Someone told the Denver Nuggets that it was okay to make a Christmas video for their fans. Well, that same somebody should have warned the fans they were getting the card because the display of, how shall I say it, wretched wackness below should never have been given the okay.
Here, for your viewing displeasure, are the Denver Nuggets—rapping to Run-DMC's 'Christmas in Hollis'—spreading their holiday cheer.
Someone please get Rev Run on the line...I don't think he'd be too happy about this...
Wow...y'all were definitely illin' on that one.
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Showing posts with label National Basketball Association. Show all posts
Showing posts with label National Basketball Association. Show all posts
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
Sunday, November 7, 2010
NBA Rewind, November 7, 1991: The Day The Magic Died in Los Angeles
On November 7, 1991, Erving "Magic" Johnson announced to the world that he was retiring from professional basketball due to HIV.
For many, the news that Johnson was carrying the virus seemed like the end of not only an era, but of a man whom so many came to love for his charismatic attitude, infectious smile, and stellar moves on the basketball court.
It was a sad day for many of his fans because many believed that Johnson would die soon after his admission, after all, that was what happened to people with HIV/AIDS back then—they died.
On the flip side, the fact that Johnson did come forward was also a subtle sign of the progress and education that was yet to come. His admission that he caught the virus by being promiscuous with the opposite sex changed the thought processes of the many who believed that "straight" people were immune to HIV.
However, it wouldn't be long before the world knew that Johnson had no intention of disappearing into a corner to live out what little life he was perceived to have left. He planned to live as freely and normally as the everyday person and, unbeknown to many at the time, he would play the game he loved again.
On October 2, 1992, he signed a one-year contract extension with the L.A. Lakers for a record $14.6 million for the 1994-95 basketball season—the sum was payable in full whether he played or not.
The gesture was one that seemed a bit much at the time but, Jerry Buss, the Lakers owner, was more than willing to pay it to Johnson for "all that he'd done" for the franchise.
Johnson would later make a brief return to his former team, but quickly retired again once it became clear that the NBA players weren't as ready for him as he had hoped.
Although he remained strong, the impact of his disease proved the bigger setback as stars like Karl Malone openly expressed their concerns about his being on the court with them. They felt the risk was just too great.
Magic accepted his fate and decided his interests were best served off the court, away from the game, using the platform his name and face afforded him to spread the word about what HIV really means for those who are carriers.
He became the virus' biggest picture of success and gave many who were already silently living with it a reason to believe they too would be okay.
Nearly 20-years later, Magic Johnson is still fighting the fight, and living the life that he always thought he could—against all odds.
For many, the news that Johnson was carrying the virus seemed like the end of not only an era, but of a man whom so many came to love for his charismatic attitude, infectious smile, and stellar moves on the basketball court.
It was a sad day for many of his fans because many believed that Johnson would die soon after his admission, after all, that was what happened to people with HIV/AIDS back then—they died.
On the flip side, the fact that Johnson did come forward was also a subtle sign of the progress and education that was yet to come. His admission that he caught the virus by being promiscuous with the opposite sex changed the thought processes of the many who believed that "straight" people were immune to HIV.
However, it wouldn't be long before the world knew that Johnson had no intention of disappearing into a corner to live out what little life he was perceived to have left. He planned to live as freely and normally as the everyday person and, unbeknown to many at the time, he would play the game he loved again.
On October 2, 1992, he signed a one-year contract extension with the L.A. Lakers for a record $14.6 million for the 1994-95 basketball season—the sum was payable in full whether he played or not.
The gesture was one that seemed a bit much at the time but, Jerry Buss, the Lakers owner, was more than willing to pay it to Johnson for "all that he'd done" for the franchise.
Johnson would later make a brief return to his former team, but quickly retired again once it became clear that the NBA players weren't as ready for him as he had hoped.
Although he remained strong, the impact of his disease proved the bigger setback as stars like Karl Malone openly expressed their concerns about his being on the court with them. They felt the risk was just too great.
Magic accepted his fate and decided his interests were best served off the court, away from the game, using the platform his name and face afforded him to spread the word about what HIV really means for those who are carriers.
He became the virus' biggest picture of success and gave many who were already silently living with it a reason to believe they too would be okay.
Nearly 20-years later, Magic Johnson is still fighting the fight, and living the life that he always thought he could—against all odds.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
LeBron James' New NIKE Commercial Shows He STILL Doesn't Get It (VIDEO)
Have you seen LeBron James' new Nike commercial? You know, the one that is really not about shoes? It's pretty darn cool—must admit—but in it one thing becomes very clear: he still doesn't get it.
Take a look at the commercial below:
The refrain: "what should I do?" resonates well because it's clear that LeBron is asking everyone that very question—Cleveland fans in general. After all, if not for the public backlash he's suffered from his home state, thanks in large part to his decision to do the....well..."decision", he might not need to do any soul-searching at all.
That said, much like "The Decision", LeBron shouldn't have bothered making this commercial because, on its face, it makes him look like a scared kid who really still isn't all that sure he really did the right thing.
The fact of the matter is, he doesn't need to be asking anyone what he should do. He's already done what he did. It's over. The fans of Cleveland won't ever forgive him, the NBA will continue to pimp him and the Heat for their own benefit, Nike will keep paying him ridiculous amounts of money to shill shoes, and he will garner a new set of fans in Miami.
No one will care—take Don Johnson's advice on that one, LeBron: the heat will die down.
What should you do?...Play basketball, Lebron. That's all anyone should expect you to do.
Take a look at the commercial below:
The refrain: "what should I do?" resonates well because it's clear that LeBron is asking everyone that very question—Cleveland fans in general. After all, if not for the public backlash he's suffered from his home state, thanks in large part to his decision to do the....well..."decision", he might not need to do any soul-searching at all.
That said, much like "The Decision", LeBron shouldn't have bothered making this commercial because, on its face, it makes him look like a scared kid who really still isn't all that sure he really did the right thing.
The fact of the matter is, he doesn't need to be asking anyone what he should do. He's already done what he did. It's over. The fans of Cleveland won't ever forgive him, the NBA will continue to pimp him and the Heat for their own benefit, Nike will keep paying him ridiculous amounts of money to shill shoes, and he will garner a new set of fans in Miami.
No one will care—take Don Johnson's advice on that one, LeBron: the heat will die down.
What should you do?...Play basketball, Lebron. That's all anyone should expect you to do.
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