Tuesday, January 31, 2006
Brother Man Lou Rawls ain't even burried hardly into the ground&His Estranged wife was already Cussing out His Daughter Louanna about the Money&everything else in between.Lou Rawl's Wife Nina is 37 years younger than Lou,but she is a typical Gold Digger trying to collect. eeven story goes she told Lou Rawls to get a Pre-Nup. there is a Audio tape floating around the internet with conversations between the Wife&Daughter&it's right out of a Soap Opera Meets Jerry Springer. Lou had a huge hit with "you'll never find,another love like mine",but if He could Re-Mix it would be I don't want another Lover like you again&what was I thinking??the Brother wasn't even fully in the Ground&His Wife was digging the Gold teeth out&Cashing them in.so sad.
RIp to Coretta Scott King
have to pay respect to One of the Most Influential People to ever grace the Planet. Coretta Scott King was more than Dr.Martin Luther King's Wife,she was also a Lady who stood for Civil Rights&the Empowerment for all Americans. she was a true Leader who had a strong Soul.She touched so many lives she died at only 78 years old in her sleep,but Her time on Earth meant so much to so many.with Black History Month coming around the corner,Coretta Scott King was a Historical Figure that will Never be forgotten.
Sunday, January 29, 2006
Kayne West on the cover of Rolling stone as Jesus???
Rolling stone Magazine is a trip,they are still selective about the Black Faces that grace there Cover. Kayne west is a Alright Artist,nothing special to me.dude ain't met a Camera He didn't like. you'd think that Madonna&Puffy was His Parents with the always trying to stay in the Media or in the camera at any cost. I don't have any Problem with Him Posing as Jesus.I truly Believe that Jesus was Black&that is a whole different discussion. but anyway I have a Problem with a cat that will do anything that says see buy my album&just comes across more Arrogant than Sincere.I applauded Him for what He said about George Bush&katrina. I like some of His songs,but on a whole He leaves me kinda just there.so i find the Irony of a Magazine that use to be selective that is nowadays willing to do anything for the spotlight&will put almost anybody on there cover.somehow Kayne&Rolling stone deserve one another.they have had Moments,but the Quality overall ain't there.
ever forget to send back your Music or Video club card?
you just happen to be going on with your day&didn't sign you ddidn't want a particular Movie,Book or Music&it gets sent to you&the date that you have to get it back is like two days away is crazy. this past week a book came to my house that I didn't order&I knew right away don't open it&just send it back. of course there have those times in the past when a Company sends something that you didn't order&they know it's so bad that they don't want it either. they actually will hook you up. I gotta laugh about it from time to time.
Oprah versus james Frey=Don King
Oprah Winfrey can do whatever she wants on her show. she can sell anything&Her Loyal faithful will buy it,but who in there right mind would buy that she didn't fully investigate james Frey's Book before making it Book of the month? Oprah came out with Boxing gloves on the other day to a Poor sympathic figure in James Frey than the Beloved everybody loves type of talk show host. Oprah was more closer to getting Don King on board to get this thing going. I can't believe with a straight face that Oprah didn't fully have all the I's dotted&the T's crossed upon having this Guy on Her show back in October of last year?? this had a Jerry Springer type of feel to it dare I say on Oprah's part for additional Ratings.
Thursday, January 26, 2006
Wilt Chamberlin still being down-played
Congradualtions to Kobe bryant's 81 points. that was a incredible Performance no doubt. but I'm watching some of these sports writers trying to down play what Wilt chamberlin accomplished back in 1962.Chamberlin is One of the Greatest Players Ever. He scored a 100 points. the Man Averged 50 points&25 rebounds in a season once. Heck he once lead the league in Assits for one whole season. still all you hear is that Wilt Chamberlin was just under the basket&dunking,etc... meanwhile they are saying Kobe Bryant because of His Versatility to Score outside,inside&Create spacing is someone better than what Chamberlin did&that is plain Non-Sense. scoring is Scoring period.there is a reason why certain Players just truly stand out for there greatness.applaud it all&don't try to down play it.something about a Big Man is never truly given there due.like it's always expected to Be Big&Dominate but that always the case. still the Big Man in Basketball is always in a Catch 22 put it takes someone to pass the ball to them to be in that position in the first place.
