Yardbarker: Alando Tucker

Blogging the Bloggers: Lakers’ Bynum woes Rihanna, Shaq acts, Jake Delhomme dances, and more

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:53:55 -0500

SPORTSbyBROOKS writes about the supposedly budding relationship between Lakers center Andrew Bynum and pop star Rihanna. Awful Announcing posts hilarious “Superbadge” video, starring Suns’ Shaq and Alando Tucker and directed by Steve Nash. Hugging Harold Reynolds offers up an NFL Draft edition tale of the tape between Mel Kiper and Todd McShay. With Leather comments on Jake Delhomme’s [...]

Steve Nash Presents Shaq and Alando Tucker in "Superbadge"

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 21:52:13 -0500

I guess since the Suns have nothing better to do seeing as how they aren't in the playoffs they've resorted to making web films such as these. I can honestly say the Suns these past few weeks between their pranks, pregame rituals, and now this they have become one of the more entertaining teams in the league. Too bad that's not enough to save Steve Kerr in the end for dismantling the Suns.

NBA Tattoo Cap: It Was Supposed to Be Satire, Silly!

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:55:29 -0500

UPDATE: click through for a more detailed version of this story.

It's time for the Bucks to trade for Leandro Barbosa...

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 18:54:31 -0500

I mean, Ridnour's hurt. And Barbosa actually has some defensive stopper in him as well. And the Bucks do have a glut in the Frontcourt. So here's the idea. To the Suns: Charlie Villanueva and Damon Jones To the Bucks: Leandro Barbosa and Alando Tucker Why this works? Villanueva is a versatile ...

Alando Tucker is unlike most pro athletes

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:37:56 -0500

Suns' makeover a work in progress

Fri, 19 Dec 2008 16:43:49 -0500

Steve Kerr took over as GM of the Suns in the summer of 2007 and his first move was to trade the rights to Rudy Fernandez to the Blazers for cash considerations. Obviously, with Fernandez on the short list of serious Rookie of the Year contenders, this was a bad, bad move. He came out of that draft with University of Wisconsin standout Alando Tucker, who has only played 48 total minutes in a season and change... (Read the rest after the jump.)

Matt Barnes Man Crush Intensified

Wed, 10 Dec 2008 19:40:23 -0500

So I got to sit courtside at the Suns game last night versus the Bucks. This has been a dream of mine since a young lad in the 80's. I got there early to see the team warm-up. Alando Tucker was running sprints with Igor Kokoskov training him, Tucker's shot looked better and he was trying to get ...

Video: Suns Celebrity Waiters Happy Hour

Mon, 24 Nov 2008 21:36:02 -0500

Last night we had the great pleasure of attending the Phoenix Suns Celebrity Waiters Happy Hour . Fanster.com hit the red carpet with the celebs and caught up with the likes of Steve Nash, Terry Porter, Grant Hill, Alando Tucker, Dan Majerle and evena

FIO Preview: Phoenix Suns

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 17:51:02 -0500

2008-2009 Phoenix Suns season preview and fantasy impact, courtesy of Fantasy Insider Online. Read the team preview here in the Yard, and then visit the FIO link for the rest. - Zach Harper Last Season Recap: The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly The Suns had another good regular season the Suns had another frustrating playoff loss to the Spurs. This seems to be a running theme with the fast-paced version of this Phoenix Suns franchise and one that has frustrated fans for some time now. The Phoen...

Catching up with the Suns

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 04:12:58 -0500

Overview of the Suns' loss against Houston, analysis of Alando Tucker's reassignment to the D-League and a preview of the Suns vs Magic game.

NBA Live 2008's Dynasty Mode (Part II)

Sun, 07 Oct 2007 12:22:30 -0500

This is the second of a series of articles on my first-ever Dynasty Mode Season. You can read the first article here (http://www.yardbarker.com/nba/articles/My_first_crack_at_NBA_Live_2008s_Dynasty_Mode/29959). Given my recent success after my loss to the Seattle Supersonics on opening night, I immediately set my game preferences to "Superstar" level in order to give me more of a challenge. Here is how my next three games went. Game 4: Suns @ Bobcats (137-135) Have you every watched a blowout game wherein the winning team already rested its starters, but had to bring them back in because the other opposing team made a game out of it? That's what happened here. If it were not for a Robert Swift missed bank shot as time expired, I think the outcome may have been a lot different. Best player: Chris Bosh (44 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 steals); Dwight Howard chips in 26 points and 9 rebounds and Josh Smith calls it a night after filling out the stat sheet with 15 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, and 4 steals. The Bobcats were lead by rookie (what is it with NBA Live 2008 rookies? They all seem to have Superstar Stats!!!) Alando Tucker (41 points), Stevie Franchise (37 points), and Mike James (29 points). Game 5: Suns @ Hawks (169-90) Not an error folks, it was simply a drubbing. Despite an early 14 point lead, the Hawks relied too much on the jump shooting trio of Earl Boykins, Larry Hughes, and Ron Artest without deferring to their inside game. Then again, this team simply didn't run down on defense, so I guess they got what they deserved. In hindsight, I think this development may have been caused by NBA Live 2008's "role playing" function. Not sure how that works, but it is the only plausible explanation that I could come up with after they lost by 79. Bosh, the best player (again) lead the Suns to four forty point quarters with 56 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 steals. Dwight Howard scores 32 and grabs 15. While Luke Ridnour dishes out 30 dimes and Josh Smith goes (14 of 14 FG) and finishes with 28. As for the Hawks, well, I don't think they would survive the season if Ron Artest (20 points) keeps on jacking up fall away jumpers and three pointers from the corners. Larry Hughes shot selection was also non-existent despite finishing with 20 points as well. Boykins, at 5'5'' was the high man for the Hawks with 37 points. (It does pay to hold the ball in every possession?hehehe) Game 6: Suns @ Miami (145-123) Prior to the start of the game, I learned some nifty moves (drive and hop back; drive and step back) using the training segment of NBA Live 2008. Now all I need to learn is how to convert a three pointer with some consistency as I have had players go 1/10, 1/5, and 2/9 ? all in the same game! Highlights: Dwight Howard gets top honors with 36 points, 7 rebounds, and 8 steals (most, if not all from inbounds passes). David Lee makes a case for more playing time with 20 points and 4 steals. While J-Smooth (23 points) and Chris Bosh (27 points and 3 steals) are their usual silky smooth selves. As for the Heat, Vincent Lamar Carter drives and twists his way to 49 points; Carlos Boozer provided an inside presence with 18 and 10 caroms. While ROOKIE (these rookies again) Javaris Crittenton (who is this guy!) finishes with 33 points and 13 feeds. Oh man, I've really got to get back to work now. Hope you guys found this interesting. Have a great week ahead everyone!

Big Ten Tournament Outlook

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 12:39:39 -0500

Are the Buckeyes going to waltz through the Big 10 tourney?....or will Alando Tucker and Wisky going to rise up and take over?....or is there an upset waiting to happen - does Michigan finally find a heart or does Sparty flex it's muscles?.....Find out!!!

Big Day for the Buckeyes

Mon, 26 Feb 2007 19:52:50 -0500

Surprisingly, it wasn't Greg Oden or Alando Tucker who made the final impact on the battle between the top two teams in the nation yesterday. When Mike Conley Jr's floater in the lane fell through the net with just under 4 seconds left, the Buckeyes secured a 49-48 victory over the nation's top team.