I know, I know...you're probably shocked at the title of today's blog...or maybe you're not. However, there is a good reason for my beef with boxing as a sport. You be be called the best without ever fighting the best.
So the other day, I'm scanning the internet and I see a headline that reads "Mayweather ends boxing drought". I'm thinking...Great! He's gotta be fighting against Pacquiao right? I mean for the last few years he's been the best boxer in the world (according to boxing magazines and analysts) So as I'm reading I see that he's fighting Victor Ortiz...wow...really?
You wait almost a year and a half to fight Victor Ortiz? The supposed best fighter in our generation is fighting another young up and comer? Just so he can pick them apart and stay Undefeated...
Yep...That's right boxing sucks.
This is the reason why fighters like Paul Williams will never get a real fight. People don't want to fight people that could actually beat them in the ring so they choose guys they can pick apart. Why do you think the MMA movement has been so huge. People rather pay 50 bucks to see guys fight for three to nine minutes before they watch a 12 round bout with guys they never heard about.
Don't get me wrong...I don't want to discredit Victor Ortiz. He's an aggressive, power puncher that will attack Money Mayweather for 8-12 rounds before he loses to the cards. The world just wants to see Manny in the same ring with Floyd and win, lose or draw we can be done with it.
In my opinion, boxing should force the champs and the best fighters to compete against each other to see what's what. What good is being undefeated if you only fought a handful of good fighters?
What if Michael Jordan's Bulls came out of the East and said..."nah, we don't wanna play against the Lakers..they've got Magic.." What if Tiger said the field is too good this tournament, let me play next week when Phil Mickelson's on vacation...what if Roger Federer decided that he's tired of Nadal beating him so he just stopped playing on clay courts? Real champions face the pressure and their opponents head on. They give it whatever they have and let the chips fall where they may.
It's a shame that it doesn't happen in every sport...
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Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Mama There Goes That Man...
I'm sure you've heard by now that Mark Jackson has been name the Head Coach of the Golden State Warriors...that's good news for Mark but here's the bad news...you're coaching the Golden State Warriors!
I know that after 17 years of playing PG at a pretty high level that Mr. Jackson was anxious to grab hold of a coaching job, but this will be a task to make them a playoff contender. I'm sure that Jerry West, Joe Lacob and friends will make sure that an all-star coaching staff is assembled around him...however the real problem is the roster.
Issue #1: Their back court is too small and there is currently controversy as to who's team this actually is...
Possible solution: Trade Monta Ellis - He's a better scorer than most but he's 6'3 and this needs to become Stephen Curry's team. Acquire a long and athletic SG that likes to defend...There's already been rumors about an Igoudala for Ellis trade. That's a good trade for Golden State. Not sure about Philly though.
Issue #2: Their front court is small and isn't a low post threat in the paint. David Lee was an improvement at the power forward spot, but his numbers fell after he left the Knicks. They need a Center badly.
Possible solution#2: Go after Nene, Marc Gasol...or Oden...or trade to trade up and get Kanter...LOL! I know what you're thinking. You don't think that any of those guys would go to the bay area huh? Well money talks and you better believe that Jerry West will be trying to make the Warriors relevant again.
Final Issue: Depth? Who's coming off of the bench? Reggie Williams again? Anybody scare you on their roster?
Possible solution...it's already in place. I believe in Mr. West.
Prediction - Depending on the lockout and the trade market, I expect the Warriors to be very active in the offseason. If they acquire the right talent, they could sneak in to get the 8th spot...but I'm predicting they won't. Clippers, Kings and Rockets all get better and fight for the last two spots.
Lakers, Mavs, Spurs, Thunder, Nuggets, Blazers are basically locks to go back to the playoffs. I'm adding the Clippers to that mix as well. So that means it's only one spot left...
Sorry Mark, but I'm already counting you out of this year's playoff picture...I hope that I'm wrong though. Otherwise, three years from now, you'll be back on ESPN saying classic phrases like "Grown Man Move", "Hand Down, Man Down"...and my personal favorite..."Mama, there's goes that man"!
Good luck Mr. Jackson!
