make all his dunks with authority, he added creativity and electrified the crowd. It appears he's as eager to captivate the crowd this year, and with his sheer physical nature, I expect him to win with some new dunks you'll be talking about at the water cooler this year. Howard gets 3-2 odds to take home the title. The sleeper in this thing is Rudy Fernandez, because honestly, I'm not sure what that white boy can do, and we all know that white men can't jump. However he appears to have some hops and I think he'll surprise some people. He'll come in with some European flair and I think that could help him. Give him a 7-1 chance. JR Smith is a guy I'd expect in the 3 point shootout these days. I know he competed in 2003, but he's changed his game to be more of a shooter, and I've seen the tapes, his '03 performance wasn't that impressive, go 10-1 for him. Which brings us to little Nate, the '06 winner. We all remember the embarrassment of his victory and while he had a nice run last year, I just don't think he's that good. Give me Spud Webb over him any day of the week. However he is a former winner and what else does he have going on in NY aside from practicing for this, so I'll give him 12-1 odds. Needless to say it's not going to be much of a competition, I just hope for good entertainment.
Howard: 3-2
Fernandez: 7-1
Smith: 10-1
Robinson: 12-1
And as you know the long last tradition of HORSE is being played this weekend. It's not something that will be highlighted in prime time, rather during some of the pregame hype. Kevin Durant, OJ Mayo and Joe Johnson will be competing in it, but I think they need to bring in Majerle for this one. Take a look at one of the most amazing two shots I've ever seen. He would be the clear winner.
I haven't played HORSE in years, and I'm not sure how I feel about the NBA using these type of gimmick games to draw more attention. At this rate, we can expect to see games like Knock-Out, King of The Court and 21 headlining the festivities of 2012. What I hope is the NBA can convince enough of its superstars to take part in the dunk and 3-point contest, like in the good old days.
Happy Valentines day to all, and remember, there is nothing more romantic than watching the All-Star weekend snuggled up with your better half.....really!!!!!
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
UNC/Duke Round 1
First off, let me apologize to the dozen of fans I have out there in not blogging before tonight. I've been caught up in a couple of things, but I'm back and will make an effort to make it up to you in the next couple of days.
So today is one of my favorite days of the sports year. My beloved Tar Heels travel "8 miles down the road" to take on the hated Duke Blue Devils. Obviously we'll leave the cliche's at home about how this is the greatest rivalry in college basketball, and a top 5 in all of sports, I'm just hoping for another exciting game, because I have the over of Dicky V saying "this is totally awesome baby" at 14. So as I'm parked on the couch, with my gear on and ready to go, I'm accompanied by my sports "Gal", who's entrenched with her magazines and watching me watch the game. I hope she doesn't start asking me about TomKat or Brangelina.......
So to get everyone excited and ready to go:
So today is one of my favorite days of the sports year. My beloved Tar Heels travel "8 miles down the road" to take on the hated Duke Blue Devils. Obviously we'll leave the cliche's at home about how this is the greatest rivalry in college basketball, and a top 5 in all of sports, I'm just hoping for another exciting game, because I have the over of Dicky V saying "this is totally awesome baby" at 14. So as I'm parked on the couch, with my gear on and ready to go, I'm accompanied by my sports "Gal", who's entrenched with her magazines and watching me watch the game. I hope she doesn't start asking me about TomKat or Brangelina.......
So to get everyone excited and ready to go:
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Celtics vs Lakers - Round 2
11:14 - Well this was fun. I hope you enjoyed it. I'll be doing more of this as other sporting events that I view I consider a "must watch". Have a good night, I'm off to attack my Phil Jackson voodoo doll.......
11:11 - It's 11:11. I'm making a wish......CRAP it didn't come true. What the hell was that? That was a foul. I really wish Comcast Sports Net was doing this game, I'd love to hear Tommy screaming and yelling at the refs.
11:10 - 3 seconds to go, not much time, no time outs, lots of shooters, what are we doing Doc?
11:07 - Who gets the ball, The Truth........NO, but wait Rondo with the board.
