NBA PREDICTIONS 2013-2014 Season

Who will be the champion this season 2013-2014? Will it be the Miami Heat or will it be a new contender in the east for the title? Perhaps the Indiana Pacers or the Brooklyn Nets..... Will the Miami Heat still be holding this trophy in June of 2014?

NBA UPDATES

The NBA this past week has been relatively quite. Seven time NBA All Star Tracy McGrady retired from the NBA after 16 seasons in the league on Monday. "It's been 16 years playing the game I love. I've had a great run, but its time for it to come to an end," McGrady expressed on Monday. McGrady this past season signed to the San Antonio Spurs for a 1 year deal. McGrady has had his troubles this past year, with having knee surgery last season and then going on to signing a deal with the spurs in April. Throughout his career McGrady averaged 19.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 4.4 assists. McGrady told reporters he is very sad to leave the spurs organization and he wishes he had another chance, but the door is still open for him to play in China. "Officially retired from the NBA. Door's still open." Also this past week center Larry Sanders of the Milwaukee Bucks signed a extention on Wednesday. Reportedly the deal was worth up to 4 years and 44 million dollars. Sanders was drafted 15th overall in the 2010 draft. Sanders averaged 9.8 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 2.8 blocks. Sanders also had a streak of  blocks for 40 straight games. Antawn Jamison of the Lakers signed a one year deal with the Clippers on Monday. The deal was reportedly worth the veterans minimum. Jamison played for the lakers last season and averaged 9.4 points and 4.8 rebounds.

World Championships Updates (Last Days) Part 2

On the final days of competition at the World Championships we witnessed the most anticipated races of the whole Championships, the men's and women's 4 by 100 and 4 by 400. In the 4 by 100 for the women, there were a lot of great teams in the field. The United States had , had there share of problems, because of Allyson Felix going down to a hamstring injury in the 200m, and it showed during the 4 by100. Jamaica would win in a very commanding fashion taking 1st place in the 4 by 100 final with a time of 41.29. On the men's side of things Jamaica's Usian Bolt was the star of the event. The field was loaded with great teams such as the United States, Jamaica, and Canada. The Canadians lost there medal last summer , and they were determined this summer to make sure they won a medal. Usian Bolt came out very strong for Jamaica anchoring there relay along with America's Justin Gatlin. Bolt would lead the Jamaicans to a gold medal with a time of 37.36. The United States would win the silver and the Canadians would finally win there fifth medal in the event ever getting the bronze with the times of 37.66 and 37.92. On the 4 by 400 side of things the United States had a completely different story when it came to the men.  The United States dominated from beginning to end of the race. Lashawn Merritt of the United States would anchor the relay putting up a 20 meter lead at the end of the race to lead the United States to a commanding lead and the gold medal and a time of 2:58.71. Jamaica would win the silver with a time of 2:59.88 and Russia would win the bronze with a time of 2:59.90. On the women's side of things, the results weren't what anyone expected. Since Allyson Felix went down in the 200m and Sanya Richard was not able to compete because of off season surgery the 4 by 400 relay for the United States had a lot of new faces on it. The field was loaded with a lot of talent, with Russia and Jamaica, the United States new that it was going to be a tough battle. Through the first two legs of the race the United States led very commandingly, but would slowly fall down hill and they would receive the silver with a time of 3:20.41 to Russia who would win the gold with a time of 3:20.19, and Great Britain would win the bronze with a time of 3:22.61.

