Wednesday, 11 January 2012

Hottest Sports Stories for Wednesday, Jan. 11

The Jaguars got into a bunch of Mularkey, Floyd Mayweather would like to fight before he goes to jail and Kobe Bryant messed around and dropped 48 on the Suns. 

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In this edition:

 

MULARKEY VALUED IN JACKSONVILLE 

The Jacksonville Jaguars just hired the best name in head coaching. Mike Mularkey is just so damn fun to say. The only thing better would be NoGuff McGee or Mr. Mumbles Boatwright. 

Question on Everybody's Mind: Was this a good hire?

Our Take: You bet your Matt Ryan Choke Jobs it was. Mularkey will get the most out of Blaine Gabbert which should be good enough to get to the playoffs but not win any Super Bowls. Huzzah.

Hype Meter: 5 out of 5 Wise Mentors

Let's be honest. This is a story about the Jaguars new head coach coming in to mentor Blaine Gabbert. I could probably find more interesting stories at a bake sale. 

Deeper Dive: 

Mike Mularkey: Former Falcons OC an Intriguing Head Coach for Jaguars (B/R)

Jaguars Hire Mike Mularkey as New Head Coach (The Florida Times-Union)

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BIG THREE FOUND CHOKING IN OAKLAND

Three grown men were seen late Tuesday night choking away a 17-point lead. They are said to answer to the names LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris "Christine" Bosh. 

Question on Everybody's Mind: Is this a big deal?

Our Take: Well, these things happen and it doesn't help when Dorell Wright goes for 20 points. The Heat will be just fine, until James and Wade go down with injuries again, of course. 

Hype Meter: 5 out of 5 Epic Chokes 

Ahh, things are finally back to normal with the Heat letting games get away from them. The only thing more comforting would have been if they were playing the Mavericks. 

Deeper Dive: 

Miami Heat Let One Get Away to Golden State (ESPN)

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MAMBA GOES FOR 48 ON ONE HAND 

Kobe Bryant scored 48 points in a Lakers win over the Suns Tuesday. He did this with a swollen shooting wrist being bandaged, and you call in sick with a tummy ache. For shame. 

Question on Everybody's Mind: MVP?

Our Take: Sure, I'll bite. Bryant is playing with one hand and is leading the team in assists. The scary part was actually watching Luke Walton play on Tuesday. As we all know, when Walton is healthy enough to play, someone, somewhere is horribly injured. 

Hype Meter: 4 out of 5 Not Quite 50s

The better story would have been an even 50 spot dropped on the Suns. It would have been bush league, but the Mamba should have gone for a last-second layup. Sorry Suns, I love nice round numbers. 

That Sounds About Right Tweet Award: 

Deeper Dive: 

Kobe Bryant Drops 48 Points on Phoenix (LA Times) 

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MONEY MAY GETS ANNOYING 

Floyd Mayweather has gone full silly as he demands Manny Pacquiao meet him in the ring on May 5th. The clever use of the word punk was utilized. 

Question on Everybody's Mind: What's wrong? Pacquiao should fight him.

Our Take: Agreed, but when it suits Pac-Man. That could be on May 5th, and perhaps on another day. The funny part is that Mayweather tweets this garbage after. 

Nobody told you to get incarcerated, you d-bag. The fact that you were allowed to push back your jail time because of who you are already pisses me off. Don't make it worse by calling out another fighter for not meeting you before you practice careful soap handling. 

Hype Meter: 3 out of 5 Cinco de Mayos

Sigh. Now that I got that out, I will say that a May 5th fight would be good for the economy. I can really use a beer-fueld marquee match between the two greatest fighters in the last couple decades. 

Deeper Dive: 

Floyd Mayweather's Challenge Will Result in Fight Everyone Wants (B/R)

Money May Calls Out Pacquiao (ESPN)

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UM, MIND IF I SIT ON THE BENCH?

The Dallas Mavericks were two drunk chubby dudes too many on Tuesday night. Two fans managed to sit between Vince Carter and Delonte West, and that is only a good thing if you also happened to have left your mom at home. 

Question on Everybody's Mind: ROFL

Our Take: I know, funny right? Vince Carter goes from nonchalance to looking like he should care, back to not giving a flying squirrel. Sort of how he treats every single moment he has the ball. 

Hype Meter: 2 out of 5 Vin-Sanitys

Remember when Vince Carter was going to be the next best thing? Kobe Bryant would have kicked these two drunks out and then would have forced Troy Murphy to wipe down his seat after.

Deeper Dive: 

Two Dudes Take Over Mavericks Bench (Busted Coverage) 

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DAILY FUN WITH MOVING PICTURES 

Because what else are you going to watch at work?

TIM TEBOW GETS '80S TREATMENT 

John Parr, the man who wrote such hits as St. Elmo's Fire and, well...that's it, has re-done that classic in honor of Tim Tebow. 

Deeper Dive: John Parr Creates Comedy Magic with 'Tim Tebow's Fire (B/R) 

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BALL MEETS FACE 

Yes, there are many available jokes. Not one of them could I write here. 

Deeper Dive: Watch Former Arsenal Defender Get Hit in Face by Ball (B/R)

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TEBOW TAIWANESE SUPER HAPPY FUN TIME 

NMA.TV does it again. Who knew that it would take animation to correctly capture Tim Tebow.

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HITLER'S HAD IT 

Sure this meme is a little long in the tooth, but this was too good to pass up. 

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BITS OF TID 

Little bits of goodness with a chewy center. 

FOOTBALL SCUFFLES SAVE LIVES

A September game between the Ravens featured a scuffle that forced a referee to the ground. To make a long story short, he survived throat cancer. Yeah, you may want to read this one. Via Ravens Blog.

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FEAR OF GOD 

The Patriots are good and afraid of that Tebow guy, and here is their story. Via Midwest Sports Fans.

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ATHLETE ON ATHLETE ACTION

Ever wanted to get schooled on the history of athletes hooking up? Well we have it for you anyway. Via Complex.

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DAILY DESSERT 

Until tomorrow, enjoy Cyndi Lauper, the WWF and Goonies. 

Source: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1019475-hottest-sports-stories-for-wednesday-jan-11

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