http://sportsblogs.org/entries.php?team_id=89&date=2008-07-06&start=0 Sports Blogs :: Portland Trail Blazers Daily Entries en-us Supposedly Dirk Diggler is going to be named MVP tomorrow. I'm not going to get into a debate right now about whether he deserves it or not. What I want to know is, how do people come up with this information as if it is fact on such a regular basis? The voting for Most Valuable Player, as with other league awards, is polled from broadcasters and writers across the l... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264573&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 The net has been blowing up about Bruce Bowen and his perceived dirty tactics. Bowen has been known for a long time as a guy who pushes the boundaries of fair play. Now the NBA has decided to act. Bowen's "interaction" with Steve Nash in Game 3 has been reviewed by the league. The league did not go so far as to impose any suspension or fine, but merely upgraded the foul to a flagrant. Watch the video of the in... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264574&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 After Tim Hardaway went crazy with his outburst that he "hates Gay people" following John Amaechi's revelations that he went through his career in the NBA as a gay person (being the first to do so publicly), Hardaway tried to gain redemption. Then, former Star Trek star George Takei came out with this hilarious response to Tim Bug: http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264575&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 The Oregonian reports that Jamaal Magloire will not be back next season. Magloire has played well in the limited minutes he has been given and has been an adequate replacement as a starter primarily for the injured Joel Przybilla. The key concern with Magloire, according to coach Nate McMillan, is his defense in combination with Zach Ran... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264576&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 Bonzi Wells flees the Rockets : somewhat disturbing news that Bonzi Wells has walked out on the Rockets. The season is almost over, but despite Wells' claims that he is not good for team chemistry, surely his walking out is worse. Perhaps the more admirable thing for Bonzi to have done would have been to try and fit in with the team for the closeout of the season, rather than creating an addit... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264577&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 I'm typically not one for hyping up non-Blazer players, but this kid James White can really fly. I just saw a video on youtube today of him dunking from the free-throw line, putting the ball between his legs (yeah, nothing special) and thought I'd have a look for more. White was taken by the Blazers as the 31st pick in the 2006 Draft, before being traded to the Pacers and eventually making his way to the Spurs, after Rick Carlisle cut him, calling ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264578&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 We know how much Rasheed hates talking to the media. I love his standard line, "both teams played hard." A quick video here of how the joke has spread around the league. Times like this I miss Sheed not being with the Blazers. However, when I think about where we're heading and the new image of the team, I soon get over it... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264579&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 A press release has come through from the Portland Trail Blazers regardi... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264580&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 Remember Joel Freeland? Portland selected him with the 30th and final pick of the 1st Round of the 2006 NBA Draft. The athletic 6'11" F/C's game has been compared to Keon Clark by NBADraft.net. The Blazers then told him to return to Europe, add some bulk and more importantly gain valuable experience at the senior l... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264581&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 I'm interested to see what people think about the possibility of Darius Miles being back with the Blazers next season is? The team has been gelling really well this season with the array of young talent on hand. The swingman position is filled with a small group of talented players: Brandon Roy, Martell Webster, Travis Outlaw, Ime Udoka. Miles missing this season c... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264582&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 Luke Schenscher http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264583&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 If you haven't heard about it yet, well you need to check out Ballhype. You will soon one way or another. It's more than just a site which collates articles -- in the same way as it's current parent lowpost.net does. Ballhype joins people together in likeminded groups and allows you to vote on stories. Check the site out and join up... check out this review http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264584&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 Players averaging at least 20 points and 10 rebounds this season to-date: 1. Kevin Garnett ¦ 22.8ppg ¦ 12.9rpg ¦ Voted All-Star 2. Chris Bosh ¦ 22.7ppg ¦ 10.7rpg ¦ Voted All-Star 3. Tim Duncan ¦ 20.1ppg ¦ 10.7rpg ¦ Voted All-Star 4. Zach Randolph ¦ 23.6ppg ¦ 10.1rpg ¦ Not Voted All-Star 5. Carlos Boozer ¦ 21.1ppg ¦ 11.7rpg ¦ Voted All-Star Task: Spot the odd one out... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264585&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 Most of us Blazer fans have been saying it since the pre-season. Brandon Roy will be Rookie of th... