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Friday, June 6, 2008
from D2 (Ohio/NY) on Celts in Game 1
So they looked really good I thought. Big three didn't have the jitters I thought they would. If they can take game 2 - I'm pretty comfortable with Celts in 6 (if Pierce can recover that is)
"Global Warming"
Man-made or not, stop polluting, conserve energy and become a better steward of what God has given us. That's common sense. Breathe cleaner air, drink purer water.
As far as "Global Warming," it has become a political issue for personal gain. And "they" say Democrats are against capitalism ...
As far as "Global Warming," it has become a political issue for personal gain. And "they" say Democrats are against capitalism ...
Jason Taylor to New England
for Matt Cassel ... Miami needs help at QB and Cassel was great at calling in plays for Brady.
Will Barak H. Obama succumb
to selecting Hillary R. Clinton as the VP candidate? Would it be the DNC's (Democratic National Committee) ultimate downfall or dream ticket?
BIG picture
If the Boston Red Sox expect an easy road to the AL East division title, they may want to watch their back.
Shields pitch that hit Coco may have been a statement for the season. MLB's Tampa Bay Rays are willing, and obviously, ready to fight to dethrone the Boston Red Sox.
Personally I think the only thing keeping the Boston Red Sox from repeating as AL East champions would be injuries; not the play of Tampa Bay or any other team in that division.
Shields pitch that hit Coco may have been a statement for the season. MLB's Tampa Bay Rays are willing, and obviously, ready to fight to dethrone the Boston Red Sox.
Personally I think the only thing keeping the Boston Red Sox from repeating as AL East champions would be injuries; not the play of Tampa Bay or any other team in that division.
Sports Analyst
Our pastor's wife is like a chorus-analyst ...
My favorite sports analysts:
NBA - Hubie Brown, w/ growing respect for Jon Barry
MLB - Peter Gammons
NCAA men's basketball - believe it or not, former Dukie, Jay Bilas
My favorite sports analysts:
NBA - Hubie Brown, w/ growing respect for Jon Barry
MLB - Peter Gammons
NCAA men's basketball - believe it or not, former Dukie, Jay Bilas
I still doN'T like
Kobe but I did respect his game last night. He was a woeful 9 of 26 from the field for 24 points; including 6 of 6 from the foul line and 0 for 3 from distance. But he didn't "press." He passed to open teammates, took good shots and simply came up short.
KG was 9 of 22 from the field. He didn't show up in the 4th. He had one thunderous follow-up dunk. But if the "Big Ticket" is going to get a ring this year, post up hard and finish strong every time!
KG was 9 of 22 from the field. He didn't show up in the 4th. He had one thunderous follow-up dunk. But if the "Big Ticket" is going to get a ring this year, post up hard and finish strong every time!
I LOVE this NBA Finals
BECAUSE of all the classic moments associated with the Los Angeles LAKERS rivalry with the Boston CELTICS.
I watched these two teams battle in the formidable stages of my basketball interest. Magic leading the break, Kareem's sky-hook, Michael Cooper's high socks, defense & three-point shooting, UNC alum James Worthy, Byron Scott and even AC Green's memorable performances ... Crazy to think how big of a LAKERS fan I was.
I watched these two teams battle in the formidable stages of my basketball interest. Magic leading the break, Kareem's sky-hook, Michael Cooper's high socks, defense & three-point shooting, UNC alum James Worthy, Byron Scott and even AC Green's memorable performances ... Crazy to think how big of a LAKERS fan I was.
Paul Pierce
When I played in high school and "college" no one ever doubted my effort. I played with "heart"; which is a polite way of saying I didn't possess a lot of skill or much basketball intelligence. But I dove on the floor and hustled.
At times I would get legitimately twisted up and/or knocked down ... and being tired from all that hustle; I didn't "fake" an injury, but would certainly take an extended break to regain my teams and my own energy ... Plus, I did feel as though I was tough (inspirational, even) because I came back into the game with a taped thumb, sprained ankle or strained something ...
Last night in game 1 of the NBA Finals, Boston Celtics F/C, Kendrick Perkins, fell into teammate and team captain Paul Pierce's knee. For extra measure Perkins popped him in the back of the head with his elbow.
Pierce went down, had to be carried off the floor by teammates and then was rolled into the locker room in a wheelchair.
Pierce stated he heard something "pop," believing his play in the 2008 NBA Finals was finished.
Less than one (1!) minute later, he learned it was only a sprain. One-minute and four seconds later Paul Pierce came jogging out of the tunnel and to the Celtics bench.
