I never knew what all the fuss was about with respect to UFC. I'd seen a match or two in passing, but mixed martial arts never appealed to me in general. I'm back home in Virginia for the holidays, and I dropped in on some friends last night. They were getting wasted and watching the pay-per-view UFC fights. I had a few shots, some chips, some dip, and I actually paid attention to the fights as well. The result? I have a new found respect for the MMA AND (as you probably guessed) I have a new boyfriend.
Ladies, allow me to introduce Frank Mir.
OH.HELL.YES. How beautiful is he?? He walked into the ring and I screamed in ecstasy. Damn, my new boyfriend is sexy!
UFC - you officially have my attention! The men were so tasty I can't remember how many times I yelled "GET HIM BABY, GET HIM!" I had a new "baby" in every match. How come no one ever told me what I was missing???? Look for more UFC coverage on Ladies Locker Room in the future, for sure!
Oh yeah, in addition to being sexy, Frank Mir won his match last night against Antônio Rodrigo Nogueira, knocking him out in the second round. Mir's victory sets up a rematch with Brock Lesner for the UFC Heavyweight Championship in 2009. I almost forgot to mention that, oops :) Sometimes I have a one track mind.
-boogie
Sunday, December 28
Now I See The Light
Friday, December 19
I Warned You A David Lee Blog Was Coming
I stand by my teams (and my boyfriends) no matter what. The Knicks aren't the Eastern Conference powerhouse they used to be, but that doesn't mean I love them any less. Since a return to glory is probably a season or two away (after we get this Stephan Marbury situation figured out, deal him out of here, and free up some salary cap space), I have to get excited about the little things. It's the small victories that are making me happy this season, like the way we took down Golden State a few weeks ago, and how we embarrassed the Grizzlies in Memphis. One game at a time.
I am also taking great joy in the fact that the Knicks are SHOCKING the fantasy basketball world right now! Allow me to quote Fantasy Writer Jeff Lippman, in an article entitled Unbe-Lee-vable.
With Christmas time and the holidays fast approaching, Mr. Fantasy implores owners not to look gift horses in the mouth. Don't take what you've been given by the grace of God and Isaiah Thomas and flush it down the toilet.
Don't follow? I'm talking, of course, about the curious case of the New York Knicks and their magical Fantasy point-producing offense under coach Mike D'Antoni. The Knicks have been the source of a number of Fantasy breakouts this season. Nobody could have predicted Chris Duhon's emergence as a top Fantasy point guard. Who ever thought Al Harrington would average 27 points per game? It would have taken a Fantasy clairvoyant to forecast the incredible leap in value made by Wilson Chandler, Tim Thomas, Quentin Richardson and Nate Robinson this year.
But with all those guys above, right now there is one Knick who is standing out from all the rest and taking the league by storm. With 16 double-doubles in his first 25 games, David Lee is third in the NBA behind only Dwight Howard and Chris Paul, which is some pretty sweet Fantasy company.
David Lee has been great lately but I keep hearing pundits express concern that playing, more specifically defending, bigger centers every night will wear on him as the season goes along -- it was unnerving to see Shaq knock him around Monday night. Is now the time to move him? Is his value is as high as it will ever get? -- Chilibon Karakachanov, New York
JL: The "pundits" you are talking about are worried because the ambidextrous Lee has been suffering from a bad back in recent days. That back problem forced Lee to finish with just 10 points and one rebound in 24 minutes on Dec. 10 at the Nets, snapping his 10-game double-double streak in the process. All Lee has done since is average almost 17 points and 15 rebounds in his last three games. Plus, in 31 minutes banging against Shaq, you say he got tossed around, we say he still recorded 15 points and 12 boards and shot 7-of-9 from the floor.
Lee is a pretty tough character and we think, for better or worse, he'll be able to stay healthy throughout this season. That said, his value is not going anywhere. He's only getting better and better in his fourth year in the league out of the University of Florida. You could certainly trade him and expect to get very good value in return, but if his unexpected value has helped you thus far there is no need to worry about it dropping off anytime soon.
JEFF LIPPMAN IS MY NEW BFF. In case you haven't heard, singing David Lee's praises is the perfect way to get on my good side. If only fantasy points were directly equivalent to NBA wins. My Knicks would be well on their way to a division title.
Whatever. I'm still going to enjoy the hell out of this.
-boogie Read More......
Monday, December 15
A Few Of My Favorite People
I'm watching Knicks vs. Suns right now and several of my favorite players from over years are on the floor tonight, including David Lee, Chris Duhon, Steve Nash, Shaquille O'Neil, and Grant Hill.
Chris Duhon and and Grant Hill are Duke alums, so they have my undying loyalty forever and ever amen. When Duke won its second straight NCAA Championship in '92, I wanted to be Mrs. Hill, even though I was only 10 years old. I demanded his sneakers for Christmas when they first came out. I even changed my favorite soda because "Grant Hill Drinks Sprite."