American Idol:anything goes
the 90's had Jerry Springer,the 00's have American idol which has had a grip on people of all backgrounds,sexes,ages,etc... I don't get into the show because it's pretty Predictable after a while,but the basic elements that they show keep you laughing. despite all the scandals,turmoil&Controversys this show just keeps going strong. it's no secret that when they select who makes it deep into there shows they are looking to clone someone. the guy who owns the show has rights over all the Acts that make it onto the show&Beyond. this show truly controls it's own destiny unlike any other show that I have ever seen. it truly is a Teflon Don of Tv shows. earlier I compared this show to Jerry Springer&with the exception of a few things, that ain't that far fetched.
Laser Lights at a NBA Game??
last night in Atlanta in the game between Atlanta&cleveland when Lebron James was at the free throw line there was a Laser light at Lebron James. it was very scary.those kind of things can't be allowed at any games.security right about now is tighting up&sooner or later at NBA games there might searches&things to Prevent any of this foolishness going on.it's one thing to distract the Opposing team,but to bring something that openly targets a Light right on a Player is very dangerous&whomever is doing that should be barred from entering that sporting event. I ain't never seen anything like that before&I hope to never see that again.if anything happens to Lebron James on the court that would truly get the NBA's attention.
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Januaray 28,th 1986
hard to believe it's been almost 20 years to the date that space shuttle the Challenger crashed on national tv upon going to the Moon. that was a scary&tragic sight for sore eyes to see.I was off from school that particular day just sitting in the House with My Grandmother watching CBS News&then it all happen within a matter of seconds.it was truly mind-blowing to see this.this was pre Internet,Pre Cell Phone displaying news,information,etc... this was a Powerful moment that never left my mind.Rest in Peace to all the Lives lost&the family,friends.
Sunday, January 22, 2006
Kobe Bryant scored 81 Points!!!!!!!!!
this is a Historic night. you know you gotta do something pretty incredible to make the NFL Conference Championship games 2nd page news,but Kobe Bryant did just that tonight. Only Wilt Chamberlin has scored more Points in a NBA Game with 100 back in 1962. Kobe Bryant might be on a scrubby team,but His Talent is always a show that you gotta stay tunned for. He is One of the Greatest Players Ever&He keeps adding to His Legacy.Love Him or Loath Him He is a Driven Man.
Seattle Versus Pittsburgh in the Super Bowl
well now it's down to the Final two teams. how many people truly saw this one coming? Pittsburgh is the first 6th seed team to make it to the super Bowl. this is there 6th appearence they have won 4. this is there first since 1996 when they lost to the Dallas cowboys 27-17. this is Seattle's first superBowl Appearence in there 30 year History. Seattle Coach Mike Holgram is coaching his 3rd super bowl. in Green Bay He Won one&Lost another. he is the 5th coach to lead two different teams to the superBowl. a interesting stat thus far no Coach has ever won with two different teams.these teams are pretty evenly matched up. alot of interesting stories involving these two teams.two weeks away&this should be a interesting Super Bowl.two Teams with alot to Prove.
Antonio Davis Leaped into the stands to check in on his Wife
last week in chicago New York Knicks Player Antonio Davis leaped into the stands to see what was happening between his Wife&a Fan who was apparently Heckling Her. now the Guy says that if the Davis's say they are sorry that he won't sue.I hope the Davis's don't say nothing to this Guy.I think the League&other sports leagues should curb alcohol usage right after Halftime because incidents are bound to continue.Antonio Davis got a 5 game suspension&He is also President of the Players,but because of what happen in Auburn Hills in Detroit last year between the fans&the Indiana Pacers is why suspensions are now set in stone. you have to be careful for all partys.I wouldn't be surprised if in the future that there are seperate Luxury seats for relatives,friends of the players to avoid these kind of incidents.Fans will Curse,harass&get downright nasty with a Visiting player or team,but there is a line you should never cross. this will be interesting to see how it plays out in the future.
