A Christmas Story review

HHHEEELLLLLLOOOOOOOOOOOO, UNIVERSE! Just recently hit 1,000 views thanks to you! I don’t know if it was an accident (that’s what she said) or not, but I hope this trend continues. Hope all of y’all are doing wonderful on… CHRISTMAS! That’s right. Happy Christmas to all my folks out there! Spend quality time with those you love since not everyone has the chance to.

That’s me, of course, with my delicious six pack

                                   

Since it’s Christmas and all, why not make this a special one? To keep up with the holiday theme, I’m going to write a non-traditional review of a movie I’m sure you’ve all seen a MILLION TIMES like I have. It might not even come out as a review. AT ALL. As if it hasn’t been flooding TBS or any other family channel… you think you have it figured out?

DUN… DUN… DUN…

I can’t express enough how much I have seen this movie over the past five or so years. Every December, I catch this on television and it’s still as good as ever. Even after I have seen it during the day/night, I could catch it another time and sit through it again. It’s definitely one of my favorite films. OF ALL TIME.

Enough with my jibba jabba and onto the goodies!

What’s the deal: One word. Official Red Ryder Carbine-Action-Two-Hundred-Shot Range Model Air Rifle. Ok, maybe that wasn’t EXACTLY one word but if you say it as diligently and ecstatic as our protagonist, Ralphie, you would’ve thought that was one word. Every kid’s dream is to receive that ONE, ideal special toy that tops any other presents they get. The same toy they sought for and would go at any costs in obtaining it. Ralphie, a nine-year-old boy from parents of two, is set on persuasion from his parents, to his middle school teacher, and even to a mall Santa Claus that this BB gun is the ideal and perfect gift for him. It’s the only thing he wants.

Somebody, please do this and tell me if it’s true

           

Get to the point: Of course, nobody says this was going to be easy for little Ralphie. Deception is Ralphie’s best friend. Even though he clearly expresses that he wants this toy, Ralphie is challenged with obstacles in trying to gets others to see that this is what he really wants. Nobody wants a football, and anything that’ll “shoot your eye out” is ok with Ralphie.

When Ralphie tells his mother that he wants the BB gun for Christmas, she proclaims: “No, you’ll shoot your eye out.” When Ralphie is in school and his teacher gives the students a theme to write about what they want for Christmas, Ralphie jumps all over it and writes about his desire for the Red Ryder BB gun. Sweetening up to his teacher with a fruit basket in hopes that she’ll give him an A++++++ and agreeing that this is what he should get, Ralphie wants her to think it’s ok to receive this gift. Albeit getting a C+, his teacher also doesn’t approve of getting a dangerous toy and writes on the bottom of his essay: “P.S. You’ll shoot your eye out!”

A recurring theme?

You’ll need to think twice about that.

Not a lamp; it’s a MAJOR AWARD

                                              

Later, Ralphie and his family visit Santa Claus at a mall and Ralphie asks for the Red Ryder BB gun to which Mr. Claus replies: “You’ll shoot your eye out, kid. Merry Christmas!” and receives a push, down a slide on his face, with his big ol’ boot.

“I want a rifle. :D”  “NO.” FAIL

                                             

When it comes down to the actual Christmas day, Ralphie and his brother frantically open their presents. Wrappings, and wrappings, and wrappings of paper later, Ralphie has not opened one gift containing the BB gun. With all hope seemingly down the drain, Ralphie is assured to have gone through yet another disappointing Christmas. Maybe next Christmas. That is until Ralphie’s eccentric dad tells Ralphie to look in the corner of the desk, hinting that Santa Claus left one more gift. An unsure, but eager Ralphie rips through the wrapping paper to unveil the very gift he had been longing for.

A kid’s dream has been fulfilled.

Dreams do come true if you believe

                                   

With the family celebrating one of America’s most beloved holidays, the film ends on a high note symbolizing togetherness, comfort, and surprise.

