“Well, they have to do something. This isn’t working.”
Points in the Paint 7.31.07 Posted by Rob Bonnette on 07.31.2007 More of the ref scandal, plus a big trade in the works? Hello all, and welcome to another edition of Points in the Paint, where we’re trying to … via 411mania.com
“In fact, if somebody asked whether we thought the fix was in, we’d have fingered Rush for sure.”
One of the signs a referee is fixing games, according to David Letterman, is this: “When talking about the Spurs, says we.” That’s not as funny as Letterman’s other telltale signs, such as “Knicks are winning.” … via MySanAntonio.com
“I’m always self critical. I always look at myself and feel like I could have played better and done more, no matter what we faced–and a fantastic team, too.”
Steve Nash told ESPN.com’s LZ Granderson that he does not worry about Phoenix’ window of opportunity to win a championship with the Suns’ current nucleus: “The only window that exists is this year,” explained … via 20 Second Timeout
“I’m not going to call that this time”
I thought you might have opinions on Tim Donaghy and this little gambling scandal set to swallow the NBA whole. via CBS SportsLine.com
Chris Sheridan covers the NBA for ESPN.com after 18 years with the Associated Press, including 10 years as the lead NBA writer. via ESPN
“I don’t think about it as much [two months later], but you don’t get a lot of opportunities to win a championship and that was an opportunity for us. It still hurts, but time heals everything.”
Also in Vancouver for Steve Nash’s annual charity game last weekend was Suns owner Robert Sarver, who discussed a variety of topics with ESPN.com: On surrendering two future first-round picks as part of … via ESPN
“What is Stern doing to cover all this up?”
David Stern, call your office. For a number of years now, when anything bad, embarrassing, or downright criminal occurred in the National Basketball Association, I concluded the discussion with: “David Stern, … via OnMilwaukee.com
Like I said on Friday, this could be the worse scandal on pro sports history in America. via ArmchairGM
This makes me feel … like I have a cocaine addled badger living in my stomach … he really wants to get out and it feels just awesome. via ArmchairGM
“It’s going to be a lot of fun for me”
The NBA will return to Vancouver this fall with an exhibition game between the Phoenix Suns and Seattle Sonics. via Slam Sports
That NBA salary cap leads to some strange things, like cutting guys because they make too much money and making trades like the Suns made today. via Brian Reilly’s other weblog
Diane Thomas, a Times West Virginian employee for the past 28 years, died over the weekend. via The Times West Virginian
“The American attitude is - We’re the best.’”
After months of thinking it over - ‘ and coming off the heels of the annual uber-party that is Zo’s Summer Groove - ‘ Alonzo Mourning said he’s coming back for one more year with the Heat. via Fox Sports
“Keep your confidence up. Go out there and have fun, like you used to, and things will work out.”
By Rob Miech < rob.miech@lasvegassun.com > Las Vegas Sun Marcus Banks file Team: Phoenix Suns Position: Guard Age: 25 Height: 6-feet-2 Weight: 200 pounds Hometown: Las Vegas High School: Cimarron-Memorial … via The Las Vegas Sun
“I was a little antsy and nervous for the first game but I got that all out of my system”
Some things in life simply go well together. For example, bald men and baseball caps, homemakers and soap operas, and flat-screen televisions and surround sound. via NBA
