DOCKS OF THE DECADE by ViK C., Rahul P., & Suman V.

With the 2000's closing down we still don't have a definitive cliche, or generic blank statement to put over this decade. By that I mean you can't call this the disco, Vietnam, prohibition, hippie, grunge, counterculture, 80's baby or generation X era. We have no idea how to label this decade. And maybe that says it all. We do know it was a decade of instant gratification and instant results. Attention spans have dwindled down to nothing. Patience is no longer a virtue. It doesn't matter how things really are, only how they appear to be. It doesn't matter what the truth of any subject is, only how it it initially perceived. Didn't catch your favorite show today? Don't worry, if you didn't DVR it you can find an illegal broadcast on some website. Haven't talked to someone in a while? Don't worry just stalk them on facebook until you find some contact info. Then you can email, call, gchat, bbm, text, or direct message them. Didn't have time to read that book for school? Then just find the notes for it online. Lil Wayne perfectly summarizes this decade and era with his music. What the heck is he talking about? Do any of his songs have a point? I don't even understand him half the time. But he's probably the most popular artist of this decade, and we all LOVE his music. What do we call this era? Who cares!! I have an online Madden game set up with my friend in an hour, and I want to run to Starbucks real quick to get a $4.50 grande non-fat no-whip mocha. Let's get on with the show...

So here's a quick, pointless, trivial, and superficial look at this pointless, trivial, superficial decade:

Sports...

Best Athlete:
Winner - Tiger Woods: From a strictly athletic standpoint we believe he was unrivaled this decade. Whereas Roger Federer also dominated his sport this decade, most believe he did it in an era of below average talent. On the other hand, golf is as popular worldwide as its ever been. Simply put, more young people are going into golf than tennis. Yet, only one man was able to dominate the sport.

Also Nominated - Roger Federer, Michael Phelps

Biggest Bust:

Winner - Darko Milicic: It's odd that the Pistons were probably aided in winning a championship because they picked this bust. Would they have gotten Rasheed Wallace late in their championship season had Darko panned out? Probably not. And Rasheed is who put them over the edge. This is the decade's biggest bust because of who the Pistons could have had (Carmelo, D-wade, Bosh...)

Also Nominated - Jamarcus Russell, Kwame Brown

Best White-American Basketball Player (def gotta be 100% white):

Winner - Brad Miller: One of the blackest white guys out there. Go Figure. Two-time All-Star and he even scooped a Bronze Medal in the 2006 World Chips.

Best NBA Player of the Decade:
Winner - 1A. Tim Duncan 1B. Kobe Bryant

All NBA 1st Team:

PG/SG: Kobe Bryant, Steve Nash
F/C: KG, Tim Duncan, Shaq

2nd team:

PG/SG: AI, DWade
F/C: Lebron, PP, Dirk

Best NFL Player of the Decade:
Winner - 1A. Peyton Manning 1B. Tom Brady

Also Nominated: LT

Best MLB Player of the Decade:
Winner - Albert Pujols (clean, we hope)

Also Nominated - ARod, Bonds, Jeter, Ichiro

Best Video Game Athlete:

Winner - Michael Vick: From about 2003 until he went to jail was there anything more controversial when playing Madden with your friends than picking Vick and the Falcons? It was almost unfair. If you won you friend would automatically use the "but you had Vick" argument. 3rd and 3 and run with Vick around the end or up the middle..best play ever.

Also Nominated - Tracy McGrady in Live and in 2K

Best Fantasy Athlete:

Winner - Ladainian Tomlinson: There was a 5-6 year stretch where LDT was the clear #1 or #2 pick in any fantasy draft. And it'd be guaranteed >1,000 yards and >15 tds. Just a sick player, and it got to the point where if you drafted him you were guaranteed of at least making the playoffs.

Also Nominated - Peyton Manning

Best Athlete Blogger:
Winner - Gilbert Arenas: Was really the first famous athlete to give his audience full access to his real thoughts. He admitted what he thought about other players. He talked about what he did in his spare time. And it was funny. But then he got injured, probably got frustrated and took some flac for talking so openly...and his blog just disappeared.

Also Nominated - Rod Benson

Best Franchise - All Sports

Winner - New England Patriots: 3 Super Bowl and nearly a 4th. The best QB (or maybe 2nd best...tbd) of the decade. Also the best coach, GM, and regular season of the decade. If they completed a 19-0 2007 season this wouldn't even be an argument. But of course Spygate looms over this entire decade, and who knows if more information will come out in the future.

Also Nominated - Los Angeles Lakers

Worst Franchise - All Sports:

Winner - Detroit Lions: 0-16. 0 playoff appearances. Matt Millen. 33-110 for the decade. Joey Harrington. Charles Rogers. I think we'll leave it at that.

Also Nominated - Pittsburgh Pirates, Kansas City Royals, NY Knicks

Best City for Basketball, Football and Baseball (one particular year):

Winner - Boston (2007): The Celtics won the 2007/2008 title, the Patriots completed a perfect regular season, and went 18-0 before getting upset in the Super Bowl, and the Red Sox captured their 2nd World Series of the decade. Not to mention, local hero Matt Ryan of Boston College nearly won the Heisman.

Most Awkward Athlete Beef:
Winner - Kobe v. Shaq: Three Chips. Two of the top-15 players ever. Hollywood. Sexual assault cases. Dudes supposedly getting ratted out for cheating on their wives. "Kobe tell me how my ass tastes." One chip each after the separation. Wow.

Rowdiest Fight:
Winner - The Artest/Pistons Melee - It was agreed upon by all that Ron Artest is borderline insane. Our boy S-Jax's performance continues to be the most underrated aspect of the entire escapade. The lasting image: Captain Jack -shirtless and waving his arms- being escorted out by an injured legend, Reggie Miller, as they were being drenched by all sorts of liquids. Outstanding.

