The Toast of the Coast

Seriously, one of the best things bout being back home is that I have access to double-ply toilet...

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:30:00 -0400

Seriously, one of the best things bout being back home is that I have access to double-ply toilet paper. Single-ply toilet paper back in my dorm was not cutting it.

“Michael was more charismatic and gregarious than Kobe. He...

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:54:54 -0400

“Michael was more charismatic and gregarious than Kobe. He loved hanging out with his teammates and security guards, playing cards, smoking cigars, and joking around. Kobe is different. He was reserved as a teenager, in part because he was younger than the other players and hadn’t developed strong social skills in college. When Kobe first joined the Lakers, he avoided fraternizing with his teammates. But his inclination to keep to himself shifted as he grew older. Increasingly, Kobe put more energy into getting to know the other players, especially when the team was on the road.”

“Michael was more likely to break through his attackers with power and strength, while Kobe often tries to finesse his way through mass pileups. Michael was stronger, with bigger shoulders and a sturdier frame. He also had large hands that allowed him to control the ball better and make subtle fakes. Jordan was also more naturally inclined to let the game come to him and not overplay his hand, whereas Kobe tends to force the action, especially when the game isn’t going his way. When his shot is off, Kobe will pound away relentlessly until his luck turns. Michael, on the other hand, would shift his attention to defense or passing or setting screens to help the team win the game.”

Words by the hall of fame coach, Phil Jackson (per Sports Illustrated), who coached them to a combined 11 titles (6 as Jordan’s head coach and 5 as Kobe’s head coach).

That shi- that makes your soul burn slow.

Tony Parker is just so cold blooded. Stared deep into Jarrett Jack’s soul and drained a 3 in...

Fri, 17 May 2013 01:14:41 -0400

Tony Parker is just so cold blooded. Stared deep into Jarrett Jack’s soul and drained a 3 in front of him. Please keep in mind that Parker is having a horrendous shooting night (3 for 16 at the moment). And Klay Thompson and Steph Curry must know how I feel on 2k now after watching the ball rattle out if the basket on multiple occasions. Good job, good effort, Warriors.

Finally back home after a long spring semester and enjoying a nice bowl of beans with chicken stew. ...

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:52:13 -0400

Finally back home after a long spring semester and enjoying a nice bowl of beans with chicken stew. My life flashed before my eyes when my phone was unable to access the internet even though it was connected to the router. My heart cannot take life without the internet atm. Time to watch Spurs run wild on the Warriors and some It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia after. It’s great to be home.

Dwyane Wade and Lebron James post-game news conference (May 15,...

Thu, 16 May 2013 01:33:00 -0400

Dwyane Wade and Lebron James post-game news conference (May 15, 2013)

I have a deeper respect for James now. I know they consider themselves as brothers but just hearing him say that, defending Wade from critics, and having trust in Wade is truly admirable.

Quick tidbits:

Wade went into the locker room to get his knee re-taped.
Apparently, whenever Wade goes to talk to Coach Creen he has ‘great’ games the following night.
LeBron James is awesome.

Anita Baker - Caught Up In The Rapture [prod. by Michael J....

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:26:49 -0400

Anita Baker - Caught Up In The Rapture [prod. by Michael J. Powell]

If only I could sing. I’m content with my God-given gifts but being told to “stop”...

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:21:00 -0400

If only I could sing. I’m content with my God-given gifts but being told to “stop” during my cover of Anita Baker’s “Caught Up in the Rapture” would…would hurt me.

the-hero-of-ages: “alright coach i’m ready to go whenever you need me!” -Derrick Rose after game 5

Thu, 16 May 2013 00:06:00 -0400

the-hero-of-ages:

“alright coach i’m ready to go whenever you need me!” -Derrick Rose after game 5

Westbrook seems to be enjoying himself (not that I want him in a somber mood or anything). Had quite...

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:34:00 -0400

Westbrook seems to be enjoying himself (not that I want him in a somber mood or anything). Had quite the looker to his left.

First Hamilton now Prince (had a sick dunk a couple minutes ago)? Revenge of the Pistons.

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:32:40 -0400

First Hamilton now Prince (had a sick dunk a couple minutes ago)? Revenge of the Pistons.

I don’t listen to podcasts that much but The Combat Jack...

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:28:00 -0400

I don’t listen to podcasts that much but The Combat Jack Show has been on top of things lately. From Black Thought to Toure. I really enjoyed the conversation they had with Toure and how sporadic the topic conversations got as it progressed. I am going to deny someone their right of saying the words “Aunt Jeremiah” and or “Uncle Ben.”

MSNBC’s own Touré returned ready for combat. The convo was all over the place, from his new book “I would Die 4 U: Why Prince Became An Icon” to working with Nas on his upcoming autobiography, to Touré firing shots at the crew for labeling him the white one. Pete challenges Touré for being an a.s.s.h.o.l.e. and a poser. Who wins? Tune in and see, once again, Touré at his blackest. #Newmanati!.

DJ Khaled - Victory (feat. Nas and John Legend) [prod. by The...

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:12:00 -0400

DJ Khaled - Victory (feat. Nas and John Legend) [prod. by The Inkredibles]

Cole World make way for the for the chosen one.

Wed, 15 May 2013 23:07:01 -0400

Cole World make way for the for the chosen one.

Ha, Carlos Boozer commended Rip Hamilton on his effort tonight although he was...

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:29:39 -0400

Ha, Carlos Boozer commended Rip Hamilton on his effort tonight although he was “almost forgotten about.” Coach Thibs is definitely going to receive a lot of flak for not playing Hamilton in previous games.

Awww, Boozer brought two of his sons to the post game conference.

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:25:03 -0400

Awww, Boozer brought two of his sons to the post game conference.

D-Wade certainly rose to the occasion. ;)

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:50:10 -0400

D-Wade certainly rose to the occasion. ;)

Reject the hardness of uncomfortable objects with the Stone Mask...

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:49:05 -0400

Reject the hardness of uncomfortable objects with the Stone Mask Cushion! Digging that Jonathan Joestar Tobineko.

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Report: South Florida Mayors to Fight in Charity MMA Bout

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:49:08 -0400

Report: South Florida Mayors to Fight in Charity MMA Bout:

theanticool:

Two South Florida mayors plan to square off in a mixed martial arts bout to benefit charity, according to a report from the Miami Herald.

All politicians should fight.

The winner of this bout would get my vote (if I lived in the area). This should be the new way of deciding close elections.

I know it’s Kars (hat tip to Lance for the HQ scan) and...

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:57:00 -0400

I know it’s Kars (hat tip to Lance for the HQ scan) and some guy who goes by the name Rohan (hat tip to mikestrider) but please control your biofluids.

And for little recap:

Click [here] to read about almost everything related to All Star Battle. Big ups to mikestrider for the compilation of ASB-related information into one nice post.
Click [here] for game play videos in addition to the promotional videos for ASB (I’ll update that post in a bit).
Click [here] to pre-order ASB and click [here] (or ask me a question) if you have any questions about pre-ordering. You might find something a tad cheaper in the post for the second link.
And finally click [here] to see the birthday drawing littlezas did for yours truly last year. ;)
Oh yeah, in case you missed it, click [here] to download and play Diavolo no Daibouken, a fan-made Japanese roguelike game. The translations for the game comes is in the download.

2013: Still waiting on Beyonce to make ‘iconic’ music.

Tue, 14 May 2013 13:58:15 -0400

2013: Still waiting on Beyonce to make ‘iconic’ music.