The once in a year spectacle. This time I'm now legal.

On April 30, 1994, a dude from Quezon City was born. 18 years later, he's now a legal gentleman. Today, I celebrate my 18th birthday. At this age, I can now vote for the elections in 2013 and I am entitled to a lot of other privileges as a proud Filipino citizen.

To celebrate the occasion, I decided to throw a simple house party in my humble home. Together with my family and friends. My friends in my neighborhood came as well as some of my classmates in college. Unfortunately some of them were unable to join the party for personal commitments. I don't blame them for being unable to come, because these are commitments they need to fulfill.

We had lasagna, fried chicken, a birthday cake and ice cream for the occasion while enjoying the beats from some of my favorite tunes from artists/bands like Parokya ni Edgar, Westlife, Rivermaya and many of my favorite songs. My home turned into a computer shop as they were playing computer games along the way.

Well to cap the afternoon, I went out to buy my favorite Starbucks Frappucino® Coffee Jelly in Venti size and saved 50% from the original price as it was the first day of the Happy Frappucino Hour, and for the first time, I used the name "K-Smoove" on my cup. 


Another year has come and pass. It was also a time for me to look back at what has happened for the past 18 years of my existence. Even though I grow another year older, I will continue to be the dude who lives a fun, fulfilling, friendly and simple life. A dude who has no vices. The guy who is addicted to basketball, travel, anime and many other things. I will continue to be a steward to my family and PEEPS. I'll always be "The Walking GPS".

Okay then, I am happy to say to each and everyone.

THANK YOU!

MARAMING SALAMAT PO!

DANKE SCHÖN!

MERCI BEAUCOUP!

ありがとう!

 

I like to thank my family for putting up the feast today, as well as to my 2nd street PEEPS for coming over today and enjoy another birthday with me. To two of my TROPA-Guise PEEPS Deece and Ryan (who came all the way from the south of the metro) for coming over to my place. Though we were not complete, we had a lot of fun today.

I like to thank the PEEPS who greeted me via text on my cellphone, greeted me on my Facebook by wall post or PM, tweets on my Twitter. I hope to meet you guys in person very soon (especially my batchmates around UST) and to see the PEEPS who I haven't seen in a very long time.

To my birthday-mates Albie, Peter, Camille, Mapps and CJ. I'm sure we had a good one on our birthday celebrations.

And most importantly, I would like to THANK GOD for the blessings I have received in the 18 years of my existence in this world. I wish for more HAPPY BIRTHDAYS to come in the future.

Photos ©Karl Carandang

I FEEL BLESSED AND THANKFUL!
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NBA Daily Blog Playoff Edition: Clippers come from 27 down to defeat the Grizzlies in Game 1 99-98. Hawks defeat the Celtics in Game 1 83-74.

The Clippers celebrate their victory over the Memphis Grizzlies

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Welcome to the NBA Daily Blog Playoff "Birthday" Edition 2012. Let's Go!

The Los Angeles Clippers come back from 27 points down in the third quarter to pull off a stunner over the Memphis Grizzlies in Game 1 of their first round series vs the Memphis Grizzlies at the FedEx Forum 99-98. The Grizzlies were up 84-57 with 2:12 remaining in the 3rd quarter, the Clippers then went on to outscore the Grizzlies 42-14 which was capped off by two clutch free throws by Chris Paul.

Paul finished with a double-double 14 points and 11 assists. Nick Young off the bench led the Clippers in scoring with 19 points. Blake Griffin added 17 points, 7 rebounds and 3 steals. Caron Butler scored 12 before leaving the game with a broken hand. Mo Williams and Eric Bledsoe each scored 9. Reggie Evans pulled down 13 rebounds with 7 points. Kenyon Martin blocked 3 shots.

Rudy Gay led the Grizzlies with 19 points and 7 rebounds. Mike Conley and O.J. Mayo off the bench each scored 17. Conley also added 8 assists. Marc Gasol added 14 points and 6 assists. Marreese Speights added 8 points and 9 rebounds.

In Atlanta, the Atlanta Hawks take the opener in their first round series against the Boston Celtics at Philips Arena 83-74. Josh Smith led the Hawks with a double-double 22 points and 18 rebounds. Jeff Teague added 15 points and 6 assists. Kirk Hinrich added 12 points and 4 rebounds. Joe Johnson added 11 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists. Rajon Rondo led the Celtics with a double-double 20 points and 11 assists with 4 steals. Kevin Garnett also finished with a double-double 20 points and 12 rebounds with 2 steals. Paul Pierce added 12 points and 6 assists. Avery Bradley scored 10.

In San Antonio, the top-seeded team in the West, the San Antonio Spurs take Game 1 of their first round match-up against the Utah Jazz at the AT&T Center 106-91. Tony Parker led the Spurs with 28 points and 8 assists. Tim Duncan finished with a double-double 17 points and 11 rebounds with 5 assists and 2 steals. Stephen Jackson scored 14 off the bench. Boris Diaw and Matt Bonner each scored 9. Paul Millsap led the Jazz with a near double-double 20 points and 9 rebounds with 3 blocks. Gordon Hayward added 17 points and 2 steals. Al Jefferson added 16 points and 9 rebounds. Jamaal Tinsley added 9 points and 5 assists.

In Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Lakers open their playoff campaign with a win over the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center 103-88. Kobe Bryant led the Lakers with 31 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Ramon Sessions added 14 points and 5 assists. Pau Gasol finished with a near triple-double 13 points, 8 rebounds and 8 assists with 2 blocks. Devin Ebanks added 12 points and 5 rebounds. Andrew Bynum came up with a triple-double 10 points, 13 rebounds and 10 blocks. Jordan Hill off the bench finished with a double-double 10 points and 10 rebounds with 2 blocks. Danilo Gallinari led the Nuggets with 19 points. Andre Miller off the bench added 14 points added 12 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists. Corey Brewer scored 11. Rookie Kenneth Faried and Al Harrington each scored 10.