Saturday, January 21, 2006
Props to Youtube.com
gotta give youtube.com much props&daps because it is a video site where People control. more often than not alot of these sites or associates have web sites where the major companys&whatnot dictate what video is shown or put there,but this spot has fans post music clips&performances of there favorite artists&performances over the years.just for me to see Older soul train episodes which ain't ever getting the light of day is a treat.it's nice every once in a while to go back down memory lane. this is One of the Most happening sites on the internet.they have videos from all eras which is a great thing.dare i say it feels cutting edge for the internet.
Wednesday, January 18, 2006
Oprah Winfrey:Book club Fact or flap??
so Oprah has a Book club Flap with her choice for Book club James Frey's "a Million Little Pieces" which apparently has some added parts.now how many times have we heard about Writers adding things or making things up within the past few years?I mean there was a time when Major Newspapers would have there own sources&Laugh at the tabloids,but nowadays it's hard to tell fact from fiction&who is playing by the rules.Oprah is the Modern day John Hancock because once she endores something then it's in stone&spoken as the truth.Oprah's word is Bond.you may as well call Her the "Teflon Donna".this won't do much against Oprah or Her Book club Respect,but James Frey may or may not catch some fall out.stay tune.this is the best Book that Oprah could re-Promote&truly bring even more Fact or Fiction to the story line.
TV Set in your bedroom=no Sex??
that is what is coming out of Italy during a recent survey.if you watch Tv is it gonna make you look at your Lover any less?I mean the tv influences so many things&now if you have it in your bedroom that ain't the romantic thing to have around now? well lets see what else would be considered a turn off in a Bedroom for those moments? what happens if you hang up a ugly Picture of a Music Artist? a Actor or Actress?? a Athlete that is making a crazy expression?so many things can hurt the mood more than a Tv.I wonder who does these kind of surveys&who do they interview to know the Results? anyway it has a big time buzz going.
NFL slow with Hiring more Black Coaches
now granted there are 6 Black Head Football coaches in the NFL,but with the recent opening of 10 jobs thus far quite a few coaches with no previous head coaching jobs have gotten the gigs&what makes it so bad is that 3 of the top football coaches this year are Black.Tony dungy,Lovie smith(who Won Coach of the year with the chicago Bears)&Marvin Lewis all were top coaches this year.i hope the NFL don't go backwards.I remember just 18 years ago when Art shell got hired with the Oakland Radiers,but hasn't had a gig since which is a real mystery. no matter what some folks think there is stll quite a few NFl higher ups who don't feel a Black Man Can Lead a team.the NFL says the National football League,but sometimes like in other areas of up grade in a Job I wonder if it means Negros Forget Leadership??
Tuesday, January 17, 2006
the Boondocks=Buffon Tv
how this mess goes for a tv show is beyond me.Aaron Mcgruder is Arrogant&full of himself.He came on Nightline last night talking about that Dr.martin Luther King Jr would be out of step today? I'm like what has your Buffon done to speed along race relations in the country? this is also a Show that Oepnly uses the "N" Word like it ain't nothing.social commentary without having a balance is just wrong.the newspaper cartoons were interesting at one point,but this mess of a tv show is a bad joke that hopefully will end.
Happy Birthday to the Greatest:Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali is the Greatest&Means so much to Me.He truly stood for so much.not only a Great Boxing Heavyweight Fighter,but also a Social&Civil Rights Leader.He spoke out against the Vietnam war&His refusal to join the War back in the mid to late 60's cost him 3 years of His Fighting Career.but He was a Person who stood for something. He truly touched&Moved so many People World-wide.His Legacy is timeless&when you say the Greatest there is only one Name that always comes to Mind.where have the Athletes that speak out on Social injustices&other issues gone to? Muhammad Ali was on top of the World,but He still made Sure He spoke his mind.no matter where you stand with someone's Opinions or views you always have to applaud someone who thinks for themselves.Muhammad Ali was His own Man.He was to the Boxing ring what Richard Pryor was to a stage.Poetry in Motion.Genius that demands your undivided Attention.Happy Birthday to the Greatest.
