Win It for Ware

It's been several days since the Horrific injury to Louisville's Kevin Ware and we have had time to really digest what transpired last Sunday in Dallas Through interviews on ESPN and even an Appearance on the David Lettermen show. It has really put things into perspective for Fans who view the games from all angles. Whether  you're a fan, sportswriter or even mother of a collegiate  athlete The injury reminded us all that when these young men step on the court that they are putting themselves at risk for injury, What happened to Kevin Ware could have happened to anybody else's kid on that court. That's the thing about this story , many of us could look at Kevin Ware and see our Brother, son or our daughter.

I'm happy Kevin Ware had a successful surgery and I'm Hoping and praying for a speedy recovery, so he can get back to doing what I'm sure he loves in life and that's playing the game of basketball. Good Luck to the Louisville Cardinals in the Final Four tomorrow, Hopefully they pull through for  Kevin and cut some nets down.

The Top 5 must have College Basketball jerseys of All-Time

March Madness is in full swing and many fans across the country are being outfitted with their favorite retro throwbacks jerseys of all-time. As you know over The course of college basketball history that there are plenty memorable  jerseys with all kinds of color ways and logos to go around. So here are the top 5 must have College Basketball Jerseys of All-Time.

#5 Carmelo Anthony (Syracuse)

It was only one season but the Baltimore Native left his mark on Syracuse University leading them to a National Championship in 2003 before being drafted to the Denver Nuggets. The Legacy he left at Syracuse make this jersey a must have for College hoops fans.

#4  Dwyane Wade (Marquette)

Explosive and Exciting are some of the many adjectives that describe the Young D-Wade’s game at Marquette. His aggressive play and Chicago style slashing ability help lead his Alma Mater 2003 to a final four appearance before being drafted to the Miami HEAT. What he did for Marquette along with what he has accomplished in the NBA make this a must have as well

#3 Larry Johnson (UNLV)

As the leader and best player on one of the Best teams of All-Time having “Grandmama’s” College jerseys would be a nice one to have. Plus The Running Rebels culture is unparalleled in College Hoops as I said last throwback Thursday.

#2 Alonzo Mourning (Georgetown)

One of the most feared and respected Defensive Players in basketball history Alonzo Mourning was one of the many reasons for “Hoya Paranoia” among opposing College basketball teams. The consensus 2-time All-American represents the golden era for Georgetown Basketball.

#1 Michael Jordan (UNC)

Jay-z once said “Carolina Blue Kicks/Hottest dude on the block”. When you wore those baby blue shoes you wore a Michael Jordan Jersey with it.

5 draft prospects to watch out for in the NCAA Tournament

March Madness is going on and although the NBA will have to take a back seat for a few weeks that doesn’t mean that NBA General Managers and Executives across the league aren't watching and observing the Talent scheduled to come out next year. Although this draft class is rated by many experts as a weak one there are still some solid pieces to be added to NBA clubs. So without further ado I give you the Top 5 NBA Prospects to watch out for in the NCAA tournament.


#5 Victor Olapido (Indiana)

The 6'5 Forward has come out of nowhere to become a star for the Indiana Hoosiers and has put himself in the discussion for college player of the year. He has always been known more for his Defense but due to a vast improvement on offense his draft stock has soared and could soar even higher Depending on his Performance in the tournament. His Defensive prowess and ability to run the floor in transition could help a lot of NBA teams out.

#4 Kelly Olynyk (Gonzaga)

While Kelly Olynyk won't be a star in the league he will definitely be a solid player and if you have a premier frontcourt player already on your roster then he will be a great compliment to them. He is very efficient, moves well for a guy his size. If your a team looking for a solid pick&roll big men this is your guy.



#3 Trey Burke (Michigan)

Whenever I see Trey Burke I just think about Buckets. Trey Burke is a professional scorer and although he needs to size up a bit more at the next level you can definitely see the tools. Who ever drafts this kid is getting someone who is fundamentally sound and cares about winning.



#2 Anthony Bennett (UNLV)

The Rebels are already eliminated from the tourney but Anthony Bennett showed enough people this season that he is ready for the next level. He has been compared to UNLV Legend Larry Johnson because of his physicality but Bennett also can handle the basketball and just brings a certain toughness and swagger most guys in this class don't posses. Whoever Drafts this guy is getting a whole lot of talent.


#1 Ben Mclemore (Kansas)

Many people including myself consider this guy the best player in the country. The 6'5 Shooting Guard has drawn many comparisons and for good reason the kid is “Wet” and can shoot the basketball but also has the Athleticism to get to the rim and finish with authority. Mclemore is big time and he is only a freshman so there is plenty of upside which make him a very attractive pick.

Bye Bye Brackets

When I filled out my bracket several days ago I felt pretty good about it. Then March madness rolls around and then Harvard of all teams comes and busts my bracket with They're 1^st win in school history over New Mexico.

So shoutout To the Harvard Men and R.I.P to my bracket thats currently in the nearest trash can at my house.

Throwback Thursday:1990 Unlv Rebels

With March Madness Here today examining and looking back at other teams is a normality for me at this time of year. Today for Throwback Thursday we look back at arguably the greatest team ever-the 1990 UNLV Running Rebels

One time when listening to a legendary Hip hop group I heard this classic line enter the airwaves of my ears.

                                                    

“Well can I get a level on the bass and on the treble
Footin up and down like a UNLV Rebel”-A Tribe Called Quest

　

Q-tip and his crew knew that the UNLV Running Rebels got up and down the hardwood better then anybody. Led By Larry Johnson the Rebels were tough and played with a Home Rucker Park like toughness and swagger. Physically they were imposing, athletically they were unmatched and culturally they were transcendent. Baggy shorts, and Black shoes were just some of the mere finger prints they left on college basketball.

　

Larry Johnson,Stacey Augmon,Anderson Hunt,Greg Anthony and David Butler represent a group of guys who were dominant and a group that people in opposing arenas came out to see. They were the talk of college basketball. 35-5 was their regular season record and once they entered March Madness it was basically over for everybody who stood in their way, including Duke who got manhandled 103-73 which is the most lopsided NCAA Championship game in history. Hard to believe that a Coach K could get dominated on such a huge stage but that just speaks volumes to the UNLV team of 1990.

The Running Rebels of 1989-1990 are among the greatest in the history of College basketball few have the matched the chemistry, Swagger and cultural impact on the game like they have

Miami Madness

March madness can mean many things when speaking about the city of Miami, you have the Ultra Music festival, South Beach and everything else. These days though when you link March Madness to Miami you must refer that term over to the 2 Elites in basketball right now.

Today was just another classic case of the Rich getting richer in the world of sports. The Miami Heat and University of Miami are elites in the basketball world at this present moment and raised that elite status today.

UM is having an amazing season nobody saw coming and captured it's first ever ACC Tournament Championship today with a 87-77 win over the UNC Tarheels. Shane Larkin once again put the whole country on notice that he is one of the premier guards in this country with his uncanny ability to penetrate and find open shooters. Now with a regular season and tournament tittle in ACC play “THE U” turns its attention to the big dance which starts Friday in Austin vs. Pacific.

The Miami Heat seem to be breaking records with regularity these days as they captured their 22^nd straight victory today over Rudy Gay and the Toronto Raptors. The win tied them with 2007-2008 Houston Rockets for the 2^nd longest winning streak in NBA history. The Record is 33.

Will the Canes win the NCAA Tittle? Will the Heat break the longest winning streak in NBA History? Only time will tell but Basketball seems to be the 2^nd most important thing in this town right now..........Ultra is still going on at the moment