LeBron and the Heat flew to another Eastern Conference Championship, but who will prevail in the finals against the Spurs?
The Train Daddy is back with the pain daddy and ready to hit you in the mouth with sports knowledge in such a way, that everyone reading this will be craving some fried chicken; like Michael Jackson said, “It don’t matter if you’re black or white.” So, just to get this thing rolling, yes, Sergio Garcia stated to the media if he were to have Tiger Woods over for dinner, he would serve him fried chicken every night. I believe comedian Dave Chappelle summed up the chicken situation best during a stand-up performance, and after Tiger said his feelings were hurt, Jack Nicklaus stated, “I mean, it’s stupid.” I don’t know if Sergio was purposely attempting to be racist or hateful, but let’s be real: we all love chicken here in America, everyone!
I get that this liking of chicken has been used as a derogatory reference towards African Americans, maybe it’s my personal opinion, but take it with a laugh and a shrug. I would like to have seen Tiger maybe make a joke to Sergio like, “Yo mama is so fat that her blood type is KFC.” Instead Tiger took to Twitter and stated the comment was hurtful and disrespectful. Sergio claims it was a joke gone bad; there is no doubt these two have disliked each other over the years. Whatever your opinion on the matter, I just think we have grown into a country that takes things too seriously, and we should all chill out a bit.
So, what real sports stories do I have for you in this article? The NBA Championship is underway, I break down and give you my thoughts on Tim Tebow, and legendary Hall-of-Fame quarterback Jim Kelly begins his battle with cancer, as we break down his career. Oh yeah, I have one more chicken joke and then I promise I am done talking about chicken: What is in the KFC Obama Cabinet Bucket? Nothing but a bunch of left wings, and some nuts!
The Train sends his thoughts and prayers to Jim Kelly
I have always surrounded myself with good people, good friends and my loving family. Surround yourself with people who will bring you up, not down. Just a couple of months ago, I had the pleasure meeting Jim Kelly, prior to his recent diagnosis with cancer. My family helped promote a book written by his wife, Jill, as she spoke at women’s conferences around the country. It was great getting to know the Kelly family; they are a happy, loving family that tell it like it is. Recently the former Buffalo Bill and current Hall of Fame quarterback announced he has a form of cancer in the upper jawbone, and is scheduled for immediate surgery. Doctors state the prognosis for recovery is looking good as of now.
Kelly was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2002 and is probably best known for leading the Bills to four consecutive Super Bowls (where they were defeated all four times). In 11 seasons with the Bills he threw 35,467 yards with 237 touchdowns and 175 interceptions, all of which are Bills all-time records. Kelly is known for his toughness and durability along with his famous no-huddle offense that was exciting to watch. Kelly originally wanted to play for Penn State under Joe Paterno, but Penn State wanted him as a linebacker “confirming his toughness”; Kelly turned it down and had a great career at the University of Miami as a quarterback. The man was a gunslinger and one heck of a player, my thoughts and prayers are with him for a speedy recovery.
So let’s get into the NBA and the excitement that is the NBA Playoffs. Heat vs. Spurs, almost as exciting as the NFL Playoffs, College Bowl Games, or March Madness. Hey, it’s fourth on my list. I love the NBA come playoff time, but it’s just not my favorite. Let me give a shout out to the Memphis Grizzlies who looked great all the way up to the Western Conference Finals, where the San Antonio Spurs blew them out. The veteran team led by Tony Parker and Tim Duncan was just too much, but it was exciting seeing Memphis make it to their first Conference Finals.
Tony Parker
The NBA Finals are set and the Heat will take on the Spurs, this article hits the stands June 6, and that is the date that Game 1 will take place. The favorite will probably be the Heat, but I am not buying it; it’s going to be all San Antonio. It will be a great series, I’m taking the Spurs in six games—too much veteran power. Look, Miami looked great in their Game 7 win vs. Indiana, but that was the only time they looked great. Lebron carried them the whole way on his shoulders. Wade and Bosh decided to show up come Game 7 finally, but I’m taking the Spurs. Tim Duncan is at the end of his career but the man is playing better than ever. He is beating players down the court and he is too smart. Tony Parker already stated he wants Duncan to go out like David Robinson, a champion. Tony Parker plays the point guard position the right way, and is in my opinion the MVP of the entire Playoffs as of yet. We’ll see what happens vs. the Heat. I understand the Heat have Lebron James and some other scrubs that show up on occasion. Wade doesn’t have the game he used to, Bosh is all over the place and the Birdman is a punk, go Spurs!
Let’s get talking about another quarterback, one who is known for being one of the best, if not the best, college players of all time! Tim Tebow. Oh, poor Tim, just lost his job and the sports world . . . well, it can be cruel. Tebow news has been quiet as of late, since New York released him over a month ago, and the opportunity for a new job looks slim. Tebow has not generated any buzz from any NFL teams since being released, and according to some undisclosed members of Tebow’s Camp, they believe the 2010 first-round pick is done. The football world is divided over the once-great Heisman trophy winner; media just loves to talk about him, being his open faith or fall from the top. Recently Tim Tebow’s father Bob dismissed the ESPN the Magazine report that members of Tebow’s Camp believe it is over and stated “You are old enough to not believe all you hear.”
It’s going to be a slim chance, though. I believe it’s going to come down to an injury during mini camps or the pre-season.
I believe that a change in position is ridiculous to even consider for Tim. Take tight end, for example; all 32 tight ends are professionals, it’s their job. He wouldn’t be better than any of the starting players at that position. Whoever takes him on, if they decide to, will be in a spot where they are desperate. I hope it happens because I enjoy watching that crazy style of play; it’s ugly and non-traditional, but he got some wins for the Broncos. It was a circus in New York, why take him and cause all that controversy? Hey, I would start him over Sanchez all day.
New York Jets owner Woody Johnson recently stated that his team is about “truth, justice and the American way.” Well Hall-of-Fame quarterback Joe Namath isn’t buying it, stating the Jets have misled their fan base and The New York Post commented saying PSLs are the only thing harder to get rid of than Mark Sanchez. Now you understand; I hate the Jets and Fat Rex! Choo-choo!