Monday, January 16, 2006
Props to Curt floyd
Props to curt floyd for challenging Baseball's free agency back in 1970. today alot of players have the option of going where they want&to move over to other teams,but there was a time when a Player was stuck with a team.initally Curt Floyd lost His case&it went all the way to the supreme court.Curt Floyd was a very good baseball player,but for challenging the Powers that Be He was black-balled.if a player isn't working out or isn't comfortable in a situation then you have to have that choice to move on.Props&Respect to Curt floyd.
Pro Referees turning into Hollywood Award shows?
well this past weekend in the games between New England&denver, Sunday Pittsburgh&Indianapolis&then Carolina&Chicago there were some serious suspect calls on the field. for years alot of sports fans have had Olvier Stone&Spike Lee Conspiracy type mentality&in alot of ways things aren't so far-fetched. that Pittsburgh game with that bad over turned Interception was a Bad Joke period. Stevie Wonder could see that was a Interception. there is a Preception that the Ref's&the Powers that be wanted Payton Manning to Win that game.I expect fixes in Hollywood Music&Movie award shows for various reasons.,but not in Pro Sports.I mean say it ain't so??there is always the preception that all Major sports cover up for the Superstars. while SuperStars are treated differently does that mean making a obvious call go the other way?I mean how many extra eyes are needed when it comes to what is as plain&simple?? even with a upstairs extra pair of eyes&when that is not enough then what??
Payton Manning&Eli Manning lost:thank you
i'm so tired of the Mannings in the NFL. they are like the Bush Family or something.always getting all this love&nobody ain't won nothing. I go to the store or see direct tv ads&I gotta see Payton Manning everywhere.I'm like dude win something.you don't see Tom Brady plastered over everywhere.Payton Manning is a Great Quarterback but is Overrated for all the Hype He gets.His Brother Eli turned down going to San Diego in favor of playing in New York&He is a good player already,but has a ways to go before He is considered Great.Name always sells you in the united states but don't you have to win something before you are called a household name??
Sunday, January 15, 2006
Dr.King:We don't need the White House:You Are King
Many Faces have come through doors Promises,&Promises still we wait
to been seen as a equal&we wait,meanwhile war,natural disaster,racism,
sexism, plaque us as a nation still for all the technilogy&beauty that
makes our land&country we still aren't free still looking for a answer
as hungry people of all ages are hungry as diease is as common as going
for a happy meal as common as paying taxes&yet dare i hear terms of
political correctness while we still can't even have half human correctness
but yet term correct a behavior that is window dressing in a land that has
cast many actors,but yet having made the people who the correction
was intended for fully part of the cast&so the song&dance continues
as we wonder what the next beatdown on tape shall come?what next mother
Wallace,mother Shakur&unknown mother's will wait for answers as babys who have been promised a life of liberty&justice never are blessed with a voice
at the biggest house our king is eternal:without a house
to been seen as a equal&we wait,meanwhile war,natural disaster,racism,
sexism, plaque us as a nation still for all the technilogy&beauty that
makes our land&country we still aren't free still looking for a answer
as hungry people of all ages are hungry as diease is as common as going
for a happy meal as common as paying taxes&yet dare i hear terms of
political correctness while we still can't even have half human correctness
but yet term correct a behavior that is window dressing in a land that has
cast many actors,but yet having made the people who the correction
was intended for fully part of the cast&so the song&dance continues
as we wonder what the next beatdown on tape shall come?what next mother
Wallace,mother Shakur&unknown mother's will wait for answers as babys who have been promised a life of liberty&justice never are blessed with a voice
at the biggest house our king is eternal:without a house
Friday, January 13, 2006
Harry Belefonte spoke his mind on Bush& I agree
I applaud Harry belefonte for speaking his mind.why we have tolerated George Bush¬ called him out more often is beyond me.everything that Harry Belefonte said I agree a 110% easily.Harry Belefonte has been instrumental in so many causes&done so much throughout the whole world&He knows what is going down.we need more people to call out on a President who doesn't show any respect for our Troops,who is only concearned about Money,Power&Oil.I ain't forgot about New Orleans at all.I agree with what Kayne West said about Bush not caring about Black People.Harry Belefonte ain't afraid to say what is on his mind&I wish more people would step up&show a spine.
friday the 13nth
is it really that scary? growing up you always were made to be afraid&watch out for ladders or walking here&there on this particular date,but funny thing what happens if similar things happen to you on Thursday the 12th or Saturday the 14nth?? now as a fan of Horror films I always dug some of the friday the 13nth Films,but over time you can't be getting all caught up in superstitions. if you break a glass or window on the 13nth are you anymore cursed than you were already??
