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Written by- Riley Duncan
Cordarrelle Patterson, known affectionately by Vol fans’ as “CP,” is in New York City tonight for the 2013 NFL Draft. He’s expected to go sometime in the first round, with fellow college teammate Justin Hunter also having a chance to go in the late first round. That’s about right for Hunter, so I’ll focus on where CP should go. Many “experts” guess that he’ll go in the early 20’s, although there have been some reports of him going a little higher, and some of him slipping farther. It’s tough to put too much stock in to these reports, as teams will purposely (but anonymously) knock a guy so that he’s still on the board when they pick. I have a feeling that this could be the case with CP.
Ideally, you want a top ten pick to be extremely talented without any red flags. You want one of those “can’t-miss guys.” Flags have said to be raised about CP’s intelligence (scored an 11 on the Wonderlic), his route-running, and it’s been emphasized that he’s extremely raw. First of all, I don’t think Wonderlic scores matter at all, especially for a position such as wide receiver. Another receiver, who many project to go in the first round, ahead of Patterson, is Tavon Austin, who scored a 7 on the Wonderlic. It doesn’t matter. You may have heard of a guy named Hakeem Nicks. Not bad, right? He also scored an 11 on the Wonderlic.
Next up is the fact that CP is really raw, and his route running needs some work. With only one year at a Division-1 program, this isn’t surprising. But if he wasn’t raw, he’d be a sure-fire top 3 pick. Can you imagine if Cordarrelle Patterson was a polished receiver who ran great routes? Don’t you think NFL-level instruction will help him improve? Unfortunately, I don’t think two years at Hutchinson Community College helped his fundamentals too much. But even playing in his only year at Tennessee, he was effective and electric. Even the best defensive players in the country had trouble, to put it lightly, with CP if he got in the open field. Nobody could bring him down. He’s a game-changer. If he gets a little more technical, a little more polished, watch out, NFL.
So what’s his NFL comparison? Best-case, worst-case? A guy I keep hearing comparisons to is Percy Harvin. I don’t mind this comparison, but the thing is, CP is 3 inches taller, 40 pounds bigger, and just as quick (Harvin ran a 4.41 at the combine, CP a 4.42). Also, Harvin wasn’t a good route-runner coming out of college, either. He ran simple, easy routes at Florida, where Tebow could through him the ball over the middle and let him run with it. So yeah, a bigger, stronger, Percy Harvin without the migraines. Not bad, eh? Worst-case, CP doesn’t get any better as a route-runner, and he’s a guy that the coaches have to get creative to get the ball to. This means kick returns, punt returns, screen plays, reverses, simple pass routes. When do you not want a guy on the field that is so talented that you have to get him the ball whenever you can, though? More than likely, we’ll see a lot of this creative playcalling to get CP the ball early in his career. But he’ll get better, and find ways to get open and get his hands on the ball even more as time goes on. He’ll find a way to change games, one way or another.
With a draft as weak as this one, where in some cases, MULTIPLE OFFENSIVE GUARDS are projected to be taken in the top 10, it’s a no-brainer to me that Cordarrelle Patterson is deserving of one of those top 10 spots. Tonight, we should find out where CP goes, and over the next 10-15 years, we’ll find out who regrets passing on him.
By: Blake Ryan Hatfield
Butch Jones and his staff have finished up their first spring practice session at the University of Tennessee following the Orange and White game on April 20.
These coaches walked into an ugly situation on Rocky Top. Not only were there the normal difficulties and headaches that go along with a coaching change, Butch Jones had to deal with the majority of the offensive production from previous seasons departing. Add to that the fact that the defense returning this season was statistically the worst in Tennessee’s rich history.
Coach Jones assembled a staff he believes can correct these issues and get the Vols to “Rise To The Top”. He retained a number of coaches from Cincinnati, including Offensive Coordinator Mike Bajakian and Defensive Coordinator John Jancek. He accompanied these familiar faces with hires of coaches who have SEC ties prior to joining the Vols staff.
