seattlepi.nwsource.com - 10/30/2008
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He long had been the voice of the Sonics, but now Kevin Calabro sounds more like the voice of the fans as he tries explaining the feeling of seeing a new NBA season tip off this week without a franchise in Seattle. "I feel," Calabro said, "like a man without a country." On different levels, ...
detroitbadboys.com - 10/31/2008
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detroitbadboys.com —
In my line of work, I talk to
a lot of famous people. I don’t get starstruck,...
especially around guys younger than me, but I do enjoy it. For one, it’s just so interesting to have a conversation with a guy and see how his personality ...
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The James “Buddha” Edwards Interview
bostonherald.com - 11/6/2008
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bostonherald.com —
O KLAHOMA CITY - Ray Allen admitted that
last night s 96-83 win over the Oklahoma City...
Thunder - formerly known as the team he used to play for, the Seattle SuperSonics - was surreal. It is odd, said the Celtics [ team stats ] guard before the game. ...
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An odd one for Ray Allen
deadspin.com - 10/27/2008
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deadspin.com —
On the weekend before the NBA finally returns
to action after its six-week sabbatical after the NBA...
Finals, we must take one more moment to remember one city that will not be joining the rest of us in our journey this season as Oklahoma City tries to ...
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David Stern Invites Seattle to Watch Their Ex-Girlfriend ...
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Blaze of Glory - 10/30/08
Blaze of Love —
... ridiculousness and info. If you ever have anything to add to it, make sure to drop us a line unless your name is Dwight Jaynes. (Kidding!)
So how are you feeling now Portland fans? [Willamette Week]
Three ways Portland can survive without Oden. [Hoops Vide]
Is Steve Blake the guy to take Portland to the promised land? [Bleacher Report]
Starting to feel bad for Sonics fans yet? [Seattle Pi]
Some of us actually think the "sky is falling" my friend. [ ...
Friday Bolts - 10.31.08
The Thunderworld —
... An excellent feature from the Seattle Post-Intelligencer: "At some point you kind of have to let that go and learn from your mistakes, I suppose. But the thing is, nobody in this town has stepped up and said, 'My fault, I had a hand in this, I'm sorry.' Former ownership, politicians, nobody. I guess it's a region full of Fonzies. They can't say that 'S' word." ...
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Bleacher Report - NBA 10/29/2008
Anticipation. Excitement. Hope.
These are just a few words that describe the feelings and emotions of sports fans as the dawn of a new season approaches. For the dearly devoted, the beginning of a new season is the ...