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS UPDATES (Last days) Part 1

On the final days of competition at the World Championships the United States would continue to show that they were a dominate country in Track and Field, but there would be another country that would also show that they were a dominate force in the track and field world. Russia would win the medal count over the United States and Jamaica would come in third at the worlds. The United States would earn six gold, thirteen silver, and six bronze and Jamaica would earn six gold, two silver, and one bronze. In the final days of the meet we saw the finals for the women's and men's  200m dash, womens 100m hurdles and the final relays (4by 100 and 4by400). In the women's 200m dash we saw Olympic 200m gold medalist Allyson Felix and Olympian Jeneba Tarmoh and Nigeria's Blessing Okagbare and Olympic 100m gold medalist Shelly Ann Fraser-Pryce. During the 200m final there was a tragic event that happened, Olympic Gold medalist Allyson Felix pulled her hamstring coming off of the curve in the race and had to be carried and a assisted off of the track. The Olympic Gold medalist was very positive about the situation but once she began the race you could see something wasn't right about Felix. Shelly Ann Fraser- Pryce would go on to win the race in a dominating fashion with a time of 22.17. The second place finisher was determined by a thousandth of a second with Ivory Coast's Murielle Ahoure just getting by  Nigeria's Blessing Okagbare winning the bronze with a time of 22.319. On the men's side of things in the 200m final Olympic Gold medalist Usain Bolt of Jamaica would prevail winning. Bolt would win with a time of 19.79. America's own Curtis Mitchell would get the silver with a time of 20.04 and Jamaica's Nick Ashmeade would win the bronze with a time of 20.05. With Bolt winning the 200m at the World Championships he became the most decorated World Championships competitor ever. Along with the 200m the womens 100m hurdles final took place as well. There were a lot of veterans in the field with Olympic Gold medalist Australia's  Sally Pearsons and Olympic silver medalist Dawn Harper of the United States. The fastest time this year in the race had been put out by the NCAA champion Brianna Rollins and she was a competitor to look out for. Rollins had a shaky start coming out of the blocks but she would go on to dominate the race going on to become the youngest competitor(21) to win the gold in the womens 100m hurdles and she would also set a new American Record of 12.44.  Pearsons would win the silver with a time of 12.50, and Great Britian's Tiffany Porter would win the bronze with a time of 12.55, followed by American Dawn Harper and Queen Harrison winning fourth and fifth.

NBA off season Updates and News

These past few weeks in the NBA have been very quite, as most off seasons are, but a few teams are  still trying to make there last minute trades before the preseason begins in September. The Dallas Mavericks this past week were told by there new starting guard Monta Ellis that he doesn't want to have to "carry the team on his back", and would like another super star guard to assist with the duties. Ellis explained that this was one of the reasons why his 3 point shooting percentage progressively decreased with the Golden State warriors and  Milwaukee bucks. Later  in the week the Mavericks signed another guard that could help Ellis in the back court and with facilitating Jose Calderon. Calderon said Thursday "Maybe not going to be fancy passes for me, Just effective." We will see this coming  up season if Ellis's numbers will go up because of his new assistance that will be receieved  receiving. On Thursday we also saw some more trades that took place. The Boston Celtics on Thursday traded First round draft pick Fab Melo and cash to the Mempis Grizzlies Thursday for a non guaranteed contract for Donte Greene. Greene will be headed to the Grizzlies for a 1 million dollar contract. Melo was traded to the Grizzlies because of the Celtics being over the cap by $700,000. Melo was expected to make 1.3 million this year but because of the cap space he had to be traded. We will see this coming  up season if this will hurt the Celtics or not.

World Championships Moscow (Days 4,5, and 6)

