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QUOTE (IlliniKrush @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 11:53 AM) Depends what your expectations are. As I've said countless times, I don't expect Illinois to regularly compete for B10 titles right now. So, improving incrementally when you are at rock bottom is great. If they go 3-9, you think I'll be jacked up? I think the USMNT and soccer fans have higher expectations than just showing improvement or trying hard, having close losses and "never giving up" etc. Maybe I'm wrong. Illinois football has a better history of success than USMNT soccer. Incremental improvement and player development is all we have going with really no history of ever being successful.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 11:51 AM) Not sure if this is sarcasm but this has been pretty thoroughly debunked. Yes, sarcasm

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 11:48 AM) @suntimes_hoops: There are stories out there that are pushing the idea that Carmelo Anthony was somewhat put-off by Rose's low-key attitude last Tuesday... @suntimes_hoops: ... Noah and Taj even spoke to Anthony about how humble Rose is and that he just wants to win. Anthony seemed to get it. I've long said one reason I can't ever get too down on Rose is how much his teammates have gone to bat for him. It talks about the kind of character and team player he truly is. Seems like you will never hear a bad thing about him from our lockerroom and that really says something given all that went on the past couple of years. Heck, you saw just how emotional Noah was when it all happened. I think having someone like Noah on our team is extremely beneficial given how open and warm he is. I really do think Melo is coming here, unless there is a possibility for him and Lebron to get together in NY in a year, in which case, he'll stay put, get his money and team up with his boy a year from now. But I thought Rose didnt even talk to him or see him, right?

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 11:31 AM) I think no matter what we will be a preseason top 2 team in the east. I realize this is the east but lets not pretend we are some bottom dweller here. Add Lance and Mirotic (while getting creative) and call it a day. To go with Dougie McBuckets, that is a significantly better and deeper team then years past with significantly better offense. Eh, I am not ok with just trying. They need to make a free agent splash and they continually whiff.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 11:13 AM) What will everyone say when Melo ends up a Bull by EOD tomorrow. That I love him.

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 11:02 AM) Not at drafting. But not GM-ing. Great scouting.

QUOTE (IlliniKrush @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 09:56 AM) ...in a loss. Which was somehow celebrated. They won 1 of 4 games, and got absolutely dominated in their last game. If not for goaltending, that would have been a 7 spot as well. The whole "they tried hard!" mentality needs to go before US soccer can be a thing. Ok, then I dont want to see you jacked up about Illinois football improving incrementally.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 10:50 AM) Ugh, that trade sucks. Why is Forman so terrible at everything. It's a legit question.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 10:45 AM) They were already prepped to do this, but wanted long term extension from love. Perhaps they don't care now. I think they are banking on Lebron making him extend to win.

QUOTE (onedude @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 10:18 AM) It is down as a 3-6 month injury...It's been 3 months. I'm assuming as long as the healing and rehab went without a hitch around the 4-5 month mark should be good. So August in my mind is best case scenario. Depends if there is room for him to play. But I think thats realistic. The guy is attacking rehab, and not underestimate his leadership on this squad. he WANTS to be back.

QUOTE (chw42 @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 10:36 AM) If Cleveland gets Love, it'll come with the price tag of Wiggins. I think they would do that in a heartbeat

QUOTE (Buehrle>Wood @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 10:33 AM) Espn Cleveland reporting Love to Cleveland is extremely close now. Thats what they are thinking is going to happen. The best part is a friend of mine who is a Cavs fan said, now we have three all stars on the roster, dynasty. I said, what happened when you had TWO last year?

QUOTE (Dick Allen @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 10:22 AM) A NY writer said all the James to Cleveland hype is being generated by the Cavs to save face for losing him in 2010. I don't really buy that, but if it is true and it basically shames LeBron to come back, it's a genius move. Totally false, just bulls***ting at this point.

QUOTE (Jake @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 09:53 AM) It sounds a whole hell of a lot like CLE at least believes they are in it for LBJ. They're going to feel pretty down if it doesn't work out again They think they have him for sure. Unless something crazy happens they think its over and will be announced fairly quickly.

QUOTE (shysocks @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 08:51 AM) Good point. I'll still be mildly surprised if he plays again at all. Rick Hahn's exact quote was "Is it possible he returns to major league play this year? Yes, it is possible." That's pretty hedgy. Kinda sounds like something the media just ran with, full steam ahead. He's hedging. Garcia will be back but I think that sept timeline is more realistic.

QUOTE (Tex @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 08:43 AM) The house I am buying is not wired for a security system which we will be installing as one of the first projects. I've been researching wireless systems and thinking about integrating with other home technology both current and what seems to be coming over the next 3-5 years. Thoughts? Experiences? Yes! I use Frontpoint and couldnt be happier.

QUOTE (Tex @ Jul 9, 2014 -> 08:41 AM) My personal account is with DropBox, my work account uses Google Drive, I had signed up for an Evernote account years ago, HP included some Cloud storage offer with my then new computer. So now I have crap all over the place. I use Dropbox the most and it has become my default. I rarely store anything on my computer anymore it all goes to Dropbox. I use Drive for Work but also supplement with dropbox because I think its much easier to use.

QUOTE (Jake @ Jul 8, 2014 -> 07:09 PM) Went there for dinner one night. An hour and fifteen minutes after ordering, the server comes over and explains they just gave our order to a carry out customer. Would we like theirs? No. We wouldn't. Another hour later, we finally get our pizza and they give us a coupon for a free dessert. Since we wanted to get home before midnight, we didn't take them up on the free dessert. Man you still don't get it. Digiornos doesn't have restaurants.

QUOTE (Rowand44 @ Jul 8, 2014 -> 06:00 PM) Argentina almost tied Iran. I love it when you use logic.

QUOTE (bmags @ Jul 8, 2014 -> 05:30 PM) Eh, can't you let them have this? I know lots of people from cleveland, they are my favorite sports fans. Go to a browns game as a visiting fan and you'll change your mind.

Is it a rule that anyone with Lebron on their team turns into an insufferable fan? Cleveland fans are already claiming future dynasty.

QUOTE (Soxfest @ Jul 8, 2014 -> 04:55 PM) Beckham needs to go it just is not working out. It's not you it's him.

Julio Caesar on that 7th goal shows just how much they didnt care in the second half. He literally just let a goal in.

QUOTE (MexSoxFan#1 @ Jul 8, 2014 -> 04:54 PM) Never say never, Germany looks awesome but Argentina has the talent to give them a battle. How are they going to do that when they lose to the Netherlands?

QUOTE (Chisoxfn @ Jul 8, 2014 -> 04:48 PM) Me too. I freaking hate Brazil. This is fantastic. Arrogant ass team. Yep. I've got my ugly ass 98 Germany jersey on today and its fantastic.