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WithMalice

WithMalice

I'm a sports-mad guy living in Japan (with my wife & baby boy), originally hailing from Australia.

Here I hope to share my musings on the NBA and sports in general, and maybe on occasions add the occasional 'life-in-japan' anecdote.

Web Site: With Malice...

Claimed Blog: With Malice - An LA Lakers blog, news and opinions

Games: 2008 NBA Playoffs Pick'em, 17 Games

BallHype Member since June 5, 2007

Lakers beat Grizz - highlights
with-malice.com — A really undermanned Lakers squad (sans Pau Gasol and Andrew Bynum) had a good run against the Memphis Grizzlies, running out with a 114-98 win. The bench was actually surprisingly good - with good performances by Josh Powell (13 pts); Jordan Farmar (9 points)... and a slue of other efforts ... (more) Lakers beat Grizz - highlights
LeBron to LA? Err... Sam Smith? You're nuts.
LeBron to LA? Err... Sam Smith? You're nuts.
with-malice.com — Sam Smith of Bulls.com states: "Well, at least I'm fairly sure now where LeBron James is going to be playing next season. Los Angeles, most likely with the Lakers." ( Will LeBron join Kobe in L.A.? ) Say what? I would hazard a guess and state that the one destination that we ... (more) LeBron to LA? Err... Sam Smith? You're nuts.
Usher's Take (Eastern Conference)
Usher's Take (Eastern Conference)
with-malice.com — Usher gave us his first impressions on the Western Conference last Monday - here's what he thinks on all things Eastern... Boston Celtics Easily the most impressive side so far. They're looking amazing at the moment. Though, they looked damn good this time last season as well.  ... (more) Usher's Take (Eastern Conference)

Good old-fashioned virtues...
Good old-fashioned virtues...
with-malice.com — Early days - LA's played 4 games, winning 3 and losing 1. Now, whilst quite a few fans were mortified over the loss to Dallas - at home no less - ... thus far - I like what I see. Looking at the games we've played thus far, we have: a win vs LA Clippers (99-92) a loss against Dallas ... (more) Good old-fashioned virtues...

All roads lead through... (NBA Pacific Div. previews)
All roads lead through... (NBA Pacific Div. previews)
with-malice.com — This is the last of the blog previews for the now-already-started NBA season - of course a Celtics blog would organise the Lakers to be last (and after we've begun!)... I kid, I kid. Hey, if there wasn't a bit of healthy angst between the Celtics and the Lakers, the earth would stop turning!  ... (more) All roads lead through... (NBA Pacific Div. previews)
Usher's Take (Western Conference)
Usher's Take (Western Conference)
with-malice.com — Here we go with a look at what's happened thus far in the Association. Early days yet, but Usher calls it as he sees it. Dallas Mavs Impressive so far, seems to suit the up-tempo offense they've implemented. They look a lot deeper than last season. Positives - Marion looks like ... (more) Usher's Take (Western Conference)

Magic Shots
Magic Shots
with-malice.com — Every now 'n' then, someone offers me something that's well worth putting up - despite the team it's for. Someone who's often contributed to some of the stuff I put up here is a Magic fan (and runs by the pseudonym '46')... given how desperate I am to put up something today - I have ... (more) Magic Shots
#15
#15
with-malice.com — LA raises yet another banner to the rafters of the Staples Center. (more) #15
From the Dark Side... Opponent-looks on LA
From the Dark Side... Opponent-looks on LA
with-malice.com — Opposing teams all have their sites set on LA. The Laker's have a big target on their collective backs. No surprises there. So, I asked a few opposing team fans to assess how they see the LA Lakers this coming NBA season. Here's a collection from an assortment of fans from across the ... (more) From the Dark Side... Opponent-looks on LA
A vote for me is... well... a vote for me!
A vote for me is... well... a vote for me!
with-malice.com — As mentioned before, Bloguin is holding their blog-awards. It's pretty huge - when you consider that there are over 100 blogs involved. I've been nominated for "Best Basketball Blog" and "Best Blogger". I'd really like your help to do as well as I can possibly do... SCREW THAT!! I WANT ... (more) A vote for me is... well... a vote for me!
Magic's for the taking?  SE Div. Previews!
Magic's for the taking? SE Div. Previews!
with-malice.com — Southeast Division, and for my money - I can't see anyone bumping Orlando. Washington appear they might go close... but no dice. The other thing I note is, no weak teams here! Anyway, previews are up: Atlanta Hawks : Peachtree Hoops Charlotte Bobcats: Rufus on Fire |  ... (more) Magic's for the taking? SE Div. Previews!
NBA Bloguin - Power Rankings!
NBA Bloguin - Power Rankings!
with-malice.com — The various NBA blogs in the Bloguin network will have a bi-monthly NBA Power Ranking... and the first one's out. No surprises for which team's number one! Hit the pic for the link! (more) NBA Bloguin - Power Rankings!
Happy Birthday Bloguin/Bloguin Awards!
Happy Birthday Bloguin/Bloguin Awards!
with-malice.com — Amazing... I joined Bloguin almost a year ago (my starting date at the network was Dec 1st, 2008) - it was but a small network numbering around 10 blogs, with big aspirations. Now Bloguin's a year old, and it numbers 100 blogs, and is growing every day. Incredible stuff. In ... (more) Happy Birthday Bloguin/Bloguin Awards!
With Malice's NBA Power Rankings #1!!!
With Malice's NBA Power Rankings #1!!!
with-malice.com — First one of the new season! Take this rankings as a starting point - and given the season's not even begun - as a bit of an ongoing thought process. Enough idle chatter... 1. LA Lakers - I'm sorry, but how people can argue that removing a guy who averaged under 9 points and a bit ... (more) With Malice's NBA Power Rankings #1!!!

Envious Position
Envious Position
with-malice.com — LA Lakers (last season 65-17; #1 in the Western Conference; NBA Champions) When the reigning champion's biggest worry is how one of the best lock-down defenders in the league is going to fit in, it's a bad sign for the rest of the league. Still, time to explore the Lakers, and ... (more) Envious Position
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