The ESPY Awards

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July 21, 2008 | 59 comments |

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Last night the ESPY awards aired, and i was in attendance. I have to shout out my boy David Shottenstein for hooking me up with my suit, and my boy Kenny for cutting my hair, so i was looking good. That red carpet was so hot that i was sweating all through my shirt, so i had to keep my jacket on the whole entire time. Other than that i had an outstanding time. I actually had a performance skit with Justin Timberlake, he is cool. I was playing the piano in a extra small tuxedo, tie and some Elton John Glasses with tube socks. No one knew i could play the piano. I also had a couple of one liners but my favorite is when Will Ferrell said 'I want to be tucked in by Greg Oden and have him tell us stories about the old days.' The ESPYs also gave all the athletes free gifts and i got some really good things. I had a great time being in Los Angeles this past week. The ESPYs allowed me to bring out my brother and cousin to enjoy everything with me. We went to alot of different places all through Los Angeles and i got to take my brother and cousin to places they have never been. We didn't make it to the beach though. So i got to come back sometime soon to do that. I met some good people while i was out there and we had some fun.

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61 Comments On: "The ESPY Awards"

	1. mikeconleyfan , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Sounds cool, dude. So what you doing when not working out/balling/rehabbing or doing school? You findin' stuff to do?

	2. Rosecity07 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	I never catch the ESPY's, they don't market that enough so I never know when it's on. Enjoy the rest of summer because September comes fast.

	3. SmoovArt , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	Dude, I was cracking up... What was really going on with your suit?

	4. TheKingsFan , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	you continue to surprise me. Good job!

	7. Zaile61 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	First off, you were hilarious last night, just couldn't stop laughing. But in all seriousness, you gonna use that Chipotle certificate that came in bag? If not, I'm very addicted to Chipotle and could easily take that off your hands for you!

	8. marissa , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	you were hilarious yesterday! great job on teh keys with justin!

	9. Paizley , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	I didn't know that you played the piano Greg! Kudos to you. You guys had me rolling last night. Good work!

	10. Green17chica , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	you're damn right justin timberlake is cool. :D

	11. nbhatia33 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+2 pts \| \| \|
	u look like u are going to me a monster in the NBA

	12. eagleye7377 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	You're now one of my favorite players...hilarious!

	13. sambot , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+4 pts \| \| \|
	the elton glasses were epic.

	13.1. fr0arenas , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	yeah i know right?! Nice touch.

	14. lvnjacoby , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	The ESPY Awards were AMAZING!!! You two were comedic relief - everything needed during the weekend. It sounds like you also enjoyed yourself, with your family, in Los Angeles...that's always fun.

	16. ilPadrino , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	Classic. Hope the knee is doing well...

	17. DaHibachi , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	yeah, the best part was when will ferrell said "we want to be tucked in by greg oden and have him tell us stories of the old days", haha, great.

	18. goblazersgo , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	yo gregory man u were pimpin i saw u playin da piano dog wow

	19. bballmisses12 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	You were so funny! I had no idea you had such a sense of humor. I really think you should host it next year. I know you'll keep every laughing. And I had no idea you could play the piano. Nice job! I hope the trailblazers are #1 next year. Stay healthy!

	20. stillatin , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	damn i hope its on youtube, i missed it :(

	20.2. bballmisses12 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	it re-airing all day 2day on ESPN

	22. Annt74 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	Greg you are goona be such a star in the NBA and outside..........for some reason i see you and Lebron doin some scting in both of yourr futures

	24. theoneandonly , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	Espy's were great! JT was hella funny!

	26. Emily02 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Wait a minute. . .that was really you playing?! I thought it was just a recording of the music. If that was you. . .very impressive!!! The singing was great too. :) You're awesome.

	27. Blazernut , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Greg, you'll be back in Southern Cali next year, so you can take your brother and cousin to see the beach then. What's the occasion? We'll be whacking the Lakers in the playoffs, of course!! You'll have lots of free time, after swatting Kobe and Bynums shots into the 20th row of seats...

	28. npcPronk29 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	You stole the show Greg. Great job with the piano as well.

	29. blazergirl03 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	You were hysterical Greg!!! You and Justin really need a variety show!

	30. dacouve12 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	"I'm kind of a big deal. People know me"

	31. TrueBLUEatOSU , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	nice stunnas, your comedic timing is impeccable. good luck next season. I'm looking forward to seeing you as the "next rookie of the year" :) go bucks

	32. ayJbay7 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	You were hilarious, didn't know that side about you

	34. Rosecity07 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	I have no doubt you could be in some movies during your career. Your a pretty good actor from that last clip.

	35. ClaytonHOF22__ , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Gregory...THAT WAS SO FUNNY, you're one funky dude! Next up: Greg Oden stars ON the court.

