The domination of the NBA on Twitter has been well documented. Everyone from Shaquille O’Neal to the NBA Store has an account and each have used twitter to further their brand while at the same time have managed to build a rapport with the fans. Players who may be end of the bench guys have taken this platform to put themselves out there. Let the fans see the person not the players and build a following that will possibly turn into previously nonexistent marketing opportunities.

Hooped Up has put together a great list for The All-Twitter First Team, and as a fan I can hardly complain. The other major sports are way behind in the Twitter game, but it sure would be cool to see some of these NBA people on twitter…

Michael Jordan
I don’t even care what he says. Just to get a glimpse into what goes on in the mind of someone who has achieved that level of greatness would be a treat.

Charles Barkley
For all his foot in mouth moments – when he speaks everyone wants to listen. It wouldn’t be much different on Twitter where I am sure he would instantly have more followers than most active players.

Gilbert Arenas
He may have left the blog world but twitter seems to be the perfect platform for him. His brand of keepin’ it real would give @dwighthoward, @the_real_shaq a run for their money.

Stan Van Gundy
If you have ever heard his post game press conferences or in game mike’d up segments you will agree with my sentiment. SVG – Dwight Howard twitter conversations need to happen ASAP

Latrell Sprewell
Haven’t heard much about him since he turned down that contract, but it would be nice to check in as to how he is keeping his family fed these days.

Lebron James
Touted as the next coming, he hasn’t embraced technology like the other athletes of his caliber. His current image isn’t very appealing to the fans and use of a service like Twitter could help.

Sam Mitchell
As a Raptor fan I miss getting my daily SMitch fix. His quick wit and dry sense of humor would instantly make him my favorite person to follow on Twitter.

Phil Jackson
His other half @Jeaniebuss is already on twitter but having the Zen Master spit knowledge on twitter would be the NBA equivalent of @RevRunWisdom

Dikembe Mutumbo
I want him on twitter not so much for what he has to say but that idea of then reading his tweets aloud in the Dikembe voice. Say it with me – “Who want’s to tweet with Mutumbo”

Stephen Jackson
Just so @stackmack could have her namesake on twitter and we become graced with the wisdom Mr. “I make love to pressure” Jackson has to offer.

Got any NBA personalities you want to see on Twitter? Throw them in the comments.
If you care to hear more from me, you can follow me on twitter @Nat77

Steve Nash – Soccer
This one was a no-brainer. His passion for the game has been well documented, and he happens to be quite crafty with his feet as seen in the video and head as displayed at All-Star weekend a few years ago.

Nate Robinson – High Jump
The NBA has a plethora of high flying acts but ‘lil Nate gets the spot. His added flair makes him the perfect candidate to succeed at an individual sport.

Ron Artest – Boxing
They guy may have his issues on the basketball court, but if there was one NBA player I would bet on in the ring it would be Ron Ron.

Rasheed Wallace – Football (QB)
That arm! Rasheed Wallace may have found his calling when he threw up a 3/4 court Hail Mary. Has the QB skills and the ability to switch it up with some blocks for his men.

Shaquille O’Neal – Diving
He may be trying out things like beach volleyball and football but his real talent is diving. He has mastered the landing with minimal damage and makes it look more graceful each time.

Didier Mbenga – Judo
The strongest man in the NBA? Mbenga is a Black belt in Judo and from the looks of it he was ready to try out some of his moves on Chris Mihm.

Monta Ellis – Motocross
He may have been riding a moped, but the injuries he incurred lead me to believe he must have been trying some fancy tricks on that bad boy.

Vladimir Radmanovich – Snowboarding
He sure thought he was a pro when he decided to hit the slopes. Unfortunately it turns out he needs more practice.

TJ Ford – Track
His last name is sure giveaway for the Hemi engine that seems to power him. End to End there may not be a faster guy in the NBA. Or is there?

Jordan Farmar – Poker
He is new to the game and may not have a poker face yet but he had a great showing at the 2009 WSOP. Wouldn’t advise him to quit his day job, but it may be in the cards for the future.

Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow…
Allen Iverson: All star weekend is usually about everything but the game and this year was no different. All-Star regular, Iverson showed up in the team locker room rocking a new do. Gone were the braids that had become his trademark, and were replaced by a fresh buzz with a #2 blade. It was a long overdue change but one that had everyone doing a double take.