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I know that after 17 years of playing PG at a pretty high level that Mr. Jackson was anxious to grab hold of a coaching job, but this will be a task to make them a playoff contender. I'm sure that Jerry West, Joe Lacob and friends will make sure that an all-star coaching staff is assembled around him...however the real problem is the roster.
Issue #1: Their back court is too small and there is currently controversy as to who's team this actually is...
Possible solution: Trade Monta Ellis - He's a better scorer than most but he's 6'3 and this needs to become Stephen Curry's team. Acquire a long and athletic SG that likes to defend...There's already been rumors about an Igoudala for Ellis trade. That's a good trade for Golden State. Not sure about Philly though.
Issue #2: Their front court is small and isn't a low post threat in the paint. David Lee was an improvement at the power forward spot, but his numbers fell after he left the Knicks. They need a Center badly.
Possible solution#2: Go after Nene, Marc Gasol...or Oden...or trade to trade up and get Kanter...LOL! I know what you're thinking. You don't think that any of those guys would go to the bay area huh? Well money talks and you better believe that Jerry West will be trying to make the Warriors relevant again.
Final Issue: Depth? Who's coming off of the bench? Reggie Williams again? Anybody scare you on their roster?
Possible solution...it's already in place. I believe in Mr. West.
Prediction - Depending on the lockout and the trade market, I expect the Warriors to be very active in the offseason. If they acquire the right talent, they could sneak in to get the 8th spot...but I'm predicting they won't. Clippers, Kings and Rockets all get better and fight for the last two spots.
Lakers, Mavs, Spurs, Thunder, Nuggets, Blazers are basically locks to go back to the playoffs. I'm adding the Clippers to that mix as well. So that means it's only one spot left...
Sorry Mark, but I'm already counting you out of this year's playoff picture...I hope that I'm wrong though. Otherwise, three years from now, you'll be back on ESPN saying classic phrases like "Grown Man Move", "Hand Down, Man Down"...and my personal favorite..."Mama, there's goes that man"!
Good luck Mr. Jackson!
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Monday, June 6, 2011
Leave USC Alone!
The College Football Gods must really hate USC. Not only did they take 30 scholarships from them over the next three years, they vacated their 2004 title and every bowl win (or loss) during the Reggie Bush era. I know fans/alumni have to be pissed! I know that they were wrong but this is destroying the 2011-2013 years and punishing a coaching regime that took over last season.
I don't feel sorry for them. USC broke the rules, but at this expense? The Trojans will still be a very good team next year but this punishment definitely will hurt them in the long run. It won't really hurt recruiting too much. It's still Southern Cal and the team will continue to get better.
Pete Carroll was smart to leave a sinking ship. He should of stayed in College though....don't believe me, just watch the Seahawks play.
That's a another story though....
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I don't feel sorry for them. USC broke the rules, but at this expense? The Trojans will still be a very good team next year but this punishment definitely will hurt them in the long run. It won't really hurt recruiting too much. It's still Southern Cal and the team will continue to get better.
Pete Carroll was smart to leave a sinking ship. He should of stayed in College though....don't believe me, just watch the Seahawks play.
That's a another story though....
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Sports Lockout!
The NFL has been locked out for a few months now and right after the NBA Finals, the NBA will probably be locked out as well. I also just found out that Major League Baseball contract is up at the end of the year as well. All this leads me to this question....
Do the commissioners of these leagues actually talk to each other about CBAs and what dates they'll be expiring? It's ridiculous to see the NFL currently locked out...but to see all three major sports locked out in the same year would be crippling to the American people and would be another blow to this weak economy.
You'd think Roger Goodell. David Stern and Bud Selig would get together and be reasonable when they iron out their Collective Barganing Agreements. Someone should of said..."Hey, we might wanna stagger these agreements so we can at least have one major sport going into 2012." I guess not. Does that mean, they don't care...maybe so. They should care because we as fans fill the owner's arenas up and drink eight dollar beers and five dollar hot dogs. We go to sports bars all day Sunday and drink, eat and argue with each other for the teams and players we love, We fly to cities and stay in expensive hotels to watch rivalries begin and we spend hard on money on NFL Sunday Tickets, NBA League Pass and MLB access.
