The Diesel Parks in Sacramento 

Once proclaimed the “Sacramento Queens” by O’Neal, he is now a minority owner of the team. The Sacramento Kings and the Los Angeles Lakers battled in the early 2000s for supremacy of the Western Conference. We all know how those battles ended, whether a Robert Horry three-pointer or a thunderous slam by Shaq, the Kings would end up on the canvas.

The Sacramento Kings have a face to their franchise. Shaq won’t be playing on the hardwood however he brings credibility and hardware. As a four time champion, O’Neal identifies which characteristics it takes to build a championship team.

Sacramento was a similar to a college basketball atmosphere when the Kings were great. The fans would make distinct noises from cowbells ringing throughout the arena. Now O’Neal has the task of luring free agents to Sacramento. In this era of the NBA, superstars want to play with other superstars. It’s getting harder for small market teams to thrive in the NBA. Demarcus Cousins has been a troubled player in the past, but under Shaq’s tutelage maybe Cousins can thrive.

Let’s hope the queens start playing like kings under O’Neal’s watch. 

Complain from McCain

Senator McCain, I’d like to thank you for your auspicious sentiment for the Dodger players. McCain’s analytical words “overpaid, immature, arrogant, and spoiled brats,” won the NL West for the first time since 2009. I understand you have difficulty comprehending a celebration of this magnitude.

The last time you ran for presidency you fell short of accomplishing your goals. So don’t diminish the achievement of the Dodgers. Dodger’s pitcher Brian Wilson said it eloquently, “Senator McComplain knows a thing or two about coming in second and watching someone take a plunge in the pool (I mean poll).”

If you don’t want people swimming in the pool, then don’t have a pool in the stadium. If you thought the Dodgers were going to clinch the division in Arizona, you could have emptied the pool. 

I Miss You Wes

Tom Terrific Looks Frustrated and Flustered

The turmoil began for the Patriots in June of 2013. Who could have predicted a tumultuous off-season which included All-Pro tight end Aaron Hernandez charged and indicted for murder. The Patriots let free agent Wes Welker sign with Brady’s nemesis Peyton Manning. Rob Gronkowski, the most effective tight end in the NFL is still recovering from four surgeries on his forearm. According to CBS, if you factor in the Gronkowski injury and the players who left the Patriots, Brady will be missing 84 percent of his offensive productivity from 2012.

The Brady Bunch won a thriller in week 1 against the Buffalo Bills, hitting a late field goal to squeeze out the victory. In week 2 the Patriots offense looked anemic, the golden boy threw for 185 yards with an abysmal 24.2 quarterback rating. The New England offense mustered 232 yards of offense and scored 13 points. Tom Brady is arguably one of the best quarterbacks of all time. But with an inexperienced wide receivers and tight ends, this year might be a wash. The Patriots will win 10 or 11 games and will make the playoffs. But Peyton Manning and Wes Welker are looming waiting for a chance to dissect and demolish the Patriots.

But don’t feel bad for Tom Brady, he gets to go home to Giselle and his wonderful Ugg boots collection.

TBE=The Best Ever

“ It’s All About the Benjamin’s Baby!”

Did you expect a different outcome? If you bet against Floyd “Money” Mayweather, your pockets are significantly lighter today. Mayweather dominated the 12 round fight against Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, winning by majority decision. Mayweather fought a defensive gem. Canelo threw 526 punches landing only 117 which is equivalent to 22 percent accuracy. While Floyd threw 505 punches landing a remarkable 232, which is 46 percent accuracy.

The pound for pound king, reminded us all on Saturday night, what greatness looks like. Greatness stands at 5 feet 8 inches and weighs in at 150 pounds even. At the ripe old age of 36, “Money” looked better than ever. Saul “Canelo” Alvarez relinquished his undefeated record along with the WBC and Ring Light Middleweight titles. Mayweather retained his WBA Light Middleweight title, and his unblemished perfect record of 45-0. Although the pay-per-view numbers are not available yet, this fight might have broken the all time record of 2.44 million which Mayweather set in 2007.

All the Floyd Mayweather haters need to stop and appreciate greatness. How many athletes do you know who can talk the talk and walk the walk? You may not like his attitude or persona but, you can’t deny his technical boxing skills. No boxer can beat Floyd Money Mayweather, only father time, who is also undefeated. 

Show me the money!!!

A brash Johnny Manziel flaunts hand gestures which equated to “Show me the money,” toward Rice players after a touchdown. Johnny “Football” Manziel is obviously adopting the anti-hero role at Texas A&M. Manziel is the reigning Heisman Trophy winner and the only freshman to ever win the award. It was a tumultuous summer for Manziel. The Heisman Trophy winner engaged in off the field activities which transformed his public perception.

Manziel’s summer included an autograph scandal, which alleged that Manziel received money for autograph sessions. This is a clear violation of NCAA rules, where players cannot receive money for their autographs. The NCAA’s investigation lacked solid evidence against the star quarterback. Manziel’s punishment was being suspended for the first half against Rice  

The Manziel scenario is ironic, a player who brings in millions of dollars for Texas A&M, cannot make money off his own signature. With all the negativity swirling around Manziel, he dominated the Rice Owl’s in the second half. Manziel threw 6 for 8 competitions for 94 yards and 3 touchdowns. The final score was Aggies 52 and Rice 31, not bad for a perceived “punk” quarterback who loves to party.

It’s Johnny Manziel’s world and we are just living in it.

Not a game, we're talking about practice!

As kids we are told practice makes perfect. In sports practice is crucial to a develop chemistry with your teammates. Here is Allen Iverson's infamous words on the importance of practice. Who needs practice when you have A.I.  on your team.