Nuggets Basketball

Cristi asked:


Born on May 29, 1984, Carmelo Anthony attended college at Syracuse and currently plays for the NBA’s Denver Nuggets. As a freshman in college, he was named Second-Team All America by the Associated Press. Anthony led the team to the school’s inaugural NCAA Championship in men’s basketball. In addition, Carmelo Anthony was named as the Most Outstanding Player of the 2003 Final Four and East Regional.

Carmelo Anthony began his professional basketball career in 2003 after being drafted third by the Denver Nuggets. During an outstanding rookie season, Anthony played in all 82 seasonal games and averaged 21 points per game. He received a unanimous vote for the NBA All-Rookie First Team and became the first NBA rookie to lead a playoff team in scoring since the 1989-1990 season. In 2004, he won a bronze medal as a member of Team USA during the 2004 Summer Olympics.

During the 2004-2005 season, Carmelo Anthony played and started in 75 games and averaged 20.8 points. In late December, he missed five games due to a sprained ankle, first one the left and another on the right. Earlier that month, he scored the 2,000th point of his career and became the third youngest player in NBA history to reach that milestone. During the 2005-2006 season, Carmelo Anthony averaged an impressive 26.5 points per game, 4.90 rebounds and 2.7 assists.
Off of the court, Carmelo Anthony has shown his dedication extends well beyond basketball as he believes in giving back to the community. In an effort to aid in the Asian Tsunami relief efforts, Carmelo Anthony agreed to donate $1,000.00 for every point scored against San Antonio during a January 8, 2005 game and also against Houston on January 9, 2005. When all was said and done, that donation totaled $35,000.00. In addition, he hosted ‘A Very Melo Christmas,’ which brought joy to hundreds of children who participated in a festive holiday party.

Standing 6′8″ tall and weighing 230 lbs., his full name is Carmelo K. Anthony. He has two brothers, one sister, and two dogs. Fans who would like to request a signed photo or simply send Carmelo Anthony their best wishes are urged to do so in care of his NBA franchise team. If you are requesting an autograph, be sure to include a SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope) along with your request. Popular items to have signed include blank index cards, trading cards and photographs. It is recommended that fans not send any item that they cannot afford to lose, such as prized possessions and/or limited edition collectibles. As with all mailed autograph requests, there is no guarantee of a reply. For this reason, many fans simply prefer to request a signed photo. Depending on the athlete’s schedule, autographs may be authentic, secretarial, pre-printed or even impossible to provide. Patience is the key to requesting autographs by mail, especially when you are talking about an athlete as popular as Carmelo Anthony. Letters and requests should be mailed to:

Carmelo Anthony

Denver Nuggets

Pepsi Center

1000 Chopper Place

Denver, CO 80204



CEDRIC

sltrib asked:

Post game Interviews of Jazz victory over the Denver Nuggets.

FLETCHER

NuggetsTV asked:

2008-09 Denver Nuggets basketball…Can You Feel It?

ELISEO

Peri Witny asked:


I did enjoy when the Utah duo of Stockton to Malone perfected the pick and role play under coach Jerry Sloane and when Larry Bird was “The Man” of the Boston Celtics. And who can forget the hardcourt duel between Boston and Los Angeles, of Bird and Magic Johnson, of Robert Parish and Kareem Abdul Jabbar?

Being someone who once played the sport, I was amazed by both of these teams, the skills of their players, the tactics employed by their coaches and the way they played the game with so much determination and basketball savvy. Such qualities have made both teams the most successful teams in the NBA when it came to the number of championships they have won. The Lakers have 14 with the last one during the last year of the Kobe Bryant-Shaquille O’Neal partnership in th 2001-2002 season while the Celtics won it last year after a drought of 22 years. And being a Celtics fan, that was just a sweet, sweet triumph to savor.

The triumvirate of Paul Pierce, Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett have showed that superstars can set aside their huge egos, get along rather well, and work for the common goal of the team, that of winning the championship. They have proven their critics wrong, and the big three want more, a lot more. And the man reponsible for bringing them in? Coach Doc Rivers should be credited for having the vision to pull this feat off.

During the start of this season, expectations have been high. Now that they have tasted how it felt to win a championship the next item in their agenda is to successfully defend their title. They started impressively, having accumulated a record of 8-2 during their first 10 games of the season with their last loss coming at the hands of the Denver Nuggets. Then they went on a franchise record 19 game winning streak which ended during Christmas Day when Bryant and the Lakers finally playing well to gain a great basketball result. Boston still owned the best win-loss record in the league with 27-3.

