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The tension is building dramatically, just like the NBA knows how to do it: A week before the deadline, on February 8th, the Clippers announced the Blake Griffin trade to the Pistons. Let’s be reminded that just few months ago, Griffin himself signed a 5-year contract for $175 million with the Clippers, right after the Heart*Pulse of this team, Chris Paul, was traded to Houston. One thing for sure: we can sense that the Core of the Clippers is transforming: A New Seed is Born! I am now c...
Imagine a gathering of 20,000 people, all coming together to celebrate their hero, Kobe Bryant, leaving the Lakers. They see both his jerseys, No. 8 & 24 hanging on the dais for display. This outstanding production was one of the best shows of teamwork, just like the Lakers Family knows how to do it. The atmosphere in Staples Center was intimate. The Spirit of Love & Gratitude was to the fullness & we were continually surrounded by High Appreciation. The Lakers shared many of their unique...
(EDITOR'S NOTE; While UCLA DIDN'T QUALIFY FOR THE NCAA TOURMANT THIS SEASON WE OFFER A HEARTWARMING STORY TODAY ABOUT A FORMER BRUIN STAR) By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist This is a story of a remarkable soul, Raymond Townsend, the first Filipino-American to play in the NBA and the legendary John Wooden's last recruit before retiring. For me it's inspiring to see how a retired NBA player merges into their life after the playing career. How are all those skills transformed to leadership? Raymond,...
The best show in town was Sunday at Staples Center when the unbeatable Golden State Warriors lost to our Lakers, who have the worst record in the Western Division, 102-95. The Lakers led all the way and viewers on national television must have been wondering how this could happen. My answer is mind over matter. Their spirit was so strong that it overcame the gap between the teams. It was a joy to see Laker fans who have suffered through a difficult season remain loyal with their cheers. Even...
As an Israeli citizen we unfortunately face a loss of loved ones on a regular basis. In my last visit to my country I experienced it personally when my precious 19-year-old cousin was stabbed in his kidney and carotid artery and died a few hours later. The grief, darkness and rage that controls your mind and spirit is unspeakable. In time it doesn't heal. The wound is still open. Hearing the phenomenal mindful words of Coach Monte Williams about the unexpected loss of his wife in an automobile...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist Lamar – mi amore On days like this with Lamar fighting for his health and the media unfortunately continues to apply its destructive forces, I wanted to show from a more constructive perspective what a special personality and delicate soul resides within Lamar Odom and to try to understand the bigger picture behind the painful life experience that Lamar is going through these days. The first interview I've ever watched with Lamar was conducted by Ralph Lawler, an...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist The Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers are rival teams who've been struggling for respect over the past decades. And yet, one of those teams is in the NBA finals. I had to ask myself amidst this energy-charged playoff season, what was the key component that allowed the Warriors to beat the Rockets and proceed to finals, but forced the Clippers to fall short? Maybe it's naive to keep asking why the Clippers didn't win the conference semi-finals. Basket...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist In these hot playoff days after 82 games this season it became time for the best eight teams in the Western Conference to compete. Four are left. So which team will win? Not a simple question which has been discussed extensively. Early this season it was clear the battle would be tough because this year there are some truly excellent teams in the conference and for we basketball lovers... this is a real treat to watch - a pure pleasure. So the first round ended...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist David Blatt was born on May 22, 1959. He grew up in the town of Framingham, Boston, Completed a degree in English literature at Princeton University. During his studies he played as a guard under legendary coach Pete Carril. Blatt had great success as coach of Maccabi Tel Aviv Israel and won the Euro Cup League five times. Blatt was also the coach of the Russian national team in the years 2006-2012 and led it to its first and historic European championship. His...
Imagine we could travel back and forth in time and zoom in on the last three years for the Clippers: To refresh your memory, up until the 2011-12 season the Clippers were a team that for years struggled at the margins/bottom of the league, and didn’t pose a real threat on other teams Then there was a turning point – under the maestro’s wand of their coach, Vinny del Negro, the team made it to the playoffs and it seemed like the Clippers has broken the cycle of defeat. Perhaps a new force emerg...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist As a professional volleyball player in my younger years I have a special affinity to that sport. As an Israeli woman I was obligated to serve in the army for two years which unfortunately ended my indoor volleyball career. But as we know, everything happens for a good reason. That was the trigger that started my beach volleyball days. Kerri Walsh Jennings is the best beach volleyball player in the world. She's won three Olympic gold medals representing the...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist Many words were written about the stab in the back that the Clippers got from their owner, and many more words on the subject will follow… on my end, I'd like to add one word - I am ASHAMED. I'm so ashamed that right on holocaust remembrance day, while i'm lighting a memorial candle for the innocent souls of six million jews, my people, who were slaughtered with cruelty due to extreme racism, a jewish man would allow himself to express himself so disgracefully t...