Worth watching?: A. B. S. O. L. U. T. E. L. Y. There is everything to love about a feel- good family flick that inspires families to come together. The voiceover narration is a brilliant technique that, incredibly, is not seen too often nowadays. The pacing of the film is on point and it transitions smoothly in narration. The acting is top notch as every character has a defined role. Execution is what makes this movie outstanding.

Remember, everyone, be sure to drink your ovaltine; never use the “F-dash-dash-dash” word, and have a safe Christmas and New Years!

I leave you with a parting gift:

Thoughts on the Boston Celtics 12/19/10

What’s happening, y’all? Hope everyone’s well. Back again for like the 11^th time? I need to get into a habit and post more often but things just don’t work out that way! I run a reckless schedule and it doesn’t seem to benefit me in any way. But, what’s the fun in that if everything goes well? NOTHING!

I’m in dire need of a change. I feel like my blog is kind of plain and it could definitely use an upgrade. I should work on it a little more, don’t you think? I also think if I’m going to write reviews/thoughts on whatever subject, I should make some sort of “catchy” motto or something. You would like that, right? RIGHT? Maybe a banner or something flashy would do. If anyone is good with HTML out there and wouldn’t mind helping, holler at your boy! For serious!

Anyways…

Now that that’s out the way, it’s time to give some thoughts on the Boston Celtics. Which leads me to?

YOWWWWWWZER!

10 Thoughts

1)   The guys in green are arguably the hottest team in the NBA right now. Aside from the Miami Heat who are also scorching with a 12-game win streak and finally finding team chemistry, the C’s stand at 21-4 after 25 games; are at a 12-game winning streak of their own, and doing so with the team UNHEALTHY. Delonte West is out indefinitely with a broken wrist; Kendrick Perkins isn’t due back until January/February; Rajon Rondo will miss about a week or two with a sprained ankle and stingy hamstring; Shaquille O’Neal hasn’t played in over a week but may be coming back soon; and Jermaine O’Neal hasn’t played in about a month. I can’t stress this enough but IF and WHEN the Celtics are all healthy come playoff time, this will be one scary team.

2)  With all the bigs that are injured right now, how great has Semih Erden been playing the past couple of games? The more I watch this man play, the more I love him and his game. He has filled in admirably and is playing some important minutes. The best thing about him? HE ISN’T TOTALLY HEALTHY, EITHER! He’s wearing that scrubby, one-sleeved t-shirt that we see most college players wear. The man’s shoulder isn’t in the best condition, but he’s grinding it out. He’s got soft hands and has great vision when catching the ball. He’s really important to the team right now and losing him in any way would be catastrophic. It’s impressive how he’s adapting to the NBA when he can’t speak a lick of English. Kudos to you, Mr. Erden.

Showing ‘em who’s boss

                                  

3)    Another man who has been stepping up BIG is Glen “Big Belly” Davis (as I like to call him). Too bad the league doesn’t categorize taking “charges” as a major statistic because we all know he’s leading it. “Big Baby” is growing up before our eyes and is making a strong case to become the 6^th man of the year.

4)  

5)   With Rajon Rondo out for at least a week, I would like to see Avery Bradley play some serious minutes when subbing for Nate Robinson. I know Doc Rivers is probably hesitant to play Bradley because he’s unproven and rightfully so. I read that he’s more of a combo guard than anything; he’s got an ok jump shot and plays terrific defense. Now would be a good time to incorporate some of his skills and see what this kid really has to offer.

6)   Going back to Rondo, I hope the C’s don’t rush him back. Let him take the necessary time to fully recover. The last thing the Celtics need is for him to come back prematurely and reinjure himself and BUDDHA FORBID it being a serious one. Paul Pierce will probably be being playing more of a point-forward going on. It’s not worth it for Rondo to come back short term and then lose him to another injury LONG TERM. He’s key on the Celtics getting back to the Finals. As Charles Barkley said about Rondo: “He is the engine that stirs the drink.” LULZ.

Or did you mean, “He is the straw that stirs the engine”?