Most Bizarre Scandal:
Winner - The Tiger Woods sex scandal - Here's the thing. It's one thing if Cheetah was just banging these girls. But this man is exchanging texts and telling these tricks, "Ahhhh, I miss you. I love you." Wow. No need to expand on this. You guys have read it all.

Also Nominated - Kobe Rape Trial, Steve McNair Muder

Hottest Female Athlete:

Winner - Anna Kournikova - Three times on People's 50 Most Beautiful. Named hottest at different times by Maxim and FHM. Phenomenal ass. Great body. Nice legs. Pretty face. Off the heez.

Also Nominated - Allison Stokke, Maria Sharapova

Craziest Press Conference Melt-Down:

Winner - Allen Iverson ("Practice"), Dennis Green ("They are who we thought they were"), Jim Mora ("Playofffs?"), Mike Gundy ("I'm a Man! I'm 40!"), Herm Edwards ("Yooou plaaaay to wiiin the game!") - Everybody is a winner here. Just watch these classics...

Best Game/Series:
Winner - 2008 Super Bowl - Giants/Patriots - David Tyree's catch will probably go down as the greatest play of all-time. Couple that with a 16-0 Patriots team, who had just destroyed the entire nation. This is one of those Super Bowls that we will never forget. Plus, it could possibly have marked the death of Belichick's Evil Dynasty. We shall see.

Also Nominated - 2002 Fiesta Bowl (OSU/Miami), 2005 Chip Game (Texas/USC), 2004 ALCS (Yanks/Sox), 2002 Western Conference Finals (Lakers/Kings)

Pop Culture...

Best Movie:
Winner - Gladiator: "My name is Maximus Decimus Meridius, commander of the Armies of the North, General of the Felix Legions, loyal servant to the true emperor, Marcus Aurelius. Father to a murdered son, husband to a murdered wife. And I will have my vengeance, in this life or the next." That sends shivers through your spine doesn't it?

Also Nominated - LOTR Trilogy, Avatar, Dark Knight

Worst Blockbuster Movie:
Winner - Alexander: Remains the only movie of my life I walked out of. On paper it had everything: Oliver Stone directing, Angelina Jolie as the main actress and Colin Farrell in dyed blond hair plus lost of fighting and action. But somewhere along the line it turned into a complete mess of a story that revolved too much (and too awkwardly) around the whole "Alexander was gay" angle. Terrible all around.

Best Movie Sex Scene:
Winner - Monster's Ball: Halle Berry having some serious "mourning sex" with Billy Bob. Plus she was pretty much at her prime. I won't get too graphic. There are kids reading this.

Also Nominated - Taking Lives (Jolie/Hawke), History of Violence, Wedding Crashers opening

Best Show on Premium Cable:

Winner - The Wire: If you ask most people they'll say The Sopranos or Weeds was better. But there wasn't a show with the complexity, depth, and character-driven-action as The Wire in this decade, and probably any other. You can list over 10 characters you really felt for and understood in this show. The acting was superb. The plots were intricate and intelligent. And the show was unmatched. In a way, it completely is the antithesis of this decade. You couldn't watch just one show and understand. You had to watch all 5 seasons. There was no instant gratification. It was a complex story, and I hope they don't ever desecrate it by turning it into a movie.

Also Nominated - The Sopranos, Entourage

Best Show on TV:

Winner - Friday Night Lights: Without a doubt the best show on television that nobody watches. Always in danger of getting knocked off the air, despite the Emmys and phenomenal plot lines. FNL has everything. Hot girls, Football, Strippers, Beer, "Texas Forever." But above all, Coach Taylor's lessons on life, love, and manhood are so moving it has you sobbing like a little girl every episode. "Clear Eyes. Full Hearts. Can't Lose!"

Best Rapper:
Winner - Jay-Z: BP1, 2, and 3...American Gangster, Kingdom Come, the album with Linkin Park, and The Black Album. If you are talking about sheer chart-topping volume, he didn't have an equal. But his last 4 or 5 albums have just been blockbuster after blockbuster aimed at all his critics. I really can't think of anyone that would be his equal, because nobody has had the longevity.

Best Rap Song:
Winner - 50 Cent - In da Club: Anybody of age remembers this jam as the club anthem back in the Winter of '03. Damn. I'd give anything to grind with a bad hunny to this one right now.

Best Non Rap Song:
Winner - Usher - Yeah: One word comes to mind when you think about being at the club when this jam came on, GRINDING.

Best Rap Album:
Winner - Kanye - Late Registration: Great album with classics like "Gone," "Touch the Sky," "Diamonds from Sierra Leone," and so on. His flow and lyrics are phenomenal on this one. "With the girls a lot of flirtin' involved/fuck all that flirtin' man I'm tryna get in some drawers/so put me on with these hoes homey/he told me, "Don't rush to get grown, Drive Slow Homey."

Also Nominated - Eminem - The Marshall Mathers LP

Best Diss:
Winner - Ether (Nas): When Jay-Z seemingly came out of nowhere with his jab, Nas responded with this right cross and uppercut combo. It revitalized his career, as Stillmatic remains either his best or 2nd best album to date. He had been in a rut, and this was the catalyst for greatness. You almost felt bad for Jay-Z. Plus, Jay-Z was clearly at the top of the rap game at that time, so had anybody at the top of the mountain ever taken a shot like that before? Well they hugged and kissed and made up...but still this was just a dagger.

Also Nominated - 300 Bars - The Game

Best Musician:

Winner - Justin Timberlake: He began the decade with 'N Sync, as they dropped one of the dopest flame boy band albums ever, "No Strings Attached." But the man's game evolved like Kobe's. He shit on Britney with 2002's "Cry Me a River" and helped make cheating girlfriends everywhere feel like shit... "You don't have to say what you did/I already know, I found out from him/Now there's no chance, for you and me, there'll never be/And don't it make you so sad about it?" Pow! Now he's one of the hottest stars out here, for 10 years strong and hittin' some of the finest hunnies. Cheers, Justin.