2012 NBA Playoffs Bracket (as of 17:55 PHT)

WESTERN CONFERENCE

#1 Spurs vs #8 Jazz (Spurs lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 3, 7:00 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

#4 Grizzlies vs # 5 Clippers (Clippers lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 3, 9:30 am PHT on ESPN

#3 Lakers vs #6 Nuggets (Lakers lead series 1-0)

Game 2: May 2, 10:30 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

#2 Thunder vs #7 Mavericks (Thunder lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 1, 9:30 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

EASTERN CONFERENCE

#1 Bulls vs # 8 76ers (Bulls lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 2, 8:00 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

#4 Celtics vs #5 Hawks (Hawks lead series 1-0) 
Game 2: May 2, 7:30 am PHT on Basketball TV and NBA Premium TV

#3 Pacers vs #6 Magic (Magic lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 1, 7:30 am PHT on Basketball TV and NBA Premium TV

#2 Heat vs #7 Knicks (Heat lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 1, 7:00 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

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WWE Extreme Rules 2012: John Cena vs Brock Lesnar in a Extreme Rules match, CM Punk vs Chris Jericho for the WWE Championship in a Chicago Street Fight, and many more.

Poster for WWE Extreme Rules 2012

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Tomorrow, on April 29 (April 30 in the Philippines), the WWE's pay-per-view where the rules are off comes to the Allstate Arena in Chicago, Illinois. WWE Extreme Rules.

In the main event, Brock Lesnar returns to action in the WWE year after 8 years, fresh from his MMA stint with the UFC will face off against the WWE's top man today in John Cena in a Extreme Rules match. Lesnar a former NCAA Champion, a three time WWE Champion, a former UFC Heavyweight champion returned to the WWE the night after WrestleMania XXVIII in Miami and nailed John Cena who was coming off a tough loss against The Rock at WrestleMania with his signature F-5. Lesnar who claims to be the "new face of the WWE" with Raw and SmackDown GM John Laurinaitis on his side. These two men however, are no strangers facing each other. Where in 2003, when Cena was just starting to make his name, he feuded with Lesnar for the WWE title and it was in this feud that Cena's Attitude Adjustment (then called F-U) was born to match Lesnar's F-5. Can Lesnar back his words? or can Cena prove his doubters wrong and defeat Lesnar?

WWE Champion CM Punk once again returns to his hometown of Chicago and will face Chris Jericho for the WWE Championship in a Chicago Street Fight. Punk defeated Jericho at WrestleMania and sealed his name as the "best in the world". However, Jericho has been targeting Punk's straight-edge personality for the past couple of months throwing a bottle of whisky on Punk's head and telling stories on Punk's personal life. Can Jericho beat Punk in his hometown to win the title? or will Punk do some home cookin' and once again retain his championship gold against Jericho?

World Heavyweight Champion Sheamus will defend his title against Daniel Bryan in a 2 out of 3 falls match. Sheamus who won the World Heavyweight title aginst Bryan at WrestleMania in a record time of 18 seconds. Bryan got rid of his girlfriend A.J. whom he kissed during the match before getting nailed by the Brogue Kick to lose his title will look to bounce back and knock off the Great White. Can the Great White retain his title? or will the man who says "Yes! Yes! Yes!" take back the gold that he lost?

The feud between "The Viper" Randy Orton and "The Big Red Monster" Kane continues as they face off once again, this time in a Falls Count Anywhere Match. Kane defeated Orton at WrestleMania. Orton won in a No Disqualification Match on SmackDown. Then aftewards, Kane attacked Orton's father "Cowboy" Bob Orton. Who will win in this match between two of the WWE's most feared superstars? Will it be the Viper? or the Big Red Monster?

Intercontinental Champion Big Show will defend his Intercontintental Title against Cody Rhodes where the type of match will be determined by the spin of the wheel. Big Show who ended Rhodes' long title reign at WrestleMania after all the trash-talk that Cody gave to Show. Can The World's Largest Intercontinental Champion retain his title? or can Rhodes get retribution and reclaim the gold he lost?

Santino Marella will defend his United States Championship against The Miz in a pre-show match. While Nikki Bella will defend her Divas Championship against a injured "Glamazon" Beth Phoenix.

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NBA Daily Blog Playoff Edition: Bulls win Game 1 vs the 76ers but lose Rose for the rest of the playoffs 103-91. Durant gives Thunder first blood vs the Mavericks 99-98.

Derrick Rose helped down the court. Rose suffered from a torn ACL on his left knee and will be gone for the remainder of the playoffs.

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The 2012 NBA Playoffs have begun. Let's get it on. 

The best team in the NBA for the 2nd consecutive season, the Chicago Bulls made their opening statement with a win over the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of their best of 7 first round match-up at the United Center 103-91. However, the Bulls suffer a devastating blow to their playoff run as their hometown star Derrick Rose suffered a torn ACL on his left knee with 1:15 remaining in the 4th quarter and will be out for the remainder of the playoffs. The Bulls will miss his services, however the Bulls have proven this season they can win without Rose as they went 18-9 in the 27 games he missed in the regular season, and will this development help the 76ers in their first round matchup? That we will find out as the series progresses. 

Rose led the Bulls in Game 1 with a near triple-double 23 points, 9 rebounds and 9 assists. Rip Hamilton scored 19 points on 6-7 from the field. Luol Deng added 17 points and 6 rebounds. Joakim Noah finished with a double-double 12 points and 13 rebounds with 2 blocks. Kyle Korver scored 11 off the bench. Carlos Boozer added 9 points and 7 rebounds. 

Elton Brand led the 76ers with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks. Jrue Holiday added 16 points and 7 rebounds. Thaddeus Young added 13 points, 4 rebounds and 2 steals off the bench. Chicago-native Evan Turner who was jeered every time he touched the ball added 12 points, 5 assists and 3 steals. Andre Iguodala added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists.

In Miami, the Miami Heat take Game 1 of their best of 7 first round match-up over the New York Knicks in a 33 point blowout at the American Airlines Arena 100-67. LeBron James led the Heat in Game 1 with 32 points, 4 rebounds and 4 steals. Dwayne Wade scored 19. Mario Chalmers added 11 points, 9 assists and 3 steals. Chris Bosh and Mike Miller each scored 9 points. J.R. Smith off the bench led the Knicks with 17 points, 4 rebounds and 2 steals. Carmelo Anthony finished with a double-double 11 points and 10 rebounds. Tyson Chandler scored 10. The Knicks lose rookie guard Iman Shumpert.

