New Music...T-Wayne, Keri Hilson, Ryan Leslie, & Brooklyn's Finest

T-Pain + Lil' Wayne = T-Wayne

T-Pain Feat. Lil' Wayne - Snap Your Fingaz

"And call us by our new names, and that's featuring T-Pain and Lil' Wayne"

This joint is nice. He Raps, He Sings Coming Soon???

Keri Hilson adds her flavor to Ryan Leslie's burner...

Ryan Leslie Feat. Keri Hilson - How It Was Supposed To Be (rmx)

Cold. Ryan Leslie got that shit. No homo. By the way, his self-titled album drops Tuesday. Don't sleep, cause everyone song I've heard of his is a banger.

More From Keri Hilson...

Keri Hilson - Turn Up The Radio (Produced by Polow Da Don)

Another banger from Ms. Hilson. Polow Da Don is a MONSTER with the beats.

Now Back To The Hip-Hop...

Here's one from a few of Brooklyn's Finest...

Lil' Cease Feat. Fabolous & Busta Rhymes - Talk Go Through Us

Cease: "My body shaped like a action figure"...LMAO

Yeah. This one's pretty official. Fab's whole verse is a quotable, I swear he's one of the most underrated cats. Busta keeps it consistent and comes with his usual dope ass verse.

Via: onsmash

Fresh Kicks...

NOW AVAILABLE!!!

All Star Game 2009 Nike Air Force Premium 1 - QUICKSTRIKE (Designed By DJ Clark Kent)

These Quickstrikes just dropped today, but, let's be honest, they're probably gone already. Available at select Nike retailers, and other exclusive shoe stores. Extremely limited (i.e. a few hundred pairs).

More VI's...

Nike Zoom LeBron VI "Summit Lake Hornets"

Yes, more sick Bron VIs. These are based on his childood team - the Summit Lake Hornets. No official word on if or when these will hit the shelves.

FAKES AIN'T FRESH!!!

Saw these on the Greenline today...

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Those are lime green "Jordan 8 Fusions". LMAO at the sound of that....Only in Chicago.

Via: sneakernews

You Got The Juice Now...

According to a report by Sports Illustrated, Alex Rodriguez tested positive for anabolic steroids in 2003, when he was with the Texas Rangers and won the AL home run title and MVP award.

According to the report, which was posted Saturday morning on SI.com, sources told the publication that Rodriguez was on a list of 104 players who tested positive that year, when Major League Baseball conducted tests to see if mandatory random drug testing was needed.

In 2003, there were no penalties for a positive result.

Wow. This is huge. A-Rod was the one guy who had everyone's benefit of the doubt, despite gaudy numbers. He's always had great stats so I'm not sure why he would mess with The Juice.

Via: ESPN

NBA Basketball...

9 NBA games on deck Friday night....Highlights: Danny Granger had 33 for Indy in their win over Orlando. Dwight Howard had another double "double-double" - 21 point , 20 boards. Boston's Big Three had 63 vs. NY. David Lee had 18 and 18. N.O. hit 15 3s and got the W without CP3. Kevin Durant, Deron Williams, Brandon Roy, and Zach Randolph all went for 30+.

How about the Knicks week...Games vs. Kobe, LeBron, then The Big Three. Damn.

Scores From Around The League...2/6/09

Magic 102, Pacers 107

Hawks 102, Bobcats 97

Celtics 110, Knicks 100

Raptors 92, Hornets 101

Blazers 93, Thunder 102

Nuggets 124, Wizards 103

Clippers 126, Grizzlies 105

Jazz 111, Kings 107

Warriors 105, Suns 115

TRADE RUMORS BREWING!!! 

J.A. Adande Speaks on the rumor mill...

Other names being mentioned: 

Caron Butler. 'Sheed. Every one on the Bulls roster, save D. Rose. and AMARE...I'm hoping we see a couple moves made before the deadline. That always spices things up.

Via: ESPN

NCAA Basketball...Marquette Suffers First Big East Loss

South Florida took Marquette down with the same formula other teams have used to pull the upset trick this week: defense. South Florida held the Golden Eagles to 4-24 from beyond the arc and 31% shooting from the field. On top of that, Marquette certainly didn't help themselves out by going 10-23 from the free throw line. Jerel McNeal led Marquette with 22, while South Florida got 21 from Jesus Verdejo. 

