Athletes In Wax

Cristiano Ronaldo attended the unveiling of his wax figure at Madrid’s Museo De Cera museum on Saturday. And since there’s nothing more awkward then someone standing next to their own wax figure, here’s a whole gallery of such pics.

Punters and Speedos

Michigan State punter Mike Sadler likes his Speedos and offered to wear one if defensive coordinator Pat Narduzzi wins the Broyles Award (given to CFB’s best assistant). Sadler still has a while to go before he matches the Speedo brilliance of fellow punter Zoltan Mesko.

Important Pro Bowl News

Did you know each NFL team sends one cheerleader to the Pro Bowl? Here are this year’s selections.

Lovely Lady Roundup

I saw Spring Breakers over the weekend. I did not enjoy it. It was overly artsy and hard to follow. But I do think Ashley Benson deserves some props … UK model Rosie Jones has a new calendar out – and it’s spectacular … Happy 36th birthday, Emmanuelle Chriqui.

Welcome to Chess Boxing

Yes, this is a real thing, and it’s happening in Russia.

15 Years Ago This Week

In the Dec. 7, 1998 issue of SI, Tom Verducci discussed baseball’s record-breaking free agent spending spree and proclaimed Anaheim’s pickup of Mo Vaughn as the best signing. Whoops.

“Mo Vaughn, Anaheim Angels ($13.3 million per year for six years). Think G.I. Joe, an action figure with leadership ability and a proven track record. Now Anaheim can trade centerfielder Jim Edmonds for pitching help and face September, its annual Waterloo, with confidence. Vaughn and the Angels are the only free-agent fit thus far that can turn a contender into a winner.”

Drew Bledsoe Got Robbed

No, I’m not talking about how Bill Belichick didn’t give Drew Bledsoe his starting job back when he returned from injury in the 2001 season. Bledsoe was actually robbed while he was at a dinner for a kid’s event in his home state of Washington.

The World’s Most Overpaid Actors

Congrats to Adam Sandler for earning the No. 1 slot in this year’s list.

Odds and Ends

SI.com’s Stewart Mandel has his annual college football bowl rankings … Johnny Manziel dined at Hooters … This blog has excellent taste in historic sports pics … There is a Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show Drinking Game. Here’s how to play … Joe Smith was asked about Kobe Bryant‘s return and the former No. 1 draft pick thinks Kobe will be great again. Also, Joe Smith is still alive … A disabled former pro wrestler earned a lifetime Wal-Mart ban for taking advantage of the store’s price-matching policy … Pitcher Jonathan Papelbon loves getting in the holiday spirit.

Locker Room Celebration Of The Day

The Rice football team goes crazy after getting its official Liberty Bowl invite.

Christmas Song Of The Day

The Ottawa 67′s present their Christmas Mashup.

U.S Women’s Ski Team Sing-Along

The squad hits the slopes and lip-syncs a medley of Katy Perry hits.

Obstructed View

panthers

In November, Forbes valued the Florida Panthers franchise at $240 million. They may need to dip into those funds for better replacement glass panes. During the third period of Tuesday’s game against Detroit, center Nick Bjugstad shattered the glass behind the net with an errant shot. When the arena crew came to install a new pane of glass, the protective paper covering wouldn’t come off and they were forced to leave it up for the remainder of the game.

Two Michael Jordan Tributes

A University of Toledo medical school student used his beard to pay homage to Michael Jordan. Unfortunately, he has a while to go before he catches up with this fan’s ridiculous back tribute to His Airness.

Models in Lingerie > Super Bowl Victory

This is Bill Cowher at the end of Super Bowl XL, smiling after leading the Steelers to a championship after 14 years as head coach. This is Cowher at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, looking roughly 10 times happier than he did in the previous photo (or any other time in his life, for that matter).

Lovely Lady Of The Day

I received this great Holiday greeting from SI Swimsuit model (and Hot Clicks fave) Genevieve Morton and decided to make her today’s LLOD.

Get These Two a Room

The official Twitter accounts of the Blazers and Suns had a flirt-fest last night.

Introducing the McDantzler

Watts Dantzler had one of the best tweets of 2013 when he bravely battled a tornado with an American flag and rifle. The offensive lineman from Georgia may have outdone himself with this homemade McDonalds concoction, which he dubbed “The McDantzler.” It consists of double cheese burgers, meat from a mcchicken, fries, Ranch and buffalo sauce.

This Was Weird

When we last heard from Shawne Merriman, he was at WWE’s Performance Center trying his hand at professional wrestling. On Tuesday, the former Chargers linebacker had one of the strangest live TV moments of the year when he walked out during the middle of an interview with ESPN’s Dan LeBatard and Bomani Jones.

SI Vault Photo Of The Day

Vince Young :: Robert Beck/SI

As Texas football fans face an uncertain future, we look back to the 2006 Rose Bowl when Vince Young led the Longhorns to a national championship with this eight-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter. Young threw for 267 yards, ran for 200 more and accounted for three touchdowns as the Longhorns stunned USC 41-38 to win the 2005 national title. For more classic athlete pics, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow me on Twitter as well as SI’s Extra Mustard.

Odds and Ends

The 40 best fan signs of 2013 … Texas receiver Andre Johnson held his 7th annual toy giveaway in which 12 needy kids get 80 seconds to get whatever they want at a Toys “R” Us store … Justin Timberlake and Paul George played HORSE after last night’s Heat-Pacers game … New Nationals manager Matt Williams will take a page from the Red Sox book and rely on “big hairy guys” for victories.

Whoops!

Awful Announcing has compiled the Top 13 broadcasting bloopers of 2013, including that time Blackhawks reporter Susannah Collins said the Blackhawks had a “tremendous amount of sex.”

We’re Just Here To Do The Super Bowl Shuffle

On this day in 1985, the Chicago Bears Shufflin’ Crew release the hit song, Superbowl Shuffle. I’ll have a big gallery in P.M. Clicks of the video shoot but here’s the final product, in all it’s mid-’80s cheesiness.

Buzzer Beater of the Day

Dylan Clingan of the Cameron County Red Raiders (Emporium, PA) hits the game-winning three-pointer from way downtown. (H/T Bob’s Blitz)

Vanilla Ice Dance-Off

Panthers linebacker Luke Kuechly had an impromptu dance-off with a first-grade teacher while making an appearance at a Charlotte-area elementary school to promote the NFL’s Play 60 campaign. (H/T Charlotte Observer)

Super Bowl Shuffle Photos

As we mentioned in AM Clicks, the Chicago Bears Shufflin’ Crew release their hit song, Superbowl Shuffle, 28 years ago today. Here’s a look at some photos from the memorable video shoot.

Hope Solo Rips the Ponytail Posse

U.S. women’s goalie Hope Solo, who’s never shied from controversy, ripped Julie Foudy on Twitter after Foudy named Briana Scurry her choice for starting goalie on the honorary US Soccer’s All-Time Best XI team, which will be announced later this month.

@JulieFoudy i think you were confused of the question. It wasn't to name your top IX friends. This isn't the ponytail posse days anymore.—
Hope Solo (@hopesolo) December 10, 2013

McCutchen Scores a Bride

Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen proposed to his girlfriend Maria Hanslovan during an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show. She rejected him and instead proclaimed her love for Alex Rodriguez, who then appeared out of nowhere and nailed McCutchen with a steel chair on the back of the head. Just kidding. She said yes. I’ve been watching too much wrestling.

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Behati Prinsloo was one of many models to walk the runway at the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show but haven’t heard much about her so thought I’d showcase her in today’s gallery … Emmy Rossum looks spectacular in the latest issue of Esquire … Vanessa Hudgens wants to be back in Jamaica right now.

You Could Not Have Been More Wrong

In 2009, Tennessee coach Lane Kiffin told Alshon Jeffrey that he’d be pumping gas for the rest of his life if he chose South Carolina over the Vols. Jeffrey chose the Gamecocks and did all right for himself.