In Indianapolis, the Orlando Magic pull off a stunner over the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of their best of 7 first round match-up at Bankers Life Fieldhouse 81-77. Jameer Nelson and Jason Richardson led the Magic in Game 1 with both scoring 17 points. Nelson also added 9 assists. Richardson added 5 rebounds and 2 steals. Glen Davis finished with a double-double 16 points  and 13 rebounds with 3 blocks. Hedo Turkoglu scored 9. David West led the Pacers with 19 points and 9 rebounds. Danny Granger added 17 points and 8 rebounds. George Hill scored 11. Roy Hibbert pulled down 13 rebounds with 8 points and 9 blocks. Paul George also scored 8.

In Oklahoma City, in a early rematch of last year's Western Conference Finals, a case of déjà vu happened as Kevin Durant nails the game winner with 1.5 seconds left in the game as the Oklahoma City Thunder take Game 1 of their best of 7 series against the defending champion Dallas Mavericks at the Chesapeake Energy Arena 99-98. Durant finished with 25 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 4 blocks. Russell Westbrook led the Thunder in Game 1 with 28 points, 5 assists and 3 steals. Serge Ibaka added 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 blocks. James Harden coming off the concussion he suffered from Metta World Peace scored 19 off the bench. Dirk Nowiztki led the Mavericks 25 points and 5 rebounds. Jason Terry off the bench added 20 points and 5 assists. Shawn Marion added 17 points and 8 rebounds. Vince Carter added 13 points and 7 rebounds.

2012 NBA Playoffs Bracket (as of 12:36 PHT)
WESTERN CONFERENCE
#1 Spurs vs #8 Jazz (Series tied 0-0)
Game 1: April 30, 1:00 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

#4 Grizzlies vs # 5 Clippers (Series tied 0-0) 
Game 1: April 30, 9:30 am PHT on Basketball TV

#3 Lakers vs #6 Nuggets (Series tied 0-0)
Game 1: April 30, 3:30 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

#2 Thunder vs #7 Mavericks (Thunder lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 1, 9:30 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

EASTERN CONFERENCE
#1 Bulls vs # 8 76ers (Bulls lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 2, 8:00 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

#4 Celtics vs #5 Hawks (Series tied 0-0)
Game 1: April 30, 7:00 am PHT on Studio 23

#3 Pacers vs #6 Magic (Magic lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 1, 7:30 am PHT on Basketball TV and NBA Premium TV

#2 Heat vs #7 Knicks (Heat lead series 1-0)
Game 2: May 1, 7:00 am PHT on NBA Premium TV

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Eddie Guerrero: Lie, Cheat and Steal

Eddie Guerrero wins WWE Championship at No Way Out 2004

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As I was browsing videos on YouTube in one afternoon. I stumbled upon videos of the legendary wrestler Eddie Guerrero. Eddie who is a part of the famed Guerrero wrestling family of Latino heritage which composed of his father Gory, his brothers Chavo Sr., Mando, and Hector, and his nephew and once tag team partner Chavo Jr. was a former WWE Champion, a former United States Champion, a former Intercontinental Champion, a former European Champion, a multiple Tag Team Champion. He has done it all in his career.

Eddie Guerrero in a segment with Kurt Angle

 Video ©WWE/YouTube

Despite the accomplishments that he had in his career, he is well known for his trait of "lie, cheat and steal". as Eddie uses these tactics to his advantage in matches known as "The Smokin' Gun" where he uses a foreign object to his advantage. One of the times he used it which was hitting the steel chair to the mat and tossing it to his opponent and then Eddie lies down to the floor and pretend that he got hit by his opponent with the steel chair, and the time he pretended to be hurt and use it against his opponent. His Latino Heat desire has captivated fans during his entire career. His promos of lying, cheating and stealing things from other wrestlers were timeless and funny to watch. As well of course, he drives to the ring with his trademark low rider with all the hydraulics installed on to the car to the comfortable seats. Whether he was the good guy or not, he is one of the most charismatic wrestlers that ever lived. He will always be ready to nail his opponents with his trademark "Three Amigos" (three vertical suplexes) to the Frog Splash and to the Lasso from El Paso.

Unfortunately, his life was cut short. On November 13, 2005, Guerrero died in his hotel room in Minneapolis, Minnesota at the age of 38. In the following days, the episodes of WWE Raw and WWE SmackDown were dedicated to the life of Eddie Guerrero from his humble beginnings in El Paso, Texas to his family life and most importantly his illustrious and decorated wrestling career. The following year, he was posthumously inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame by his nephew Chavo Guerrero Jr. and his friends Rey Mysterio and Chris Benoit.

It has been almost 7 years since Eddie passed away, but his memory will live on to his many fans all over the world. He will always be remembered as the man who lies, cheats and steals and is honest about it. You can never tell if he's still alive right now when he fights the new guys like CM Punk, Daniel Bryan, Alberto del Rio, The Miz and other wrestlers out there or maybe get involved in a Rock-Cena like once in a lifetime matchup. I'm sure up in the heaven's, he has a great grin on his face.

Los Guerreros (Eddie and Chavo) Lie, Cheat and Steal Promos

Video ©WWE/YouTube

“Life turns on a dime. have no idea what tomorrow will bring... sure life would be a lot easier if we knew what was going to happen. You've got to live by faith one day at a time.”  - Eddie Guerrero

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NBA Daily Blog: Rockets win in season finale over the Hornets at home 84-77. 2012 NBA Playoff Matchups

Chase Budinger takes the shot vs the Hornets

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The Houston Rockets wrap up their up and down season with a victory over the New Orleans Hornets at the Toyota Center 84-77. The Rockets for the 3rd straight year finish above .500 but misses the playoffs at 34-32 in 9th place in the West. While the Hornets wrap their season at 21-45 in last place in the Western Conference.

The Rockets who rested Kyle Lowry and rookie Chandler Parsons were led by Chase Budinger with 27 points and 4 rebounds. Samuel Dalembert finished with a double-double 11 points and 11 rebounds. Courtney Lee added 10 points and 6 rebounds. Goran Dragic dished out 13 assists with 8 points and 2 steals. Patrick Patterson pulled down 11 rebounds with 9 points.

The Hornets were led by rookie Damien Watkins off the bench with a near triple-double 13 points, 10 assists and 9 rebounds with 3 steals. Jerome Dyson and Lance Thomas also scored 13. Al-Farouq Aminu finished with a double-double 11 points and 10 rebounds.

