Smart Play by Celtics & Garnett

The Boston Celtics have decided to shut down Kevin Garnett for at least the next four games as he is plagued by a sore knee. Garnett has missed 15 out of the last 19 games due to his nagging knee, but may be able to return for the teams last three regular season games.

Coach Doc Rivers had this to say:

“After watching him move today, we’re just going to shut him down,” Rivers said. “It probably won’t be for the year. He’ll probably play by the end, last couple of games, or last three games. It’s just not progressing the way we anticipated it would progress.”

Garnett not being 100% puts the Celtics chances of repeating in serious jeopardy, and definitely doesn't help the online sports betting odds. The Cavaliers and Magic are much improved in the east, plus the Lakers have been dominant in the west all year long, boasting a 10 game lead over second place San Antonio. If the Ticket isn't able to do the things that allow him to be the superstar he is, the Celtics won't be able to rely on Glen Davis, Leon Powe, and Mikki Moore to replicate a typical KG performance against stiffer competition.

I'm not knocking the bench, because those guys play hard, but Garnett is the center piece in Boston. His energy fuels the rest of the team, and without him they will be running on regular unleaded vs that premium stuff.

For Boston's sake lets hope that KG will get himself together in time for some clutch playoff play. I'm sure that the commish would rather have Sir Garnett in uniform for the sake of his ratings too!

Bynum Having a Good Time

Young Andrew Bynum was out over the weekend doing the Playboy Mansion thing and who can blame him. He's 21, rich, and a part of one of the most storied franchises in league history. This looks like the type of rehab program I want to be a part of. All is said to be going according to plan in his physical rehabilitation program, so a little fun can't hurt. The Laker center has been out since Jan. 31 with a knee injury. Through 46 games he was averaging 14 points and 8 rebounds. He is slated to return in mid April and could be the X-factor in the Lakers winning an NBA Championship this season.

Dickie V Loves My Girl

Dick Vitale has a great time with college basketball. I thought this was hilarious, but why is Digger Phelps and the studio team hating on him? At least Dick isn't afraid to let his hair down(what little he has) and have a good time. Of course he looks like a complete idiot, but it's all in fun!


Digger looked way worse about a month ago trying to step with some cheerleaders. Hubert Davis is still laughing!


I say ESPN should have a dance off between Dickie V and Digger Phelps. The loser has to go away forever, or at least until next season.

Line of the Night

Mr. Wade continues to carry the load for his Miami Heat.

His Line: 42 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 steals

Pre-Game Hype Continues

Fresh Foot Work

The folks over at New Balance continue to put out hot kicks. This is the NB MT576S Bamboo Rake. This bad boy glows in the dark, and is a collaborative effort between New Balance, Mita, and FRAT. The release date is April 4.

Mark Cuban fined

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban once again finds himself in the doghouse of NBA commissioner David Stern. Cuban was fined $25,000 for negative comments he made Friday night about league referees.

Cuban responded to the fine by saying: The league has found a way for twitter to make money.

I personally like Mark Cuban, despite how outspoken he is at times. The officials make a lot of bad calls and don't call the stuff they should. That is the bottom line. The fine isn't enough to keep him quite so I don't really see the point. Twitter is a social network, so if an owner wants to vent, they should be able to do so without the league looking over their shoulder.

Candy of the Day

Brazil pumps out sexy ladies left and right. Here is Suelyn Medeiros.

All Gruesome Team

I can remember a few years back talking with some friends of mine about NBA players that are down right UGLY. Yes, they have the money, cars, clothes, and women, but they look like pure booboo. We laughed for hours, naming players that we all thought fit the bill. I came up with my All Gruesome Team, which is comprised of the worst looking players to ever grace an NBA court. Surprisingly enough, the list hasn't changed in years.

PG- Sam Cassell

SG- Avery Johnson

SF- Tyrone Hill

PF- Popeye Jones

C- Patrick Ewing

Keep in mind we've got luv for all these guys. It's just not my fault that they look so bad!

