NBA All-Star Weekend 2010

Team Dallas Mavericks will be host of  this All-Star Game for the second time in franchise history; they previously hosted the 1986 All-Star Game at their former home court, the Reunion Arena in Dallas, Texas.

The venue for the game will be Cowboys Stadium on February 14, home of the National Football League's Dallas Cowboys,. On the other hand the Rookie Challenge and NBA All-Star Saturday Night events will be held on February 12 and February 13, 2010, respectively, at American Airlines Center, home of the Mavericks. This will mark the first time the All-Star events were split between two venues since 1989.

Mavericks were awarded the 2010 NBA All-Star Game in an announcement by NBA commissioner David Stern, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban, and Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones last October 30, 2008.  This will be the first All-Star Game to be played in a football stadium since 1996 when San Antonio's Alamodome hosted the event.

Another great weekend will gonna be as great as the players drafted from an online poll to be included in the East and West team will play with one goal.

Floyd Mayweather Jr says ‘Age is nothing but a number’, except when it comes to Manny Pacquiao

In a recent interview, Floyd Mayweather Jr discussed how fighting an older Shane Mosley doesn’t really matter because “age is nothing but a number”. However, less than a week ago, Floyd was “up in arms” over Pacquiao becoming a better fighter after the age of 25 which was a huge reason for Floyd wanting Pacquiao to take blood tests. As usual, confusion has risen over Floyd’s conflicting statements. So, let’s examine further.

Floyd’s comments about Manny Pacquiao on February 5th:

“You don't start off your career as average, and then after you turn 25, become extraordinary.” FMJ on the Jim Rome Show

Floyd’s comments about “The age factor” on February 9th:

“Age is really nothing but a number. Bernard Hopkins can still go in there and perform well at the age of 40. A lot of fighters late in their 30s and early in their 40s and perform well. I look at fighters all the same.” FMJ, BoxingScene.com

“Average Beginning”

Mayweather’s opinion of Pacquiao’s career being only “average” might be skewed a bit. But it’s a contradiction to his recent comments. In his recent interview, Mayweather says he “looks at fighters all the same.” But we can prove that’s not true with Mayweather’s own words. He clearly looks at Pacquiao and thinks that Pacquiao is cheating because Manny became a great fighter after 25 and he was supposedly average before then.What about Shane Mosley and Bernard Hopkins? They both seem to have gotten even better after the age of 35.

Louis Carter Sacramento, CA “Why does Floyd always seem to contradict himself when it comes to Manny Pacquiao?” Louis, I believe because it’s a combination of a few factors. Floyd is jealous of Manny’s success, he’s pissed off that Manny walked away from his demands, and he’s a natural hypocrite. This article is just another example of Floyd’s hypocrisy.

“Shane Mosley and Bernard Hopkins”

So when it comes to Shane and Bernard, “age is nothing but a number”? Yet, this isn’t true with Manny because Floyd is holding onto the magical number of 25. Bernard Hopkins seems to have found the “fountain of youth” yet Mayweather doesn’t think he’s a cheater. In fact, he goes on to praise these guys for fighting well into their late 30’s and early 40’s. So, a guy who is 45 years old and still fighting competitive fights at a high level doesn’t even draw the slightest of PEDs concern from Mayweather Jr?

Janet Bradley Sacramento, CA “Do you think Mayweather Jr is just anti-Pacquiao?” I do think he is anti-Pacquiao. Most people would have more suspicion of a 45 year old, in great shape and still fighting at a higher level, than a fighter who became even better after the age of 25. I think these comments reflect how much Floyd really dislikes Manny Pacquiao.

I’d like to close this article with the following:

Luke 12:1 “Be on your guard against the yeast of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy.”

Rick 12:1 “Be on your guard against the yeast of the Mayweathers, which is hypocrisy.”

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Pacquiao vs Clottey at Dallas Cowboys Stadium

The Event, Pacquiao/Clottey- Ever since the Mosley/Mayweather fight became inked, many feel that Pacquiao/Clottey has now taken a back seat to Mosley/Mayweather. Well if that’s the case, I feel that the Pacmaniacs didn’t get that memo. I’m hearing that 30,000 boxing fans have already scooped up their tickets for The Event, I’m willing to bet that Cowboys Stadium will have between 45,000-60,000 in the house when it’s all said and done. I’m hearing that Pac-Man is looking great in sparring, If I am Roach, I would have Pacquiao spar against Felix Sturm. Sturm, who is now trained by Roach, has a very similar hide behind your shield style that Clottey uses.

