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Hilarious Attempt at World’s Longest Basketball Shot

Stormin Norman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:48:20 +0000

A couple months back, a video circulated around the internet of what was arguably the longest basketball shot ever recorded on film. It also brought into question how reliable these viral internet videos are and what kind of people spend so much time making them. While youtube does have its upside, like all the great fights it brings us, it also has its downside.

Well someone made a video that is mocking the kind of people looking for youtube internet fame. This video is a hilarious farce of what people are thinking when they make these clips, especially when the clips are clearly fake and poorly-thought out. While that long shot from a few weeks ago was relatively well-done, there are many videos out there that are so fake it is embarrassing.

The guys that made this video do a great job of mocking them. The premise is that two random guys decide to make a video of something they care little about, just because they want to get internet famous. The looks on their faces are priceless when they see the ACTUAL video that they are making a farce of. I'm not sure about the homoerotic ending, but all the missed shots and the two guys' attitudes throughout capture the image of the worthless 21st century kid trying to get famous with no skills or talent.

What a great time we live in, no?

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The Daily Gambling Fix 11/20/09 – Andrea

AnthonyP — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:17:48 +0000

Here are some of the best sports plays for all you gamblers out there.

The Game: Charlotte Bobcats @ Milwaukee Bucks

The Pick: Milwaukee Bucks

The Reason: The point guard out of Compton, California Brandon Jennings is playing like a superstar and the Charlotte Bobcats are a mess. They haven't won in over 2 weeks. This should be an easy win for the 6-3 Bucks.

The Game: Denver Nuggets @ LA Clippers

The Pick: Denver Nuggets

The Reason: The Clippers are just terrible. They only have 2 wins at home and the red-hot Nuggets are the last team they will be able to get it going against, especially with all their injuries.

Overall Record: (247-186-4) - Winning Percentage (0.56)

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Devils Travis Zajac Scores Crazy Shootout Goal

Stormin Norman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:19:22 +0000

The shootout is what sets hockey and soccer apart from all other sports. It is the peak of sports drama, for the entire game to come down to one shot, man vs. man, with all other variables eliminated when the score is tied.

In this video we have a hockey shootout during the Predators-Devils game. While this may not be "Goal-of-the-Year" material, its still fun to watch. Travis Zajac skates right up to the net, fails on a quick little move, and the goalie goes to sleep. The problem is that Zajac didn't give up on it, and swung the puck around behind him and into the goal. The goalie thought he lost the puck and that was it, but the play was not called dead. This video is more about seeing a cool goal than blaming the referees for anything, and they surely did not make a mistake of epic proportions like the blown call that occurred at the Wings game the other night.

While the goal is a bit crazy and possibly questionable, the part that you can't ignore is the ridiculous, possibly Canadian, laughter from the announcer. It is a piercing, repetitive hoot that really cuts through the clip like a knife. Anyways, back to the goal.

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Fans Fight Over Hockey Stick At Ducks Game (Video)

Stormin Norman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:10:10 +0000

There is nothing quite like a free giveaway to bring out the best in fans, right? Or the worst in them apparently as evidenced from this Anaheim Ducks game. Hockey fans especially are known for their loyalty and aggressiveness, as opposed to baseball fans, who are just known for their weird displays of loyalty.

As Scott Niedermeyer was announced last night, he skated over to the fans and attempted to hand his stick to a little girl. Some doofus tried to grab it from her, and a fight ensued. It makes sense, a hockey game is physical and is the only sport that really allows fighting to occur without breaking it up quickly, so it is expected that the crowd would feed off the violent energy of the game.

But there was no actual game yet in this case. The funny part is when the stick is completely forgotten and the punches start flying. Niedermeyer is just kind of watching and it looks like he wants to get involved, or at least point out who the stick really should have gone to. Eventually he just kind of gives up and slowly skates away from the mess.

Only one question remains for us watching at home trying to determine who won the fight: Is it okay for hockey fans to hit a girl? Bsed on the little we saw, it looks like it flies in Anaheim at least.

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The Stat Line of the Night – 11/19/09 – Ricky Williams

Matt — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:52:47 +0000

With Ronnie Brown out and a must-win game against the Panthers, the Dolphins needed someone to move the chains and get in the end zone. Ricky Williams was up to the task as the Dolphins beat the Panthers 24-17 and improved to 5-5 -- keeping their playoff hopes alive.

Williams took it hard to the Panthers' D. He first scored in the 2nd quarter on a 14-yard reception from Dolphin QB Chad Henne. Later in the quarter Williams even subbed for Brown in the Wildcat formation, and scored out of it with a 1-yard run for a touchdown.

Then in the 4th quarter, Williams helped put away the Panthers with a 46-yard romp for a touchdown. That put Miami up 24-14.

For the game, Williams rushed for 119 yards on 22 carries and added two catches for 19 yards. He also scored on rushing and receiving TDs in the same game for the first time in his career. For his performance, Ricky Williams gets The Stat Line of the Night for 11/19/09.

