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mookie

I'm originally from Australia, but live in the UK and love the NBA... but not just the NBA, all basketball. It's from this unique perspective that I try to follow everything from the Australian NBL, to Euro leagues to NBA.

I used to run a blog called RGB : Rose Garden Blog, but have moved onto A Stern Warning to have a more well-rounded view on basketball, without showing so much of my Blazers bias!

Web Site: ...a stern warning

Claimed Blog: A Stern Warning - NBA, NBL and FIBA News & Views

Games: 2008 NBA Playoffs Pick'em, 2007 NBA Playoffs Pick'em

BallHype Member since March 28, 2007

Has EA Sports stopped making NCAA Basketball?
Has EA Sports stopped making NCAA Basketball?
asternwarning.com — According to this kotaku article , the answer might be an unfortunate "yes." You know what Dick... Vitale would say to that. "NCAA Basketball is not listed among key sports titles due for release in Electronic Arts' coming fiscal year, fueling speculation that the poor-selling franchise has been ... (more) Has EA Sports stopped making NCAA Basketball?
NBA H-O-R-S-E : Looking Back Over The Years
NBA H-O-R-S-E : Looking Back Over The Years
asternwarning.com — So the field has been set for the 2010 NBA All-Star Weekend H-O-R-S-E event. According to JE... Skeets at Ball Don't Lie , this year's event will see returning champion Kevin Durant take on Israeli rookie sensation Omri Casspi and Rajon "there's no F-T in" Rondo. As Skeets pointed out well, ... (more) NBA H-O-R-S-E : Looking Back Over The Years
Dwight Howard scores sitting on the bench
Dwight Howard scores sitting on the bench
asternwarning.com — This shot came before the game between the Orlando Magic and New Orleans Hornets.... (more) Dwight Howard scores sitting on the bench
Andrew Bogut approaches Aussie milestones
Andrew Bogut approaches Aussie milestones
asternwarning.com — Comparisons are not always just, necessary or desirable. However when it comes to sport and in particular... statistics, comparisons will always come to mind. Andrew Bogut has never compared himself to Luc Longley, though the media has wanted to do so ever since the big Buck was drafted number ... (more) Andrew Bogut approaches Aussie milestones
Game on the line, Penny Hardaway chooses Reggie or MJ
Game on the line, Penny Hardaway chooses Reggie or MJ
asternwarning.com — Just about everyone remembers Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway's game fondly. Yes, back when he had game and was... not debilitated to a shadow of his former self. Everyone remembers Lil' Penny -- the pre-cursor to all other great NBA advert mini-me's. But how many truly remember what Penny was like as a ... (more) Game on the line, Penny Hardaway chooses Reggie or MJ
Help the New Zealand Breakers support CanTeen
Help the New Zealand Breakers support CanTeen
asternwarning.com — The New Zealand Breakers are doing a great thing for charity by supporting CanTeen -- assisting teens... with cancer. It's clear watching this video who the seasoned vets are as opposed to those unaccustomed to being in front of the camera! (more) Help the New Zealand Breakers support CanTeen

MVPuppets: Handshake
MVPuppets: Handshake
asternwarning.com — Perhaps these LeBron and Kobe MVPuppets are reaching their use-by date -- I'll leave that up to... everyone else to decide. Looking at this one, I think they probably should be on the tail end of things. This time it's all about LeBron James and his elaborate handshakes. (more) MVPuppets: Handshake
Chris Anstey calls it a career
Chris Anstey calls it a career
asternwarning.com — Hot on the heals of the news that Tony Ronaldson was to call it a day ,... another league legend in Chris Anstey has announced his retirement. It has been a tough season for the Melbourne Tigers, a season which stands out like a sore thumb in a club with a rich tradition of winning. Their ... (more) Chris Anstey calls it a career

