Louis Ceaser Iv, Playmaker Intern
- RAJON RONDO: Round 1 goes to the Boston Celtics. RR, who played without his signature upside down headband due to the NBA's new rules, led the C's to an 88-80 victory over the Miami Heat on opening day at the Garden. Rondo recorded 4 points, 2 steals 17 assists, and 5 rebounds in the game. LA Times reports that the Celtics V. Heat opening game ranked as "the most-watched regular-season NBA game in cable history." TNT averaged between 5.4 to 7.4 million viewers. *UPDATE: Boston played Lebron's former team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, on Wednesday, losing 95-87. The C's play the NY Knicks on Friday; they move to (1-1), overall.
- YAO MING: According to Rotoworld.com, the Rocket's center almost recorded a double-double against the defending World Champion, Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Yao accounted for 9 points, 11 rebounds, 2 blocks in only 24 minutes of playing time. *UPDATE: Yao Ming sat out Wednesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The Rockets lost a close one to the Warriors, 132-128, as Monta Ellis scored 46 points. Houston plays the Denver Nuggets on Saturday.
- BRANDON JENNINGS: Milwaukee's star PG scored a double-double as the Bucks lost their season-opener to New Orleans Hornets, 95-91. Jennings recorded 15 points, 10 assists, two 3-pointers, and 1 steal. The Bucks play the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday.
- STEVE NASH: The PHX Sun's PG scored 26 points, including 6 assists, 1 steal, 4 rebounds, in 35 minutes of PT, as the Suns lost to the Portland Trailblazers 106-92 , opening day. The Suns play another tough game against the Jazz, Thursday in Utah.
- GREG ODEN: According to Jeff Rabjohns of IndyStar.com, Greg Oden expects to become a restricted free agent soon. Oden's agent, Mike Conley Sr., recently stated that it's unlikely his client will sign an extension by Monday's deadline. Oden is only 22, and is set to make about $6.8 million this season. The #1 pick of 2007, has been hampered by knee injuries. GO has yet to play this season, as no timeline for his return has been set.
- JONATHAN VILMA: The NFL's PAC (Player Action Committee) "recently donated over $600,000 in its rookie election cycle, building goodwill among lawmakers that could come in handy in the even of a lockout next season." Records show that Jonathan Vilma, Peyton Manning, Brett Favre, Julius Peppers and Jason Taylor, made their own private donations as well.
- DONOVAN MCNABB: Dave Birkett of Freep.com writes that Detroit Lions coach, Jim Schwartz is still wary of McNabb's big-play ability. The Redskins (4-3) play the Lions (1-5), this Sunday.
- OSI UMENYIORA: The NY Giants are on a bye week, which gives the G-Men's star playmaker, OU, the chance to rest his sore knees and hip. "I need it [rest], no question about it," mentioned Umenyiora; via Tony Rock of Newsday.
- RAY LEWIS: Mike Vensel of Virtual Vensanity recently wrote that Ray Lewis is currently the NFL's 5th best defender. Agree or disagree? Click here to read more.
- MICHAEL ROBINSON: The Seattle Seahawks recently re-acquired fullback Quinton Ganther due to the uncertainty of Michael Robinson's hamstring injury. We'll keep you updated about M-Rob's status.
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