Ridiculous Lawsuit of the Day

A Clippers fan is filing a $5 million lawsuit against the team for spamming his cell phone. I’d definitely expect a settlement with a generous owner like Donald Sterling.

Christmas for Sneaker Lovers

Adidas is bringing back its Crazy 1 sneaker, which will be available the day after Christmas. It’ll have competition as LeBron James, Kobe Bryant and Kevin Durant all come out with new Nikes on the same day.

Odds and Ends

Giants receiver Victor Cruz asked (and received) permission from his mother before purchasing his first Rolex … I love this story about retired outfielder Brady Anderson racing a random fan … The Dolphins will look to trade Jonathan Martin this offseason … Salon has a list of the 12 television shows that went on too long … Jim Brown called out Kobe Bryant on The Arsenio Hall Show last night.

Worst Punt Ever

Arizona Western College punter Joel Maddock will live in shame for this effort during the Fisher Automotive El Toro Bowl against New Mexico Military Institute.

Keeper Combat Video of the Day

Orient goalkeepers Jake Larkins and Ben Bridle-Card go head-to-head in the Keeper Combat challenge.

Athletes Becoming Thespians

Former Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher will become the latest Chicago athlete to appear on stage when he appears in a production of A Christmas Carol later this month. This inspired me to take a look through the archives and see what other actors have appeared on stage, starting with Joe Namath‘s 1997 performance in Anton Chekhov‘s play, The Seagull.

Happy Birthday to Roy

Justin Timberlake stopped his concert in Indianapolis last night to lead a Happy Birthday sing-along for Pacers center Roy Hibbert.

Make Him Sportsman of the Year!

SI writers and athletes have been handing out their choices for 2013 Sportsman of the Year for the past couple weeks so I figure it’s time I throw my hat in the ring. I nominate Christopher McComas, an IT specialist at Marshall University who saw on Twitter that the University of North Dakota was looking for a new head football coach and decided to apply. In his application, McComas highlighted his wealth of video game experience and drew up a nine-page Power Point presentation explaining how he can make UND a national power by throwing the ball all the time.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

SI Swimsuit model Alyssa Miller looks incredible in the new issue of Galore, which inspired me to put together a gallery of her best swimsuit photos. And if you’re really really into Miller, check out this interview I did with her about her dog back in February.

Happy Holidays From USC Swim

This is just creepy.

The $104,000 Sneakers

The sneakers Michael Jordan wore during Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals, the famous flu game, sold for $104,765 at auction.

SI Vault Photos of the Day

Doc Rivers received nothing but cheers in his return to Boston last night. But he wasn’t always Mr. Popular in Beantown. In these two photos, Rivers nearly brawls with Beantown legend Larry Bird during a heated 1987 game at the Boston Garden. For more classic athlete pics, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow me on Twitter as well as SI’s Extra Mustard.

What a Guy

Grizzlies forward Zach Randolph left the bench during last night’s game against Oklahoma City so he could give his warm-up jersey to a fan with special needs sitting nearby. In a related story, Randolph won the November Kia Community Assist Award earlier that day. For a really good profile of Randolph, check out this piece Jonathan Abrams wrote for Grantland last year.

Odds and Ends

New Nationals pitcher Jerry Blevins had a great tweet after finding out he was traded … Dodgers manager Don Mattingly claims the Cardinals were stealing signs during the 2013 NLCS … Not sure why, but John Mayer hung out with Joe Torre and Tony LaRussa on Sunday … Rant Lifestyle has ranked the best Seinfeld minor characters.

Iron Bowl Christmas Tribute

An Auburn fan set up his Christmas lights so they’ll sync up with Rod Bramblett’s histrionic radio call of Chris Davis’ game-winning touchdown.

Jeopardy Takes a Shot at Barry Bonds

Even Jeopardy is having fun at the former Giants outfielder’s expense.

The Doctor is in the House

The Celtics paid tribute to former coach Doc Rivers upon his return to Boston last night.

Billy on the Street

I’m a huge fan of Billy Eichner, so I was psyched to see this new video of Eichner and Amy Poehler bombarding pedestrians with Christmas carols.

Remembering MJ’s Flu Game

I mentioned in A.M. Hot Clicks that the sneakers Michael Jordan wore during Game 5 of the 1997 NBA Finals (The Flu Game) sold for $104,000 at auction. I searched through the archives and found some great photos from the game itself. For those who don’t recall, the series was tied 2-2 and a flu-ridden Jordan scored 38 points to go with seven rebounds and five assists in Chicago’s 90-88 victory at Utah. The Bulls would go onto win the title in Game 6.

Beyonce Throws Her Hat In Texas Longhorns Coaching Search

Not really but she did post this amazing photo of herself in a Longhorns jersey and bikini bottom.

Bert Blyleven > John Henson

Bucks big man John Henson made a strong statement against the NCAA with this t-shirt. Call me crazy but I prefer the good old days when athletes such as Bert Blyleven wore simple t-shirts without any political message.

Lovely Lady Of The Day, Throwback Edition

Based on the success of Heather Locklear’s Throwback LLOD last month, I decided to use Thursday’s P.M. Clicks as an opportunity to showcase a lovely lady from yesteryear. My first choice is Nicole Eggert, who not only stole the show in Charles in Charge and Baywatch, but also starred in the criminally underrated Blown Away.

Seahawks Fans vs. 49ers Fans

Last week, Seattle fans raised $1,800 to have a “Go Hawks” banner fly over Candlestick Park Sunday’s Seahawks-49ers game. To get revenge, a group of San Francisco fans have pledged nearly $8,000 to erect a pro-49ers billboard within a half-mile of Century Link Field. Better yet, the billboard only costs $7,000 so all additional funds will be given to charity.

Three Random GIFs I’m Enjoying

Muhammad Ali dodges 21 punches in 10 seconds (and then dances a little) … A dog wheels his baby carriage … Suki Waterhouse dancing on the beach.

Bless This Woman

Gotta admire this elderly woman shaking her thing on the hollowed Madison Square Garden floor last night.

Odds and Ends

A Jacksonville fan painted his Hummer to look like the Jaguars helmet … Prince will appear as himself in the Super Bowl episode of New Girl … Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki took a shot at the Eastern Conference … Here’s a thorough list of all the athletes Jay-Z has referenced in his songs.

Fan Of The Night

A guy pulls (who I think is) his daughter away just in time.

Remembering the Flu Game

Now that you’ve seen the photos, check out highlights of Michael Jordan‘s famous flu game.

Nicole Eggert Video Of The Day

I searched for a good Nicole Eggert video to end today’s Hot Clicks with and found this Baywatch gem featuring Elizabeth Berkley (a.k.a. – Jessie Spano from Saved by the Bell).

NFL Roundup

Another Sunday, another disaster for Tony Romo. The Cowboys quarterback threw two interceptions in the final three minutes as the Cowboys were edged out by the Packers, 37-36. Romo’s performance was so bad, even the Twitter account of the Atlanta Hawks took a shot at him. In other NFL news, Chiefs running back Jamaal Charles made his fantasy owners extremely happy, Dolphins field goal holder Brandon Fields will never live this down and Falcons running back Steven Jackson destroyed Redskins defensive back Josh Wilson on a two-yard touchdown run. Also of note, the Buccaneers attempted a trick play off a kickoff with disastrous results, Bengals punter Kevin Huber suffered a fractured jaw on this hit from Steelers special teamer Terence Gavin and Tom Brady was not in a pleasant mood during the postgame press conference. Buzzfeed has all of Week 15′s best GIFs.

Seahawks Shut Out Giants, Seattle Car Dealer Loses $420,000

Giants fans aren’t the only ones hating Eli Manning today. The owners of Jet Chevrolet near Seattle ran a promotion and promised to split a $420,000 jackpot among 12 fans if the Seahawks shut out the Giants.

