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Emotional Win with Dirk Nowitzki caught on Video

Denz — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 05:18:22 +0000

Although Miami Heat star Chris Bosh cried because he MISSED OUT on a chance to win a championship, it was a different story for Dallas Mavericks star Dirk Nowitzki, as emotions ran TOO HIGH for the star, to the point where he couldn’t make it through the last three seconds of Game 6. He knows he’s EARN THIS CHAMPIONSHP, and finally can get the monkey off his back.

In most cases, you’d expect a player to celebrate a moment like this one by soaking in the moment on the court. However, an emotional Nowitzki declined a public celebration and ran off the court to gather his thoughts in the locker room with still 1.2 seconds showing on the clock. It was a very touching moment that the ABC TV crew was lucky enough to capture in the video above.

After the game, Dirk explained his walk off the court in an interview with ESPN’s Hannah Storm:

“I had to get a moment. I was crying a bit. I was a little emotional. … I actually didn’t want to come out for the trophy, but the guys talked me into it.”

Caught! Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart Hold Hands

Denz — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 13:20:36 +0000

Feasibly you are still wondering about the relationship between Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart, will now here’s the answer: they are a couple. The two “Twilight” lovebirds were caught holding hands backstage at the MTV Movie Awards 2011. Like with every other red carpet event, at this year’s MTV Movie Awards too Kristen and Robert went out of their way to act like there’s nothing more going on between them than a platonic relationship. Most of the time, they managed to do just that and even convince those who still believe their romance is a PR stunt that this is what it is – if you disregard Kristen calling Robert “honey” on stage.

However, backstage, the two let their guard slip down for a brief instant when, after posing for pictures for the press, they were holding hands – and there’s video to prove it. Past the 1.30 minute mark, Robert and Kristen believe they’re done with their press duties and they start to move towards the exit. They’re clearly more relaxed and they probably don’t even suspect there’s a camera on them right now, which explains why they’d hold hands.

This isn’t the only hint that they’re a couple: when they took to the stage to accept the Best Kiss Award, after some bantering about how they didn’t want to lock lips because they didn’t feel like it, Kristen called Rob “honey.” He said he knew someone in the audience whom he did want to kiss and, as he made his way towards the pit, Kristen called after him, “Go get ‘em, honey!” Obviously, it could have been part of the joke – but there’s no denying there was hand-holding backstage, when Rob and Kristen thought no one was looking.

LeBron could be better than Jordan?

Denz — Sat, 28 May 2011 06:22:19 +0000

Hall-of-Famer Scottie Pippen has added to Chicago’s pain as if the Bulls losing to Miami in the Eastern Conference finals wasn’t enough, by suggesting that LeBron James(notes) could be better than Michael Jordan. Pippen stirred the pot in an interview with ESPN radio on Friday morning, saying:

“Michael Jordan is probably the greatest scorer to ever play in the game, but I may go as far to say LeBron James is probably the greatest player to ever play the game. Not only can he score at will, but he keeps everybody involved. You have to be on your Ps and Qs because everybody is a threat to score when he’s on the floor. Not only that, LeBron James will dominate the game on the offensive end and he’s able to do it on the defensive end as well. He can get in those passing lanes and dominate the game.”

That set off an explosion on Twitter. Pippen responded first by posting, “For all of you that don’t know, I played the game you keep watching and cheering.” He softened his stance later, writing: “Don’t get me wrong, MJ was and is the greatest. But LeBron could by all means get to his level someday.”

Jordan and Pippen won six championships with the Bulls in the 1990s. James moved a step closer to his first title when the Heat knocked out Chicago on Thursday, setting up a matchup with Dallas.

Sony reveals its first tablet PC to take on Apple

Denz — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 09:29:22 +0000

Japanese electronics maker Sony has announced its first foray into the popular tablet PC market, unveiling two new devices. The gadgets will use Google’s Android operating system, according to the company’s deputy president Kunimasa Suzuki. Sales of tablet PCs have been booming globally, led by the success of Apple’s ipad. Sony has said it wants to become a leading player in the market. The success of iPad has seen many consumer electronics companies, like Samsung and HTC, launch their own versions of the tablet PC in an effort to capture a share of the growing market.

According to research firm Gartner, sales of tablet PCs are likely to quadruple in the next four years to almost 294m units. Sony has indicated that it is aiming to become the second largest player in the segment behind Apple within one year. However, analysts say that Sony will find it tough to achieve that target. Analysts say that as the tablet PC market evolves over the next few years and the number of players grows, companies will have to find their niche.

