Kobe, Lakers turn it on when they have to
The Lakers spotted the Spurs a 20-point lead, then went to work for a Game 1 win . Mark Kriegel says Kobe just wanted a challenge.
Thursday, May 22, 2008
On the Mark: Lester is the most pleasant of surprises
There's a lot to be angry about in sports. But when Jon Lester threw his no-hitter Monday , Mark Kriegel saw just how good it can be.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
BoSox destined for failure? Not anymore
The BoSox are World Series-bound because everyone stepped up in Game 7 . Plus they caught all the breaks, says Mark Kriegel .
Monday, May 19, 2008
Jazz just blew their best chance vs. Lakers
If the Jazz were going to win one from the Lakers in L.A., Game 5 was it . Mark Kriegel says their confidence is obviously shot.
Thursday, May 15, 2008
On the Mark: KG coming up short again
The other day I'm watching two famous Celtics, Bill Russell and Kevin Garnett, having a heart-to-heart on that most heartless medium, television. You never disappointed me, says Russell, who won 11 NBA championships in 13 seasons. 2008 NBA ...
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
D'Antoni's decision to leave is puzzling
The parent companies change --> Top headlines: Kobe, Lakers mount rally in Game 1 Man U wins Champions League D-backs' Webb loses first of season All of today's top stories Satisfying cities: Where guys have the best sex lives FOX SPORTS STORE ...
Monday, May 12, 2008
On the Mark: The real Olympic ideal
In 1968, at the Olympic Games in Mexico City, sprinters Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised gloved fists on the medal podium to show solidarity with the plight of black Americans. Twelve years later at Lake Placid, goalie Jim Craig wrapped himself...
Thursday, May 08, 2008
Kobe's Lakers just too good for Jazz to handle
Just look at the numbers the Lakers shouldn't have beaten the Jazz . But Kobe and Co. keep finding ways to win, Mark Kriegel says.
Monday, May 05, 2008
De La Hoya has work to do before Mayweather fight
CARSON, Calif. - As the last round began, so did a beat from the bleachers, the rhythmic stomp of shoes on metal. Then a chant went up from the cheap seats, if that's what $25 tickets can be called: Os-car! Os-car! Os-car! Must-read: Kriegel: ...
Sunday, May 04, 2008
While others grow old, Spurs grow better
The first round's defining moment Satisfying cities: Where guys have the best sex lives FOX SPORTS STORE View the FOX Sports Store > } , The Suns and Mavs are through. Washed up. In a word, old. That's why <strong>Mark Kriegel</strong> is ...
Friday, May 02, 2008
On the Mark: Can they shut up already?
Are we done yet? With the draft, I mean. Actually, not the draft. I'm talking about the people who talk about the draft. Talk incessantly, I might add. Of course, none of them has any compunction when opining on a prospect's character. But so what...
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Character isn't the issue it's made out to be
The great ruse in the NFL Draft is the Character Issue. The subject of skepticism this year is Darren McFadden, easily the most talented running back available. McFadden, the second leading rusher in SEC history, was twice the winner of the Doak ...
Saturday, April 26, 2008
Gutsy Nash always gives his all ... but is it enough?
The Suns lost again and are down 0-2 to the Spurs. Mark Kriegel says Steve Nash's legacy could be on the line in these playoffs.
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Should we be concerned about dwindling numbers?
So I'm watching Baseball Tonight, trying to get some scores, when the question flashes across the screen: Who is currently the best African-American player? The three white guys in the studio Will Mount Everest team make it to the top? Follow the ...
Monday, April 21, 2008
Kobe doesn't need to go it alone with these guys
Kobe wasn't himself in Game 1, but the Lakers still won . Mark Kriegel says Kobe doesn't always need to be on with this team.
Monday, April 21, 2008
Lakers' postseason hopes rest with L.O.
Though her primary obsessions are Miley Cyrus and the Jonas Brothers, my 8-year-old daughter has already identified the crucial factor in the NBA playoffs. Daddy, she says. It's L.O. Holiday Kriegel is crazy for Lamar Odom. He hooked us up, she ...
Friday, April 18, 2008
On the Mark: Kobe's been great, but Paul is MVP
It is now accepted, with distressing ease, that this is Kobe Bryant's time . Translation: he deserves the Most Valuable Player award because he's the best player never to have won it. Unfortunately, this is a notion, not an argument. .moreTeamsDiv...
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Vitale in the Hall of Fame? Are you kidding me?
The tournament is over, but the season for basketball gossip has really just begun. This year's a little different, though. In addition to the usual questions --> Top headlines: Kobe, Lakers mount rally in Game 1 Man U wins Champions League ...
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Chalmers clutch when it counts for Kansas
Mario Chalmers hit the big one, sinking a 3 to force OT before Kansas wrapped up its national title . Mark Kriegel says it was unreal.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Memphis has followed Calipari's lead to title game
SAN ANTONIO - With the championship of college basketball still a week away, John Calipari was heard to proclaim: This is our time. This is madness The Final Four National Championship Kansas shocks Memphis in OT National Semifinals Memphis takes ...
Monday, April 07, 2008
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