That suddenly changed as the next game, they were beaten by a struggling Golden State Warriors team. It was the first time that Boston suffered back-to-back defeats in the season.  It didn’t end there though. The team suddenly found themselves unable to get a win as they suffered defeats from low ranked teams like the New York Knicks and Charlotte Bobcats, aside from the losses against possible title contenders like the Portland Trailblazers, Houston Rockets and Cleveland Cavaliers. Now their record is at 31-9 through 40 NBA games.

I cannot believe the misfortune that the team is into lately. Gone is the stingy Boston defense that limits its opponents ability to score. Gone is the Celtic pride that Garnett used to have when the team had its winning streak of 19 games. They seem to be like an average team playing an average game. And I do hope that Rivers can solve the mystery and fast. The season is now on its middle part, when teams grind out wins and team standings are starting to shape up in order to determine which team shall go to the playoffs. And if the Celtics really want to defend their crown and win the title, they better show it on the basketball court day in, day out and not just by plain lip service.

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WILBERT

Al Terry asked:


Catch the action live with Hawks basketball tickets Atlanta Georgia. It is true that the 2006-2007 season was not so great for the Atlanta Hawks but the team is working hard not to repeat its past mistakes. 2007-2008 season roster includes Al Horford and Acie Law IV, Joe Johnson and Shelden Williams.

Philips Arena

Atlanta Hawks are based in Atlanta Georgia. And since 1999 they have been playing their home games at the Philips Arena. Philips Arena is an indoor arena. It cost $213.5 million to construct this arena, and it seats 18,729 for the basketball games.

The Birth Of A Great Franchise

The franchise was born in 1946. Presently the Hawks play in the Eastern Conference. The team played their best in the late 1950s and early 1960s. During that time they were known as the St. Louis Hawks. At that point they managed to reach the NBA Finals four times. Bob Pettit, Cliff Hagan, Ed Macauley and Lenny Wilkens were the top players for the team. They ensured that Hawks basketball tickets Atlanta Georgia were always in demand.

Even though the Hawks have only won one NBA Championship and that too way back in 1958, they have produced some of the greatest players and coaches in basketball history. Dominique Wilkins, who is also known as “The Human Highlight Film”, turned out to be the franchise’s all time leading scorer. In 1993, the team was coached by Lenny Wilkens, known as one of the best coaches in NBA history.

In 1999, when the Hawks moved to the new Philips Arena, Hawks basketball tickets Atlanta Georgia were sold out. Terry Slots became the new Hawks coach in 2002. However, the Hawks still struggled in the Eastern Conference. In fact, last season was the worst for the Hawks, as they finished last in the Southeast Division of the Eastern Conference.

Atlanta Hawks, which is one of the youngest teams in the NBA, look to change things around in 2007-2008 season. After all they would not like to disappoint their fans who have already bought their Hawks basketball tickets Atlanta Georgia.

There are reasons for the fans and the team to be optimistic about 2007-2008. For one they have a great roster. Joe Johnson, Josh Smith, Josh Childress and Marvin Williams are part of this roster. However, they also need the support of their fans. They need to be out their cheering their team playing against Denver Nuggets, Portland Trail Blazers, New Jersey Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, and Los Angeles Lakers.

Online Ticket Brokers

There is nothing like catching the action live and that is why there is always a huge demand for Hawk tickets no matter where they are playing. Fans can get their tickets online from an authorized ticket broker. This is a very convenient and easy method of getting premium tickets to watch your favorite team. Not only do they have a great selection but they also offer great customer service. The tickets are delivered to your doorstep within 6 to 24 hours.

So now, you do not have an excuse for not having Hawks basketball tickets Atlanta Georgia. The team needs you and you need the team.



TERRELL

Quiverwing asked:

A late 1980’s ad for McNuggets. And basketball. [Don't these nuggets look TOO happy about being next on Ronald's menu?]

RUSSELL

Jason Richards asked:


Scoring

Most points scored in a single game: Wilt Chamberlain March 2, 1962 (100 points) followed by Kobe Bryant Jan. 22, 2006 (81 points)

Most points scored in one half: Wilt Chamberlain March 2,1962 (59 points)

Most points scored in a quarter: George Gervin (33 points)

Most points scored in overtime: Gilbert Arenas December 17, 2006 (16 points)

Most three-point shots made in one game: Kobe Bryant, January 7, 2003 (12 shots)

Most three-point shots made in one half: Kobe Bryant, March 28, 2003 (8 shots)

Most three-point shots made in one quarter: Michael Redd, February 20, 2002 (8 shots)

Most points scored in a NBA All-Star game: Wilt Chamberlain (42 points)

Most points per game average in a NBA Season: Wilt Chamberlain, 1961-1962. (50.4 ppg.)

