Tiger Woods Tops BusinessWeek's Second Annual 'The Power 100' Ranking of the Most Powerful People in Sports Oct 3, 2008
"The Power 100" 1 Tiger Woods Golfer 2 Roger Goodell Commissioner, NFL 3 David Stern Commissioner, NBA 4 George Bodenheimer President, ESPN 5 Dick Ebersol Chairman, NBC Sports 6 Phil Knight Chairman, Nike 7 Allan "Bud " Selig Commissioner, MLB 8 Brian France Chairman and CEO, Nascar 9 Michael Jordan NBA great; minority owner, Charlotte Bobcats 10 Sean McManus President, CBS News and Sports 11 David Hill Chairman and CEO, Fox Sports 12 Rupert Murdoch Chairman and CEO, News Corp. 13 Myles Brand... (PR Newswire)
Lakers taking it easy on Olympians Kobe, Gasol Oct 3, 2008
Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol could miss some Lakers preseason games. Both players participated in last month's Olympics in Beijing. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Laker relishes serving as a solid role model Oct 3, 2008
A larger-than-life wall photo of Kobe Bryant in midflight caught the attention of Jordan Farmar in the studio of sports-talk radio station KFIG (AM 1430). It's a scene Farmar has seen hundreds of times while playing alongside Bryant for the Los Angeles Lakers. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
TALE OF THE TAPEJohn Henry's two big investments, the Boston Red Sox and Roush Fenway Racing, have a little more in common than just their owner. Oct 3, 2008
Shaquille O'Neal vs. Kobe Bryant. New York Knicks vs. New York Mets. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Bobcats' Wallace looking to adapt Oct 3, 2008
Thursday, October 2, 2008. Published: Oct 02, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Oct 02, 2008 02:59 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
C is for championship, Celtics look to repeat Oct 3, 2008
Players like Lebron James, Kobe Bryant, and Dwayne Wade have proven that it is impossible for one player to carry an entire team and win Championships. The Celtics were successful because of what they did as a team and should continue to do the same next season. (The Suffolk Journal, MA)
Expert: Upcoming NBA season full of questions Sep 25, 2008
Last year at this time, the biggest questions for the NBA other than the arrest and accusations regarding gambling referee Tim Donaghy were whether the old men who were making up the new Boston Celtics could win a championship and whether Kobe Bryant would be traded away from the Los Angeles Lakers after several months of demands, specifically about going to Chicago. We know now the Celtics weren't too old or too hyped and Bryant finally came to his senses as the two elite franchises met... (MSNBC -- Sports)
BACK TO SCHOOL: Coach K returns to Duke Sep 25, 2008
"It was surprising that the coach of LeBron James and Kobe Bryant was sitting in my house," Boynton said of a recent visit from Krzyzewski. "He had just left the Olympic team two days before. (He has) the biggest accomplishment for any coach in the history of basketball.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Fernandez a big hit with Portland fans Sep 24, 2008
He and some of the other coaches went to watch Spain during the competition, with Kobe Bryant tagging along. McMillan recounted how Bryant said to him: He s your kid, huh. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Mills still on NBA radar Sep 23, 2008
The St Mary's College sophomore used his nimble footwork and blinding speed to flash past defenders, impressing NBA scouts, Team USA superstars like Kobe Bryant and American coach Mike Krzyzewski among others. Mills will resume his college career at St Mary's but looks destined for the NBA draft, with his cause helped by the fact many analysts believe this year's rookie crop to be thin on talent. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
'Rudy! Rudy! Rudy!' Fans welcome new Blazer Sep 23, 2008
"I think he'll raise the level of competition for everyone.''Fernandez played for Spain in Beijing, scoring 22 points in the gold medal game against the United States. The U.S. team won, 118-107.Portland coach Nate McMillan was an assistant coach for the U.S. team. He and some of the other coaches went to watch Spain during the competition, with Kobe Bryant tagging along.McMillan recounted how Bryant said to him: "He's your kid, huh. He's pretty good. (MSNBC -- Sports)
At last, 'Bienvenidos, Rudy!' Sep 23, 2008
When Rudy Fernandez squared off against Kobe Bryant, LeBron James and the rest of Team USA last month at the Olympics, the Spanish guard said his first thought was to respect the NBA stars. By the time he and Spain met the Americans a second time, in the gold-medal game, his mind-set had changed. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Spanish guard Rudy Fernandez joins the Blazers Sep 23, 2008
He and some of the other coaches went to watch Spain during the competition, with Kobe Bryant tagging along. McMillan recounted how Bryant said to him: "He's your kid, huh? He's pretty good.". (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Around the Horned - Second Edition Sep 23, 2008
