Video: Manny Pacquiao in Studio Recording New Album

Manny Pacquiao is beloved by all, well maybe all except Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Juan Manuel Marquez.

He's boxing's most intriguing star since the great Muhammad Ali, and fans flock to him like he's a member of some boy band.

I'm sure you've seen him on Jimmy Kimmel singing soft and touching love songs, and it's alright to admit you wanted to get a copy of Manny's greatest hits! I want tell on you. Cross my heart and hope to die

Well, I've got great news. That wait is OVER!!

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Shout out to No Guts, No Glory

Video: "The LeBrons" Animated Series: Episode 3 and 4

I'm figuring you've already gone into my archives and watched the first two episodes of "The LeBrons", so with that said, here are episodes three and four. Enjoy!

Around the Links with Bernard Hopkins, Pele, Sidney Crosby, and Orlando Hudson

I love surfing the web looking for sports news and stories. There is always a bunch of craziness being reported.

Here some links to distract you from the NFL draft.

Hopkins - Pascal on 5/21: Bernard attempting to become the oldest world title holder in boxing history - Boxing News

The French Football Federation: Blatantly Racist or Simply Allergic to Winning? - Can't Stop The Bleeding

Bodega x Nike Footscape Woven Chukka Release Date - NiceKicks.com

Orlando Hudson: Home Fans Aren't Supposed to Boo Their Players - Larry Brown Sports

Pele to use his mind tricks to stop Ganso move to Milan - World Soccer Blog

Pittsburgh Penguins' Sidney Crosby has setback from concussion - ESPN

So now that you've digested those hot links, check out my podcast from 4/28/11.

Listen to internet radio with Eallen on Blog Talk Radio

Video: NFL Draft Remix by DJ Steve Porter

DJ Steve Porter keeps dropping hot remixes on sports fans, and this NFL remix might be the best one yet!

Even if you don't like football, you've got to like the video and how catchy the beat is.

Candy of The Day....TNA Knockout Mickie James

I love me some Mickie James!!

NBA Blooper Video: Jeff Green Dunks Ball Off His Dome

Jeff Green is still trying to find his way in Boston, and plays like the one you're about to see aren't helping his confidence much.



With the NBA playoffs beginning this weekend, the scrutiny Green has already been under since the Kendrick Perkins swap is going to increase in a major way.

NBA Video: Sac-Town Kings Announce Team with Emotional TV Signoff

The NBA's Sacramento Kings have likely played their final game at old Arco Arena. Last night fans packed the arena to get a look at their hometown Kings for what appears to be the last time as they battled the defending champion Lakers.

The Maloof brothers, who own the Kings, are ready to pack up and get out of town after a long and frustrating attempt at having a new venue built.

Here are the Kings play-by-play guys, Jerry Reynolds and Grant Napear as they prepare to sign off at the end of Wednesday night's contest.


Hat tip to Larry Brown Sports

Factoid's NBA Awards for 2010-2011 (Part 2)

Hopefully you've had a chance to digest part 1 of my NBA awards for 2010-2011. I'm not claiming to be an expert like Dr. Jack Ramsey or the icon Hubie Brown, but I can claim to have spent more time in front of a television this season watching games than should be humanly allowed. Lots of beer and ball to say the least!

Now it's time to cover the 6th man of the year, coach of the year, and most valuable player of the year awards.

Sixth-Man of The Year:

Lamar Odom (F/Los Angeles) - Is there a player in the league riding a hotter streak than Lamar Odom? He's coming off an NBA title with the Lakers and a World Championship with Team USA, plus he slipped his way into one of Hollywood's most influential families by marrying Khloe Kardashian. That's a damn good run of fortune if you ask me.

Now, the sixth-man of the year award has been fought out between Odom, Manu Ginobili, Jamal Crawford, and Jason Terry the last several years, but this season it belongs to Odom outright. Ginobili has been starting all year in San Antonio, and Jason Terry was placed back into the starting lineup when the Mavs lost Caron Butler for the year. Crawford, who was a stud for the Hawks, hasn't been used as effectively as he was last season, making the road to the award for Odom much smoother than expected. He's been arguably the most consistent performer for the Lakers all year long.

The Numbers: 14.3 PPG, 8.7 RPG, 3.0 APG, in 32 minutes of play. He shot .529% from the field, which is a career best. His ppg average was up almost four points this season as well.

His Value: He's still a huge part of the Lakers championship puzzle. If you take him off that team, the Lakers don't win the 56 games they have thus far.

Why I picked him: He was the most consistent player coming off the bench this year. Period.

Honorable Mention: Jamal Crawford

Coach of The Year:

Tom Thibodeau (HC/Chicago) - The Chicago Bulls have themselves a winner in Thibodeau. The first year coach has his team on the verge of capturing the NBA's best overall record in the seasons final days, and the young Bulls play great D.

