I opened the mailbox and in among the bills was a letter from The White House. My first thought was what had I done? Knowing I hadn't done anything to warrant a reprimand from the president I proceeded to open the letter.
Dear Brian,
Thank you for sending me your book, I really appreciate it. Your message is one that I hope parents, teachers, preachers and everyone in the community will share with our young people.
For your kindness I would to invite you and a couple of your closest friends to the White House to play ball with me.
yada, yada, yada,
Sincerely,
President Barack Obama
My thoughts immediately were who would I take? Could they clear security? My brother was in for sure, but who else.
That is all I remember the rest is only a blur. But somehow me and my guests ended up at the White House. After clearing security we were taken to change and meet the president for a pick up game. Following security, I could hear the sound of the ball pounding the court. As we walked in I saw President Obama shooting a jumper. It went in and he came over to meet our group.
After introductions it was time to hoop. We chose teams and started to play. The game was going well and I was shooting like Ray Allen. Game point and my team had the ball. I ran from one side to the other, through a screen and got the pass and let it go. As it left my hand I yelled "Good" knowing it was headed for the bottom of the net. Sure enough it went it and then I woke up.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Eastern Conference Final Preview?
Boston Celtics vs. Cleveland Cavaliers a great beginning to what will hopefully be a very good season.
It is going to take some time to get used to Rasheed Wallace and Shaquille O'Neal playing for their new teams. These two teams are loaded with talent and tonight's game could be a preview of what is to come.
Boston looks great with strong play both inside and outside. They are going to be very hard to beat this season if they remain healthy. Rasheed coming off the bench allows Boston to stretch the defense, which makes it impossible to double team the post with the player guarding him. He will be the key component to making another run at the championship.
Meanwhile LeBron is blocking shots like he is swatting mosquitoes. His defensive intensity has to be matched by the rest of his team to make a return to the finals. If the Cavs can pick up its defense, they have an opportunity to be very special this season, but that depends on how quickly they come together.
If I had to choose right now who will be in the 2010 NBA Finals I have to pick Boston. I feel they could possibly get 70 wins this season and still be very fresh enough to take down the Lakers in 6 games. For Boston it is 1 win down 69 more to go.
I love this game.
It is going to take some time to get used to Rasheed Wallace and Shaquille O'Neal playing for their new teams. These two teams are loaded with talent and tonight's game could be a preview of what is to come.
Boston looks great with strong play both inside and outside. They are going to be very hard to beat this season if they remain healthy. Rasheed coming off the bench allows Boston to stretch the defense, which makes it impossible to double team the post with the player guarding him. He will be the key component to making another run at the championship.
Meanwhile LeBron is blocking shots like he is swatting mosquitoes. His defensive intensity has to be matched by the rest of his team to make a return to the finals. If the Cavs can pick up its defense, they have an opportunity to be very special this season, but that depends on how quickly they come together.
If I had to choose right now who will be in the 2010 NBA Finals I have to pick Boston. I feel they could possibly get 70 wins this season and still be very fresh enough to take down the Lakers in 6 games. For Boston it is 1 win down 69 more to go.
I love this game.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Detroit Shock
On October 21, 2009 the news that the Detroit Shock will be sold and moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma was disappointing. The Detroit Shock contributed half of the trophies at Six Championship Drive, it is too bad there will not be more. The ladies were great on the floor, and equally impressive as they interacted with fans outside seeking autographs. It was also great to see and meet them out in the community to provide awareness and assistance as well.
For the past couple years my daughters, my nephew and the kids of both family & friends have had the opportunity to work at a Shock game.
It was a great experience for them to work with staff of the Palace of Auburn Hills in areas such as photography, guest services, and many others. They really enjoyed the time they spent working in and around the Palace. That is will definitely be missed.
From my family to the members of the Shock, thank you for all you did to make summer in Michigan even better. Thank you for the hard work, dedication, and the championships, The Detroit Shock will be missed.
For the past couple years my daughters, my nephew and the kids of both family & friends have had the opportunity to work at a Shock game.
It was a great experience for them to work with staff of the Palace of Auburn Hills in areas such as photography, guest services, and many others. They really enjoyed the time they spent working in and around the Palace. That is will definitely be missed.
From my family to the members of the Shock, thank you for all you did to make summer in Michigan even better. Thank you for the hard work, dedication, and the championships, The Detroit Shock will be missed.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Darko Milicic
Darko I assume it was tough playing for Larry Brown and that your time in Detroit was a bit uncomfortable. But you should be thankful that Joe Dumars picked you when he did. If Joe did not pick you at number 2 where do you think you would have been picked?
If fans here would have had their way, your name would not have been called at that spot. Don’t get me wrong, your skills at 7’0” are intriguing but, the pick would have been Dwayne Wade based on what he had done in college.
So while you say your time in Detroit was the worst, just be thankful that you were the #2 pick in the draft and it came with #2 money. Joe Dumars gave you an opportunity and it just didn’t work out.
Right now the best thing for you to do is continue to improve and show the world you were indeed worth the #2 pick in the draft that year. If not, your name will forever be mentioned as a misstep by one of the best NBA Executives.
Darko I assume it was tough playing for Larry Brown and that your time in Detroit was a bit uncomfortable. But you should be thankful that Joe Dumars picked you when he did. If Joe did not pick you at number 2 where do you think you would have been picked?
If fans here would have had their way, your name would not have been called at that spot. Don’t get me wrong, your skills at 7’0” are intriguing but, the pick would have been Dwayne Wade based on what he had done in college.
So while you say your time in Detroit was the worst, just be thankful that you were the #2 pick in the draft and it came with #2 money. Joe Dumars gave you an opportunity and it just didn’t work out.
Right now the best thing for you to do is continue to improve and show the world you were indeed worth the #2 pick in the draft that year. If not, your name will forever be mentioned as a misstep by one of the best NBA Executives.
Letter to AI
Allen from the standpoint of the fans of the Detroit Pistons the trade was flawed from the beginning, not because of you, because Chauncey was involved. To many of us knew the straw that stirred the drink was Mr. Big Shot. He was not the only person responsible for the Pistons success over the years, but he played a very prominent role in it.
If you had a no trade clause in your contract you should exercised it as soon as you heard Chauncey was to be traded for you. The two of you together would have made a very formidable backcourt, and provided nightmares for other teams. But without Chauncey the trade was doomed from the start.
Allen from the standpoint of the fans of the Detroit Pistons the trade was flawed from the beginning, not because of you, because Chauncey was involved. To many of us knew the straw that stirred the drink was Mr. Big Shot. He was not the only person responsible for the Pistons success over the years, but he played a very prominent role in it.
If you had a no trade clause in your contract you should exercised it as soon as you heard Chauncey was to be traded for you. The two of you together would have made a very formidable backcourt, and provided nightmares for other teams. But without Chauncey the trade was doomed from the start.
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