Expectations are low for this upcoming season for Coach Jones, but hope is on the horizon. The Vols are building a solid recruiting class for 2014 that is currently ranked #4th in the nation, highlighted by 5* RB Jalen Hurd and Vol legacy Todd Kelly Jr. Before these guys can get on campus though, the 2013 edition of the Vols has to play.
We’ll take a game-by-game (or brick by brick if you will) look at the Vols 2013 schedule. This is an important season for Tennessee as the Butch Jones Era begins the Rise To The Top.
Austin Peay
On August 31 Butch Jones and the Vols lay the first brick of the season. Tennessee kicks off the 2013 campaign in Neyland Stadium against Austin Peay. This should be a good game all-around for the Vols against a weaker opponent. Hopefully this game will provide a clearer picture into the ongoing QB race moving forward into tougher games ahead. The Vols have won their past three season openers at home by scores of 50-0, 42-16, and 51-13. Expect more of the same this season. Vols win 49-6.
Western Kentucky
The second game of the season pits the undefeated (too soon?) Vols up against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. This game’s interest level was bolstered on December 11, when WKU hired former Arkansas coach Bobby Petrino as their new head coach. Petrino, who was successful at Arkansas, brings a new level of excitement to that program. The Hilltoppers are coming off a season where they reached a bowl game and beat in-state rival Kentucky. Expect a closer game Vol fans. Coach Jones picks up his second win as the Vols build some momentum heading into the next 2 road games. Vols win this one 38-20.
Oregon
Here is where Coach Butch Jones gets thrown in the fire or the storm of college football facing the lightning speed of the Oregon Ducks offense. The last time these two teams faced each other, the Vols held their own against the Ducks for about a quarter and a half, then the flood gates opened as Oregon pulled away for a 48-13 win. Gone is Coach Kelly (hired as the Philadelphia Eagles’ new Head Coach), enter Mark Helfrich the Ducks’ former Offensive Coordinator. The Oregon offense should look mostly the same this season. Expect a fast-paced game from both teams. The Vols should be improved after the first two games but Oregon’s offensive firepower is way too much to deal with, especially when you add the Autzen Stadium factor. That’s a tough place to play for anybody and the Vols will be playing with a relatively inexperienced QB at the helm. Oregon wins big 55-17.
Florida
Butch Jones gets his first crack at an SEC opponent on September 21 when the Vols travel to the Swamp. Welcome to the big leagues Butch. This will be the second game in a row against a top-ranked opponent on the road. Last season, the Vols led in the third quarter against the Gators before collapsing and losing 37-20. Florida has defeated the Vols 9 consecutive seasons and that streak continues through 2013. The Vols defense steps up and has a good performance vs. Jeff Driskel and the inconsistent Gator offense, but the lack of playmakers on the offensive side of the ball and the tough task of playing in the Swamp will be too much for Tennessee to overcome. The Gators knock the Vols to 2-2 on the season with a 27-16 loss.
South Alabama
On September 28, the Vols welcome a new opponent and introduce a new quarterback into the starting lineup. Following two straight tough opponents and some bad performances from the starting QB, Coach Jones turns to Freshman QB Josh Dobbs to take the reigns of the Vols offense. Dobbs was a consensus 4* recruit last season who committed to the Vols on National Signing Day. Jones and Coach Bajakian look to Dobbs to spark the offense and find the perfect opportunity to against the outmanned Jaguars. Tennessee pounds South Alabama to the tune of a 45-9 drumming.
Georgia
Here’s Butch Jones’ first SEC game inside the friendly confines of Neyland Stadium. Georgia was one play away from beating Alabama in last season’s SEC Championship game but they only beat the Vols by 7 in Athens. Freshly implemented QB Josh Dobbs faces a huge step-up in defensive talent with the Bulldogs. Senior QB Aaron Murray and dynamic RB combo of Todd Gurley and Keith Marshall will prove to be too much talent and offensive prowess to top the Vols. Georgia beats Tennessee for the fourth consecutive season, 41-24.