           

7)    So their win streak is at 12 right now. Is it crazy that I think they can get it to 20? I mean look at their upcoming schedule. They’re playing Indiana, Philadelphia, Orlando (who just had a trade with Phoenix/Washington), Indiana (again), Detroit, New Orleans, Toronto, and then Minnesota. These are eight winnable games that they SHOULD win. Then again, we all know what happened there… *OKC and TORONTO*

8)    How ironic is it that the “Big Three” are seemingly the healthiest out of the whole team? Whodathunkit? Who said age matters! In all seriousness, I hope they stay that way. HOPE.

9)    Luke Harangody is basically the Brian Scalabrine of today. Why must they always pick on the white guy! At least this time he’s just white and not a ginger because we all know they don’t have souls. Kidding. Or am I?

10)   MARQUIS DANIELS. ENOUGH SAID. #beleedat.

Have a wonderful day!

WWE RAW review for 12/13/10

AHHHHHH, I’m falling behind in my blogging. I am so sorry. On a good week, I can usually dish out at least three blogs. On a subpar week, the best you’ll get is two. If I only post one a week, it means I’m either lazy or had a lot of things on my plate. But, for now, I have something to post! I haven’t posted this in this month so…

So…

…so

…so….

BAM!

This week is another special three-hour edition and it so happens to be one of my favorite gimmicky shows: Slammy Awards!

Even scripted wrestling gets its own awards

           

I won’t be going all out to review EVERY single thing that happened; I’m only going to write about the award categories, winners, and if I agree with said winners. ANYWAYS…

LIVE! from New Orleans, Louisiana (home of the not-talked-about reigning champions New Orleans Saints), we’re joined at ringside with three past Slammy award winners, Jerry “The King” Lawler, C.M. Punk, and Michael “And I Quote” Cole.

We’re underway with our first award of the Slammy’s and presenting it is… DAVID ARQUETTE? A former WCW World Heavyweight Champion in his own (and forgettable) right, he comes out sounding drunk and heelish rambling about his past championship reign and mentions READY TO RUMBLE. I’ve seen that and all its hilarity, by the way. He presents to us our first category: 

SHOCKER OF THE YEAR

 

-       The Miz cashes in Money in the Bank to become WWE Champion

-       The Nexus debuts

-       Paul Bearer turns on The Undertaker

-       Randy Orton punts Chris Jericho

WINNER: The Nexus debuts

·        No question about the winner of the first award. The Nexus deserves this award because anyone who watches wrestling on a regular basis like myself DID NOT see this coming. The formation of the NXT Season One rookies gave something we haven’t seen in awhile, a legit formation of a GROUP. Something reminiscent of a group called the nWo. Remember that one? Bask in all its glory if you want to see how this group came about. 

Presenting our next award is Kelly Kelly and Tyson Kidd with his big ol’ bodyguard, Jackson Andrews. BUDDHA CHRIST ALMIGHTY, this is one big mamajama. 

Categories are:

Despicable Me Award

-       Drew McIntyre humiliates Theodore Long

-       Kane buries The Undertaker alive

-       Mr. McMahon makes a truce with Bret Hart, then kicks him in the groin

-       C.M. Punk sings “Happy Birthday” to Rey Mysterio’s daughter

WINNER: C.M. Punk sings “Happy Birthday” to Rey Mysterio’s daughter

·        As big of a C.M. Punk fan that I am, I wanted Mr. McMahon to win it. If you know the history behind the Montreal “screwjob,” you would agree with me that Bret Hart coming back to the WWE and looking to bury the hatchet was a big deal. Not only did Mr. McMahon fake his apology to Bret, he wanted it to be known that “Bret screwed Bret.” That’s what you call despicable. But, I’m fine with C.M. Punk winning this award. Would you want someone singing “Happy Birthday” to you like this?

Up next, we have the WWE Tag Team Champions, Santino Marella and Vladimir Kozlov, presenting the next award. The nominees are for:

Guest Star Shining Moment of the Year

-       Mike Tyson punches out Chris Jericho

-       Pee-Wee Herman vs. The Miz

-       Wayne Brady gets RKO’d by Randy Orton

-       William Shatner sings WWE entrance themes

WINNER: Pee-Wee Herman vs. The Miz

·        Not much to say about this because I thought the whole “Guest Host” thing was dumb. Pee-Wee Herman creeps the HELL out of me. So, all I have to say is… DUD.