Superstar treatment?
Superstar treatment?
asternwarning.com — We've all seen superstar treatment on the basketball court (not to mention in other sports). It's almost... accepted practice that a foul by a superstar will have a blind-eye turned to it by officials, whereas the same play by a rookie/journeyman will cop an immediate whistle. The question I put ... (more) Superstar treatment?
Derrick Rose crazy alley-oop dunk vs Hawks
Derrick Rose crazy alley-oop dunk vs Hawks
asternwarning.com — In recent years there has been a clear shift in the tides; point guards can now be... as high-flying dunkers as anyone else. Take a look at the likes of Dwyane Wade, John Wall and of course this man, Derrick Rose. Rose will not be in the slam dunk competition this year (it's one of the few aspects ... (more) Derrick Rose crazy alley-oop dunk vs Hawks
Sonny Weems jumps OVER Jarvis Hayes for the dunk
Sonny Weems jumps OVER Jarvis Hayes for the dunk
asternwarning.com — Okay, it's not exactly Vince Carter jumping over Frederic Weis, legs splayed, but technically Sonny Weems did... jump over the entire body of Jarvis Hayes for this dunk. (more) Sonny Weems jumps OVER Jarvis Hayes for the dunk
Today's NBA Warnings: 5 February, 2010
Today's NBA Warnings: 5 February, 2010
asternwarning.com — Today's Warnings from across the NBA blogosphere and beyond.... (more) Today's NBA Warnings: 5 February, 2010

Top 10 NBA Gun-Related Names
Top 10 NBA Gun-Related Names
asternwarning.com — As everyone within shouting distance is well aware, the NBA has been rocked by a gun-related saga... this season involving Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton. However gun culture is nothing new to the league, both in literal and figurative terms. Let's have a look at ten of the best ... (more) Top 10 NBA Gun-Related Names
Jerryd Bayless double-pump dunk on the Jazz
Jerryd Bayless double-pump dunk on the Jazz
asternwarning.com — Jerryd Bayless might not be in the upcoming 2010 All-Star Dunk Contest, but he certainly has hops.... This double-pump baseline jam came against the Utah Jazz last night. For more great dunks, check out Get Banged On . (more) Jerryd Bayless double-pump dunk on the Jazz
Chinese fans revolt during Marbury's second CBA game
Chinese fans revolt during Marbury's second CBA game
asternwarning.com — Stephon Marbury 's journey in the Chinese Basketball Association continues and it gets more interesting. In his... second game with Shanxi, Starbury's overall performance is much improved as he finishes with 15 points and 15 assists, despite some poor shooting, but it is the crowd that brings ... (more) Chinese fans revolt during Marbury's second CBA game
Andrew Bogut : ESPN Special
Andrew Bogut : ESPN Special
asternwarning.com — SportsCenter: Aussies Abroad visits Andrew Bogut in Milwaukee for a 30 minute special. This video came to... my attention via the big fella's twitter feed. As you can see, Bogut is as genuine and down to earth as they come -- a great bloke. (more) Andrew Bogut : ESPN Special
Jazz destroy Blazers as AK47 discharges
Jazz destroy Blazers as AK47 discharges
asternwarning.com — The Portland Trail Blazers never really looked in control the entire way as the Utah Jazz knocked... them off 118-105 in Salt Lake City tonight. When it was all said and done, it wasn't a necessarily poor shooting night that killed the Blazers, but rather a great performance by the Jazz, who ... (more) Jazz destroy Blazers as AK47 discharges
Kevin Durant's new Nike KD II shoes - are they working?
Kevin Durant's new Nike KD II shoes - are they working?
asternwarning.com — If you're a sneaker fan, you'll probably be interested in watching this video, hosted by the designer... of Kevin Durant's new Nike Zoom KD II shoes. One thing in particular that I found amusing in the detailed description of the shoes, was that Kevin specifically asked for two extra grips in the ... (more) Kevin Durant's new Nike KD II shoes - are they working?
Watch Live NBL & ABL Games on FIBATV.com
Watch Live NBL & ABL Games on FIBATV.com
asternwarning.com — Great news for international basketball fans -- particularly those who follow the Australian and Asian leagues. FIBATV.com... has announced that they are showing live coverage from the Asean Basketball League (ABL) and the Australian National Basketball League (NBL). All of these games are free ... (more) Watch Live NBL & ABL Games on FIBATV.com

Taj Gibson crossover and dunk on Chris Kaman
Taj Gibson crossover and dunk on Chris Kaman
asternwarning.com — Who says NBA players don't get around? Taj Gibson does plenty of travelling on this play, as... he crosses over Chris Kaman, takes three steps and then dunks on him left-handed. Impressive stuff... in an imperfect way. (more) Taj Gibson crossover and dunk on Chris Kaman
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