SLC Dunk

Apparently it takes only 20 years to become Director of Basketball Operations. I didn't know that the balls required surgeries. I guess they play 82 games+ as well. But to become lead scout, it takes 30. Jazz Promote Smith

basketballjohn — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:54:58 -0000

http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20080703/capt.dd36b992f0354bc2a9ff244b6b50916f.jazz_moves_basketball_slc102.jpg Apparently it takes only 20 years to become Director of Basketball Operations. I didn't know that the balls required surgeries. I guess they play 82 games+ as well. But to become lead scout, it takes 30. Jazz Promote Smith

Oklahoma City Supersonics

DaniellelovesKK — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 23:50:44 -0000

It doesn't quite have the same ring to it. This is just another way that Stern has ruined the NBA. http://msn.foxsports.com/nba/story/8286654?MSNHPHMA

NBA.tv preview of Kosta Koufos. I love how they keep referring to Kosta as a European player, that he might head back to Europe, and that he's from Greece.

basketballjohn — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 23:10:27 -0000

NBA.tv preview of Kosta Koufos. I love how they keep referring to Kosta as a European player, that he might head back to Europe, and that he's from Greece.

NBA.com: Report: Paul, Hornets Nearing Contract Extension

basketballjohn — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 22:19:29 -0000

Looks like Paul will get his deal first. That might set the tone for Deron's contract. http://www.nba.com//news/paul_080701.html

Jaycee Carroll at the Revue

basketballjohn — Tue, 01 Jul 2008 14:49:58 -0000

According to KFAN, it looks like USU standout Jaycee Carroll will play with the Nets in summer league and be at the Revue. Should bring in a lot of USU/Wyoming fans. http://www.thefansports.com/blog/1/2008/07/Jaycee-Carroll-signs-with-New-Jersey-Nets.cfm

via media.tumblr.com

basketballjohn — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:21:52 -0000

http://media.tumblr.com/3U5wfj1yY5qf0riz5L03vA6B_500.jpg via media.tumblr.com

via media.tumblr.com Raul Lopez jersey sighting. I didn't even know that they made a jersey for him. Glad that Mansap has done the number proud.

basketballjohn — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:02:43 -0000

http://media.tumblr.com/3U5wfj1yY6g4dhiowU926fPa_500.jpg via media.tumblr.com Raul Lopez jersey sighting. I didn't even know that they made a jersey for him. Glad that Mansap has done the number proud.

DWill Olympics Announcement Interview

moni — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 23:54:33 -0000

also, there's a video of the press conference for the previously posted mp3 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ue4h_Win-s&sdig=1

MP3 of DWill's press conference

moni — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:38:07 -0000

http://www.thefansports.com/blog/1/2008/06/0623-Deron-Williams-Press-Conference.cfm

It's official, DWill is going to Beijing

moni — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 23:37:06 -0000

http://sports.yahoo.com/olympics/news;_ylt=AnXAvROLhf14GYlJGiRJQuC8vLYF?slug=ap-bko-usteam&prov=ap&type=lgns

No draft party?

basketballjohn — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 16:16:13 -0000

I have to say this would suck. The Jazz have had a draft party at the ESA the past couple of years and it doesn't seem like there are plans to have one this year. I don't know why they would suddenly stop doing this. It's great to be around a bunch of other crazy Jazz fans and to hear all of the thoughts on who should be drafted. KOC even told the crowd who the pick was going to be right after he had phoned it in to the NBA. It was great to see the behind-the-scenes action while watching to draft on ESPN. It will be a shame if they don't have it this year. All they have to do is open the ESA and pay a few people to cover concessions (okay, maybe a little more than that). No one will care if they don't have the free hot dog and drink. What a wasted opportunity. There are die-hard Jazz fans that live for this kind of thing. Let's hope there's a quick about face to get this done. http://www.deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,700237193,00.html?pg=2

Boston won, in a blowout. I kinda figured they would win, but I thought it would be in a dramati...

DaniellelovesKK — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:10:51 -0000

Boston won, in a blowout. I kinda figured they would win, but I thought it would be in a dramatic game 7 and I definitely see them winning by nearly 40 points. KG looked like a crazy person in the post-game interview.

via extras.mnginteractive.com Deron Williams or Tiger Woods?

basketballjohn — Tue, 17 Jun 2008 15:54:09 -0000

via extras.mnginteractive.com Deron Williams or Tiger Woods?

Dee's summer league schedule

basketballjohn — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 20:12:23 -0000

Dee will be back on the summer league circuit, just not with the Jazz. He'll be working out with the Sonics in Orlando and Detroit at the Vegas summer league. It would be great to see him get picked up by someone. http://deebrown11.com/blog/index.php?nid=696&type=journal

Deseret News | Utah Jazz owner Miller hospitalized

basketballjohn — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 17:45:40 -0000

Looks like Larry is in the hospital with complications from diabetes. He's expected to have a full recovery. http://www.deseretnews.com/article/1,5143,700235200,00.html

ESPN - Who will make the Beijing roster?

moni — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 07:08:07 -0000

(they think both DWill and Booz will make it) http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/columns/story?columnist=sheridan_chris&page=TeamUSA-080615

Jazz & Pistons... trade partners?

UtesFan89 — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 14:18:01 -0000

Chad Ford came up with the idea. I just added my 2 cents to it all. Booze, Almond, Brewer & Flop for Prince & Hamilton... Yay or nay? http://theutahjazz.wordpress.com/2008/06/13/jazz-pistons-trade-partners/

ESPN - U.S. to cut short basketball tryouts, name team before camp - Olympic Basketball

basketballjohn — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 15:25:15 -0000

Looks like they're going to pick the US team without tryouts. Although Colangelo will be flying out to see Wade and Paul play. Is that bad news for Deron? http://sports.espn.go.com/oly/olybb/news/story?id=3436102

Nike Sharkley C-Booz Edition

basketballjohn — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 20:41:28 -0000

Boozer's latest shoes from Nike. http://www.bouncemag.com/2008/06/10/carlos-boozer-nike-sharkley-house-of-hoops-beaverton/

I just got back from spending the weekend in LA. And I'll admit that I was very jealous of the c...

DaniellelovesKK — Mon, 02 Jun 2008 18:13:37 -0000

I just got back from spending the weekend in LA. And I'll admit that I was very jealous of the celebratory mood down there. I wonder if ratings will go down for the finals?? Is anyone even going to watch? I know I'm not.