South Carolina
The Vols will be coming off a much-needed bye week when Steve Spurrier and the Gamecocks come to Rocky Top. Tennessee will use the bye week to get healthy and get the offense clicking on full cylinders. The matchup to watch in this game will be a head-to-head duel between two future first round draft picks in Tiny Richardson and Jadeveon Clowney. Richardson held Clowney in check for most of the game last season (I’m still trying to block that last play out of my head). The Vols have lost three straight games to South Carolina: 38-24, 14-3, 38-35. Expect another close one with the Gamecocks having the edge due to overall experience and leadership. Vols fall to 3-4 with a 28-20 loss at home.
Alabama
What is there to say about this one? Back-to-back defending national champions, Bryant-Denny Stadium, Freshman QB, etc. Alabama has way too much talent for the Vols. In the last few years, the Vols have hung tough for a half or so then fallen off against the Tide. Don’t expect Coach Jones to allow the boys clad in orange to quit down the stretch, like that has happened in the past few seasons under Coach Fooley. Jones preaches effort and respecting the Power T, but the sermon can’t overcome Alabama’s skill. The Tide rolls over the Vols 44-14.
Missouri
Sitting at 3-5 (0-4 in SEC), the Vols are going to be scrambling for a bowl berth. This is the time for Butch Jones to prove his merit in the final four games of the season. First up on the agenda is a trip to Missouri for the first time in history for the Vols. The Tigers escaped Knoxville with a 51-48 overtime win last season. This season James Franklin (no, not that James Franklin) will be back along with former top 5 recruit Dorial Green-Beckham for Missouri’s offense. The Vols will look to rebound following the Alabama loss and head into one of the weakest home-field advantages in the SEC. Tennessee leaves Columbia with their heads held high, following their first SEC road win in three seasons. Vols win 24-21.
Auburn
Here is the most important game on the Vols 2013 schedule. These two teams are facing similar situations this offseason, new coaches trying to resurrect a program that has fallen off in recent years. The Tigers will stroll into Neyland Stadium on November 9. Auburn struggled on offense all year in 2012 and will be trying to locate playmakers in 2013 (sound familiar?). Playing in the gauntlet that is the SEC West, Auburn will be facing an extremely tough schedule and will be attempting to reach a bowl game (yet again, sound familiar?). With a win, the Vols would only need one more win to become bowl eligible. Expect an extremely close game from start to finish. The deciding factor in this one will be the 102,000 fans in Neyland. Vols walk away with a win and improve to .500 on the season with a 17-16 win.
Vanderbilt
Tennessee enters this pivotal contest vs. the in-state little brother, Vanderbilt. Coach James Franklin has done a tremendous job building the Commodores up and giving their fans false hope. Tennessee got embarrassed in Nashville last season; don’t look for the same thing to happen this year. Coach Jones seems very fired up about letting people know that the University of Tennessee is the state school of Tennessee. He emphasizes this with the hashtag on Twitter #VOLUNTEERSTATE. Look for Jones and the Vols to reclaim state supremacy with a 23-17 win. Remember folks, Vandy will always be Vandy.
Kentucky
Kentucky is also introducing a new head coach this season. Mark Stoops has somehow gotten Kentucky fans fired up about football, yes football. Big Blue Nation had 51,000+ paying fans at their spring game. All that said, Tennessee has too much overall skill and depth to beat the Wildcats. Vol fans just hope they don’t start a wide receiver at quarterback (I kid, I kid). Tennessee finishes the regular season with its fourth straight SEC victory, beating Kentucky 34-14.