11:05 - Big BABY, and a Marv YEEESSSSSS!!!!!!
11:02 - You got to be kidding me. The refs are obviously on Phil's payroll.
10:59 - Back and forth we go. Ray Ray is really stepping up in KG's absence.
10:55 - What is Paul doing? That is the best Doc can come up with? Overtime here we come.
10:53 - Kobe misses, C's have the ball with 7 to play and a chance to win the game. Worst case we're going to overtime.
10:52 - Paul to the line for 2. Missed the first, ties it up with the second.
10:51 - Doc didn't listen to me, Baby stayed in and missed the wide open shot.........Oh wait, he "TOTALLY redeemed himself" by getting the offensive rebound.
10:49 - 46 seconds left, go with the small lineup, get Eddie in there and create some match up problems for the Lakers. I was never good at coaching, I'm not sure Doc's going to listen to me.
10:47 - Kobe is on FIRE!!!! Lakers up 1 and I'm starting to get worried.
10:46 - Is the Truth about to come alive? Big shot by him to go up 4.
10:39 - KG fouls out, the league is against us.....Powe has had such a good game, why is Big Baby in instead of him?
10:36 - Some serious celebrities at the game tonight. Of course god himself Bill Belichick and non other than Bell Biv Devoe's own Michael Bivins. Who doesn't enjoy a good Biv sighting....
10:31 - After being basically invisible all game long and being trashed by both Reggie Miller and Doug Collins on the broadcast, Lamar Odom has come alive a little. I know all you URI people hate seeing that.
10:26 - Great job by House and Powe to step up off the bench. If Powe keeps this up, Phil will have to call him by his real name. And does anyone know if Eddie's son is still sitting on the C's bench? That kid had some great access.
10:12 - A good way for the C's to close the half, but they are turning the ball way too much. An MVP chant just started for Pierce, and it reminded me of the conversation the TNT crew had about Kobe getting MVP chants in NY Monday night. What a disgrace.....I know your team sucks but really, you're rooting for Kobe Bryant????
10:03 - Did the Lakers not get the memo that Eddie House has hit 35 3's since January 12th?
9:53 - I had no idea that the C's lead the league in technical fouls. The good news is that Perkins is just behind Rasheed for the individual lead.
9:47 - Things are getting physical, a double T on Kobe and Rondo, don't back down young man, go right at the superstar.
9:44 - Ask and you shall receive, the D has picked up drastically and the ball is moving on offense. The lead has jumped to to 9.
Halftime - So the good news is that the C's up'd their shoot percentage to 44%, but the Lakers are still shooting a high number (48%). C's are up 52-51, but we need a little more intensity and aggressiveness, clamp down on the D and extend the 1 point lead. By the way does anyone else miss Charles on the broadcast? I know he needs to be punished but I hope they bring him back by the end of the season. No one tells it like it is like Charles does.
9:07 - You just can't leave the HOUSE. By the way, anyone else excited that the NBA added H-O-R-S-E to the all-star festivities? While I'm sure the participants in this years event will be good, none will be better than these two.
9:00 - The HOUSE is in the HOUSE!!!!
8:54 - Yesterday I proposed a trade between LA and Phoenix for Shaq, I think the Lakers heard me. Chris Mihm is off the bench and producing. Obviously he's being featured.
8:51 - It's Leon POWE, no Leon POW. You're getting paid a nice cushy salary, the least you can do is learn the players names.
8:43 - First quarter is over and two things stand out to me. The Garden seems a little flat tonight and its carrying over to the players. Also, Lakers are shooting almost 48% compared to the C's 35%, hopefully a little intensity and fire in the start of Q2 can change that.
8:41 - That's more like it Rondo.....The crowd seems a little quiet doesn't it?
8:39 - Rondo, what was that???? How many of you have friends that aren't watching the game right now because they have a prior obligation....sorry Tibbs.
8:36 - Sager looks pretty decent actually. I hate to admit that. Man that guy rocks some awesome ties.
