What I think of the NBA Playoffs...

First, let me say that I AM NOT an avid basketball player, in fact I can't even play at all. I just enjoy watching the game and that is all. And though I just recently got into watching the game last year during the 2008 Playoffs (Celtics!!), I still hold my opinion on how I percieve the game.

This year, It's has been an unfortunate situation for many great NBA teams. I mean, the ones that don't even make it for one, and the ones that get to the Playoffs and are great but, end up losing. As for the Boston Celtics, I strongly feel this was their issue. They won last year but, I think there is only so far you can go when your Big guy (i.e: Kevin Garnett) is out due to injury. And we can't forget Leon Powe who also worked to get the Championship last year. As they played vs. The Orlando Magic, I was rooting for them to win Game 7. Everyone kept repeating how many Game 7's the franchise had won compared to the amount of Orlando, and I thought maybe they had a chance. But no, atleast not without KG. After the first minutes of the game, I knew it was over. It just wasn't the same excitement I saw last year from those same guys. Ray Allen got his GAME back finally, but Pierce couldn't get with it, and no one else could either. It was sad for me to watch and I stopped watching it all together.

As for the Houston Rockets who fought a battle with the L.A. Lakers. I think they did incredible as for the fact they were missing three (THREE!) key players (Mutombo, McGrady, Ming). But, without a doubt I think it might have been a different result had they been playing.

As for the current teams left in the finals: WEST (Lakers vs. Nuggets) & EAST (Cavaliers vs. Magic).....All I can say is that, I want to see LeBron go against the Nuggets. I think that Denver has done an excellent job esp. with Chauncey B. and I just want to see a younger generation take the Championship. Yes, Kobe is great. The guy is the best in the WEST, EAST, SOUTH, and NORTH to let everyone else tell it. But, I really want to see LeBron overall take this. He is MVP and I just think he's having a great year. But, hey if not, the man is young and truly in his PRIME to achieve it over and over again unlike some players who are in their thirties.

I just want to see somebody else win it. Not necessarily the "underdogs" but, someone else. I read somewhere on-line that the Lakers are like that kid in pre-school who took your crayons, and I agree. Give credit somewhere else. I'm not a Laker Hater, I just wanna see someone else get what they too so rightly deserve a chance to get.

My FINAL Predictions:
West - Denver Nuggets
East - Cleveland Cavaliers

"Taking it home" ----> Cavaliers!!!

.....We will see.

When NBA goes FUNNY!!!

I was on Youtube, as I usual and I spotted some of the funniest NBA spoof commercials that I have EVER seen. Who knew NBA players were this funny?

[Watch as a puppet version of LeBron (current MVP) enjoys his chalk WAAAAY too much as he parades around last year's MVP, Kobe.]


[Shaq playing Scrabble in his own special way! LOL.]


[Mike Breen pretending to be an annoucer for sexy Tracy Mcgrady. This is a case of when pretending goes bad & funny at the same time. Mike needs to slow his roll!]


[The big man Shaq taking a personal call as soon as he thinks no one can hear him! This guy is good with the comedy!]


[Baron Davis now of the Los Angeles Clippers works the Drive-thru at McDonalds. He is too funny man! How are you going to ask the customer to buy you food on your lunch break? LOL!]

CAVS SWEEP SERIES VS. HAWKS WHILE DENVER LEAVES THE DOOR OPEN!!!

Tonight, Monday May 11th, the Cavs shut the door on the Atlanta Hawks for winning the series. They have won every game in their series which is unbelievable and won by 10 (84-74) forcing them to go to the next round! Hopefully Boston can get it for the East vs. Orlando, we'll see by tomorrow. They ended up getting a huge buzzer beater by Glen "Big Baby" Davis on Sunday so they will have home-court adv. & a win under their belt on Tues. night! The third game is usually a crucial game, and will IMO decide who ultimately wins this series. If Boston takes it Tuesday, I'm quite sure they will WIN vs. Orlando.

Talk about leaving the door WIDE open though, or atleast cracked! Denver had the opportunity to close the door and take the series with their 3-0 Record but, hey stuff happens! No but, seriously both teams really shot off really well. Melo got a play-off career high with 41 points and shot amazing! But, Dirk Nowitski landed the shot that really did it over, giving Dallas their first win in this series. [Dallas won 119-117] It will be difficult for them to come back and win the series but, it was interesting seeing these guys put up a fight! And with the latest drama involving Keyon Martin and Mark Cuban (Mavericks' Owner), the intensity is THICK!!! But, regardless of how badly Cuban is rooting for his team, its OBVIOUS who will win the series....C'mon let's be real. Plus they'll be back home in Denver (Home court advantage baby!!!) Let's get this WIN on Wednesday!!!