Best Non-Rap Song -
Winner - U2 - Beautiful Day: Just a feel good song all around. Great jam.

Best Non-Rap Album:
Winner - 'N Sync - No Strings Attached: We here at DSS is no bitch. However, this album was sorta blazin, no homo. Dope album.

Hottest Model:

Winner - Elsa Benitez: We could've gone with Adriana Lima who held serve in the court of public opinion, but how can you argue with this beauty. Some parties who contributed are still irate about this choice.

Also Nominated - Adriana Lima, Gisele, Izabel Goulart, Miranda Kerr

Hottest Legit Movie Actress:
Winner - Angelina Jolie: She's just sexy in that bad girl way. Damn, with them pouty lips and blazin body. Not to mention, jackin the hottest dude (no homo) from another hot girl. Props.

Also Nominated - Halle Berry, Rachel McAdams, Charlize Theron

Hottest Girl on a TV Show:

Winner - Jessica Alba: My goodness. We here at DSS used to watch Dark Angel on mute, because she was so dope. Truly angelic.

Also Nominated - Minka Kelly, Blake Lively

Hottest Female Music Artist:

Tie - Beyonce, Christina Aguilera, Shakira: We got a bootylicious black chick, a semi-latina white girl in a bottle and a latina bombshell that'll make you howl, "OwwwwwooooOOOO."

Best Crossover Star:
Winner: Flavor Flav: When many Americans know Flavor as the guy from that vH1 show, and not as a member of one of the most important hip-hop groups of all-time...then I say he crossed over fairly well.

Best Celebrity Beef:

Winner - LC vs. Kristin Cavallari: They created a whole new genre of reality TV and then added a new brand of bitch. Tired ass LC got juked by Steven and made the clingyness so painful for all of America. The best part was that Kristin didn't give a shit and was still doin' her own thing. Kristin 1, LC 0.

Hottest Couple -
Winner - Pitt/Jolie: We here at DSS is no homo, but we'd at least pause for a second with Brad Pitt. Uhhh. There is no denying it though. This was no contest.

Worst/Gayest/Best Fashion Trend -

Gayest -

Winner - Clogs: What is the point of these things? If you want to wear slippers or sandals then do it. If you want to wear shoes than do that. What is this crossover crap? I don't get the point of these.

Also Nominated - Frosted Tips

Worst -
Winner - Moo-Moos on Hoes (circa 2004): Seriously ladies? You thought these stupid things was going to hide your love handles? Didn't work. Then the worst part was the you girls with the fine ass bodies that was rockin these. You all got lumped in with the rest of the population and looked fat yourselves. Not a good era for women in general.
Best -

Winner - Skinny Jeans on guys: Some might think this is the gayest thing, but its different. When everyone was rockin baggy jeans, somebody decided that this hipster look would work for them, and it took off. Now, as long as you aren't over 6'1'' and/or fat you are cool if you rock these.

Also Nominated - Tights: We like that these have become fully acceptable to rock as pants for hunnies. However, please do not do so if you are not the proper build, ladies.

Best/Worst Catchphrase and/or word -

Best -

Winner - "Sheeeeeeiiiitttttttt" Sen. Clay Davis (The Wire)

Also Nominated - "That's what she said." (The Office)

Worst -
Winner - "I'm Rick James, Bitch" (Dave Chappelle Show)

Best TV Characters of the Decade:

Jack Bauer (24), Jack Shephard (Lost), Stringer, Marlo, Omar (Wire), Mike Scott, Dwight Schrute (The Office), Tony Soprano (The Sopranos), Ari Gold, Johnny Drama (Entourage)

Thanks a ton for checking this out, and hit us up with what you think if you get a second. Our commitee consisted of Vik C., Mr. Docksquad himself, Suman V., and Rahul P.

Everyone have a safe and Happy New Year!!!

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NBA POWER RANKINGS - WEEK 9

Sorry about not having a Power Rankings last week, everyone was wrapped up during the holidays. For this week, myself and RP will be handling the duties.

Disclaimer: In regards to the Bulls write up, RP is just a hater. The Bulls are finally getting some help, as they have everyone healthy again. Thank God we don’t have to see Hunter out there in the 4^th quarter of games anymore. And they are finally going with the starting lineup I have been talking about for weeks. Look for them to play a lot better in the upcoming games! GO BULLS!

Tip-Off:

1. Cleveland Cavaliers (24-8)

• Our leader, Docksquad himself, was not happy about this. But they are currently 14-3 against teams that were .500 or above the night they played. Combine that with a shellacking of the defending champs and you have your #1 team in the nation. (RP)

2. Los Angeles Lakers (24-5)

• The Lakers are reeling a little right now. They got a beat down from the Cavs on Christmas, Kobe now has two injuries he is dealing with, and Ron Artest may be drinking Henny again, after falling down and getting hurt at his own house. Based on their entire body of work, I still think the Lakers should be ranked one here, but they will need to show us all some more quality victories before grabbing that number 1 spot again. (VC)

3. Boston Celtics (23-6)

• They might be dropping soon if the losing ways continue. Two straight losses against some joker teams. At least they handled the Magic without Pierce. (RP)

4. Orlando Magic (22-8)

• I thought the Magic were playing great ball until they lost to a Paul Pierce less Celts last week. Despite that loss, the Magic are playing well on the defensive side of the ball, which should help them come playoff time. Especially with all of the weapons they have on the offensive side of the ball. (VC)

5. Atlanta Hawks (21-8)

• Big test coming up against Cleveland, with a home and home. Let's see how one of the hottest teams in the league fares. Josh Smith is a legit candidate for Defensive Player of the Year and Most Improved Player. BOC. (RP)

