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Larry Bird Turns 52 Today!
Larry Bird Turns 52 Today!
northstationsports.com — Image Courtesy of NBC.com Happy Birthday Larry! It’s hard to believe that Larry Bird is 52 years... old. On Pearl Harbor Day in 1957, a legend was born. In celebration of Larry’s day, we have listed some links to stories that have appeared on NSS involving Larry-Legend. Larry also had ... (more) Larry Bird Turns 52 Today!
A Reader’s Inside Look at ‘When the Game Was Ours’
A Reader’s Inside Look at ‘When the Game Was Ours’
northstationsports.com — This review is authored by Joe Gill and was originally posted on Boston Sports Then and Now.... BST&N’s Book of the Month: When the Game Was Ours What can I say about this book? For one, I could not put it down. A book has to grab my attention right away or it finds its way to ... (more) A Reader’s Inside Look at ‘When the Game Was Ours’
Send in the Links: (12/03/09)
Send in the Links: (12/03/09)
outsidetheboxscore.blogspot.com — Anna Paquin, She can have any of our "True Blood" Do you have a tip, link, or... just want to sell us your soul, email us at outsidetheboxscore@gmail.com -> Tiger gettin' it on, a third woman claims affair ( With Leather ) -> Who sucks more the 2009 New Jersey Nets or the 2008 Detroit Lions? ( ... (more) Send in the Links: (12/03/09)
Brains vs. ‘Bron
Brains vs. ‘Bron
dimemag.com — During the Phoenix broadcast of last night’s Suns/Cavs game, one of the announcers compared Steve Nash and... LeBron as such: “One does it with the brain, the other does it with the brawn. ‘Le-Brawn,’ I guess you could say.” ... (more) Brains vs. ‘Bron
Magic Johnson on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Magic Johnson on Jimmy Kimmel Live
thatnbalotterypick.blogspot.com — Recently on Monday's Jimmy Kimmel Live, he had Laker great Magic Johnson to talk about the new... book, "When the Game was Ours". (This happens to be a great stocking stuffer.) For some reason, he reminisces about Michael Jackson. Yep, that Michael Jackson. (more) Magic Johnson on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Review: When the Game Was Ours, by Larry Bird and Magic Johnson with Jackie MacMullen
Review: When the Game Was Ours, by Larry Bird and Magic Johnson with Jackie MacMullen
examiner.com — A page-turner: Bird and Magic tell their tales to Jackie MacMullen.... (more) Review: When the Game Was Ours, by Larry Bird and Magic ...
The No-Look Pass Turns 1!
The No-Look Pass Turns 1!
thenolookpass.com — (REY-REY’S NOTE: I actually put this entry up on Nov. 24 but I just had it scheduled... for Dec. 2 in time for TNLP’s first anniversary.) Happy Birthday to the one and only TNLP . It was pretty much over when David Diep told me that I should make an NBA blog . I didn’t ... (more) The No-Look Pass Turns 1!
Some Athletes Websites – Part 2
dicklafrancesports.blogspot.com — This is a continuation of athlete Websites. I have used 5 sites each from basketball and hockey... stars both past and present. Hoops includes Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, and Magic Johnson while hockey sites include Martin Brodeur, Bobby Orr and Wayne Gretzky. (more) Some Athletes Websites – Part 2
SurPASSed: These Playmakers Narrowly Missed Winning the Assists Crown
SurPASSed: These Playmakers Narrowly Missed Winning the Assists Crown
20secondtimeout.blogspot.com — A slightly different version of this article was originally published in the March 2003 issue of Basketball... Digest. Scoring champions and rebounding champions literally have their fates in their own hands, but playmakers are dependent upon the recipients of their passes making shots and the ... (more) SurPASSed: These Playmakers Narrowly Missed Winning the ...