Over the past few days in Russia we have seen a few stand out stars on the U.S  Track and Field team. On day four of the Championships, 800m specialist for the United States Nick Symmonds finished second over all in the Men's 800m final, with a time of 1:43 (Which hadn't been done since 1997) adding another silver medal to the U.S. medal count. The next race that the U.S dominated was the men's 400m. Last summer the U.S struggled to claim the gold medal in the men's 400m, but on Tuesday the U.S would bounce back, getting the gold and the silver at the world championships LaShawn Merrit would claim the Gold and Tony McQuay would claim the silver. These two men would run a world Championship record 43.74 and 44.40. Also on Tuesday we saw Olympic Gold medalist Jenn Suhr, show why she was the Olympic champion in the women's Pole Vault. Since the Olympics last summer Jenn Suhr has set a indoor world record at the indoor world championships, on Tuesday she proved her self again, winning the silver at the World Championships in Moscow Russia, adding another silver medal to the United States medal count. On Wednesday the United States added a few more medals to the medal count, with Jenny Simpson winning the silver medal behind Abebe Aregawi of Swedan in the women's 1500m run. Also on Wednesday we saw Michael Tinsley of the United States win the World Silver, behind Trinidad and Tobago's Jehue Gordon, adding another World Silver to the U.S. medal count. Another result that was determined Wednesday were the results of the women's 400m hurdle final. Dalilah Muhammad of the United States would win World silver, adding another medal to the U.S. medal count, behind Zuzana Hejnova of Czech Republic. On Thursday the opening heats of the women's 200m began. Shelly Ann Fraser Pryce of Jamaica won her opening heat in the women's 200m and following her heat Olympics 200m Gold medals American Allyson Felix would win her heat as well on Thursday, making the  semi final Friday ones to watch.

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2013 (DAYS 2 & 3)

In the Olympics last summer we saw the Jamaicans sweep the sprints and in day number two of the World Championships it was no different. Days two and three were very interesting, as the finals began for 100m dash for the men and women. Usain Bolt of Jamaica would go on to win, on the men's side of the 100m dash with a time of 9.77. Justin Gatlin of the United States would go on to get second with a time of 9.85. On the women's end of things the Jamaicans would once again dominate the sprints with two time Olympic champion Kelly An Fraser- Pryce winning with a time of 10.71, and Murielle Ahoure claimed second with a time of 10.93 and Carmelita Jeter of the United States with a time of 10.94. The United States also dominated in a few more events on Monday. In the Men's 110 meter hurdles, the United States showed that they were still a power house in the 110 hurdles. David Oliver had his troubles last year, not making the U.S. team that went to the Olympics last summer, but he would prove on Monday that he had put in a lot of work since last year. David Oliver would win the Gold in the 110 meter hurdles with a time of 13.00 seconds, Ryan Wilson of the United States would also claim the silver with a time of 13.13 and Sergery Shubenkov of Russia would get the bronze with a time of 13.24. On Sunday the United States Ashton Eaton would also dominated in the two day long men's Decathlon competition. Eaton broke a world record last summer with the most points ever scored in the Decathlon . Eaton would bring that same dominance to the World Championships this summer with adding another World title to his belt taking the Gold on Sunday. Michael Schrader of Germany  would claim the silver and Damian Warner of Canada would claim the bronze.

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS *track and field* (day 1)

The United States was represented well on Saturday on day one of the World Championships in Moscow, Russia. Notable stand out stars from the United States were Ashton Eaton, Francena McCorory, Natasha Hastings and Gunna Nixon. Stand out other stars were Usain Bolt and Jamaican team mate Kelly Ann Fraser-Pryce. Day one Men's 100m Olympic Champion and world record holder Usain Bolt put on a show, easily winning in the semi finals rounds of competition on saturday. On the United States side of things Natasha Hastings would represent the United States in a great way, getting second in her 400m semi final heat Saturday. Also representing the United States well in his competition was Decathlete Ashton Eaton. Ashton Eaton won the Olympic title last summer in the London games and he wanted to come back this year at the World Championships and do the exact same thing, proving he was still the best in the world. After a day of competition Eaton was in first place and had also broke a world record. Eaton had broke another world record Saturday, running the men's decathlon 400m. Eaton ran an astonishing time of 46.02 which has never been ran before at a world championships. We will see in day two if he can stay on top, and win the Gold in the Men's decathlon.