Honorable Mention: Manute Bol, Mark Eaton, Dikembe Mutombo, Dennis Rodman

Line of the Night

Toronto's Jose Calderon posted a sweet line.

22 points, 19 dimes, 3 steals

Missouri 1st Half Buzzer Beater

The University Of Missouri had it all going last night as they defeated Memphis. Marcus Denmon ended the first half with a spectacular shot from beyond half court that added to Mizzou's first half momentum.

LeBron on 60 Minutes

LeBron James just doesn't dissapoint. Even during an interview with 60 Minutes he finds a way to amaze you and keep your jaw dropped to the floor. Watch him here as he casually makes a 60 foot shot underhanded.

Line of the Night

LaMarcus Aldridge posted 29 points, 12 rebounds, 3 blocks

NFL's New Rules

The NFL owners meeting's have produced 11 new rules. Here is the run down.

1. The NFL has made changes, adding 11 new rules to the ‘rule book.’ Here they are:
Loose balls that could have been the result of a fumble or an incomplete pass are now subject to video review. (“The Hochuli Rule”)

2. Video replay can be used to determine if a loose ball stayed in bounds or hit the sideline.

3. No more rekicks after an illegal onsides kick (someone on the kicking team touches the ball before it travels the necessary 10 yards, etc.). It immediately becomes the other team’s ball.

4. The draft order has been reworked to reflect playoff results, not regular-season results.

5. There’s a new waiver period during the first two weeks of training camp, and the postseason waiver period will begin after the NFL’s final game, whether it’s the Pro Bowl or the Super Bowl.

6. If a fumble or lateral goes out of bounds, the clock will stop only until the referee signals ready for play.

7. Forming a “wedge” on a kickoff return is no longer legal. If three or more players line up shoulder-to-shoulder within two yards of each other, it will be a penalty.

8. On onside kicks, the kicking team can’t have more than five players bunched together.

9. A blindside block cannot be delivered with a helmet, shoulder or forearm to an opponent’s head or neck. That’ll be a 15-yard penalty.

10.Contact to the head of a defenseless receiver will also draw a 15-yard penalty.

11.A defensive player on the ground may no longer lunge or dive at the quarterback’s lower legs. (“The Brady Rule”)

Dallas Cop Detains Moats

This is some disturbing footage of Dallas police officer Robert Powell detaining Houston Texan RB Ryan Moats as he arrives at a Plano, Texas hospital moments before is mother-in-law passes away.

During a heated conversation the officer continually threatens Moats, claiming that "I will screw you", and "I will take you to jail". The ordeal on the outside of the hospital took more than 20 minutes, time that Moats and his family didn't have to waste. By the time Ryan actually reached the room, his mother-in-law had passed on.

The Dallas police department conducted a press conference today. The chief, David Kunkle stated that the department was embarrassed by the actions of Powell. "When we at the command staff reviewed the tape, we were embarrassed, disappointed," Kunkle said. "It's hard to find the right word and still be professional in my role as the police chief. But the behavior was not appropriate." Kunkle also provided an apology to the Moats family.

Officer Powell is currently on paid leave until the Dallas police department can conduct a formal investigation into the incident.




Part I



Part II

Line of the Night

Tonight's line belongs to Dwight Howard & Tony Parker. I just felt like giving the honor to two guys who performed extremely well Wednesday. I almost feel biased because these two guys have been staples on multiple fantasy hoop squads of mine.

Dwight Howard: 24 points, 21 rebounds, 4 blocks, 2 steals. Orlando beat Boston 84-82.

Tony Parker: 42 points, 10 assists, 3 rebounds

Vick Release: Bidding Begins

Report from WSBTV:

ATLANTA -- Michael Vick is out of federal prison in Kansas.

A contact with the Federal Bureau of Prisons confirmed to Channel 2 Action News reporter Scott MacFarlane that Vick was in transit Wednesday. He’s likely headed to his home.

Though Vick was scheduled to remain in federal custody until July 20, the Bureau of Prisons, in previous interviews with Channel 2 Action News, has confirmed Vick could be eligible for an early release to a halfway house or home confinement.