(Pic:NBA.com)

From Me, 2 Me: Old Plies Interview

He's more than his music....he really knows what he's talking about.

Chrisette Michele - "Epiphany"

Do you remember that unique sultry voice on Nas' track "Can't Forget About You" or on Jay'z song "Lost One"?! Well that voice belongs to Chrisette Michele. I remember watching her "Love Is You" video & falling in love with this woman's voice. It's simply beautiful. Gorgeous!

May 5th, her latest album "Epiphany" was released which features the title track "Epiphany", which I love so much! It's an awesome song to start the album off with.

Check out her video for her new single "Epiphany" as well as some of her promo pics for the album!

Chrisette Michele - Epiphany
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(Pictures: Chrisette Michele's Official Myspace)

THINKFAST: If The Shoes Make The Man (Or Woman), What Do Your Shoes Say About You Right Now?

Well, today i found another post from Plinky.

"If The Shoes Make The Man (Or Woman), What Do Your Shoes Say About You Right Now?"

Well today I went to Publix and I also had an interview today as well. I chose my old pair of tan and brown Nike Dunks simply because I wanted to be comfortable. Even though they are a bit old, I love how they look on my feet. They gave my cargos a "tom-boy" feel which I like to do occassionally.

So, I would have to say my Dunks said that I was very casual and relaxed. I was never the person that had to dress up, as I prefer my graphic tee look before ANYTHING!!!

For my interview, I threw on my BCBG heels. I wanted to look professional but not over the top.

But when it comes to any occasion, I think it matters on my mood and what I want to be at that moment. If I'm stepping out to then I might do a peep toe heel (Sh-- I don't polish my toes for nothing!!!) or if I'm running errands probably some Nike Forces or my semi-new Rainbows, which are great too. Usually, I'm more lenient to comfort, so if it hurts terribly (the shoe) it's probably not going on my feet.

I SPOTTED: Lauren London rockin' the CHLOE

So, I was doing my usual online browsing on Bakers and then I saw a picture of Lauren London wearing a dope shoe that I at first blew off. It's the CHLOE boot, and she does the shoe justice. I'm not totally sure that this is indeed the exact shoe from Bakers but, it's pretty darn close! See for yourself below.


(Picture: NecoleBitchie)

COLLEGE LIFE: FRESHMAN YEAR (CHECK!)

It's a Wednesday night and my official last day of my Freshman year in College was Tuesday. I have realized that a lot of my posts have been about fashion, food, tv, etc. But not a lot of the posts have come from me, from my heart. So, now that it's the Summer I have time to share that intimate side of me.

I'm gonna break it down into Semesters:

First Semester was great. It really was what every Freshman should experience. It was full of parties and late nights but, full of studying as well when I could find the quiet place to study (usually the study room on my floor). Orientation really amped me up for college and then when I got there It was real cool. The professors were all nice. I have yet to experience the professor that could give two sh--s about me. On average, all my professors were nice people who loved their profession. Regardless of my final grade, I still feel the same way. I went to my first real party in college and I handled it quite well. I went to the Cheesecake Factory and enjoyed living "lavish" for the days I went. I've been like 4 times within my Freshman year. I liked the campus food at first but, as I got used to it, it grew old me....

When Second Semester rolled around, REALITY had moved in & settled. I realized that partying atleast twice a week wasn't going to cut it at ALL! So, I cut out a lot on that. I got on my grind and tried to bring my GPA up. (I still haven't seen my grades yet, I'm anxious to know tho.) I lost three of the closest friends I had on campus and I grew up quickly. For the first time I was faced with adversity and I had to Woman up and deal with it the best way I could. I was faced with being alone. This included eating alone, which at first I was nervous about and tried to hide this insecurity by bringing books into the cafeteria. But, as I got over that, I was able to only bring myself and I was content. I had gotten over it. Though I lost friends, I felt like I gained my identity at the end. I know who I am now, and what I want to be surrounded with, Positivity. I know God let that happen for a reason and because of HIM I have grown into a very independent person. I got a new position on campus with volunteer work for my Sophomore year, and I'm excited about embarking on that part of my life. I had always wanted to be involved but, I never took the time to do it. So, overall my first year was a growing experience. I had fun but, I also had my harder moments where I had to do what was best for me. In my case, It was about being independent and standing firm in what I believed in. I don't regret anything because I have learned so much about it all. Everything has it's lesson no matter how hard or difficult the mistake is to cope with. I'm successful. Not in the fact that I have money, but in that today I stand here (or currently, sit) stronger than I was before I entered college. In the future, I'm no longer looking for the baggage that used to bring me down in life but, I'm looking for people with positive outlooks who lift my spirit, and I the same. That's how I leave college & that's where I'm at right now. :)