Random Acts of Shaqness
Shaquille O’Neal: Shaq has a larger than life personality and it took on a whole new form this season with the help of twitter and a group of masked men. During the all-star game, the Big Shaqtus stole the show as he joined dance group Jabbawokeez in a choreographed routine to introduce the players. (Video) It didn’t stop there as Shaq ventured into the Twitterverse and starting connecting with fans, having them go on Shaq hunts around different cities. One of my favorite stories of an Act of Shaqness came from two guys who met him at a diner.

Lights, Camera, Action!
Lebron James & Shaquille O’Neal: They may be teammates now but last season they had a rather unique duel going on. Who can put together the best pre-game intro’s. Pre-Game rituals have been a part of the game for a while – the dancing in a circle & the chest bumps but Lebron and Shaq took it to another level. Family Photos, Bowling pins, I can only imagine the creativity next season as they will star in the same intro.

Revenge on the Rookie
Jason Thompson: Rookie hazing is pretty common in the NBA, and most rookies get subjected to some level of humiliation during the season. Enter Jason Thompson of the Sacramento Kings, who one day forgot to come through on his rookie duties and well he paid for it. (Video) My favorite part – “Well now you have something to snack on while you driving”

Baby Mama Drama
Chris Bosh: This is one guy who worked hard to create an image. He was the geek, who made a video to gain some votes for a popularity contest. He embraced technology and when he went on twitter and sent out some subliminal messages no one blinked. Late last season that image was marred with the news that he was a “deadbeat” dad. While stories of this nature come out all the time in pro sports, it was a shocker to see who was linked to it this time.

Animal Instincts
Kevin Garnett: Kevin Garnett is a beast. When he steps on the floor, its with a take no prisoners attitude. His competitive edge is great attribute to have but at times last season we saw him go out of control. I for one was pretty disgusted…
Kevin Garnett Barks at Bayless (Video)- Kevin Garnett Gorilla Defense on Calderon (Video)

Tattoo-gate
Marcin Gortat: When speaking fo the Orlando Magic, Gortat is a role player who just happens to have given himself one of the coolest nicknames in the NBA. During the playoffs last season, the “Polish Hammer” got a call from the people at Reebok (who happen to provide him with his shoes) asking him to cover up the Jordan tattoo at the back of his leg. Gortat’s response was a classic – “I don’t think they are paying me enough to take it off.” He never did listen and so along with his new contract came a new shoe deal- this time from Nike.

I Salute You
Nate Robinson: With all the talk about young players throwing up signs during games, Nate Robinson threw up one of his own early in January. It was a salute to his online gamer friends to prove that it was really him playing them. (Photo)

Faux-Hawk Phenomenon
A bunch of players: I can’t recall who the pioneer was, but the Mohawk trend began spreading like wildfire through the NBA last season. Who rocked it best? Greg Oden. He had it right while others look like they just ran off the barber’s chair before he could finish up the job (see: Amare Stoudamire) Really though… it’s not a good look. Come next season I hope the trend has gone to die following the path of grown men wearing pantyhose under their shorts.

Hibachi Gone Cold
Gilbert Arenas: While Arenas wasn’t producing much on the court he was still entertaining his fans over at his blog. It became a place where fans went to embrace his persona and bash it at times, but it kept him relevant through his time away from the court. Just as the season kicked off, he told the press he was shutting down- there was talk about blogging being like a double edged sword and so on but it seems he had bigger plans in store. A book! Score Like Agent Zero – by Gilbert Arenas will be hitting bookstores in Feb 2010 (Via Gilbertology)

Allen Iverson: The fact that he is still looking for a home is unreal to me. He may carry baggage, but this guy can still ball. He still has to get used to the idea of playing second or third fiddle but I do believe he can help about 80% of the teams in the league. At a price of approx. $2-4 million a year, he should be able to find a home soon and begin the process of proving the doubters wrong.

Joe Smith: At 34, we may be seeing the decline of Smith as his knee pads get larger than Hakeem’s.  Still, he can rebound, give you some scoring in the post and that short jumper while being sound on the defensive end. A good team player, he would be a good fit on a championship-contending team. Smith had a good run with the Cavaliers and I wouldn’t be surprised to see him re-up there soon.