Hats off to Butch Jones and staff. The Vols finish with a 7-5 (4-4 SEC) record in the first season under Jones. This team came close to winning several games last season but couldn’t get it done. This year under better leadership and direction the Vols get it done. This is the first step for Coach Jones and the Volunteers in Rising To The Top.
It’s a feeling only a sports fan knows. Whether playing or watching a sport, there’s just a certain rush that comes with participating in a sport. It’s something that people who never play sports don’t understand.
I began participating in athletics at age five and haven’t stopped since. Whether it be soccer, baseball, football, basketball, or even cross-country running, I had the honor of experiencing all the highs and lows that each sport had to offer. From hitting a game winning grand slam in U-10 baseball, to a buzzer-beater in high school basketball (for the win of course), to scoring the game-winning goal in the district semi-finals, sports have given me many of my greatest memories in life.
Along with these great moments, sports have taught me some of the hardest lessons I’ve ever had to learn. I had to learn how to sit on the bench, be supportive of others, respect authority, and possess sportsmanship. After missing a possible game-winning free throw, sitting in the locker room with tears in my eyes, I learned a thing or two about the real world. There will be times when life throws you a curveball (no pun intended), and you are forced to deal with it. Missing that free throw taught me about discipline, hard work, and perseverance. Without it, I wouldn’t be the man I am today.
But this doesn’t stop once you step off of the field.
As a sports fan, I’ve watched my teams lose and win. There’s no greater feeling than watching your team win a championship, but there’s no worse feeling than watching your team fall apart. You learn how to deal with hardships, even after investing yourself emotionally for years and years. You learn that quitting is the easier route to escape your issues, but not the respectable one.
Sports creates bonds between human beings that can’t be matched. Once a week, hundreds of thousands of football fans can all unite, no matter what they believe, and feel like a part of something special. Democrats and Republicans, homosexuals and heterosexuals, men and women, and people of various backgrounds and ethnicities all come together to celebrate something that transcends sports itself… unity.
My greatest sports memory as a fan has to be the Tennessee Titans vs. New York Giants game of November, 2006. My father and I sat in the second level and watched the Giants go up 21-0 after three quarters. The couple next to us, also Titans fans, bonded with us in our sorrow over the impending loss and we all began to accept the loss together, making it slightly more bearable. Just as we began to slip into the mini-depression that every sports fan feels after their team loses (we Titans fans know it all too well), Vince Young and the Titans began received a “personal foul” call, on 4th down, that I will never forget. A few touchdowns, a Mathias Kiwanuka mistake, and one big interception by Adam “Pacman” Jones later, I watched Rob Bironas kick a field goal from what felt like 80 yards away as time expired to win.
As a young boy, the joy I felt riding home from that game with my father is something that will never be topped for me.
It’s moments like that car ride home that I attribute to sports.
Being a part of sports means more than receiving awards in high school, or playing in college. Being a part of sports is experiencing a heart-wrenching loss, either as a fan or as a player. It’s tailgating with hot wings and rolls, throwing football with your family in a packed parking lot, or even just sitting around the television on a Sunday and cheering with friends. It’s rushing home from church so you don’t miss a down. It’s going to the backyard after the game and replaying every big play yourself. It’s growing up, but never forgetting your roots. It’s dreaming about making the team. It’s spending hours in the gym, both before and after practice. It’s your last game of high school, and knowing that you will never play again. It’s sitting around with your buddies, talking about what YOU would do if you were the coach. It’s saying, “Go Titans” to a random guy that walks by you in the store with a Steve McNair jersey on. It’s one thing that you can always fall back on and be passionate about.
It’s a way of life… and my life wouldn’t be the same without it.
-Joshua Lampley
New University of Tennessee coach Butch Jones has made it a priority to sell the program to former players. Suffice it to say, it’s been a success so far.
Over 500 former Vols, a group headlined by current NFL Pro Bowlers Arian Foster and Eric Berry, along with 61,076 fans, helped to usher in the Butch Jones in his inaugural O&W Game, and while the atmosphere was electric compared to past games, the results on the field failed to match the anticipation.
