By H. Jose Bosch I can’t say I was shocked when I first learned ex-Pistons coach Michael Curry was fired. But the first thought that went through my mind was, why now, especially with the free agency period looming? Then it dawned on me: Joe Dumars knows exactly what he’s doing and he probably already has a new coach lined up. At least I can only hope. I mean I did trust … [Read more...] about Who’s the Next Pistons Coach?
Archives for June 2009
Chicago Sox Exchange
Soxman and Paul M. Banks Alas the dynamic duo of White Sox blogging returns. With the NBA draft complete and the Chicago Blackhawks on ice for the summer, “Sports Ace,” Paul M. Banks returns to wrap up the Cross-town Classic, discuss the White Sox chances in the AL Central, and to dive into the latest MLB trade rumors involving the southsiders. (SM) Welcome back, Sports … [Read more...] about Chicago Sox Exchange
What’s so special about Wimbledon for Venus?
By Cleyana Mayweather It’s the second week at Wimbledon and a five-time Wimbledon champ is still in it. And, I’m not talking about Roger Federer. I’m talking about the women’s two-time defending champion Venus Williams. The world’s No.3 player has dominated the All England Club winning five of the last eight championships, reaching seven of the last eight finals, and … [Read more...] about What’s so special about Wimbledon for Venus?
Pressing Social Issues in Sport Part 4 of 4
Paul M. Banks has an exclusive interview with Dave Zirin discussing the past, present and future social issues at the heart of sports On a recent episode of “The Simpsons,” Mr. Burns bought a basketball franchise (Mark Cuban made a guest voice appearance). On that episode, Burns opened up a new arena by telling the crowd “Welcome to the American dream: a billionaire using … [Read more...] about Pressing Social Issues in Sport Part 4 of 4
Pressing Social Issues in Sport Part 3 of 4
Paul M. Banks has an exclusive interview with Dave Zirin discussing the past, present and future social issues at the heart of sports As I continued my interview with Zirin, I asked him about how/why some athletes are able to overcome the “just shut up and play” principle set forth by the status quo. “The great political athletes of the ‘60s were, you could argue, the best … [Read more...] about Pressing Social Issues in Sport Part 3 of 4
Ricky Rubio Trade Options
by: David Kay The Timberwolves got their man on draft night. When they traded Randy Foye and Mike Miller to the Wizards for the number five pick, Minnesota was targeting Spanish point guard Ricky Rubio, even trying to move up to the number two spot to assure that they landed him. As it played out Rubio fell right into their laps at five and the T-Wolves couldn’t have been … [Read more...] about Ricky Rubio Trade Options
NBA Draft Mailbag II
By Paul M. Banks and David Kay First off I'm from Canada, I live in Vancouver (Miss the Grizzlies) NO ONE F***in Says "EH" in Canada Everyone i know pronounces defense the same way the c makes no f**in difference to me A-BOOT are you F***IN KIDDING ME i know people who lived in toronto all their life then moved here and they don't say f**in A-BOOT they say ABOUT … [Read more...] about NBA Draft Mailbag II
NHL, Blackhawks Just had a Draft Too!
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Cubs and Sox Fans Mutually Exclusive?
By Sam Svoboda Before I even begin, I'd just like to say that I fully expect to catch some flak for this- too many people have their opinions on the Cubs and the Sox and refuse to even think about modifying them. But with the "Crosstown Classic" again this weekend, it's a perfect time to examine the possibility that maybe, just maybe, the city's two baseball teams are not … [Read more...] about Cubs and Sox Fans Mutually Exclusive?
The Minnesota Timberwolves draft: Logic is Thrown out the Window
By Peter Christian I’ve had more than 24 hours to digest the first round point guard smorgasbord that was the Minnesota Timberwolves draft platter. All I can still say is, “Ummm, OK?” and “Now what?” I have run so many different theories as to the logic being dished in the Timberwolves draft room by the Anti-Brain Trust headed up by first time GM David Kahn (no, I know he … [Read more...] about The Minnesota Timberwolves draft: Logic is Thrown out the Window