Texas Christian University Horned Frogs - Official Athletic Site. Student-athletes, coaches and staff members showcase a different side of their lives in Around the Horned. (Gofrogs.com)
NBA facility is a gym-dandy Sep 23, 2008
"All the comfortsThe Attack gym is located on West Harrison Avenue, a short ride from downtown, and covers 65,000 square feet. Bordering on the south is a vacant lot, to the east the Chicago and Northwestern railroad line. Across the street is Altgeld Park. On a warm summer day early this month, homeless people camped on the edge of the park.The high-tech, bright and shiny gym contrasts with the rundown surrounding area, but also symbolizes the city's intent to improve the West Side, partly in... (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Game On! blog: Davis-Kiffin spat smolders in Oakland Sep 22, 2008
Will Kobe Bryant opt out of the Lakers' contract next year. Chris Mannix of SI.com of why he might. (USA Today -- Sports)
Cards' Wilson has new attitude Sep 21, 2008
Wilson watched the NBA Finals and heard people talking about how the Lakers' Kobe Bryant, once thought unapproachable, was serving as mentor to young players. It's something coach Ken Whisenhunt has constantly preached. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Getting to Know Freshman Guard Becky Burke Sep 20, 2008
" Happy with her final decision, Burke is looking forward to the upcoming season and the opportunity of future success for her and her teammates. Up Close with Burke: Parents: Michael and Susie Burke Nickname: Bec bec, Butta Favorite Food: Fruity Pebbles Favorite Color: Red Favorite TV Show: Anything on the Food Network or ESPN Favorite Athlete: Kobe Bryant Superstitions: Always wear a headband (with the adidas symblol onver my left eye) One word that describes me: competitive The Best Gift I... (Uoflsports.com)
Oden's is no crossover artist and he knows it Sep 19, 2008
The 7-foot Trail Blazer has gotten a lot of attention for his rendition of N'Sync's "It's Gonna Be Me.'' A video of the performance has made the rounds on the Internet.This much is clear: There's no danger of Oden testing the "crossover'' waters a la Kobe Bryant or Ron Artest. In fact, his singing could best be likened to Chewbaca's wails in "Star Wars.''advertisementBut it was all in good fun.A little background: The video was shot a couple of weeks ago during a charity event, Greg Oden's... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Paul's busy offseason ending with a strike Sep 18, 2008
He made his first All-Star appearance and was runner-up for the MVP award behind Kobe Bryant of the Los Angeles Lakers. Coming off that kind of season, Paul is a primary reason the Hornets are projected to be one of the top teams in the Western Conference. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Gaining Experience a World Away Sep 17, 2008
"We got to meet Kobe Bryant. And the opening ceremonies -- meeting the president, all the people cheering; it was really exciting.". 2007-08 Team Info. (Und.com)
Olympic dreams dashed Sep 15, 2008
Then, on Aug. 22, in a semifinal game against a U.S. team led by Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, Ginobili fell. He grabbed that same ankle and was helped off the court and into the locker room. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
3-Dot Lounge: Dodgers are fun again with Manny Sep 13, 2008
Kobe Bryant made an interesting decision this week. After indicating since February that he needed surgery to repair a damaged ligament in the little finger of his shooting hand, he decided to bypass the operation for the sake of Lakers team unity. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Kindred: Garcia "made for Ryder Cup" Sep 13, 2008
Garcia is to golf what Pete Rose was in baseball, Kobe Bryant is in basketball, Terrell Owens in football: the cursed enemy that you wish were on your side. . (ESPN -- Golf)
Coastal voices: Cherishing our protected freedoms Sep 13, 2008
I singled out Barry Bonds, Michael Vick and Kobe Bryant, due to their sports memorabilia selling the most in their respective sports, while selling out in the greater game of Life. Some Mensan, disregarding those stats, wrote to accuse me of being a racist. (Daily Triplicate)
After School’ special Sep 12, 2008
When you see Corbin Bleu zipping down a basketball court like Kobe Bryant, just know: That's acting. "I'm horrible at basketball," the "High School Musical" star says. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
The Front Row: Shaq’s new timetable Sep 12, 2008
First, in his freestyle directed at former teammate and on-again-off-again nemesis Kobe Bryant, O Neal went above and beyond in the exact ways he d like to humiliate the NBA s reigning MVP.. Now, he has gone to even greater lengths to nail down the precise end of his basketball career. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
'Saturday Night' stars Sep 12, 2008
Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant: Perfect co-hosts. They could re-enact the infamous 1978 Chevy Chase-Bill Murray backstage brawl, which those two spoofed two years later when Chase next appeared as celebrity host. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Olympic achievements leave lasting image Sep 12, 2008
Kobe Bryant and Lebron James could be seen at nearly all of Phelps' events, and along with the rest of us, they wanted to see if Misty May and Kerry Walsh could repeat as beach volleyball gold medalists. Another thing that may go unnoticed is the lack of monetary compensation for the Olympians. (The University Echo, TN)
* Sports Briefs Sep 11, 2008
National Basketball Association Most Valuable Player Kobe Bryant has decided to forgo surgery on his right pinkie finger after learning it could sideline him for 12 weeks. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar and newly minted Olympic gold medalist said on Tuesday on his Web site, kb24. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Tackling another hot sports topic Sep 11, 2008
The big lug is collecting $8 million for not pitching this year, and he's managed to make big news in the middle of the NBA playoffs (when he ripped Kobe Bryant as a bad teammate) and again at the beginning of the NFL season. Makes you wonder how John McCain could have gone for Sarah Palin over Schill. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Bryant decides against finger surgery Sep 10, 2008
NBA Kobe Bryant will not have surgery on his right pinkie because recovery would take too long. Bryant has played with damaged ligaments since February, but said yesterday he won't have surgery after seeking opinions from hand specialists. "When the doctors told me recovery from a procedure could be 12 weeks, I just decided now was not the time to have surgery," Bryant said on the website. (Boston Globe)
Kobe opts against surgery on injured pinkie finger Sep 10, 2008
Kobe Bryant announced on his website that he will forgo surgery on his pinkie finger and should be ready for training camp that starts later this month. From staff reports has adjusted so well to playing with an injured right pinkie he has decided to forgo surgery and expects to be ready for the start of NBA training camp later this month when his Los Angeles Lakers open defense of their Western Conference title. (USA Today -- Sports)
Kobe Bryant foregoes finger surgery Sep 10, 2008
(Sports Network) - Los Angeles Lakers All-Star guard Kobe Bryant has decided to forgo surgery on his right pinkie. After seeking numerous opinions from hand specialists, Bryant expressed that he did not want to miss any time on the court when Lakers training camp opens later this month. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Britt moves up in AP football poll Sep 10, 2008
LOS ANGELES ; Kobe Bryant will not have surgery on his right pinkie because recovery would take too long.. Bryant has played with damaged ligaments in the finger since February, but said Tuesday that he won;t have surgery after seeking opinions from hand specialists. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Can lab-grown diamonds replace the real thing? Sep 10, 2008
While mined colored stones are rare -- and therefore several times as expensive as colorless ones -- currently there is only a small, exclusive market for them: Actress Jennifer Lopez prefers yellow and blue diamonds, and when basketball star Kobe Bryant bought his wife an I'm-really-sorry diamond after he was caught cheating on her, he dropped $4 million on a purple stone. Aside from offering a less expensive product, the diamond reporter Bates said, some analysts expected Gemesis to actively... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Sports news briefs (Today) Sep 10, 2008
Kobe Bryant will not have surgery on his right pinkie because recovery would take too long. Bryant has played with damaged ligaments in the finger since February. The Philadelphia 76ers gave Maurice Cheeks his second contract extension in seven months. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
MBB | GOLD STANDARD Sep 10, 2008
Across the globe, there was Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim cracking a joke with the reigning NBA MVP Kobe Bryant. Boeheim laughed and gave Bryant a playful whack on the shoulder. (Daily Orange, NY)
Astana puts brakes on Armstrong story Sep 9, 2008
Basketball Lakers' Bryant faces surgery on pinkie Lakers guard Kobe Bryant will undergo surgery to repair ligament damage in his right pinkie, reported. Bryant, who suffered the injury Feb. 5, chose to put off the procedure until after the Olympics. (Boston Globe)
Kobe Bryant will have surgery on pinkie Sep 9, 2008