Glory Road comes out tonight
this Basketball Movie tells the story of the College basketball team texas Western of how they played in 1966 for the Ncaa title game which they won over Kentucky. now the story is about Texas Western being the first college basketball team to start 5 black players against Kentucky's 5 White players.40 years ago it was a eye opener.today it's no biggie,but as little as 40 years ago it was a big deal for a college coach to have 5 starting Black Players.Kentucky had Pat Riley on that team.He told Film Maker Jerry Bruckenheimer about the film. all Black Players who have the choice to either play in College or go directly to the Nba owe the 5 Soul brothers a Debt of Gratitiude for paving the way.without what happen 40 years ago there might not be a commerical for the Lebrons.it's always important to pay respect to the people who came before us&open up doors that might not have been there.it wasn't that long ago.
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
ever been the token Black?
it's funny be it at work or in school or in other places where you find the only place that resembles you or can relate to you is looking right back at you in the Mirror.when conversations start up about Movies,Tv shows,&Other forms of entertainment. then the Politically Correct Police come out&say hey lets ask the PC Question to the Black Man about this for that token Cookie Moment. it's a trip how you can get taken out of a Conversation be it you ain't interested or you don't fit what is being discussed even though you are a Human being as is everyone else.sometimes it feels as if some folks talk right through you&Yet all eyes are on you.go figure??
Baseball's ultra tight Hall of fame rules
today the Hall of fame only acknowledged Bruce Sutter as a inducte.I'm like where is Jim Rice,Andre Dawson,Dale Murphy,Goose Gooage,Lee Smith??????there dumb percentage rules make no sense whatsoever.it's funny when baseball cracks on the NFL or the NBA for the amount of People that get inducted but Baseball is still stuck in the Caveman days of being so Picky.so much more should taken into account.Baseball wonders why it's no longer the national pasttime well episodes as this plays a big part.I still want Pete Rose in there.
Bode Miller admitting to sking while Drunk
you don't want to be doing alot of things while you are drunk&One of them near the top of that list is sking. that sport is fast&down those slopes&Slick turns you gotta be aware of dips&bumps in the road.so this past sunday on CBS's 60 minutes Bode Miller admitted sking but with a buzz.it's pretty crazy to say the least.I've never heard of any such thing&I bet it will get ignored.imagine to seeing a Breath taste to test for Alcohol on the slopes?
Sunday, January 08, 2006
David Lettermen went after Bill O'Reilly on his Show
and there is a Long line around blocks that wish they had the same chance to speak to such a Over-blown Turkey such as Bill O'Reilly. O'Reilly is a Supporter of everything Conservative&He is a Bigot in my eyes&from the readings where He has made his stance on alot of issues quite known.this Cat is a 2nd-3rd tier Journalist who got his big break on a Tv show called Inside Edition which was like Hard copy meets Entertainment Tonight.I ain't that big on David Lettermen.I think He is alright at best,but He was so full of himself that He lost out on the Tonight show to a Hack like Jay Leno.but anyway Lettermen said that He finds 60% of what O'Reilly says to be Crap.I say about 96% personally.I respect O'Reilly's Ability To Pimp this Hard Core conservative vibe,but dude ain't the Mr.Rogers meets Billy Graham like He likes to Protray to be.O'Reilly is a Loaded cat who gets to say what he wants.the TV Ratings were huge for the Encounter&that isn't a shocker at all.