Jason Williams: Can’t fault the guy for choosing to retire after signing a contract with the Clippers but coming out of retirement, when teams are saving up for 2010, may not have been the wisest choice for this once dynamic point guard. The Knicks took a look but turned away and he may not find the deal he wants but there are teams who could use his veteran presence along with that streaky shooting ability.

Jerry Stackhouse: Age and Injuries remain in play when considering adding a player like Stackhouse to a roster. If he is healthy, he is a swingman who can provide some scoring off the bench and provide leadership in the locker room. Maybe Phoenix? That way he can use the trainer who extended Grant Hill’s career by about 5 years…

Ronald “Flip” Murray: This guy has taken a lot of heat and walked around with an overrated tag on his back. Last season, he finally got comfortable in his role off the bench for the Hawks and proved to be a solid contributor. Just as it looked like he had found a home, the Hawks signed Crawford making Murray expendable. He may not work for every team but there is still demand for players like him out there.

Bruce Bowen: Bowen doesn’t have the same quickness but he is a smart player who can give a contending team solid minutes off the bench. He can still shoot that corner 3 with his eyes closed and there are always teams that could use that. With age and everything he has already accomplished, if Bowen doesn’t land with a contender he most likely will bow away from the game and possibly return to the bench in another capacity int he future.

Ime Udoka: For a guy who was being molded into the future Bruce Bowen, things came apart in a hurry for Udoka. He provides solid perimeter defense, a decent 3 point shot and a winning mentality. He has learn’t from one of the best and could be a very valuable player on a playoff roster. He needs to find the right fit but right now it seems he is more concerned about the right $$ on the paperwork.

Luther Head: He can shoot and that in itself should get him a job sooner rather than later. Head is not a pure PG and the fact that he was waived by the Rocket’s before his rookie contract was up may raise a red flag for possible suitors. He is a decent defender, undersized to guard other SG’s in the league but has amassed a ton of experience in his young career. He could be had on the cheap and fit in well into a teams rotation.

Desmond Mason: Mason has fallen off in the last couple of seasons and seems to be the odd man out in the youthful OKC lineup. The one time high flyer has lost a step and his offensive game is on the decline. However, he still rebounds fairly well for his position and shows up on the defensive end.  He could prove to be a serviceable guy coming off the bench for 10-15 minutes a night but there are still questions of age and injuries.

Anthony Carter: The Nuggets need to find a way to get this guy back. He may be old and struggle to appear on the scoring sheet, he is comfortable on a team that has been fairly successful over the past few seasons. If Denver passes on him he may be waiting around for a while before another team comes calling.

Others that could have cracked the top 10… Stephon Marbury, Juwan Howard, Malik Rose, Wally Szczerbiak, Rashad McCants, Rodney Carney, Brian Skinner, Stromile Swift, Kwame Brown, Fred Jones, Damon Jones, Gerald Green, Kareem Rush, Brevin Knight, Juan Dixon, Tyronne Lue, Joey Graham, Keith Bogans, Mikki Moore.

In the last segment I covered players who had increased their value during the post season but the reality is every team is feeling the hurt of the economy. In Miami you could catch a game with a friend for $20. At the same time, that $20 would only manage to buy you parking in Toronto to see the Raptors play. If teams were willing to go over the luxury tax they may be thinking twice about that now. With the salary cap yet to be set, I don’t see too many teams handing out max deals and if they are in the position to they might wanna hold off  ’til 2010.

I chose to go with the big ticket players to put it into perspective even though some of them are nearing the end of the careers. Inflated contracts, bad knees, or simply age has put them on here but it is what is is and the players on the list are going to be affected the most.

Stephon Marbury – $18.6 million in 2008 – I truly believe that this guy got shafted – Bad timing, bad situation but some of its on him all leading him into being a casualty of the system. He is way past his prime and will be lucky if a team threw out MLE money at him but when you been raking in the millions sitting on your couch, it can’t be all that bad.

Jason Kidd – $21.37 million in 2008 – A Guaranteed Hall of Famer with some off the court blemishes, Kidd is running on fumes. Dallas took a gamble on him trying to win now and I would be shocked to see any team give him contract longer than 3 years and it would probably total the salary he made this past season.

Allen Iverson – $22 million in 2008 – A new team, a new look. Iverson had his most disappointing season, riddled with injuries and a situation where he wasn’t comfortable. Another future HoF’er who isn’t quite ready for his new role, nor is he ready to slow it down. Teams will want him but probably for 2 years, I would love to see him do a full circle and reunite with Larry Brown.

