We'll go with some random thoughts this morning, while attempting to debunk a few of the media's favorite storylines right now. I looked for it, but didn't see the nationwide outrage last night as the New York Giants led the Green Bay Packers by 28 points and Eli Manning was in the game, throwing for … Continue reading Cold Water For A Few Media Storylines
Patriots Post Another Meaningless Win Against Imploding Jets
The opening segment of CSNNE's postgame is always entertaining as I await how Felger and the Lettermen are going to spin the latest Patriots win. They did not disappoint last night, leading off with how the Patriots 49-19 was not a product of anything they did, but simply the Jets handing it to them, and … Continue reading Patriots Post Another Meaningless Win Against Imploding Jets
Pats Luck-y In Win, Unlucky With Gronk
I really need to know. Just what is an "acceptable" win for the New England Patriots? When they win a nail-biter, the cry is that they cannot "close out" teams, they lack "killer instinct" and they don't "step on the throat" of opposing teams when they have them down. On the other hand, in games … Continue reading Pats Luck-y In Win, Unlucky With Gronk
Rondo-less Celtics Go Down In Brooklyn, Pats/Colts on Sunday
Despite a 102-97 loss to the Brooklyn Nets last night, there were a number of positives to come out of the game last night for the Celtics. They played without Rajon Rondo, and nearly won anyway. Courtney Lee played his best game of the season, and Boston played tough against a motivated Nets squad, erasing … Continue reading Rondo-less Celtics Go Down In Brooklyn, Pats/Colts on Sunday
Panic In the Streets as Patriots Stumble Through Another Lost Season
Note - The BSMW Messageboard is offline at the moment for repairs. It may take a day or two to work out some issues there. Feel free to try out the BSMW Facebook page in the meantime, or weigh in down below in the comments. I'll get this out of the way quickly. It's impossible … Continue reading Panic In the Streets as Patriots Stumble Through Another Lost Season
‘A win is a win’ as the Patriots sneak past Buffalo
Despite a terrible display of tackling, execution, and pass coverage the Patriots were able to barely get past the Bills 37-31 following a Devin McCourty interception in the end zone with less than a minute to play and Buffalo threatening to score. The Patriots defense seemingly took a giant step back following the blowout win over the … Continue reading ‘A win is a win’ as the Patriots sneak past Buffalo
Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 13 vs. the 76ers
Celtics vs. 76ers November 10, 1979 The Spectrum It's fair to say Larry Bird never saw anyone quite like Julius Erving during his time at Indiana State. Undaunted by the one of the most premiere players in the league, Bird and the Celtics entered Philadelphia intending to make a statement that they were the best … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 13 vs. the 76ers
Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 12 vs. the Kings
Celtics vs. Kings November 9, 1979 Boston Garden The Celtics and Kansas City Kings were two franchises --at the time -- moving in opposite directions. With the Celtics riding a five game winning streak, chasing Julius Erving and his first place 76ers, the Kings were languishing in the Midwest division. Losers of four consecutive games, Kansas … Continue reading Bird’s Rookie Year — Game 12 vs. the Kings
Patriots/Bills, BC/Notre Dame Headline Weekend
Boston College vs Notre Dame seems to be one of those rare college football matchups that actually gets the attention of Boston sports fans. With the Fighting Irish coming in undefeated, tomorrow night's matchup at the Heights (8:00pm, ABC) gives BC a chance to play spoiler before a national audience. After years of struggles, and … Continue reading Patriots/Bills, BC/Notre Dame Headline Weekend
Celtics sneak past Wizards, Sox to make noise at winter meetings?
The Celtics snuck past the Wizards 100-94 in overtime Wednesday night at the TD Garden. It was their second win over Washington in five days. Kevin Garnett led the team with 20 points and 13 rebounds, while Rajon Rondo was right behind with 18 points and 14 assists. The team returns to action Friday night when they … Continue reading Celtics sneak past Wizards, Sox to make noise at winter meetings?
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