"Doc" put him in the game and Pierce hit back-to-back three's.
It is ridiculous for anyone to put this event in the same sentence with Willis Reed's heroics. But, for an athlete to hear the proverbial "pop" in a knee, it is devastating to the psyche.
But I laughed when DJ from Colorado texted me, "Come on! A wheelchair! Really? Come on!"
I just hope Pierce really is good to go for the rest of the NBA Finals.
At times I would get legitimately twisted up and/or knocked down ... and being tired from all that hustle; I didn't "fake" an injury, but would certainly take an extended break to regain my teams and my own energy ... Plus, I did feel as though I was tough (inspirational, even) because I came back into the game with a taped thumb, sprained ankle or strained something ...
Last night in game 1 of the NBA Finals, Boston Celtics F/C, Kendrick Perkins, fell into teammate and team captain Paul Pierce's knee. For extra measure Perkins popped him in the back of the head with his elbow.
Pierce went down, had to be carried off the floor by teammates and then was rolled into the locker room in a wheelchair.
Pierce stated he heard something "pop," believing his play in the 2008 NBA Finals was finished.
Less than one (1!) minute later, he learned it was only a sprain. One-minute and four seconds later Paul Pierce came jogging out of the tunnel and to the Celtics bench.
"Doc" put him in the game and Pierce hit back-to-back three's.
It is ridiculous for anyone to put this event in the same sentence with Willis Reed's heroics. But, for an athlete to hear the proverbial "pop" in a knee, it is devastating to the psyche.
But I laughed when DJ from Colorado texted me, "Come on! A wheelchair! Really? Come on!"
I just hope Pierce really is good to go for the rest of the NBA Finals.
Thursday, June 5, 2008
GOON
NOT the great back-in-the-day movie "Goonies" but straight up GOON!
After Boston Red Sox outfielder Coco Crisp was intentionally hit by James Sheilds' pitch (presumably in retaliation to a hard slide Coco made into second base the night before), Coco charged the mound, ducked a right hook from Shields, landed a right to the back side of Shields head and then was wrapped up and wrestled to the ground by Tampa Bay Rays catcher Navarro.
Benches cleared and we all witnessed cheap shot Jonny Gomes, #31 of MLB's Tampa Bay Rays, come running out of the dugout and jump on a restrained Coco Crisp. Gomes wasn't trying to break up the fray, he started throwing punches to Coco's back and head. Then, as the ruckus heightened #13 Carl Crawford comes, literally, sliding in throwing shots at Crisp's head and face.
Now I'm entertained by brawls and I enjoy old school Ultimate Fighting Championship videos. But what a dirty, chippy, thug-type move.
Even IF Gomes or Crawford was sticking up for their pitcher or teammate who was the recipient of Coco's hard slide the game before, you don't start throwing punches on a guy who's already down.
After Boston Red Sox outfielder Coco Crisp was intentionally hit by James Sheilds' pitch (presumably in retaliation to a hard slide Coco made into second base the night before), Coco charged the mound, ducked a right hook from Shields, landed a right to the back side of Shields head and then was wrapped up and wrestled to the ground by Tampa Bay Rays catcher Navarro.
Benches cleared and we all witnessed cheap shot Jonny Gomes, #31 of MLB's Tampa Bay Rays, come running out of the dugout and jump on a restrained Coco Crisp. Gomes wasn't trying to break up the fray, he started throwing punches to Coco's back and head. Then, as the ruckus heightened #13 Carl Crawford comes, literally, sliding in throwing shots at Crisp's head and face.
Now I'm entertained by brawls and I enjoy old school Ultimate Fighting Championship videos. But what a dirty, chippy, thug-type move.
Even IF Gomes or Crawford was sticking up for their pitcher or teammate who was the recipient of Coco's hard slide the game before, you don't start throwing punches on a guy who's already down.
from G2 regarding the NBA Finals
I say Celts in 7. I'd have Garnett on Odom and Perkins on Gasol. As far as who guards Kobe, I might take my chances alternating Allen and Peirce. Allen played great D on Hamilton last series but struggled with foul trouble. Whoever you have guarding Kobe really dosent matter a whole lot cause he's going to get his no matter who is on him. The Celts really need to also focus on offense and make sure they don't have any lapses, like last series.
1st Place
The Boston Red Sox have reclaimed the top spot in the AL East. They are so deep that last year's utility player Eric Hinske (who I bought an autographed baseball at a non-profit church camp silent auction for $35.00) was the "Top Batter" for Tampa Bay.