8:34 - We're in our second commercial break and they haven't played the absolutely best commercial from the Superbowl. He's my PSA:
8:25 - You know that Odom sighting? So much for that....enjoy your seat on the bench big guys. Oh and thank you for bailing on the URI program after one year.
8:21 - 5-0 start, this could get ugly for the Lakers....wait, there was a Lamor Odom sighting.
8:16 - Does anyone know who KG throws his baby powder to now that Grandy and Max are not in the front row?
8:15 - Marv Albert's doing the game.....YEEESSSSS
8:12 - Remember the good old days of wrestling when you had Karl and Rodman battling the likes of Diamond Dallas Page and Hollywood Hogan?
8:01 - WOW, that's one hell of a draft night outfit Karl......No C-Webb tonight?
8:00 - Does anyone else miss those classic opens that Bob Costa use to do?
7:56 - We're minutes away from game time. I'm eagerly awaiting Craig Sager's outfit for tonight's game. Hopefully he's working the game. I'll be blogging live throughout the game, feel free to interject, I'll be here rooting hard for our C's.....
11:11 - It's 11:11. I'm making a wish......CRAP it didn't come true. What the hell was that? That was a foul. I really wish Comcast Sports Net was doing this game, I'd love to hear Tommy screaming and yelling at the refs.
11:10 - 3 seconds to go, not much time, no time outs, lots of shooters, what are we doing Doc?
11:07 - Who gets the ball, The Truth........NO, but wait Rondo with the board.
11:05 - Big BABY, and a Marv YEEESSSSSS!!!!!!
11:02 - You got to be kidding me. The refs are obviously on Phil's payroll.
10:59 - Back and forth we go. Ray Ray is really stepping up in KG's absence.
10:55 - What is Paul doing? That is the best Doc can come up with? Overtime here we come.
10:53 - Kobe misses, C's have the ball with 7 to play and a chance to win the game. Worst case we're going to overtime.
10:52 - Paul to the line for 2. Missed the first, ties it up with the second.
10:51 - Doc didn't listen to me, Baby stayed in and missed the wide open shot.........Oh wait, he "TOTALLY redeemed himself" by getting the offensive rebound.
10:49 - 46 seconds left, go with the small lineup, get Eddie in there and create some match up problems for the Lakers. I was never good at coaching, I'm not sure Doc's going to listen to me.
10:47 - Kobe is on FIRE!!!! Lakers up 1 and I'm starting to get worried.
10:46 - Is the Truth about to come alive? Big shot by him to go up 4.
10:39 - KG fouls out, the league is against us.....Powe has had such a good game, why is Big Baby in instead of him?
10:36 - Some serious celebrities at the game tonight. Of course god himself Bill Belichick and non other than Bell Biv Devoe's own Michael Bivins. Who doesn't enjoy a good Biv sighting....
10:31 - After being basically invisible all game long and being trashed by both Reggie Miller and Doug Collins on the broadcast, Lamar Odom has come alive a little. I know all you URI people hate seeing that.
10:26 - Great job by House and Powe to step up off the bench. If Powe keeps this up, Phil will have to call him by his real name. And does anyone know if Eddie's son is still sitting on the C's bench? That kid had some great access.
10:12 - A good way for the C's to close the half, but they are turning the ball way too much. An MVP chant just started for Pierce, and it reminded me of the conversation the TNT crew had about Kobe getting MVP chants in NY Monday night. What a disgrace.....I know your team sucks but really, you're rooting for Kobe Bryant????
10:03 - Did the Lakers not get the memo that Eddie House has hit 35 3's since January 12th?
9:53 - I had no idea that the C's lead the league in technical fouls. The good news is that Perkins is just behind Rasheed for the individual lead.
9:47 - Things are getting physical, a double T on Kobe and Rondo, don't back down young man, go right at the superstar.
9:44 - Ask and you shall receive, the D has picked up drastically and the ball is moving on offense. The lead has jumped to to 9.
Halftime - So the good news is that the C's up'd their shoot percentage to 44%, but the Lakers are still shooting a high number (48%). C's are up 52-51, but we need a little more intensity and aggressiveness, clamp down on the D and extend the 1 point lead. By the way does anyone else miss Charles on the broadcast? I know he needs to be punished but I hope they bring him back by the end of the season. No one tells it like it is like Charles does.
