by Rey >Much Ado About Dunking I was at a conference all last week. I briefly caught ESPN one day in my hotel room and noticed that a video of the infamous LeBron-James-getting-dunked-on-at-his-own-camp surfaced. In case this hasn't been stuffed down your throat yet, here it is: As we all expected, right? This was no big deal. Of course, many have over-analyzed … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | July 26, 2009
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Lamar Odom’s Choice: Money or Legacy
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell In some ancient folklore, the quest for immortality came by way of courage, loyalty, and successful battle. No currency existed; no riches, so to speak, upon a warrior's return. The quest was more about valor and honor in one's people and purpose. Check Beowulf. Scandinavian folklore is entrenched with those continuing to fight well beyond what … [Read more...] about Lamar Odom’s Choice: Money or Legacy
NBA Splinters | July 18, 2009
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell >Clippers interested in Iverson; Sterling more concerned with ticket sales than team's success Yahoo! Sports reported earlier in the week that Clippers owner Donald Sterling is interested in signing Allen Iverson to - get this - sell tickets. Win games? Not important. Develop young talent. Who cares? Sterling is correct that Iverson would … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | July 18, 2009