In Toronto, the Toronto Raptors wrap up their season with a blowout victory over the New Jersey Nets who played their final game as the New Jersey Nets at the Air Canada Centre 97-68. Ed Davis led the Raptors with a double-double 24 points and 12 rebounds. Gary Forbes off the bench added 23 points, 6 rebounds and 2 steals. Rookie Alan Anderson scored 20. Ben Uzoh also finished with a double-double 12 points and 12 rebounds with 4 steals. Solomon Alabi cap the night with a double-double 11 points and 19 rebounds with 3 blocks. Anthony Morrow and rookie Armon Johnson led the Nets with each scoring 11. Jordan Williams finished with a double-double 10 points and 10 rebounds. Gerald Green added 10 points and 5 rebounds. Johan Petro pulled down 12 rebounds with 9 points.

In Auburn Hills, the Detroit Pistons wrap up their season with a 22 point win over the playoff-bound Philadelphia 76ers at The Palace of Auburn Hills 108-86. Ben Gordon off the bench led the Pistons with 26 points and 5 assists. Rodney Stuckey added 13 points and 4 assists. Charlie Villanueva added 11 points and 7 rebounds. Ben Wallace pulled down 12 rebounds with 7 points. The 76ers who rested their key players including Andre Iguodala, Lou Williams, Jrue Holiday, Elton Brand and Thaddeus Young were led by Spencer Hawes with 16 points and 7 rebounds. Jodie Meeks scored 15. Sam Young scored 12 off the bench. Evan Turner and Craig Brackins each scored 10.

In Boston, the playoff-bound Boston Celtics wrap up their regular season with a victory over the Milwaukee Bucks at the TD Garden 87-74. Avery Bradley led the Celtics with 14 points. Paul Pierce scored 12. Rajon Rondo dished out 15 assists with 4 steals. Mickael Pietrus and Ryan Hollins each scored 9. Rookie Tobias Harris led the Bucks with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Another rookie Jon Leuer added 15 points and 8 rebounds. Brandon Jennings scored 12. Mike Dunleavy Jr. scored 10 off the bench.

In Washington, DC, the Washington Wizards cap their season with a 34 point victory over the playoff-bound Miami Heat at the Verizon Center 104-70. Maurice Evans off the bench led the Wizards with 18 points. Nene and Kevin Seraphin each scored 15. Cartier Martin scored 12. Rookie Jan Vesely added 11 points, 8 rebounds and 3 steals. John Wall dished out 12 assists with 7 points and 2 steals. The Heat who rested their Big 3 of LeBron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh were led by rookie Norris Cole off the bench with 14 points. Eddy Curry scored 10. Mario Chalmers, Mike Miller and James Jones each scored 8.

In Charlotte, the playoff-bound New York Knicks cap their regular season with the win over the Charlotte Bobcats at the Time Warner Cable Arena 104-84. With the loss, the Charlotte Bobcats who lost their 23rd straight game to end the year now have the dubious distinction as the worst team in NBA history as they finish at 7-59 (0.106) breaking the 29 year record of the 1972-73 Philadelphia 76ers team who finished the year at 9-73 (0.110). The Knicks who rested Carmelo Anthony and Tyson Chandler were led by J.R. Smith off the bench with 22 points, 6 assists and 3 steals. Amar'e Stoudemire added 21 points and 3 blocks. Rookie Josh Harrellson added 18 points, 9 rebounds and 2 blocks. Anothe rookie Jerome Jordan scored 13. Iman Shumpert scored 12. Mike Bibby dished out 12 assists. Gerald Henderson led the Bobcats with 21 points and 7 rebounds. Rookie Kemba Walker added 13 points and 2 steals. D.J. Augustin added 12 points and 7 assists. D.J. White added 11 points and 7 rebounds.

In Atlanta, the playoff-bound Atlanta Hawks gain homecourt advantage in their first round match with a win over the defending champion Dallas Mavericks at Philips Arena 106-89. Josh Smith led the Hawks with 23 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. Jeff Teague added 17 points and 5 assists. Joe Johnson scored 15. Kirk Hinrich added 12 points, 5 rebounds and 2 steals. Willie Green scored 11 off the bench. Rookie Ivan Johnson added 10 points and 6 rebounds. Dirk Nowitzki led the Mavericks with 22 points. Rodrigue Beaubois added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Jason Terry added 11 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists.

In Chicago, the playoff-bound Chicago Bulls gain homecourt advantage throughout the playoffs with a victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers at the United Center 107-75. The Bulls who rested the reining MVP Derrick Rose, All-star Luol Deng and sharpshooter Kyle Korver were led by John Lucas III off the bench with 25 points. Joakim Noah finished with a double-double 13 points and 12 rebounds. Rookie Jimmy Butler scored 12. Taj Gibson also finished with a double-double 10 points and 12 rebounds. Rip Hamilton and Mike James each scored 10. Ronnie Brewer pulled down 10 rebounds with 8 points. Rookie Tristan Thompson led the Cavaliers with a double-double 13 points and 12 rebounds. Antawn Jamison, rookie Donald Sloan and Luke Harangody each scored 12. Alonzo Gee added 10 points and 5 rebounds.

In Memphis, the playoff-bound Memphis Grizzlies lock up the 4th seed in the West with the win over the playoff-bound Orlando Magic at the FedExForum 88-76. Marc Gasol led the Grizzlies with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 3 blocks. Rudy Gay added 20 points, 5 rebounds and 2 steals. O.J. Mayo off the bench added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Zach Randolph finished with a double-double 13 points and 12 rebounds. The Magic who rested their key players were led by Hedo Turkoglu with 18 points. Rookie Justin Harper off the bench added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks. Von Wafer scored 11.

In Minneapolis, the playoff-bound Denver Nuggets cap their season with a runaway victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center 131-102. JaVale McGee off the bench led the Nuggets with 19 points and 5 rebounds. Arron Afflalo scored 18. Danilo Gallinari scored 17. Ty Lawson, rookie Kenneth Faried and Timofey Mozgov each scored 15. Corey Brewer scored 12. Kosta Koufos pulled down 11 rebounds with 7 points. Andre Miller dished out 10 assists. J.J. Barea led the Timberwolves with 20 points and 5 assists. Nikola Pekovic finished with a double double 18 points and 10 rebounds. Michael Beasley scored 13 off the bench. Wayne Ellington scored 12. Martell Webster scored 11.

