Julian Wright To Enter NBA Draft
Posted by Milo Taibi Categories: Athletes, NBA, NCAA, College Baseball, News
Much to the chagrin of Kansas head coach Bill Self, forward Julian Wright made the decision Monday to enter the NBA draft, and skip his last two college basketball years. Julian Wright insists that money was not a factor in his decision.
““Money has never been my motivation, It’s not my family’s (motivation). Mostly, just playing and feeling like I’m able to advance my game to the next level. It’s not about the money. I’m just happy and grateful to have the opportunity.”
The former McDonalds all American did not hire an agent, so he would be eligible to return to Kansas before the draft. He’s known for having superior athleticism for a player of his size (6’8 inches tall, 225 pounds). He’s played numerous positions for Kansas, including point guard, small forward, and power forward. Wright’s announcement of entering the NBA draft was fairly unexpected, as he stated numerous times that he wouldn’t enter the NBA draft no matter his performance during his sophomore season.
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Who Should the Houston Texans Choose? Who Else? Reggie Bush
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Athletes, Drafts, Editorial, NCAA, College Football, NFL
I have the task of convincing you that the Houston Texans don’t need to rack their brains over the decision, the choice is clear; go with your first instinct - Reggie Bush. All this talk about Reggie Bush not being an every-down back, he’s not durable…baloney. In this day and age of the NFL, it’s a copy cat league in which successful teams now employ multiple back sets. Sure the Texans already have Domanick Davis, but they’re going to need another weapon. Look at the New England Patriots, a backfield by committee, the Denver Broncos using multiple backs, the Pittsburgh Steelers surely needed both Jerome Bettis and Willie Parker. If they pass on Bush, the Texans will surely regret their decision. Bush is the most promising running back prospect since Gale Sayers and Barry Sanders. Don’t get me started on being a “smaller” back, did that effect Barry Sanders? Tiki Barber? Warrick Dunn? I didn’t think so.
If your team is going to invest in a number one draft pick, he should be a franchise player. Bush not only is an exceptional player, but he has absolutely none of the off-field issues you are going to worry about with every other prospect in this draft. Mario Williams, his weakness is that he has a questionable work ethic and needs to be motivated. Do you want ride your #1 draft choice to play hard? Come on, this is the pros; teams should demand more of the #1 pick. Matt Leinert, maybe he’s not focused entirely on football and more on becoming a celebrity. Vince Young? This guy could end up being a bust altogether and he might not be able to even grasp the simplest of NFL offenses. Reggie Bush he already has the maturity as you can see from the way he has handled himself throughout the so-called “Agent for house scandal”. All the interviews Bush has been apart of the last few days, on MTV TRL, on Conan O’Brien, this guy is ready for the big stage and will not disappoint.
Whoa nellie! The 77 year old broadcaster has called it quits from play by play duties for college football. As it turns out Keith Jackson’s last game was the 2006 Rose bowl between USC and Texas. Jackson was the most famous voice of college football, and will be missed. Jackson is also the voice of the famous Gatorade commercials in which scientist at the University of Florida developed a special formula to help the football team overcome dehydration.
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Jordan All-American Classic Features the Top High School Players
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Athletes, NBA, NCAA, College Basketball
The Jordan All-American Classic took place this past Saturday in Madison Square Garden, the yearly event features the top high school basketball players in the nation. In years past, the event has included future and current stars such as Amare Stoudemire, Lebron James, Carmelo Anthony and others. I was able to attend both this years event as well as last year’s. Last year, I had a sneak peak at Pittsburgh’s Levance Fields, and 2005 draft picks Martell Webster, Andrew Bynum, Monta Ellis, Louis Williams and Andray Blatche. This year I didn’t pay as much attention after knowing it was just going to be an exhibition game with no defense. On the positive side, I was able to get into the VIP room and get an up-close look at Michael Jordan himself, Vince Carter, Danny Granger, Al Harrington and football DT Warren Sapp. I got to tell Al Harrington to avoid the aggravation and not to bother signing with the New York Knicks as he heads to free agency this summer.
