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more about #wnba more comments → Artie Fufkin: That's pretty sad that the owner of a basketball team was murdered....Ohhh, women's basketball. nevermind. #mikhailprokhorov more » Pedro Cuatrocinco: Kalmanovich is also a former KGB spy who spent time in an Israeli prison for espionage. Run it by Francesa. I'm sure he's all over it like Francesa o... more » Hit Bull Win Steak: and a light bulb appears above the collective heads of Redskins Nation. #mikhailprokhorov more » Phintastic: Possible assassinations of NBA owners could give the regular season the jolt of excitement it's been lacking. I'm on board with this. #mikhailprokhorov more » ArkansasFred: This is what happens when you name Robert Ludlum commissioner of FIBA’s EuroLeague Women. #mikhailprokhorov more » MattinglysSideburns: To make matters worse, at the time of his murder, Kalmanovich was dressed as Costas Christofi for Halloween. #mikhailprokhorov more » AzureTexan: You know, it's the whole "shoot first, pass second" mentality that will destroy Russian basketball. #mikhailprokhorov more » Steve U: I'll tell you one thing - those drive-by assassins sure had solid fundamentals. #mikhailprokhorov more » ArkansasFred: I think it's safe to assume that Kalmanovich was hiding a secret physics formula that would turn all of the world's borscht into something exponential... more » dont-forget-where-you-came-from-cheese mac: Bill Laimbeer better have an airtight alibi. #mikhailprokhorov more » MarkKelsosMigraine: Personally, I enjoy the Spartak Moscow women's basketball team's zany mascot, "Toothless Woman in Babushka Waiting in Line 7 Hours for Big Mac!" more » Hustler of Culture: Russia sounds exciting #mikhailprokhorov more » Hit Bull Win Steak: I was wondering what that new 'We Be Stealin' Yer Team" slogan was on the new Oklahoma licesnse plates. #sad more » Civil Negligence: It's so cold in the D. How da' fuck we sposed to keep peace? You mean your hair doesn't emanate heat? more » UpstateUnderdog: "the WNBA's Shock are leaving for Tulsa.' Finally, some good news for Detroit. #sad more » -
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Owning A Russian Basketball Team Can Be Hazardous To Your Health
If future Nets owner Mikhail Prokhorov ever invites you to watch a game in the owner's box, don't accept. Not only will you be stuck watching the Nets, there's a decent chance you'll be caught up in an assassination attempt. More » -
#thed
It's Still Cold
First, three runners die during yesterday's marathon. Now, the WNBA's Shock are leaving for Tulsa. How da' fuck we sposed to keep peace? [DetroitNews] -
#watercoolerfodder
George Lopez Is This Year's Frank Caliendo
Because no one reads the newspaper, and SportsCenter's anchors are too perky for this early in the morning, Deadspin combs the best of the broadsheets and the blogosphere to bring you everything you need to know to start your day. More » -
#wnba
Seats For Steve Kerr and 7,000 Of His Closest Friends
Yes, I know we're getting a little women's basketball-y tonight. But it's the first game of the WNBA Finals! See that packed house in Phoenix? Here's a tip: a lot of those people aren't exactly paying customers. More » -
#sadwhimsy
Muppets Win Again
Life is all about priorities, compromises and compromising priorities, which is why the WNBA's Atlanta Dream — ever heard of 'em? — may not be able to play at home if they make the playoffs. They're being bumped by puppets. More » -
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They Know Where Their Bread Is Buttered: Her Ovaries
The WNBA actually backloaded L.A.'s schedule to accommodate Candace Parker's maternity leave; the Sparks have played 5 fewer games than any other team. I only noticed this while playing Streak For The Cash, I swear. -
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The White House Welcomes Shock And Aww, Not That Again
In welcoming your WNBA world champions to his home, the First Bulls Fan lamented congratulating former-and-forever Piston Bill Laimbeer — controversy! scandal! developing! — so Laimbeer will probably be back next week to resolve the conflict over beers. [CBS] -
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I Saw Mommy Kissing Mommy
It's a busy time in our nation's capital these days, and there are some burning questions that need answering. Like, "Why don't they have a KissCam at Mystics games?" More » -
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If At First You Don't Succeed
Clear out, everyone, because it's time for Sylvia Fowles to dunk in the WNBA All-Star Game! OK, so she missed the first time. Here, try again. And... yippee! To think, they say All-Star Game defense is a lost art. [ESPN] -
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WNBA: Expect Pundit
Cokie Roberts, yayo-monikered political commentator and witless conventional-wisdom dispenser, is getting the WNBA Inspiration Award, which speaks volumes about the towering lameness of the WNBA. She is, as Cokie herself might say, an interesting choice. [MediaBistro] -
#wnba
Diana Taurasi Was Really, Really Drunk
So says the Phoenix PD. The Mercury guard blew a .17 and was going 55 in a 35 on the night she was pinched. She's pleading not guilty to any and all "extreme" DUI charges. [SI/AP] -
#thesuperstars
Lisa Leslie: Expect Bricks
The Superstars was only an hour this week! (Stupid Michael Jackson tributes.) But could they pack 90 minutes of excitement into just one tiny action-packed primetime block? Who likes missed lay-ups? More » -
#wnba
In Season Debut, Candace Parker Produces Six Points, Several Fluid Ounces Of Breast Milk
Parker returned yesterday against the Mercury, and once again sportswriters found themselves talking about her boobs: "Just before the game, Parker had to pump breastmilk in the locker room for her daughter's post-game feeding." [LA Daily News] -
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WNBA Star Busted Driving Under The Influence
The Mercury's Diana Taurasi was cited Thursday night in Phoenix, a few hours after her team's win over the Seattle Lone Professional Basketball Franchises. More » -
#wnba
Detroit Just Can't Catch A Break
A Game 7 loss, a series dropped to the Pirates, now Bill Laimbeer—the greatest coach in WNBA history!—is stepping down. He will be replaced by Rick Mahorn, who will eventually be replaced by Chuck Nevitt. [Free Press] -
#wnba
Yeah, Lisa Leslie Should Probably Rethink That Quote
On meeting Barack Obama: " [I] was truly feeling like a kid at a concert who got touched by Michael Jackson back in the day." James Parr agrees. [Sports Pros (e)] -
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Did Candace Parker Swallow A Basketball?
I don't want to tell the WNBA how to run their offseason training programs, but Canadce Parker might want to think about cutting back on the carbs. [BlackSportsOnline] -
#candaceparker
According To Snooping Europeans, Candace Parker Might Be Pregnant (UPDATE: She's Offcially Bumped Up)
They claim she won't be playing this season while she awaits her new baby.In caseThis is true.Please send your condolences to this heartbroken commenter. [FIBA]