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Steven Stamkos Scores The Goal Of The Year (Video)

Russ Major — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:01:55 +0000

"Goal of the year" is a superlative that gets thrown around an awful lot. In this instance, however, it is not hyperbole run amok. The Tampa Bay Lightning's Steven Stamkos' goal last night on the Anaheim Ducks was that damn good. The TSN hockey guys were practically drooling over it while they showed the highlight over and over again.

Ducks' goalie Jonas Hiller was no match for Stamkos, as he got embarrassed almost as bad as this goalie did by Sweedish star Linus Omark. Stamkos came screaming towards the goal, so fast that he started to lose control. On his way down gracefully doing the splits, Stamkos had enough balance to quickly knock the puck out of mid air and beat Hiller top shelf where momma keeps the peanut butter.

The play couldn't have come at a better time for Steven Stamkos, a second-year center who has 14 goals and 8 assists on the year. Executive Director of Team Canada Steve Yzerman was in the house, err, ice house scouting the game. Stamkos is considered to be on the bubble as far as making Team Canada for the 2010 Winter Olympics is concerned, so his highlight goal could not have come at a better time. Yzerman had to be impressed.

Check out the video of the most impressive goal of the season so far.

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Top 10 All Time WWE Hottest Divas

RonCanada — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:19:16 +0000

Today TPS presents to you its top ten selections for the hottest divas ever in the WWE. Coming in at number 10 is “Stone Cold” Steve Austin’s former wife Debra Marshall, who made her debut in the WWE as the manager of Jeff Jarret.

The 2007 WWE woman’s champion and former diva contest winner Candice Michelle comes in at number 9 on the list.

Best known for smoking cigars in the corner of Golddust at number 8 is Terri Runnels.

Our next selection goes back to what many consider the greatest time in Professional Wrestling history. Standing in the corner of her former husband, the “Macho Man” Randy Savage, through the majority of the 80’s and 90’s, at number 7 we select Miss Elizabeth.

The number 6 selection is a former Playboy playmate, and the current wife of UFC Heavyweight champion Brock Lesnor; Sable.

At number 5 we select “Sunny”. One of the first true divas of the WWE, Sunny was a former manager of the “Legion of Doom”, and in 1996 was AOL most downloaded woman.

Our number 4 selection is Torrie Wilson. Torrie is currently married to former WCW star Billy Kidman, and should be considered one of the WWE’s top bombshells of all time.

Stacy Keibler comes in at number 3. Stacy and Torrie were two of the hottest commodities of the WCW, and this was a difficult decision, but Stacey’s legs gave her the edge in this one.

Our next diva began her WWE career in 2008 by winning a bikini contest on Smackdown. You can currently see her on Monday Night Raw, at number 2 lets say hi to Maryse Ouellet.

At number 1 on our list we showcase the one and only Trish Stratus. I think the picture speaks for itself.

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Ref Blows Missed Goal in Red Wings Game (Video)

Stormin Norman — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:14:58 +0000

It is definitely not professional sports refs' year. Tim Donaghy's gambling on games was the beginning (and by far the worst) case of things going wrong for referees, but his incident was definitely not the only one. Just today an uproar over the no-call on Henry's shady handball spread through the sports media. That wasn't the only call last night that literally makes you wonder if refs are even paying attention to that games.

The Red Wings Brad May scored a goal, but the goal was called off due to the highly controversial (and insane) "intent to blow the whistle" call being made. One problem, nowhere on the ice should a whistle have been blown and more importantly, there was about a 3 second delay between when the goal goes in and the whistle actually blows. It sure seems like a lot longer than that though when you watch the video, doesn't it? The Red Wings went on to lose 3-1 and are understandably upset.

Senior Vice President of Hockey Operations for the NHL addressed the major issue here, which is the use of replay in hockey. According to him:

"Usually the referees know exactly what's happening and they would come to us and say, 'Listen, I blew the whistle or my intent to blow the whistle was there. I've got this play dead before the puck crosses the goal line.' No more need be said. Once we hear that, basically video review is now out of the process. We step aside and say it's a call made on the ice and it's a non-reviewable call. It's a whistle blown by the referee and it was blown or the intent to blow it was before the puck crossed the goal line."

He is defending the rule by saying that it was followed properly, but if that rule led to a bad call, then perhaps the rule should be changed. Even Murphy admits that, going so far as to concede that the call was, in fact, the wrong one.

"In all cases we want to get the right call. In this case it appears we didn't."

You got that right Mr. Murphy.

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Fantasy Football: Week 11 Start’em & Sit’em

JamieD — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:10:18 +0000

It can be tough to make the decision between starting or sitting specific players throughout your fantasy season based on favorable or tough match-ups.

TPS is here to help you make such decisions with our weekly Start'em & Sit'em post where we will break down each position and give you some players you may want to consider starting, and some you might be better off sitting.

