Thursday, June 30, 2011
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
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Saturday, June 25, 2011
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Confused Cat Fan !
With another draft night done, and some more Kentucky Wildcats entering the NBA, I have really become confused. As a Kentucky Wildcat fan , my problem is a really good one to have. Who should I pull for in the NBA? The former CATS representing so many different teams, I am having a very hard time deciding on what jersey to buy this year, and who I want to "really" root for next season.
I'll start with the Utah Jazz, who just picked up the most mysterious and loved Kentucky Wildcat to never play at Rupp Arena. Enes Kanter will always be a legend at UK , even though he didn't play a single UK game. What makes it harder was his speech moments after he got drafted. He said that he dedicated the evening to all the Kentucky fans who supported him all year long. If I do pick another team to cheer for, it will be very hard to root against Enes Kanter when Utah plays them.
Next up is the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons are packing not 1 but 2 former beloved Wildcats. Tayshaun Prince has been with Detroit for awhile now. Tayshaun became an iconic Wildcat during his NCAA performances and going on to win a NBA championship. Now, you have Brandon Knight playing alongside him. Brandon Knight became one of our greatest clutch performers during last years final four run. Arguably, he was the leader of the 2010-2011 Kentucky Wildcats. Can I really root for against two Wildcats if I don't pick Detroit?
One of Kentucky's all time most explosive and entertaining players to ever wear the Blue and White makes his home in the nation's capital. John Wall has become the Washington Wizards franchise player. Wall helped bring Kentucky back to the top of college basketball, along with others, from the brink of the NIT tourney a year before. He is the only Kentucky Wildcat to be drafted as the # 1 player in the NBA draft. Would I really hope Wall gets shut down if he plays the team I pick to cheer for?
Houston, we have a problem. Another double team appears in Houston, Texas. 2 of the most loved Wildcats of all time wind up on the same NBA team. Who would have thought this would happen. Chuck Hayes was the leader of our team during the Tubby years. He was a hard worker with excellent skills that I loved to watch. Patrick Patterson may be the single move like and admired UK player of all time. He came to UK and stuck with us through thick and thin. He could have left after the Gillespie debacle, but decided to show he bleed blue and stayed the course. There is no way I can cheer against these guys, right?
Is there a Kentucky player with more charisma than DeMarcus Cousins? "Boogie" became a fan favorite for many on a team that included Patrick Patterson and John Wall. Big Cuz was one of the most dominant big men to play at UK in recent history. Sure he had a few off the court issue, but nothing major. I think it showed he had heart. I don't know if I could ever cheer at DeMarcus or a team he is on.
One of the most storied franchises in NBA history calls it home in Boston. The Boston Celtics have had a long history with a huge connection in some way to Kentucky and its' fans. Rick Pitino left UK to become the Head Coach of the Celtics after the 1996 National Championship. Somehow, he took several players to Boston with him. Walter McCarty, Ron Mercer, and Antoine Walker all wore the Celtic green. Fast forward to today, and the PG for the Big 4 is non other that Kentucky's own Rajon Rondo. Rondo has proved himself to be one of the best and purest point guards in the league. Should I cheer against Rondo and the Celtic history when my team plays them at home? How can I?
Have I left anyone out? You bet I have. You have Eric Bledsoe and the LA Clippers. How about Jamal M'glore and the Miami Heat? We were all witness for Jodie Meek's 54 against the Vols. Now, he's draining three's in Philly. Keith Bogans is playing the Chi-Town, playing along side last years league MVP. Kelenna Azubuike plays with Melo and Chauncy in Madison Square Garden for the Knicks. Plus, as of the writing Liggins and Harrellson have not been drafted yet, but that could and hopefully will change in the next couple of hours. That will add two more teams to the list.
So, as you have ran down the list that I have just created, you can see the dilemma that I am in. I'm not alone either as I'm certain that many other true blue UK fans will have a hard time deciding on who to pull for during the upcoming NBA season. The decision isn't going to get any better any time soon either. With the talent that John Calipari has brought in for the upcoming season, I'm sure next year's draft will add yet more Wildcats to the NBA. Again, truly , this is a great problem to have.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Friday, June 17, 2011
Rodney Purvis makes a decision
Rodney Purvis makes a college decision , kinda. Nation of Blue.com is reporting that Rodney Purvis is taking Kentucky and Louisville off his list due to recent PG commitments,
Duke Won't Play Kentucky
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| Is Coach K a chicken? |
At a speaking event in Richmond, Kentucky, Coach Cal made the above comment after being asked about the Duke Blue Devils. What I take from this is that Calipari has an interest in playing an ongoing series with Duke, but Duke wants no part in it. Anytime I get a chance to take a jab at Duke, I'm going to take it ! This leads me to believe that Coach K may be scared of us, and a bi-yearly trip to Rupp Arena. I can't wait for Coach K to respond.
