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more about #rickyrubio more comments → AzureTexan: Last time I saw twin blades this newsworthy, Taleon and Keyontili Goffney were getting arrested on a South Philly roof. more » Chris Hanson's Axe: Let's keep things in perspective, Tiger is still doing better than the last Pitchman. more » Chris Hanson's Axe: Gillette was obviously a huge mistake for Tiger; that's why I go with Remington. Not the electric shaver, the gun, in case the bitch ever even thinks... more » Karlifornia: What about the curse of "Birth Of A Nation"? Everyone who appeared in that film is now dead. more » Bobby Big Wheel: Wow. Who would have thought that players endorsing products at their athletic peaks would see their production tail off? more » Who Wants to Sex Pittsnogle?: Sorry to be serious about this but I have to ask: At what point does the the whole "I've gotta play at the highest level" thing just not hold water. ... more » Silent Q: There was something sort of exciting about a player entering the NBA as a total mystery You can find this gem and more in How to Choose Your Lottery ... more » Chris Hanson's Axe: WWtSGD? more » twoeightnine: and Kahn will continue to look like a man operating from whatever manual Kevin McHale used to drive the franchise into a ditch. I'm hoping it's not t... more » CaptainHomeless: Look, as long as he continues making delicious fish tacos, I don't really care where he plays. more » Pornstars-for-Wilbon: When it comes to sports, I'd believe The Weekly World News over the Spanish press. more » Juancho: I see this turning out, oh maybe something like this. And that goes double for you, Brandon Jennings- asshole. more » Dave J.: So they basically traded Foye and Miller to Washington for two years worth of postcards from Ricky Rubio? Great trade, Kahn!11!!!!! more » Karlifornia: I like the BASKETBALL JONAS tag. I can't wait for Mike Miller to do something stupid so we can get a BASKETBALL MILEY tag. more » Jefferson Tardship: You'd think he'd jump at the chance to move to Minnesota for the weather, women and cuisine. more » -
#whimsy
Fame And Fortune On The Razor's Edge
Was it fate that brought down the dullest man in sports? Or was it something...sharper? We take a look at the history of Gillette pitchmen, and the woes that befell them soon after. Presenting, the Gillette Curse. More » -
#nba
The Math Of Kahn: Ricky Rubio's Deal In Spain Could Work Out For Timberwolves
As expected, the Basketball Jonas has signed with FC Barcelona, meaning he'll join the NBA in 2011, at the earliest. This is bad news for basketball fans and Gillette's marketing department but maybe — maybe — not David Kahn's Timberwolves. More » -
#nba
Everyone Still Baffled By This Ricky Rubio Business
So Rubio's contract was either bought out by Regal Barcelona or it wasn't, depending on whether you believe Spanish media or the guy in Minnesota who took, like, 18 point guards in the last draft. [USAT, Marca via Babelfish] -
#nba
Ricky Rubio To Remain In Spain
Rubio, Spain's Pistola Pedro, "will remain in Spain to play for his DKV Joventut basketball team for the remaining two years of his contract rather than try to move to the NBA this season, El Periodico reported today." [Pioneer Press] -
#nba
At Least Ricky Rubio Will Appear Somewhere In America
The footage for a catchy Gillette commercial: Tiger Woods fist-pumping, Derek Jeter fist-pumping, Roger Federer fist-pumping. Oh, and Ricky Rubio shooting free throws. Minnesota fans, have confidence in yourboyman! [The Hoop Doctors via Balls Don't Lie] -
#fin
June: Fin.
We produce a lot of posts every month. Most of them disappear quickly. Some of them don't. Here are the 10 most popular posts from June, starting with No. 10.
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#nbadraft2009
Ricky Rubio Makes Jay Mariotti Cringe
For shame, "anyone who projects Rubio as a superstar based on wishful thinking, stereotyping and nostalgia." Also in this column: a Spanish quote left untranslated and a play on "rube" and "boob." Yes he did! [FanHouse] -
#nbadraft2009
Where Awkward Happens: Reading The Body Language Of NBA Draft Picks
The David Stern handshake is a newly drafted player's baptism into the NBA. It is also, often as not, hilariously awkward. We asked body language maven Patti Wood to analyze some of these moments from yesterday's Draft.
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#2009nbadraft
Not Feeling Minnesota: Rubio May Stay In Europe, Says Father
My Spanish is a little rusty, but I do believe this translates to, "Get us the fuck out of Minneapolis, Donnie Walsh."
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#2009nbadraft
Rubio Is A Wolf
5. Minnesota Timberwolves: Ricky Rubio, SpainPeople are going to love Ricky Rubio, even if he is stuck in Minnesota. Rubio may be small, and he'll probably be invisible defensively, but he's going to be a lot of fun to watch. More » -
#nba
Ricky Rubio Materializes, Underwhelms
Ricky Rubio, knight-errant of YouTube, finally worked out for the Kings yesterday, and no one seemed terribly thrilled, least of all Ricky Rubio. More » -
#nbadraft
Brandon Jennings Is Just Being Real About Ricky Rubio (Updated)
Who does Ricky Rubio think he is? The best point guard in the NBA Draft? A Spaniard? Spare me, says Brandon Jennings, who can't even front when it comes to hating on his European brethren. More » -
#nbadraft
Ricky Rubio Is Already Getting The Hang Of The American Game
The ping-pong balls have barely settled, and already Ricky Rubio, the mopheaded Spaniard who reminds everyone of Pistol Pete if Pistol Pete had discovered the defensive crouch, is strongarming teams in the NBA draft. More »