6. Dallas Mavs (22-9)

• After another nice week, they are now ranked second in the West. Soft is the word that comes to mind when people think of the Mavs, but they are proving everyone wrong this year by playing a different brand of basketball. They are winning with their D. Their defense is sick now, and Dirk is a top five MVP Candidate. (VC)

7. Portland Trailblazers (20-12)

• They picked up a nice win against a semi-reeling Denver. Who knows how long they can keep it going though? They are cursed. Sad. (RP)

8. Denver Nuggets (20-11)

• I know Melo is sick, but we all know that Billups is the real MVP of this squad. I'm sure my counter part in this post will disagree, but that's what I think at least. The Nuggets were a top five team with Billups, and they are now 1-4 without him. Enough said. (VC)

9. Phoenix Suns (19-12)

• Nice win against the Lakers and they are happy to get Barbosa back for sure. I'm a Jared Dudley fan. Add him on Twitter. (RP)

10. San Antonio Spurs (17-11)

• The Spurs are starting to get on a roll right now, winning eight out of their last ten, but that could be because they are playing a soft part of their schedule right now. Regardless of that, they are winning ball games, and beating teams they should be beating. This wasn’t the case earlier this year. They have a lot of new parts, and it's good to see them coming together for one last run. (VC)

11. Houston Rockets (18-13)

• Carl Landry is getting mad BJs from everyone of late. One of the hardest workers in the league, without a doubt. Sucks for T-Mac, officially washed-up. (RP)

12. Utah Jazz (17-13)

• Will this team ever get it together and contend with the big boys, or will they be a middle of the pack West team forever? I'm starting to finally think with the roster they have right now, they won't get over the hump. It might be time to start making some moves for the Jazz, which they started last week by trading away Maynor and Harpring(big contract). (VC)

13. Miami Heat (16-12)

• South Beach cooled off after their hot start to the season. Lately they have picked up some cheap Ws against some broke teams. (RP)

14. OKC Thunder (15-14)

• Recently, the Thunder have slipped up a little bit, but they are on their way back up. They got a nice little win streak going, and they now face a softer part of their schedule coming up. Time for Durant to do his thing, and hopefully gain some All Star votes. (VC)

15. Sacramento Kings (13-16)

• This committee continues to underrate this squad. Nice W against the Nuggets without Tyreke. One of my favorite teams in the league. (RP)

16. Toronto Raptors (15-17)

• The Raptors started off slow, but are finally gaining some steam. They are winning games by playing defense, which I thought wasn't possible with the roster they have assembled. Let's see if this is a mirage or if they can keep it up and live up to their potential. (VC)

17. Memphis Grizzlies (13-16)

• Zach Randolph is absolutely BOC. Wow. 28 and 18 in his last five games, four of them Ws. Damn. It will be a travesty if this man isn't an All-Star this year. (RP)

18. Los Angeles Clippers (13-17)

• Let's see if Baron's game winner vs. the Celtics on Sunday can propel this team. They also get Blake Griffin back soon too. They got the players, but do they have the right coach there, and can they gel before the playoffs get out of reach? GWS. (VC)

19. New York Knickerbockers (11-19)

• They were playing well for a minute, but now are back to their old ways. What happened to Nate the Great? (RP)

20. New Orleans Hornets (13-15)

• This team struggles on the road, and we got a good look at that vs. my Bulls last week. I don't know what is wrong with David West, but he certainly isn't playing like his former All Star self. It even looks like he isn't even trying at times. Does he know he is possibly going to be dealt soon? (VC)

21. Milwaukee Bucks (12-16)

• Another team that is reeling after the hot start. When will they move Mike Redd? (RP)

22. Charlotte Bobcats (11-17)

• I thought the SJax trade would help the Bobcats become a better, more consistent team, but that hasn't been the case so far. They do still play some good defense though, but will it be enough to overcome their offensive deficiencies?

23. Chicago Bulls (11-17)

• They suck. When are they firing their coach? Ew. (RP)

24. Detroit Pistons (11-19)

• The Pistons are struggling right now, but I won't ride on them too much yet, even though I hate them. I want to see how they do in the next couple weeks now that they got BGeezy and Rip back, before passing judgment on them. I'm going to wait because of the fact that they have been missing a ton of their roster throughout the season so far. (VC)

25. Washington Wizards (10-18)

• Can't buy a W. Always losing to trash teams at the end of games. Gilbert is overrated. Please blow this team up, as I have been saying all along. (RP)

26. Golden State Warriors (8-21)

• I think the Warriors need a big shakeup from their roster to their head coach if they want to get back into contention in the near future. It sucks because just a couple of years ago, they were one of the most fun teams to watch. Remember the Baron on AK 47 dunk?!?! SAD FO (VC)

27. Minnesota Timberwolves (7-24)

• Even these guys are getting wins against the Wiz. Brewer is nice. So is K-Love. (RP)

28. Indiana Pacers (9-20)

• The Pacers are just bottom feeders without their best player, Danny Granger. He is still going to be out 3 more weeks from what I am reading, so things are not looking good for this squad. Sorry Indiana, but hey at least you have the Colts right? (VC)

29. Philadelphia 76ers (7-22)

• This is just sad. Plenty of talent. No direction. No focus. No future. (RP)

30. NJ Nets (2-28)

• What more is there to say to Nets fans then wait until next year? Don't worry us Chicago Sports fans are used to that saying. Next year they will get a top pick, and have a ton of money to sign a sick player. On a side note, they did finally get Yi back too. (VC)

VC'S MVP Watch:

1. Kobe
2. Lebron
3. Wade
4. Dirk
5. Nash

VC'S R.O.Y. Watch

-These two are way ahead of everyone else, so need to list anyone else. Blake comes back soon though, so let's see how he plays.