Was Estrada Robbed?- I have yet to see the Adamek/Estrada fight that happened this weekend, from what I hear though, I am hearing that it was a close fight. How close? You tell me, I have yet to see the fight. Here is the thing, usually when boxers fight bangers, boxers tend to play it 100% safe at all times. When you are fighting a banger who may or may not have a big fight lined up against another banger, then guess what? Step on the gas son, and do not let the banger back in it. I’m not saying that this is what happened here, but most of the time this seems to be the case. You already know that bangers bring excitement, so put on an exhibition to the highest degree and slightly increase production to take some of that excitement away and turn it around in your favor. Stop thinking periods and start thinking exclamation points!!

This just in, Edwin Valero is the truth!- I have always known that Edwin Valero is a real beast. The guy comes to demolish and he honestly feels that no man can stand up to his punch. I kid you not, Valero really believes that. 2 years ago, I spoke to Joel De La Hoya[Oscar's father] after the De La Hoya/Forbes fight, I asked Joel about Edwin then, Joel told me then that he feels that no man can beat Valero, he said maybe a lion, but even then, Edwin would have a shot. I’m not going to sit here today and tell you that Valero is unbeatable, but I will however say that it’s going to take someone really special to beat Valero. I mean the guy fought with a huge gash over his head and another open cut on his eye lid with blood raining down his face, Valero still stepped it up even with all that blood in his vision. Pacquiao and Katsidis may be the only other 2 fighters that have that kind of will to win. DeMarco could have upset Valero had DeMarco stuck to that jab that kept Valero’s head going back, but may be the force of the heavy Valero shots were just too much for DeMarco to keep jabbing. Every action has a re-action, and any jab fired out would then leave that side open to then recieve 3-4 grenades. I’ll tell you what though, for fighters out there trying to make a name for themselves, if I were them, I would pursue a fight against Valero. As crazy as that sounds. I am sure that after seeing Valero in action, Showtime and HB0 will now want to air this action packed animal as much as they can. I’m hearing Katsidis wants another dance against the Baby Bull, that sounds fine and dandy and all but fighting Valero in Mexico, Australia, or Greece like some blood bath gladiators sounds better to me.

Pavlik/Martinez and Williams/Cintron- I am loving the idea of these fights, but only if Pavlik beats Martinez, which I don’t think he can. A Pavlik win would then finally put together a Pavlik/Williams clash. As much as I like Cintron’s new look under Ronnie Shields, Kermit can box from distance when he has to but he is no Sergio Martinez. I see Williams out working Kermit and beating him. As far as Pavlik goes, when Pavlik fought B-Hop, there were times that B-Hop looked too fast for Pavlik, Martinez will devour Pavlik with all that speed and put on a clinic. If Martinez beats Pavlik, and Williams beats Cintron, as much as I would want to see a rematch between Williams/Martinez, I feel that Williams and his people don’t want to get another glimpse of Martinez just yet. So the plan here is that they are hoping that Pavlik can re-surface and beat Martinez so that Pavlik/Williams becomes a reality.

Source: www.diamondboxing.com

Pinoy Power 3 on Feb 13, 2010

MANILA, Philippines – Four of the best Filipino boxers of the decade are set to see action in the ring next year, just 6 months after the highly successful “Pinoy Power 2” in Las Vegas, Nevada.

World Boxing Association (WBA) interim super flyweight champ Nonito Donaire, Jr. will defend his title against veteran Mexican fighter Gerson Guerrero in “Pinoy Power 3” on February 13.

The event, which features 4 Filipino boxers going against 4 Latino fighters, is also called “Latin Fury 13.” It will be held at the Hilton Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas.

“Confident na confident ako kasi I have everybody in my corner and mentally prepared na ako, just physically I have to be there,” said Donaire.

According to Donaire, he began training last week and has done a few sparring sessions. He said he is working hard to get ready for his opponent, who is known to be a knockout artist.

Meantime, Donaire’s new trainer, Mexican Robert Garcia, was introduced during the “Pinoy Power 3” press conference in Las Vegas.

“I just come in to correct a few things, work on the strategy and go on from there. But he is a complete fighter there’s not much too change, just a little corrections that we’re gonna do,” noted Garcia.

Second chance

Meanwhile, No. 2 World Boxing Organization (WBO) bantamweight Gerry Peñalosa was unable to attend the press conference.

His foe, Eric Morel of Puerto Rico, had a message for the Filipino veteran boxer: “It’s my time. I believe that he is gonna come to the ring well-prepared, extremely ready for the fight. But I’ll be very, very trained and very focused as well.”

Bohol native Ciso Morales is the third Filipino featured in “Pinoy Power 3.” Morales will clash with Fernando Montiel of Mexico.