Creeping at a house near you

                                   

Moving along, we have Jerry “The King” Lawler and Vicki Guerrero presenting the next award. They poke fun at each other but with Lawler getting the best out of it with the fat jokes on Guerrero. The award goes for:

Holy $#!+ Move of the Year

-       John Morrison dives off the set onto Daniel Bryan and The Miz

-       Kofi Kingston hits Drew McIntyre with a legdrop off a ladder

-       John Cena’s Attitude Adjustment on Batista through the stage

-       Randy Orton RKOs a flying Evan Bourne.

WINNER: John Cena’s Attitude Adjustment on Batista through the stage

·       THEY GOT THIS ONE WRONG! WRONG, WRONG, WRONG! WRONG! Randy Orton’s RKO on a flying Evan Bourne should’ve won this. WITHOUT A DOUBT. I’ll let you be the judge here. Which one is cooler and more impressive? John Cena’s or Randy Orton’s. That’s what I thought!

And now we have David Arquette AGAIN presenting another award. This time, instead of a formal suit, Arquette comes out dressing like ELVIS? Anyways, the nominees are:

WWE Universe Fan Reaction of the Year

-       Weird kid reacting to John Cena joining The Nexus

-       Loser crying when Shawn Michaels’ career ended at Wrestlemania 26

-       Dumbstruck moron for something?

-       Angry demon girl reacting to The Miz beating Randy Orton and becoming WWE Champion

WINNER: “Angry Miz Girl” Cayley

·      Hahahahaha, I agree with this one. Why? Just take a look below.

Scarier than the Exorcist and Ring girl combined

       

Now, for our next presentation, we have Edge and his buddy Christian. Great seeing these two together again. Now if only I had the benefit of flash photography and some five second poses.

Totally reek of awesomeness

“Oh Snap” Meltdown of the Year

-       Big Show destroys Jack Swagger’s trophies

-       Alberto Del Rio injures Rey Mysterio’s arm with a steel chair

-       Edge destroys the anonymous GM’s computer

-       Batista quits WWE

WINNER: Edge destroys the anonymous GM’s computer

·        It’s arguable between these two choices: Edge and Batista. Edge argues with a computer; Batista quits the WWE but in a temper-tantrum way. I would’ve gone with Batista but that’s just me.

Up next we have JTG and William Regal to present the next award:

Knucklehead Moment of the Year

-       Big Show unmasks a bald C.M. Punk

-       Lay-Cool gets beat by Mae Young

-       Beth Phoenix eliminates The Great Khali from the Royal Rumble

-       Santino Marella gets out-danced by Vladimir Kozlov

WINNER: Lay-Cool gets beat by Mae Young

·        No argument here. The best part about this wasn’t the fact that Lay-Cool got beat by an old woman, but the fact that Mae Young swore on a PG show. AWESOME. Check it out here.

Meanwhile, right after Lay-Cool received their award, we get a match that will determine who the Diva of the Year is. Yeah, the females actually have to COMPETE to determine that. Weird, huh? So…

Diva of the Year Award

-       Kelly Kelly, Eve, Maryse, Nikki Bella, Brie Bella, Rosa Mendes, Melina, Alicia Fox, Kaitlyn, Tamina, Gail Kim, Beth Phoenix, Natalya, Layla, Michelle McCool

WINNER: Michelle McCool

·        Can’t really argue with this one. Lay-Cool has been the only consistent divas in the year. It doesn’t hurt the fact that Michelle McCool is also the wife of The Undertaker, so that bumped her chances even higher.

Getting tired yet? Imagine if I also included the matches and backstage segments. This is already long as it is. That’s what she said. Up next, we have Big Show presenting the award for:

WWE Moment of the Year

-       John Cena counts the pinfall that gets him fired from WWE

-       Sheamus attacks Triple H with a lead pipe

-       Edge Spears Chris Jericho through the barricade at WrestleMania

-       The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania XXVI

WINNER: The Undertaker vs. Shawn Michaels at WrestleMania XXVI

·        NO QUESTION ABOUT IT. If you have not seen this match, you should go and do yourself the favor to. Classic match with great storytelling and psychology that every wrestler should die to learn. It was a bout between the Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak against Shawn Michaels’ legendary career. This was deserving.