Billionaires are arguing with Millionaires about games that us Hundred or Thousandaires can only dream about...It makes it personal. It makes it frustrating. Fans won't leave because we have no where else to go. WE need sports. More than we need most things. It's a chance for everyone to have a voice, an opinion, pride in their neighborhood, city or state. You'd be surprised how many people don't have a voice or an opinion that matters at their jobs, or even in their homes.
So to the comissioners...keep it up. This is what you have to look forward to:
Sportsbars and Stadiums would be empty on Sundays, DirecTV, RedZone channel, etc. won't be getting the subscribers...(that means no money) only to lead to November when there isn't an NBA season, so NBA League Pass would be a joke and arenas would only be used for dog shows and concerts. Baseball fans better enjoy the World Series this year because the next one might be delayed and then we'll have the trifecta;) Are you excited yet?
In all seriousness...I'm truly hoping that all sports will get their acts together. If not, I'll be paying more attention to Tennis, Golf, Hockey and College Sports. Even Nascar, lol. Well, we'll see about that.
Talk to me...
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Do the commissioners of these leagues actually talk to each other about CBAs and what dates they'll be expiring? It's ridiculous to see the NFL currently locked out...but to see all three major sports locked out in the same year would be crippling to the American people and would be another blow to this weak economy.
You'd think Roger Goodell. David Stern and Bud Selig would get together and be reasonable when they iron out their Collective Barganing Agreements. Someone should of said..."Hey, we might wanna stagger these agreements so we can at least have one major sport going into 2012." I guess not. Does that mean, they don't care...maybe so. They should care because we as fans fill the owner's arenas up and drink eight dollar beers and five dollar hot dogs. We go to sports bars all day Sunday and drink, eat and argue with each other for the teams and players we love, We fly to cities and stay in expensive hotels to watch rivalries begin and we spend hard on money on NFL Sunday Tickets, NBA League Pass and MLB access.
Billionaires are arguing with Millionaires about games that us Hundred or Thousandaires can only dream about...It makes it personal. It makes it frustrating. Fans won't leave because we have no where else to go. WE need sports. More than we need most things. It's a chance for everyone to have a voice, an opinion, pride in their neighborhood, city or state. You'd be surprised how many people don't have a voice or an opinion that matters at their jobs, or even in their homes.
So to the comissioners...keep it up. This is what you have to look forward to:
Sportsbars and Stadiums would be empty on Sundays, DirecTV, RedZone channel, etc. won't be getting the subscribers...(that means no money) only to lead to November when there isn't an NBA season, so NBA League Pass would be a joke and arenas would only be used for dog shows and concerts. Baseball fans better enjoy the World Series this year because the next one might be delayed and then we'll have the trifecta;) Are you excited yet?
In all seriousness...I'm truly hoping that all sports will get their acts together. If not, I'll be paying more attention to Tennis, Golf, Hockey and College Sports. Even Nascar, lol. Well, we'll see about that.
Talk to me...
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Dwayne Wade's team...
If you're watching the NBA Finals, you should see that there is no question who the leader of the Miami Heat is. Dwayne Wade has been the best player on the Heat for the last 3 games and it's not even close. Shawn Marion has been doing a great job in containing LBJ...No one can completely stop Lebron one on one, but so far, his numbers are pedestrian and luckily he has a great fallback in Wade to carry the load.
So...Lebron might be the overall best player in the league, however when it comes to the Heat, I'm going with Dwayne Wade every time. He's there best closer and he's taking and making BIG shots.
We'll see how the rest of the series goes, but if the Heat win the chip, it should be an easy pick for the Finals MVP.
Stay tuned!
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So...Lebron might be the overall best player in the league, however when it comes to the Heat, I'm going with Dwayne Wade every time. He's there best closer and he's taking and making BIG shots.
We'll see how the rest of the series goes, but if the Heat win the chip, it should be an easy pick for the Finals MVP.
Stay tuned!
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