Amar'e Stoudemire shows off tats in PETA anti-fur ad
Amar'e Stoudemire shows off tats in PETA anti-fur ad
sports.yahoo.com — Less than a month ago, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, better known as PETA, were likening... Manu Ginobili's Halloween bat incident to Michael Vick's "Little Shop of Dog Horrors." (Note: I'm not kidding. ) Today, Suns power ... (more) Amar'e Stoudemire shows off tats in PETA anti-fur ad
Laker Linkage – 11/30/09
Laker Linkage – 11/30/09
lakersoffire.com — The Story: Robert Horry is willing to return to the Lakers if they just call him .... The Fire Says: I hope Big Shot Rob isn’t waiting by the phone because that call ain’t coming. He says he is in shape, but there is a reason he is out of the league right now. Besides, the Lakers ... (more) Laker Linkage – 11/30/09
The Dugout Gives Thanks
The Dugout Gives Thanks
backporch.fanhouse.com — by B. Thompson Stroud ...for Joe Mauer of the Minnesota Twins for simultaneously being the Magic Johnson... and the Larry Bird of professional baseball. He puts up insane numbers (especially for a catcher, which is a talking point I'm sure you need ... (more) The Dugout Gives Thanks
Abe Pollin built Verizon Center, mentored Magic Johnson
Abe Pollin built Verizon Center, mentored Magic Johnson
washingtonpost.com — Comments that include profanity or personal attacks or other inappropriate comments or material will be removed from... the site. Additionally, entries that are unsigned or contain "signatures" by someone other than the actual author will be removed. ... (more) Abe Pollin built Verizon Center, mentored Magic Johnson
The Most Ridiculous Arguments In Sports: David Stern Is The Best Commish In Sports
The Most Ridiculous Arguments In Sports: David Stern Is The Best Commish In Sports
fullcourtpest.com — You hear it every year you've been an NBA fan. David Stern Is The Best Commisoner In... Sports. But its a fallacy. Read this synopsis of Stern's career side by side with the history of the NBA draft to see what is driving the NBA and hoop as a sport. Also see the incarnation of 'The Kevin Spacey Rule' (more) The Most Ridiculous Arguments In Sports: David Stern Is ...
MJ Says Thanks But No Thanks LeBron
MJ Says Thanks But No Thanks LeBron
duelingcouches.blogspot.com — Michael Jordan appreciates LeBron James' gesture but asked by his friend Ahmad Rashad if he thought his... No. 23 should be retired by the NBA, Jordan wasn't exactly on board with the idea. Jordan was a guest via phone on NBA TV's "All Access with Ahmad," and offered up some more names worthy of ... (more) MJ Says Thanks But No Thanks LeBron
Today's Date in NBA History 11/7/09
Today's Date in NBA History 11/7/09
nuggdoctor.com — Magic's retirement should be remembered positively as the starting point of a great triumph.... (more) Today's Date in NBA History 11/7/09
History Says that Today’s Celtics Can Overcome Recent Adversity
History Says that Today’s Celtics Can Overcome Recent Adversity
northstationsports.com — As the heartbreak of last night’s loss to the Orlando Magic transformed into restless disgust today, I... found some comfort in an article sent to me by my friend, Joe Gill of Boston Sports Then and Now. North Station Sports has worked closely with Boston Sports Then and Now for nearly six ... (more) History Says that Today’s Celtics Can Overcome Recent ...
Boston’s Greatest Playoff Memories: The 1984 NBA Finals | Boston Sports Then and Now
Boston’s Greatest Playoff Memories: The 1984 NBA Finals | Boston Sports Then and Now
boston.sportsthenandnow.com — In the 70’s, the NBA was a floundering league. Rampant drug use. No lucrative sponsorship deals. No... big TV contracts. No real superstars. That all changed in 1979, when Larry Bird and Magic Johnson entered the NBA. (more) Boston’s Greatest Playoff Memories: The 1984 NBA Finals ...