9:07 - You just can't leave the HOUSE. By the way, anyone else excited that the NBA added H-O-R-S-E to the all-star festivities? While I'm sure the participants in this years event will be good, none will be better than these two.
9:00 - The HOUSE is in the HOUSE!!!!
8:54 - Yesterday I proposed a trade between LA and Phoenix for Shaq, I think the Lakers heard me. Chris Mihm is off the bench and producing. Obviously he's being featured.
8:51 - It's Leon POWE, no Leon POW. You're getting paid a nice cushy salary, the least you can do is learn the players names.
8:43 - First quarter is over and two things stand out to me. The Garden seems a little flat tonight and its carrying over to the players. Also, Lakers are shooting almost 48% compared to the C's 35%, hopefully a little intensity and fire in the start of Q2 can change that.
8:41 - That's more like it Rondo.....The crowd seems a little quiet doesn't it?
8:39 - Rondo, what was that???? How many of you have friends that aren't watching the game right now because they have a prior obligation....sorry Tibbs.
8:36 - Sager looks pretty decent actually. I hate to admit that. Man that guy rocks some awesome ties.
8:34 - We're in our second commercial break and they haven't played the absolutely best commercial from the Superbowl. He's my PSA:
8:25 - You know that Odom sighting? So much for that....enjoy your seat on the bench big guys. Oh and thank you for bailing on the URI program after one year.
8:21 - 5-0 start, this could get ugly for the Lakers....wait, there was a Lamor Odom sighting.
8:16 - Does anyone know who KG throws his baby powder to now that Grandy and Max are not in the front row?
8:15 - Marv Albert's doing the game.....YEEESSSSS
8:12 - Remember the good old days of wrestling when you had Karl and Rodman battling the likes of Diamond Dallas Page and Hollywood Hogan?
8:01 - WOW, that's one hell of a draft night outfit Karl......No C-Webb tonight?
7:56 - We're minutes away from game time. I'm eagerly awaiting Craig Sager's outfit for tonight's game. Hopefully he's working the game. I'll be blogging live throughout the game, feel free to interject, I'll be here rooting hard for our C's.....
LeBron Triple Double......Oh Wait.
As someone who isn't too concerned about his own stats when he engages in organized sports, I had to chuckle with this story.......
Obviously after Kobe Bryant's 61 point performance at Madison Square Garden Monday night, you knew LeBron James was going to try and top that last night. I certainly think he did putting on quite the show last night, going for 52 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. This is only the third time someone has scored 50+ points while tallying a tripdub (Wilt and Kareem where the other two). An impressive feat by any standards we all agree.
However. the fine people of NBA FanHouse are questioning last nights triple double. Apparently they are disputing his 9th rebound, thus not giving him enough. If their theory is correct, it would not make the higher ups happy down in Bristol after they spent the entire morning ball washing LeBron's accomplishment.
See for yourself, tell me what you think?
The footage isn't clear, I can't really tell, but I can see why the statistician gave it to him. Seriously, they were in New York and they'll do anything they can to get him there for the summer of 2010.
Obviously after Kobe Bryant's 61 point performance at Madison Square Garden Monday night, you knew LeBron James was going to try and top that last night. I certainly think he did putting on quite the show last night, going for 52 points, 10 rebounds and 11 assists. This is only the third time someone has scored 50+ points while tallying a tripdub (Wilt and Kareem where the other two). An impressive feat by any standards we all agree.
However. the fine people of NBA FanHouse are questioning last nights triple double. Apparently they are disputing his 9th rebound, thus not giving him enough. If their theory is correct, it would not make the higher ups happy down in Bristol after they spent the entire morning ball washing LeBron's accomplishment.
See for yourself, tell me what you think?
The footage isn't clear, I can't really tell, but I can see why the statistician gave it to him. Seriously, they were in New York and they'll do anything they can to get him there for the summer of 2010.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
This Could Really Be SHAQTASTIC!!!!!