By Bosmat Eynav Observer Columnist Clippers and the Warriors - two young teams that long to make history and bring championship to their club and fans After decades at the bottom of the league and not being a real threat, this year a big change is happening. In the first game we saw how the high pressure to win was paralyzing a number of Clippers players, and prevented the team from flowing freely and playing as naturally and joyfully as they know and can. The desire of both teams to make the ch...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist Once the flame begins to catch, Steve Blake will blow it higher. Every player on the team is subjected to two opposing forces: Negative Force: drives the player to detach from the team Positive Force: bonds and connects the player to the team In my opinion Steve Blake is the player who contributes most significantly to the group's bonding force on the court. Sadly, it seems like the Lakers have given up the strongest positive force on the team, the BG bond that...
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist Matt Barnes is one of the strongest defensive players in the NBA, excelling through his entire career with his determination, efficiency, his blocking abilities, mental resilience and mostly by how much he cares about his friends. With his strong will, he is there for them at any cost. The Clippers' forward from UCLA will be there for his team members even when he has to sacrifice himself, his money and his time in the game. He's truly extraordinary....
By Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist Much has been said in the past two weeks about a certain controversial step taken by 'Doc' - the Los Angeles Clippers coach. To remind you, when the Clippers are playing on their home court at Staples Center he went ahead and replaced all the Lakers' banners with photographs of his team. This clear and obvious move does not justify the media's strong responses. The way I see it, it's like a father's intention to make his son believe in himself... that's how Doc c...
Stillwater Runs Deep Movement In Water Runs Deeper Sports Columnist Let’s take a deeper look at the health and well being of our NBA players. The fact that Bryant, Gasol, Nash, Blake, World Peace and Hill were injured before the playoffs began raised a red flag to me. This is not about age. Consider that Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett, Manu Ginobili and Tony Parker are all beyond 30 were major contributors in the playoffs. It’s all about being mindful and using the best methods to prevent inj...
Sports Columnist Five years ago a vision and insight awakened in Coach Mika's mind. Slowly, with trepidation, and humility, he slowly built the routine and practice of the game in Ocean Park, Venice Beach. He attracted players from Pepperdine, Santa Monica College, Harvard and Stanford. This was all possible thanks to his determination to sustain old school techniques which were established in the 1980's and 1990's, back in the days when the whole world knew the center of international beach vol...
Sports Columnist These days, while the entire city is busy with concern over the causes and consequences of Kobe Bryant's injury and his torn Achilles (which tore the hearts of his fans), I wonder over one question--- What are the real priorities that this organization operates from? Could it really be that the decision makers of the Lakers put more importance on financial gain than on the well-being of their players? It is a known fact that accidents don't just happen. Accidents and...
Sports Columnist The Clippers have shown the world the power derived from unity and where it can lead when the spirit of acceptance, trust and beneficence takes hold. These qualities lend themselves to a breathtaking dynamic. That for me, is what is called being in the flow. They are well on their way to the playoffs and the joy they emanate on the home court injects the global audience into their vortex. Interestingly, in the last few games away from home, we haven’t seen this flow. It looks l...
(EDITORfS NOTE:) Tributes to Jerry Buss in the last week have focused on his vision in bringing a brand of basketball that made the Lakers and the NBA popular all over the world. An example of this is provided here by Observer sports columnist Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist Picture this: a remote desert town in Southern Israel, home to 20,000 people; three banks, one high school, one cinema, one market, one pub and me. Everyone knows your business and every untoward step you take is reported...
(EDITOR’S NOTE:) Tributes to Jerry Buss in the last week have focused on his vision in bringing a brand of basketball that made the Lakers and the NBA popular all over the world. An example of this is provided here by Observer sports columnist Bosmat Eynav Sports Columnist Picture this: a remote desert town in Southern Israel, home to 20,000 people; three banks, one high school, one cinema, one market, one pub and me. Everyone knows your business and every untoward step you take is reported d...