In Salt Lake City, the playoff-bound Utah Jazz win a thriller over the Portland Trail Blazers at the EnergySolutions Arena 96-94. Rookie Alec Burks off the bench led the Jazz with 18 points and 2 steals. Derrick Favors added 15 points and 5 rebounds. Jeremy Evans finished with a double-double 13 points and 10 rebounds with 3 blocks. Another rookie Enes Kanter finished with a double-double 12 points and 10 rebounds with 2 blocks. Josh Howard also scored 12 points with 6 rebounds. J.J. Hickson led the Trail Blazers with 20 points, 9 rebounds, 2 steals and 2 blocks. Jonny Flynn off the bench finished with a double-double 18 points and 11 assists. Rookie Nolan Smith added 16 points, 7 assists and 2 steals. Wesley Matthews scored 14. Kurt Thomas added 10 points, 6 rebounds and 3 steals.

In Sacramento, the Sacramento Kings wrap up their regular season with a win over the playoff-bound Los Angeles Lakers at the Power Balance Pavilion 113-86. DeMarcus Cousins led the Kings with a double-double 23 points and 19 rebounds. Tyreke Evans scored 21. Jason Thompson also finished with a double-double 17 points and 10 rebounds with 2 steals and 2 blocks. Rookie Isaiah Thomas added 11 points and 7 assists. Travis Outlaw also scored 11. Another rookie Jimmer Fredette scored 10. The Lakers who rested their stars in Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol and Andrew Bynum were led by Josh McRoberts with 16 points and 9 rebounds. Ramon Sessions and Devin Ebanks each scored 14. Troy Murphy added 12 points and 6 rebounds. Rookie Andrew Goudelock added 11 points and 5 reobunds.

In Oakland, the top seeded team in the West, the San Antonio Spurs wrap their regular season with a win over the Golden State Warriors at the Oracle Arena 107-101. The Spurs who rested their Big 3 of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili were led by Patrick Mills with a double-double 34 points and 12 assists. DeJuan Blair also finished with a double-double 22 points and 13 rebounds. James Anderson added 19 points and 7 rebounds. Rookies led the Warriors with Chris Wright leading the way with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 2 blocks. Klay Thompson added 17 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists. Jeremy Tyler added 16 points and 9 reobunds. Charles Jenkins also scored 16 points with 7 assists and 3 steals. Mickell Gladness added 14 points and 9 rebounds. Dominic McGuire added 11 points, 8 assists and 2 steals.

PLAYOFF MATCHUPS for the 2012 NBA Playoffs:
WEST:
#1 Spurs vs # 8 Jazz (Season series: Spurs won 3-1)
Key Players:
Spurs: Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobili, DeJuan Blair, Kawhi Leonard, Danny Green, Tiago Splitter, Stephen Jackson
Jazz: Al Jefferson, Paul Millsap, Devin Harris, Gordon Hayward, Derrick Favors, Alec Burks, Jamaal Tinsley, Josh Howard
Prediction: Spurs win 4-1

#4 Grizzlies vs #5 Clippers (Season series: Clippers won 2-1)
Key Players:
Grizzlies: Rudy Gay, Zach Randolph, Marc Gasol, O.J. Mayo, Mike Conley, Tony Allen, Marreese Speights, Dante Cunningham, Gilbert Arenas
Clippers: Chris Paul, Blake Griffin, Caron Butler, DeAndre Jordan, Randy Foye, Mo Williams, Kenyon Martin, Nick Young
Prediction: Grizzlies win 4-3

#3 Lakers vs #6 Nuggets (Season series: Lakers won 3-1)
Key Players:
Lakers: Kobe Bryant, Andrew Bynum, Pau Gasol, Ramon Sessions, Steve Blake, Matt Barnes, Josh McRoberts, Troy Murphy
Nuggets: Ty Lawson, Danilo Gallinari, Arron Afflalo, Kenneth Faried, Al Harrington, Corey Brewer, Andre Miller, Kosta Koufos
Prediction: Lakers win 4-2

#2 Thunder vs #7 Mavericks (Season series: Thunder won 3-1)
Key Players:
Thunder: Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, James Harden, Serge Ibaka, Kendrick Perkins, Derek Fisher, Thabo Sefolosha, Nick Collison
Mavericks: Dirk Nowitzki, Jason Terry, Shawn Marion, Jason Kidd, Delonte West, Vince Carter, Brendan Haywood, Brandan Wright, Rodrigue Beaubois
Prediction: Thunder win 4-2

EAST:

#1 Bulls vs #8 76ers (Season series: Bulls won 2-1)

Key Players:

Bulls: Derrick Rose, Luol Deng, Carlos Boozer, Joakim Noah, Rip Hamilton, Taj Gibson, C.J. Watson, Ronnie Brewer, Kyle Korver, Omer Asik

76ers: Andre Iguodala, Lou Williams, Elton Brand, Jrue Holiday, Spencer Hawes, Thaddeus Young, Jodie Meeks

Prediction: Bulls win 4-1

#4 Celtics vs #5 Hawks (Season series: Celtics won 2-1)

*Hawks have homecourt advantage since they lead the Celtics by 1 game in the standings.

Key Players:
Celtics: Rajon Rondo, Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, Brandon Bass, Avery Bradley, Sasha Pavlovic, Mickael Pietrus, Ryan Hollins
Hawks: Josh Smith, Joe Johnson, Jeff Teague, Kirk Hinrich, Zaza Pachulia, Marvin Williams, Jannero Pargo, Tracy McGrady, Willie Green
Prediction: Hawks win 4-2

#3 Pacers vs #6 Magic (Season series: Magic won 3-1)
Key Players:
Pacers: Danny Granger, Roy Hibbert, David West, Darren Collison, Paul George, George Hill, Tyler Hansbrough, Leandro Barbosa
Magic: Jameer Nelson, Glen Davis, Ryan Anderson, J.J. Redick, Jason Richardson, Hedo Turkoglu, Von Wafer, Quentin Richardson, Chris Duhon
Prediction: Pacers win 4-1

#2 Heat vs #7 Knicks (Season series: Heat won 3-0)

Key Players:

Heat: LeBron James, Dwayne Wade, Chris Bosh, Udonis Haslem, Mario Chalmers, Mike Miller, Norris Cole, Shane Battier, Joel Anthony, James Jones