Wally Szczerbiak – $13 million in 2008 – Wally sure didn’t help his value in the playoffs. His contract was way too inflated and spent the last few years being used in trades for salary cap space. He has one thing going for him, he can shoot and every team needs one of those just not at $13 million a year. He will find a team or stick with the Cav’s but his bi-monthly paycheck will likely be half of what he is used to.

Mike Bibby – $15.2 million in 2008 – It worked out well for Atlanta making it to the playoffs for 2 straight years and I wouldn’t be surprised if they re-signed Bibby but he is not a $10+ million player anymore. He would be a good veteran for them and with most teams keeping their wallets shut this off season he may not have too many options going forward

Shawn Marion – $17.2 million in 2008 – He wanted to be the man and once he left Phoenix he was exposed for all his weaknesses. He cheats on D, tries too hard for the big plays and is pretty weak in the half court sets. He can still jump out the arena and is an above average rebounder for his position but I don’t see him getting more than $8 million a year from any team.. we are in a recession after all.

Rasheed Wallace – $13.7 million in 2008 – Talks about walking away from the game are premature. There will be the teams that wouldn’t touch him with a 10 foot pole but that has nothing to do with basketball. He may not see offers in the double digits but I think there are teams that could use his services at 7-8 million and he should command more than Marion just on defense alone.

Malik Rose – $7.65 million in 2008 – I had to look back at the history on this one. Career Averages of 6ppg to go along with 4rb’s earned him this fat contract? He has been in the league 12 years but I think we will see him back next year warming some bench and being the veteran voice the locker room, but there is no way he is making more than $2 million a year to do that.

Rasho Nesterovic- $8.4 million in 2008 – A serviceable backup center, that’s about all he is now and won’t command much attention in terms of sought after free agents. I wouldn’t be surprised if he takes a lot less to go play for a contender again – San Antonio anyone? There have been rumblings of him returning to the Raptors and I love the idea but only for the right price. Let’s NBA!

Andre Miller – $10 million in 2008 -It got ugly towards the end in Philly even though the team has enjoyed some level of success since he joined them. His averages are still good and he has stayed relatively healthy and will be high on the list of teams like Miami but they are worried about 2010 and may not have the $$ he wants to see on the offer sheet.

Players who missed the cut but will feel the pain nonetheless: Lamar Odom, Drew Gooden, Chris Wilcox, Jason Collins, Stromile Swift

We may have seen the last of them on the court: Juwan Howard, Antoine Walker, Steve Francis, Raef LaFrentz, Adonal Foyle

Over the past 3 days I have gone on a rampage with lists that covered blogs, tweeps, movies and books but as game time nears I am  going back to the hardwood. Today’s lists will look at two category of players – Those whose value is on the up and up and another that covers players who will be settling for pay cuts next season.

Player Options,  Free Agents, Role Players, All-Stars or just a guy vying for playing time. These 10 players have upped their value and let their game do the talking for them.

Trevor Ariza A 5 year career of being a 30% shooter from behind the arc, Ariza has added that weapon to his game since joining the Lakers. He is now a viable option on offense to complement his athletic and defensive abilities. After his playoff performance you can bet the Lakers will do everything to keep him in LA LA Land next year and beyond.

Hedo Turkoglu He has a player option for next year and its unlikely he will pick it up. He may pull the occasional disappearing act during the game and take some bone headed shots, but when the game is on the line he is the guy whose hands you want to have the ball in. He has bounced around the league but has finally been utilized well in Orlando giving him the chance to show off his range on the floor. Going into this off-season he will probably garner the most interest and nab the best contract going forward.

Ben Gordon He wanted more money… took a 1 year deal… recession hit… but he kept playing. Regarded as a streaky shooter, when he is on he is unstoppable. He is a SG but can’t defend others playing his position, yet averaging 24ppg against the mighty Celtics showed that he is still going to be one of the more sought after free agents this summer.

Rajon Rondo Averaging a near triple double in this years playoffs surely added an extra few million on his next contract. He took a lot of heat on the interwebs from fans of other teams, but this guy can flat out ball! He has to get more consistent with the jump shot, other than that he should be regarded as a top 10 PG in the league for years to come.