The Rules of St. Jetersburg

According to the New York Post, the Yankees captain has a strict “no cameras or phones” policy at his Davis Island mansion (also known as St. Jetersburg) and all all guests are required to leave their camera phones in the foyer before entering his 30,000-square foot abode.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Jake from Dallas requested some Joanna Krupa pics to help him get over the Cowboys loss yesterday. Done and done.

Michelle Beadle Makes An Enemy

WWE diva A.J. Lee is not pleased with the former ESPN SportsNation host.

Say it Ain’t So

Matt Kemp is reportedly dating Khloe Kardashian.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

Peyton and Eli Manning :: Patrick Murphy-Racey/SI

Congratulations to Peyton Manning on being named the 2013 SI Sportsman of the Year. In this 1996 photo, Peyton gives some advice to his brother Eli while sitting on the porch of their home in New Orleans. Eli could still use some help. He’s thrown 16 touchdown and 25 interceptions so far this season compared to Peyton’s 47 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. For more classic athlete pics, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow me on Twitter as well as SI’s Extra Mustard.

Odds and Ends

Bruins forward Jarome Iginla‘s finger was a hot mess after a fight with Vancouver’s Ryan Kesler … Is baseball on its way back to Montreal? … This is what NFL quarterbacks would look like as drag queens … Johnny Manziel revealed his Heisman ballot and had himself as No. 3 …Jaxson, the mascot of the Jacksonville Jaguars, beat Jim Furyk at a closest-to-the-pin contest during halftime of yesterday’s game.

Lakers Lack Christmas Knowledge

The Lakers try to name Santa’s nine reindeer. Jordan Farmar comes through. Steve Nash and Pau Gasol don’t.

Soldier Returns Home at Steelers Game

I love these videos.

Best Friends Playing in the Snow

Savanna the Cheetah and her dog friend Max play in the snow at the Cincinnati Zoo. The two have been together since the cheetah’s birth last summer.

Remembering the Knicks-Nuggets Brawl

This took place seven years ago today.

Fan Signs of the Week

Each Monday in P.M. Hot Clicks, we look at the best fan signs of the past week.

For the Ladies

Patriots receiver Julian Edelman had a wardrobe malfunction during Sunday’s game.

Even More For the Ladies

William “The Refrigerator” Perry turns 51 today, which inspired Complex to compile the greatest fat athletes of all time.

Lovely Lady Roundup

Sarah Sampaio has a new bikini shoot out for Free People … Tom Selleck has a daughter named Hannah and she happens to be a model … I am quickly becoming a fan of Brazil’s Isabela Soncini.

Best Hockey Fan Ever

Capitals fan Tricia Drummond, who has been playing hockey since age eight, was nailed with a puck to the face while sitting in the stands of Saturday’s Washington-Philadelphia game. EMS workers took Drummond down to a medical room in the arena for stitches, but she refused treatment until after the game so she could see the finish.

Best Hockey Bobblehead Ever

The Toledo Walleye are giving away bobbleheads depicting the famous 2012 tirade of coach Nick Vitucci (video below).

Gronkowski To Appear in Entourage? Maybe Not

Entourage creator Doug Ellin has never met Rob Gronkowski, much less cast him in a movie.

Nearly Nude Bostonians Run for Charity

Scenes from the 14th annual Santa Speedo Run, which raised money for the Play Ball! Foundation.

Odds and Ends

The LeBron James Arena opened on Saturday at his alma mater, St. Vincent St. Mary High School … Blazers center Robin Lopez beat up the Pistons mascot … There may be a Good Will Hunting television spinoff … Jose Canseco wants to replace Mack Brown at Texas … Petr Mrazek, who plays goalie for the Grand Rapids Griffins of the AHL, had these Christmas-themed pads custom-made for his Dec. 30 game at Comerica Park.

This Is A Coaching Tirade

I mentioned earlier that the Toledo Walleye are giving away bobbleheads depicting this famous tirade of coach Nick Vitucci. The fun begins at the one-minute mark.

Frisbee Trick Shots Of The Day

Brodie Smith works his magic. (HT Uproxx)

The (Original) Naked Gun

In one of the worst Hollywood decisions of all time, Paramount has decided to reboot The Naked Gun franchise, with Ed Helms playing the role of Lieutenant Frank Drebin. Here’s the classic baseball scene from the original movie starring the late great Leslie Nielsen.

The Book of A-Rod

Alex Rodriguez :: ZUMAPRESS.com

Alex Rodriguez is on the verge of signing a multimillion dollar deal to write a tell-all book about his battle with MLB. Besides his desperate need for money (he’s made $335 million so far in his career), A-Rod wants to reveal the “real low-down dirt of MLB tactics and collusion with the Yankees to get him out of the game.” This won’t be his first book. Rodriguez’s children’s book, Out of the Ballpark, is currently listed at $6.29 for Amazon Prime members.

MNF Leftovers

Ravens kicker Justin Tucker gave a shout-out to his fantasy team after kicking six field goals in Baltimore’s 18-16 victory over Detroit while Ravens receiver Torrey Smith lashed out at fantasy owners … Retired receiver Chad Johnson watched the game from the “cold a** home theater” in his house … Lions tight end Joseph Fauria did the Cat Daddy dance after a fourth quarter score.

The Fool on the Hill

Paul McCartney may have sold over 100 million albums and cemented himself as a musical legend, but that doesn’t mean he won’t beg for a free T-shirt while attending a NBA game.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Pro surfer Alana Blanchard, who appeared in the 2013 SI Swimsuit Issue, will star in the third season of Alana: Surfer Girl on Network A. The show will follow Blanchard through her prospering career and travels throughout the world.

Two Women Supporting Their Men

Linda Holliday showed her support for Patriots coach Bill Belichick by wearing a custom-made “Ms. Belichick” jersey to Sunday’s game against Miami. Kay Malone, meanwhile, took to Instagram to thank her husband Karl for their romantic mornings together.

Fashion Statement

AC Milan striker Mario Balotelli wore cleats designed with newspaper articles written about himself during Milan’s Serie A match against AS Roma on Monday.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez :: Robert Beck/SI

Manny Pacquiao turns 35 today. In this photo, the Filipino boxer looks for an opening against Juan Manuel Marquez during their Nov. 2011 fight. Pacquiao would go onto win the fight by a controversial decision, leading to their fourth fight in Dec. 2012 with Marquez coming out the victor. For more classic athlete pics, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow me on Twitter as well as SI’s Extra Mustard.

Odds and Ends

Shoppers in East Columbus, Ohio really wanted the new Air Jordans … Dennis Rodman is heading back to North Korea … Knicks guard Pablo Prigioni had an embarrassing fall during last night’s game … Congrats to Evan Longoria on his engagement to the beautiful Jamie Edmondson … Here are 50 funny photos of children on Santa’s lap.

A NHL Christmas Video

The Boston Bruins star in The Bear And The Gang The Christmas Spectacular.

Another NHL Christmas Video

The San Jose Sharks announcers break down scenes from the team’s holiday party.

Yet Another NHL Christmas Video

The St. Louis Blues sing The 12 Days of Christmas.

Surfer Girl Video of the Day

Here’s a preview for the new season of Blanchard’s Surfer Girl series.

Scenes From the David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic

David Ortiz and Alex Rodriguez :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

David Ortiz :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Aimee Garcia and Heidi Watney :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

David Ortiz, Tiffani Ortiz, Eliza Dushku and Rick Fox :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Ortiz family :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

David Ortiz :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Alex Rodriguez and Torrie Wilson :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Chris Tucker and D'Angelo Ortiz :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Rick Fox, Eliza Dushku, Craig Sager and wife :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Heidi Watney and Lenny Clarke :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Aimee Garcia :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

David Ortiz :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Group Shot :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Ming Tsai, Tiffany Ortiz and D'Angelo Ortiz :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Heidi Watney and David Ortiz :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Angelo Solomita, David Ortiz, Jose Bautista and Alex Radetsky :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

David Ortiz :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Lawrence Taylor :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Rick Fox and Eliza Dushku :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

David Ortiz and Craig Sager :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

David Ortiz and his foundation kids :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

Barry Larkin, Chris Tucker, Jim Rice, Rick Fox and Ivan Rodriguez :: Photo Courtesy of David Ortiz Children’s Fund

World Series MVP David Ortiz hosted the sixth annual David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic at Sanctuary Cap Cana Resort in the Dominican Republic last week. The four-day event, which features athletes and celebrities, raised $350,000 for The David Ortiz Children’s Fund. Here are some photos of the event.