1. Tyreke Evans
2. Jennings

Thanks for checking this week’s Power Rankings out. Please leave some comments too, if you get a chance…

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SACRAMENTO KINGS VIDEO - BEST MUSIC COLLECTION SPOOF

Check out Jason Thompson, Jon Brockman, and Donte Greene breaking it down and singing these old school classics! Hilarious...

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DERRICK ROSE - NEW ADIDAS EQUATION PREVIEW

Check out these pictures of DRose's new kicks. They are coming out in 2010...

These shoes come with a removable attachment, so you can pick if you want to rock them as highs one day or as lows the next. Adidas' motto for these shoes are Fly Hi or Go Lo. I've personally never seen anything like these. Pretty sick if you ask me. I can't wait to scoop some of these when they come out.

Also, here is a picture that shows us a little more about the removable attachment part...


Thanks to Sneakernews for the pics.

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STONE COLD LEAD PIPE DOCKS - WEEK 16

ZOE S! GO SEE AVATAR IN 3D!!!

Suman's Pix:
(Last Week 1-3-1)
(Overall 42-34-1)

Well I almost had it. My goal of 60% correct picks for the season would've been nearly guaranteed if I would've nailed last week. Unfortunately, I was at the club last week until about 5 am, saw Antoine Walker gettin f'd up even though he's supposedly bankrupt, and woke up about 30 minutes before kick off. I had a pretty bad week that I feel could've been avoided if I were sober. Well, I'm currently wasted from last night. AGAIN. But let's see if I can get back on the horse. Pause.

Saints -14

Tough week for the Saints last week. But they are still fighting for that #1 seed. So I expect them to come out like Jim Jones and murk these foo's. Josh Freeman has been struggling. I believe Darren Sharper is a game time decision, but I hope he plays because he's been the kryptonite for these rookie qb's he's faced. 5 INT's against rookies I believe? Something like that. Sean Payton will want to get his offense back on track after that performance last week, so expect Drew Brees and them to play the entire time, and to just ball. The Saints will win this one big.

Steelers -3

The Steelers are fighting for their playoff lives. They are at home. They won a game last week that they basically shouldn't have, but it ended a long losing streak for them. They are the Ravens' Daddy in Life, so I expect them to dominate this one. There will be mass causalities in this one. They should send the tape of this game to the NFL offices for why NFL football should be outlawed because these guys will kill each other today. But in the end, Ed Reed is out, and I believe the Steelers will win at home to make up for that early season matchup they lost with Dennis Dixon. Somehow, someway I still believe the Steelers make the playoffs. I mean come on. This is the biggest reverse jinx I'm pulling, and I hope I'm dead wrong. I hate this team.

Jets +4

I think I drunkenly saw Rex Ryan give a speech about how his team isn't trying hard enough. And I believe Peyton and them aren't going to play a full game. So gimme the points in this one. I wish I got this at +7 because that is a mortal lock. But I'll take +4, and roll the dice. The Sanchise needs to show up in this one...and considering he'll probably be playing the Colts backups for a half, I like his chances.

Chiefs +14

The Chiefs can't play much worse than they did last week, making Jerome Harrison look like Jim Brown in his prime. So I expect a semi-bounce-back game from them. On the other hand, its been a trying couple of weeks for the Bengals with Chris Henry's death. I don't see how they can maintain their high intensity from last week, so I expect them to kind of lolly-gag (pause) through this one. Jamaal Charles will get his, Matt Cassell will make a couple throws, and the Chiefs will make it interesting.

Cowboys -7

The Redskins are a mess right now. Jim Zorn is a lame duck coach. Albert Haynesworth thinks he looks like a bust. And the odds that Jason Campbell will have a 100th offensive coordinator are pretty good. Meanwhile, the Cowboys are in a must win. Not a good combo. I know they are do for a let down after that Saints win last week, but I just don't see it happening this week. Especially with all this noise being made about their December struggles. They'll show up, and win again. BTW, how is this the Monday Night game?

Vik's Pix:
(Last Week 1-4)
(Overall 28-32-1)

I've been colder than Mush from a Bronx Tale. Fade me...

Cowboys -7
I don't like taking too many favorites late in the season, because as we saw last week, you never know what will happen. A ton of underdogs played hard and for pride last week, and some of them even won straight up. That being said, there were a few teams who did not come to play, and the Skins are one of those teams. With nothing to play for anymore, to me, it looks like the Skins have packed their bags for the off season already. Flip that around, and the Cowboys really, really need this game. Romo and co. came up with a huge win last week, and I see them beating up a bad Skins team in this game to keep their playoff hopes rolling. I know the Skins D is ranked high, but they are beefing right now. Either Blache or Haynesworth, or maybe both, have lost their mind, and that won't help them this week. Romo should easily be able to put up some pts. I think the main matchup to look at in this game is the Cowboys Dline vs the Skins OLine. The Skins might actually have a worse line than my bears, so you know Ware has been licking his chops all week for this matchup. I see Campbell getting no time back there today. It might get ugly for him and this Skins offense. The Boys roll by 10+!

Texans +1
Warning, but most of the times I bet on the Texans, I lose. I know this is a playoff battle, and I love what the Fins are doing, but I see the Texans winning this game straight up. Jobs are on the line in Houston too, so that should be some added incentive for these guys, at least for the Coaches. The matchup I love the most is the Texans passing game vs the Fins Pass D. The Fins have the 23rd ranked pass D, and they have the third highest YPA against them. This should mean a field day for the Schaub Andre Johnson combo. The Fins secondary is weak and frankly, I just don't see them making enough plays or stopping the Texans passing offense. I also like the Texans young defense to be another deciding factor in this game. They are top 12 vs the pass, and they are also solid vs the run. I see them containing Ricky Williams in this gone. Texans win straight up...