The loss snapped Marquette's 12 game winning streak, and was their first in Big East play. They're now 9-1 in conference play, still good enough for first place. Marquette's been having a great season thus far, but losing to a bad team can hurt your psyche. Now is when we can see just how good Marquette really is. Depending on how Marquette responds to the loss in the next game (Tues. @ Villanova) will determine how the rest of their season will go, and whether they remain a threat to make serious noise the Big East and NCAA Tournament. 

NikeHeads Pay Attention...

For The Love Of The City Pack...

Nike's releasing a special edition shoe in each city with a House of Hoops...

Chicago...

L.A....

New York...

Houston...

Notice "the chopped and screwed" inspiration on these...

All shoes release at their city's respective House Of Hoops on Saturday Feb. 21.

Check These Out...Luxury Nike's

Nike Zoom Air Toki Lux

Black...

Gum Medium Brown...

Blur...

 

These are so serious. Nike could make a killing dropping "luxury" kicks. The "blur" are only available at the 21 Mercer St. location.

Available at these locations:

ALIFE - New York City
Bodega - Boston
Darkside - San Francisco
Dave’s Quality Meats - NYC
Goods - Seattle
Huf - San Francisco
Nike Sportswear @ 21 Mercer - New York City
Nike Sportswear @ The Montalban - Los Angeles
Shoe Gallery - Miami
UNDTFD - Santa Monica
UNDFTD - Los Angeles

UNDFTD, Las Vegas

Via: sneakernews

Ross Comes With The 50 Diss...

Rick Ross - Kiss My Pinky Ring (50 Cent Diss)

Wow. I been giving Ross props all week....But that shit was terrible.

Kick Game Proper....For The Hoopers

Look Out For These All-Star Weekend....

All-Star Game 2009  Nike Foamposite Lite "West"...

All-Star Game 2009 Nike Foamposite Lite "East"...

ALL-STAR NIKE KD1...

Kevin Durant will be rocking these in the Rookie/Sophomore Game.

All-Star Game 2009 Nike Zoom Kobe IV...

Speaking of the Kobe IV...

NOW AVAILABLE!!!

Nike Zoom Kobe IV "Del Sol"

Kobe's been putting these in heavy rotation lately, including during the 61-point game at The Garden. 

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Not the best of the Kobe IV's, but still fresh...Retail price: $120.

Air Jordan Dub Zero - Black/Laser Blue/White...

It's been a while since we've seen some Dub Zeros. No word on whether these will drop or not, but they're at marqueesole for $230. These are sick, but I can't do that one. 

Via: nicekicks & sneakernews

Check 'Em Out....

FIGHT KLUB!!!! Serius Jones vs. Moonface...

Anybody Seen Cam'ron, Cont'd...

Skateboard P Discusses Shoes & Music...

Push Ton Talks "Till The Casket Drops" With KAWS...

Jimmy Fallon x The Fifth Dynasty...

Obama Reacts To Stimilus Plan Critics...

I can't front, I have no idea what the plan is. But my man went into "G" mode, lol. Apparently, he said f*** the teleprompter in the process, too.

Via: CNN

Phelps Feeling The Backlash...

Olympic hero Michael Phelps was suspended from competitive swimming for three months on Thursday -- just hours after one of his sponsors announced it would not renew his contract after a photo surfaced of him smoking from a bong.

USA Swimming, the nation's governing body for competitive swimming, said it was withdrawing financial support for Phelps and barring him from competition during the period of his "reprimand."

"This is not a situation where any anti-doping rule was violated, but we decided to send a strong message to Michael because he disappointed so many people, particularly the hundreds of thousands of USA Swimming-member kids who look up to him as a role model and a hero," they said in a statement.

"Michael has voluntarily accepted this reprimand and has committed to earn back our trust," the statement continued.

Earlier Thursday, Kellogg Co. said it will not renew Phelps' advertising contract.

"Michael's most recent behavior is not consistent with the image of Kellogg," company spokeswoman Susanne Norwitz said. "His contract expires at the end of February, and we have made a decision not to extend his contract."

Full Story here.