J Kidd's Girl Does Playboy

Hope Dworaczyk is featured this month in Playboy. The guys over at the Big Lead dropped the pics on me.

Update: She's working it in 3-D now.

Ewing Looking Bad

Is it me or does Patrick Ewing just look bad in that new Snickers commercial? That uniform is hella tight! Is that a box that Pat is sporting? Looks more like a bad hair piece. Let's hope that the next time Snickers will do a much better job on wardrobe and hair styling. Patrick deserves more than this half ass effort!

Fresh Foot Work

My people over at nicekicks.com are always dropping the hot sneaks on me. Here is a pair of Air Max 90's in black and turquoise. The Air Max 90 Premium Perforated is priced at $115 and is currently available.

Under Attack

The University of Connecticut's Men's Basketball program has come under some scrutiny this morning. According to Yahoo Sports writer Dan Wetzel, the program is under investigation for NCAA rule violations dating back to 2006-2008. Josh Nochimson a former manager, has involvement in transportation and lodging, as well as meals for former recurit Nate Miles. Other violations include phone calls and text messages. Those contacts are rumored to be in excess of 1500. Dirt exposed!

The rumors of cheating couldn't come at a worse time for UConn, especially at a time when your team is streaking towards a final four. Coach Calhoun is a good coach, so it will be interesting to see how his team responds to the distraction. The huskies reached the NCAA Sweet 16 and are in preparation for their upcoming game versus Purdue.

Tony G Wants New Address

The AP reports that veteran TE Tony Gonzales has once again asked to be traded from the Kansas City Chiefs. A source close to the 12 year vet is the leak.

"If the Chiefs can't make a deal with the right team, then Tony will be fine with that," The AP was told. "He is not demanding a trade. But if the right deal can be made, he very much would like to be traded."

Chiefs owner, Clark Hunt previously stated that the Chiefs will not trade their star TE.

Does anybody really blame TG? Kansas City hasn't been very competitive for the last several years, while Gonzales continues to put up #'s that will certainly land him in the hall of fame when his career is over.

Goalie Tantrum

Providence Bruins goalie Tuuka Rask lost his cool a couple of night back. Looks like he and the ref may have seen things a bit differently. The young goaltender threw a real temper tantrum. Here is your visual evidence. The verdict is guilty of being a big baby!

Line of the Night

Dwight Howard posted the line: 29 points,14 rebounds, 4 blocks, 2 assists

For What Gilbert

Why? Why come back and play this season is what I'm saying to the reports that Gilbert Arenas wants to make his return this weekend. Yes, Agent 0 wants to prove that he is OK, and that he isn't just collecting a check from the Wizards.

But let us ask ourselves is it even worth it at this point? The Wiz aren't sniffing playoffs and haven't been for the majority of the season. Gil will comeback, hoist some shots, log some minutes, and the season will be over. Big deal if he plays at the end of the season or not. As I post this, they are 16-47. Wait, correction. As I post this they are 16-57. Sorry guys, wanna get it right.

Ownership should shut him down until next year. I want to see him play, don't get me wrong, but 10 or 15 games won't matter. He is the franchise player who hasn't been able to get healthy, so use logic and start fresh next year. Risking him at this juncture would be pointless and a bad business decision. There are just too many what ifs.

Scouts Don't Show at Pro Day

Wouldn't it suck if you scheduled a pro day workout, but none of the teams that you expected to show up did? Ball State QB Nate Davis understands how that feels first hand. On Friday, Davis who is leaving school early for the NFL, worked out for with multiple cardinal receivers at the Ball State University home field.

The only team that showed up to watch Davis were the Indianapolis Colts. Damn! That had to be a sobering feeling for the young QB, especially considering he was at one point projected to be a first to third round selection. It seems apparent that scouts have become leery of Davis, who had some issues protecting the football at the end of last season. Ball State's shotgun offense isn't helping the stock of Davis either.

The kid better start looking for employment in the CFL.