World Championships 2013 Track and Field

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NBA OFF SEASON UPDATES

This past off season has been a interesting one in the NBA,  from the trades to the free agency. This past week has been a roll coaster as well for a few teams in the NBA. Even though it is the offseaon, some players still find themselves getting season suspensions. Portland Trail Blazers guard Terrel Harris was suspended Monday after repeated failed drug test, and violating the leagues policy. Harris will be suspended 5 games for his actions. The game suspensions will take place at the beginning of the regular season. Also there are a few free agency updates. Point guard Mo William signed a two year deal with the Portland Trail Blazer Thursday. Mo's deal is worth approximately $5.6 million and includes the players option in year two. The trail blazers have had there share of point guard problems in the past few years, but now we will see what Williams can bring to this young Poland team.

nfl training camp final days

The beginning of the 2013-2014  preseason began Sunday, with the NFL HALL OF FAME GAME, but training camps for all teams resumed Monday. All teams were getting prepartions ready for the preseason, that would begin on Thursday. Some questions that we have had over the starting quarter backs for this pre season have been answered, starting with Jacksonville Jaguars. Jaguars have had there questions at starting quarter back since last season, and with drafting a quarterback this past season, it raised even more questions, "Are the jaguars getting rid of Blaine Gabbert"? That question was answered Thursday at Jaguars practice. "I think that he's really shown a lot of poise," Jaguars coach expressed to reporters Thursday. "I think he handles situations that have been presented to him in practice. They both have done some really good things, both have made some really good progress. No, and I hope they would both answer it the same way. We just felt like with Blaine, with what he's done the last couple of days in practice and how he's responded, we decided to give him the nod." So there isn't a clear decision as to who Coach Bradley will have out on the field in week 1 of the regular season. Another team that the decision hasn't been made on the starting quarterback is for the Philadelphia Eagles. Eagles Head coach Chip Kelly announced Thursday that Michael Vick will be the starter for the Eagles in there first preseason game against the New England Patriots Friday night. Kelly feels that Vick should be the first quarter back in the rotation. After Vick was told he was the starting quarterback he immediately didn't agree with the decision ."I can't read into it ." We will see Sunday what the quarter back will produce out on the field, and if he still will hold the starting quarterback position in Philadelphia. The preseason for all teams begins Thursday(08/08/13) , with games Thursday through Sunday so tune in !

NFL UPDATES (Training camp, injuries, Pre-season etc.)

Sunday night officially marked the beginning of 2013-2014  NFL football season, with the Hall of Fame Game Sunday night. Every team knew that this week was the week that every team would be able to show there talents and weaknesses to the world. The Top injury report updates for Monday , would be from the Green Bay Packers Facilities. Last season we heard a lot about the Green Bay Packers and the high expectations that were put on them because of there previous success in the past few years, but Monday we would find out the offensive tackle Bryan Bulga would tare his ACL during training camp Saturday. Its very unclear as to how the offensive line man got injured Saturday but now there are a lot of big questions in Milwaukee right now because of the injury. There have been a lot of names that have been thrown around for the position, but multiple sources speculate that it will be Newhouse. Newhouse took over veteran Chad Cliftons spot during the 2011 season. We should know later on this week who would be taking the left offensive tackle's position. Also in Green Bay there is big news surrounding quarter back Vince Young's return to the league. Sources say that Green Bay Packers staff and personal were surprised and impressed with the quarter back ability after practices Monday. Also Monday the quarter back signed a one year deal with the packers, even though the contract isn't guaranteed. Young isn't on the team yet, he will have to compete for the back up quarter back job later on in the week against 2012-2013 packers back up Graham Harrell. We should see in the coming days if he is on the team or not. Also on Monday we learned about the hand surgery of Patrick Willis and what this will mean for the 49ers 6 time pro bowler. Willis had surgery Monday to repair a fractured right hand. Willis reportedly fractured the hand while working against full back Bruce Miller. The 49ers expect him to be back no later than the September 8th game which means he will miss weeks 1 and 2 of the regular season.

