The valet parker who claims he was slapped in the face by LeBron James' mother says he is WAYYY too traumatized to return to his job at the Foutainbleu Hotel in Miami Beach ... TMZ has learned. Sources close to Rockfeller Sorel tell us ... R.S. has taken an extended leave of absence from his gig ... and has been telling people he's "very depressed" ever since Gloria … [Read more...] about Update: Lebron James’ Mother Slapped Hotel Valet; Video Released
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No ‘Melo, No Problem: Denver Nuggets hit 50 Win Mark
When the Denver Nuggets season started, most talk centered on trade rumors and speculation about how far the Nuggets might fall once they traded Carmelo Anthony. Then the trade finally happened and an unexpected energy came surging into Denver. A combination of relief over the end of the Melodrama and an appreciation for the fast-paced style brought by the new Nuggets … [Read more...] about No ‘Melo, No Problem: Denver Nuggets hit 50 Win Mark
NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Preview
Well, it appeared the Boston Celtics threw in the white towel last night and gave the Big 4 the night off. The subs then promptly lost in overtime to the lowly Washington Wizards. With that loss, and Miami's win over the Atlanta Hawks, the playoffs are now set in the Eastern Conference. This year's playoffs are going to very hyped up and rightfully so. There are four or five … [Read more...] about NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Preview
Detroit Pistons Finally Find a New Owner
It looks like the NBA’s Detroit Pistons will soon have a new owner. The struggling club announced on April 8 that Tom Gores, a billionaire investor from California, has agreed to take over the franchise. It’s been a long time coming, considering current owner Karen Davidson has had the club on the market for about a year now. It’s believed that the deal also includes the … [Read more...] about Detroit Pistons Finally Find a New Owner
Derrick Rose MVP? ESPN Expert Panel Overwhelmingly Approves
All the "Rose should be MVP" columns have been writtten. As have all the "Rose isn't the MVP" backlash columns. That discussion is pretty much over, as the time for that award announcement draws near. The Mothership, the Evil Empire if you will, is overwhelmingly in support of the Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose as the NBA MVP award recipient. Check out the ESPN basketball panel … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose MVP? ESPN Expert Panel Overwhelmingly Approves
Derrick Rose inspires Pride, Awe in Former Memphis Tigers Teammates
Derrick Rose has become a force of nature this year. The man-crush of all Bulls and greater Chicago sports fans alike, he's a runaway front-runner to win the NBA MVP award. His breakout season has of course inspired pride and awe in the Memphis Tigers college basketball community; and among those who have moved on to the NBA, including Joey Dorsey of the Toronto Raptors, and … [Read more...] about Derrick Rose inspires Pride, Awe in Former Memphis Tigers Teammates
Bismack Biyombo’s NBA Draft Stock is Soaring
If you have never heard of Bismack Biyomo, do not feel bad. Up until about a month ago, neither had I and I research the NBA Draft and its prospects like I was Jonas Salk searching for a vaccine to cure polio. Allow me to pull you out the dark and introduce you to Biyombo whose 2011 NBA Draft stock is soaring off the charts. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about Bismack Biyombo’s NBA Draft Stock is Soaring
Marquette’s Jimmy Butler Helping NBA Draft Stock, Named Portsmouth MVP
Jimmy Butler may not overwhelm or particularly “wow” you with any specific aspect of his game. That is part of the reason he was robbed and only received All-Big East Honorable Mentions this past season despite clearly being the most important all-around player for Marquette. Still, Butler is starting to gain some steam as a NBA prospect after helping lead Marquette to the … [Read more...] about Marquette’s Jimmy Butler Helping NBA Draft Stock, Named Portsmouth MVP
New Orleans Hornets Secure A NBA Playoff Berth
While it wasn’t always pretty, the New Orleans Hornets played like a playoff team when it mattered most. After allowing a season-high 38 first quarter points Wednesday night to Southwest Division rival Houston, the Hornets were able to claw their way back to a 101-93 victory, clinching a playoff berth. Despite winning only 37 games last season, witnessing the turnover of … [Read more...] about New Orleans Hornets Secure A NBA Playoff Berth
NBA Suspends Dwight Howard, Quentin Richardson of Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic’s Dwight Howard has received a one-game suspension without pay for receiving his 18th technical foul of the 2010-11 season, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President, Basketball Operations. Under NBA rules, a player or coach is automatically suspended without pay for one game once he receives his 16th technical foul during a … [Read more...] about NBA Suspends Dwight Howard, Quentin Richardson of Orlando Magic