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The NBA image problem: Who really is to blame?

Submitted by Mr. Basketball on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 01:08
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By Michael Illiano

Before I go on my usual knock on today's game, I want to give a history lesson. This is not the first time that NBA Commissioner David Stern has had problems with the image of his league. In the 1970's, the league was going through all sorts of issues. It was coming off the era of Jerry West, Bill Russell, and Wilt Chamberlain and was struggling.

Exclusive: Ralph Nader on Politics, Tim Donaghy, and Sports in America

Submitted by Fred Richani on Thu, 12/10/2009 - 18:54
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Ralph Nader is a former Presidential candidate and one of the most prominent politicians of his generation, but no one would know it. While he is cool, calm, collected, and always sharply dressed, Nader is essentially what all politicians are not—aware, concerned, and for the people.

Mike Dunleavy: You're Fired!

Submitted by Fred Richani on Wed, 03/10/2010 - 20:45
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Los Angeles Clippers fans (all five of them and Bill Simmons) can now rejoice. Former Clippers Head Coach and most recently, their GM, Mike DumbDunleavy has been fired by Donald "I swear I'm not racist. I just get sued a lot" Sterling.

Apparently, Mr. Dunleavy is shocked, appalled, and other adjectives to describe the aforementioned words.

Maybe it was his six-and-half miserable seasons as coach, leading LA to a 215-325 record and just one miraculous playoff run in 2006. That's just a guess though.

Lamar Odom on attention received from celebrity marriage

Submitted by Fred Richani on Wed, 03/10/2010 - 20:27
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Los Angles Lakers forward Lamar Odom on celebrity attention surrounding marriage with Khloe Kardashian.

Lakers snap three game skid

Submitted by Fred Richani on Wed, 03/10/2010 - 14:45
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Raptors 107 (32-30) , Lakers 109 (47-18)

Kobe Bryant did it again. Kobe's late game heroics helped guide his LA Lakers past the Chris Bosh-led Toronto Raptors.

Want to know what sealed the deal?

Check out this clutch shot by Kobe as only he can produce.

Kobe Bryant eludes Antoine Wright's defense for the game winner:

Lakers talk about recent struggles

Submitted by Fred Richani on Tue, 03/09/2010 - 12:05
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Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson, Derek Fisher, Pau Gasol, and Kobe Bryant talk about their team's recent struggles in the midst of a three game losing streak.

Lakers coach Phil Jackson:

Allen Iverson: Alcohol and Gambling take their toll

Submitted by Fred Richani on Mon, 03/08/2010 - 14:25
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According to ESPN.com, multiple NBA sources say Allen Iverson is facing alcohol and gambling issues that have derailed his career and threaten his post-basketball well-being, Stephen A. Smith of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports in a column published Monday.

Rose City Connection: Does Marcus Camby = Upgrade?

Submitted by Fred Richani on Mon, 03/08/2010 - 01:36
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In this episode of the Rose City Connection, fans at the Blazers game discuss the trade of Marcus Camby for Travis Outlaw and Steve Blake. They tell if it's an upgrade or downgrade for the team. Features an appearance by Super Bowl hero Tracy Porter of the New Orleans Saints!

NJ Nets' Kryptonite to losing? The NY Knicks

Submitted by Fred Richani on Sun, 03/07/2010 - 10:54
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My buddy Joe Pompa aka "Turtle from Entourage only 1,000 times more miserable on a regular basis" had this to say about Saturday night's game between the Knicks and Nets. Keep in mind, Mr. Pompa is a Knicks fan...

9:13 pm: I want (Mike) D'Antoni's head after this game

9:49 pm: T-Mac (Tracy McGrady) better be hurt if he's not playing

9:50 pm: You lose a close game to the Nets, still unacceptable, but tolerable. Blown out? Not [expletive] happening.

Needless to say Pomp wasn't happy.

Rodney Stuck update

Submitted by Fred Richani on Sat, 03/06/2010 - 12:48
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Detroit Pistons guard Rodney Stuckey collapsed during a timeout in a game versus NBA Central rivals the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Pistons strength and conditioning coach Arnie Kander updated Stuckey's state via The Associated Press: "He's doing well," Kander said Saturday morning. "All the tests have come back negative."

"It was a more dramatic this time because it was on TV," Kander said. "I think he's going to be OK. When we talked last night, he sounded normal."

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