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Notre Dame to discontinue rivalry with Michigan after 2014
The rivalry between Michigan and Notre Dame is one of the oldest and most storied rivalries in all of college football. But because of a new deal the Fighting Irish have made with the ACC, the rivalry will be put on hold. Michigan and Notre Dame will meet the next two seasons, but after 2014 they will not play each other again for at least 3 years.
The schools have two of the most successful fo...
The Game makes his own “Jordan Clock”
For all you sneaker heads out there, I’m pretty sure that quite a few of you will want to steal rapper, The Game‘s concept of a Jordan clock. The photo speaks for itself.
Nets Deron Williams & Reggie Evans fill rookie’s car with popcorn
NBA camps open next week but the rookie hazing and hijinks have already begun. Veterans Deron Williams and Reggie Evans played a practical joke on “the rook” Marshon Brooks‘ by filling his car with popcorn. Apparently, last season’s shortened number of 66 games compared to the regular 82 qualifies Brooks as a rookie still.
According to NetsDaily:
On return to the...
Carmelo Anthony and Tyson Chandler work out with an NBA legend
New York Knicks’ Carmelo Anthony and Tyson Chandler, were spotted working out with NBA legend, Hakeem Olajuwon, at the MSG Training Center this morning. Olajuwon will be assisting the team prior to training camp and possibly throughout the season.
The NBA great had already been working with Amare Stoudemire earlier this summer and believes there’s no reason why Stoudemire...
Manny Pacquiao drops defamation lawsuit against Floyd Mayweather Jr.
As reported by the LA Times, boxer Manny Pacquiao has dropped the defamation lawsuit he filed against fellow boxer Floyd Mayweather, Jr. Apparently, the two boxers found a way to reach an agreement. This defamation lawsuit filed by Pacquiao and his team stems from accusations made by Mayweather regarding the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
Could this be the basis of getting...
Matt Barnes gets sentenced to probation
In a report by CBS Sports, Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes was sentenced to two years of probation and do 30 hours of community service. He pleaded no contest to resisting arrest and driving without a license that stemmed from an incident in Manhattan Beach, California during the summer
Will Matt Barnes’ behavior off the court be a distraction for the Clippers? He...
BALLER LIFE
Jackson raps, doesn't work out in offseason
NBA player Stephen Jackson gave a hilarious interview where he dishes on NBA rappers and much more. He even says he doesn't work out in the offseason.
New York Jets’ Darrelle Revis out for the season with a torn ACL
There are only a few players who are as important to their team as cornerback Darrelle Revis to the New York Jets. The Cornerback was injured during the third quarter of the Jets overtime win over the Dolphins Sunday. Jets head coach Rex Ryan announced that Revis tore his ACL and will miss the remainder of the 2012 season.
On the play, Revis fell awkwardly, reaching for his...
Matt Barnes & Gloria Govan secretly married in Vegas over the weekend
Congratulations are in order for Los Angeles Clippers forward Matt Barnes and Basketball Wives LA star Gloria Govan. After reality show ups and downs, a canceled wedding and various dating rumors, the two quietly married in Vegas over the weekend.
According to The Las Vegas Journal Review, Matt and Gloria got married in Vegas at the historic Little Church of The West. Matt...
‘Brooklynettes’ debut new uniforms
The Brooklyn Nets new home Barclays center opened over the weekend, and the “Brooklynettes” debut their new street-inspired uniforms. Complete with knee-boots, fingerless gloves, and girl group attitude. The uniforms are designed by renown costume designer David Dalrymple whose designed costumes for Beyonce, Mary J. Blige and Britney Spears.
“The uniforms are feminine and...
Lakers guard Steve Blake out 3 weeks
According to ESPN Los Angeles, Lakers point guard Steve Blake will be out three weeks. Blake injured his foot after stepping on a spike strip in a parking lot. The reserve point guard missing three weeks should not pose a big problem when the team opens up the season against the Dallas Mavericks. Of course, the Lakers medical staff will monitor this injury to prevent any further...
Seahawks take down the Packers in a controversial finish
The NFL replacement refs have been the center of conversation for the past couple of weekends, and those conversations will certainly continue after the Seahawks beat the Packers in one of the most bizarre endings of a game you’ll ever see.
Green Bay had a 12-7 lead with less than a minute in the game when they had to punt it back to Seattle. Despite having no time outs, the Seahawks...
