Larry Bird last interview for a while {VIDEO}

NIKE CHRISTMAS DAY SHOES

Via FreshnessMag

No amount of coal filled stockings could turn Christmas sour for basketball fans this year, with the long overdue return of the NBA landing on December 25th. As if the day wasn’t already special enough, Nike is dropping these four limited colorways of the Nike LeBron 9, Nike Kobe VII System Supreme, Nike Zoom KD IV, and the Nike Air Max Sweep, a gang of sneakers that will be on-feet come tip off. The Nike LeBron 9 and Amar’e Stoudemire’s new signature model the Nike Air Max Sweep thru both take the most direct route to the holiday tie in, with a green/red/white combo that oozes yuletide flavor. After that, Kevin Durant’s Zoom KD IV in the metallic bronze colorway has a somewhat curious reference, apparently the copper color comes as a nod to cookie cutters, an inspiration that is a bit more apparent after you get a peek at the insole graphics. Rounding out the pack is a the feral inclined Nike Kobe VII System Supreme, which doesn’t have too much inherent holiday cheer, but the model stays winning based on the high-tech swapping system. Follow us after the jump for an up close look at all four and be on the lookout for these signature sneakers from the forefront of Nike’s NBA representatives both on screen and in stores come Christmas day.

CAVS OWNER DAN GILBERT RIPS LEBRON

Dare I say... Salty.

Dear Cleveland, All Of Northeast Ohio and Cleveland Cavaliers Supporters Wherever You May Be Tonight;

As you now know, our former hero, who grew up in the very region that he deserted this evening, is no longer a Cleveland Cavalier.

This was announced with a several day, narcissistic, self-promotional build-up culminating with a national TV special of his “decision” unlike anything ever “witnessed” in the history of sports and probably the history of entertainment.

Clearly, this is bitterly disappointing to all of us.

The good news is that the ownership team and the rest of the hard-working, loyal, and driven staff over here at your hometown Cavaliers have not betrayed you nor NEVER will betray you.

There is so much more to tell you about the events of the recent past and our more than exciting future. Over the next several days and weeks, we will be communicating much of that to you.

You simply don’t deserve this kind of cowardly betrayal.

You have given so much and deserve so much more.

In the meantime, I want to make one statement to you tonight:

“I PERSONALLY GUARANTEE THAT THE CLEVELAND CAVALIERS WILL WIN AN NBA CHAMPIONSHIP BEFORE THE SELF-TITLED FORMER ‘KING’ WINS ONE”

You can take it to the bank.

If you thought we were motivated before tonight to bring the hardware to Cleveland, I can tell you that this shameful display of selfishness and betrayal by one of our very own has shifted our “motivation” to previously unknown and previously never experienced levels.

Some people think they should go to heaven but NOT have to die to get there.

Sorry, but that’s simply not how it works.

This shocking act of disloyalty from our home grown “chosen one” sends the exact opposite lesson of what we would want our children to learn. And “who” we would want them to grow-up to become.

But the good news is that this heartless and callous action can only serve as the antidote to the so-called “curse” on Cleveland, Ohio.

The self-declared former “King” will be taking the “curse” with him down south. And until he does “right” by Cleveland and Ohio, James (and the town where he plays) will unfortunately own this dreaded spell and bad karma.

Just watch.

Sleep well, Cleveland.

Tomorrow is a new and much brighter day….

I PROMISE you that our energy, focus, capital, knowledge and experience will be directed at one thing and one thing only:

DELIVERING YOU the championship you have long deserved and is long overdue….

Dan Gilbert

Majority Owner

Cleveland Cavaliers

LeBron punks Bulls ball boy

The ball boy must be Noah’s little brother.

(VIA TRADITION)

UNDRCRWN ’Triple Double 2010' Tee | 40 Tees In 40 Nights | Day # 9

Last week we messed around and introduced UNDRCRWN's '40 Tees in 40 Nights' series in honor of the playoff season. In case you missed it, click here for a recap.

For our ninth installment of ’40 Tees In 40 Nights’, we're pleased to  release the latest version of our Triple Double Tee. The navy, maroon and royal colorways are truly fit for a 'king'. Get yours now at UNDRCRWN.com

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