MCQ's

Hate Mcq's, why do I always choose the wrong one. I think i've never ever done well in a MCQ exam.... hope tmr I can change that trend... Once I somehow fluked a 100% on a FINM exam but still managed to fail the 2nd section which meant I got a 74% overall. Thankfully the MCQ's pulled me up that time, but there have been instances where it has pulled me down significantly. Stress levels will rise soon

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Isn't it unfortunate that Allen Iverson decides to change teams in order to have a better shot at making the playoffs when his current team is ranked 9th in the West with arguably one of the best records in the nba while his former team is not even winning half their games yet they have a better shot at making the plaayoffs? (long sentence, bad english).

A Poll

I remember 3-4 years ago, NBA.com had a poll concerning both the Dallas Mavericks and the Memphis Grizzlies. Dallas were on their 14 or so game win streak while Memphis were on their 14 or so losing streak. The poll asked which team would lose their streak first, Memphis or Dallas. Today I pose the same question. Rockets are rolling in hope of a 13th consecutive victory while Miami has lost 11 in a row. Who do you think will crack?

I think NBA is the most photogenic sport. You get really amazing shots from the backboard camera. Thought I'd just add this cos it's funny too:


It's an Oreo!

Enquiry

What happened to Stephon Marbury?

Moments ago, Dwight did this:



Even more hilarious though is this campaign pitch from D-how.

Don't even talk to me about the Slam Dunk Contest. I'd vote Dwight for president!

Holy Crap

Chris Wilcox got hops!

All I need right here

I think it was 2 or 3 years ago that Ivan and I were stewing on the lack of decent centers in the game. It was during a time where the O' Neals of Indiana and Miami were the dominant forces in the game and Ben Wallace was in the midst of his Defensive Player of the Year streak.

3 Years on and how vastly different the landscape of big men in the NBA has become. You have game-breakers like Marcus Camby (almost certain to retain Defensive POTY honors), Chris Kaman (almost certain to earn Most Improved), and Al Jefferson (22ppg/12reb) all missing out on all-star honors all because of the sheer depth in center value going around right now.

Coupled with that is the stop-and-start seasons from Pau Gasol, Elton Brand and Brad Miller (currently in vintage form) and the latent talent of potential greatness in Andrew Bynum, Lamarcus Aldridge and Al Horford - suffice to say, the state of the C position in the NBA right now is too much to handle.

Funny TNT Commercials

Vote 1 Dwight Howard

When you really know that you suck...

You know you suck when you...

lose 69-112, to a team which boasts the same win/loss record as you. (Milwaukee Defeated by Phildelphia)

Say Goodbye to the playoffs Yi.

You also know you suck when you...

lose to the Minnesota Timberwolves (the team that will be a development team for the next 15 years) and only score 67. (Chicago Bulls)
I think it's time for a change.. namely trading Big Ben. You don't deserve millions a year for averaging 2 points a game.

-Burita

The Great Wall's of China

This Saturday marks the next and final reunion of Yao Ming and Yi Jian Lian this season. Can the Mcgrady-less Rockets prevail under the new system of Rick Aldeman or will Yi's inconsistent Bucks find their spark?

The Houston Rockets have had a roller coaster season despite having a fairly stable standing (25-20). Mcgrady has missed approximately 15 games this season however, the Rockets have had their share of messy wins. Over the past 10 games, the Rockets have won 7, including a thriller against Golden State where Yao scored 36 points and pulled down 19 rebounds. Despite this impressive record, none of these victories have seen to be convincing wins. So who is to blame??

1) The Rockets are 8-7 without their superstar and there are several trade rumours circulating. Mcgrady has had his fair share of injuries over the past few seasons and has missed 65 games with his stint with the Houston Rockets. Is it time for Mcgrady to part ways with Houston? Is it time to rebuild again with Yao and another sidekick as the Houston forefront? Only 1 month or so until the trade deadline.

2) Raefer Alston is seen to be the most inconsistent PG in the whole of the NBA. His FG% by far the worst out of any of the starting PGs. Rick Aldeman is seen to favour Alston over the 4 other PG's in his roster and these players are starting to get disgruntled. Mike James and Steve Francis who were once superstars in their days barely see the light of day when it comes to playing time. Luther Head is also seeing limited playing time and is not reaching his potential anytime soon. Aaron Brooks is the only alternative PG who shows promise however lacks any real experience due to the lack of game time.

The Milwaukee Bucks have had a very disappointing season ranking in last in the central division (18-28). However, Bogut is showing signs of improvement and is pulling down killer numbers for his team. Yi has showed little promise ever since his monster game against the Charlotte Bobcats where he nearly pulled off a perfect field goal percentage. Although his playing time average has increased, his FG% is horrendous and he seldom takes many shots.

Overall it should be an interesting season for both these teams. I predict that the Houston Rockets will make the playoffs (just) however will be knocked out in the first round. THe Milwaukee Bucks show no real sign of promise and will be a lottery team once again. Hopefully they will be able to gain good draft picks, particularly in the SF position.

-Burita

3-10, 14-15

Dwight has only missed one of his 15 free throws in today's game. Shoot like that all the time at the charity stripe manchild!