I understand Hinske isn't a perennial all-star or even a household name.
But even with "Papi" out and knowing he can't be replaced by anyone in baseball, the Red Sox have the luxury (some may say that only money can buy) to be deep enough to compete and send utility players to be other teams top performers.
Red Sox repeat!?!
I understand Hinske isn't a perennial all-star or even a household name.
But even with "Papi" out and knowing he can't be replaced by anyone in baseball, the Red Sox have the luxury (some may say that only money can buy) to be deep enough to compete and send utility players to be other teams top performers.
Red Sox repeat!?!
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
"She" is out!?!
Hillary has lost; and now Barak H. Obama is preparing to mount a fierce campaign versus Republican nominee John McCain for the United States of America presidency.
I wish there was a true conservative in the race; and to me, it is going to come down to voting for the lesser of two evils.
Politics intrigues me because there is so much power given to so few.
I wish there was a true conservative in the race; and to me, it is going to come down to voting for the lesser of two evils.
Politics intrigues me because there is so much power given to so few.
the North Carolina Tarheels
Men's Basketball
Depth chart:
Is there any?
Back up F/C Alex Stepheson is transferring to a school closer to his family due to family health challenges. He played great in the 2008 NCAA tournament which saw the 'Heels lose to eventual champion, Kansas, in the Final Four.
PLUS starting backcourt (Lawson, Ellington) and outstanding 6th man (Green) have declared for the NBA draft.
Fortunately Ellington didn't stand out at the pre-draft camp and Green wants to be a lottery pick; so hopefully for Tarheel fans, those two will return and join Hansborough for another opportunity at the NCAA men's basketball championship.
Lawson is fast; and good. Is he ready for the NBA? I didn't think Raymond Felton was ready; and he's turned out the best yet from that class (McCants, May, Marvin Williams).
Depth chart:
Is there any?
Back up F/C Alex Stepheson is transferring to a school closer to his family due to family health challenges. He played great in the 2008 NCAA tournament which saw the 'Heels lose to eventual champion, Kansas, in the Final Four.
PLUS starting backcourt (Lawson, Ellington) and outstanding 6th man (Green) have declared for the NBA draft.
Fortunately Ellington didn't stand out at the pre-draft camp and Green wants to be a lottery pick; so hopefully for Tarheel fans, those two will return and join Hansborough for another opportunity at the NCAA men's basketball championship.
Lawson is fast; and good. Is he ready for the NBA? I didn't think Raymond Felton was ready; and he's turned out the best yet from that class (McCants, May, Marvin Williams).
Like Being the Mayor
a national sports talk show host shares that talk radio is:
Like being the mayor. Everyone thinks it’s easy and they can do a better job. So develop a thick skin because listeners believe they can do a better job and you’re a moron.
Like being the mayor. Everyone thinks it’s easy and they can do a better job. So develop a thick skin because listeners believe they can do a better job and you’re a moron.
Out Of A JOBA
Joba Chamberlain's starting debut for the New York cellar-dwellers was less than inspiring. He has an impressive arm though, throwing one pitch 101 mph. But in the first inning alone he walked 3 and had to throw 38 pitches!
I know I'm a Red Sox homer and I shouldn't bust on this 22-year-old kid who couldn't finish the 3rd inning and was charged with a balk. But it is a little fun to watch a rivalry's prodigy not perform so well. Hopefully it won't come back to bite me/Red Sox nation.
I know I'm a Red Sox homer and I shouldn't bust on this 22-year-old kid who couldn't finish the 3rd inning and was charged with a balk. But it is a little fun to watch a rivalry's prodigy not perform so well. Hopefully it won't come back to bite me/Red Sox nation.
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Office Space
One of my all-time favorite comedies; especially now that I live in a cubicle 40 hours a week.
I'd have to say my Top 5 Comedic Movies are:
1. Dumb & Dumber
2. Happy Gilmore
3. Tommy Boy
4. Office Space
5. So I Married an Axe Murdered
I'd have to say my Top 5 Comedic Movies are:
1. Dumb & Dumber
2. Happy Gilmore
3. Tommy Boy
4. Office Space
5. So I Married an Axe Murdered
Top Chef
If you have not had the opportunity to watch this "reality" show on Bravo, turn the channel this Wednesday night @ 10 and watch Top Chef.
Intriguing, insightful and unscripted.
I could eat rare hamburgers covered with blue cheese crumbles and topped with thick slices of hickory smoked bacon in between a homemade honey wheat roll nearly every day.
