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Will the NBA spread to China?

Joshy-79 posted 8/26/2008 from www.nbaobsessed.com

Will the NBA be looking to set up another NBA in China? Not according to David Stern, but he does see some potential.Stern said NBA China is in an “ongoing dialogue” with Chinese authorities about installing 800,000 baskets in villages across this sprawling country. The NBA also hopes to be involved with a Chinese professional league. But Stern balked at comparisons with the NBA’s Development.

José Calderon : Spain would have won under FIBA rules

mookie posted 8/26/2008 from asternwarning.blogspot.com

"This is not the time to speak of officiating, but I think with the FIBA rules we would have won. That is why we are a little annoyed, because we were right there at the finish line and we have just missed out." On Calderon's personal blog, he was a little coy about the topic, going only so far as to say, "Now is not the time to discuss the referees, injuries, absences..." However, on El Mundo..

Video -- 5 Worst Dunks Ever

The Zoner posted 8/26/2008 from www.maniacworld.com

Great video with Kenny Smith commenting on the 5 worst dunks ever.

From the Bench To His Blog, Sore Loser, Calderon Continues Spain's Whining

jaymiller20 posted 8/26/2008 from www.nyknicksbeat.net

Everyday i find a new reason to be happy about beating Spain twice by a combine 48 points. The latest classless rendition of Spain's arrogance comes from a guy who didn't even participate in the Gold Medal game, Jose Calderon. On his blog, he wept about poor officiating, missing players (himself) and 'different' rules leading to Spain's demise. Considering Spain played a much better ...

What about "The Birdman"?

Evan50 posted 8/26/2008 from stanleycupofchowder.blogspot.com

Zoner Sports has uncovered a video of the 5 worst dunks ever from the NBA Slam Dunk Contest. But where is The Birdman?