“How (explicative) good are the Dodgers?” my buddy Nick remarks. “Real (explicative) good,” I chuckle. “So damn good, I’m going to include that little quote of yours in my next blog.” They are that good. And to think, I could be sitting here, taking the time to write about the epic contest that was Pacquiao [...]
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Fighting on Sundays – Eleven Former Trojans Taken in NFL Draft
A wise man once said – if football player wants to make football his profession, football player must sign with USC. Okay, so a philosopher didn’t provide this adage. It was former NFL Head Coach Herm Edwards and he said, “If you want to play pro football and you’re a high school athlete, you know [...]
Follow the Bouncing Ball
My apologies for being M.I.A as of late. I’ve been recovering from a classic case of foot-in-mouth syndrome. NBA Playoffs – Where Admitting You’re Wrong Happens. The Lakers haven’t let me down. They lead the Jazz 2-1 after three games. And their only loss? Oh, that came care of the sensational Derron Williams. He is [...]
Season of Redemption – Lakers Poised to Return to NBA Finals
I’m sure everyone knows of the excitement coming to the Staples Center this weekend. No, I am not speaking of Britney Spears. Although, I’m sure the recently resurrected pop star will warrant a little excitement. But, with the help of its operations crew, Staples will welcome the Utah Jazz, who will surely fall victim to [...]
Dodger Blue Once Again
Banner ads follow small aircrafts in the sky. The traffic around the 5 and 101 split is horrendous. There is Dodger blue everywhere, so much that I can’t even see straight. Man, it must be tax season. Okay, I’m kidding. But, please forgive me. I’m a little giddy. It’s Opening Day at Dodger Stadium. Take a deep breath [...]
Blazers Rip Rivalry Open with Win Over Lakers
Coming into Friday’s game, the Lakers remained atop of the Western Conference and just behind those impressive Cavaliers in the race for home-court advantage. The Lakers came in after winning six of their last seven and were still beaming after an impressive performance from Andrew Bynum against Denver. It was Bynum’s first game back in [...]