Schilling Calls it a Career

Curt Schilling was one of the most effective pitchers of his generation. On Monday the 3x World Champion announced he was hanging it up via his website, 38 pitches.com. Here is what the often outspoken Schilling had to say.

Turn out the lights, the party’s over”

I used to wait with bated breath for Don Meredith to start singing that on “Monday Night Football.” Normally, it was sweet music if the Steelers were playing.

If I could get him to sing it again, I would. This party has officially ended. After being blessed to experience 23 years of playing professional baseball in front of the world’s best fans in so many different places, it is with zero regrets that I am making my retirement official.

To say I’ve been blessed would be like calling Refrigerator Perry “a bit overweight.” The things I was allowed to experience, the people I was able to call friends, teammates, mentors, coaches and opponents, the travel, all of it, are far more than anything I ever thought possible in my lifetime.

Four World Series, three World Championships. That there are men with plaques in Cooperstown who never experienced one — and I was able to be on three teams over seven years that won it all — is another “beyond my wildest dreams” set of memories I’ll take with me.

The game always gave me far more than I ever gave it. All of those things, every single one of those memories is enveloped with fan sights and sounds for me. Without the fans, they would still be great memories, but none would be enduring and unforgettable because they infused the energy, rage, passion and “feel” of all of those times. The game was here long before I was, and will be here long after I’m gone. The only thing I hope I did was never put in question my love for the game, or my passion to be counted on when it mattered most. I did everything I could to win every time I was handed the ball.

I am and always will be more grateful than any of you could ever possibly know.

I want to offer two special thank you’s.

To my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ for granting me the ability to step between the lines for 23 years and compete against the best players in the world.
To my wife Shonda and my 4 children, Gehrig, Gabriella, Grant and Garrison for sacrificing their lives and allowing baseball to be mine while I played. Without their unquestioned support I would not have been able to do what I did, or enjoy the life, and I am hopefully going to live long enough to repay them as much as a Father and Husband can.

Thank you and God Bless

Curt Schilling

Armstrong's Tour Hopes in ?

Lance Armstrong took a nasty spill during his race in Spain. The cycling legend broke his right collarbone and bruised his hip and arm. Initial reports say that he may miss up to six weeks with the injury, although other reports say it should only take about four. The Tour De France doesn't begin until July 4th, so Lance should have time to get himself ready before that event starts.

As most of you know, Armstrong returned to cycling in January with the hopes of winning another Tour De France title. He was victorious a record setting seven straight times from 1999-2005. Armstrong has been training and riding in several tune-up events in preparation for the world's most prestigious cycling extravaganza.

Shaq May Consider PBA after Retirement

So what if Shaq and LeBron are having friendly competition to determine who has the better intro before games. It's fun for the fans and that's all that matters.


The "Big Aristotle" has been throwing strikes in the locker room and during pre-game warm-ups. If Shaq is this good knocking over pins, he should consider joining the PBA tour when his hoops career expires. The Diesel is just too talented for his own good!

Juggs on Display at Hockey Game

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I haven't been to a hockey game in years, but I'm going to look for tickets now! This young woman decided to show the world that great rack last week and I couldn't be happier to show it to you. Enjoy.

Boxing Prospect

Keep your eye out for a young boxing talent named Demetrius "Boo Boo" Andrade. The 22 year old, 6'1" Andrade turned pro late last year and is off to a 4-0 start. Andrade got his fourth win Friday night by knocking out Arnulfo Javier Romero in the second round of a scheduled four round bout.

Demetrius is currently fighting at junior middleweight.

He competed for the United States during the 2008 Summer Olympics and should be a top contender as he works his way up the professional ladder. Andrade had a lot of success at the amateur level and seems primed to be an impact player in the pros.

Line of the Night

Dwyane Wade had himself and afternoon in Motown at the expense of the Pistons. Wade's Heat marched into the Palace and stole a much needed road win over Detroit, 101-96.

His line: 39 points, 6 dimes, 4 blocks, 2 boards, steals,

Blake Griffin Dunks Novak

Look out below. Oklahoma's Blake Griffin straight posterizes Zach Novak.