But, with all the bad press on red meat, I've had to learn how to cook and impress through different avenues than a gas grill.
Intriguing, insightful and unscripted.
I could eat rare hamburgers covered with blue cheese crumbles and topped with thick slices of hickory smoked bacon in between a homemade honey wheat roll nearly every day.
But, with all the bad press on red meat, I've had to learn how to cook and impress through different avenues than a gas grill.
A gallon of milk ($3.89)
is cheaper than a gallon of gasoline ($3.93); which wouldn't be that surprising except for the fact that I live in freakin' VERMONT -- the state which used to be known for having more cows than people.
2008 NBA Draft: EASTERN CONFERENCE
Who would you take?
What 2008 Eastern conference play-off team needs to make the biggest move to become a legitimate 2009 NBA Championship contender?
Detroit needs a complete overhaul. Get rid of Flip and Rasheed. I'd try to work out a deal with Jordan and Charlotte's 9th pick for UNC alum 'Sheed and Afflalo. Or even better, send 'Sheed, Stuckey, Ratliff and Herrman to Miami for the #2 pick and get Beasley. (Who the HECK is Herrman anyway, a Darko wannabe?)
Cleveland - who wants any of those guys? They have absolutely no trade-value on that team. Maybe they should trade LeBron to NY for another bunch of guys who can't play and start over.
Orlando - get a guard! Trade up. Send Hedo, Jameer, Bogans and JJ to Minnesota for Mayo and McCants.
Toronto - ship Ford, Brezec and Kapono to Denver and bring Camby back with Diawara thrown in.
Wizards - get healthy & play together. PERIOD. Draft a bench. With the 18th pick don't pass on Douglas-Roberts.
Phila - you have the 16th pick. Do something. Choose wisely, the nucleus seems to be playing well.
Atlanta - was the 1st round a fluke, going 7 games vs. the eventual Eastern conf. champion Boston Celtics? Childress is terrible, play Law more and get a center. Maybe they could pick up Alexis Ajinca from France or GU's Hibbert ...
As for the lottery picking teams, trade the pics for more good players. Look at Cleveland, one super all-star can't win you a championship.
What 2008 Eastern conference play-off team needs to make the biggest move to become a legitimate 2009 NBA Championship contender?
Detroit needs a complete overhaul. Get rid of Flip and Rasheed. I'd try to work out a deal with Jordan and Charlotte's 9th pick for UNC alum 'Sheed and Afflalo. Or even better, send 'Sheed, Stuckey, Ratliff and Herrman to Miami for the #2 pick and get Beasley. (Who the HECK is Herrman anyway, a Darko wannabe?)
Cleveland - who wants any of those guys? They have absolutely no trade-value on that team. Maybe they should trade LeBron to NY for another bunch of guys who can't play and start over.
Orlando - get a guard! Trade up. Send Hedo, Jameer, Bogans and JJ to Minnesota for Mayo and McCants.
Toronto - ship Ford, Brezec and Kapono to Denver and bring Camby back with Diawara thrown in.
Wizards - get healthy & play together. PERIOD. Draft a bench. With the 18th pick don't pass on Douglas-Roberts.
Phila - you have the 16th pick. Do something. Choose wisely, the nucleus seems to be playing well.
Atlanta - was the 1st round a fluke, going 7 games vs. the eventual Eastern conf. champion Boston Celtics? Childress is terrible, play Law more and get a center. Maybe they could pick up Alexis Ajinca from France or GU's Hibbert ...
As for the lottery picking teams, trade the pics for more good players. Look at Cleveland, one super all-star can't win you a championship.
2008 NBA Finals PREDICTIONS
Boston CELTICS: 6 games (2), 7 games (3)
Los Angeles LAKERS: 5 games (3), 6 games (4), 7 games (3)
Los Angeles LAKERS: 5 games (3), 6 games (4), 7 games (3)
An UNOFFICIAL personality test/survey/poll
When you use a public bathroom facility to go the proverbial, "#2," do you use the bathroom stall closest to the door, middle or furthest from the door? I believe with that answer I will be able to tell a lot about you.
Now, for even greater depth of who you truly are (for men only; unless ... ),
If you walk in to an empty public bathroom which has three urinals, which one do you stand at?
My test results revealed that I am a very self-confident, yet sensitive man.
Now, for even greater depth of who you truly are (for men only; unless ... ),
If you walk in to an empty public bathroom which has three urinals, which one do you stand at?