Most Points scored in a NBA Career: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (38,387), followed by Karl Malone 36,928, Michael Jordan (32,292), and Wilt Chamberlain (31,419).

Most points per game in a NBA career: Michael Jordan (32.12 ppg.)

Most seasons leading scorer: Michael Jordan (10)

Steals

Most steals in a single game: Larry Kenon, Dec. 26, 1976 tied with Kendall Gill April 3, 1999 with 11 steals.

Most steals in NBA career: John Stockton (3,625)

Blocks

Most blocks in a single game: Elmore Smith, October 28, 1973 with 17 blocks.

Most blocks in NBA career: Hakeem Olajuwon (3,830)

Assists

Most assists in one game: Scott Skiles with 30 assists.

Most assists in NBA career: John Stockton (15,806), Mark Jackson (10,334), and Magic Johnson (10,141).

Rebound

Most rebounds in a NBA Career: Wilt Chamberlin (23,924)

Most rebounds in a game: Wilt Chamberlin (55)

MVPs

Most number of Regular Season MVPs: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (6)

Most number of Finals MVPs: Michael Jordan (6)

Coach

Highest Win-Loss Record by a coach on a regular season: Phil Jackson (.713) W-891 L-359

Other Records

Most games played in Career: Robert Parish (1,611)

First NBA Champion: Philadelphia Warriors (1947)

Multiple champions: Boston Celtics (15)

Highest combined final score in a NBA game: Denver Nuggets vs. Detroit Pistons on December 13, 1983 (370 points). Detroit won 186-184 in 3 OTs.

Lowest combined points in a NBA game: Boston Celtics(62) vs. Milwaukee Bucks (57) on February 27, 1955 (119 combined points)

Best record by a NBA team in one season: Chicago Bulls, 1995-1996 Season. 72 wins and 10 losses.

Worst record by a NBA Team in one season: Philadelphia 76ers, 1972-73 season. 9 wins and 73 losses.

Longest winning streak: Los Angeles Lakers (33 games)

Longest home winning streak: Boston Celtics (38 games)

Longest losing streak: Cleveland Cavaliers (24 games)

Youngest player to score 1000 points: LeBron James (20 years and 41 days)



HUGO

asiu1990 asked:

Remember Kobe jumping over a moving Aston Martin? Well, with Kobe watching, Kenny Smith thought he could too on TNT’s “Inside the NBA” after the Los Angeles Lakers’ 122-107 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Game 2. Kobe - “What, you gonna jump over a Hot Wheels or something?” Priceless. MVP.

HARLAN

YourBetterOffAsian asked:

All credits goes to JD2K WATCH IN HIGH QUALITY his was not exactly the new look Carmelo Anthony was talking about. Kobe Bryant scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Lakers nearly became the first team in three years to hold Anthony to single digits in a 104-97 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night.

JULIUS

Daphne Greene asked:


When it comes to card games, Hold’em is king. I apologize to all of you Go-Fish sharks and master pineapplers, but when it comes down to gross games and money played, it is not even close — Texas Hold’em reigns supreme.

While the global numbers are nigh impossible to get at, Party Poker, one of the three major online poker sites, reports numbers like these: of the 8,619 cash game players online as of 1:00pm MST, January 21, 2008, 8,196 were playing Hold’em, with 6,454 participating in a No Limit game. More than 20,000 cash game players will log on and move money on Party Poker on the average Monday, with nearly 95% of them doing it in Hold’em rooms.

Why? Why does Hold’em so dominate the world of poker? The following two part series will explore both the history of Texas Hold’em and poker as a whole as well as the qualities of the game itself which have contributed to its meteoric rise.

As far as the history books are concerned, poker as we know it began sometime in the 1820s in New Orleans. Some sailors began to bet on who they thought possessed the best three card hand dealt from a deck of somewhere between 20 and 32 cards. There were no suits on the cards, and in their minds there was no such thing as a straight.

Then poker took to the river. Fueled mainly by the Mississippi River Boat, by 1850 poker had grown into a national game, the 52 card English deck had been introduced and the term “river boat gambler” had been coined. During the course of the American Civil War, the flush, the straight, the five card hand, stud and draw poker were all integrated into the way the games were played. As far as we can tell today, the most popular games of the pre-1900 period were a French cousin of poker called faro - kind of a cross between baccarat and craps - and five-card draw. Some of the early five-card draw champs remain notorious even today, most notably Wild Bill Hickok. Recently, Ole’ Bill was at the center of the first season of HBO’s acclaimed “Deadwood” series, where he once again met his demise at the poker table, famously holding two pair, Aces and Eights, forever known as “The Dead Man’s Hand.”