Jon Stewart the Oscar choice:really desperate now
Jon Stewart is boring to me&then you bring him to a show as stuffy&long winded as the Oscars&you have the makings for a even longer show.I have watched Jon stewart since his MTv days&other projects&He has always been good for one thing: a good long Nap.dude ain't never moved me.He Bombed badly on the Grammys.His Jokes are the kind that when your Boss has a meeting there is always 1-2 people that will laugh at them even though they are so corny&Weak that in the back of your mind that you wish the sandman from the Appollo Tv show would come on out&yank this fool out of there ASAP.Jon Stewart is the choice since Chris Rock turned it down&He was uncomfortable on the stage last year&he was just ok to me up there.Jon Stewart is even worse to me,but hey the Oscars is more show than show.
Happy Birthday to R.kelly
R.kelly is My Favorite Musical Artist Ever&Today happens to be His Birthday&I wanted to give a shout Out to the Chicago native who has blended so many styles of Music as One.today is a good day for Stepping.every time there is a Music Artist or Entertainer that I dig then I always remember Birthdays because there work has truly made a Impact on me. be it R&B,Pop,Hip-Hop&Other forms of Music R.Kelly has lead the Musical Charge.the Man has Helped so many Careers over the years the known&Unknown.the Brother is a Musical Genius&Creates Music that uplifts such as "I believe I can Fly" got Classic cuts for Lovers like Bump&Grind, got Songs that make you reflect such as "I Wish"&If I could turn back the hands of time",Religious Love, songs where you feel good "Step in the Name of Love,Happy people,Thank God it's friday. Happy Birthday to the King of R&B Music&a Artist who has always done things His own way.
the return of Merv Leavy to the Buffalo Bills
this was the best news that I have gotten about my football team in years.My football team has stunk up the joint the past several years&this is a Welcome sight.Merv Leavy might be 80 years Old but He has the spirit&Attitude of a Man who is 40 years old.He is gonna be my team's GM&He is gonna have alot of Impact on what our team does.this is something that should have happened quite a while back if you ask me.we didn't win a super Bowl but Merv lead us to 4 straight Super Bowls which is a Great Accomplishment in itself.Welcoem Back Home to Our Greatest coach in team History.
Dick Clark the return
He emerged a week ago&it's a welcome sight.the Man known as the Oldest teenager on the Planet had a stroke over a year&change ago&he came back last satuarday night to bring in the New Year. Dick clark with His Ground-Breaking show American Bandstand did alot to Bring Black&White People together on his show back in the late 50's early 60's.He has always been successful in so many fields&when you see guys liek Ryan Seacrest,Carson Daily amongest others they are cut from the Dick Clark School of Presentation&media.a New Year's Eve Special on ABC wouldn't be the same without Dick Clark.
Friday, January 06, 2006
Thomas"HitMan" Hearns caught a case for hitting his Son
back in the Mid 80's out of all the Middleweights in Boxing which included Sugar Ray Leonard,Marvin hagler,Roberto Duran amongest others,Thomas "HitMan" Hearns was my favorite. that fight with him&Hagler is One of the Greatest 3 rounds of Boxing that I have ever seen.both Hearns Fights against Sugar Ray Leonard are classic as well.well this week Hearns caught a Case from hitting his 13 year Old son.my take:if your daddy is known as HitMan then you know he ain't playing.if Thomas Hearns tells you to leave your Brother's room or any room period you run quick.these days we are in the "Time Out" Era which to me is comical.back in the day Time Out meant that in a Basketball game that a team was taken it to you,but nowadays when a Kid acts up you give them 5 minutes to themselves.I don't condone physical harm,but alot of these Kids need to be reminded who the parent is.Hearns is Old School&folks from back in the day is like what is the Problem?
Wednesday, January 04, 2006
Texas Wins the title over Usc College Football title
first of all Congradulations to Both teams for playing a great game.Usc came into the game with a 34 game winning&they played really good,but Texas was better&were more comfortable.Vince Young texas QB was incredible. this game lived up to the Hype&even more.Vince Young's Performance is way up there amongest the greatest performances that I have ever seen on the college level.He is easily a top pick in the upcoming NFL draft. He might have lost the Hesiman trophy this year to Reggie Bush,but there was no argument tonight at who played the best football on the field.Vince Young threw for 267 yards&ran for 200 yards was incredible. now USC's Lindel White was great tonight.Matt Linear USC Quarterback had a very good game as well.