Via: CNN

Slept-On Young Gun Of The Week...1/30-2/6

Jerryd Bayless has finally been gettin some burn. After his killer pre-season, in which he averaged damn near 30 points and won MVP of the Vegas Summer League. However, he started the season at the end of the Blazers bench - with DNP's for much of the season's first two months. His minutes increased in December, but lately, with Steve Blake injured, among others, Bayless has started getting some consistent tick. In the past week, in 3 games, Bayless has averaged 27 minutes and 13 points. Certainly not all-star numbers, but there huge improvements on his season averages of 14 minutes and 6 points per game. Big Ups To J. Bayless.

Pat Summit Gets Win #1,000!!!

Pat Summitt won her 1,000 game as a coach as her Tennessee Vols beat Georgia 73-43. More than any other Division I coach - men's or women's. Big ups to Coach Summitt.

7 Men's Top 25 Games On Tap Thursday...

Top 25 Scores From Around The Nation...2/5/09

Temple 74, #9 Xavier 83

#11 Butler 66, Detroit 61

#18 Gonzaga 93, Portland 78

#21 Illinois 50, Wisconsin 63

New Mexico St. 59, #22 Utah St. 78

#23 Arizona St. 66, Oregon 57...

• James Harden: 40 minutes, 11-21, 5-10 from 3, 36 points, 5 boards, 3 blocks.
  

#25 Washington 71, Cal 86

Also, shouts out to Shump, who had 8 points, 6 boards, 4 assists, and 3 steals for G-Tech in their 62-68 loss to Florida St.

Via: ESPN

NBA Basketball...Lakers Take Care Of Business

It was an epic rematch of last year's Finals. Both teams have faced plenty of adversity this season. Boston was hot, then cold, then in the midst of a 12 game win streak. KG's missed been out the last few days. L.A.'s dealt with injuries all season and just lost Bynum. Kobe's a game removed from a career night at The Garden. 

But none of that mattered Thursday night; no excuses allowed for a game of such magnitude. In what was most important game thus far for both teams, and the Lakers stepped up to the plate, beating Boston at the TD Bankforth Garden, 110-109 in overtime. It was L.A.'s first trip to Boston since having their season ended there last year in Game 6 of the finals, falling to the Celtics, 131-92. Kobe led the Lakers with 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Pau Gasol 24 and 14. Gotta give Gasol props. I always dog him for being soft but he stepped up. 

Boston got a very balanced effort: Rajon Rondo contributed 16 points, 12 assists, and 8 boards.  Ray Allen and Paul Pierce had 22 and 21, respectively. KG, in his first game back after missing the previous two with the flu, had 16 points and 6 boards. Allen slipped and fell as he hoisted and missed a final three point attempt at the buzzer.

Most significantly, though, is that the lakers got it done without Andrew Bynum. Last season, many thought that, had Bynum been healthy and playing, the Lakers would have beaten Boston. Well, he was out Thursday, and the Lakers got the W. I think that, even without Byum, the Lakers are still the best team in The L. Their role players have greatly improved, particularly Trevor Ariza, and Jordan Farmar, who's recently returned form an injury. Also, Lamar Odom quieted the critics with  20 points and 6 boards, and the game-winning free throws - a drastic improvement from his performance, or lack thereof, in last year's Finals. The Lakers better not move him. Especially in the absence of Bynum, he might be the key to the Lakers title hopes.

Ray Allen named as Jameer Nelson's replacement In 2009 All-Star Game...

I got no problem with Ray Allen, he's having the best season of "Big Three", in my opinion. But I need answers: 

How is Mo Williams snubbed twice in one year? How can the Cavs, the best team in the East, have just 1 all-star? 

Thats bullshit.

Also, Elton Brand = done for the year. Season-ending shoulder surgery. Karma for spurning the Clippers??? 80 million dollar bust??? I'll reserver judgment for one more season.

Other Scores From Around The League...2/5/09

Pacers 94, 76ers 99

Lakers 110, Celtics 109 (OT)

Mavs 87, Jazz 115

Via: ESPN

Everything Hip-Hop Related...

Tavis Smiley Interviews The Abstract...

"Content is key"

Weezy Does "Top 10" On Letterman...

Hip-Hop Roundtable Part 3...

WOW. Excellent point. Straight knowledge from Guru.