Rockets Soaring

The Houston Rockets continue to win games without star Tracy McGrady. Today, Houston may have gotten their biggest win of the season defeating the Spurs to take the lead in the Southwest division. Luis Scola scored a game winning lay-up with about 11 seconds remaining to give Houston the edge and the win. The Rockets have not missed a beat without T-Mac, winning 16 of their last 20 games. Ron Artest and Yao Ming have been key to the strong play during the run.

Note: When McGrady went down the team was 4.5 games behind the Spurs for the Southwest lead.

MJ Wins State Title

Marcus Jordan(Michael's other son) led Chicago's Whitney Young High School to the Illinois State Basketball Championship over the weekend. Marcus led the team with a game high 19 points as his squad took home the title with at 69-66 win.

Reports say MJ was quite emotional about his son's performance. I'm sure it was a nice way to end the week for the Jordan family, despite older brother Jeff Jordan and his University of Illinois team getting the boot from the NCAA tourney.

Don't you think Horace Grant is proud of Marcus? Maybe those rec specs are a tribute to him!

Zags Buzzer Beater

Great win for Gonzaga Saturday over Western Kentucky to make it to the sweet 16. It was a well played game that had some memorable moments down the stretch. Here is the last 50 seconds of the 81-79 win for the Bulldogs. The game winning layup is courtesy of freshman Demetri Goodson. As a Missourian, it made me ill and brought back memories I thought I blocked out!

A.M. Candy

Early Exit for (5) Illinois

The upset of day one of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament belongs to Western Kentucky, as they pulled the 12 vs 5 upset against the University of Illinois. The final score was 76-72. Maybe the fans in Lexington, who are watching the Wildcats in the NIT, should jump ship over to Western. The Hilltoppers have won their first round NCAA matchup the last two seasons.

Classic Beatdown from 1986

Diamonds are forever and so are the Four Horseman. If you missed it, u slept! They were the most dominant group in professional wrestling history. Ole & Arn Anderson, Tully Blanchard, and of course "Nature Boy" Ric Flair ruled the ring.

There wasn't a group prior to their creation that was as dominant, and there hasn't been one since they disbanded. Many will argue for the NWO, DX, or even the newer Main Event Mafia. None compare!

They had some classic feuds with legendary talent, but none had more hatred than with "The American Dream" Dusty Rhodes. Late 1986 saw the war escalate to another level. The Horseman planned an attack against Rhodes that looked and felt like a real mugging. Plenty of guys are doing 5-10 for antics like this. As a kid I thought that Dusty's arm was busted up real bad. WWE 24/7 had this clip on during a broadcast a few months back, but this comes from youtube.

The clip is legendary. Check the faces that Dusty makes! Hilarious!

Line of the Night

For the 4th time in the last seven games LeBron James recorded a triple-double.

His line: 26 points, 11 rebounds, 10 helpers, 2 blocks.

This was LeBron's 7th triple-double this year!

Roy Jones is Peacemaker!

This is footage from the final press conference before the upcoming Boxing/MMA feature March Badness this weekend. Former WWE wrestler Bobby Lashley is scheduled to face Jason Guida in what will be Lashley's second MMA bout. Guida apparently got under Lashley's skin as evident by this clip. Pensacola's finest Roy Jones Jr. stepped in to squash the trash talk! Jones is the promoter for this mixed fight card.

Floyd Jr. Comeback Likely

Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s return to the boxing ring may be about more than pride and showmanship. The former pound-for-pound king is said to be in training for a tune up fight this spring. Reports say Floyd would like to face the winner of the Manny Pacquiao-RickyHatton fight in May.

Why would Mayweather come back to tarnish his legacy? According to Robert Snell in his Tax Watchdog Blog, public record shows Mayweather Jr owes Uncle Sam big time. The IRS filed a $6,165,735 lien against Mayweather for unpaid incomes taxes on Oct. 9 in Clark County, Nev. He owes the money from 2007, according to the Clark County Recorder’s office.

