I just want to click on the links all day!
Sorry, I know that song is God-awful, but I’m trying to make a point here. All you happily employed workers (or unhappily, in which case you better quit your whining or you’ll get laid off like the rest of us), I promise you this. If you click and read all these links not only will your minds be full, you’ll be up on the latest trends and you’ll have something to talk about at the bar tonight, but you’ll be that much closer to the weekend.
–Today I was reminded how much I like reading Bill Simmons when he’s talking about the NBA. His Trade Value story a week ago was good, his recent Baron Davis piece was entertaining (albeit a little too jock-sniffy), but today’s column about the financial problems of the NBA is an absolute must-read for any NBA fan. This is one of the first times I’ve seen Simmons put his increased access to great use, and he absolutely shreds Tracy McGrady in grand fashion. (ESPN…duh)
–Speaking of all things Boston, here’s a plethora of Stephon Marbury links. He’s a Celtic now, you know. For those of you who don’t know, that means he has gone from insane and greedy to tough and an outstanding teammate. (Celticsblog)
–Matt Steinmetz reports that after Jamal Crawford sits tonight, Stephen Jackson will sit Sunday’s game against Utah and Andris Biedrins on Friday against the Pistons. Corey Maggette will sit sometime as well, we just don’t know when. Maybe they’re giving Maggette at least two weeks notice so he can get a better price on Southwest tickets for when he flies down to L.A. for treatment. (GSW Examiner)
–Scott Boras says Manny will accept the Dodgers’ 2-year, $45 million offer as long as the money isn’t deferred. Frank McCourt responds by burning Boras in effigy in front of his guest house. OK, that last part I made up. (MLB.com)
–Duke Neukom doesn’t rule out the Giants signing Manny, but says teams other than the Dodgers may be interested. (Extra Baggs)
–Your Tim Lincecum 2009 projection, featuring a 377/55 K/BB ratio. (McCovey Chronicles)
–The A’s might sign Nomar Garciaparra. No word on whether or not they’re looking into bringing Mo Vaughn out of retirement. (Athletics Nation)
–The 49ers admit Mike Nolan is an idiot, bring back fullback Moran Norris to a 3-year deal. Wait, you mean blocking for Frank Gore might help him near the goal line? Naaahhhh… (Niners Nation)
–Maurice Clarett has a blog, which means I’m in better company than I thought. (Deadspin)
–”Tommy from Quinzee” is predictably upset about the Pats trading Mike Vrabel to the Chiefs, then talks himself into the move. “Pioli, YOU JUST GAWT BELICHECKED!” (Kissing Suzy Kolber)
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