Be inspired

                                   

Presenting next is Michael “And I Quote” Cole. The award goes for:

“And I Quote…” Line of the Year

-       Way too many to name

WINNER: Michael Cole

·        Can’t even argue with this one either. Michael Cole turned three words “AND I QUOTE” into one of the most annoying phrases I have ever heard. This is deserving to be undeserving if that makes any sense.

Now, for the final award. Theodore Long comes out to present the award for:

WWE Superstar of the Year

-       Edge

-       The Miz

-       Kane

-       John Cena

-       Rey Mysterio

-       Randy Orton

WINNER: John Cena

·        Not even surprised that John Cena won this award. How they decide this I have no idea. There are no criteria on what they base to be the Superstar of the Year. Is it on matches? Quality of promos? Work rate? Who knows. The WWE choses whoever they please, I guess. John Cena is their poster boy so I guess that makes him a winner.

Final Thoughts: LOOOOOOOOOOOOONG episode of Raw this week. They need to stop doing these three-hour editions unless it is absolutely necessary. This I was ok with because it was the Slammy’s. I also failed to mention that this episode was for the build up of the TLC pay-per-view this Sunday. Overall, the show aimed to present awards to those who felt like they needed it. The WWE are really trying to push their company as “ENTERTAINMENT” instead of just “WRESTLING.” It works in some aspects but it’s hard to claim that, especially with how everything is booked nowadays.

8/10

Carl Crawford to Boston Red Sox

MORE! BLOCKBUSTER! NEWS! Literally just days after reading about Adrian Gonzalez being traded to the Boston Red Sox, GM Theo Epstein and co. are outdoing themselves again. Reports are saying Boston agreed to a seven-year, $142 million deal with Crawford. OH MY GGGGGGGGGGAWWWWWWWWWWW…

Cheap editing skills, yet effective

Which brings me to…

10 Thoughts

1)   Pending a physical, Crawford is an UNOFFICIAL Red Sock. I don’t have any doubts; he’s going to pass it. My only beef with this signing is the money and years. Is Crawford really coveted enough to warrant that kind of deal? In my opinion, a deal like that should’ve gone to Adrian Gonzalez. You’re telling me Carl Crawford is rivaling the eight-year, $160 million to Manny Ramirez when he was with the Red Sox? Unreal. I probably would’ve given Crawford a maximum of five years, $75-80 million. $15-16 per year for the type of player Crawford is would be reasonable. Then again, that’s why I’m not a general manager. I just think they’re overpaying for his services.

2)   If I had to predict the lineup AS OF NOW (again), it would be:

Carl Crawford (LF)

Dustin Pedroia (2B)

Adrian Gonzalez (1B)

Kevin Youkilis (3B)

David Ortiz (DH)

J.D. Drew (RF)

Marco Scutaro (SS)

Jarrod Saltalamacchia (C)

Jacoby Ellsbury (CF)

Probably not the most popular lineup, but I think it’ll work. You don’t change the heart of your lineup with Pedroia, Gonzalez, and Youkilis. Having Crawford bat leadoff is a no brainer. With his speed and power, he’s easily a base threat. That’s why I moved Ellsbury to the nine spot because he’s basically a replica of Crawford minus the power. It’s a tricky lineup but if somehow Ellsbury bats and Crawford is coming up, you basically have two base threats that will cause constant distractions to the opposing team’s pitcher. Good stuff.

3)    Does Victor Martinez still believe going to the Detroit Tigers will bring him the best opportunity to win a ring? Being with just Miggy alone won’t get you rings. Who else do the Tigers have to compliment Cabrera and Martinez? I bet you’re kicking in your cleats, Victor.

