Random

This week's blog is going to be random and all over the place, so bare with me.

In college hoops, both Louisville and UCLA have four players that average double figures for points. Now, I wouldn't be surprised if those two teams weren't the only ones to feature such prolific scoring, but they're the only two I know about, so I'm gonna be impressed by them. I really like the way Louisville has been coming on as of late, and if anyone saw the UCLA game last Saturday, it was more like a dunk contest against Oregon. The Bruins trailed much of the contest, but pulled out a 10-point win.

On a sadder note, Myron Cope, the longtime Steelers radio broadcaster died the other day. It's not too depressing being that he was in his seventies, and retired in 2004 due to health issues, but nonetheless, it's the passing of a Pittsburgh icon and the voice of the Steelers. He created the Terrible Towel, and captivated many a fan who could be seen at Three Rivers Stadium or Heinz Field wearing headphones while watching the game. He coined the term Bungals among many others. RIP Myron, you'll be missed, forever loved, and always a part of the Steelers family.

Speaking of Pittsburgh, a Jets fan told me yesterday that Alan Faneca could go to the Jets. It's only hearsay, I know, but like Plaxico Burress and Antione Randle El, he's going to be hard to let go. He's been the anchor of the offensive line. I guess it's time for Hofstra grad Willie Colon to step up and become a leader. PS-If anyone knows where I can get a Willie Colon jersey, let me know. I'll pay you just for the tip.

I was in West Virginia last weekend having all sorts of a great time, and was told at a bar by a football player that Steve Slaton was entering the NFL draft. I didn't believe it, but insisted that it was the stupidest move he could make. The Morgantown paper Saturday morning informed me that the guy was telling the truth. Apparently the running backs coach left when Rodriguez hopped ship, and Slaton didn't want to stick around with a new coach. As much as I think he should stay with Pat White for their senior years, I can't blame Slaton for going to the draft. But who is going to remember him for anything other than that horrible performance against Pittsburgh?

Finally let's take a look at the NBA. LeBron James recently reached 10,000 career points. He is the youngest player to do this. Because of the new rule that makes high school phenoms to play at least a year in college, LeBron will likely forever be the youngest player to do a lot of other things as well. I hate that rule, don't get me started. All I'll say for now is that it ruins college ball. Programs have to cater to a kid for a year than he's gone. Coaches can't build programs anymore, and now dynasties like the UCLAs of the '70s and UNLV and Dukes of the early 1990s will likely never happen again. Ugh!

Meanwhile, out west the Spurs beat the Mavericks. Duncan scored 31 and grabbed 15 boards. What a beast. Seriously, everyone's talking about LeBron, Kobe, yadda yadda, but I gotta go with Tim Duncan being the best in the league. Either him or KG in Boston. The Lakers rolled over the Heat, winning their 10th straight. They're 11-1 since acquiring Pau Gasol. Nice move, and seriously, keep an eye on the Lakers in the west. I love the Warriors, but the Lakers are gonna do something come playoff time.