The Numbers: Bulls win 60+ games.

His Value: He's the first coach since Phil Jackson to lead Chicago to league relevance. His defensive philosophy will translate into post-season success.

Why I picked him: There weren't many people, including myself, that honestly believed the Bulls could win the eastern conference, especially with the hungry Celtics and the new look Miami Heat. Thibodeau handled injuries exceptionally well. Carlos Boozer and Joakim Noah missed considerable time, but the Bulls never missed a beat. Having Derrick Rose didn't hurt his cause either.

Honorable Mention: Greg Popovich, Nate McMillian, Doug Collins, Doc Rivers

Most Valuable Player:

Derrick Rose (PG/Chicago) - I can't come up with enough adjectives to describe just how good Derrick Rose was this year. The Bulls starting point guard was another member of the Team USA world championship squad from last summer, and just like Lamar Odom and Russell Westbrook, he's riding an incredible wave of success and momentum. Last year everyone criticized his jumper and overall shooting ability, so Rose worked on improving that facet of his game in the offseason. He raised his three point FG% by seven percent and his FT% by 10 percent. In his first two years in the league, D-Rose made a total of 32 three point field goals. In 2010-2011, he made 128.

The Numbers: 25.1 PPG, 7.8 APG, 4.1 RPG, 1.1 SPG on .446% FG shooting and .335% 3pt shooting.

His Value: Along with Joakim Noah and Carlos Boozer, Rose makes the Bulls a legit threat to contend for a title for years to come. His season was so phenomenal that he will now be mentioned in the 'best pg in the league' discussion that rages on year after year.

Why I picked him: He was the most exciting player, not named Blake Griffin, to lace up sneakers. His hard work and offseason training paid dividends, and his Bulls are respectable again.

Honorable Mention: Dwight Howard, Kevin Durant, Dirk Nowitzki

Factoid's NBA Awards for 2010-2011 (Part 1)

I loved the NBA this year. I typically can't say that until playoff time. The games and playmaking during the regular season were as good as they've been in a long time. While we still relied on the leagues core superstars, like Kobe, LeBron, and Dirk to carry the game, a new crop of young stars emerged as the future of pro basketball. The future my friends is very bright!

Now I recall wanting to do this post at the end of last season, but never got around to sitting down and typing it up. It's a new year, and we have a different result this go round.

So here we go with Factoid's NBA post season awards for the 2010-2011.

Rookie of The Year :

Blake Griffin (PF/Los Angeles) - He brought life, energy, and enthusiasm to the Staples Center on nights when the Lakers weren't playing there. He became a regular on ESPN's top plays and highlight reels everywhere. He made it cool to admit you actually like the Clippers. In the end, he ran away with the award after the first month and a half of the season.

The Numbers: 22.4 PPG, 12.1 RPG, 3.7 APG, on .504% shooting.

His Value: Made Clippers' highlights must see television. Raised the bar on rookie expectations.

Why I picked him: It was over early and his competition was limited.

Honorable Mention: Landry Fields, John Wall

Most Improved Player:

Kevin Love (PF/Minnesota) - I understand that the Minnesota TimberWolves are horrendous, but Kevin Love isn't. "The Love Child" as I refer to him, was great this season. His double-double streak, which ended after only 53 straight games, helped make him a recognizable figure on a rather forgettable team.

With an increase in minutes (35.8), came a rise in production in Loves third season. He raised his scoring average by six points, his rebounding average by three, and elevated his free throw % by four points. He also wasn't afraid to shoot the three. Love shot 88-211 for .417% from three point range. All three were career bests. He shot 125 three's his first two seasons.

The Numbers: 20.2 PPG, 15.2 RPG (#1 in NBA), 47% FG, 85% FT. Shot 42% from three.

Why I Picked him: He really came out of nowhere to lead the league in rebounding. That's impressive. Some players can get more minutes, yet fail to produce value. Kevin Love didn't fail to deliver when presented with opportunity. All of his offensive #'s improved. He also toyed with history. Streaks are cool, and the chase of the most elusive ones are intriguing and thought provoking.

His Value: Provides Minnesota leverage to get Ricky Rubio over from Spain. Kevin Love, Michael Beasely, and Wesley Johnson are attractive young pieces that Rubio can grow up with .

Honorable Mention: Derrick Rose, Nick Young,

Defensive Player of The Year:

Dwight Howard (C/Orlando) - The MVP talk for Howard wained down the stretch, but he's without question the most dominant defensive player in the league. The shot blocking is still outstanding (2.4 BPG), and despite not leading the league in rebounding this year (14.1/#2 in NBA) , Howard's presence in the lane looms larger than ever. His team is thin now with the departures of Rashard Lewis and Marcin Gortat, and only Brandon Bass can be considered 'real' bulk up front.