Its gadgets like PlayStation already allow users in different parts of the world to interact and play games with other. He said the electronics maker has a long standing partnership with Ericsson and together they could play a big role in the coming years. “We estimate that by the year 2020 we will see 80bn gadgets connected to each other worldwide. Given the expertise Sony has in consumer market and that of Ericsson in network operations, they could have a big impact in connecting the tablet segment.”

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Wade gives Sixers a headache

Denz — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:25:20 +0000

Too bad for the Sixers, for anyone who wanted some drama in the series, that Dwyane Wade went from getting headaches to giving them. In a brilliant performance that conjured up images of his 2006 NBA Finals, the freeze-frame moment for Wade and the series came in the fourth quarter of Game 3. Miami up six. LeBron James misses. Ball bounces high off the rim. Wade bounces high off the floor.

With a grab and a powerful dunk, Wade essentially slammed any notion that the Sixers or his own physical hiccups will shut him down anytime soon. If ever, after spending Game 1 dealing with the initial stages of migraine symptoms, then Game 2 rusty from missing practice, Wade stepped out of his fog and Miami can now visualize the East semi-finals in the distance.

There wasn’t a spot on the Wells Fargo Center court that he didn’t cover in the 100-94 win. He scored 32 points, after scoring a combined 31 the first two games, some from mid-range, but also by challenging the Sixers inside and putting his body at risk. Six of his 10 rebounds were offensive as the Heat loaded up on second helpings. And he came two assists shy of a triple-double.

If there was any doubt, witness what happened when Wade fell hard to the floor in the first half, right on his shoulder. He grimaced, rose slowly and kept holding his arm. Strangely, the Heat never signaled for the trainer. It was almost as if they knew Wade was OK. And he didn’t ask for the trainer, either.

Actually, Wade seemed determined to make the night his night, as if he had to make up for the previous two games. He played the decoy in those games, passing the ball, making sure to get Bosh involved, feeding LeBron on the break. But also because he had little choice but play a supporting role. The energy and the timing just weren’t there.

Whenever Wade plays, you’re not sure whether to exhale, not only because he can steal your breath with his speed downcourt and ability to improvise, but because he always seems to be an injury risk. The crash-landing on his shoulder only enhanced that reputation. But as usual, Wade simply brushed it aside.

Jennifer Aniston & Bradley Cooper Back Together?

Denz — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:28:32 +0000

Bradley Cooper is looking to rekindle the romance with one of his former (alleged) flames, Jennifer Aniston, Just one month after splitting from Renee Zellweger. Bradley and Jennifer were romantically linked in the media right before he started going out with Renee, which prompted some talk the other week about how Jennifer felt Renee had “stolen” Bradley from her.

In fact, reports even said that Aniston was “gloating” because things didn’t work out between the two because that meant she had another chance with the “Limitless” actor, as we also informed you at the time. Even more, though things didn’t work out for them the first time around, in 2009, both are open to the idea and are willing to see whether second time is a charm.

Jen always had a soft spot for Bradley, and she thinks he is very attractive and charming. Jen appreciates that Bradley is low-key, loves dogs and is focused on his movie career. As it happens, Bradley just wrapped up the huge promo tour for his latest film, “Limitless,” and is now back in Los Angeles, with definite plans of spending some time with Aniston. Of course, whether that turns out to be the case is an entirely different matter.

Hatton handed controversial world-title clash

Denz — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:50:45 +0000

According to the latest Sports News, Matthew Hatton is to fight Mexico’s Saul Alvarez for the vacant WBC light-middleweight title on 5 March. The 29-year-old Hatton, younger brother of former world champion Ricky, will step up from welterweight having made two defences of the European crown.

Hatton, who is expected to fight in California, said: “This is fantastic news. Every kid that laces up gloves dreams of becoming a world champion.” The WBC belt was recently vacated by Philippine legend Manny Pacquiao.

Hatton has won 41 of his 47 fights since turning professional in 2000 while the unbeaten Alvarez, 20, has stopped 26 of his 35 victims since turning professional at the age of 15. Hatton’s last fight was a third-round stoppage of the previously unbeaten Swiss fighter Roberto Belge last November.