Damn Floyd! If you would stop throwing money away in the clubs you could stay retired. Partying like a rock star is just damn dumb. This is just another case of an athlete who doesn't understand how to manage his fortune, and the people closest to him don't provide any meaningful guidance.

The possibility of Pacquiao-Mayweather is intriguing. The mega-fight between the two biggest stars in boxing could lead to the largest gate in boxing history, especially considering the PPV buys.

Stallworth Intoxicated During Fatal Accident

AP Reports:

Multiple media outlets with sources close to the investigation claim that Stallworth was indeed intoxicated when he hit and killed pedestrian, Mario Reyes Saturday morning. The source claims that Stallworth's blood alcohol level was greater than 0.8, which is the legal limit.

The Miami Beach Police along with Miami-Dade County police have refused to comment on the legitimacy of these new allegations. Stallworth's attorney and his agent have yet to comment.

If Stallworth was drunk, he could be charged with DUI manslaughter. That charge carries a maximum sentence of 15 years behind bars.

Obama's NCAA Tourney Picks

President Obama isn't just focused on the economy and health care, he has time enough to make NCAA tourney picks with ESPN's Andy Katz. I was impressed with his breakdown. Check the vid.

Line of the Night

Line of the Night belongs to Baron Davis

His line: 11 points, 20 assists. 8 rebounds

Flipper for Wyoming

Line of the Night

The King rules again. LeBron's line: 43 points, 12 boards, 8 assists, 4 steals

Houston Madame Busted!!!

Houston's top Madame was busted in what may become a nightmarish case for some top pro athletes. Who they are, we don't know yet, but you better believe it's gonna be big.

The Houston Chronicle reports:

The brothel that Deborah L. Turbiville and her husband, Charles Fletcher Turbiville, are accused of operating catered to an elite clientele and used the Internet to do a lot of its business, said Houston police Sgt. Mark Kilty.

"She’s the Heidi Fleiss of Houston,” Kilty said. “She was the one all the big players go to. If you come to town and you’re a big player, you call her. She screens you and she knows who you are and then you’re good to go."

The supposed client list is somewhere around 1,500 people according to reports.

These are college girls, single moms and girls who were out of work,” Kilty said. “It was mostly a 50/50 mix of white and Hispanic women.”

“It was Web-based,” said Assistant District Attorney Craig Still. “Log in, make your appointment, then follow it up with a phone call.”

He said the Web sites — including www.houstongirlfriend.com, www.htxgfe.com and www.viviansfriends.com — displayed photos and details of the women. The sites have been taken off line, Still added.

This could prove to be devastating to some big time players, especially if the records are accurate and authorities can link those records with players. No word yet whether or not the list is compromised of NBA, NFL, MLB, or NHL players. I suspect that it's a combination of all the leagues.

Twins for Oritz and Jameson

Yes, porn stars have babies too! The Queen of the industry, Jenna Jameson has given birth to healthy twins. The father, MMA legend Tito Ortiz.

If my mom were a porn star I think I would hide under a rock from utter embarrassment. I just can't imagine what the ridicule would have been like. I got mad as a kid when somebody just said "yo mama", so imagine what creative stuff kids can say when your mom takes cum shots to the face for a living!

Congrats to Tito & Jenna!

Houston's Landry Shot

Report: The Houston Rockets F Carl Landry was shot early this morning in Downtown Houston. The shooting occurred around 1:30. The 25 year old was said to be going for fast food when two men opened fire on his car. Landry jumped out of the vehicle and according to authorities that when he was hit in the leg. He was taken to a hospital and treated for minor injuries.

Houston police say that it appears to be an act of random violence. The suspects did escape the scene and haven't been located at this point. The Rockets have yet to announce how the event will impact the remainder of the season for Landry who is in his second year in the league.

Glad the guy is OK. Maybe next time he will send somebody else to grab that spicy chicken sandwich and strawberry shake.

UPDATE: The Rockets say Carl Landry will be out 1-2 weeks.

Lucky 7 Power Forwards

We are back with the Lucky 7 series. This is the third installment, and this go round we are focusing on Power Forwards.