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264586&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 Monday: Zach Randolph is granted bereavement leave to attend the funeral of his girlfriend's cousin, in Marion, Indiana. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264587&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:19 For a new perspective on the NBA, without as much of a Blazers slant, check out ...a stern warning. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1264572&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:16:18 No suprise here. The Portland Tribune tells us what we pretty much know. Why they don't make it official is beyond me: "...The future of the first-year Reign appears bleak. The American Basketball Association team hasn’t played in more than a month, and its next two road games — scheduled for today and Thursday against the un... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262494&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 Derek Pearson has written a rant about the ills of the ABA that is something all ABA fans, and all ABA wannabe fans should read. He has words for the owners, the commisioner, that fans, and the players. Take a look. Here is an excerpt from Derek's "ABA wishlist": "...Fans, you are the force that keeps this game and league going. Demand what you want, protest when you don’t get it, and use your voice to say what needs to be said. If your local me... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262495&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 I was snooping around for Reign information and stumbled across a score posted for January 15 that showed the Calgary Drillers defeating the Portland Reign 119-81. This led me to the Driller's website where I learned that the Reign actually played on Friday night as well, and they were beaten badly 132-100. The article states that both teams were shorthanded Saturday due to suspensions resulting from an altercation Friday night. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262496&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 The Portland Tribune is still reporting that the Reign plan to play. However, their road trip has been "postponed". I can'thelp but wonder if they are waiting to fill their roster? How would we know? Nobody reports anything! Anyway, they also say that Terry Emmert is still trying to become the owner. The next game should be Jan. 22 in Fresno. This brought a thought to mind. Is Mr. Emmert going through all of this to acquire the Reign, and then move them to Mexico? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262497&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 Haloscan commenting and trackback have been added to this blog. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262498&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 The Portland Tribune says that the Reign are scheduled to play Orange County this Thursday. This is to be the first of 7 consecutive road games. This is really getting ridiculous. They also imply that Terry Emmert continues to have trouble: "...Terry Emmert, who has been funding the team through the first half of the season, says the trip might be... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262499&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 There are no reports I can find that confirm that the Portland Reign have ceased operations. Today the ABA Live site makes reference that the Reign are nipping at the heels of playoff contention. 10-Jan-2005Indianapolis, IN -- The ABA today released its Playoff Power Rankings through Sunday, December 9th and Ike Austin's undefeated Utah Snowbears continue to lead while newcomers Bellevue and Ontario join the elite group of teams. Clos... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262500&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 I just had a conversation with a relative of one of the Reign players. I should say ex-Reign player, since this guy, and apparantly up to 4 others have quit the team. Recently there was a report that the Reign was looking for players due to vacancies. We were led to believe these were due to call-ups. Besides Ha, who got called and to where? I haven't' heard of any others. I was told this morning that several of the players and the coach (I am assuming Harvey) have quit due to no... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262501&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 Not only is Joe "Jellybean" Bryant coach of the Boston Frenzy, for one game, he will be a player too. Joe Bryant will suit up for the Frenzy's game this Sunday against the New Jersey Skycats. The New Jersey - Boston game will take place at the Bill Bradley Center located at Ramapo College in Mahwah, NJ at 2PM. Source:USBasket.com I wonder, has an NBA coach ever done... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262502&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 ...so are the days of the Portland Reign. Today's report from the Portland Tribune says that the Reign are planning to go on their scheduled road trip. I don't get it. One day they are facing a shut down and the next they are readying for the road? I thought it was lack of funds that has been causing teams to forfeit games. The Portland Reign are one of few that make the effort to travel. If they are willing to do this, then why the rumors of folding? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262503&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 A blurb over at USBasket.com says that the Portland Reign are likely to cease operations. It also reports that the Portland Reign website is down. So far today I have been able to get to it. However, it does say this: The Following Home Games H... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262504&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 "Fans of the Portland Reign can at least expect an American Basketball Association opponent for Sunday’s 2 p.m. game with the Utah Snowbears at Warner Pacific College..." Source: Portland Tribune Kudos to the Portland Tribune http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262505&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 Portland, OR. The ABA Portland professional basketball team today announced that they are looking for three players to fill out their roster due to vacancies created by call-ups. According to Terry Emmert, team co-owner, "This is quite unusual; we were really beginning to jell and feel comfortable with our team. And now, we're looking for a good center and tw... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262506&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 SIX forfeits! This is really ridiculous. The Reign are 8-5. Source: Portland Tribune Next game: Reign @ Bellevue (yes, they will go) Thursday 12/30. I'd like to know why a team is even allowed to be a part of the ABA if they refuse to travel? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262507&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 Ha Seung Jin awaits his turn on the NBA hardwood. This is Ha at the Blazer/Sixer game. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262508&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 As if losing a coach and your "big guy" weren't bad enough, how about not even being able to count on your schedule. It looks to me like the Portland Reign are in a world of hurt. How can you have an effective league with chaos like this going on? I have a feeling this is a league-wide problem. "...The Reign’s season has been hampered significantly by the fact visiting teams won’t show up. Teams from Fresno, Calif., Los Angeles, ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262509&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 The Reign have not only lost Ha Seung Jin, they have also lost their coach. Antonio Harvey has quit. The Portland Reign's new coach is Phil Garver. Source: USBasket.com "...The Portland Reign’s expansion season in the American Basketball Association continues to be a challenging one, with coach Antonio Harvey’s resignation this ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262510&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 This is a great day for Ha but it is surely a bad day for the Portland Reign. The Portland Trail Blazers have signed Center Ha Seung-Jin. The 7-foot-3, 305-pound rookie was selected by the Trail Blazers in the second round of the 2004 NBA Draft. Ha had been playing with the Portland Reign of the American Basketball Association. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262511&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 "Indianapolis, IN. The ABA today announced that Las Vegas has been chosen to host the 2005 All Star Weekend. According to Joe Newman, ABA CEO, "We are very excited about having the first ABA All Star Weekend in the Entertainment Capital of the World..." Source: OurSportsCentral.com http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262512&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 According to ABALive, the Portland Reign defeated the Calgary Drillers 112-100 (listed under recent games). However, the Reign were scheduled to play Las Vegas at Franklin High ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262513&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 The Portland Reign vs Las Vegas game scheduled for December 22nd will not be played at Warner Pacific College. The game will be held at Franklin High School: 5405 SE Woodward. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262514&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 "The Reign’s challenging expansion season continued Saturday (12/18) and Sunday (12/19) when the Los Angeles Stars, who had been featuring former NBA player Cedric Ceballos, didn’t show up for scheduled games in Portland. The Reign notched forfeit victories and played noncounting scrimmage games instead." Source: Portland Tribune (at the bottom) http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262515&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 "...[Terry] Emmert, a prominent Portland businessman, is the reason the Reign are still playing today and have any hope of playing in the future. He has financially salvaged and sustained the team for the past five weeks.He says he’s doing all that for two simple reasons: It’s fun, and he likes basketball.And he’s hoping Portland fans reciprocate the emotions, especially Wednesday when the Reign play host to the Las Vegas Rattlers at 7 p.m.... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262516&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:47 I am glad that they finally bit the bullet on this one. Today's Portland Tribune is reporting that the Reign are calling it quits, but not without giving Emmert a chance to take a few pot shots. "Terry Emmert, the main supporter of the Portland Reign for the past three months, says he’s through with the American Basketb... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1262493&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:04:46 You only get one chance to be rookie of the year, and Brandon Roy got his wish fulfilled this year. He averaged 16.8 points, 4 assists, and 35.4 minutes per game. Way to go Brandon, we're proud of you! http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261942&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 Portland Trail Blazers lost 109-93 to the Denver Nuggets. Although it was only his 2nd game with the Nuggets, Steve Blake proves himself to be a player to watch. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261943&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 The Portland Trailblazers lost by ten points to the playoff bound Phoenix Suns 106-96 to end the season 21 and 61. This season was not very satisfying and I am curious to see what changes are made to help this team get back on top for the 2006-2007 season. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261944&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 Somehow the Portland Trailblazers have not been able to break out of their slump. It is painful to watch and I am ready to just call it quits for the season. Fortunately baseball is firing up and my Seattle Mariners are looking pretty good right now compared to the sore stomach I get from watching the Trailblazers lately. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261945&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 The Portland Trailblazers had a chance to win against the Dallas Mavericks this week but just had no answer for Dirk Nowitzki who dominated the boards with 33 points. Zach Randolph made a good showing with 29 points but it was not enough as the Mavericks surged ahead for the win. I think Zach Randolph is the best player on this team. I say we keep him and fire everyone else. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261946&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 Wednesday’s loss to the San Antonio Spurs took the Portland Trailblazers down to 16-28. I find it comforting to focus on nearby Seattle’s good fortune. The Seattle Seahawks will be performing in the Super Bowl in two days and excitement is high. Go Seahawks! http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261947&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 A new debate has aroused my thoughts, a debate that will probably continue for ages to come. The question being; who is better Shaquille O’Neal or Wilt Chamberlin? Now before anyone decides to answer this question, one should take time to think about it. To think about all the factors that comes into play. For one I am not a big fan of Shaq but the man is very good at what he does and will some day join Wilt in the Basketball Hall of Fame. But co... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261948&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 I guess this year was the year to beat the odds. First the Miluakee Bucks beat out the Atlanta Hawks for the number one draft pick in the draft lottery. That is despite the Hawks having a 25% chance of getting the number pick, which happened to be the best chance for any team. Then there is your Trail Blazers who beat the odds themselves by receiving the number 3 pick overall and the 35th pick as well. So stay tuned, you loyal T’blazer fans, to s... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261949&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 Just wondering how many you Trailblazer fans out there are really Trailblazer fans? How many of your fans jumped off the band wagon because of the Trailblazer had a bad season, and for those of you loyal enough to follow this team all season, when did you become T’blazer fans? How did you become T’blazer fans? And why did you become a T’blazer fan? http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261950&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 Good news in Portland, the team has decided to use there option to give General Manager John Nash an extension on his contract. John Nash will continue to be the sixth GM in T'’Blazers franchise history. Nash'’s job oversees the all the day-to-day basketball operations and most importantly he is responsible for all player personnel decisions, so that means trades, draft picks, and free agents. “"We are very pleased to announce that John Na... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261951&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 The 2005-2006 BlazerDancer tryouts are here! Tryouts will be held June 11 and June 12 and the finals will be June 18. Dancer audition prelims will take place at Camas High School, in the gymnasium. The finals will also take place at Camas High School, in the auditorium. A BlazerDancer audition clinic will also be available for those who would like to attend and costs $15. The clinic will take place on June 4, also at Camas High School, i... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261952&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 from the official site of the Portland Trail Blazers On Thursday, April 21, Sebastian Telfair made his film debut in the movie, Through the Fire. The movie was directed by Jonathon Hock and premiered at Robert DeNiro's Tribeca Film Festival in New York. "It was such a wonderful experience. And to have my name mentioned with Robert DeNiro and this film festival is overwhelming!" said Telfair. http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261953&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 I am pretty sure in Portland right now that fans are happy for once, but that probably won’t last long since the playoffs are far out of the picture for the Portland Trail Blazers who don’t have any excuses. The Trail Blazer’s traveled over to New Orleans to take on the Hornets and beat them in the final score of 90-81. "Losing beats you down," Abdur-Rahim said. "It feels good to win. It's good for everybody." I ... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261954&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47 The season has not gone at all in Portland’s favor at all. The Trail Blazers lost 103-97 to the Nuggets Saturday night making 19 out of the last 22 games that Portland lost. That also means the interim coach Kevin Pritchard has just won two games since he became the head coach. Damon Stoudamire led his team with 27 points, Shareef Abdur-Rahim added 20 points of his own, and Sebastian Telfair had 16 points and added a season high 10 assists for hi... http://rd.sportsblogs.org/viewEntry.php?id=1261955&src=rss 2008-07-06T00:03:47