NFL HALL OF FAME GAME

Sunday night we witness the annual Hall of Fame game played between the MIAMI DOLPHINS and DALLAS COWBOYS. Both teams came into this game with uncertainties on the season and on and off of the field. First quarter the cowboys would be lead by Phillip Tanner getting a one yard gain to get in the en zone and score the first points of the game for the cowboys, and Dan Bailey would get the extra point for the cowboys, putting them ahead at the end of the first quarter 7-0. Second quarter the cowboys would continue there dominance with another drive that would end in a field goal by Dan Bailey. The following drive for the dolphins would result in a interception, that would lead to a  touch down by Devonte Holloman getting a 75 yard return, and Dan Bailey making the extra point. The next drive by the dolphins would be successful and by the end of the second quarter the dolphins would only be down by 14. In the third quarter both teams would not have a success ful drive. Fourth quarter the Miami Dolphins Keenan Davis would receive a big time pass from Pat Devlin to give them a touch down and the extra point would be good, putting them only behind by 7. Later on in the quarter, the drive for the dolphins,they would come up big again with Dan Carpenter getting a must need 45 yard field goal, putting the dolphins down by 4. The Following drive, the cowboys would take control and would get another touch down by Kendial Lawrence and the extra point would be good. By the final drive of the game, the cowboys would be up 24-17, but the Miami dolphins still believed they had a chance to win the game. The next drive for the dolphins Kyle Miller would catch a 5 yard pass from Matt Moore with only 26 seconds to go in the game and Dan Carpenters kick would be good. The dolphins tried to make a much needed comeback in the fourth , but it was to little to late, and the cowboys would go on to win the first NFL Pre season Game of the 2013-2014 season 24-20.

NFL HALL OF FAME 2013

Tonight, will be a night to remember in the NFL, as seven new members (class of 2013) were inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame has over 120 members, and tonight, marked the 50th ceremony for the induction. Among the inductees were Cris Carter, Warren Sapp, Jonathan Ogden, Dave Robinson, Larry Allen, Bill Parcells, and Curley Culp. Carter was especially excited about tonight because he had been waiting so long for the moment to be inducted into the hall of fame. Carter needed six tries to make the Hall of Fame even though when he retired he was the number two career receiver behind Jerry Rice. "I appreciate the process you have to go through to get to be a hall of famer," Carter expressed Saturday.  Parcells also expressed his excitement for being inducted into the Hall of fame. "There's a kinship created that lasts for the rest of your life." Parcells spoke about Saturday. Parcells was one of the most successful coaches of all time so he was truly a gift to the League winning numerous coach of the year awards (1986 and 1994) and the Hall of Fame. Also Among the stand outs tonight was Defensive tackle Warren Sapp. Warren Sapp became only the second Tampa Bay Buccaneer to be inducted into the Hall of fame, and he was accompanied tonight by his 15 year old daughter Mercedes. Sapp expressed during his Hall of Fame speech, that the rode to the top wasn't all that easy , "That Dirt road was something rough, We sure turned it into something special." This Hall of Fame induction will be one to remember.

NFL TRAINING CAMP DAY 9

Saturday,  was a very hard day for a lot of the teams in the NFL. Injury struck numerous teams on Saturday at day number 9 of training camp. The Buffalo Bills were having there share of hurt, when Kevin Kolb went down at training camp on Saturday. Kolb this season at training camp was competing with rookie quarterback EJ Manuel Saturday for the starting quarterback job for the Buffalo Bills, when he injured his left knee. Reportedly Kolb landed wrong when he slipped and stumbled awkwardly while changing fields between practice drills. Coach Marrone told reporters Saturday he doesn't think that the injury will be detrimental to the team, but he will keep a close eye on the situation. Also on Saturday Coach Marrone gave a update on starting Bills receiver Stevie Johnson, saying the receiver should be able to go, in week two of the preseason, because of a pulled hamstring. Also on Saturday we learned of the struggles that are still lingering with the New York Jets this season. The jets have had there share of problems in the past two years, from Mark Sanchez not living up to his full potential and the offensive line being blamed for the teams struggles offensively  this past season. On Saturday the Jets had there annual Green and White scrimmage, and things didn't go as planned. Mark Sanchez through a interception pass to Jets cornerback Antonio Cromartie, after the pass was intercepted, there was a huge "booo" in the crowd, and Antonio gave his thoughts on the crowds reaction saturday after the game. "I think that's bull crap." Sanchez was 6 for 11 with 93 yards on the scrimmage on saturday. Smith completed 9 of 16 passes for 77 yards. Rex Ryan was very impressed with the rookies performance, and had some words about the rookie quarter back saturday after the scrimmage "he was absolutely tremendous", Ryan said. When asked about Sanchez performance Ryan told reporters "Some good moments and some bad moments." This should make for a very exciting season for all teams, as the beginning of the preseason begins sunday night with the Dallas Cowboys vs the Miami Dolphins.