Rick Ross Feat. Triple C - Gang Related

I was big on Ross before the officer mess. Then I had to fall back cause he lied. 50 's goin at him hard right now. But damn this nigga Ross makes some good ass music. DEEPER THAN RAP!!!

CurT@!n$ & Skillz Freestyle...LISTEN!!!!!

U already know. Every time CurT@!n$ goes in, you have to run it back. Quotables:

"You pitch it over to me, and it's out the ballpark, and I will fuck your hood up, like a brand new Wal-Mart"

"I'm way ahead of them dear/deer, like a antler"

"Put the 40 to your back nigga then you Kemp"

"Niggas still tryna block son/sun like visors"

Anybody Seen Cam'ron???

Killa speaks on where he's been, the Dips, and then gets at Juelz.

Cam'ron Interview.

"Where I been, where you been nigga I could afford to chill"

 I can't believe he said he wants to hear some music from Elz...

CRIME PAYS APRIL 28!!!

New Music From Daddy Fat Sacks!!!!

Big Boi - Ringtone

I love Outkast, so I may be biased, but I don't care what anybody says, this shit is hot. SIR LUCIOUS LEFTFOOT!!!

It's Bout To Be A HOT Spring...Sick Nike Retros

Nike Air Griffey Max 1 - Varsity Blue/Black/White/Volt

These are oh so serious. I'm glad to see Nike's got another Griffey Retro on deck. The black joints are slated to drop in April.  

Release Date: May 2009

Air Penny II - Black On Black...

Nike keeps the retro Penny's coming...and more still on the way (i.e. 1/2 Cents, Penny 3's).

Release Date: May 2009

NEWS OF THE WEEK!!! True Blue Jordan III's Confirmed For August 2009 Release...

The Air Jordan Retro III True Blue is coming back once again. Originally retroed back in 2002, the True Blue Air Jordan Retro III is set to release in August of 2009 as a non-packaged/general release. With the True Blues releasing this year, the only OG Air Jordan Retro III that has not been re-released in the past 3 years, is the the White Cement Air Jordan III...

Oh shit....another monumental retro for Jordan. These require no explanation. Copped no question.

Release Date: August 2009

Via: sneakernews & kixandthecity

NCAA Basketball...4 Of Top 25 Go Down Hard

Four of the Top 25 teams got blown out of the water Wednesday: #3 Duke, #6 Wake, and #19 Minnesota. Duke went down to #10 Clemson 74-47 at Littlejohn Coliseum. Quite simply the Tigers pressd the shit out of the Blue Devils, held them to 30% from the field, and, by the end, the Dukies had quit. The win snapped a 22 games losing streak Clemson had against Duke dating back to 1996. Trevor Booker led Clemson with 21 and 8 rebounds, while Duke got 16 from Gerald Henderson.

Wake Forest got handled, as well. Like Duke, the Demon Deacons got D'd up. They fell to Miami, 79-52, as they lost their second consecutive game, and as Hurricanes snapped their own three game losing streak. The Hurricanes "zone-boned" Wake, holding them to season-lows of 32% from the field and 52 points, and 3-20 from beyond  the arc. Jack McClinton led the way for the Hurricanes with 32.

#19 Minnesota got the same treatment they gave Illinois just a few days ago when they held the Illini to 36 points. The Gophers lost to #14 Michigan St. 76-47. The Spartans held Minnesota to 29% shooting. Wow. But what this win should really be attributed to is the coaching ability of Tom Izzo. The Spartans had lost two straight games at home coming into today - Northwestern Jan. 21 and Penn St. Sunday. The game Sunday was Penn St. first ever win at MSU. What happened between now and then? The Spartans probably had  some brutal practices to get prepared for Wednesday, Coach Izzo went off on the guys, got them fired up, and the results - a 29 point win -show why he's one of the great motivators and coaches in the game. 

#17 Texas also fell victim tonight.

Top 25 Scores From Around The Nation...2/4/09

Texas A&M 71, #2 Oklahoma 77

#3 Duke 47, #10 Clemson 74

#6 Wake Forest 52, Miami (FL) 79

USC 60, #12 UCLA 76

#19 Minnesota 47, #14 Michigan St. 76

#15 Memphis 79, Southern Meth. 66

#16 Villanova 94, Providence 91

Mizzou 69, #17 Texas 65

West Va 61, #20 Syracuse 74