FILIPPO MONTEFORTE / AFP/Getty ImagesKobe Bryant celebrates at the end of the U.S. men's basketball team's victory over Spain to win the gold medal at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games on Aug. 24 ... Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant announced Monday that he will have surgery to repair the ligament damage in his right pinkie finger. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Lindsay Lohan, Paramore, Katy Perry Hit VMA Afterparties -- But Where Are T.I. And Lil Wayne? Sep 9, 2008
L.A. sports icons Kobe Bryant and new Dodgers manager Joe Torre (with his daughter) made appearances, Slipknot's Sid Wilson in a mask and three-piece suit, of course had a lengthy chat with Efren Ramirez (a. k.a. the dude who played Pedro in "Napoleon Dynamite"), and during a surprise performance by the Ting Tings, Plain White T's drummer De'Mar Hamilton told a friend, "I love this band!" before singing along to the duo's VMA-nominated song "Shut Up and Let Me Go" in a faux cockney accent. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Monday Tip: Good for USA, but not for Duke? Sep 8, 2008
No prospect who receives interest from Duke thinks, "I wonder if Coach K will be able to give me and the team enough attention?" But, I guarantee many are fascinated with the idea of being taught by the same guy who coached LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and company. What 17-year-old basketball junkie wouldn't be. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Brown-Trafton appearing on Oprah today Sep 8, 2008
According to The Associated Press, other athletes on the show include Michael Phelps, Nastia Liukin, Kobe Bryant, Mist May-Treanor and Kerri Walsh. Note to Commenters: Valid Registration Required. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Leader Or Liar? Sep 6, 2008
On the court, the Warriors have a reasonably strong blend of experience and youth, but only Jackson has even the potential to be a Western Conference power broker along the lines of Steve Nash, Tim Duncan, Kobe Bryant, Deron Williams, Jason Kidd and Davis himself, with the Los Angeles Clippers. The Warriors can't ask Jackson for more scoring, a sudden passion for the boards or anything beyond his capability. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Lakers' Bynum says he's ready to play Sep 6, 2008
The highs and lows of Kobe Bryant's career ... Bynum, the 10th overall selection in the 2005 NBA draft, credited the rapid improvement he made last season to the hiring Zarzana in the wake of withering criticism from teammate Kobe Bryant after the Lakers first-round playoff ouster in 2007. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Olympian Schierholtz eschews honor Sep 6, 2008
Schierholtz had his picture taken with basketball stars Kobe Bryant and LeBron James during the opening ceremonies. He got to know beach volleyball star Misty May-Treanor, who's married to Florida catcher Matt Treanor. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Ask Babe: More questions for the Babe Sep 6, 2008
The photo was in an envelope that said "Presented with the compliments of the St. Louis Cardinals to the fans who attended Stan's last game as an active player.'' The envelope is dated Sept. 29, 1964. -- Clint Campbell, McDonough, Ga. Musial is one of the all-time greats, but he has been a Hall of Famer throughout the entire autograph boom of the past two decades. And he has been a gracious and active signer. That all adds up to his signed photos being worth just $60, according to Tuff Stuff's... (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Q&A: Getting to Know...NC State's Keri DeMar Sep 6, 2008
Major: Psychology and Political Science Favorite Pro Athlete: Kobe Bryant. NC State women's volleyball player Keri DeMar is double-majoring in psychology and political science, minoring in business, and also learning Chinese in her free time. (Theacc.com)
Q & A with Ryan Howard Sep 6, 2008
Ryan Howard, the senior punt returner/defensive back, took a few minutes to talk to The Daily Orange about everything from his thoughts as a punt is in the air to why Kobe Bryant is his athletic idol. On what it takes to be a good punt returner: "Quickness, vision, good judgment, smarts. All that kind of goes into it.". (Daily Orange, NY)
Patterson leads Burton into Week 2 -- RB ran for 251 yards in opener Sep 5, 2008
When it comes to being an athlete, Patterson said that he tried to model himself after Los Angeles Laker Kobe Bryant. He s been through a lot of stuff and he fought through it, he said. (Brenham Banner, TX)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Name-changers Ocho Cinco vs. Prince Sep 5, 2008
Shaquille O'Neal vs. Kobe Bryant. New York Knicks vs. New York Mets. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Teagarden tested on world stage Sep 5, 2008
" Teagarden said the baseball team's hectic schedule prevented the players from mingling with other athletes as much as he thought they would. He was, however, relieved to find that language wasn't a barrier, as most of the athletes spoke fluent English. Despite his busy schedule, it didn't keep Teagarden from seeing Michael Phelps, Usain Bolt, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, LeBron James and Kobe Bryant in person. But before Teagarden could enjoy the festivities, he had to endure a 12-hour flight... (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