	36. olliebahm , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Hey Greg, Just wanted to let you know you were HILARIOUS. You probably don't remember, but I was your waitress at Buffalo Wild Wings in Indianapolis everytime you and you're friends came in while you were doing some training after you got drafted. Can't wait to see you play, come back and drink all our Red Cream Soda sometime.

	37. whitejordan32 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Great man, missed it but watched those videos and loved it. I seen them socks though. Really, you gotta future off the court too. I got that exact same phone as you. The Musiq from Sprint, pretty nice. I love how you don't get offended and play into the "You look older" jokes. Has any of them actually hurt your feelings at first? Greg, you a silly dide. Don't change man, gotta admit I was a hater at first, probably because I go to Ben Davis and you and LN was always beating on us, and then you went to Ohio State, my least favorite college, but how could I hate on you now? I'm proud to say I'm a Greg Oden fan. Good luck GO!

	38. IndyJoyce , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Greg, You would make a great host of the ESPY Awards. You are a natural. Don't ever lose that winning sense of humor! Don't ever stop believing that your Mother is a big deal, either. That's what is so wonderful and unique about you! You truly are a great kid! Mrs. E.

	39. tanguay4theday , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	You were hillarious...Yeah...cool. so great. I also demand that greg oden tuck me into bed at night and tell me stories of the old days.

	41. richardb , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Funny guy.

	42. stillatin , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	you know my friends say that im funny......and i say yeah.....cool. i was dying when i saw that.

	43. ivylily , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	I have always thoroughly enjoyed your blogs, Mr. Oden. You were absolutely wonderful on the ESPY's, which I honestly think was the best ESPY show ever. For once, the show just flew by far too quickly. JT was an amazing host, things moved along at a great clip, it was wickedly funny, and you should be very proud of your performance - it was amazing! As you become "more famous" and more "people know you", don't ever lose that sense of wonderment that you have - it keeps you honest.

	44. RajonRondo , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	+5 pts \| \| \|
	you were hilarious man

	45. IloveRondo9 , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	lol, Elton John glasses. You were so funny.

	46. mingmcgrady8 , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	When he said give me a G, you should have said Greg Oden because greg oden is a g. haha.. keep it real.. great show

	48. spicedawg85 , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	You were outstanding at the ESPY's with all that you were part of. The piano sounded terrific. Hey I just wanted to check and see if it was OK for me to add your blog link to my personal blog...craigspicer@blogspot.com? Just a local athlete from Vancouver, WA writing about life in college and a house with 4 other guys! Let me know if that's ok for me to do. Can't wait to see you on the court.

	49. fcp819 , July 21, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Great Job! Thought your skits were hilarious.... I think you're a natural.. Expecting to see you as SP for a lot of brands cause you're a natural in front of the camera... Good luck to you

	50. tripod3434 , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Funny as heck, man. I said it before and I'll say it again. Greg Oden, you are one real dude. Genuinely funny. Lots of personality. A joy to watch on and off the court. You really know how to have fun in life. Stay real. Eddie & Salina

	51. Toddybell , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	+1 pts \| \| \|
	You were hilarious! I adored your choice of attire! I cannot wait to watch you next year you were the highlight of the show!!

	51.1. MichaelConley , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	+6 pts \| \| \|
	You guys haven't seen my acting yet......

	51.1.1. HayatoKanzaki1 , July 23, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Well let us see it bro!

	51.1.2. SmoovArt , July 23, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Don't come in here talking without a video. Let's see it fella

	56. BuckeyeExpress , July 23, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Greg, Can you please shed some light on exactly how gorgeous Erin Andrews is in person?

	57. BuckeyeExpress , July 23, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Greg - Can you shed some light on exactly how gorgeous Erin Andrews is in person?

	58. StorminOrman , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Mr. Personality! That was good stuff dude. Now- onto more pressing topics. You are gearing up for the "Rookie Season" and expectations are high. Portland has added talent and yet- I've not seen a blog about your new teammates??? What is the dealio? Are you as excited as your fans are? What do you think about the Arizona Assassin? Help a fan out. Blog it Gregory- while singing, "It's how you play the gameeeeeeee." Nice. Toast please.

	59. FemiOsikoya , July 22, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	Gregory..''IT'S HOW YOU PLAY THE GAME..." man that was my best part, you hit a good note right there...Good job altogether though

	61. rapieress , July 23, 2008 \| Reply	0 pts \| \| \|
	I am raising a 13 year old boy and hope he finds his dream (whatever that might be) and enjoys it with as much humor and fun. Catherine, the redhead blogger

62. HayatoKanzaki1 , July 23, 2008 | Reply

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The ESPY Awards

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