Quarterbacks

Start'em: Kurt Warner vs. STL - Since his dreadful week 8 performance against the Carolina Panthers, Kurt Warner has been great for fantasy owners, throwing seven touchdowns and averaging 300 yards passing in his last two games against the Breas and Seahwaks. Expect him to continue to put up big numbers has his schedule down the final stretch features ames against many weak pass defenses. This week is one of those games as Warner takes on the St. Louis Rams. Look for the Cards to continu putting up big numbers through the air, and Warner to have a great day in this one.

Other QB start'ems worth noting: Matt Schaub vs. HOU, Eli Manning vs. ATL, Donovan McNabb vs. CHI

Sit'em: Jay Cutler vs. PHI - The 2009 season for Jay Cutler has been quite the roller-coaster ride with its ups and downs. Last week was one of those down weeks, and you should exect the same this coming Sunday when the Bears take on the Eagles. Philly's pass defense is currently ranked 3rd in the NFL with 15 interceptions over nine games. Cutler has been prone to turnovers and that should once again continue against the likes of Asante Samuel and Sheldon Brown.

Other QB sit'ems worth noting: Tony Romo vs. WSH, Chad Henne vs. CAR, David Garrard vs. BUF

Running Backs

Start'em: Kevin Smith vs. CLE - Smith and the Detroit Lions offense have struggled this season, but if there was ever a good time to get the second year back out of Central Florida into your line up, it is this week he faces off against a Browns defense that has allowed an average of 165.8 YPG rushing and 13 touchdowns over nine games. Smith has suffered through a rough year and has disappointed fantasy owners, but this may be the week where he finally breaks out. Be sure to have him in your starting line up. Then stick him back on the bench for the rest of the year.

Other RB start'ems worth noting: Beanie Wells vs. STL, Ricky Williams vs. CAR, Pierre Thomas vs. TB

Sit'em: Joseph Addai vs. BAL - Addai had a strong performance last week against the New England Patriots, scoing a touchdown before injuring his hand. While the injury will not keep him out of the line up this week, it may limit his production in the passing game, and he will also be taking on a stout Ravens run defense. The Ravens have given up only five touchdowns on the ground and teams have been attacking their secondary frequently. That could mean a big game for the likes of Manning and Wayne, and a quiet one for Addai.

Other RB sit'ems worth noting: Jamaal Charles vs. PIT, Darren McFadden vs. CIN, Marshawn Lynch vs. JAC

Wide Receivers

Start'em: Robert Meachem vs. TB - The safer play for the New Orleasn Saints would be Marques Colston, but for those of you who are desperate to fill a wide receiver spot for this week may want to look at Meachem. The thirs year man out of Tennessee has put up four touchdowns thus far this season and two have come in each of his last two games against the Panthers and the Rams. This week the Saints take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers who have given up 19 passing touchdowns over nine games. the possibility of Meachem recording touchdowns in three consecutive games is a very good one.

Other WR start'ems worth noting: Lee Evans vs. JAC, Hines Ward vs. KC, Anquan Boldin vs. STL

Sit'em: Miles Austin vs. WSH - Miles Austin has been one of the best pick-up off the waiver wire this season, but now that opposing defenses are getting to now who he is, they have been placing a lot more attention on him and his numbers over the past couple of weeks have suffered accordingly. This week the Cowboys take on the Redskins and their top ranked pass defense. It will likely be anpother quiet day for Austin in this one.

Other WR sit'ems worth noting: Michael Crabtree vs. GB, Mike Sims-Walker vs. BUF, Derrick Mason vs. IND

Tight Ends

Start'em: Tony Scheffler vs. SD - Scheffler may not be the most reliable option, but he has scored four touchdowns against the Chargers in his past four games against them, including a break out performance this season when he recorded 101 yards and a TD. If you are looking for a one-week replacement, he is your man.

Other TE start'ems worth noting: Brent Celek vs. CHI, Greg Olsens vs. PHI, Jeremy Shockey vs. TB

Sit'em: Kellen Winslow vs. NO - Winslow may be hard to bench, especially after his performance last weekend, but the Saints have yet to allow a touchdown to an opposing tight end.

Other TE sit'ems worth noting: Dustin Keller vs. NE, Visanthe Shiancoe vs. SEA, Donald Lee vs. SF

Kickers

Start'em: John Kasay vs. MIA - He has no been the most trust-worthy kicker in the NFL, but the Dolphins have allowed over 10 PPG to opposing kickers, a league high.

Sit'em: Jason Elam vs. NYG - Elam has suffered through a disappointing season thus far and this week he will take on a giants team that has allowed the fewest points against to kickers.

Defenses

Start'em: Cowboys vs. WSH -DeMarcus Ware and company have come on strong lately and they will face a Redskins team that has allowed the most fantasy points to opposing defenses.

Sit'em: Jets vs. NE - The Jets were able to stiffle the Pats last time, but Brady and company will be out for revenge and this time they will have Wes Welker in the line up to help spread out the New York defense.