I can't explain it, but I'm finding myself very interested in the Lakers. Old feelings are being rekindled. I ran across this video today. I posted on a Sports Illustrated message board defending Byron Scott's role on the 80's Laker teams. I looked up James Worthy posters on ebay. Something is happening. I think I'm forgiving Kobe. I think I'm cheering for the Lakers. I have wanted them to lose for so many years in a row. It feels so strange. But it is definitely happening.
Friday, April 25, 2008
I Wish I WIsh I Wish (from Sports Illustrated)
Rams owner denies LA move
Posted: Friday April 25, 2008 06:45AM ET
A recent proposal by California billionaire Ed Roski Jr. to build an $800 million stadium near Los Angeles, with the goal of attracting an NFL team, was met with raised eyebrows by concerned Rams fans here. Would Chip Rosenbloom, the team's new owner and a Hollywood filmmaker, shuttle the Rams back to his hometown? Rosenbloom on Thursday sought emphatically to allay such fears. "We have a lease (through the 2015 season), first of all. We have a commitment to St. Louis, secondly. We don't have any interest in moving to Los Angeles," Rosenbloom said at Rams Park. "Is that clear enough?"
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Tapping Into Old Hatred - I Didn't Even Know
It turns out I still hate the Celtics. I didn't even know it. I had actually been happy for them throughout this year. They should be good. I like Ray Allen, Kevin Garnett, and Paul Pierce.
But yesterday Sports Illustrated arrived and the Celtics shared the cover with the Lakers. Emotions I hadn't felt since 1987 were rekindled. For the first time since Shaq left the Lakers, I wanted them to win the NBA championship. I want them to play the Celtics, and I want them to win.
This is all very new. I may delve in a little more later. I was just told dinner is ready.
Let's go, Kobe.
Did I really just type that?
But yesterday Sports Illustrated arrived and the Celtics shared the cover with the Lakers. Emotions I hadn't felt since 1987 were rekindled. For the first time since Shaq left the Lakers, I wanted them to win the NBA championship. I want them to play the Celtics, and I want them to win.
This is all very new. I may delve in a little more later. I was just told dinner is ready.
Let's go, Kobe.
Did I really just type that?
Monday, April 14, 2008
Wow - You Can't Make This Up
I just returned from the Predators 5-3 victory over the Detroit Red Wings. It was without a doubt the most fun game I've been to. The hockey was fun. The fans surrounding me were unparrallelled.
About two minutes into the game I noticed the family of seven sitting behind me - four boys, mom, dad, and a nursing infant. I never actually saw the infant, but dad was holding something swaddled most of the game and occasionally mom would borrow the bundle for a few minutes.
Milk was not the only thing spewing from mommy.
The reason the family initially caught my attention was because their four year old kept yelling, "Detroit sucks!" Mom quickly countered with, "If you say that again we're leaving."
Now, I consider myself extremely blessed to be able to afford a single ticket to the playoff game. This family bought six tickets. The kid knew as well as I did that they weren't going anywhere. So about three seconds later, "Detroit sucks!"
It quieted down for awhile. I think I sensed a look from mom at that point. But then she gave the green light. The Predators weren't shooting the puck, and mom had had enough. She let them know it with a resounding, "Shoot the puck, dammit."
I could feel the giddiness resonate from the boys.
Mom has given up the high ground! Storm the castle! The words that followed are carved into my mind forever. I'm going to spare you. Just believe me, the baby was wincing.
Through all of this, I never saw dad say a word. He just held the baby until feeding time.
I think he was scared.
About two minutes into the game I noticed the family of seven sitting behind me - four boys, mom, dad, and a nursing infant. I never actually saw the infant, but dad was holding something swaddled most of the game and occasionally mom would borrow the bundle for a few minutes.
Milk was not the only thing spewing from mommy.
The reason the family initially caught my attention was because their four year old kept yelling, "Detroit sucks!" Mom quickly countered with, "If you say that again we're leaving."
Now, I consider myself extremely blessed to be able to afford a single ticket to the playoff game. This family bought six tickets. The kid knew as well as I did that they weren't going anywhere. So about three seconds later, "Detroit sucks!"
It quieted down for awhile. I think I sensed a look from mom at that point. But then she gave the green light. The Predators weren't shooting the puck, and mom had had enough. She let them know it with a resounding, "Shoot the puck, dammit."
I could feel the giddiness resonate from the boys.
Mom has given up the high ground! Storm the castle! The words that followed are carved into my mind forever. I'm going to spare you. Just believe me, the baby was wincing.
Through all of this, I never saw dad say a word. He just held the baby until feeding time.
I think he was scared.
Sunday, April 13, 2008
The Gates Open ... Don't Run - Speed-Walk
I tried to find some video of this, but couldn't. Yesterday CBS showed the gates open at Augusta National and people speed-walking to their chosen golf watching locations.
The speed walk is one of mans' most awkward inventions. I assume the speed-walk at Augusta is used in order to not appear rude and maintain a level of decency. Speed-walkers, you have failed.
The speed-walkers were impaired by their chairs and umbrellas. I think one guy was holding an arm in his hand (presumably the rest of his friend wasn't quite as speedy).
All this to say, if I'm ever at Augusta and by some chance get to the front of the line before the gates open, I'm going to run to wherever it is I want to go. No speed-walking for me.
The speed walk is one of mans' most awkward inventions. I assume the speed-walk at Augusta is used in order to not appear rude and maintain a level of decency. Speed-walkers, you have failed.
The speed-walkers were impaired by their chairs and umbrellas. I think one guy was holding an arm in his hand (presumably the rest of his friend wasn't quite as speedy).
All this to say, if I'm ever at Augusta and by some chance get to the front of the line before the gates open, I'm going to run to wherever it is I want to go. No speed-walking for me.
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Saturday, April 5, 2008
Final Four
This just in ... Memphis is really good. I have watched a lot of UCLA games the last three years. There are only two teams who have made them look like that. Florida and Memphis. The better team won tonight.
I think the Tennessee/Memphis game was the most important game of the season for both teams. Memphis needed the loss and I honestly believe the win was the ruination of Tennessee's season. They thought they had arrived. They never looked hungry to me after that win. The mental aspect of sports is amazing. Who'd think a win could ruin your season?
Watching the UNC/Memphis game is frustrating for me. I really don't care who wins. I think the referees started helping UNC when they were down 28. I know referees cannot overcome a twenty-eight point deficit, but if UNC comes back, they were helped. Refs have to call the game like it is tied no matter how different the score is. Have I mentioned I hate referees? It's a problem.
Billy Packer, why do you talk?
Jim Nantz, this isn't Augusta.
Kevin Love, please come back.
Darren Collison, see Kevin Love.
I think the Tennessee/Memphis game was the most important game of the season for both teams. Memphis needed the loss and I honestly believe the win was the ruination of Tennessee's season. They thought they had arrived. They never looked hungry to me after that win. The mental aspect of sports is amazing. Who'd think a win could ruin your season?
Watching the UNC/Memphis game is frustrating for me. I really don't care who wins. I think the referees started helping UNC when they were down 28. I know referees cannot overcome a twenty-eight point deficit, but if UNC comes back, they were helped. Refs have to call the game like it is tied no matter how different the score is. Have I mentioned I hate referees? It's a problem.
Billy Packer, why do you talk?
Jim Nantz, this isn't Augusta.
Kevin Love, please come back.
Darren Collison, see Kevin Love.
Friday, April 4, 2008
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