Linebacker Corey Vereen and defensive tackle Daniel McCullers lead the Orange team with six tackles a piece, with defensive back Justin Coleman adding an interception in the first half as the defense was able to pull a comfortable victory with a final score of 95-71.
Defensive end Jacques Smith noted the change of environments effect on the teams performance.
“Coach Jones has just established an environment where football is fun for us,” defensive lineman Jacques Smith said. “It’s no longer like a job or just something that you must do, where you come to work just to get put down. He’s boosted our confidence. He’s made it fun again.”
Both offensive units struggled to find consistency throughout the afternoon, with the lone standout performer being sophomore running back Alden Hill who finished the afternoon with 101 yards on 18 carries. Sophomore receiver Cody Blanc had the games only offensive touchdown which came on a 58 yard catch and run in the second quarter. Quarterbacks Justin Worley and Nathan Peterman went 8-18 for 123 yards and 9-23 for 98 yards respectively.
After the game, Worley lamented the offenses struggles.
“It was a little sloppy — too many penalties, too many (missed assignments) that we can easily fix,” said Worley. “Just little small things. This summer’s going to be huge for us as a whole offense to work on those small things and progress in our tempo and things like that.”
Despite the offenses struggles on the afternoon, Jones still found reasons to be optimistic about his teams’ performance.
“I’m very encouraged by what I see, but obviously there’s a lot of work that needs to be done in the next couple of months,” Jones said. “I’m encouraged with our leadership. I can feel this football team getting closer and closer together. But we have to get a lot better over the summer months.”
Orange and White Game:
The Rock Solid Sports Offensive player of the Game:
Who: Alden Hill
Why: Alden hill was a dominant force today on the ground. He racked up 101 yards rushing on 18 carries. A 5.6 Average yards per carry.
Alden helped Nathan Peterman move a stagnant offense all day for the white team. He out preformed the Starting running back Rajion Neal by 64 yards.
At 6’2” and 217 pounds, Hill isn’t going to be a barnburner, or shake and bake anyone out of their shoes. That’s what Neal is for. He showed the Tennessee Fan-Base today that he could be a very good complimentary back to Neal. He was constantly fighting for extra yardage and lowering his shoulder into the belly of the Tennessee defense today. If Tennessee needs to convert on 3rd and 4th and short and in goal line sets, Hill showed today that he could very well be that guy come fall.
Hill was a bright spot in the Tennessee offense today. Justin Worley and Nathan Peterman struggled out of the gates. Neither Quarterback looked like they were in a comfortable rhythm until later in the game. Worley Threw the lone touchdown pass to Cody Blanc as the two connected on a 58-yard pass. Cody Blanc showed potential to be a viable option in the Tennessee passing attack, as well as good field vision and speed as he split defenders to run into the end zone.
The Offense is still very far from being where they want to be. Worley and Peterman both spoke at the press conference after the game about how they felt the play today was sloppy. Both also commented that this summer is going to be crucial from a conditioning standpoint.
Head Coach Butch Jones spoke after the game on how important it is for his Quarterback to be a Alpha Male and that he also needs him to be a leader on and off the field, Setting the tempo for the whole team. He isn’t sold on who his Starting Guy will be for the Austin Peay Game on August 31st. Worley showed more consistency today, but also threw a pick to Defensive Back Bryan Randolph. Who will win? Only time will tell but as both quarterbacks said. “This summer will be very crucial”
Sam Henley
Rock Solid Sports
After one of the worst defensive season performances in Tennessee football, Butch Jones and the Volunteers were back on the field beginning the new era of defense.
Jones announced in his first press conference that the Volunteers would be switching back to the 4-3 defense that that had run the first two years under former head coach Derek Dooley.
The Orange and White game showed a lot of promise for the defense of the Volunteers, while not expanding deep into the playbook.
