Cap Space (If I were a GM)

Bill Simmons, the sports satirist and comedy/informational writer for ESPN often tells his readers the things that he would do if he were an NBA GM. Well, tonight it is my turn. Just for the sake of being one, lets say that I get to pick any of the top 50 free agents to join my team. I am limited by money, so I obviously cannot get Dwade or LeKing, so I need to start by looking down the list a little bit.

Lets say I have three team needs. I need a shot blocking/rebounding big man, a forward who can shoot the ball, and a guard to spell my starting point guard. I am going to skip the whole money thing, as this is just a casual post. For my big man, I am looking at Hakim Warrick from Chicago. He is a pogo stick who likes to cast mid-range jumpers, but he challenges shots and at least tries to defend in the post.

For my shooting forward, I am getting almost the same player, but with range. Travis Outlaw, most recently of the LA Clippers, has range on his jumper, is long and athletic, and can provide some size to my lineup.

Finally, for my floor-pusher, I want Shannon Brown. I think Shannon was limited a little bit by the triangle offense in Los Angeles. However, he has developed his jumper and dribbling skills while there, so he makes a valuable backup guard who can play the 1 or the 2.

Those are some players that could be added to any team without breaking the bank. They are all solid locker-room guys, and I appreciate their dedication to a league where they will never be stars.

Gabriel

Muppets

I think that the creative genius of Jim Henson and his Muppets cannot be talked about enough. I love to spend an hour on Youtube looking at his memorable characters and their starring roles in television and film. Even now, in the last year, Muppets have begun to make viral videos and carve out their own comedic niche in the online market.

One of my recent favorites, which has yet to fail to make me laugh is Danny Boy. This video shows off the vocal skills of the Chef, Meeker (?), and Animal.

Pure Genius, and it makes me laugh every time.

Just a quick update, Dionne and I are heading to IN next week for the duration of the "summer" (July). Pray that we have a safe and productive visit to the Davis side of the family. Thank you.