Shaq is just a legend. When he came onto the scene, I'd never seen anything like him, and he just blew my mind. He's become a superstar and a phenomenon since then. Love him or hate him, you've got to respect him no matter what.
Steve Nash became an elite NBA player under Coach Mike D'Antoni. His recent MVP seasons were electric. I'll always respect Nash and D'antoni for resurrecting basketball in Phoenix. Plus Steve Nash is Canadian, and I love me some Canadians.
I realize some of you might be getting sick of me talking about David Lee, so I'll spare you this one time. Believe that he will be the subject of a blog before the week is over. You've been warned.
Tonight is Coach Mike D'antoni's first game back in Phoenix since he left the team under less than happy circumstances last off season. He received a standing ovation from the Phoenix crowd. I think its great that they showed D'Antoni the respect he was due. I'm even more glad that he's coaching in New York now :)
I keep changing from this game over to Browns vs. Eagles on Monday Night Football. This game is about to be a blow out...
-boogie
Wednesday, December 3
Swoon!
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So I just found this old interview David Lee did with the New York Post and I'm squealing like a little girl! The interview is from January 2007 and David makes several comments that prove to me we are soul mates. Allow me to share a few with you all. The bold responses make me especially happy.
Q: Do you get a kick out of being a crowd favorite?
A: I enjoy it because I love New York and I love playing here.
Q: Favorite Billy Donovan story?
A: During the recruiting process ... he would show up [at] my high school. He would be out in the parking lot and would just say hello to me, shake my hand and just say, "Hey David, hope you had a good week of school, hope everything's OK ... Gators are thinking about ya," and fly back to Florida. So I gave him the nickname "The Stalker."
Q: Favorite childhood memory?
A: Shooting baskets in the backyard with my mom and dad.
Q: Three wishes?
A: Health; happiness; and more wishes.
Q: Worst habit?
A: (Laughs) Learning how to keep my mouth shut sometimes; sometimes I speak before I think.
Q: Three dinner guests?
A: Jesus; Michael Jordan; Martin Luther King.
Q: If I were president, I would ...?
A: Do more to help the poor people in our country rather than focusing on the rest of the world.
Q: Favorite movie?
A: "The Usual Suspects."
Q: Favorite actor?
A: Kevin Spacey; Denzel.
Q: Favorite actress?
A: Julia Roberts; Catherine Zeta-Jones.
Q: Favorite entertainer?
A: Jay-Z; U-2.
Q: Favorite meal?
A: Steak and potatoes.
We should stop messing around and just get married already.
Read the rest of the interview here.
-boogie Read More......
Tuesday, December 2
Boogie Hasn't Forgotten Her #1 Boyfriend
Dear David Lee,
I'm feeling you.
I'm feeling you on offense and defense.
I'm feeling that two-man game you got going on with Chris Duhon. (I'm partial to Dukies.)
I'm feeling that pick and roll action I saw vs. the Trail Blazers tonight.
I'm feeling all those double-doubles you've been coming up with lately.
I'm feeling you switching positions from forward to center. (That sounds dirty.)
I'm feeling you scoring a career high 37 points and 21 rebounds against Golden State on Saturday night, making you the first Knicks player to get 30-and-20 in a game since Patrick Ewing in 1994.
I am feeling you as an important factor in what I hope will be the Knicks first postseason appearance since 2004.
And I'm gonna head down to the Garden and visit you just as soon as I can convince one of my lame ass friends to come with me.
I'm sorry, but I just can't sit in the Garden and scream your name all by myself. I'm a little nutty, but I'm not pathetic.
Keep holding it down, and I'll see you soon.
Kisses,
Boogie
Monday, November 24
Boogie... I Hope You're Sitting Down
According to Jon Neyman at SI.com:
There are indications the Mets might consider overhauling their catching situation. While the Mets haven't spoken publicly about any dissatisfaction with their tandem of Brian Schneider and Ramon Castro, some competing executives say the Mets, whose top priorities remain a closer and a starting pitcher, appear open to trading either catcher.
Should the Mets find a deal for their catchers, longtime Red Sox catcher Jason Varitek, a free agent, could be a possibility for them. Mets GM Omar Minaya has always liked Ivan Rodriguez, but it isn't known whether they'd consider I-Rod, as well.
Ummm... yeah. Just saying. Let's get him and keep him til Mauer's contracts expires in 2010! We could use some good solid catching in Queens. Read More......
Red Sox offer Varitek a new contract!!
YESSSSSSSSSS!
I don't want to get my hopes up, but this is good news! The Red Sox offered Captain Jason Varitek a one year deal, the financials of which have not been disclosed. The Red Sox probably low-balled him, considering his '08 was packed with career-worsts, .220 with 13 homers and 43 RBIs. Any baseball idiot knows that Jason Varitek is more than just a catcher and a captain. He's a great defensive catcher, and he can guide a shaky pitcher through a snow storm. John Lester, anyone?
Jason Varitek has played his entire career in Boston. He's the only player to wear the old fashioned high red socks. He deserves to finish his career right where he started it. Now that an offer is on the table, this could go one of three ways.