Knicks: Carmelo Anthony, Amar'e Stoudemire, Tyson Chandler, J.R. Smith, Iman Shumpert, Steve Novak, Baron Davis, Jared Jeffries, Landry Fields
Prediction: Heat win 4-2 

FINAL STANDINGS AS OF 4/27/12 (13:13 PHT)

WEST:

1. Spurs (w) 50-16, 2. Thunder (nw) 47-19, 3. Lakers (p) 41-25, 4. Grizzlies (x) 41-25, 5. Clippers (x) 40-26, 6. Nuggets (x) 38-28, 7. Mavericks (x) 36-30, 8. Jazz (x) 36-30, 9. Rockets (o) 34-32, 10. Suns (o) 33-33, 11. Trail Blazers (o) 28-38, 12. Timberwolves (o) 26-40, 13. Warriors (o) 23-43, 14. Kings (o) 21-45, 15. Hornets (o) 21-45

EAST:

1. Bulls (e) 50-16, 2. Heat (se) 46-20, 3. Pacers (x) 42-24, 4. Celtics (a) 39-27, 5. Hawks (x) 40-26, 6. Magic (x) 37-29, 7. Knicks (x) 36-30, 8. 76ers (x) 35-31, 9. Bucks (o) 31-35, 10. Pistons (o) 25-41, 11. Raptors (o) 23-43, 12. Nets (o) 22-44, 13. Cavaliers (o) 21-45, 14. Wizards (o) 20-46, 15. Bobcats (o) 7-59

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Avengers was the time-bomb.

WARNING: THIS BLOG CONTAINS SPOILERS!

SO IF YOU HAVEN'T WATCH THE MOVIE. DON'T READ THIS YET.

  

Last night, me and my family went to the movies to watch the new movie from Marvel called The Avengers which feature some of your favorite Marvel superheroes like Captain America, Iron Man, Incredible Hulk, Thor, Hawkeye, Black Widow as well as Nick Fury as they fight the forces of Loki, the step-brother of Thor.

Let me get it straight for, since this is not a credible movie review because I'm no professional movie critic. I'm just a fan for movies like this so I can't get enough of talking about it. It was the "time-bomb" of all movies. A combustible group with different sets of characters and skills. All I can say is "Woah!" or "Damn!" with every scene in the movie. It was an awesome experience to say the least.

The fight/action/suspense scenes were the BOMB! When Barton was hypnotized at the start to Captain America getting saved from Loki by Iron Man. Thor and Iron Man's battle scene. Banner losing it to become Hulk. Agent Coulson's death. Barton getting unhypnotized by Romanov. The Avengers Assemble scene, and to their final battle which ended in victory and Romanov closing the portal. Where in the end, the "A" stood up in Stark's damaged building.

The movie has a lighter side like when Stark claims himself as a genius, billionaire, playboy and philantrophist. Hulk beat up Loki and called him a "puny lord". Hulk punching Thor for saving the Black Widow. Hulk's scream that woke up Stark after he threw the missile into the portal and when Stark said "Please tell no one kissed me.". Stark's laid back personality, his cool tricks/quotes during fights, and obsession to eat Shawarma. Aside from the awesome action scenes. The movie has some funny moments.

As I exit the movie theater. Words can't describe how I felt. It was a great feeling.

So I wonder, when will they make a movie with all Marvel characters on like the X-Men, The Fantastic Four, among others. When it happens, it will be the BOMB! of all movies.

Rogers: "Big man, in a suit of armor... take that away, who are you?"

Stark: "Uhh... genius, billionaire, playboy, philantrophist..."

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NBA Daily Blog: Knicks beat the Clippers at the MSG 99-93. Bulls beat the Pacers in Indianapolis 92-87. Spurs beat the Suns in Phoenix 110-106.

Carmelo Anthony with the dunk.

Photo ©NBA/Knicks.com

The New York Knicks pick up a victory over the Los Angeles Clippers at Madison Square Garden 99-93. With the win, the Knicks improve to 35-30 with one game left in their schedule against the Charlotte Bobcats in Charlotte. While the Clippers drop to 5th place in the West at 40-26 0.5 game behind the Memphis Grizzlies for the 4th seed in the West as they played their final game of the regular season. Their seeding depends on the result of the Grizzlies' final game of the regular season against the Orlando Magic in Memphis.


The Knicks were led by J.R. Smith off the bench with 21 points, 5 assists and 4 steals. Carmelo Anthony added 16 points and 6 rebounds. Steve Novak scored 14. Baron Davis scored 12. Tyson Chandler added 11 points and 5 rebounds. Amar'e Stoudemire added 10 points to 7 rebounds.


The Clippers who played without Chris Paul were led by Blake Griffin with a double-double 29 points and 10 rebounds with 6 assists and 2 steals. Randy Foye added 28 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals. DeAndre Jordan pulled down 10 rebounds. Caron Butler and Mo Williams each scored 9.

 Derrick Rose handles the ball vs the Pacers

Photo ©NBA/Bulls.com

The Chicago Bulls take the win in a Central Division showdown against the Indiana Pacers at Bankers Lief Fieldhouse 92-87. The Bulls improve to 49-16 with one game left in the season against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Chicago. While the Pacers finish their regular season at 42-24, seeded 3rd in the Eastern Conference.

The Bulls were led by Kyle Korver off the bench with 20 points. Carlos Boozer added 16 points, 7 rebounds and 2 blocks. Joakim Noah finished with a double-double 14 points and 14 rebounds. Derrick Rose added 10 points and 7 assists. Taj Gibson also scored 10 points.

The Pacers who played without star Danny Granger were led by Lance Stephenson with 22 points. David West added 13 points and 5 rebounds. A.J. Price off the bench scored 10.

 Tiago Splitter backs down on Robin Lopez

Photo ©NBA/Spurs.com

The San Antonio Spurs win their 9th consecutive game by beating the Phoenix Suns at the US Airways Center 110-106. The Spurs improve to 49-16 with one game left in their schedule against the Golden State Warriors in Oakland. While the Suns end their season at 33-33 dropping to 10th place in the West, 0.5 game behind the Houston Rockets.

The Spurs who rested their Big 3 of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker and Manu Ginobili were led by Australian point guard Patrick Mills with 27 points and 5 assists. Argentinian forward Tiago Splitter added 26 points and 5 rebounds off the bench. DeJuan Blair added 10 points, 8 rebounds and 2 steals. Rookie Kawhi Leonard also scored 10.