My test results revealed that I am a very self-confident, yet sensitive man.
the Boston Red Sox
With David Ortiz, "Big Papi," hurt and out at least until the all-star break, is there any way the Boston Red Sox have a chance at post-season play? Is repeating as MLB World Champions completely out of the question?
Francona is more fortunate than most managers who lose their clutch performer. Though Varatek is the leader of the team (much like Paul Pierce of the Boston Celtics), Ortiz is the emotional leader (very similar to KG).
Francona definitely has options; move Manny to DH or even Casey. Fortunately, this team is relatively deep. Although no one can replace "Papi's" power in the batter's box, there is more than one guy who can/will step up and get base hits and/or RBI's.
PLUS what the HECK happened to Okajima last night? Not even an inning and he gives up 4 runs. That's his 5th blown save ... He is my favorite player because he's underpaid and (usually) performs extremely well. Pedroia-DESTROYA is a stud as well.
{My 4-yr. daughter's favorite player is "JOE-dacoby."}
... another question, will Yankees Joba do anything as a starter? Does it hurt them as a team game-in-game-out only having the "throw-at-Youk-cause-I'm-a-bum" pitching every 5th game?
Francona is more fortunate than most managers who lose their clutch performer. Though Varatek is the leader of the team (much like Paul Pierce of the Boston Celtics), Ortiz is the emotional leader (very similar to KG).
Francona definitely has options; move Manny to DH or even Casey. Fortunately, this team is relatively deep. Although no one can replace "Papi's" power in the batter's box, there is more than one guy who can/will step up and get base hits and/or RBI's.
PLUS what the HECK happened to Okajima last night? Not even an inning and he gives up 4 runs. That's his 5th blown save ... He is my favorite player because he's underpaid and (usually) performs extremely well. Pedroia-DESTROYA is a stud as well.
{My 4-yr. daughter's favorite player is "JOE-dacoby."}
... another question, will Yankees Joba do anything as a starter? Does it hurt them as a team game-in-game-out only having the "throw-at-Youk-cause-I'm-a-bum" pitching every 5th game?
Monday, June 2, 2008
2008 NBA Finals
Rivalry Renewed
Boston vs. Los Angeles
Celtics/Lakers
The last time these two teams met in the NBA Finals, Los Angeles won it's first of back-to-back championships. It also marked the last time the Boston Celtics were playing for the NBA championship. That was 1987.
The 80's featured Magic vs. Bird and a supporting cast of dream match-ups; Kareem, Worthy, AC Green & Byron Scott against Danny Ainge, DJ, McHale & Robert Parish.
This year's NBA Championship series will also highlight key players bound for the Hall of Fame. League MVP, Kobe Bryant, vs. the Truth, Paul Pierce. KG against Odom, Perkins vs. Gasol, Ray Allen, Rajon Rondo, Derek Fisher and some other guy ...
But, in my not so humble opinion, the x-factor will be if Coach "Doc" Rivers will be able to keep up with Finals-experienced coach, Phil Jackson.
I'd love to see the Celtics win in 6; but it is more than realistic that the Los Angeles Lakers could win in 5.
How will Rondo match-up with D. Fisher? Can Pierce and Posey contain Kobe? Who the heck is Ray going to guard? Will that be an advantage for Ray on the offensive end? KG should dominate in the middle as long as he posts up, don't you think? Should Perk be on Gasol or Odom?
Boston vs. Los Angeles
Celtics/Lakers
The last time these two teams met in the NBA Finals, Los Angeles won it's first of back-to-back championships. It also marked the last time the Boston Celtics were playing for the NBA championship. That was 1987.
The 80's featured Magic vs. Bird and a supporting cast of dream match-ups; Kareem, Worthy, AC Green & Byron Scott against Danny Ainge, DJ, McHale & Robert Parish.
This year's NBA Championship series will also highlight key players bound for the Hall of Fame. League MVP, Kobe Bryant, vs. the Truth, Paul Pierce. KG against Odom, Perkins vs. Gasol, Ray Allen, Rajon Rondo, Derek Fisher and some other guy ...
But, in my not so humble opinion, the x-factor will be if Coach "Doc" Rivers will be able to keep up with Finals-experienced coach, Phil Jackson.
I'd love to see the Celtics win in 6; but it is more than realistic that the Los Angeles Lakers could win in 5.
How will Rondo match-up with D. Fisher? Can Pierce and Posey contain Kobe? Who the heck is Ray going to guard? Will that be an advantage for Ray on the offensive end? KG should dominate in the middle as long as he posts up, don't you think? Should Perk be on Gasol or Odom?
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