Currently at Duke University’s bookstore, Lacrosse apparel is still being sold. Duke spokesman, Keith Lawrence realizes whether the merchandise is pulled from the shelves or continued to be displayed, they would be criticized either way. One retailer who caved into the pressure was Dick’s Sporting Good store, who pulled it’s merchandise after receiving complaints from customers. There are some who will continue to support the team and others that still have a vested interest in the #1 ranked women’s team. Hopefully there aren’t too many idiots on campus, wearing Lacrosse gear just to grab attention to themselves.
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Professional Athletes are Just Born with Talent: Plain and Simple
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Athletes, NBA, NCAA, College Football
After watching the Detroit Pistons versus Miami Heat match-up last night, I learned an interesting fact about PG Chauncey Billups. He is actually related to potential first round draft pick running back Lendale White from USC. That is some scary talent in their family’s gene pool. The most potent family duo has to be Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady; they must have just destroyed their friends and kids in the park when they were youngsters. After watching the NCAA tournament and seeing a number of impact players being second generation stars, such as Joakim Noah be the best player in the tournament, his dad is ex-tennis star Yannick Noah. Joakim’s Florida teammate, Taurean Green is also a second generation basketball player, his dad is ex-NBA player Sidney Green. For all you aspiring ball players, if you find yourself falling short on the playground, I feel for you - maybe you just weren’t born with it.
Rick Pitino’s Former Assistants Doing Well For Themselves
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Front Office, NCAA, College Basketball
Two former Rick Pitino assistants have made headlines the last couple of days. Billy Donovan led Florida to it’s first NCAA basketball title, and Herb Sendek took the head coaching job at Arizona State University. Both Donovan and Sendek were Pitino assistant’s at Kentucky. Tubby Smith was also under Pitino’s staff, and has put his own mark on the Kentucky program.
Donovan led a strong sophomore recruiting class to the promise land yesterday by defeating UCLA, to the dismay of Bill Walton. With two NCAA championship games under Donovan’s belt, he may now be propelled into an elite class of head coaches. Sendek who has had success as the head coach of the N.C. State Wolfpack in recent years, but has come up short in head to head against the elite of the ACC with a 17-54 record against rivals Duke, North Carolina and Wake Forest. With Sendek on board, the Pac-10 Conference just got tougher by one more team.
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Florida Gators Joakim Noah’s Act is Getting Old
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Athletes, Editorial, NCAA, College Basketball
Ever since Florida defeated Villanova to advance to the Final Four, the focus has been on Joakim Noah and his sound-bites. First it started off with the backwards hat wearing, right out of the locker room celebration “The Gator boys are hot right now,” quote. At that moment, he morphed from high-energy, fun to watch basketball player, to condescending, uppity-attitude rich kid who is garnering too much attention. Ever since then, it’s been the you’ve guys only watched us three or four times, you don’t know me, why are you writing stories against us, me against the world attitude. Hey Joakim, who is writing bad things about you and the Gators? Mostly everyone is predicting the Gators to defeat George Mason and win in the title game. This is one rising star where the sudden adoration and attention is definitely going to his head.
Adam Morrison, J.J. Redick Win Co-Players of the Year
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Athletes, Kudos, NCAA, College Basketball
I guess both teams getting knocked out in the third round Sweet 16 of the NCAA tournament made the United States Basketball Writers Association unable to decide who deserved the award, as Adam Morrison and J.J. Redick both walked away with the Player of the Year honors. The last time this happened was in 1979 when Larry Bird and Magic Johnson were both named co-player of the year as well. Most fans shouldn’t be up in arms about this, despite the fact Redick fans will argue that Redick and Duke played under tougher competition in the ACC rather than the WCC conference. It won’t be a bad thing that their names will be linked together in history especially in the same sentence as Bird and Magic.
South Carolina Wins the NIT Championship
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Championship, NCAA, College Basketball
The South Carolina Gamecocks did their job in making the SEC conference proud by taking home their second NIT Championship in a row. South Carolina defeated Michigan 76-64. SEC can hope for a LSU versus Florida match-up in the finals to make a SEC sweep. Ironically this match-up featured the past two NIT winners. In 2005 South Carolina defeated St. Josephs and in 2004 Michigan defeated Rutgers. The Gamecocks were close to joining the big dance themselves by receiving an automatic bid by winning the SEC title but loss to Florida in the championship game 49-47. Renaldo Balkman was named Most Outstanding Player of the Tournament.
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