Bernabe Concepcion will take on Puerto Rican Mario Santiago in a 10-round featherweight bout.

Top Rank Promotions head honcho Bob Arum hopes that Concepcion has learned his lesson from the “Pinoy Power 2” incident wherein he punched Steven Luevano even after the bell rang. The action led to the disqualification of Concepcion.

“Bernabe didn’t hear the bell and he hit Luevano after the bell and was disqualified. But now he has the opportunity to come back against Mario Santiago, a real good Puerto Rican fighter,” said Arum.

Helping Gorres

Donaire went on to say that he is ready to help fellow boxer ZC Oliveros “The Dream” Gorres with the money he will make in “Pinoy Power 3.”

Gorres, who suffered from subdural hematoma in his fight against Colombian Juan Melendez, was supposed to be part of the “Pinoy Power 3” fight card.

However, he went down in the 10th and final round after a Melendez punch caused a blood clot in his brain. Gorres still won by unanimous decision.

The Filipino fighter has recuperated from brain surgery and is not out of the intensive care unit (ICU). He is an intermediate unit at the UMC Hospital.

“Pinoy Power 3” will be aired on ABS-CBN. – With a report from Bev Llorente, ABS-CBN North America News Bureau

watch Pacquiao vs Cotto match: upcoming

The upcoming fight of this year's entitled Fire Power will unfold the greatness of Manny Pacquiao who is currently holding the crown being the pound for pound king. he will be facing the bigger Miguel Cotto of Puerto Rico on their much awaited match this November 14, 2009 ET at the MGM Gran Garden Arena in Las Vegas Nevada.

These two fighters will show their skills in boxing to remain the best. But for Filipinos, what ever happens, Pacquiao had bring so much pride to the Filipino people and to its country.

Both fighters have trained harder to make this match on their side. But of course in the field of sports, one will surely rise and the other will be known as loser. Filipinos are confident that their idol Manny Pacquiao will bring another pride. Whenever Manny Pacquiao wins, it seems that they are the ones who have won the fight. That is why in every fight of the people's champ, almost everybody are on their TV sets, Radio, internet and even bought a ticket for much better experience to watch him live on PPV.

Watch Pacquiao vs Cotto Match and you will see the action. Go Manny Pacquiao! Go Philippines! Once again, bring the pride of your countrymen.

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Pacquiao vs Cotto: a month to go

The Pacquiao vs Cotto fight had created some controversy before it comes into reality. There are issues that the fight might not be possible for any indefinite reasons.

But now the fight is just a month and many aficionados are now ready to take a trip and will see the match live at the Nevada Las Vegas, the Sin City. This is happening on the 14th of November ET. Some may have to watch this on pay per view and some will go for some telecast on the internet. This will surely create a big revenue for both parties.

Let us wait and see this Pacquiao vs Cotto on November 14, 2009 at the MGM grand arena in Las Vegas. If you want to catch them live, you may wish to purchase ticket for the event before it runs out of seats.

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A smarter Diaz vs. Malignaggi

It's an all-too-familiar story, really.

A young boxer goes from prodigy to prospect, from prospect to contender, from contender to champion.

When his career is over, however, whether or not he has fulfilled his aspirations in the ring, he often ends up going somewhere else: From paycheck to paycheck. Or worse, penniless and out on the street.

Juan "Baby Bull" Diaz is not going out like that.

Diaz (34-2, 17 KOs), who takes on Paulie "Magic Man" Malignaggi (26-2, 5 KOs) Saturday at the Toyota Center in Houston (HBO, 9:45 ET), has taken steps to ensure he doesn't end up another cautionary tale in a sport littered with them.

A recent college graduate — a rarity in his line of work — the Houston resident has a plan he hopes will allow him to remain relevant in the ring for many years to come while at the same time ensure his prosperity outside of it. That plan entails him paying close attention to his past, present, and future, all of which will be in play Saturday night when he makes his debut at 140 pounds against the former IBF champion Malignaggi.

"I'm ready, I'm excited, and I can't wait," said Diaz during a break from training. "It's been a long training camp, I can tell you that."

If Diaz is to prevail on Saturday, he must first confront his past. Specifically, his defeat in February at the hands of former champion Juan Manuel Marquez, who took Diaz's WBA and IBF lightweight titles by force via ninth-round TKO before vacating them to move up for a big-money fight against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in September.

In reviewing his performance against Marquez, the 25-year-old Diaz (he turns 26 in September) realized he made a critical error in that fight, failing to give the man who twice went toe-to-toe with reigning pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao his due as a puncher.

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