This Is How You Do Secret Santa

The Heat held its annual Secret Santa and the presents were spectacular. Shane Battier gave Chris Bosh a telescope, Mario Chalmers gave Battier two bottles of pricey wine, Rashard Lewis bought Michael Beasley a Louie Vuitton bag and Roger Mason Jr. bought Greg Oden a set of Bang & Olufsen speakers. Yahoo’s Ball Don’t Lie blog has all the details.

Media Feuds of the Year

Richard Deitsch, SI’s media writer and Hot Clicks editor (blame him for all the mistakes!), has compiled the year’s best media feuds leading with Bill Simmons vs. Doc Rivers.

Lovely Lady Round-Up

California native Jaclyn Swedberg has a new set of bikini photos out …Coed has an important look at the year in celebrity cleavage … The 50 hottest photos of pro surfer Erica Hosseini.

This Is Unusual

A soccer match between the under-17 teams of the U.S. and Brazil ended in odd fashion as both teams literally did nothing the last five minutes but watch the clock run out. Brazil was frustrated by the referees and the Americans didn’t want to take advantage of a team no longer trying.

This Is Ridiculous

Duluth (Ga.) High senior safety Sam McNair received a year-long suspension from school for hugging a teacher. McNair, who also plays lacrosse, was punished after the teacher accused him of touching her in the back of the neck and cheek with his lips during the hug. An online petition has been created to overturn the suspension, which could cost McNair a college scholarship.

This Is Cool

The North Carolina athletic department is letting fans choose which uniform the Tar Heels will wear in the Belk Bowl against Cincinnati.

Odds and Ends

I’m not sure what to make of Bootsy Collins’ latest hit single, Peyton Manning’s Passing Your Way, but I can’t stop watching it … Jay Leno compared the Sochi Olympics to Nazi Germany last night … I really love what Boston Globe reporter Billy Baker (a friend of mine from grad school) did on Twitter to get people interested in his latest story … A 19-year-old man from Florida was arrested after police became curious at all the incriminating photos he posted to his Instagram account.

Learn Spanish With Jose Calderon

The Mavs point guard teaches his teammates how to speak Spanish.

Fan Of The Day

This little Celtics fan shows off his moves during Monday’s Celtics-Wolves game.

Miss Supercross Is Back

Dianna Dahlgren, who we featured as LLOD last month, stars in the latest edition of SX Ed with Miss Supercross.

Happy Holidays From the Diamondbacks

In my quest to post every holiday video in sports, here’s one from the Diamondbacks.

The NBA’s Wild Night

What a night in the Association. Heat teammates LeBron James and Mario Chalmers nearly came to blows during the Pacers-Heat game but were able to pull out a victory on a controversial non-call at the end of the game. Knicks guard J.R. Smith attempted 17 three-pointers (making five) and Andrea Bargnani took perhaps the season’s dumbest shot in the Knicks’ 107-101 double-overtime victory over the Bucks. Bobcats guard Kemba Walker defeated the Raptors on a overtime buzzer-beater while Wizards coach Randy Wittman took a ball to the face during Washington’s victory over Brooklyn. And to cap off a crazy night, Shaquille O’Neal, now a minority owner of Sacramento, was booted from his seats twice during the Kings-Hawks game at Phillips Arena.

The Second Best GIF of the Week

Steve Spurrier working out is the GIF that keeps on giving though as the headline suggests, it still has a ways to go before it catches up to the Blackhawks Ice Girl.

Super Bowl Seat Perks

The cheapest seat for this year’s Super Bowl is currently $3,183.60 on StubHub, with the price likely to go up. On the bright side, those seats will come with gloves, hand warmers, ear muffs, lip balms and facial tissues, according to Daniel Kaplan of the Sports Business Journal.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Ashley Sky and Rockets forward Chandler Parsons teamed up last week to shoot an ad for Buffalo Pro with Chandler Parsons, the newest marketing program for Buffalo David Bitton. I spoke with Parsons right after the shoot to discuss his life off the court. “I’m very excited to partner with Buffalo Jeans,” Parsons said. “I’ve gotten to know the brand and their style and culture reflects a lot of things in my life. I love the way the clothes fit and get compliments on their stuff all the time. They’re about being young, looking good, and having fun.” As for spending an afternoon with a half-naked Ashley Sky: “She was so easy to work with,” Parsons said. “She’s a pro and has been doing this for a while so she helped make sure I didn’t feel out of place.” And how did Parsons’ girlfriend feel about the shoot. “She was totally cool with it. She knows it’s business and didn’t have a problem at all.” Check out the video section for an exclusive look at the advertisement (and don’t forget to visit Buffalo David Bitton on the web).

Greg Maddux 1985 Scouting Report

The 2014 Hall of Famer is not strong enough to be a starter, won’t get beyond Triple-A, and runs out of gas too quickly. Busted Coverage has the full report. And if you’re really in the mid ’80s baseball mood, here’s a story from SI’s 1985 baseball preview discussing the best player at each position.

Poor Derrick

A Chicago store is selling Derrick Rose jerseys for 50 percent off. His jersey was the NBA’s second most popular last season.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

Miami Hurricanes :: Bill Frakes/SI

Warren Sapp celebrates his 41st birthday on Thursday. In this 1994 photo, Sapp (back center) poses with Hurricanes teammates Corwin Francis, C.J. Richardson, Rohan Marley, Ray Lewis and Pat Riley during a SI photo shoot. For more classic athlete pics, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow me on Twitter as well as SI’s Extra Mustard.

Odds and Ends

Tom Brady does most of his Christmas shopping at Amazon.com … Terrell Owens will appear in a Carl’s Jr. commercial … I’d make fun of Brock Lesnar‘s pants but Brock Lesnar is the most terrifying person alive so I can’t say enough good things about his pants … Juan Gonzalez is selling his 1996 American League MVP Award. The current highest bid is $11,000.

The Hawks Go British, Part 1

The Hawks are getting ready for their game against the Nets at London’s O2 Arena this January — and are learning odd English slang words. The first is Wazzzock.

Chandler Parsons Is Living the Life

As mentioned earlier, here’s the new Buffalo David Bitton ad featuring Ashley Sky and Chandler Parsons.

The Hawks Go British, Part 2

Since that video was so great, here’s another new term – Knackered

Plays of the Year

The best of 2013, in one handy video.

Minor League Hockey Jerseys

The Toledo Walleye became the latest minor league hockey team to unveil an ugly Christmas sweater jersey. The team will wear the jersey on Dec. 28 as part of Ugly Holiday Sweater Night night. In honor of the Walleye, I put together a gallery of my favorite minor league hockey jerseys so far this season.

Sore Loser

Heather Mills, the ex-wife of Paul McCartney, was accused of abusing a Paralympic official after failing to qualify for the British Paralympic ski team. Her ex-husband could have used some of that anger while attempting to score a free T-shirt during the Nets-76ers game on Monday.

Jell-O Mold of Nick Saban’s Face to be Auctioned Off for Charity

No joke necessary.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

What luck! It’s our second edition of Throwback Thursday Lovely Lady of the Day (we kicked it off last week with Nicole Eggert) and it happens to be Alyssa Milano‘s birthday. Here’s a gallery of the former Miss Teen Steam. If you want someone a little more 2013, Alessandra Ambrosio is the hottest reindeer ever and Eliza Kapp has me rooting for the Saints this weekend.