1. Tim Duncan The dude is just awesome. One of the most gifted natural athletes to ever lace a pair of sneaks, Timmy is the #1 PF of all times. I'm sure by now we all know that he didn't even pick up a basketball until a tropical storm destroyed the pool that he swam in. Imagine how dominant he would have been as an Olympic swimmer. His play is always consistent, which is why his San Antonio Spurs have four NBA titles during his career their. Duncan is a professional on and off the floor, very rarely loosing his cool in front of the lights, camera, action that is the NBA. The "Big Fundamental" is the total package. He is a 2x NBA League MVP and a 3x NBA Finals MVP. On February 18, 2006, he was named one of the Next 10 Greatest Players on the tenth anniversary of the release of the NBA's 50th Anniversary All-Time Team by the TNT broadcasting crew.

2. Karl Malone The "Mailman" always delivered, except vs Jordan. We won't hold that against him though, as he checks in as the #2 all-time leading scorer in NBA history(36,928). Malone was a work horse for the Utah Jazz for most of his career, other than a brief stint with the Los Angeles Lakers. His ability to flourish in the pick & role with teammate John Stockton will always link the two as possibly the best one-two punch of all time. Karl developed a really nice jump shot over the years, as evident by all the points that he scored. Early in his career his slashing dunks dominated highlights. Mr. Malone is a 2x NBA League MVP, a 13x All-Star selection, and a 2x Olympic Gold Medalist.

3. Kevin McHale McHale may have possessed the best footwork and all around post game of any PF in history. The Boston Celtic legend was a member of the original "Big Three" that ruled the eastern conference during the 1980's. During his peak, McHale was able to put guys in his "torture chamber", a nickname based in his ability to kill guys in the paint. Kevin finished his career winning three NBA Championships, and making seven trips to the All-Star game. He is also one of the NBA's 50 Greatest Players.

4. Charles Barkley Sir Charles epitomized what it is to play with heart and hustle. Although listed much taller, Barkley was undersized for what is considered a typical power forward. Chuck was a tenacious scorer, rebounder, and defender. He is one of my favorites because he was able to guard bigger guys without putting his team at risk of match up problems. Barkley claimed two Gold medals, one with the original "Dream Team", and was an 11x NBA All-Star. He also won league MVP in 1993.

5. Kevin Garnett KG entered the NBA with raw skills and talent that hadn't been seen before. The "Kid" was the first player to come straight out of high school to the league in 20 years. He became an instant hit with fans, especially kids, as he displayed his high energy style of play. Garnett plays each and every minute of the game like it's his last, a lot like college kids do. I have never witnessed a guy who shows so much passion and energy for the game every night, which from the fan perspective is refreshing. KG has been involved in 11 All-Star games, and won his first championship in 2008. The "Big Ticket" is my personal favorite.

6. Elvin Hayes The "Big E" played with the San Diego/Houston Rockets and the Baltimore/Washington Bullets. Hayes played 1,303 games over 16 seasons, registering 27,313 points (sixth all-time) and 16,279 rebounds (fourth all-time). Durability was never an issue, as Hayes never missed more than two games in any of his 16 seasons in the NBA. In addition to his 1968 scoring title, he led the NBA in rebounding in 1970 and 1974. Hayes played in twelve straight NBA All-Star Games from 1969 to 1980. Career scoring average of 21.0ppg and 12.5 rpg.

7. Wes Unseld A lock down defender and a glass cleaner, Wes Unseld comes in at number seven. His entire career was spent leading the Baltimore/Washington Bullets to the top of the eastern conference. Unseld was the second player ever to win Rookie of the Year and League MVP in the same season, a feet he accomplished in 1969. He like Barkley was undersized, but never gave an opponent an inch. Undeld won an NBA championship in 1978, and was a 5x All-Star.

Lynch may be Suspended

Rumor Mill: Commissioner Roger Godell may indeed suspend Buffalo Bills running back Marshawn Lynch for actions that violate the league personal conduct policy. The two will meet later today to discuss some recent legal trouble that Lynch has encountered regarding a handgun charge.