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Why is Lebron James so hated?
The question I still have is why? Was it the fact he left Cleveland? Was it the hour long "Decision" on ESPN in which Lebron announced he was taking his talents to south beach? Is it jealousy over his basketball talents, or because he has a swagger about himself? I want to know what Lebron James did to you. Leave a comment in the facebook comment block below to let me know. Also, make sure if you a Lebron fan, post your comments too!
Monday, June 13, 2011
Sunday, June 12, 2011
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An NBA Finals that the NBA hoped for !
The best thing that could happen for the NBA this year is happening right now. This years' NBA Finals is filled with so much action and drama that Steven Spielberg or JJ Abrams couldn't match it. You have the Miami Heat, the villains, versus the Dallas Mavericks , the unlikely hero's.
There has been bigger story this season than the Miami Heat. Once "The Decision" was made last fall, the basketball world has held a real hatred for the Heat. In their eyes, the Heat are super villains filled with arrogance and cockiness that fuels the fan hatred. At the center of their anger is LeBron James. Ohio's son you walked out on his "family" to come to the evil Miami city !
The Dallas Mavericks has become the protagonist in this twisted plot. You could liken the Mavericks with that of a group of unlikely misfits pulling together to take down the bad guy. You have the aging Jason Kidd, looking to seal his first NBA championship. Then you have the enigma Dirk Nowitzki, who even tried to have the sequel to the Michael Jordan Flue game.
I can't remember a finals so closely watched in the last couple of year, save the first Boston vs. LA Finals a couple years ago. It is just what the NBA needed. Now I hope, the owners and players don't ruin the momentum with a lockout . We shall wait and see.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Rodrick Rhodes to be interviewed Friday for Harlan Green Dragons coaching job
I just received a message from Kevin Ball, who is the Athletic Director for the Harlan Green Dragons. He confirmed that Rodrick Rhodes is interested in the head coaching job and will be interviewed this Friday.
DeAndre Daniels Decision - UPDATE
Via Evan Daniels Twitter , : "Per Vince Walden at IMG, DeAndre Daniels has committed to Connecticut"
After a back and forth recruiting roller coaster for DeAndre Daniels, he has finally chosen a college to call home. UCONN ! Knowing this kid, I'm still going to wait for an official announcement before I write it in stone.
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Monday, June 6, 2011
John Calipari to be considered for the New York Knicks open GM job
The New York Post is reporting that John Calipari will likely be approached about the New York Knicks GM job. I think because of how high profile John Calipari had made himself, every open NBA job will have his name tied to it. I do not believe that Coach Cal would leave, at least not this soon. He is very close to winning his NCAA championship title that he has longed for, and I don't think he will give that up at this time. Now, fast forward a couple years and a couple of titles, then the story may change. Until then, Coach Calipari is a Wildcat and will be playing for banner # 8 this upcoming basketball season.
Rodrick Rhodes is interested in the Harlan Green Dragons Head Coaching Job
KSR is reporting that there is mutual interest from Rodrick Rhodes and the Harlan Green Dragons about the head coaching job. Rodrick is quoted to say he would be proud to coach in the state of Kentucky .
Sunday, June 5, 2011
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Friday, June 3, 2011
The Next Michael Jordan?
During his game winning layup last night, Dirk Nowitzki gave us his best Michael Jordan impression. Keep working on hit Dirk !
Kentucky Wildcats 2011-2012 Roster
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| Darius Miller |
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| Terrence Jones |
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| Doron Lamb |
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| Anthony Davis |
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| Michael Gilchrist |
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| Kyle Wiltjner |
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| Marques Teague |
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| Jon Hood |
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| Jarrod Polson |
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| Eloy Vargas |
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| Ryan Harrow (Red Shirt Until 2012-2013 Season) |
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| Stacey Poole Jr. |
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| Twany Beckham ( Red Shirt until Jan 2012) |
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