Hot Clicks Giveaway

Our friends at Anchorman 2 have come through with a prize pack containing a keychain, hat, T-shirt and free code to download the new Anchorman-inspired app “Scotchy Scotch Toss” for an iOS device. I’ll send packs to the first two people who email me (andy_gray@simail.com) the color of the blazer Craig Sager wore to the David Ortiz Celebrity Golf Classic. This was covered in Tuesday’s Hot Clicks. Please make the subject line “Stay Classy.”

(UPDATE: Contest is closed. Winners will be notified this afternoon. Thanks for playing.)

Jerry Jones Trolled by High School Football Team (and rather well)

I already mentioned my favorite hockey sweaters of the year. This is my favorite sweatshirt. And if you’re wondering, this is my favorite t-shirt.

Wu Tang (Tennis) Crew

What do you get when you combine Chinese tennis players Wu Di and Hao Chen Tang into one headline?

Odds and Ends

The jersey Christian Laettner wore when he hit the game-winning shot against Kentucky in the 1992 Elite Eight is up for auction … Virginia football coach Mike London has a unique way of recruiting … This is what the White House bathroom looks like … The NBA’s 15 top-selling jerseys … Terrell Suggs really does not like Tom Brady.

Happy Holidays From Hooper

Detroit Pistons mascot Hooper, who’s had a rough go of it lately, completes his holiday decorating with some help from the Pistons Flight Crew.

Friday Night Tykes

On Jan. 14, Esquire Network will debut Friday Night Tykes, a 10-part docuseries that follows the eight-to-nine-year-old Rookies division of the Texas Youth Football Association. Here’s a preview of the series.

Vintage NBA Commercial of the Day

Magic Johnson, Isiah Thomas, Kevin McHale, Mark Aguirre, Bernard King and Larry Bird promote the Converse Weapon (from 1987).

Memorable Sports Billboards

Milwaukee Bucks fans

Dolphins fans produced this Photoshopped signage alongside I-595 in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. in Feb. 2012. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

San Francisco residents expressed their discontent with all-time home run king Barry Bonds. (Brad Mangin/SI)

Bronco fans try and urge Coach John Fox to bench Kyle Orton and play Tim Tebow. (Ron Chenoy/US PRESSWIRE)

As Charlie Weis entered his fifth season as coach at Notre Dame, a group of former players used this billboard to let the coach know the past two seasons had not been good enough. (AP Photo/South Bend Tribune, Santiago Flores)

In 1994, this promotional billboard was erected in Birmingham, Ala. to update motorists on Michael Jordan's batting average during his stint with the Barons. (Patrick Murphy-Racey/SI)

In Sept, 2007, Jalen Rose purchased this billboard in Detroit to honor the Fab Five's accomplishments. (AP Photo/The Free-Press, Patricia Beck)

Disgruntled Raiders fans posted their dismay with the late Al Davis's front office management near a highway in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Paul Sakuma)

Fans of the Sacramento Kings erect a billboard to keep their team. (AP Photo/Rich Pedroncelli)

Milwaukee Bucks fans

In 2010, Minnesota residents funded this billboard to convince Brett Favre to return to the Vikings. (AP Photo/The Hattiesburg American, Matt Bush)

This ground level billboard in Seattle reminded residents just how high Shawn Kemp can fly. ( John W. McDonough/SI)

University of Tennessee quarterback Peyton Manning stands under a billboard thanking him for his accomplishments. (Bill Frakes/SI)

This billboard in Buffalo was posted by some ardent Bills fans in 2009 to clean house. (AP Photo/David Duprey)

NC State fans talk trash to in-state rivalry North Carolina.

Wake Forest fans call for the firing of basketball coach Jeff Bzdelik and athletic director Ron Wellman. (Screenshot via WXII)

On Thursday, this billboard was erected along I-43 in Milwaukee, courtesy of the fans at SaveOurBucks.com. The group wants the team to fully commit to losing in order to snag one of the potential franchise-changing players in the upcoming NBA Draft. The Bucks currently have the NBA’s worst record at 5-20. In the meantime, here are some other memorable sports-related billboards.

You Are Not Welcome Here

In one of my favorite NBA stories of the season, Thunder center Kendrick Perkins politely asked Bulls center Joakim Noah to leave the Oklahoma City locker room following last night’s game. And by politely, I mean he said, “Get your a– up out of here.” Noah had been invited by former teammate Thabo Sefolosha.

More Salt on the Wound

It’s been a nightmare first season for Jets quarterback Geno Smith (10 touchdowns, 21 interceptions, 62.9 QB rating) and now he has a new critic. Her name is Siri.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Hot Clicks fan Josh emailed me all the way from Tokyo requesting I make Raquel Pomplun today’s LLOD. I see no reason not to comply with his request.

Now This is a Bobblehead

If I was a Giants fans I’d buy a ticket right now for the April 9 game against Arizona so I could get my hands on this amazing Hunter Pence bobblehead doll.

The Charmed Life

Not only is Rafael Nadal one of the world’s top tennis players, he also knows his way around the poker table. Nadal, who has only been playing for 18 months, defeated the world’s No. 1 poker player (Daniel Negreanu) in a charity tournament last weekend. But Negreanu is claiming the victory was all luck and wants a rematch. As for the charmed life headline, let’s not forget Nadal’s 2012 SI Swimsuit appearance with Bar Refaeli.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant :: Jamie Squire/Getty Images

Kobe Bryant shares a laugh with Michael Jordan during the 2003 All-Star Game. Bryant isn’t laughing these days after finding out a knee injury will cost him another six weeks. SI’s Lee Jenkins thinks Kobe’s injury will provide the Lakers an opportunity to finally rebuild for the future.

Where’s the Love?

Patriots receiver Julian Edelman is having a career year with 89 catches and 914 yards but he sure has a strange way of showing appreciation toward his quarterback. In October, he famously dissed Tom Brady‘s attempted high five on the sideline and yesterday he refused to acknowledge the nickname Mini-Tron given to him by No. 12.

Odds and Ends

Dennis Rodman held trials for a North Korean basketball team that will face a dozen NBA veterans in an exhibition game on leader Kim Jong-un‘s birthday next month … The NHL’s 13 most painful to watch injury moments of 2013 … The ECHL is letting fans pick the 2015 All-Star jerseys … A good collection of recent Undie Run photos … Vulture has an oral history of Donna Martin losing her virginity.

NBA Does Drumline

TNT’s Kenny Smith, Shaquille O’Neal and Ernie Johnson have fun during last night’s NBA doubleheader. Charles Barkley is not amused.

Sweet Score of the Day

Flyers captain Claude Giroux scored an improbable game-winner against Columbus last night.

Kobe’s Top 10 Dunks

Since it’ll be another six weeks before we see Kobe Bryant on the court, here are his top 10 all-time dunks.

Memorable Sports Afros

Oscar Gamble turns 64 today and I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with this collection of great sports Afros.

The Grinch Loves Christmas

Six years after SI put Bill Belichick in a Santa hat on its cover, the Patriots coach discussed how much he loves Christmas and his favorite holiday songs.

NFL Touchdown Celebration Audit

Did you know that twice as many NFL players celebrate a touchdown by slamming the ball over the goalpost crossbar than spinning it on the ground? The Wall Street Journal has an in-depth breakdown of all this year’s TD celebrations.

Lovely Lady Roundup

UK beauty Lucy Pinder is celebrating her 30th birthday today … Paulina Gretzky turned 25 yesterday … Guyism has the 101 hottest celebrity Instagram photos of the year … Lisa Morales is the Bikini Team model of the month. Congrats!

Ten Years Ago Today

Joe Namath hit on Suzy Kolber, leading to the birth of this blog.

20 Years Ago Today

SI’s Tom Verducci wrote this lengthy feature on the Mets fall from perennial contender to baseball laughingstock.

Hot Clicks Giveaway

The good people at Monster/EA SPORTS have provided me with two pairs of headphones (or as they call it, the ultimate gaming headphones) to give away. The first two people who email me (andy_gray@simail.com) Michael Jordan’s batting average on the billboard in this morning’s Hot Clicks will get them. Please make the subject line “headphones.”