Linked And Loaded - Wednesday - 11/18
Linked And Loaded - Wednesday - 11/18
paneech.com — Money must be really tight in Hulk Hogan’s world these days. I know his ex-wife took him... for a ride. I also know that the civil suit against Nick Hogan was costly. I also comprehend that Florida is not a cheap state to live in. Add all of those negatives, and you get another Hulk ... (more) Linked And Loaded - Wednesday - 11/18
Audio:  Bird and Magic on LeBron James' Pending Free Agency
Audio: Bird and Magic on LeBron James' Pending Free Agency
huggingharoldreynolds.blogspot.com — Magic talks about the change in atmosphere in NY (or NJ) that LeBron would bring should he... come to the Knicks or Nets, whereas Bird extols the virtues of Cleveland's fans and expresses hope that the King stays put in the state that he's from and on the team that drafted him. (more) Audio: Bird and Magic on LeBron James' Pending Free Agency
Blogging the Bloggers: Magic’s response, Bradshaw’s guarantee and more
Blogging the Bloggers: Magic’s response, Bradshaw’s guarantee and more
scoresreport.com — - THE DAGGER has video of Miami coach Charlie Coles dismantling a reporter who asked a dumb... question. - HUGGING HAROLD REYNOLDS has audio of Magic Johnson responding to Isiah Thomas (who responded to Magic Johnson’s book). - AWFUL ANNOUNCING has video of Terry Bradshaw guaranteeing a ... (more) Blogging the Bloggers: Magic’s response, Bradshaw’s ...
Phenomenal Swag: Alternate Mateen Cleaves jersey
Phenomenal Swag: Alternate Mateen Cleaves jersey
sports.yahoo.com — Trey Kerby of The Blowtorch searches high and low across the Internet for NBA-related goods you never... knew you needed. You know, phenomenal swag . Email Ball Don't Lie any relevant products you find here . It has always been assumed that the ... (more) Phenomenal Swag: Alternate Mateen Cleaves jersey
Audio:  Magic Johnson Addresses Book Statements About Isiah
Audio: Magic Johnson Addresses Book Statements About Isiah
huggingharoldreynolds.blogspot.com — While seemingly content on letting bygones be bygones, Magic is still unapologetic about his revelations and apparently... still disappointed by how his relationship with Thomas deteriorated. (more) Audio: Magic Johnson Addresses Book Statements About Isiah
LeBron Petitioning to Retire Jordan’s No. 23
sportsofboston.com — LeBron James is planning to initiate a petition in honor of Michael Jordan which would prevent any... player in the NBA from wearing the number 23. In other words, LeBron wants all 30 NBA teams to retire the number 23. James is one of the many players around the league including the Suns’ ... (more) LeBron Petitioning to Retire Jordan’s No. 23
WIN.
WIN.
withleather.uproxx.com — Here’s the greatest transition ever in the history of wheel barrow racing. You know, that stupid race... where one person walks on his hands and his partner holds his feet while running behind. But this is not stupid at all. This is ... (more) WIN.
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Reveals That He Has Rare Form of Leukemia
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Reveals That He Has Rare Form of Leukemia
ngngsports.com — Former NBA great, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has revealed that he has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia. The good news is... that the prognosis is encouraging. The NBA's all-time leading scorer was diagnosed last December with ... (more) Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Reveals That He Has Rare Form of ...
Video - Top 10 Moments at the Soon to Be Demolished Philadelphia Spectrum
Video - Top 10 Moments at the Soon to Be Demolished Philadelphia Spectrum
njfrogman.blogspot.com — Top 10 Moments at the Soon to Be Demolished Philadelphia Spectrum Kate Smith, Magic Johnson, Dr. J,... Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Ron Hextal's goal, Christian Laetner, and the Russian National Hockey team... Full story: http://www.bobsblitz.com Best Amazon prices for Blitz Subscribers: ... (more) Video - Top 10 Moments at the Soon to Be Demolished ...
Abdul-Jabbar Diagnosed With Leukemia
Abdul-Jabbar Diagnosed With Leukemia
slamdunkcentral.com — A bit of somber news to report this morning as according to the Associated Press, NBA Hall... of Famer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is being treated for a rare form of leukemia, chronic myeloid leukemia – a condition that was diagnosed back in December 2008. Currently, Abdul-Jabbar is taking an ... (more) Abdul-Jabbar Diagnosed With Leukemia