The Suns were led by Shannon Brown with 21 points. Sebastian Telfair scored 20 off the bench. Michael Redd scored 14. Robin Lopez added 10 points, 5 rebounds and 3 blocks. Marcin Gortat pulled down 10 rebounds with 9 points and 3 blocks.

In Orlando, the Orlando Magic clinch the 6th seed in the East with a victory over the Charlotte Bobcats who have now lost their 22nd straight game and now are one loss away from having the distinction as the worst team in NBA history at the Amway Center 102-95. J.J. Redick led the Magic with 31 points. Ryan Anderson finished with a double-double 24 points and 13 rebounds. Jason Richardson added 17 points and 9 rebounds. Jameer Nelson added 11 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 steals. D.J. Augustin led the Bobcats with 23 points and 6 assists. Gerald Henderson added 17 points and 5 rebounds. Derrick Brown added 16 points, 5 rebounds and 2 steals. Tyrus Thomas added 13 points and 5 rebounds. Byron Mullens scored 11. Rookie Bismack Biyombo blocked 3 shots.

In Cleveland, the Washington Wizards pick up the win over the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Quicken Loans Arena 96-85. John Wall led the Wizards with a double-double 21 points and 13 assists with 7 rebounds and 7 steals. Nene off the bench and Kevin Seraphin each scored 12. Nene also added 7 rebounds. Seraphin added 6 rebounds and 2 blocks. Chris Singleton scored 10. Czech rookie Jan Vesely pulled down 12 rebounds with 7 points. D.J. Kennedy off the bench led the Cavaliers with 12 points, 6 rebounds and 2 steals. Antawn Jamison scored 10. Samardo Samuels added 9 points and 9 rebounds.

In Milwaukee, the Philadelphia 76ers defeat the Milwaukee Bucks at the Bradley Center 90-85. The 76ers who rested most of their stars for the coming playoffs were led by Evan Turner with a double-double 29 points and 13 rebounds with 6 assists and 2 blocks. Jodie Meeks added 27 points and 2 steals. Rookie Lavoy Allen pulled down 12 rebounds. Jrue Holiday added 5 steals with 6 points and 5 assists. Brandon Jennings led the Bucks with 19 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 blocks. Rookie Tobias Harris finished with a double-dobule 15 points and 13 rebounds. Larry Sanders off the bench added 12 points, 4 rebounds, 4 steals and 5 blocks. Mike Dunleavy Jr. also scored 12.

In Oklahoma City, the Denver Nuggets win their Northwest Division showdown against the Oklahoma City Thunder who played their final regular season game before the playoffs at the Chesapeake Energy Arena 106-101. Ty Lawson led the Nuggets with 25 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals. Arron Afflalo added 15 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists. Danilo Gallinari added 14 points and 5 rebounds. Rookie Kenneth Faried finished with a double-double 13 points and 10 rebounds. Corey Brewer, Al Harrington and JaVale McGee each scored 10. Kevin Durant led the Thunder with 32 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Russell Westbrook added 30 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists, 3 steals and 4 blocks. Serge Ibaka added 15 points, 5 rebounds and 4 blocks. 

STANDINGS AS OF 4/26/12 (15:45 PHT)
WEST:
1. Spurs (w) 49-16, 2. Thunder (nw) 47-19, 3. Lakers (p) 41-24, 4. Grizzlies (x) 40-25, 5. Clippers (x) 40-26, 6. Nuggets (x) 37-28, 7. Mavericks (x) 36-29, 8. Jazz (x) 35-30, 9. Rockets (o) 33-32, 10. Suns (o) 33-33, 11. Trail Blazers (o) 28-37, 12. Timberwolves (o) 26-39, 13. Warriors (o) 23-42, 14. Kings (o) 21-44, 15. Hornets (o) 21-44
EAST:
1. Bulls (e) 49-16, 2. Heat (se) 46-19, 3. Pacers (x) 42-24, 4. Celtics (a) 38-27, 5. Hawks (x) 39-26, 6. Magic (x) 37-28, 7. Knicks (x) 35-30, 8. 76ers (x) 35-30, 9. Bucks (o) 31-34, 10. Pistons (o) 24-41, 11. Nets (o) 22-43, 12. Raptors (o) 22-43, 13. Cavaliers (o) 21-44, 14. Wizards (o) 19-46, 15. Bobcats (o) 7-58

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NBA Daily Blog: Hawks beat the Clippers at home 109-102. Celtics beat the Heat at home 78-66. Jazz eliminate the Suns at home 100-88.

Joe Johnson passes thru the Clippers defense.

Photo ©NBA/Hawks.com

The Atlanta Hawks are inching closer to securing homecourt advantage with a victory over the Los Angeles Clippers at Philips Arena 109-102. The Hawks improve to 39-26 with a 1 game advantage over the Boston Celtics for homecourt advantage in their 1st round match-up. While the Clippers with the loss drop to 40-25 in a tie with the Memphis Grizzlies for the 4th seed out West. Also with the Clippers loss, the Los Angeles Lakers clinched the Pacific Division title for the 5th consecutive year.

The Hawks were led by Joe Johnson with 28 points and 7 rebounds. Jeff Teague added 21 points and 2 blocks. Josh Smith finished with a double-double 19 points and 10 rebounds with 5 assists. Marvin Williams scored 11 off the bench.

The Clippers were led by Blake Griffin with 36 points and 8 rebounds. Chris Paul added 34 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists and 2 steals. Caron Butler added 9 points and 7 rebounds.

 Marquis Daniels with the dunk.

Photo ©NBA/Celtics.com

The Boston Celtics without Rajon Rondo, Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen who are resting for the coming playoffs came up with a victory in a low-scoring slugfest over the Miami Heat who played without their Big 3 of LeBron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh at the TD Garden 78-66. The Celtics improve to 38-27, a game behind the Atlanta Hawks for homecourt advantage in their first round match up. While the Heat drop to 46-19 and with the loss, the Chicago Bulls clinch the top seed in the Eastern Conference while the Heat will be placed second in the East.

The Celtics were led by Sasha Pavlovic with 16 points. Marquis Daniels off the bench added 13 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists. Paul Pierce, Brandon Bass and Avery Bradley each scored 8.