(Update: 5:15pm: Contest is over. Winners have been notified. I’ll have another giveaway on Monday)

About That A-Rod Book

Remember the story last week about two major publishing companies battling for Alex Rodriguez‘s tell-all book (and the $5 million advance the third baseman was to receive for the book)? It turns out neither Random House or HarperCollins know anything about it.

Terrified Kids Crying On Santa’s Lap

This should get you ready for the holidays.

Odds and Ends

Dr. Pepper was very pleased with the performance of Ravens kicker Justin Tucker … A frustrated fantasy football player threatened to kill Calvin Johnson and Matthew Stafford … This guy won a $1 million Picasso painting with a $138 lottery ticket … Troy Aikman is not a fan of the Cowboys play-calling.

Best Shootout Goals of 2013

Yahoo’s Puck Daddy has collected the 10 best shootout goals of 2013, leading with this gem from Pavel Datsyuk while playing for the KHL’s CSKA Moscow.

Steve Spurrier/R Kelly Video of the Day

Thank you to whoever came up with the idea to mash up Steve Spurrier‘s awkward workout routine (which we discussed in yesterday’s Hot Clicks) with R. Kelly’s Bump N’ Grind.

More Fun With Red Lightning

Florida State’s ball boy continues to be one of the most amusing parts of the 2013 college football season.

Jim Harbaugh at 50

Niners coach Jim Harbaugh turns 50 today and we’re celebrating with these photos from 1996 of the man. The photos were part of an Austin Murphy cover story in the May 20, 1996 edition of SI. At the time. Harbaugh was quarterback of the Colts and had just led them to the AFC Championship Game. As you will see, these pictures show a goofier, less intense version of Harbaugh then you’re used to seeing.

NFL Roundup

Kelly Hall, the girlfriend of Matt Stafford, should probably stay away from Twitter after a Lions loss … A security guard at FedEx Field learned to stay away from Jason Garrett after a Cowboys win … Pats running back LeGarrette Blount did the Ray Lewis Dance after scoring against Baltimore (then discussed it on Twitter) while his quarterback Tom Brady still can’t get anyone to high-five him … The Cardinals mocked Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch by eating Skittles on the sideline during the game …. Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers dressed like Santa Claus and photobombed the Packers’ captain picture.

Tell Us How You Really Feel

“He doesn’t work hard enough (in the offseason). He’s not a guy who’ll push himself to the brink like a lot of our guys do. He works hard but he doesn’t push himself. That’s why he starts slow every year and he just works his way back.”
-Pacers president Larry Bird on Danny Granger, who is being paid $14 million this season in the last year of a long-term deal

Lovely Lady Of The Day

How does 42 GIFs of Melanie Iglesias to start your Christmas week sound?

Hot Clicks Giveaway

The 2014 World Almanac and Book of Facts is out and I have some copies to give away. The first five people who email me (andy_gray@simail.com) Richard Deitsch‘s choice for Studio Show of the year, which he discussed in his 2013 Media Awards. Please make the subject line “Almanac.”

(Update 12:15 p.m.: Contest is over. Winners will be notified this afternoon. Come back for another giveaway in PM Hot Clicks)

Dwyane Wade Scores a Wife

Dwyane Wade is off the market. The Heat guard recruited his two sons and nephew in his proposal to actress Gabrielle Union, then gave her an 8½-carat cushion cut diamond to seal the deal. The two are expecting to tie the knot in September.

SI Vault Photo Of The Day

John Starks and Anthony Mason :: Nathaniel S. Butler/Getty Images

John Starks and Anthony Mason, pictured here in 1994, are opening a restaurant together. According to the New York Post, the pair will soon open a Harlem outpost of Washington, DC, chain Custom Fuel Pizza, which allows customers to “design” their own pies by picking the crust and sauce as well as any toppings.

Important Life Lesson

Never buy your sports apparel at the same place you get your lap dances.

Odds and Ends

Nobody wants to buy Trent Richardson‘s sex tape … That billboard Niners fans erected right near CenturyLink Field is actually 27 miles outside of Seattle … The Bobcats unveiled its new Charlotte Hornets logo for 2015 … Every episode of HBO’s Game of Thrones is being shows at a movie theater in Santa Fe … The Air Jordan 11 release led to a female brawl in the Bronx.

What It’s Like to Win the World Series

Several members of the Red Sox strapped GoPro cameras on their heads after beating the Cardinals for the World Series.

Joe Girardi Shows Off Sense of Humor

The New York Rangers unveiled their jerseys for the Stadium Series with this video starring defenseman Dan Girardi – and the surprising funny Yankees manager.

The Future Mrs. Dwyane Wade Speaks

Gabrielle Union told a funny story during an April 2012 appearance on Conan O’Brien about how Miami Heat security booted her from courtside to the cheap seats.

Fan Signs of the Week

Each Monday in P.M. Hot Clicks, we look at the best fan signs of the past week.

For more of the best fans, check out this week’s Superfans gallery.

Two Great Moments From the Weekend

Jeron Hunter, a Navy machinist who has been overseas for the past year, surprised his parents at the Redskins-Cowboys game. Meanwhile in Detroit, the Lions honored retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Travis Mills, who lost portions of all four limbs while fighting in Afghanistan.

Two Not-So-Great Moments From the Weekend

Boise State quarterback Joe Southwick was sent home from Honolulu, where the Broncos are preparing for the Hawaii Bowl after urinating off a hotel balcony. Southwick insists, however, that he was not the urinator in question. At Texas A&M, LB Darian Claiborne was arrested on Friday after hiding pot and prescription pills in a giant Hershey’s Kiss ornament inside a friend’s car

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Bregje Heinen is one of the 30 women who will dominate in 2014 … Shelby Chesnes and Shawn Dillon are getting in the Christmas spirit … Here are 35 pics of Estelle Warren for her 35th birthday.

Hot Clicks Giveaway

The good people at Fanatics.com have provided me with two prize packs (one NFL, one Olympics) to give away. In case you didn’t know, Fanatics.com is the largest online retailer of officially licensed sports merchandise. They have over 250,000 items across all leagues and teams, so gear up for the NFL playoffs, college bowl season and Winter Olympics today. Now that we’ve gotten that out of the way, I’ll send prize packs to the first two people who can email me (andy_gray@simail.com) the name of Anthony Mason’s and John Starks‘ new pizza chain, which I covered in AM Hot Clicks. Please make the subject line “Fanatics.”

(Update: Contest is over. Winners have been notified. Thank you.)

A Festivus For the Rest of Us

Today is Festivus, which is a good excuse to bust out this gallery of Seinfeld and Sports.

Happy Holidays From Floyd Mayweather

Like him or hate him, Floyd Mayweather is always entertaining. Just check out his holiday card to Manny Pacquiao.

Odds and Ends

Jay Cutler is just a guy version of Tony Romo … Uproxx has a funny collection of athletes being hit in the family jewels … Cardinals defensive end Darnell Dockett made a racist joke and refuses to apologize … I hope these Sons of Anarchy-inspired gingerbread cookies sweeten the sour taste left in my mouth after the Season 6 finale … Will Maria Sharapova wear biker shorts during the Australian Open?

The Blackhawks Magic Movie Collection

Instead of the generic goofy holiday video the Blackhawks had players re-create scenes from classic films including The Karate Kid, Napolean Dynamite, 8 Mile and Titanic.

The NHL: Where Licking Happens

SI has compiled the 13 oddest sports moments of 2013 and No. 5 is one I’d never seen before. Buffalo captain Steve Ott licking Canadiens center Jeff Halpern before a face-off.

Memories of Candlestick Park

The Beatles perform Day Tripper during their final concert performance, which took place at Candlestick Park in Aug. 1966.