“It was simple. They wanted us to come out and play and do what we were doing all spring,” said redshirt freshman LaTroy Lewis.
The defense dominated most of the game behind a strong leadership of many players. Daniel McCullers had a strong performance finishing the game with six tackles with one for a loss of yards.
“I was really encouraged by Dan McCullers today,” said head coach Butch Jones. “I think we have probably pushed him the hardest because we need him to be a dominating defensive tackle.”
Also, freshman Corey Vereen had an outstanding first half totaling five total tackles, including four sacks.
“He is young, but he can play,” said Lewis. “He is quick off the ball and gets up to field to get the quarterback.”
The defensive totaled up 76 tackles throughout the game including 17 tackles for loss.
With the Vols back in the 4-3 defense, rather than the 3-4 run last year by former defensive coordinator Sal Sunseri, defensive end Jacques Smith says the team feels more comfortable than last year.
With spring in the books, the Volunteers have summer conditioning on the horizon before they get back in pads for the 2013 season that kicks off August 31st against Austin Peay.
If you are headed to the Orange and White game tomorrow (and why wouldn’t you be?), you are going to need to know how the game is going to be scored. This year, it is offense versus defense. UT Sports did a great job of providing you with that info, and we will pass it along!
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The Tennessee Volunteer’s roller coaster season came to a close Wednesday night in Thompson Boling Arena losing to the Mercer Bears 75-67 in the first round of the NIT Tournament.
The Volunteers looked out of place from the beginning with Mercer (24-11) throughout the first half, but not being able to pull away.
“I thought they [Mercer] played well,” said head coach Cuonzo Martin. “I thought Mercer did a good job executing the offense, playing with energy, and playing together.”
There were many factors to the Volunteers (20-13) performances in the game, but the absence of Jordan McRae’s scoring was too much for the Vols to overcome.
“Our motivation was to win since we didn’t get into the [NCAA] tournament,” said junior guard Jordan McRae. “We were planning to go in and win but at the same time it was still hard for us.”
However, sophomore Jarnell Stokes continued to dominate the floor by recording his … for the Volunteers scoring 14 points and 13 rebounds.
“We were real disappointment about the NCAA,” said Stokes. “It wasn’t difficult for me [playing in NIT]. I love playing basketball so I wanted to make sure I came out and played hard.”
The Vols had to compete with Mercer who shot 50.0% from the field for the game while the Vols were only able to shoot 37.9%.
Mercer had four different players score into double figures with the point guard Travis Smith leading the way for the Bears with 25 points.
Junior Trae Golden and Stokes were the only Vols to score double figures.
The Volunteers did out rebound the Bears 40 to 29, but was not able to keep Mercer out of the paint where they racked up 32 points.
Tennessee and Mercer battled it out throughout most of the first half, but with 2:07 left in the first half Smith drained a three pointer. The Bears took the lead and never released it for the rest of the game.
Where the end of the season brings optimism for next season, but for two Vols their careers are over. Skylar McBee and Kenny Hall were the two seniors for the Volunteers who have played their final game in a UT jersey.
“I didn’t want to go out this way,” said McBee. “We didn’t do what we need to do on the defensive end to win that game.”
Attendance for the first round NIT game was 4,468.
If you haven’t seen LeBron James’ dunk against the Celtics on Monday night, March 18th, you need to do yourself a favor and look it up on youtube. Here are the top ten reasons why you should love LeBron’s dunk.
10. It was against the Celtics Other than dunking against the Lakers, Thunder, or Cavaliers, this is the best team for this to happen against. The Celtics wanted nothing more than to end the Heat’s 22 game win streak. They had been leading the whole game and were getting pretty cocky. Paul Pierce had been elbowing LeBron all night, talking into his ear, and hitting shots from everywhere on the court early on. This is how LeBron answered. He torched the Celtics in the playoffs last year and he reminded them again on Monday that he is literally capable of just about anything on the court. The only person that can stop LeBron is LeBron, and the only thing that can stop the Heat in the East is… well… never mind.