J.R Smith You may question his attitude but you can’t question his ability. He averaged nearly 15ppg and managed to play solid defense on Kobe in the Conf. finals. Rough around the edges, he surely has managed a MLE contract at the least from a team looking for an athletic shooter (I could name about 20 who need one of those!)

Marcin Gortat Polish Hammer has struck the NBA and he is only going to get better from here. Playing behind Dwight, Gortat has slowly developed into a very serviceable center , managing to hold his own when getting playing time due to Dwight’s penchant to foul out as of late. For $700 grand he is a steal and is sure to get a major pay raise this summer.

Mickael Pietrus Orlando got a deal and Golden State could have used him as he has developed into a solid 2/3 guy. He is athletic, can hit the 3 ball and slash to the rim making him versatile on the offensive end. There is room to grow on both ends but he can be relied on to play man defense on some of the best in the league. Above all else its about #frenchrevolution!

Jose Barea Playing behind Jason Kidd can’t be easy but Barea stepped up this post season and gave his team a different look. He was great in the first series and not so in the 2nd, overall he is showing signs of becoming a solid contributor to the team that is going to be figuring out their PG situation this off-season.

Luis Scola They were dropping like flies in Texas but Scola was the constant – He brings it every night. You wouldn’t call him athletic, or a force but he has high basketball IQ and does all the little things right. He upped his averages in almost every cat across the board this year and is a perfect role player for a team in need of a guy who does what he is told without having the spotlight on him to make him shine.

Glen Davis Big Baby with the Big Shot! He upped his averages in almost every category through the playoffs and came through for the C’s when they went into the post season sans Garnett. He is still a fouling machine but that will sort itself out as he matures and understands his limits within the game.

I love to read and but there is just never enough time to read all the books I want to. Over the years I have tried to read as many basketball books that I have stumbled upon or have been recommended to me and I can’t get enough! I like the biographies but sometimes they feel too forced, I love the fiction works that lead me to feel that I have interacted with the characters on the court but most of all, I love the books that cover the business of the game, the relationships between player & coaches and the life of these men outside the confines of a 94′ hardwood floor.

Seven Seconds or Less (Jack McCullum): A year behind the bench of the “Run ‘n Gun” Phoenix Suns – If you didn’t love them already you will after you read this.

The Macrophenomenal Pro Basketball Almanac (FreeDarko) A game changer when it comes to sports books – A true almanac for the basketball fan supported by phenomenal illustrations

The Breaks of the Game (David Halberstam): The first basketball book I ever read and I keep going back to it. Its about the ’79 Blazers but its more than just basketball… its about the life that comes with

The Last Season (Phil Jackson): Coming from someone who has managed the ego’s of some of the best to ever play the game this book is filled with wit and wisdom.

The Inside Game (Wayne Embry): I was hesitant to read this at first but came out pleasantly surprised  – 40 years of experience in an NBA front office…Imagine the stories!

The Last Shot (Darcy Frey): On Coney Island – Basketball is Life. A heart wrenching non-fiction book about a group of high school basketball players… Oh yeah, Stephon Marbury was one of them.

Taking Shots (Keith Glass): A different perspective, looking at the league through the eyes of an agent its full of sarcasm and it has a foreword by Tony Kornheiser which makes it ohh so much better.

When Nothing Else Matters (Michael Leahy): An account of Jordan’s final years playing for the Wizards and my favorite of all the books written about him.

Season on the Brink (John Feinstein): Indiana- Synonymous with Basketball & Bob Knight, Feinstein spent year amongst both, giving a graphic account of college ball and the drama that surrounds it.

Can I Keep My Jersey? (Paul Shirley): From Baller to Blogger to Buthor, Paul Shirley may remembered more for this funny, honest biography than his jump shot.

Honorable Mentions: Heaven Is a Playground, Shaq Talks Back, Keepin’ It Real, Foul Lines, The Fab Five: Basketball Trash Talk the American Dream

Any recommendations for other good reads would be much appreciated

Hoosiers
If you are a fan of the game and haven’t watched this movie you should stop reading this list! If you never understood all the hype about basketball in Indiana this movie answers that too

He Got Game
Two words: Denzel Washington – Another two words: Jesus Shuttlesworth. ’nuff said! Every time i hate Ray Allen on the court iI think back to this movie and get through the game

Love and Basketball
It sounds like a chick flick… you may think it was a chick flick but I thought it was awesome! Fav line in the movie: “Who you going to prom with? SPALDING??”