The rumored suspension at the moment is one or two games to start the upcoming NFL season.

Just last year, Lynch was able to avoid jail time after a pedestrian was struck by his SUV.

Be Like Nate

The current slam dunk champion Nate Robinson will have his Krypto-Nate foamposites released today in select locations. The St. Patricks Day release was planned by Nike and Nate will be at the NYC House of Hoops to celebrate the release. These bad boys are sweet indeed! All the sneaker heads beware.

Smush Parker on Kobe & LA

Former Laker player Smush Parker has a few things to get off his chest during his recent interview. Is this guy relevant at all?

Line of the Night

The Line belongs to Chris Paul: 29 points, 11 dimes, 6 steals, and 6 rebounds. He shot a perfect 11-11 from the charity stripe as well.

Four Tournaments

Why are there so many tournaments? If you didn't know, there are now a total of three post season college basketball tourneys. Who cares about the NIT as it is? If I remember correctly the point of the championship tournament was to decide who the best team in the country is, although it usually comes down to the team that get the hottest. The NIT at one time was that venue, but that hasn't been the case for years.

Granted that having additional tournaments gives the kids a chance to keep playing. I'm all for that, but it just seems like a little much. If you aren't able to make the NCAA tournament or the NIT, then let the kids focus on school and the next step in their lives.

Other than the big dance, here are the tournaments.

Postseason NIT

College Basketball Invitational (CBI)

CollegeInsider.com Postseason Tournament

Candy of the Day

Ms. Vanessa Wilson is on the rise....

No Better Place for Cutler?!

Jay Cutler has asked for a trade from the Denver Broncos, but is there a better situation out there for him? I've heard some talk already about him going to the NFC North. Three teams in the division could use a QB, but the situations aren't as good as what Cutler has right now.

Detroit: A football wasteland that kills talent. Cutler of course would be the man, but at what price. He won't win more than three games in the D. They are still horrible, and will be for quite some time. If he wants to get sacked 5-10 times per game, and take some years off his career, then he should become a Lion.

Chicago: The Bears are in need of consistency at the QB spot. Chicago doesn't have the offensive play makers down field that Cutler has in Denver. No Brandon Marshall and no Eddie Royal would lead to an attack that is focused more on the run. Chicago likes to dictate tempo and time of possession with the running attack, something Cutler hasn't grasped yet.

Minnesota: Maybe the best option for Jay, but he will not be the man. Adrian Peterson is the heart and soul of the Vikings. He is the franchise player that makes the team go. Cutler, who apparently needs to be reassured of his worth, would certainly be playing second fiddle to Peterson in Minnesota.

Dicky V vs. Jay Bilas

After the smoke cleared yesterday and the field for the NCAA tourney was announced, ESPN's Dick Vitale and Jay Bilas go head to head over who got left out. Bilas didn't back down and had Dicky V on the ropes during a heated argument.

New Director for NFLPA

Demaurice Smith was named the new Executive Director of the NFLPA Sunday. Smith is a 45 year old trial lawyer and a former assistant US Attorney from Washington DC. He has no significant ties with the NFL in the past, and mainly worked in white collar crime during his time with Patton Boggs. The process to elect a new director took six months to complete.

Smith becomes only the fourth man to hold the position in the 41 years that the NFLPA has been in existence.

The Mighty have Fallen

While the nation is overjoyed about the NCAA tournament, one school is out in the cold. The University of Kentucky who finished 20-13, are on the outside looking in for the first time in 18 years. Wildcat nation is headed to the NIT, a tourney they haven't been a part of since 1979.

Coach Billy Gillespie will be looking for employment unless he can turn them around next season. You can bet on that! The boosters won't allow Kentucky to continue to labor in mediocrity.

Line of the Night

Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic defeated the Utah Jazz Sunday afternoon.

Howard's Line: 28 points, 20 rebounds, 3 blocks

VC Yams on Joel Przybilla

Deep & Good!

Line of the Night

Tonight's line once again belongs to LeBron James.

51 points, 9 assists, 4 rebounds, 3 blocks