The Numbers: 14.1 TRPG, 10.1 DRPG, 2.4 BPG, 1.3 STP, 185 blocks.

His Value: He's Superman. Enough said.

Why I picked him: Clear winner.

Honorable Mention: Fill in the blank, Kevin Garnett

Video: Jose and Ozzie Canseco to Manage/Play for Yumica Scorpions

Jose Canseco either really loves baseball, or he's just to stubborn to let his 15 minutes of post-career fame fade away. Whether it's the former or the latter, he's back to suck up sports news yet again.

He and his twin brother Ozzie have signed on to manage the minor league Yumica Scorpions of the North American League.

Jose will be the clubs official manager and will also play 1st-base/DH on a full time basis. Ozzie is listed as the Scorpions hitting coach. He's also expected to play full time.



I would think that Canseco would love to manage a major league team one day. If he had that dream and thought coaching Yumica was the start, better wake him up now, because getting to the big leagues will be a next to impossible nightmare.

Hat tip to The Hall of Very Good.

Video: Blake Griffin on Comedy Central's "Sports Show with Norm McDonald"

Blake Griffin. Comedy Central. Enough said.

NBA Video: Derrick Rose Fast Break Alley-Oop Finish in MSG (4-12-2010)

Derrick Rose will likely be the unanimous winner of the NBA's MVP award. The argument, if there really was one, is all but over. Sorry LeBron, Dwight, and KD, but this years award is headed back to the windy city.

Amazing plays like the one below have been part of a recurring theme for Rose in 2010-11, and now he's a legitmate part of the 'best point guard' in the NBA discussion.


Hat tip to Get Banged On.

Candy of The Day.....Fitness Model Ava Cowan

I don't think you'll be disappointed with the following video!

"The LeBrons" - Episode 2: Stay on The Court

Here is episode #2 of "The LeBrons".

Around The Links with Vin Baker, Tom Brady, Serena Williams, and the New York Jets

Here are a few hot links to chew on.

Vin Baker is now giving spirited speeches as a high school basketball coach - The Big Lead

Jets Rumored to be Interested in Randy Moss - The Big Lead

Kings owner ready to file for move, deaf to fans loud cheers - Pro Basketball Talk

Tom Brady Cries after Pia is voted off American Idol - Midwest Sports Fans

Getting to know John Pelphrey and Norm Roberts - The Bull Gator

Serena Williams Begins Return to Tennis by Going all Pink Panther Spandex Outfit - Keg Dept

NBA Video: Charlie Villanueva Has Beef With Ryan Hollins

The Detroit Pistons are awful, Charlie Villanueva still doesn't have any eyebrows, and now he's gone nuts over Cleveland's Ryan Hollins.



NBA fights are hilarious because real solid punches never land and we're left watching a bunch of abnormally large men grabbing, pushing, and holding each other ever so softly.

Boxing Video: Disqualified Fighter Attacks Referee

After being disqualified, former EBU middleweight champion Khoren Gevor takes his frustration to another level.


Hat tip to Ted Williams Head.

NBA Video: Dwight Howard's Massive Alley-Oop Finish over Jrue Holiday

Dwight Howard has been a man possesed for the majority of this season. I just wish that someone on the 76ers staff would have relayed that message to Jrue Holiday. I'm loving the play-by-play teams' call of the dunk too! Hat tip to Sporty Sexy Cool.

Kobe Bryant Featured in Chinese Rap Video with Jay Chou

Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers stepped their game up after the NBA all-star break, and are now poised to make another serious run at the crown. This post however has nothing to do with on court play.

Bryant, who is still a mega-star when it comes to endorsements is featured in a rap video starring Chinese pop star Jay Chou. I initially thought it was a Sprite commercial. It's not horrible, so take a look and let your boy know what you think.

Candy of The Day....Super Fitness Model Jennifer Nicole Lee

I'm loving fitness models these days. This is the second appearance of super fitness model Jennifer Nicole Lee here on Sports with Mr. Factoid. She's driven, dedicated, and flat out FINE!! Go check her website out when time permits.....jennifernicolelee.com.

Video: "The LeBrons" - Animated Cartoon Episode 1

If you think back a few years you should be able to recall LeBron James and a series of Nike ads featuring his "family". Those ads were comical enough to inspire the development of an animated series.

Here is episode #1 of "The LeBrons".

Soccer Video: Referee Takes Beer Bottle to the Head...Ouch!!

This isn't the first time something like this has happened, and it certainly won't be the last. Fans should never throw things, but the video is at least funny with the slow motion replays. Hat tip FootballXS.com.