It's going to hurt

                       

4)    Like I said in my previous blog post, I preferred Carl Crawford over Jayson Werth. You build a team around players who compliment and fit with what the team is looking for. It’s more than just the bop of the bat, in the case with Werth.

5)   Hope Adrian Gonzalez isn’t pissed when he hears/reads about Crawford’s contract.

6)   Some bullpen help would be nice right about now!

7)    I’m guessing Ellsbury will be platooning center field with Mike Cameron unless Ellsbury gets traded somehow. If not, Ellsbury will get the majority of games played in center depending on pitching matchups.

8)   J.D. Drew, as usual, will head to the disabled list about four to five times in 2011. That’s why I know him as “D.L. Drew.”

9)    Longshot, but what if CLIFF LEE decides he wants to come to the Red Sox? Can’t a guy dream? :D

10) THE SEASON CAN’T START SOON ENOUGH!

That is all (again).

Adrian Gonzalez to Boston Red Sox

JAAAACCCCKKKKPPPPOOOOTTTT! What’s up, y’all? REALLY good news for Red Sox fans because the higher-ups in management (well, GM Theo Epstein) are in agreement to trading three highly touted prospects and a player to be named to the San Diego Padres for All-Star first basemen Adrian Gonzalez. You have no idea how giddy I got when I saw that he was coming to Boston. SO. CHEESY. IT HURTS.

So, this brings me to…

10 Thoughts

1)    As of now, Gonzalez has already passed the first step, which was the physical. The next thing the Red Sox organization needs to do is come up with some sort of contract extension. Locking this guy up for the future will be without a doubt beneficial for the team in the long run.

2)   If I had to predict the lineup AS OF NOW, it would be:

Jacoby Ellsbury (LF)

Dustin Pedroia (2B)

Adrian Gonzalez (1B)

Kevin Youkilis (3B)

David Ortiz (DH)

J.D. Drew (RF)

Mike Cameron (CF)

Marco Scutaro (SS)

Jarrod Saltalamacchia (C)

3)   Where’s Adrian Beltre you ask? The Red Sox are probably more than likely done with trying to resign him now that Adrian Gonzalez is coming to town. There’s no room for him in the infield. He did exactly what the Red Sox had hoped for. 154 games at the hot corner while finishing the 2010 year with a .321 average/28 HR/102 RBI after a horrid 2009 in Seattle that saw him belt only 8 HRs and 44 RBIs. It helped that he was hitting in a hitter-friendly Fenway Park as oppose to that spacious outfield known as Safeco Field.

Gone will be his beastly one-knee'd HOMERUNS

                       

4)   Which brings me to why Adrian Gonzalez is the perfect fit in hitting at Fenway. In San Diego’s PETCO Park, Gonzalez was able to hit roughly 30-38 HRs and knocking in around 100-110 RBIs. Do you know inflated his numbers will be when he starts launching balls out of Fenway? With the addition of work being done to the right field wall, Gonzalez will have no problem hitting 40+ HRs and knocking 120+ RBIs. He’s also good at hitting to the opposite field so he won’t have problems bouncing balls off the Green Monster.

5)   The Red Sox are still interested in getting Carl Crawford or Jayson Werth. If I had my choice, I would go with Carl Crawford. If I’m right and the “player to be named” going along with the three prospects to San Diego is Jacoby Ellsbury, then Crawford would be the choice. Crawford possesses the speed Ellsbury has in addition to being a base stealing threat with some thump to his bat. This is only if Crawford doesn’t sign elsewhere.

6)   I’m not as bummed seeing Victor Martinez go now that they’re getting Adrian Gonzalez. The lineup would’ve looked REALLY good if the Red Sox were able to resign Martinez. That would be a scary lineup to pitch against.

7)    Great to read about Jason Varitek coming back. My doubts of him returning were not very good before Victor Martinez decided to head to Detroit. But, now that he’s back, the Red Sox will see a familiar face behind the backstop. That’s why people love Varitek; the guy is loyal and takes the hometown discount. You know he doesn’t do it for the money because he loves playing here. It’s the only place he knows.