Oprah welcomes Phelps, other Olympians to Chicago Sep 4, 2008
Along with Mr. Phelps, other crowd favorites who attended were Shawn Johnson (gymnastics), Kobe Bryant (basketball) and Dara Torres (swimming). Ms. Torres, the 41-year-old swimmer who came within one one-hundredth of a second of a gold medal, spoke to Ms. Winfreys core audience working women and mothers. (Crain's Chicago Business)
Between the Lines Sep 4, 2008
The list includes Michael Phelps, Nastia Luikin, Shawn Johnson, Dara Torres, Dwyane Wade, Lisa Leslie, Misty May-Treanor, Kerri Walsh, Jennie Finch and Kobe Bryant, who s really a mega-star anyway. It s the kind of thing Oprah does best, and I can t wait to see the results next Monday. (Fox News)
LeBron James enjoying his gold Sep 4, 2008
" Kalb's bag of trick shots including one where he bounced the ball very high in the lane, raced around the goal post, caught the ball as it came down, and tossed it in the basket. James missed his try, and after losing the first game, declared best two-of-three. Each made, among other shots, left-handed free throws, but Kalb went on to win the second game as well. After he missed his final shot, James tossed the ball away in mock anger. Asked if the matchup against Kalb was tougher than winning... (Anchorage Daily News)
Network anchors join forces to fight cancer Sep 4, 2008
In typical Oprah fashion, she not only has one Olympic gold medalist on her show but she has tons of them, from Michael Phelps to Kobe Bryant. . (MSNBC -- Politics)
LeBron enjoys Olympic gold while losing H-O-R-S-E Sep 4, 2008
He seemed to have taken on the mantle of leader of the U.S. team that included a roster of other superstars, including Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade and Jason Kidd ... "Leadership, being able to go out and lead some of the best in the world makes it a lot easier to lead some of the guys on my team,'' James said. "When you can tell Kobe Bryant and Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh some things that they're doing wrong, or right, it's a lot easier to go home to your respective team and tell those guys what... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Oprah offers a boost to Chicago's 2016 Olympic bid Sep 4, 2008
Oprah Winfrey will promote Chicago's charms as a potential 2016 Olympic host city today, with help from Michael Phelps, Nastia Liukin and Kobe Bryant ... Michael Phelps, Nastia Liukin and Kobe Bryant are among the Olympians set to attend. (USA Today -- Life)
No rest for AG's golden girl Sep 4, 2008
According to an Associated Press report 150 members of the U.S. Olympic team, including gold medalists Michael Phelps, Nastia Liukin, Kobe Bryant, Misty May-Treanor, Kerri Walsh and Solvang's Todd Rogers were on hand for the taping of the show at Millenium Park in Chicago. The report said the show will kick off the 23rd season for Oprah Winfrey's talk show and will air Sept. 8. (Santa Maria Times)
Marty BurnsINSIDE THE NBA Sep 4, 2008
After carrying the Lakers through a long season that stretched into June, Kobe Bryant spent the summer helping lead Team USA to the gold medal at the Beijing Olympics. Due to those commitments, the reigning MVP also put off surgery to repair ligament damage in his right pinky. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Walkout leads to calls for internal reform of CBA Sep 4, 2008
"A good team shouldn't be influenced by such calls. Even NBA superstar Kobe Bryant won't challenge referees in this way.". Despite Yao Ming and his national team's sparkling show at the Beijing Olympics, China's domestic basketball has been struggling to reach fans' expectations. (Xinhuanet, China)
Oprah Winfrey Hosts Olympians in Chicago Sep 4, 2008
(CHICAGO) Thousands of spectators cheered Olympic medalists Michael Phelps, Dara Torres and Kobe Bryant on Wednesday as the city of Chicago got a high-profile boost to its bid to host the 2016 Summer Olympics. Related Articles. (Time.com)
Going for Gold Sep 3, 2008
Kobe Bryant added 20, 13 of them in the second half ... Kobe Bryant and LeBron James take a breather with 6:29 to play and the USA down 13-9 ... Kobe Bryant flushes a three-pointer and the USA lead is now 10, 41-31. (USA Today -- Sports)
Phelps continues whirlwind of appearances Sep 3, 2008
On Wednesday, he'll join 150 other U.S. Olympic team members _ including Nastia Liukin and Kobe Bryant _ in taping Winfrey's show at Chicago's Millennium Park. Winfrey intends the show, which will air Sept. 8, as a "welcome home celebration" and a chance to showcase Chicago as the city bids for the 2016 Summer Olympics. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
The Rough Business Of Coaching Sep 2, 2008
Can you imagine Phil Jackson invoicing Kobe Bryant for his coaching services. How about Bill Belichick asking Tom Brady to sign his paycheck. (Forbes)