We are just about 26 hours away from the Christmas Day rematch and I can only think of one way to make this game better......
The Los Angeles Lakers lost their starting center, Andrew Bynum, Saturday to a torn medial collateral ligament in his right knee which will keep him out 8-12 weeks. Obviously this will hurt the Lakers front line but I have a solution. I don't know if Steve Kerr or Mitch Kupchack can swing this deal before tomorrow night, but I know of one person who wants this to happen.
Honestly, I was convinced that he hated Jerry Buss, Phil Jackson, Kupchack and of course Kobe Bryant and would never want to return, but today a report on NBC Sports surfaced stating Shaquille O'Neal wants to return. I've done my due diligence and I can make this trade work. Who doesn't want to see "The Diesel" along side Kobe and Phil entering the Garden for 7 game series for the NBA Finals. If we thought last year was big, having the most charismatic NBA player of this generation in the equation makes the rivalry off the charts.
So Mitch and Steve, this is all you have to do to make this happen. Send Shaq and his $21M (for the next two years) in exchange for Lamar Odom, Chris Mihm, DJ Mbenga and cash. This deal works.....LA gets Shaq back, while Phoenix clears up $14M in cap space for next year, putting themselves under the luxury tax and flexibility to rebuild from their aging club.
So join the club, help me make this happen. Shaq back with the Lakers will indeed be SHAQTASTIC!!!!!
The Los Angeles Lakers lost their starting center, Andrew Bynum, Saturday to a torn medial collateral ligament in his right knee which will keep him out 8-12 weeks. Obviously this will hurt the Lakers front line but I have a solution. I don't know if Steve Kerr or Mitch Kupchack can swing this deal before tomorrow night, but I know of one person who wants this to happen.
Honestly, I was convinced that he hated Jerry Buss, Phil Jackson, Kupchack and of course Kobe Bryant and would never want to return, but today a report on NBC Sports surfaced stating Shaquille O'Neal wants to return. I've done my due diligence and I can make this trade work. Who doesn't want to see "The Diesel" along side Kobe and Phil entering the Garden for 7 game series for the NBA Finals. If we thought last year was big, having the most charismatic NBA player of this generation in the equation makes the rivalry off the charts.
So Mitch and Steve, this is all you have to do to make this happen. Send Shaq and his $21M (for the next two years) in exchange for Lamar Odom, Chris Mihm, DJ Mbenga and cash. This deal works.....LA gets Shaq back, while Phoenix clears up $14M in cap space for next year, putting themselves under the luxury tax and flexibility to rebuild from their aging club.
So join the club, help me make this happen. Shaq back with the Lakers will indeed be SHAQTASTIC!!!!!
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Celtics vs Lakers
Anyone else gearing up for the rematch of the Celtics/Lakers Thursday night? I don't know about you guys but I certainly felt like the league gave the C's the shaft by making them travel to LA on Christmas Day. As the NBA Champion, I think it's only right to have that game at the Garden. Not to mention I had to watch that game in the confines of die hard 76ers fans with no love lost to any Boston sports teams. I had to spend the rest of my Christmas night listening to them rag on me. Not exactly how I expected my evening to go, but I did manage to remind them of the beat down the C's had just laid on their team a few nights earlier.
So in the spirit of getting hyped for the game, I thought I would show a few clips of my favorite moments between my beloved C's and hated Lakers:
This is probably my favorite non-game moment. Check out Magic at 1:06 into the clip
How can you not love the Antoine wiggle
I don't think McHale hit Rambis hard enough
And seriously, who doesn't want all NBA games to go back to this opening theme song
So in the spirit of getting hyped for the game, I thought I would show a few clips of my favorite moments between my beloved C's and hated Lakers:
This is probably my favorite non-game moment. Check out Magic at 1:06 into the clip
How can you not love the Antoine wiggle
I don't think McHale hit Rambis hard enough
And seriously, who doesn't want all NBA games to go back to this opening theme song
Monday, February 2, 2009
Super Comcast Porn
I was going to save my Superbowl post for tomorrow, but this one is just too good to pass up.....