Broncos +7
I know this won't be a popular pick this week, but I'm going with Orton, the Broncos, and the pts in this one. The Eagles are explosive, but the Broncos have the third ranked pass defense in the game. I see the Broncos D keeping this one close and them limiting the Eagles big plays. With the Broncos fighting for their playoff lives, I see expect Orton to limit his mistakes, and for Buckhalter and Moreno to pound the ball on the ground. There are also big time players in this game, and even though BMarsh goes nuts sometimes, he is one of them. He put on a performance for the ages recently, and I see him carrying the Broncos on his back, and popping off again in this game.

Panthers +9
The Panthers should me something last week vs the Vikings. That even though they are out of the playoffs, they will still play hard for the rest of the season. They still have a ton of stars in Peppers, Stewart, and Steve Smith, and all of them looked great last week too. Moore to Smith actually looked nice last week too, and I expect more of that this week vs a banged up Giants secondary missing Ross and Webster. The Giants run defense is very suspect, so I do see Stewart having a huge day. I see the Panthers keeping the game close, which is why I will take more than a touchdown, pts wise, in this one.

Jets +4
The Jets are fighting for their playoff lives, and the Colts have nothing to play for. In the past, the Colts have always rested their players, and I don't see that changing in the second half of this one. Even though the Colts have a new Coach, it seems like an organizational belief to rest players, more than anything. I also think Rex Ryan will dial up the blitzes and try to hit Peyton early, and put him to the ground. If this happens, they will pull Peyton for sure. The Colts also have a ton of key players banged up, especially on the defensive end of the ball, so look for them to rest too. The Jets do have the number 1 pass defense in the game, so I look for them to keep this game close when the Colts starters are in. I also expect a heavy dosage of Thomas Jones vs this suspect Colts run defense, again keeping the game close in the first half. I will take the pts. in this one.

IP's Pix:
(Last Week 2-2-1)
(Overall 36-29-3)

Eagles (-7) - As I have said for the past few weeks....DO NOT BET AGAINST THE EAGLES in meaningful December games. Eagles want that 2 seed and will put a whopping on the sliding Denver Broncos. Eagles by 10.

Ravens (+3) - The smart play here is Pittsburgh, as they are still in the playoff hunt and at home...but the boys from BodyMore are in control of their own destiny. Look for the Ravens to play a close game and pull it out in the end. Ray Rice being the difference maker

Giants (-7.5) - This one is going to be ugly is all I got to say.....Giants by ALOT

Cowboys (-7) - Even though they are not the strongest team in December, I got faith in the Romo led Cowboys. Look for the 'Boys to go in DC and dictate play to the broken Redskins. Too much turmoil in the DC camp and too much talent in Dallas. This one will be over early. Cowboys by 14

Colts (-4) - This is all predicated on Manning playing, but I have a feeling 16-0 means a whole lot more than they are leading on. Look for Manning to play and the Colts to roll the Jets. Colts will cover.

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MERRY XMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

We here at DSS wanted to take a second to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a happy holidays! We will be spending time with family, but we will also be watching a lot of basketball today, as you can see from that picture above. KOBE FO!

Everyone stay safe and have a great time during this holiday weekend!

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JOE MAUER AWARDS MALCOLM JONES, GATORADE NATIONAL FOOTBALL PLAYER OF THE YEAR

Check out this pretty cool video of Joe Mauer surprising Gatorade National Football Player of the Year, Malcolm Jones, in his classroom...

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NEW NIKE KOBE, LEBRON, AND SANTA PUPPET COMMERCIAL - DUNKING ON REINDEER

Thanks for the video Rahul

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STONE COLD LEAD PIPE DOCKS - WEEK 15

Reggie's good luck charm?

Vik's Pix:
(Last Week 2-3)
(Overall 28-28-1)

Bengals +7
Cards -14
Texans -14
Broncos -14
Tenn -4

IP's Pix:
(Last Week 4-1)
(Overall 34-27-2)

Giants (-3) - The Giants are on the road in a game they MUST have. The Redskins aren't playing for a whole lot and with the whole Shannahan saga the focus of the team may be elsewhere. Look for Eli to have a proficient day passing and the run game to control the clock. The last days of the Zorn era are coming to an end. Giants by 6.

Packers (+1) - GB is on the road against a Steelers team that has an underachieved this year. The weather will be nasty and gut instinct says to take the Steelers, but this packers team is special. I think they will be a formidable team the rest of the regular season and in the playoffs. Look for Aaron Rodgers to come in and steal a victory for the disappointing Steelers.

Eagles (-7.5) - You all know how I feel about the Eagles in big games....DO NOT DOUBT THEM. Eagles want this division and will put it into another gear to assure that. SF is a nice team but I just don't see them hanging with McNabb and the rest of the arsenal. Philly by 10.

Chargers (-7) - A tough game for me to pick as I am a fan of both of these teams. The Chris Henry (RIP) emotional boost will benefit the Bengals for sure.....and this game will be close for most of the game. But I feel that the Chargers are peaking at the right time and have too much for the Bengals to overcome. Look for the Bolts to pull away in the 4th qtr. Chargers by 14.

Vikings (-9) - A Saints loss gives the Vikings some hope for the 1 seed in the NFC. Look for a lot of AP and play action from Favre. This one is going to be a whopping by the Vikings. Vikings by 14.

Suman's Pix:
(Last Week 4-1)
(Overall 41-31)

Bills +7

Titans -4

Texans -14

Browns +2

Cardinals -14


GLUCK PLAYAZ!!!

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NEW ADIDAS COMMERCIAL FT. KEVIN GARNETT AND DERRICK ROSE - LESSON IN STYLE

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NBA2K10 - MICHAEL JORDAN - WHERE AMAZING HAPPENS

This is sick...

NBA 2k10: Michael Jordan - Where Amazing Happens

Thanks for the video Tom!

And here is 2009's, in case you missed it...



Thanks for the video Ravi

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DERRICK ROSE IN GQ

Here are some pictures of Rose that will be in the January edition of GQ. The link for the story is below...


- Here is the Gq link for this.