Then the joker came in 1875, lo-ball around 1900, and in 1925 Texas Hold’em was officially recognized by Dallas, Texas when community cards were introduced. In actuality, Texas Hold’em was born around a decade earlier in Robstown, Texas, a town of about 13,000 people that still stands today.

Not much is known about Poker history between 1920 and 1955, probably because it was considered a dirty form of entertainment and was marginalized by mainstream media. Then in 1955, a strapping young man courted by the Minneapolis Lakers who shattered his whole leg at once and would go on to change the face of poker forever.

Doyle Brunson was born in Texas in 1933 and had plans to be a basketball player until he broke his leg in 1954 performing some manual labor, an injury for which he still needs a crutch. Over the next 13 years, Doyle would travel the country playing in largely illegal games with his friends Amarillo Slim and Sailor Roberts until 1967, when Doyle Brunson came to Las Vegas.

Until 1967, Hold’em did not exist in Las Vegas. Brunson, a Texas boy who’d been playing Hold’em for fifteen years by 1967, first brought the game to the Golden Nugget Casino. Despite his growing reputation as a high-stakes gambler, Hold’em was relatively obscure in Vegas, so Doyle and friends mostly played stud. Only occasionally could they find enough interested strangers to get a Hold’em game going. But Doyle loved his home state’s game, and was confident that it would grow.

The first big turn came in 1969 when the Gambling Fraternity Convention, which would be renamed the World Series of Poker the following year, began playing Texas Hold’em for a number of its tournaments. In 1972, the now World Series of Poker Main Event became No Limit Texas Hold’em, and the growth has been exponential ever since. The first main event was a table of 8 players, where the winner was voted on by the players – now the tournament is regularly above 6,000 entrants.

The next major step up for Hold’em occurred again through Doyle Brunson: as Texas Dolly published a series of books, from Super/System to “How I made One Million Dollars Playing Poker” Doyle was legitimizing both the card player career and Texas Hold’em the game. By 1982, 104 players were buying into the main event. The figure grew consistently by 15-50 entrants each year until 1998, when the movie “Rounders” was released. The following year saw the field grow by 119 entrants to 512 total players.

By 2003, that number had grown to 839, an already impressive number more than 100 times the original field. Players like Phil Hellmuth and other so-called Hold’em specialists or gamblers who only played Texas Hold’em had risen up to claim international fame. It seemed as if the WSOP Main Event was on pace to hit 1,000 entrants in the next 5 years, a staggering number considering the $10,000 price tag that came with a seat in the tournament – then came the NHL strike.

Outside of anything Doyle Brunson did, the NHL strike was the single most important event in the history of Hold’em. With the NHL on strike, ESPN2 had a huge slate of programming that needed to be filled. Enter Chris Moneymaker.

Moneymaker gained entry to the Main-Event through a satellite tournament as he had nowhere near enough money to his oh-so- appropriate name to pony up the $10,000. 3 days, 1 unbelievable call on a Dutch Boyd bluff and a big bluff of his own on runner up Sammy Farha later, Chris Moneymaker had won $2.5 million and the coveted Main-Event bracelet. Much to the surprise of the ESPN network, when the numbers finally came in, the Nielson ratings for the 2003 WSOP had been higher than the previous year’s NHL showings. With that, No Limit Texas Hold’em became a nationwide craze.

Chris Moneymaker became the poster boy for the rags-to-riches, anyone-can-do-it poker star; the following year, a mind boggling 2,576 people paid the buy-in, only to be dwarfed by the following year’s 5,619 and 2006’s small city of 8,773.

More than just an explosion of WSOP entrants, there was an explosion of online gaming as well. In 1998, there was only one online gaming site, Planet Poker, played on regularly by less than 2,000 players per day. In 2000 and 2001, there was the rise and fall of Dutch Boyd’s infamous Poker Spot. It was not until Party Poker began its exhaustive television advertising campaign in 2003, capitalizing on Chris Moneymaker’s Cinderella story, that online gaming became the entity that it is today. With 20,000 players on a slow day, Party Poker and other major sites have become the largest arena for poker in the history of the world.

So why is Texas Hold’em so by far and away the poker game of choice? In part, because of the work of Doyle Brunson, in part because of the WSOP Main Event, online giants like Party Poker, even Chris Moneymaker and the NHL strike played a role. In part two of the series, we will investigate the inherent qualities of Texas Hold’em itself which have contributed to its rise.



WM