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When the Plan Doesn’t Work

May 29, 2018bpLeave a Comment

NBA Playoffs: No, They have Not Ended And Really, the End is not Near

May 23, 2018May 23, 2018bpLeave a Comment

The NBA Playoffs continue. I love it. I know you do too. I could stop here… but wait, there’s more! Two competitive, if not always good, series have emerged in the Conference Semifinals. Eastern Conference Semifinals (Boston Celtics (2) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (4)) Status: The series is tied 2-2. Game five is tonight, back in Boston. […]

NBA Playoffs Reduced

April 23, 2018bpLeave a Comment

The first round of the NBA Playoffs continues this evening. With one exception (sorry, Portland) each series remains interesting. Some spare thoughts: Eastern Conference 1. Toronto Raptors (1) vs. Washington Wizards (8) (series tied 2-2) Both teams have held serve at home, with very little by way of competitive games prior to Sunday when the […]

The NFL has a “Lowering the Head Rule” and it Could Change Everything

March 28, 2018March 28, 2018bpLeave a Comment

Orlando, Fla.: NFL owners shocked the world on Tuesday, passing a new NFL rule that will penalize a player 15 yards, and lead to possible ejection, for lowering his head to initiate, and making, contact with his helmet against an opponent. The rule will apply to runners and even blockers, in addition to the defense. […]