* It's "Show" Time — The Lakers fell into a 0-2 in the Western Conference semifinals, dropping two games to the Mavericks at the Staples Center. Game 3 in Dallas will be a must-win situation, but Laker zen master Phil Jackson should have the team ready. And that's good, because what this team needs most is an enlightenment of the senses, of urgency.
* Bull's on Charade — Chicago forward Carlos Boozer was booed by his home fans during the Bulls' 86-73 win over the Hawks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals Wednesday night. Former Bull Horace Grant said Boozer should be benched if he's not producing, and Bulls' fans were encouraged when head coach Tom Thibodeaux promised to have a "sit-down" with Boozer.
* So-So No-No — Minnesota's Francisco Liriano tossed 2011's first no-hitter on Tuesday, walking 6 and striking out only 2 in a 1-0 win over the White Sox. Liriano was 1-4 with a 9.13 ERA coming in, and was possibly in danger of losing his spot in the starting rotation. It will likely be remembered as one of the least impressive no-hitters in baseball history, which is fitting, because it was not a "hit."
* Everyone Knows it's Windy, or Thar She Blows — The USGA is reviewing its ball movement rule, a rule that on Sunday cost Webb Simpson a valuable stroke when the wind likely caused his ball to move on the green. Simpson was penalized a stroke, which possibly cost him his first PGA victory. Simpson tied Bubba Watson at the end of regulation at the Zurich Classic in New Orleans, only to lose in a playoff. It just goes to show that in golf, if the wind blows just right, rules can be changed, or Tiger Woods can get an erection.
* Nit-Twit, or He's Losing the War on Ignorance, or Traitor Bait — Pittsburgh running back Rashard Mendenhall's controversial Tweets about Osama bin Laden's killing, in which Mendenhall questioned celebrating the terrorist leader's death, created a stir after his musings hit Twitter on Monday. Besides disappointing the Steelers organization, Mendenhall also likely blew any chance of ever playing for the Patriots. Later, Mendenhall clarified his statements, announcing that he is suffering from a newly-diagnosed affliction known as "delayed temporary concussion-like symptoms syndrome."
* Bat Masterson — Los Angeles Dodgers right fielder Andre Ethier extended his hitting streak to 30 games, 26 shy of Joe DiMaggio's record of 56 consecutive games. If he were alive today, it's likely DiMaggio would wish Ethier good luck, but would tell him he'd never even get to first base with Marilyn Monroe.
* Foot Fault, or All He Wants to Do is Zoom-a-Zoom-Zoom-Zoom And A Boom-Boom — Police in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida have charged a man with stalking Serena Williams after he was nabbed trying to walk into her gated subdivision. Williams later set social networking back 10 years when she tweeted on Twitter, "Stop following me!"
* Hip Check, or Healthy Scratch — Wayne Gretzky's rookie card sold in an online auction on Sunday for $94,163, the highest price ever paid for a hockey card. The winning bidder was ecstatic, and said he planned to party like it was when "99" was 19.
* Rung Like a Horse — Dialed In is listed as a 4-1 favorite for Saturday's 137th running of the Kentucky Derby. Betting was heavy on Dialed In, which suited the colt just fine, because he'll "get laid" before the race.
* Chris-Cross, or Ex-Tape — Miami Heat star Chris Bosh is suing his ex-girlfriend for appearing on VH1's reality show "Basketball Wives," alleging it intrudes on his personal life. Bosh claims his ex, Allison Mathis, is using Bosh's name to become a TV star. Mathis, on the other hand, claims that likewise, Bosh is using LeBron James' name to become an NBA star.
* Tithed For His Pleasure, or Dropping a Deuce — Overall first pick Cam Newton said he wants to wear jersey No. 2 for the Carolina Panthers. However, that number is worn by last year's Panther pick at quarterback, Jimmie Clausen. If Newton is to wear No. 2, he'll likely have to emulate his college recruiters, and "pay for the privilege."
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