What's New at Texas tech University? Football Gambling

     Well, now, how is Texas Tech Uni. doing these days, among all the ink being spent on its latest NCAA controversy/difficulty. Gambling: it's all about gambling, all the time. all of this is predictable: give formerly penniless children gobs of money without oversight or controls; allow gambling and its owners to advertise without limits; and provide unceasing availability of options, and voila! Suspicious betting on outcomes of America's favorite sport.

   So, we have a noted quarterback transfer to Texas Tech. He has been soought after for awhile. He signs; he gets $5 millions in endorsement cash; he's golden. He bets. He loses. He's banned. He wins in court. The NCAA appeals. Outcome uncertaain. Quarterback is iagnosed as a mental health case of addiction. NCAA is upset.

    Welcome to modern sports. What could go wrong? See FIFA. 

Iran and Its Foot Dragging and Continued Aggressive Acts

    So, the Mullahs like to keep busy; they like to be considered players on the international scene; they like the world to buy Iranian crude oil; they like to export terror; they like to harass Israel; they like to con the Oval Chump; they like to hold the Iranian people as hostage to their interpretation of the Koran; they like power and glory in this world vice any other: they are the MULLAHS.

    Boring. Same old, same old. Too bad for the average Iranian who waits for a missile to land on their house(s). When will it all end? When the mullahs are gone for good and the Republican Guards are gone with them. Then maybe peace will emerge across the desert sands of the Middle East and not before. 

How's the War Going, Chump?

    Which one: Russya v. Ukraine? Lebanon v. Israel? Or Israel v. Palestinian Terrorists? Or Iran v. USA? Or Israel v. Iran? Or USA v.Iranian Terrorists? Or Hezbollah v. Israel? Or Cuba v. USA? Or VeneZuela v. USA? 

     

California's Election Results

   The Oval Chump claims there is voter fraud going on in California-the results aren't in , yet. So, Chump puts out his usual drivel about voting irregularities. Does Newsom respond? NO, he's maybe learned better to keep silent in the face of an idiot's tantrum.

   So, we will now assume that the runoff in November will include Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer and not the Brit interloper, Steve Hilton, who has received Chump's endorsement. Who can believe this Carney Act? It seems to be a poorly written Hollywood drama/comedy.

     Oh, well. California is bleediing, thank you Dems and your taxes. The power to tax is the power to destroy. Let's not forget that, Sacramento. 

Becerra v. Hilton who will win? Bet on the politician not the Faux news Talkng head that has never had a "real" job. He only talked his way into this fake race for Sacramento housing. 

    David Cameron hardly gave himan endorsement; more like good riddance. 

Xi and Kim: Another Asian Lovefest

   Premier Xi of Beijing visited his neighbor in North Korea. It was a stunning experience: lots of mutual smiling and waving to massive crowds staaged for the meeting, the first in 7 long years. This demonstration of fealty would surely send a message beyond the Asian perimeter.

        The world wold see with its own eyes that Xi believes in Kim and thanks him for his support in economics and trade. North Korea has overcome sanctions, thanks to China. Despite being cutoff from energy sources, Noprth Korea has been able to keep its economy rolling along. Kim is grateful for Chinese support every step of the way.

Oh, joy. 

NBA Finals: Game 3 in the Books

      So, it was do or die for San Antonio and the New York Knicks knew it. If they could post a win  to make it 3-0, his team does not leave anything they would certainly win the Finals.  The Spurs were more acutely aware: they could not afford a loss here and then face the challenge of winning 4 in a row.

      So, the whole fandom of Gotham was also on board: a win now would almost surely bring the trophy back after 52 years. The seats were filled to overflowing, paacked with celebs,  and Central Park was also packed for a local watch meet up.

    Victor was ready, too. The 22 year old knew in his heart that this is why he loves the sport: the challenge of being the underdog(the one dog who submits to the 'big dog'). He has assumed the role of assistant coach(unofficially). He can be seen and heard to be encouraging his teammates, court side. His emotional commitment is obvious to this observer and many more. For his youthful age, he has stepped up to insist that  his team focus on the moment: ban all exterior influence, and forget about Travis and TayTay.

      During the back and forth, the lead changed multiple times. The referees had their hands full as the "let 'em play' mantra seemed to over ride their supervision. Fouls became more obvious as players struggled to control movements and attempts to out run defenses and blocking. In the second half, shirt pulling, arm grips, pushing and shoving became rampant.  Nobody wanted to give up an inch of court space, let alone a clear shot. 3-point plays reversed runs and staunched point bleeds.  Coaches became more vocal; refs strained to keep control.  Oh, an the Oval Chump was hiding in the crowd to add some drama queen spice.

       As the 4th quarter neared its end, play became even more desperate: the Knicks were behind, just behind-1,2, or 3 points, but the Spurs held on and held up to the pressure. Wemby didn't buckle, but shined. and now he has taken on the persona of 'Arch Villain' of Gotham. Good for you, Victor: a role you can handle with ease. These are New York City Knicks- a teaam accustomed to losing, like the Mets.

    New Yorkers are full of themselves; they think they are special. Another myth carried forward by media types who believe their own bullshit.  Did you see the new young mayor way up on the rafters? He couldn't possibly stay away.  Where was Woody Allen?  Hiding? Or Kate Capshaw? Former great Bill Bradley was there, close enough to catch a Knick in his lap!!!!

     The Spurs are now empowered and the Knicks have unleashed the genie. The Spurs victories will be sung abut for generations. Watch 'em. 

Game 3: San Antonio 115, NY Knicks 111 

Does California Need a Former Brit to Clean Up Sacramento

    So, we have a recently confirmed citizen running for governor in California. He wants to really shake up state politics. Not going to happen. Maybe the electorate knows that it's best to go with someone you know rather than an unknown, like Steve Hilton. He's a talking head, former advisor to the PM in London-David Cameron. He advised the PM on all types of subjects, sort of a Rasputin: comes out of nowhere and the next thing you know he's running 10 Downing Street.  This is the ancestral HQ of the UK, since 1735.

      OLd Steve must have had a long line of BS to arrive in this address. Now he wants to live even larger in California. But, Xavier Becerra will take over after November's runoff between himself and second place Tom Steyer, the billionaire. Old Hilton will have to go back to being a talking head on Fox, extolling the MAGA line of muck.