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NBA POWER RANKINGS - WEEK 7

Unfortunately the committee was busy this week, so I'll try to spit out these Power Rankings myself.

Remember these teams are ranked for their performance through last Sunday, and the previous week's ranking will be listed after these initial rankings...

Tip-off:

1. (1) Los Angeles Lakers (18-4) - The Lakers have looked great so far, but they have their first big test coming up. They finally take an extended road trip vs. some teams they should be able to beat. Let's see if they can keep up their winning ways.

2. (3) Boston Celtics (19-4) - The Celtics are playing some amazing basketball right now and are gunnin' for that number 1 spot. One thing I noticed was that their defense definitely looks better than the Lakers, right now. I know everyone talks about the big three, but Rondo and Perkins are too sick.

3. (7) Atlanta Hawks (17-6) - The Hawks offense is on fire! I mean of course it helps when you play the Bulls, Raptors, and Nets in a week, but they still look good. If the Bulls don't get the bigger named free agents, I hope they go after Joe Johnson.

4. (2) Orlando Magic (17-6) - The Magic struggled a little last week, but I see them getting back on track this week. They just looked tired playing that many games away from home, but they are coming home now, which should translate to some wins.

5. (5) Denver Nuggets (17-7) - The Nuggets are a strong and dangerous squad, but that loss to the Pistons kind of surprised me. Melo also seems like he is slacking a little on the defensive end. Billups is the man, but this squad will only go as far Melo can take them.

6. (4) Cleveland Cavs (17-7) - I'm sure you guys know this by now, but I am a Cavs hater. That is why that loss they had to the Grizzlies last week made me so happy. This team to me, still does not look like a championship contender.

7. (8) Dallas Mavs (17-7) - I got to give the Mavs some props, I did not think they would be this good this year. And this was all without one of their best players out with injury, in Josh Howard. Dirk is quietly putting together another MVP season.

8. (6) Pho Suns (16-8) - The Suns struggled last week, and I was close to dropping them to 9, but their overall record speaks for itself. They play 8 out of their next 11 games at home, and they do seem like a completely different team at home as opposed to the road, so they should rack up some W's.

9. (9) Utah Jazz (14-9) - We all know how talented this team is, but they always seem to be injured. It looks like they finally have everyone back healthy, and it is showing. They knocked off the Lakers, Magic, and Spurs last week. And don't look now, but DWill, one of my favorite players, is playing at a MVP level!

10. (12) Rockets (13-10) - I don't know how this team keeps winning, but they do! They remind me of those strong Pistons teams that were led by Billups, and of those Bulls squads of a few years ago that just played scrappy basketball, and made the playoffs.

11. (14) Thunder (12-10) - This team is one of my favorite teams to watch, with one of my five favorite players to watch in Kevin Durant. But that being said, they are struggling right now, and are slowly coming back down to earth. Watch out for them next year!

12. (13) San Antonio Spurs (12-9) - Even though they look like they have lost a step, they are getting healthier and it looks like they are getting assimilated with their new parts.

13. (10) Miami Heat (11-11) - The Heat are struggling as of late, and I am secretly rejoicing. For some reason I think DWade will want to come to Chicago if the Heat have a bad year. I can only wish...

14. (11) Portland Blazers (14-11) - I like the guy, so I feel bad for Greg Oden, who goes down with another season ending injury. The Blazers also seem to be missing his presence in the middle. Can they sustain his loss?

15. (18) Memphis Grizzlies (10-13) - The Grizzlies are climbing the charts! They are getting quality wins (CAVS MAN), and they look like they are playing as a team. Their D and rebounding is solid. Let's see if they can keep it up though.

16. (16) Charlotte Bobcats (9-13) - Larry Brown quietly has this team playing well. GWeezy is doing his thing as usual.

17. (15) Sacramento Kings (10-12) - The Kings are playing some great basketball right now, and my pre-season choice to win the ROY, is leading the way. If you have not seen Tyreke Evans play yet, get NBA Season pass, or watch the Kings play online. The kid is money.

18. (19) Milwaukee Bucks (11-11) - Young Money is slowing down a little, but the kid is still legit and fun to watch. Him and Redd should definitely put up some points, but I still think the key to this squad is Bogut.

19. (24) Detroit Pistons (11-12) - The Pistons are another squad I hate, but I got to give them some props this week too. They are playing scrappy basketball and are winning despite injuries at different times to all of their good players. That tells me that their new Coach is earning his check. Wish I could say the same about the Bulls coach!

20. (20) New Orleans Hornets (10-12) -The Hornets played well without CP3, so maybe his injury might have been what this team needed to get back on track. Let's see what they can do with a healthy CP3 and Peja in the upcoming week.

21. (17) Los Angeles Clippers (8-13) - We are in the 20's now, so I will keep these short. I just want to know one thing, when is Blake Griffin coming back?

22. (21) Toronto Raptors (11-15) - The Raptors are playing a little bit better, but they don't look like a contender, even with that much talent up North.

23. (25) NY Knicks (8-15) - Surprisingly, the Knicks have won four in a row! I don't know how that is possible with Chris Duhon leading the way, but I swear I am not lying!

24. (23) Bulls (8-14) - The Bulls keep dropping, and in reality they should probably be lower on this list, but this is my list and I will rank them wherever I want! But really though, right now I am at a loss of words for my squad. The reality is that even if they do fire VDN(which they should still do immediately), I still don't see this squad doing anything big. 2010, please come fast!

25. (27) Indiana Pacers (8-13) - It seems like every time this squad seems to get a player back from injury, another player gets injured. This time it's their best baller,Granger, who went down. They will be raw next year!

26. (26) GState Warriors (7-16) - The Warriors and the Bulls are really struggling with injuries right now, so it is logical that both squads are racking up the L's. Monte Ellis is ballin on cats, but he can't do it alone.