Fond Farewell

Colin Kaepernick :: Stephen Dunn/Getty Images

Linebacker NaVorro Bowman nearly blew the game for the Niners while fielding an onside kick and then won it with one of the best pick six’s of the season. The game was the final regular season contest at Candlestick Park; the Niners will move into Levi’s Stadium next season. The New York Times has a solid profile of Candlestick, which housed the final Beatles concert in 1966. Unfortunately, the Beatles are no longer around so management went with the next best thing to close out the venue … Boyz II Men. The Philly natives sang It’s So Hard To Say Goodbye To Yesterday after the game.

Miss Fundamental Disses LeBron

Vanessa Macias, the girlfriend of Tim Duncan, did not like the fact that LeBron James started following her on Twitter and let the world know about it. Unfortunately for Macias, the person who followed her wasn’t actually James but rather a fan with the @LeBronJames username (LeBron’s actual username is @KingJames). The night wasn’t a total bust for Macias. At least she got to see Duncan show off his underrated dribbling skills.

Cotton Bowl Christmas Present

The Missouri football team is excited about the free iPad Minis they’ll each receive for playing in the Cotton Bowl.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Leticia Farr was born in Brazil, raised in Utah and excited for Christmas. Check out her website and follow her on Facebook and Twitter.

Bad Parent Alert

A photograph of a baby wearing Alabama Crimson Tide gear while holding a handgun went viral yesterday.

Bad Haircut Alert

This Rams fan decided to make his hair look like a football.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

Tonya Harding, Kristi Yamaguchi and Nancy Kerrigan :: Heinz Kluetmeier/SI

U.S. skaters Tonya Harding, Kristi Yamaguchi and Nancy Kerrigan pose during the 1991 World Figure Skating Championship. Just three years later, Kerrigan was injured in one of the most bizarre incidents in sports history. Bleacher Report looks back on the craziness 20 years later.

Odds and Ends

Move over Butt-Fumble. We now have a Butt-Goal in the NHL… Here’s a trailer for the movie Draft Day in which Kevin Costner plays the GM of the Cleveland Browns … Santa Claus crashed the press conference of Eagles coach Chip Kelly on Monday … The most popular TV show set in every state … The best version of every Christmas song.

Best Christmas Lights Display of 2013

This is an actual house in Newark, Calif.

Christmas Song of the Day

The Marquette men’s basketball team performs Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

Christmas Song of the Day, Part 2

The Twelve Days of Christmas, courtesy of the LSU football squad, followed up by Jingle Bells.

Christmas Song of the Day, Part 3

The Maryland Terrapins perform Jingle Bell Rock.

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas. If you’re reading this before noon, put away your computer and spend some time with your family. If you’re sick of your family, enjoy these shots of sports figures dressed up like Santa Claus.

What a Guy

Rockets forward Chandler Parsons shaved his hair in support of 10-year-old Patrick Hobbs-DeClaire, who is going through treatments for terminal cancer.

A Christmas Engagement

Gordon Hayward is off the market. The Jazz forward got engaged to girlfriend, Robyn Van Vliet, who (according to this story) graduated high school last spring.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

On this special day, we thought some Christmas-themed cheerleaders would bring joy to your life.

Odds and Ends

David Ortiz did some last-minute holiday shopping at the Natick Mall, which is where I spent way too much of my teenage years … J.J. Watt‘s mom wants him to get a nose job … The Raptors are hosting Drake Night on Jan. 11 … Nets guard Shaun Livingston was the center of a Christmas miracle for this family.

Christmas in Ottawa

It seems like every team in sports put out some type of Christmas video. Below are some of my favorites, starting with the Ottawa 67′s.

DeAngelo Sings

Panthers back DeAngelo Williams sings Deck the Halls.

The Holiday Blues

The St. Louis Blues sing The 12 Days of Christmas.

Happy Holidays From the D-Backs

The Diamondbacks enter the holiday fray.

Marquette Does Rudolph

The Marquette men’s basketball team performs Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.

A Bruins Christmas

The Boston Bruins star in The Bear And The Gang The Christmas Spectacular.

An NBA Christmas

LeBron James :: Juan Ocampo/NBAE via Getty Images

The NBA held its annual slate of Christmas games and the biggest story were the sleeved uniforms worn by all the teams. Both Mavs forward Dirk Nowitzki and Knicks guard Beno Udrih went public with their dislike of the sleeves, though in Udrih’s case he was just looking for an excuse to justify this ugly three-point attempt. As for the games, the Knicks and Nets both got crushed, which is not good since they have the league’s two highest payrolls and are both 9-19 on the season. Tempers flared in the Warriors-Clippers game with a frustrated Blake Griffin accusing Golden State of playing “cowardly basketball” after luring him into two cheap technical fouls. Russell Westbrook was the star of the day for not only recording a triple-double but rocking these leather overalls and “killin it” beanie to the game while LeBron James and Dwyane Wade added to their highlight reel in a victory over the Lakers.

Getting in the Christmas Spirit

I’m sure more of these stories will come out in the next few days but Dwight Howard and Robert Griffin III made some friends in their locker rooms on Christmas. The Redskins quarterback hooked his offensive linemen up with XBox Ones while the Rockets center purchased high-end watches for his teammates.

Move Over, Miley

Stephen Curry showed off his twerking skills on this Instagram video.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Miranda from Jersey City dropped me a line requesting Amber Lancaster be today’s LLOD. As a fellow Jersey City resident, it’s my neighborly duty to grant her wishes and show off these photos of the lovely Ms. Lancaster.

You Will Definitely Regret This

A Knicks fan got the same “NY” neck ink as J.R. Smith, then added a “Swish” (Smith’s nickname) tattoo above it.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

Carlton Fisk and Lou Piniella :: Neil Leifer/SI

Carlton Fisk turns 66 today. In this photo, Fisk tags Lou Piniella during a 1976 Red Sox-Yankees game. The collision started one of the most famous bench-clearing brawls in baseball history, as described in this Aug. 1978 profile of Red Sox pitcher Bill “Spaceman” Lee, who was famously injured in the fight (see video section below for footage of brawl).

“On the night of May 20, 1976, while backing up home plate in Yankee Stadium, Lee unwisely took part in a full-scale rumble, the results of which nearly cost him his left arm, not to mention his career. While trying to prevent the Yankees’ Otto Velez from joining the fray, Lee was punched by Mickey Rivers, and then grabbed from behind by Graig Nettles and heaved to the ground on his shoulder. At that point, films show, Rivers pounded away at Lee under a mountain of bodies. When Lee finally was able to get up and throw a punch, his arm was shot. Nonetheless, he went after Nettles, who opened up with both fists, and Lee was hammered into a bloody pulp. Because of his assault on Lee, Rivers has been pelted with racial epithets, bottles, bolts and firecrackers in Fenway, and Lee still wonders if his shoulder is all there. “I don’t think the Yankees started the fight to get me,” Lee says, “but once it started, I know there were a few Yankees looking for me. My opinions may have caught up with themselves.” A long time before the fight, Lee had described the Yankees’ gladiatorial prowess as the equal of “a bunch of hookers swinging their purses.”

Odds and Ends

Gilbert Arenas is training for a NBA return … The Cowboys signed 41-year-old Jon Kitna to be their third string QB. Kitna will donate the $53,000 he’ll make on Sunday to Lincoln High School in his native Tacoma, Wash., where he’s been teaching math for the past couple years … Randy Moss thinks he could still put up 15 or 16 touchdowns if he were playing in the NFL … The biggest box office bombs of 2013.

Revisiting the 1976 Red Sox-Yankees Brawl

As mentioned earlier, here’s the famous 1976 brawl between the longtime rivals.

Earmuff Time

A fan covers the ears of his younger brother just before a Kevin Garnett tirade.

Ozzie Smith Video of the Day

Ozzie Smith celebrates his 59th birthday today. Here’s a look back at one of his best plays.

