sportsonmymind.com - 6/20/2008
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Once again, congratulations to the Boston Celtics. Now please excuse the poor etiquette while I rain on the NBA's and Boston's parade today by bringing back the name Tim Donaghy. I'd be inclined to display better etiquette if ESPN was on their job.
Last week D-Wil covered much of ESPN writers initial ...
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A reason to root for Al Horford - he’s still working toward his degree. (AJC)
Injured Atlanta Brave or Spinal Tap drummer? (Atlanta Magazine)
Another teacher with a young kid. This time in Buffalo. (Zimbio)
Willie Randolph on his firing. By Willie Randolph. (Daily News)
A detailed look at the “other ref scandal.” (Sports On My Mind)
Terrelle in - Henton out. ...
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COSELLOUT: Still Tellin' It Like It Is —
... Bucher all came out to dismiss Donaghy s claims with a quickness that rivaled Stern himself. Either a) they are professionally influenced; b) they truly believe that Donaghy s claims are bogus; or c) the foundation of the game is being threatened, and they want to protect the game they know and love from further harm. My best guess is option C, as it is easy for them to rationalize that the ends justifies the means instead of stating at minimum let s investigate this further . Read full article at Sports On My Mind ...
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