You're hanging with your friends consuming large amounts of wings and beer, you just watched Larry Fitzgerald scamper 64 yards for the go-ahead TD when a celebration erupts, just not the kind you expected. Comcast subscribers in Tucson, AZ had their Superbowl feed switched to a 30 second porn clip of a women sitting on a couch trying to pull out a mans "package". She struggles, the man jumps up, drops his pants and shakes and slaps "it" against her body. Just as you're getting excited and ready for the climax, you are switched back to the game and get a different kind of climax (the Pittsburgh Steelers driving down the field for the game winning TD).
Obviously Comcast is investigating the situation and although it appears to be an isolated act, it looks as though it was a deliberate act by one of its employees. They are offering a whopping $5 credit to all of its subscribers...............I guess that's what 30 seconds of porn is going for these days. Seriously, you just can't make this stuff up even if you tried.....
You're hanging with your friends consuming large amounts of wings and beer, you just watched Larry Fitzgerald scamper 64 yards for the go-ahead TD when a celebration erupts, just not the kind you expected. Comcast subscribers in Tucson, AZ had their Superbowl feed switched to a 30 second porn clip of a women sitting on a couch trying to pull out a mans "package". She struggles, the man jumps up, drops his pants and shakes and slaps "it" against her body. Just as you're getting excited and ready for the climax, you are switched back to the game and get a different kind of climax (the Pittsburgh Steelers driving down the field for the game winning TD).
Obviously Comcast is investigating the situation and although it appears to be an isolated act, it looks as though it was a deliberate act by one of its employees. They are offering a whopping $5 credit to all of its subscribers...............I guess that's what 30 seconds of porn is going for these days. Seriously, you just can't make this stuff up even if you tried.....
Crazy Dunk
So I was playing some ball with some friends over the weekend and one of the guys dropped a crazy alley-oop dunk during the game. After the game ended we were reminiscing about the dunk and someone mentioned that he saw the most incredible alley-oop on YouTube the other day. Based on what he described I had to find it and he was right, it's totally sick!!!!
Take a look for yourself
What do you think, kind of looks like me doesn't it?
Take a look for yourself
What do you think, kind of looks like me doesn't it?
Welcome to the "Nutty About Sports" Blog!!!!
Hi There,
My name is Tom Kahana and I've decided to start this blog. I've been kicking around the idea of starting a blog for some time now, but I wasn't really sure what to focus on and what its purpose would be. After some soul searching and deliberating with myself, I decided to write about the thing I'm most passionate about......Sports!!!!
Obviously I don't think I'll be able to compete with the likes of Bill Simmons or Dan Patrick (at least not yet), and I certainly don't have the insider knowledge that they do, but I plan to use the internet to give you my thoughts on what's going on in the world of sports. I also don't have access to professional athletes or reporters; instead I'll present to you other "nutty" sports fans such as Tibbs, AK, Zano and Andykid and get their thoughts on things as well. Our topics and discussions will be no different than what you're discussing at the watercooler.
I hope you enjoy our perspectives and I encourage you to engage the discussion with your own opinions. And if there is ever a topic you'd like me to cover, please let me know.
Thanks
Tom
My name is Tom Kahana and I've decided to start this blog. I've been kicking around the idea of starting a blog for some time now, but I wasn't really sure what to focus on and what its purpose would be. After some soul searching and deliberating with myself, I decided to write about the thing I'm most passionate about......Sports!!!!
Obviously I don't think I'll be able to compete with the likes of Bill Simmons or Dan Patrick (at least not yet), and I certainly don't have the insider knowledge that they do, but I plan to use the internet to give you my thoughts on what's going on in the world of sports. I also don't have access to professional athletes or reporters; instead I'll present to you other "nutty" sports fans such as Tibbs, AK, Zano and Andykid and get their thoughts on things as well. Our topics and discussions will be no different than what you're discussing at the watercooler.
I hope you enjoy our perspectives and I encourage you to engage the discussion with your own opinions. And if there is ever a topic you'd like me to cover, please let me know.
Thanks
Tom
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