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SteveC

SteveC

An old man who takes a lot of enjoyment from watching a young man's game.

Web Site: 3 Shades of Blue

BallHype Member since Feb. 14, 2008

Power Rankings for week of 11-16
Power Rankings for week of 11-16
3sob.com — Every ranking has the Grizzlies the same. Either they are checking with each other (just for the (Grizzlies) or it must be true. Either Wednesday's game with the Clippers will prove them right or wrong. Let's hope they are all wrong. Actually the 7 polls all agree on the same bottom 4, ... (more) Power Rankings for week of 11-16
Grizzlies vs L A Clippers - 11.18.09
Grizzlies vs L A Clippers - 11.18.09
3sob.com — Memphis has finally gotten a chance to catch their breaths, savor a win and try to build for the rest of the season. After playing 7 games in 11 days and in 7 different cities the Grizzlies were allowed two days off to prepare for the Minnesota Timberwolves and the result was a dominating ... (more) Grizzlies vs L A Clippers - 11.18.09
Did the Grizzlies Screw Up the Bench?
Did the Grizzlies Screw Up the Bench?
3sob.com — Did the Grizzlies screw up their bench this year? Wow. Can you believe after the disaster that was the Grizzlies bench last season that this question can even be asked? But it is being asked and for good reason. The bench isn't better than last season at this time . Last season's bench was ... (more) Did the Grizzlies Screw Up the Bench?
Allen Iverson Leaving Memphis and Retiring
Allen Iverson Leaving Memphis and Retiring
3sob.com — Ron Tillery reports that there is a legitimate family issue that Allen Iverson is dealing with and that is why he has left the team. Tllery also reports that the Grizzlies did tell AI that they envisioned seeing him coming off the bench. Tillery's take is that AI just didn't want to hear ... (more) Allen Iverson Leaving Memphis and Retiring
Grizzlies V. Timberwolves 11-14-09
Grizzlies V. Timberwolves 11-14-09
3sob.com — The Memphis Grizzlies are coming off one of the worst losses of the season. They're currently on a seven-game losing streak with their 1-8 record. I expected better, but with troubles going around the team with bench problems and Iverson leaving, it's just not looking good. But can the ... (more) Grizzlies V. Timberwolves 11-14-09
Hollins Staying With Starting Lineup
Hollins Staying With Starting Lineup
3sob.com — With the Grizzlies already at a devestating 1-8 record, Lionel Hollins isn't going to quit. He is standing strong with the team's starting five and he does not look to change it. "We're in a pit. It looks bad. But everybody has to believe it's not as bad and be willing to go out and work our ... (more) Hollins Staying With Starting Lineup
Tinsley To Sign with the Grizz?
Tinsley To Sign with the Grizz?
3sob.com — According to several sources, it has been said that the Memphis Grizzlies are close to signing a deal with troubled point guard Jamaal Tinsley. Tinsley spent his career with the Pacers, but with some off-court troubles, he was released this offseason, having interest from teams like the Knicks. (more) Tinsley To Sign with the Grizz?
Gasol Abuses Wolves, Refs Abuse Gasol; GRIZZLIES  WIN!
Gasol Abuses Wolves, Refs Abuse Gasol; GRIZZLIES WIN!
3sob.com — Was Tim Donaghy in the stands or on the phone somewhere???? Some WILDLY uneven officiating on both ends tonight...but Marc Gasol got the consistent short end of the stick. Even the refs couldn't stop him, though. Hey, I didn't really need that paper bag tonight. Nice. Seemed like Conley is ... (more) Gasol Abuses Wolves, Refs Abuse Gasol; GRIZZLIES WIN!
Grizzlies at Rockets - 11.11.09
Grizzlies at Rockets - 11.11.09
3sob.com — Memphis heads into the third back to back series of the season with a rather dubius mark in these games of 0-5 so far. Allen Iverson is not expected to start, sit or suit up as he deals with his personal family issues (which means his egotistical issues about not starting). In his absence O ... (more) Grizzlies at Rockets - 11.11.09
Where's My Paper Bag?
Where's My Paper Bag?
3sob.com — I might need one if I decide that this bunch of listless losers deserves my presence at another home game this season. No fire. No passion, except for ONE PLAY where Rudy actually fought Luis Scola for a rebound, got it, and scored the and-one. Were Mike Conley a puppy, he'd have his tail ... (more) Where's My Paper Bag?
Power Rankings for week of 11-9
Power Rankings for week of 11-9
3sob.com — The rankings comments all have AI comments. That and the terrible loses keep the Grizzlies in the news, but for all the wrong reasons. The $1 question of the week. Will AI return to the Grizzlies. If your answer is wrong then you should contribute $1 to the 3Shades of Blue web site ... (more) Power Rankings for week of 11-9
Mamba Exsanguinates Grizzlies in LA
Mamba Exsanguinates Grizzlies in LA
3sob.com — The Grizzlies made a Friday visit to to Staples Center, doing, as many teams do, the "LA double", with the LAL one night and the Clippers the next. Based on how the season's gone thus far, it would be easy for one to foresee that neither game would be an easy 48 minutes. Was there to be any ... (more) Mamba Exsanguinates Grizzlies in LA
Iverson Wants To Win
Iverson Wants To Win
3sob.com — Allen Iverson: he was the man. Starting from Sixers, a fabulous career had begun. He led them to the Finals all by himself, but sadly, lost. Moving to the Nuggets, he played okay along with Carmelo Anthony, but he wasn't good enough. Off to the Pistons then. Nothing. And then, he is here ... (more) Iverson Wants To Win
Who's Running the Asylum?
Who's Running the Asylum?
3sob.com — This blog was scheduled to run today prior to the news of Allen Iverson leaving the team for personal reasons. While it was written in advance and 3 Shades of Blue does want to disparage his personal issues the questions raised in this blog still appear valid even under current circumstances. ... (more) Who's Running the Asylum?
GUEST BLOG: Players vs. Coaches
GUEST BLOG: Players vs. Coaches
3sob.com — The guys at 3 Shades of Blue like to think we have a corner on the bright thoughts about the Grizzlies but as our readers like to remind us..we don't. To showcase that reality here is a guest blog from a long time reader John Willet . Players vs. Coaches by John Willet (more) GUEST BLOG: Players vs. Coaches
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