NFL TRAINING CAMP DAY 8

As we get closer to Sunday, and the end of training camp we are getting to see certain teams true colors to say the least. This past week has been a week of injuries for various teams. New York Giants Justin Pugh , rookie right tackle was diagnosed with a concussion Friday after a very  detrimental hit on Thursday. The Giants Right Tackle complained of head aches following Thursdays practice and was diagnosed with a concussion on Friday afternoon. Tom Coughlin explained to reporters the progress of Pugh concussion Friday. "He's going through all of the (concussion) protol, So he'll be out until he passes all that protocol." The New York Giants also expressed on Friday there worries about cornerback Corey Webster. Webster didn't practice Friday, because of groin strain. Tom Coughlin explained to reporters his thoughts on the injury and progress,"(Corey and the medical staff) are going to do what they have to do to turn that into something difficult." The giants are also dilling with some non serve injuries on there roster. The team is hopeing these injuries will be taken care of before, the first regular season game. Along with injuries this past week there have been various suspensions, starting with Baltimore Ravens starting corner back Asa Jackson. Jackson violated the leagues policy on performance- enhancing substances. Jackson will miss the first 8 games of the Ravens Regular season, because of the violation, and will also have no pay. John Harbaugh, Ravens Head Coach expressed his thoughts on the suspension Friday. "My reaction to that is that you've got to follow the rules, If you don't follow the rules you get suspended. That's a fair rule, there's no place for that, and he's getting what he deserves," Harbough said after practice Friday. We also have a update on the status of Tony Romo for the Hall of Fame Game and the Kick off  to the NFL pre season. Tony Romo explained to reporters Friday, that it might not be in the best interest for the team to let him play this weekend in the pre season opener. "I don't think they're talking about some of us going to play on Sunday, It's whatever Coach tells you. They know what's best for our football team." Romo told reporters at the end of Friday's practice.

NFL TRAINING CAMP DAYS 6 and 7

This past week has been very adventurous to say the least at NFL teams training camps. From the large crowds lining up around 4 and 5 am to the players giving a outstanding performance for the fans, over all this has been one of the most memorable training camps in NFL history. The past few days haven't been all joys for every team.  The Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams was examined tuesday on a left foot injury. Williams reportedly returned back to practice Wednesday, with no injuries, but he still had soreness in the foot he told reporters wednesday "I can't discuss anything regarding being sore or bruises, aches, or anything like that. " We will see in the coming weeks as we get closer to the season opener,  if this is a serious detrimental injury or not. Also on Thursday we heard of the long road Percy Harvin of the Seattle Seahawks will face as he makes a long recovery, from his hip surgery Thursday. Coach Carroll told reporters Thursday, that the surgery went as planned and that the team doesn't have a exact time as to when Harvin will return. The 49 ers also had bad news Thursday after they heard, that there starting corner back Chris Culliver will be out for the rest of the season, because of a torn ACL. The San Francisco cornerback was carted off the field Thursday, after 45 minutes of practicing because of a hit to his left knee. This past season the corner back had 47 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 1 forced fumble. After practice Thursday 49 ers head coach Jim Harbaugh expressed to reporters that now this is someone elses opportunity to step up and show what they can bring to the team. "What it means right now is there are some guys getting an opportunity to show what they can do, which is a positive there. "