27. (22) Washington Wizards (7-14) - Someone put some lighter fluid on the Hibachi. This squad can't even win at home right now. Sad foo...

28. (28) Philly 76ers (5-18) - AI is back, but their losing ways continue. They have lost 12 in a row, and this squad to me, is a major disappointment with all the talent that they have there.

29. (29) Minn Timberwolves (3-21) - I'm glad Love is back for this squad, because they really need him. JFlynn is getting better and better, and he is always a fun player to watch.

30. (30) NJ Nets (2-22) - I called it last week that this squad would start winning some games soon with DHarris coming back. And to top it off, of course they had to beat my Bulls! SAD FO!

I'm outtie for now. Thanks for reading and take care playaz. Stop in with your comments when you get a chance...

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STONE COLD LEAD PIPE DOCKS - WEEK 14

She is too fine. Give me a break, I'm still catching up on Entourage...

Vik's Pix: coming soon...
(Last Week 2-3)
(Overall 26-25-1)

Broncos +7
I know everyone is on the Colts this week just like my two buddies writing this post, but I like the Broncos in this game. I see them matching up with the Colts, so I will be taking the touchdown here. The Broncos have the number 2 pass defense, and they can run the ball. Two things that you need to be able to do well to stay with the Colts. I see KO managing the game well, and Moreno and Buckhalter handling the load on the ground. The Colts will probably win, but I see a close game until the end.

Jets -3(bought hook)
The Bucs have a 31st ranked run defense, which is bad news against this Jets team. The Jets have become a running team now. That will be the key to this game. So will their defense. Revis and the Jets number 1 pass D will shut down Freeman and Bryant. I see the Jets getting this W on the road.

Chargers +4 (bought hook)
The Boys to me are overrated. Plus they always do struggle in December, and in big games. Even if they do win this game, which is a big if, I see it coming down to a last second field goal. The Chargers are one of the leagues hottest teams and Rivers is quietly becoming a contender for the league MVP this year. He hasn't thrown a pick since week 8!!! I know the Chargers have a lot of defensive injuries, but I will definitely put my faith in Ron Rivera. He will come up with a nice scheme to stop this Boys offense. The Boys have one of the weakest pass defenses in the game, so I see Rivers airing it out and torching them.

Cards-3(bought hook)
This Cards team has really impressed me this year. They go on the road again this week, where they are money in the bank. Warner, Fitz, and Boldin are all healthy, so I see them putting up a lot of pts. The Niners play hard, and their new spread offense is nice, so this game should be a shootout. I see the Niners keeping up with the Cards until half, but then I see the Cards pulling away. The Cards defense will be the difference in this game, as I see them shutting down Smith and Gore.

Saints -10
I know laying 10 on the road is a lot, but I love the Saints in this game. ATL looks like it is going to be missing Ryan and Turner, and they are a completely different offense without them. I see Brees and co. having a huge game on the turf. The Falcons have a 29th ranked pass defense, so look for Brees to air it out. I've been on the Saints bandwagon all year long, so I will lay the pts. I just don't see the Falcons being able to keep up...


Suman's Pix:
(Last Week 3-2)
(Overall 37-30)

Colts -7

Why pick against a sure thing? The Colts are probably going to win, its just a matter of whether they'll cover the spread or not. Peyton Manning is still doing his thing. The Broncos are coming off a blowout win against the Chiefs, but this is a different animal. Plus, the Broncos suffered a crippling loss in the season-ending injury to Ryan Harris. I think there's a reason Vegas has made this line so high (you would think 2 playoff type teams playing each other this late in the year would mean a closer game). But the Colts are balling right now, and it won't let up here.

Vikings -6.5

The Favres are coming off a terrible and embarrassing loss to the Cardinals on national tv. And good teams usually bounce back from games like that. Brett Favre had his worst game as a Viking. But he'll be back in the friendly confines, and I think he'll pull this one out. I look for Adrian Peterson to have a huge game here. On the other hand, the Bengals have been winning, but have looked very lackluster lately. Part of that is because of injuries. But there just doesn't seem to be that fire that there was earlier in the year. I think the Vikings bounce back big this week.

Seahawks +6.5

I don't think the Texans have been playing well enough to be favored by this much against ANYONE. The Seahawks are coming off a crucial win against the 49ers, in terms of their division race. Matt Schaub is just a weird dude right now. Sometimes he looks like Brady. Sometimes he looks like Jamarcus Russell. Steve Slaton going on IR might be a blessing in disguise for the Texans because he has struggled enormously this year. They won't feel the need to rely on him anymore. However, I think Hasselbeck and especially Justin Forsett have quietly been putting together a good campaign when healthy. So I look for them to keep this close and maybe steal one.

Panthers +13

The Patriots are struggling right now. Belichek has lost twice in a row for the first time I can remember. Tom Brady has injuries all over the place, no way he's close to 100%. At the Patriots D especially is struggling to find any consistency. I think one of Brady's wives had a baby this week too...no way he's 100% focused. Meanwhile, the Panthers took one last week with new QB Matt Moore. He managed the game effectively. Jonathan Stewart came up huge. Look for the Panthers 2 headed monster to strike again this week, and the Panthers to keep this one close.

Redskins -1

The Raiders shocked the world last week beating the Steelers in Pittsburgh. So I look for a bit of a letdown from them. This will be a nice test for the Redskins brass about how their players respond to Zorn's staff. They lost a heart breaker to the Saints. They literally gave the game away. Will last week's confident Jason Campbell show up? Or will it be the JC that has had a million different offensive coordinators and looks confused? I know one thing for sure, the Raiders offense won't ball on the Skins. Look for the Redskins defense to control this one, and for Campbell to lead his team to victory.

IP's Pix:
(Last Week 2-3)
(Overall 30-26-2)

Sorry, no writeups this week...

Chargers +4 (bought hook)
Eagles -1
Bengals +7
Packers -3
Colts -7

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