He walks around with a “C” on his chest for a reason

                        

8)    Hopefully 2011 will be a bounce back year for both Josh Beckett and John Lackey. Can’t afford for them to pitch below average/mediocre again. They didn’t pay them the big bucks to perform “just ok.” Also, I’m hoping Jon Lester and Clay Buchholz remain consistent and dominate like they did in 2010. HOPING. Feeling indifferent about Daisuke Matsuzaka and Tim Wakefield.

9)   I keep getting reminded but I always forget that Jeremy Hermida was on the team. That’s how much I thought of him. DUD.

10)  I know injuries are part of the game, but PLEASE no freak injuries to key players AGAIN. PLEASE!!!

That is all.

LeBron James returns to Cleveland

Hey, y’all. I am back from my “few days” hiatus. Yeah, right. I just wait for the right moment to post again. I’m sure if you have been following basketball lately, the big storyline going on is the return of LBJ to Cleveland on Thursday as the Miami Heat are coming to town. Since everyone and their moms are speculating how it’s going to turn out, I figured I might as well, too.

  Miami Heat = NWO (lebroN, Wade, bOsh)

                                 

10 Thoughts

1)   The most obvious speculation is how the fans in Cleveland are going to treat LeBron’s return. Cheer? Boo? Probably 99% of the crowd is going to BOO the snot out of him. That 1% of the CHEER is going to be his family/friends. Yes, I believe he is bringing his people to witness it.

But I digress

2)   I wouldn’t be surprised if this game generated the highest rating of the regular season. Yes, even beating out any time the Heat plays the Celtics/Lakers/Magic. We already know the entire state of Ohio is going to watch it. Cleveland, especially, since they have absolutely NOTHING to cheer for since forever. That. Must. Suck.

3)   Zydrunas “Big Z” Ilgauskas’s return will be overshadowed, for obvious reasons. The Clevelanders need to at least acknowledge him and give a standing “O” when he’s introduced. It’s called RESPECT to the player who’s been there from the beginning up until now.

4)   Do you think LeBron is going to stick with his pregame ritual? You know, the whole rosin powder and flinging it above his head? How much do you want to bet that he DOESN’T do it? I’m sure he’s contemplating on whether to do it or not. The fans already hate the man; doing this is only going to rile the crowd up even more.

5)   Let’s say we’re fast-forwarding into the future and the Cavaliers end up beating the Heat. Do you know how much of a psychological blow that would be to the Miami Heat? Not only would LeBron’s homecoming be stepped on, but also the team’s overall confidence and moral will need a major overhaul. Think they’ll try to forget about the game IF they lose?

 

                       

6)   Teams are out to get them. LeBron knows it. D-Wade knows it. Bosh knows it. The whole Heat team should know it. They’re the villains of the NBA. The only thing they don’t know is how to play together.

7)   The Miami Heat is 10-8 as of today. If they’re playing at the pace they are now, and let’s say they happen to go under .500 in the next couple of games, do you think the organization is going to do something about it? Do you think they might hit the panic button and try to speculate other options? Fire coach Erik Spoelstra? Figure out what to do with Chris Bosh? Have D-Wade shoot less? Or maybe have LeBron GROW UP?

Never gets old

                                   

8)   Miami Heat’s “Big Three” probably didn’t expect this bad of a start. Give them some slack, though. LeBron is 25. Wade is 28. Bosh is 26. These guys are just hitting their primes. Sure, they weren’t able to replicate what Boston’s “Big Three” were able to do in their first year together. The difference? Boston’s trio is nearing the ends of their careers. They understand sacrifice. They understand the “no nonsense” approach. They understand what it takes to win; they don’t care who takes the last shot. Miami’s trio isn’t at that stage in their careers. They need to find the team chemistry and consistency that they lack. Maybe then will they win the “multiple championships” that they predicted.

9)   Brace yourself; this is going to be one fun ride. LeBron needs a wake up call because if he’s not going to give himself one, then OTHERS will.

10)  I’m hoping the Cleveland Cavaliers win. That’s the only time I’m ever going to pull for another team to win. I just want to see how LeBron handles it IF the Heat loses.