Archive for the ‘NBA’ Category
Shaq vs. Big Show in September?
Cleveland Cavaliers center Shaquille O’Neal might face The Big Show at a three-hour live Monday Night Raw special in September. Shaq made an appearance on Monday Night Raw two weeks ago where he knocked down The Big Show at the end of Raw. [Wrestlezone]
Knox and Bonds: The HKS Market Watch
1) Rashard Lewis tested for elevated levels of testosterone because of an over-the-counter-supplement.
Jamey: Sell. I have reached a point where I don’t believe any athlete’s excuse for taking PEDs. I give him credit for taking it like a man and talking about it right away, but the NBA and NFL get a free pass [...]
Why Isiah Thomas Will Succeed at FIU
Considering how many times Florida International’s head coach Isiah Thomas has failed in the past, this is a risky prediction. It was a big shock when Thomas decided to become the new head coach at Florida International. He immediately brings a big name credibility that this school hasn’t had. Growing up as a fan of [...]
Rashard Lewis Suspended for Steroids
Orlando Magic forward Rashard Lewis will be suspended for the first 10 games of next season after he tested positive for a testosterone-producing steroid. Lewis was taking nutritional suppliments towards the end of last season that contained a substance (DHEA) that is banned by the NBA. [Orlando Sentinel] Is this a sign of things to [...]
Late Night Links (Tim Tebow Has a Flaw)
Superman has one flaw: UCLA coach Rick Neuheisel said Florida quarterback Tim Tebow needs experience under center and dropping back. Neuheisel said Tebow’s transition to the NFL could be tough. [Dan Patrick Show]
Boldin was a wanted man: Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin said he knew of 15 teams that wanted to trade for him [...]
NBA Schedule Released
The NBA schedule was released today and the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics open the season with the debut of Shaq in Cleveland. The second part of the doubeheader consists of the Los Angeles Lakers and Kobe Bryant receiving their championship rings against Blake Griffin and the Los Angeles Clippers. The Orlando Magic travel to Atlanta [...]
Somehow Shelden Williams is Going to Get a Ring This Season
Somehow former Duke forward Shelden Williams was drafted in the first round of the NBA Draft. Somehow Williams married former Lady Vols star Candace Parker. Now, Williams is real close to getting an NBA ring. The Boston Celtics signed Williams to a one-year, $1.3 million contract worth the veteran’s minimum. If Williams wins a ring [...]
Will the Sophomore Slump Hit Joe Flacco or Matt Ryan?
The proverbial sophomore slump happens ever season to some NFL players in year number two. Last season, two rookies had very good seasons, leading their teams to the playoffs. Baltimore Ravens quarterback Joe Flacco and Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan both exceeded expectations in their first season in the league. Chances are that one of [...]
Afternoon Updates (Iverson going to Europe?)
Another HKS woman ties the knot: Heroes actress Ali Larter tied the knot with fiancé Haynes MacArthur on Saturday. We loved her ever since her whip cream bikini in Varsity Blues. [E Online]
An Eagle starter is done for the season: Philadelphia Eagles middle linebacker Stewart Bradley suffered a torn ACL during a scrimmage on Sunday. [...]
Required Reading
Local:
5 things to watch as Fall Camp begins for UT. [Go Vols Xtra]
Pennington breaks down current SEC football commitments. Freaking Informative. [Mr. SEC]
Regional:
Russell Wilson’s the best QB no one’s talking about. [Charlotte Observer]
Who’s hot and who’s not in New Orleans? [Times-Picayune]
Ever wonder, “What in the heck’s Craig Biggio into these days”? [NW Arkansas Times]
The Grizzlies [...]