Ricky Henderson Turns 55

Rickey Henderson turned 55 on Wednesday and if any athlete deserves their own birthday photo gallery, it’s Rickey. Tom Verducci wrote a great profile of Henderson in 2003 full of funny anecdotes. This is my favorite:

“Over 24 seasons in the major leagues, Henderson never spent his meal money. Before each trip players get an envelope filled with cash equal to the daily rate as negotiated by the players’ association ($73 this year), multiplied by the number of days on the road. Henderson would take the envelopes home and put them in shoe boxes. Whenever one of his three daughters did well in school, Henderson would allow them to choose an envelope from a shoe box, a little game he called Pick It. The jackpot was getting an envelope from one of those 13-day, four-city trips. The girls would keep the money. ”They do what they want with it,” he said. “It gives them motivation for their school and something to do, like a job.”

Tale of Two Billboards

A Philadelphia radio station took a shot at Cowboys owner Jerry Jones with this billboard that is being featured all over Philadelphia. On the opposite side of the spectrum is this “Class Act” billboard for Mack Brown that is hanging along Highway 183 in Texas.

Hello. I Need Attention.

Chad Johnson showed up at a Florida Toys R’ Us wearing a Carpe That F***ing Diem t-shirt.

(Throwback) Lovely Lady Of The Day

It’s time for another installment of Throwback Thursday LLOD. I took requests on Twitter and the overwhelming favorite was Tiffani Thiessen. I focused primarily on the Saved by the Bell years to stay consistent with the throwback theme, but that’s no disrespect to BH 90210 Tiffani Thiessen, who produced this memorable scene. As always, send your Lovely Lady of the Day suggestions, throwback or otherwise, to me on Twitter @AndyGray35.

Poor Roy

Pacers center Roy Hibbert was not pleased with ESPN for confusing him and Ian Mahinmi.

Two More NBA Fashion Items

Lost in the madness of the sleeved jerseys is the fact that a bunch of NBA players wore Christmas-themed sneakers during yesterday’s games. As for those sleeved jerseys? We compiled the best tweets about this major fashion faux pas.

Better With Age?

Speaking of fashion, here’s a nifty infographic about the evolution of NBA uniforms.

Odds and Ends

Jadeveon Clowney was ticketed for driving 84 MPH in a 55 MPH zone. It’s his second speeding incident this month … Kudos to Eagles coach Chip Kelly for throwing a Beverly Hills Cop reference into a discussion of Sunday’s game against the Cowboys … Paul Rudd does a solid Dennis Green impersonation … Udonis Haslem, Mike Miller and Chris Anderson are now underwear models.

Now This is a Christmas Card

I don’t know who Paul Little is, but he had the time to recreate every scene of Home Alone as his virtual Christmas card. Did I mention he plays every character in the movie?

High Schooler Breaks Backboard

Kyle Gouveia, a 6-foot-7 senior out of Calaveras High School (CA) breaks the backboard on a dunk. (HT Bob’s Blitz)

Michael Jordan Breaks Backboard

Michael Jordan breaks the backboard during a 1986 Nike Exhibition Game in Italy

Rickey Henderson Video of the Day

A young Rickey Henderson is unhappy with his salary so his teammates give him a jar of money.

NFL Roundup

Brandon Boykin and LeSean McCoy :: Drew Hallowell/Getty Images

Steelers fans are steaming that the refs missed this call, which could’ve led to a penalty, a possible Chiefs win, and a playoff berth for Pittsburgh. … Eagles running back LeSean McCoy won the World Heavyweight Championship of rushing and found one NBA star jealous of his title belt … Browns coach Rob Chudzinski was fired, which some players agreed with and others didn’t … Quarterback Cam Newton led the Panthers to the No. 2 seed in the NFC and also gave this young fan a lifelong memory … Rams defensive tackle Kendall Langford was ejected from the game against Seattle after accidentally hitting a referee … Saints wide receiver Lance Moore and Chargers running back Danny Woodhead had the day’s best celebration dances … Nobody came to MetLife Stadium for yesterday’s Giants-Redskins game … Jerry Jones had a rough night on Sunday … A very early look at the Top 10 picks of the 2014 NFL Draft.

A Mile High

The Denver Post had a big feature in yesterday’s paper about athletes and pot, which included the revelation from Nuggets executive Rex Chapman: a member of the team was high the morning of a 2010 playoff game. I don’t want to point any fingers so check out the roster and decide for yourself who the player in question is.

Boyz II Men/Aaron Rodgers Update

I am happy to announce the beef between Boys II Men and Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is officially squashed. In. September 2012, Rodgers agreed to wear an Alex Smith jersey for a week if the Packers lost their season-opener to the 49ers (which they did by a score of 30-22). But Rodgers refused to wear the jersey, saying the incident got “blown way out of proportion” and ”it was at best a joke between friends.” TMZ caught up with Boys II Men member Wanya Morris, who forgave Rodgers and because ”it’s all good, life is life.”

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Maxim has a poll up to determine this year’s Maxim 100 and one girl who caught my eye was Noureen Dewulf, who stars in FX’s Anger Management. Not only is she married to Sabres goalie Ryan Miller, but also she grew up in the same town (Stone Mountain, Ga.) as the Jake “The Snake” Roberts. That alone is reason to make Dewulf today’s LLOD.

Good Sportsman or Bad Sportsman?

Sixers forward Evan Turner threw down a huge and completely unnecessary last-second dunk against the Lakers on Sunday, then realized he shouldn’t have done it and immediately apologized to them. As you can see in the video, several members of the Lakers were less than pleased with Turner’s action.

Move Over, Jon Kitna

A lot was made last week about 41-year-old Jon Kitna leaving his job as a high school math teacher to join the Cowboys for yesterday’s game (and donating his $53,000 game check to the school). The Indianapolis Star has a great story on 23-year-old minor league pitcher Alex Meyer, who also works as a substitute teacher at Greensburg High School making $63/day.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

LeBron James :: Michael J. LeBrecht II/SI

He may currently be the world’s best basketball player, but in February 2002 LeBron James was still a relatively unknown high schooler when SI put him on its cover with the headline, “The Chosen One.” As James celebrates his 29th birthday, we look back on Grant Wahl‘s profile of the 17-year-old prodigy.

“Then again, the world behind the velvet rope is nothing new to LeBron. Last summer he was the only schoolboy invited to play in Jordan’s top-secret workouts in Chicago. LeBron speaks regularly with Boston Celtics star Antoine Walker, who is his best friend among NBA players. Those floor tickets to the Cavaliers game? LeBron’s surrogate father, Eddie Jackson, simply made a call to Cleveland coach John Lucas. Already LeBron has hung out withMichael Finley, Tracy McGrady and Jerry Stackhouse, to say nothing of his favorite rapper, Jay-Z. “He’s a cool guy too,” LeBron says. “We went to his hotel first, and then I had backstage passes.” Did we say LeBron just turned 17?

“At this age LeBron is better than anybody I’ve seen in 37 years in this business, including Kevin [Garnett] and Kobe [Bryant] and Tracy,” says Sonny Vaccaro, the Adidas rep who signed the first shoe deals with Jordan (forNike), Bryant and McGrady.”"

Odds and Ends

The Knicks celebrated back-to-back losses to Toronto by going to a club … The 100 best stories of 2014 … Two married Alabama fans named their daughter Krimson Tyde – and are surprised people are mocking them for it …. Tickets to Saturday’s Texas Bowl were going for one penny on StubHub before kickoff … Alabama quarterback A.J. McCarron photobombed two girls … Floyd Mayweather got his fiancee a 25-carat ring and 50-carat bracelet.

Celebration Of The Day

The Wisconsin football team goes crazy after the Packers go-ahead touchdown against the Bears yesterday.

Wake Up!

ESPN’s Mike Ditka takes a quick nap during Sunday NFL Countdown. Luckily, colleague Keyshawn Johnson was there to wake him up.

Longhorns-Ducks Dance-Off

The two teams compete in a Dougie dance-off as part of the festivities at the Valero Alamo Bowl.