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Drew Brees Snubbed: Manning’s MVP Selection Shows Prejudice Amongst Voters
Posted: 9th January 2010 by Joe Gerrity in NFL
Whenáexamining the MVP caliber seasons of Drew Brees and Peyton Manning, there really isn't much to complain about.
Both led their teams to the No.1 seeds in their respective conferences while flirting with perfection.
Each amassed over 30 touchdown passes and more than 4,000 yards.
When determining the regular season MVP, most will look at team record and statistics.
What boggles the mind is that Brees has undeniably better statistics, but still managed to ...
Each year I buy one Hornets' jersey, normally because I've either lost my old one, the team's colors have changed so much that I'm hardly recognizable as a Hornets fan anymore, or the previous jersey just won't stop smelling like beer, liquor, and vomit.
In this case, I headed over to the Hornets' team shop to essentially replace my two-year-old beer soaked Chris Paul jersey. Figuring enough people wear a Paul ...
In what can only be described as a topsy turvy year for the New Orleans Hornets, it appears they are finally making headway toward becoming an elite team.
New Orleans Hornets' trade rumors have continued to swirl for quite some time about nearly all members of the starting roster. Emeka Okafor, David West, Devin Brown, and even Chris Paul himself have all been seen their names pop up in trade scenarios all around the Web.
Let's clear a few things up.
David West trade rumors have been flying for a while now, but a number of signs point to it ...
Three Problems with the Fan Experience at NBA Games
Posted: 27th December 2009 by Joe Gerrity in NBA
For those of you that attend NBA games regularly, it's no secret that there are improvements to be made in regards to the overall experience.
Personally I attend New Orleans Hornets' games, so my experience might not be identical to yours, but I'm sure there are at least a few things that we all share a distaste for.Begin Slideshow
These Chris Paul quotes exemplify what kind of person he is and how much he cares about others. It sounds like he would be a fun guy to play a round of golf with or listen to some jazz with as well.
See the full article HERE
Speaking about Deron Williams: "They compare us so much. You hear an analyst saying I'm better than him, and another saying he's better than me. ...
Would the New Orleans Hornets Trade Chris Paul? (Part One: Why They Would)
Posted: 26th December 2009 by Joe Gerrity in NBA
Speculation regarding a potential Chris Paul trade from the New Orleans Hornets has been raging throughout chat rooms and message boards ever since the Bees did not live up to expectations last year.
Full Story HERE
The chatter escalated substantially when a deal for Tyson Chandler was put into place during the 08-09 season that would return nothing but luxury tax relief for the Hornets.
Instantly, rumors flew that CP3 wanted out and ...
Lessons from Katrina: Loss Will Serve To Strengthen New Orleans Saints
Posted: 21st December 2009 by Joe Gerrity in NFL
If there is one thing to have learned from Katrina, it's that things are always darkest before the dawn.
For years of my youth I dismissed that same phrase as a tired clichÚ, not applicable to anything ináreal life. Although the meaning was clear, never for me had any actual loss been required for a greater future good.
Maybe when you are young it's just too hard to see things clearly.
After the ...
After a few months of the NBA season, it's clear that nobody is perfect. Here's what each and every team should be asking for from Santa Clause on Christmas Eve.
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Atlanta Hawks : A re-do of the 2005 draft would makeátheir squadáthe most feared team in the league.
Boston Celtics: The gift of healtháwould assureáthem at least one more chance at a title.
Charlotte Bobcats: For the Bobcats, a new ...
New Orleans Hornets Buzz: Contenders or Pretenders?
Posted: 19th December 2009 by Joe Gerrity in NBA
What do you get when you cross the league's best point guard with an All-Star power forward and a Top-10 center?
It's hard to say. After 25 games, the Hornets are as much of a mystery as they were entering the season. Picked to finish anywhere from third to 10th in the west by experts, the team has lived up to nearly every expectation.
After starting the seasonáby losing eight of their ...