Woody Paige reads blogs, clearly doesn’t like to be ripped. Who does? (Bronco Talk)
Ricky Williams scored three times and the Dolphins beat the Panthers. The loss likely eliminates the Panthers from the playoffs. (PBP, Observer) Read the rest of this entry »
In a matchup that can only be described as even more scintillating than last week’s epic 49ers-Bears tilt, tonight’s installment of NFL Network’s much-plugged Thursday Night Football again features two teams with playoff aspirations. I remember when I was young and had things to aspire to. A month from now, when the Panthers and Dolphins are watching the postseason from their five-figure couches, they’ll know what I mean. Read the rest of this entry »
This weekend isn’t great. Couple of things to figure out in the Pac-10, a few to determine in the ACC, some clouds in the BCS picture that likely won’t be resolved until around 11 pm on December 5, and the beginnings of two rivalry weekends back-to-back. It’s always a fun time to hit the douchiest bar in your hometown (assuming you swung Monday and Tuesday off next week), because on Saturday night, you will run into at least one person you want to jack in the face. And what better way to watch Oregon/Arizona than that, right? We’ll keep these proceedings short. Go spend time with your families, you heathens. Read the rest of this entry »
Thierry Henry controlled the ball with his hand. He flicked it to William Gallas who headed it into the net. The goal, scored in extra time, sent France to the World Cup. On the surface it’s an unrequited romantic narrative. The heroic Irish were felled by dastardly Frenchman. The incident played firmly into prominent stereotypes and, unsurprisingly, the media reaction was harsh.
Oklahoma City 94, Orlando 108: This was payback for last week’s 28-point loss in the dust bowl. Vince Carter led six guys in double figures with 18, and Rashard Lewis nearly pulled off a triple double (17 points, 10 rebounds, 9 assists). If you’re going to be near a TV Friday, 9-3 Orlando visits 9-3 Boston. First meeting since last year’s terrific playoff series. KG vs. Dwight Howard is how we want to start our weekend. Also, the Magic are considering Antonio Daniels as a stop-gap at point guard while Jameer Nelson heals. Read the rest of this entry »
Jeremy Shockey vs. LeBron James: The Saints tight end dropped a strange gauntlet on twitter last night. The uninformed Shockey must have had one too many energy drinks - James was an accomplished high school football player, is perhaps the most freakish physical specimen in NBA (sports?) history, and at 6-foot-8, 265 pounds, he’s taller, heavier, and presumably faster than any tight end in the league.
An offside Thierry Henry handed the ball blatantly, before flicking it to William Gallas for a header in extra-time. France beat Ireland 2-1 as Irish chants of “Cheat, Cheat” punctured the background. Sportsmanship would dictate the match be replayed. It will strengthen calls for video replay.
Detroit 93, LA Lakers 106: Kobe had 40, and these two were his sickest of the night. He still leads the league in scoring, and you wonder if Ron Artest’s yapping has infected Kobe. First came the “I eat first” comment; now, he’s boasting about beating Pau Gasol 1-on-1. Seems strange. Andrew Bynum had his sixth straight double-double (17 points, 12 boards), and he’s got eight in nine games this year. Will Bynum scored 24 off the bench for Detroit. Read the rest of this entry »
Katy Perry … guess what happens when you report that your weed was stolen? … the middle class squeeze continues … Dawson Leery’s marriage ends after six years … Oprah’s show will leave ABC in 2011 … if you were married in Texas over the last few years, you’ll want to read this … newspapers in South Florida are not doing so well … how rude … 13-year-old busted trying to get a hooker who was an undercover cop … if you try to set your girlfriend - or anyone, really - on fire, shouldn’t you be automatically killed? … love the headline: Man beaten with squeegee after gas pump argument …
