Shaq on Heat's BIG 2?

So, what is it this time for Shaq?

After retiring from the NBA [finally!], Shaquille O'Neal finally found a new career as a NBA analyst. I'm not sure if I'm going to laugh at this big joke or be hacked off [all he ever did was babble].

According to Shaq, “Dwyane Wade, LeBron James, you know, they’re great players, they’re probably the greatest backcourt ever assembled. And you know, they’re going to get back. They’re going to get back. They play well, they went through a lot, they put a lot of pressure on themselves. That’s how they like it. And they will be back.” Of course, they will be back that is if there's no NBA lockout. [2011-12 NBA Schedule]

“The Miami Heat, they’ve got a lot of great players, the `Big 2.’ They will be back,” - Shaquille O'Neal

Of course, he'll be talking about Dwayne Wade and LeBron James and how good they were. He knows them, no doubt about that. But not even recognizing the contributions that Chris Bosh made for the Miami Heat is being arrogant. I'm NOT huge a Bosh fan but I can say that he's done fair enough for the team and he's had his moments too, and so does Wade and James.

So, Shaq please shut up. You're not helping much. NBA fans are pretty anxious about the lockout that should probably be the one you're analyzing, right? Or maybe you're all about the BIG TALK.

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America's 2011 Most Popular Athletes Named: Kobe Ties With Jordan

Kobe Bryant lost the chance to win the 2011 NBA Championship and all Los Angeles Lakers fan were hurt.

I guess the pain won't stop there because Kobe has again lost another one but this time it's the list of America's Most Popular Athletes. But stay positive Kobe fans because he's still included in the TOP 10. It's better than LeBron James who's no longer in the list. Congratulations to Derrick Rose for making it to the 9th spot this year!

America's Top 10 Most Popular Athletes

Male
1. Derek Jeter
2. Peyton Manning
3. Kobe Bryant -- Tie
3. Michael Jordan -- Tie
5. Tiger Woods
6. Tom Brady
7. Albert Pujols -- Tie
7. Hines Ward -- Tie

9. Derrick Rose
10. Aaron Rodgers

Female
1. Serena Williams
2. Venus Williams
3. Danica Patrick
4. Maria Sharapova
5. Mia Hamm
6. Anna Kournikova
7. Martina  Navratilova -- Tie
7. Sue Bird -- Tie
9. Kerry Walsh -- Tie
9. Michele Wie -- Tie


Source/s:
http://sports.yahoo.com/nba/blog/ball_dont_lie/post/Kobe-Bryant-is-no-longer-America-8217-s-most-po;_ylt=Aspo5EHAqGTIwwlQjmwBrha8vLYF?urn=nba-wp6485
http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/way-to-go---derek-jeter-has-3000-hits-and-is-americas-favorite-sports-star-125552273.html

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After Game3, Who Will Lead the Series?

Ahh the feeling of excitement during Playoff season sure didn't waver for me even though my beloved team didn't make it.

But going back to reality, Game 3 of The Finals series brings us to Dallas, Texas (not San Antonio) where the Dallas Mavericks and the Miami Heat will battle it out for the lead. The series is now tied to 1-1 with the Mavs having the home court bonus of 3 straight games at the American Airlines Center before going back to South Beach (if necessary of course).

So, who do you think will win? Will it be the Heat? Or the Mavs?

It's fair to say that both teams have played so good during the post season and they've had exciting plays during the regular season. But it was during the second game of theseries that their flaws have been apparent. For the Mavs, it was their inconsistency in moving the ball, lackluster defense, there were a lot of turnovers, and shots that were just too unconfident. For the Heat, it was overconfidence which turned into being lax and brought out an oh-yeah-we-can-win-this-because-we're-the-best attitude, which brought out a big BOO!

Oh yes, the Heat is a great team. And yes, LeBron James is good and so is Dwayne Wade. I admit that. But can they really win this time? Now that the entire Mavs is on them and Nowitzki ever focused in taking home that ring?

It sure ain't over, 'til it's over. :)

Should Dwyane Wade be closing games instead of LeBron James? Is Erik Spoelstra overmatched? Is Chris Bosh overrated? Are these front-running Heat resilient enough to stand strong when the pressure is greatest? Oh, and didn’t these preening narcissists get exactly what they deserved?

Heat-Mavs Series Tied, 1-1

I wasn't really planning on watching Game2 of the Heat-Mavs series. But seeing the frustration mounting from my sister's face just made me.

I thought the game was exciting because both teams we're playing like it was the last. The Heat was attacking the paint and LBJ made faces because he feels like they're winning. And the Mavs getting a lot of turnovers. But its was during the 4th quarter that made the difference. The Heat was confident but they weren't playing consistently in the offensive end. And the Mavs? They continued to play the way they did all throughout the game with less turnovers & some good defense. Way to go Mavs!

Oh and by the way, (for the Heat) if you're going to cheer on each other's shots don't make it look like a celebration.

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JaggedCore will be Back Soon

Ahh can't believe I've missed a lot of posts again for my blog. But this time, I'm definitely reviving my blog.