The Heat were led by Dexter Pittman with 12 points, 4 rebounds and 2 blocks. James Jones scored 11 off the bench. Udonis Haslem pulled down 13 rebounds. Mario Chalmers and Mike Miller each scored 8.

Paul Millsap lays it in.

 Photo ©NBA/UtahJazz.com

The Utah Jazz secure the final playoff berth in the Western Conference as they knock off the Phoenix Suns out of playoff contention with a win at the EnergySolutions Arena 100-88. The Jazz improve to 34-30, 1.5 game behind the 7th seeded Dallas Mavericks. While the Suns drop to 33-32 currently tied with the Houston Rockets for the 9th seed.

The Jazz were led by Paul Millsap with a double-double 26 points and 15 rebounds with 3 steals. Al Jefferson also finished with a double-double 18 points and 16 rebounds with 2 blocks. Devin Harris added 14 points and 2 steals. Derrick Favors off the bench also finished with a double-double 13 points and 11 rebounds with 5 blocks. Gordon Hayward added 11 points, 8 assists and 2 steals.

The Suns were led by Jared Dudley and Michael Redd who came off the bench with each scoring 15 points. Dudley also added 6 rebounds. Steve Nash finished with a double-double 14 points and 11 assists. Shannon Brown and Hakim Warrick each scored 12.

In Oklahoma City, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeat the Sacramento Kings at the Chesapeake Energy Arena 118-110. Kevin Durant led the Thunder with 32 points, 9 rebounds and 2 blocks. Daequan Cook off the bench added 19 points and 5 rebounds. Russell Westbrook added 13 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks. Derek Fisher and Thabo Sefolosha each scored 11. Kendrick Perkins added 10 points and 5 rebounds. DeMarcus Cousins led the Kings with 32 points, 7 rebounds and 2 steals. Jason Thompson added 22 points and 6 rebounds. Travis Outlaw added 20 points, 7 rebounds and 4 steals. Tyreke Evans scored 18. Rookie Isaiah Thomas added 11 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists and 2 steals.

In Oakland, the New Orleans Hornets on Marco Belinelli's clutch layup with 1.5 seconds in the 4th quarter pick up a road victory over the Golden State Warriors at Oracle Arena 83-81. Belinelli led the Hornets with 23 points, 4 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals. Carl Landry off the bench added 14 points and 6 rebounds. Rookie Gustavo Ayon added 13 points, 7 rebounds and 4 blocks. Greivis Vasquez added 11 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists. Al-Farouq Aminu pulled down 11 rebounds with 8 points. Rookie Klay Thompson led the Warriors with 16 points. Brandon Rush off the bench scored 15. Another rookie Jeremy Tyler added 13 points and 8 rebounds. A third rookie in Charles Jenkins finished with a double-double 10 points and 10 assists with 5 rebounds.

STANDINGS AS OF 4/25/12 (13:43 PHT)
WEST:
1. Spurs (w) 48-16, 2. Thunder (nw) 47-18, 3. Lakers (p) 41-24, 4. Clippers (x) 40-25, 5. Grizzlies (x) 40-25, 6. Nuggets (x) 36-28, 7. Mavericks (x) 36-29, 8. Jazz (x) 35-30, 9. Suns (o) 33-32, 10. Rockets (o) 33-32, 11. Trail Blazers (o) 28-37, 12. Timberwolves (o) 26-39, 13. Warriors (o) 23-42, 14. Kings (o) 21-44, 15. Hornets (o) 21-44
EAST:
1. Bulls (e) 48-16, 2. Heat (se) 46-19, 3. Pacers (x) 42-23, 4. Celtics (a) 38-27, 5. Hawks (x) 39-26, 6. Magic (x) 36-28, 7. Knicks (x) 34-30, 8. 76ers (x) 34-30, 9. Bucks (o) 31-33, 10. Pistons (o) 24-41, 11. Nets (o) 22-43, 12. Raptors (o) 22-43, 13. Cavaliers (o) 21-43, 14. Wizards (o) 18-46, 15. Bobcats (o) 7-57

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The brotherhood remains. MERALCO is a brotherhood.

Photo ©John Daniel Item

Last night, I went to my friend Gelo's house (PEEP at the center wearing blue) together with my PEEPS from high school to celebrate his birthday. His birthday has been known somewhat as a annual reunion of the troupe since we graduated 2 years ago since his birthday falls on a time where all of us are on summer break and the fact we have varying school calendars. Some who came I have seen not too long ago like the birthday boy who studies in the same university as I am, while some I hadn't seen for a long time.

I was very happy to see these guys again. This brotherhood has been around for four years beginning at our 3rd year in Claret until today, though I admit I wasn't present at all times then, it's good that we still keep in touch even if we are on different paths right now in our lives.

Well, this was also a time to catch up with what has happened to us since we last met from our college lives to current issues, and reminisce good/funny memories (some of which dark memories) when we were at high school from the PE experiences to the funny jokes/pranks back then. I remember that we have unique laughs. One laugh would trigger laughs from the other. One good joke will trigger the whole troupe laughing. One poor joke would trigger the jeers "Weh!". I remember when my friend Nur said I was handsome yet it triggered the "Weh!" jeer (Even I myself said it.) But hey, I believe that everyone is handsome no matter what the state a person has in his life. Well on my part I also did a flashback move from back in my 2nd year high school which I call the "You!-Boomshakalaka!-Hamboogle" move. Where I start with a Soulja Boy You!, then I shout Boomshakalaka! up in the sky, and end saying Hamboogle! with my head shaking, and of course I cap with a little dance. It was somehow my birthday gift to Gelo as he and the rest of the troupe had not seen it in a while. It was also a chance to plan our future outings. Yes, we are a happy troupe to say the least.

So once again, we thank Gelo for the great party last night. My PEEP Jadri who lives near my home for the ride back home. To my other MERALCO PEEPS Airam, Francis, JL, Centi, Aldrin, Philip, Nur, JD, Baña, Josh, Edison, Junji, and Agi. Thanks for the great time guys! Until then, enjoy the ride.

"The opportunity for brotherhood presents itself every time you meet a human being." - Jane Wyman

"Above all things let us never forget that mankind constitutes one great brotherhood; all born to encounter suffering and sorrow, and therefore bound to sympathize with each other." - Albert Pike

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