Above the Rim
Tupac, some great cinematography and a dramatic ending – One of Spike Lee’s better works. I dare you to try and hold back the tears

Coach Carter
Feel good, Inspirational and the Samuel L Jackson factor bumped it up about 2 spots on my list. This is also one of the more realistic representations of high school basketball

White Men Can’t Jump
Even with Rosie Perez’s voice, bad 80′s wardrobe “It’s hard god damn work” not to like this movie. The cast makes this movie an instant comedy classic

The Air Up There
Kevin Bacon, freshly footloose, heads to Africa to scout the talent in order to save his job – funny stuff ensues!

Blue Chips
I had to put one of the totally cheesy movies on here and this one made the cut! Space Jam could easily be swapped out for this one both brng a similar level of entertainment

Glory Road
Based on a true story about the first college to field an all black team and aside from the acting this movie has it all

Hoop Dreams
The only Documentary on the list and even though the two guys never made it to the NBA this movie brings out all sorts of emotions.

Honorable Mentions
Forget Paris, Basketball Diaries, The Pistol, Gunnin’ for that #1 Spot, Through the Fire

If you are a fan of the game I am sure your RSS reader is locked and loaded with the main blogs like True Hoop, Ball Don’t Lie and Fanhouse but there are some that you may not have heard of and you are missing out. The following is a list of some of my hidden gems (they may not be so hidden but I like the way that sounds … Okay?? Thanks!)

Talk Hoops Zach has been mentioned here before for his game recaps. The regular season is over but he keeps rolling out some great posts. Check out his most recent post pondering upcoming NBA retirements

Both Teams Played Hard Jared would take Bird over Magic every time,  he would donate both kidneys to Chris Paul and his daily “All the News, Fit to Six” post is one of my favorites

A Stern Warning He may not reside on this continent, but that hasn’t stopped Mookie from waking up at odd hours to catch games. He blogs about things old and new- Read his take on NBA age limits

The Hoop Doctors The site is filled with videos, humor and news from around the league all written by writers who get the title of Dr! Check out one of their latest on the Lebron /Kobe puppetry

NBA Musings Michelle is a hardcore Celtics fan, she loves Craig Sager’s suits & even though her team went fishing a couple weeks back she keeps bringing the hilarity – Nuggets going fishin’

The 5th Corner Probably the most intensive blog I have seen dedicated to a single university, a Tar Heels blog that follows players right through to the majors with a  “Heels in the League” feature.

The Baseline A Sporting News blog, Pulitzer writing, run by some of the best in the biz giving you their take on the association – Check out Shoals’s take on “Is Varejao a Sign of Whats to Come?”

DinoNation Blog A fellow Raptor fan, James interviews Bloggers, beat writers and other NBA personalities. He recently did a great entry called Round Ball Review- Puppets Suck Edition

NESW Sports They say a picture says a thousand words but here we have Video evidence! One of the best sports video sites, Ethan updates it multiple times a day with great finds like this

NBA Noise Stu is a Trailblazers fan (and what a great time it is to be one) he covers the league and is running a 40 Posts in 40 Nights feature through the playoffs.

@russbengtson Pure JOKES… He can make a snooze fest 30 point blowout feel like the game of the week.

@stackmack of SLAM fame, Holly has a weakness for Lamar Odom and was sad to see Lebron gone fishin’.

@courtside The second lady on my list, she blogs over at NBA’s Finest and loves herself some JR Smith!

@thenolookpass Rey, a Laker fan blogs at The No Look Pass. When not talkin ball you may see him tweeting ’bout karaoke nights

@the_tigercub The third lady on my list and she knows her ball. Kat has recently started a blog called Foot on the Line

@adamcbest Adam is the senior editor over at Fansided and thinks the Lakers are going to win it all.

@HPbasketball Bringing you play by play for the times when you can’t get near a tv. (blog: Hardwood Paroxysm)

@ticktock6 Sarah likes to pre-drink before tip-off and brings the entertainment all game long (blogs at Hornets Hype with @mW_ )

@docfunk The man with the one liners… sad that I only recently found him on twitter.

@ArashMarkazi Having credentials from SI, he is at the games giving you the as-not-seen-on-TV goodness