Europe won, the Team of the Year award

Denz — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 14:50:54 +0000

According to the recent sports news, Europe’s Ryder Cup team have been named the Sports Personality Team of the Year after their success at Celtic Manor. The 12, captained by Colin Montgomerie, regained the historic title by beating the United States 14½-13½. Team USA led 6-4 after the first two sessions during a rain-affected event before Europe fought back to gain a 9½-6½ advantage going into the singles. Europe won when Graeme McDowell clinched victory on the 17th against Hunter Mahan in the last singles group.

The European team also included Lee Westwood, Rory McIlroy, Martin Kaymer, Ian Poulter, Ross Fisher, Francesco Molinari, Edoardo Molinari, Peter Hanson, Luke Donald, Padraig Harrington and Miguel Angel Jimenez. Montgomerie was backed up by five vice-captains – Jose Maria Olazabal, Thomas Bjorn, Paul McGinley and Sergio Garcia.

The match, which had to be concluded a day later than scheduled due to heavy rain at the Welsh course, went down to the wire. The score was tied at 13½-13½ with only Ulsterman McDowell and Mahan of the US left on the course. McDowell, who won the US Open in June, knew he had to win the match to stop the US from retaining the Ryder Cup. And he held his nerve, sinking a 15-foot birdie putt on the 16th to go two holes up with two to play and Mahan capitulated on the 17th, fluffing a chip to the green and eventually conceding the hole and match.

An emotionally drained Montgomerie said at the time: “This means the world to everyone involved in the European Tour. I didn’t hit a shot, yet it is a proud, proud moment for me personally. It’s an amazing feeling to have won. I’d also like to pay tribute to my vice-captains, because we wouldn’t have won the Ryder Cup without them.”

Aguilera attacked Hough at pre-Golden Globes

Denz — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 13:26:26 +0000

Julianne Hough a professional dancer and country singer is not on Christina Aguilera’s favorites list, it would seem. At a pre-Golden Globes 2011 party, the two got into a very heated confrontation, it has emerged. Though it’s not known what may have started all this bad blood between the two blondes, it is believed it could have something to do with the time they worked together on the set of the critically panned “Burlesque.” Either way, it was Aguilera who launched at Hough, who just happened to be at the same party as she was, Contact Music informs, citing reports in the US media.

“Julianne Hough, the 22-year-old American singer and current girlfriend of the television personality Ryan Seacrest, found herself in a confrontation with Christina Aguilera at a pre-Golden Globes party on Friday (14th January 2011),” the e-zine reports.

Out of the blue, when Aguilera saw Hough come in at the party at the SoHo House in West Hollywood, she went at her, verbally abusing and even threatening her much in the manner of “you’ll never work in this town again.”

“An eyewitness said that Aguilera was not pleased to see Hough at the party, adding, ‘Christina really got in her face’ and that she ‘unleashed a verbal barrage at Hough”. Aguilera didn’t stop here either, the report says: she also made a move for Julianne and, had not people interfered, she would have probably caused her some physical damage. Aguilera even grabbed the 22-year-old and that before the two could be separated she ‘threatened to torpedo Hough’s burgeoning country singing career’,” the same e-zine notes.

Pacquiao can fight 3 more years Roach said

Denz — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 12:34:01 +0000

Even if coach Freddie Roach earlier said he wanted his respected ward Manny Pacquiao to retire at the top of his game, he believes the Filipino champ can still fight for 3 years. He thinks Pacquiao really loves the game, and that the boxing superstar is unlikely to hang his boxing gloves soon. Roach said his ward would very much like to face Floyd Mayweather Jr. if the former pound-for-pound champ makes himself available.

Mayweather is facing “Sugar” Shane Mosley for the World Boxing Association (WBA) welterweight belt. Pacquiao is the reigning World Boxing Organization (WBO) welterweight champ. “He wants a big fight against Mayweather if Mayweather beats Mosley, so he’s not going anywhere yet. I like to see Manny retire after Mayweather but even that won’t happen,” Roach said of his prized fighter.

Pacquiao’s adviser Wakee Salud earlier said it’s not yet time for the Pinoy champ to leave the sport, not without the Mayweather fight. As long as Mayweather is there, and they haven’t fought, it will be very tough for Manny to retire. There’s just too much money to be made in a fight against Mayweather, and with so much hype and attention the projected bout has generated, it just makes it more attractive. The purse will be huge. How can he retire? And aside from the money, the Mayweather fight is the fight that the people will ask for. Manny is a boxer, he’s a fighter. If he is called to a fight, he will fight Mayweather,” Salud told The Philippine Star.