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Exclusive: Ralph Nader on Politics, Tim Donaghy, and Sports in America

December 10th, 2009
Ralph Nader is a former presidential candidate and one of the most prominent politicians of his generation, but no one would know it. While he is cool, calm, collected, and always sharply dressed, Nader is essentially what all politicians are not—aware, concerned, and for the people. What people may not know ...

Knicks Win the First-Ever Toilet Bowl in NJ

November 21st, 2009
1:00 PM ET, November 21, 2009 IZOD Center East Rutherford, NJ Who says the NBA can't have bowl games? Today at the New Jersey Nets' own arena, the franchise reached an incredible milestone. This accomplishment has gone beyond mediocrity and the depths of NBA lottery hell. Today, the Nets faced their Atlantic division ...

Atlanta Hawks Making the NBA Take Notice

November 19th, 2009
When experts were asked who would be contending for an NBA Championship in 2009-10, I believe they mentioned the following teams: Cleveland Cavaliers, San Antonio Spurs, Boston Celtics, Los Angeles Lakers, and Orlando Magic. I don't think any of them expected much from the Atlanta Hawks, who are now 10-2—tied with ...

Shooting Burritos?! R.I.P. 2009-10 Nets

November 18th, 2009
Many of you might be wondering why I didn't post a recap of the Nets losing 91-83 to the Indiana Pacers last night. After all, 0-11 is a horrendous record and their worst start in franchise history. Well, there are a few reasons: After watching the game live and ...

Allen Iverson: Me First, Team Later

November 17th, 2009
Just when you thought the "me first" culture in New York Knicks basketball was changing, post-Isiah Thomas era, THINK AGAIN! Knicks president Donnie Walsh claims his team will at least look into signing the recently-waived guard Allen Iverson. Yes, A.I.'s tenure with the Memphis Grizzlies is done already. Go ...

For Knicks and Nets, Hope is a Year Away

November 12th, 2009
Oh...My...Gosh. The New York Knicks are 1-8—off to their worst start since the 2002-2003 season (the start of Isiah's Years of Hell). And the New Jersey Nets are 0-8—off to their worst start in franchise history. What the hell is wrong with New York area teams?! At least the Giants have hope, despite ...