Lindsey Lohan:another story in Hollywood
Hollywood is so predictable because you have another Young Actress/Enertainer who is way too skinny got a drug Problem&yet as long as the money is green nobody seems to say nothing until you hear about a break down.often the tabloids put stuff out there,but this one has had legs for months but nobody tried to push it more.seeing a young actress with arms not much bigger than a tooth pick should scare you.hopefully Lindsey Lohan will be able to get it together,but something tells me sadly she won't be the last actress in Hollywood to go down this road.
Tuesday, January 03, 2006
January feels like December minus the Holdays
funny how every january I always feel like it's part 2 of December just like it was a Movie in Hollywood.the difference is the rememberence of Demcember to January can be the weather, the vibe of People,money in my pocket or just a friendly air that I stumble across. sometimes I day dream&feel like One Month is just like a Re-Mix to a song.another way of feeling the same thing except in a different light.maybe all the Family buzz&good time spent with talking with family&Friends just carrys over.
Maurice Clarett:what happens next?
3 years ago Maurice Clarett was on top of the world leading his college team Ohio state to a national title. 3 years later he just got out of jail after turnng himself in after being accused of attmepted Robbery of a couple of people.Clarett has had his issues,but He was right about Ohio state pushing his talents.I applauded Clarett for challenging the NFL&trying to get in the draft early. He in alot of ways didn't get a fair shake.He was trying to find himself&didn't get a full chance at getting where he needed to be or get.no matter what happens Maurice Clarett was a very good football player who didn't all that his gift appeared to be.we have been down this road before with other Promising Kids who either made some bad choices or just didn't feel like they had much hope.time will tell.
Sunday, January 01, 2006
Kobe Bryant:What in the World is going on?
Kobe Bryant caught a two game suspension following his elbow to the thorat of Basketball player Mike Miller of the Memphis grizzles.Kobe to me still ain't faced the fact that he ran Shaq out&that this Laker team is aside from Lamar Odoms working with alot of 2nd&3rd tier players emulating starters.Phil Jackson for all of His Zen Magic can't re-create His Incredible Past with this team.Kobe had His Off court issues&Has seen His star come way down considerably. He is a Great Player&already one of the All time greats as we speak,but the Cat just lacks leadership qualitys&hasn't made anybody better. His teammates are scared of him&the lack of that that person to keep things real with him has hurt him.He is in His Prime&yet it seems like He has had way too much too soon.He is stressed&can't handle the pressure of being a true leader.being a Bully ain't the mark of a Leader it just shows a Player who still ain't fully understood just how good he truly had it.i will personally never give the LA Lakers anymore Respect for trading Shaq.I don't have nothing good to say about Laker Owner Jerry Buss either.the Lakers are Cursed&don't seem to care.the sad part:is that if they had One legit Piece with Kobe now they could even give the San Antonio Spurs a serious run for a chance at the finals.
Nfl Playoffs start now
end of the season for my Buffalo Bills which was pretty much a done deal two months ago.alot of teams are off as well.this NFl Season on a whole was more interesting off the field than on.so now we have the World champion New England patriots going to the Post season,Indianapolis Colts the best record in the league(the return of Tony Dungy)Pittsiburgh,jacksonville,cincinnati&the Denver Broncos represent the AFC. over in the NFC:Seattle Seahawks are the top team there followed by the Chicago Bears,New York Giants,Washington,Tampa Bay&Carolina. the Post season should be interesting&the Post Season offically kicks off next weekend.
College football Bowl Games
while I wasn't all that happy with the many Bowl Games I gotta say this year's Bowl Games have been very good.I'm digging all the close games&Games coming down to the wire.while I'm mainly just waiting for Usc versus Texas in the Rose Bowl for the National Title,these other games have been on point.the Michigan game versus nebraska was something else to say the least.Michigan is my favorite College team in football&Basketball but they just ain't on point.this is one of the worst years for my team in quite a while,but there is always next year.while I ain't crazy about 99 different Bowl Games this year has been pretty good overall&the big One is coming.
