La Bomba

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/29/grizzlies-exercise-options-gay-mayo-and-arthur/

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/29/iverson-practices-memphis-grizzlies-will-sit-out-f/

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/28/grizzlies-fall-pistons-season-opener-96-74/

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/28/spirits-willing-but/

Johnny Flynn is just an amazing player. I didn't see the full game, just glimpses because the Grizzlies game was on, but Flynn's way of penetrating is amazing, despite his size and lack of upper body strength.

Celtics are looking really scary. They have so much balance and depth in almost every position other than back up point. I've preached for the last two years that Rajon Rondo is a product of the big three, but I have been wrong. Does so much on the floor and despite him being a bad shooter, he gets his points and shoots a good percentage.

Wow, Gallinari takes 14 shots and 13 of them were three pointers. He went on to make 7 three pointers. D'Antoni was saying this guy was the best shooter he's ever seen. Pretty impressive performance.

This is seriously one of the most poorly refereed games I have seen in a while. Offense was horrible. Marc Gasol was basically the only bright spot of this game.

If age wasn't a factor, yes. Randolph only has 2 years left in his contract as well. Bynum really hasn't proved he is worth over 10 million a year. He has shown potential and talent, but has also shown a lot of inconsistency and hasn't proved he can play a full season as a starter.

The refs have been absolutely atrocious. Doesn't matter how much contact the Grizzlies get in the paint, they never get a call. I'm not saying we would be winning, but it would be much closer.

Howard or a healthy Yao Ming.

Bring Juande back.

This is a Goddamn disgrace. Just embarrassing. Ship Pelligrini's [expletive] out already. 4-0 to a D4 team.

GAME OF THE WEEK Celtics @ Cavaliers (TNT)- FINISHED Points - 20 Winner: Cavs Leading Scorer, Celtics: Paul Pierce Leading Scorer, Cavaliers: LeBron James Leading Rebounder: Kevin Garnett Leading Passer: Clippers @ Lakers (TNT)- FINISHED Points - 5 Winner: Lakers Leading Rebounder: Marcus Camby Wednesday, October 28th Hornets @ Spurs (ESPN)- FINISHED Points - 10 Winner: Spurs Leading Scorer: Chris Paul Jazz @ Nuggets (ESPN)- FINISHED Points - 10 Winner: Nuggets Leading Rebounder: Carlos Boozer Thursday, October 29th Spurs @ Bulls (TNT)- FINISHED Points - 5 Winner: Spurs Leading Passer: Derrick Rose Nuggets @ Blazers (TNT)- FINISHED Points - 5 Winner: Blazers Winner's FG% (within 3%): 45% Friday, October 30th Bulls @ Celtics (ESPN)- FINISHED Points - 5 Winner: Celtics Leading Scorer: Rajon Rondo Mavericks @ Lakers (ESPN)- FINISHED Points - 5 Winner: Lakers Player with most threes made: Jason Terry

I got on Facebook today for the first time in like two years.

1. A. Johnson 2. Fitz 3. C. Johnson 4. Moss 5. Wayne Honorable mention: Marques Colston

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/26/grizzlies-talks-kareem-abdul-jabar-about-joining-s/

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/26/z-bo-on-their-side/

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/25/the-grizzlies-new-math-inside/

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/25/the-2009---2010-team-from-a-to-z/

http://www.commercialappeal.com/news/2009/oct/25/rookie-carroll-wins-training-camp-award/

I was supposed to go see it tonight, but I'll probably go see it tomorrow afternoon.

Once a week or so when I go to Taco Bell or something cheap on Saturday when I get these random hunger rushes in the middle of the night.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/277486-josh-pastner-bringing-change-in-his-first-year-in-memphis/page/2 If anyone could click the link a few times that would be great. I'm very rusty. This is probably one of the worst articles I've written in a while.

The word “change” seems to be the word of the year so far. President Barack Obama used it during his run for the White House and it was even heard for the election for mayor in Memphis. However, politics are not the only thing seeing change in Memphis. The Memphis Tigers will launch a new year with a new coaches and new players across the board, but that has not stopped the Memphis faithful from continuing to support their team. In Memphis Midnight Madness, 18,000 loyal fans packed into the FedEx Forum to see the introduction of the new look Tigers. At one point, the gates had to be closed due to a full house. Not bad for a fan base that was supposed to disappear once the tough times came. New Memphis coach, Josh Pastner, was hired based on potential and possibly because he was the last option out there for a head coach. He certainly has not disappointed from a recruiting standpoint. From the day he was hired to today, Pastner locked up Will Coleman, Latavious Williams (who later decided to play in China due to academics), and brought in Will Barton, Antonio Barton, Joe Jackson, and Chris Crawford for the 2010-2011 season, giving Memphis the No. 2 recruiting class in the country behind Ohio State according to Rivals.com. The players have also noticed changes in coaching philosophies and coaching tactics. Calipari was known for his antics during the games and having no problem with "cursing" to get his point across. Pastner is seen as a calmer and quieter guy who likes to pull players out and correct them instead of giving them that tough love that Calipari liked. Although Pastner is not seen as a "tough" coach on the court, senior guard, Doneal Mack, has already pointed out that Pastner deals with off court issues more strictly. Personalities are not the only thing seeing change in the Memphis program. For the first time many Memphis fans can remember, this year’s team will actually focus on shooting the three ball. The Dribble-Drive system under Calipari focused on penetration to the lane and points in the paint by the guards. Memphis was ranked 217 last season shooting the three ball. This year’s team has a lot of firepower along the wings and most of those players are not shy to take the outside jumper. Robert Sallie was near the end of the bench for much of last season for his subpar defense, but when he was given time, he shot lights out and proved to be the Tigers most consistent shooter. Doneal Mack is hard to read. He can look like one of the best shooters in the country when he gets hot, but when he is cold, it is best for opposing defenses to just leave him wide open. Willie Kemp took the role of a shooter during his sophomore season when Derrick Rose stole his starting job. Kemp has always been a good shooter, but has not been given any confidence since his freshmen year. He will now be relied on heavily as he is the favorite to be the starter at point guard as the start of the season nears. The team’s dark horse this year could be freshman walk-on, Drew Barham. The original Southern Illinois signee was one of the best shooters in the city last season and has really been impressing coaches thus far with this hard work and shooting stroke. It is rumored he can be part of the eight man rotation, which is rare for a freshman walk-on. With this said, this may be the most difficult season since the first three years of Calipari. The team lacks depth, lacks rebounders, and is very young. As of now, fans should not expect another 30 win season or even another C-USA crown. Josh Pastner has brought excitment to a fan base that was supposed to be dead after John Calipari left for the bluer grass of Kentucky. Pastner is yet to show if he can coach, but his impressive recruiting class and the enthusiasm he has brought to the city have really made Tiger fans see a “change to believe in.”