1. Varitek accepts the offer and finishes out his career in Boston. Unless he has a hugely successful '09, I'm nearly confident he'll retire after next season.
2. Varitek rejects the offer, deciding instead to go out very close to the top with that C on his chest and 2 World Series Championships rings on his hand. After going 86 years without a championship, how many legendary Red Sox stars in history can say that??
3. Varitek rejects the offer and signs with another team for what will probably be not much more money that he'll make in a final season in Boston. Can any team make him an offer sweet enough to leave his beloved Boston behind? And let's not forget about the personal issues he's dealing with this year. In case you hadn't heard, his wife of 12 years and mother to his three daughters filed for divorce at the end of July. These are all factors, no doubt.
As much as I would LOVE to see Jason play in Queens, I don't actually think my Mets will go after him. I do think we could use a veteran catcher to get our pitching staff on track, but not necessarily a catcher in the twilight of his career. Jason Varitek will turn 37 in April.
I'll cross my fingers for option #1. Anyone else want to weight in?
Just remember I'm sensitive when it comes to my boyfriends...
-boogie
Friday, November 14
Heads Up!
NBA - Is he still "The Answer"?
I figured we should give some love to the NBA teams, since mostly what goes on here is baseball and football. I was looking ahead to this weekend and I'm looking forward to watching the Sunday night game (during the commercials of the football game). The Pistons are on the road visiting the Suns, and the newly acquired Allen Iverson will be in the building:
NHL - The Beasts of The East
Saturday night at 7, the NY Rangers (and boogie's bf) take on the scorching hot Boston Bruins. In the middle of writing this I just realized this is another New York - Boston rivalry that could brew up this season. The Bruins have won 8 of their last 10 games and are sitting at the top of their division. The Rangers, who seem to be the favorites in any game they play, will have their work cut out for them this weekend.
NCAA Football
Like every Saturday in college football, tomorrow promises to be an exciting day. As a football fan you've got to love SEC games. Georgia (10) is going into Auburn to take on the Tigers in what promises to be a slug fest. Look for Georgia' Matt Stafford to throw up some deep balls for his 2 impressive 6 foot plus receivers to go and get. (12:30 game)
Tim TebowSpeaking of the SEC, the ol' ball coach (Steve Spurrier) will be leading the Gamecocks(25) down to Gainesville , FL to take on his former team the Gators(4). Spurrier, who coached the Gators to a national championship in '97, is looking to kill the BCS title hopes of his former team. Tim Tebow, last year's Heisman Trophy winner (first ever to do it as a Sophomore), will attempt to try to pick apart the #3 defense in the land. This one looks to be an interesting one. (3:30 on CBS)
NFL - Romo Is Back
Tony Romo gets his first chance to play with WR Roy Williams, since Williams was acquired (via trade with Detroit) after Romo broke his pinkie. The Cowboys look to gain some ground on their division rivals who will be missing star RB Clinton Portis. (Anyone else think it's funny that Washington has a guy named Clinton as it's star? I mean we've only got to wait 60-something more days until January 20th, but personally I wouldn't have minded more Bill these past 8 years and to make up for it...
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Thursday, November 13
Boogie's Boyfriends Dominate
I don't want to toot my own horn or anything, but last night was a good night to be my boyfriend.
David Lee had The Knicks EMBARRASSED the Memphis Grizzlies on their home turf, putting up 132 points to the Grizzlies' 103. The Knicks broke a franchise record in the process by putting up 19 3-point shots. It was the most dominant performance I've seen out of the Knicks in years!
Earlier in the night the New York Rangers EMBARRASSED the New Jersey Devils on their home turf, scoring 4 goals in the 2nd period and adding another in the third. They were just toooooo much for the Devils, who only scored twice. My favorite Ashton look-alike and yours, Nikolai Zherdev, scored two amazing goals in a game that saw Devils' fans head home home early while Rangers rants echoed through Newark.
What lesson have we learned here, kids?
Stick with me, and you'll go to the top!
Believe it,
Boogie
Friday, November 7
Boogie's Baller Boyfriend
Everyone who knows me also knows that I have a lot of boyfriends. I use that word to refer to every good looking guy that I know of including athletes, musicians, friends' significant others, brothers, fathers, and complete strangers walking down the street. My real life boyfriends have never been fond of this trait, but who cares what they think?
With that said, I'd like to introduce you to my shiny new NBA baller boyfriend, and rising star here in New York, Mr. David Lee.
mmm hmm, ya'll. It's on.
David is a 25 year old Taurus power forward from St. Louis, Missouri who played his college ball for the Florida Gators before the Knicks drafted him in 2005. He's become a fan favorite, known for his rebounding skills and intense defense. Yes, my friends, this is all good news.
The bad news it that he has a long time girlfriend. I met her once and she's gorgeous. I hope she won't mind if I borrow him for blogging and daydreaming purposes.
If you're sick of Stars posting about Joe Mauer, you ain't seen nothin' yet!!
-boogie
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