Charles Barkley wants to give Tiger Woods some of his “blackness”
Charles Barkley is known for speaking his mind. His opinions come out real quirky and sometimes offensive, but he brings out a different perspective that others would normally be cautious of saying. In an article by the Huffington Post, Sir Charles had some words for golfer Tiger Woods. Barkley said,
How long is he going to tlet people say to him anything about him? I would...
New York Knicks eyeing Rasheed Wallace
ESPN first reported that the New York Knicks were working out Rasheed Wallace. In a more recent report by SI, the Knicks have been impressed by Wallace’s workout and could sign the power forward. With Wallace possibly coming in, the Knicks are no longer interested in shooting guard Tracy McGrady, who has been in need of a job.
The Knicks are really onto this idea of signing...
Blake Griffin acts chicken on Sesame Street
Los Angeles Clippers star Blake Griffin will appear on ‘Sesame Street‘ when the landmark premieres its 43th season this Monday, Sept. 24.
Blake will appear with Abby Cadabby, a fairly new character who wasn’t around during my own childhood, and face off against a real-life (puppet) chicken in a chicken-noise competition.
Griffin’s assignment is to teach children the word...
Tony Parker and girlfriend featured in ‘Paris Match’
San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker and his girlfriend Axelle are featured in a french publication ‘Paris match.’ Parker and his 30 year old girlfriend met in May 2011 and since have moved in together in Paris, they allowed the magazine into their home for an interview and beautiful photos.
As far as what we know of the brunette beauty, Axelle is from Paris and just recently...
Steve Smith shows Cam Newton some tough love
Cam Newton struggled in Thursday night’s loss the the New York Giants and he was benched late in the game. When his teammate Steve Smith noticed the sophomore quarterback sulking on the sidelines, he wasn’t happy. And he let Newton know it.
Smith is probably one of the most outspoken wide receivers in the league, and that’s saying a lot. He has a history of getting into it...
Nationals bring playoffs to D.C. for first time since ’33
The Washington Nationals clinched a playoff spot last night after beating the Dodgers 4-1, and if you didn’t already know it’s kind of a big deal.
The last time this franchise reached the playoffs was in 1981, and back then they were known as the Montreal Expos. The last time there was a baseball team in Washington D.C., they were known as the Washington Senators. The last time...
SPEAKS FROM EXPERIENCE?
Stephon Marbury criticizes Knicks
Marbury, who had a tumultuous time with the Knicks and now plays for the Beijing Ducks, believes the Carmelo Anthony-Amar'e Stoudemire pairing will never work in New York.
Chad Johnson and Evelyn officially divorced
Evelyn Lozada and Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson are officially divorced, PEOPLE has confirmed. According to Lozada’s lawyer Michael Gilden:
“Evelyn and Mr. Johnson were divorced this morning in an uncontested final hearing…My client is a single woman and looks forward to her future.”
One month after Lozada, 36, filed for divorce on grounds the marriage was “irretrievably...
Floyd Mayweather, Jr. has to pay Manny Pacquiao $114K
In a report by the Associated Press that was obtained by the Boston Herald, a federal judge has told Floyd Mayweather, Jr. to pay Manny Pacquiao a figure of about $114,000. This is a result of the defamation lawsuit that Pacquiao filed against Mayweather in regards to the whole performance-enhancing drugs situation. Mayweather is good at running his mouth and fueling up drama...
Jay Cutler and Kristen Cavallari’s release baby photos
People magazine has released the first public photos of Jay Cutler’s new baby, 6-week old Camden Jack. Former reality TV star Kristin Cavallari who “opened her home” to People Magazine, says it was a relatively easy pregnancy and giving birth was the most incredible moment she has ever felt.
Cavallari also points out that Jay noticed how big his son’s feet and hands were...
Star studded welcoming bash for Steve Nash
NBA legend Magic Johnson, President of AEG Tim Leiweke, and LA Galaxy star David Beckham, all hosted a party to welcome 16 year veteran, 2x MVP Steve Nash to Los Angeles last night as the new point guard of the Lakers.
Magic to is quite the active tweeter posted this:
The dinner party seemed to have turned out nicely. A legend, pro athletes, beautiful ladies and a warm LA...
Chris Paul still irked about Pau Gasol patting him on the head
Chris Paul is featured on the October front cover of GQ Magazine. CP3 would be interviewed and revealed some hard feelings he still has towards a certain Lakers player. This would stem from the Los Angeles showdown between the Clippers and the Lakers back in January of 2012.
Towards the end of the game, Lakers forward Pau Gasol would end up tapping Chris Paul on the head in...
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