9. It was on Jason Terry Does anyone outside of Boston like Jason Terry? He’s one of the biggest a-holes in the league and gets no recognition for it. People hate Kobe, Dwight, and LeBron just for being great, but shouldn’t we hate a guy for being a huge douche? Jason Terry got the NBA championship trophy tattooed on his arm… before the Mavericks won the championship. He comes off the bench and scores the most overconfident 10 points a game that anyone has ever seen. Is he a good player? Of course. Should he have gotten out of the way and given LeBron the dunk? Definitely.
8. It changed the tide of the game From this point on in the game, there no doubts that the Heat were going to win. It just didn’t seem logical for LeBron to do something so disgusting and filthy to Jason Terry, only to let his team lose in the clutch. He went on to hit the game-winning shot with three seconds left in Jeff Green’s eye. The fact that you are hearing more about this dunk than the game-winning shot should tell you something… this play was special.
7. The first time you see it, you don’t believe what you just saw When the dunk first happened, people reacted. One person, a Grizzlies fan, couldn’t keep his mouth closed for approximately three minutes straight. On the television, it felt like you didn’t even see LeBron on the screen until he appeared to be straddling Jason Terry’s face, finishing with one hand. Watching replays, it’s fantastic. But you will never forget how unbelievable it was the first time you saw it.
6. Jason Terry got “nasty-necked” To give you the dictionary definition, a “nasty-neck” occurs when a basketball player jumps so high, with so much force, that he dunks the ball whilst simultaneously rubbing his genitals on someone else’s face/neck area. For a split second, before he went flying backwards, Jason Terry got “nasty-necked” through and through. It was the textbook definition. The best part was how Jason Terry got helped up immediately by his teammates, acting as if nothing had ever happened.
5. The passing pre-dunk looked like a Harlem Globetrotter game Dwyane Wade got the steal, flipped it backwards to Mario Chalmers, who passed it to Norris Cole, who lobbed it halfway between the baseline and the free throw line. Could Norris Cole have just laid it in? Probably, but what fun would that be? The passing was so crisp that it made the dunk look that much better. The whole play developed so quickly that it was hard to follow at first. It looked like an elementary school playground when the older kids play keep away from one younger kid. Jason Terry was just hopping around, hands up, begging for the ball to come to him. Balls came to him alright… just not the ones he wanted.
4. The Heat didn’t even celebrate Norris Cole just stood there. Mario Chalmers walked over to the ball and picked it up. Dwyane Wade jogged over to LeBron and gave him a slap on the hand. Chris Bosh was nowhere to be seen, probably laying eggs somewhere (Bostrich joke had to be thrown in there). It was just a routine play for a championship team.
3. The announcer’s reaction to the dunk is perfectly timed with the dunk itself The commentary on the play was perfect. The commentary on the play was perfect. The play happened so quick, yet he was able to perfectly time, “Wade takes it from behind, Chalmers, Cole, JAAAMMMMEEESSSSS.” End quote.
2. LeBron’s look on his face said it all The fact that LeBron didn’t celebrate at all made the dunk that much better. He was stone cold. He looked like Liam Neeson in “Taken”, when he is mercilessly killing people without a second thought. LeBron didn’t even smile. The look on his face was terrifying, because it showed that he only cares about one thing… winning.
1. A technical foul was called LeBron got penalized for saying nothing… He dunked on Terry, looked at him, and walked away. Nothing needed to be said. It was so vicious that the referee felt like it was against the rules of basketball for him to do such a thing to another human being. The only way it would have been better was if LeBron had been ejected from the game. The dunk was that good.
0. Jason Terry was pronounced “dead” on Wikipedia This one didn’t make the original countdown, but needs to be included in the article. This is a screenshot from Wikipedia the night that the dunk occurred.
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