He’s Back, Brother

Hulk Hogan :: Courtesy of WWE

I’m back from SI Swimsuit launch week in Miami — thank you to Brett Smiley for taking over while I was gone. I’ll have more on the Miami excursion in PM Clicks. Meanwhile, the legendary Hulk Hogan returned to the ring last night to promote the launch of the WWE Network (also known as porn for pro wrestling fans). The Camel Clutch Blog looks back at Hogan’s top WWF feuds, while Brandon Stroud discusses the comeback.

Who You Gonna Call?

The FDNY Hook & Ladder 8, better known as The Ghostbusters House, paid tribute to the late Harold Ramis today.

This Has My Support

Please sign this White House Petition to declare MLB’s Opening Day an official national holiday.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

January Jones posted this great awkward photo of herself at age 9. She has clearly grown into her looks since then.

Mascot Updates

With Mardi Gras a week away, the New Orleans Pelicans unleashed King Baby Cake during last night’s game. Not to be outdone, Bradley introduced its new mascot, Kaboom!

Only in Vegas

The ECHL’s Las Vegas Ramblers will play their home games on the roof of the Plaza Hotel and Casino for the next five years.

From the SI Vault

Celtics and 76ers (1985) :: Heinz Kluetmeier/SI

Several people emailed me this photo of a Sixers fan passed out in the front row during last night’s game and it’s hard to blame him. The Sixers lost by 20, at home, to the Bucks (a.k.a. – the NBA’s worst team). So for all the ailing Philly fans out there, I present a young Charles Barkley gliding past Larry Bird on his way to the hoop.

Odds and Ends

This kid’s Air Jordan haircut did not end well … J.R. Smith tried to pull down Vince Carter’s headband during last night’s game … Jazz rookie Rudy Gobert fell for the old “popcorn in the SUV” gag … Players on the Heat don’t want Danny Granger to join their team … A spelling bee ran out of words … The Walking Dead clobbered the Olympics in ratings.

Mortgage Refinancing With Sage Kotsenburg

The gold medal winning snowboarder shows off his acting chops on Conan.

The Seth Myers Era Begins

The SNL star debuted his new late night talk show last night and welcomed Amy Poehler as his first guest.

Andre the Giant Challenges Hulk Hogan

A classic interview from 1979.

Muhammad Ali’s Best Photos

Fifty years ago today, Muhammad Ali (known then as Cassius Clay) beat Sonny Liston in Miami Beach to become heavyweight champion of the world for the first time. To celebrate, SI has selected its 100 all-time best Ali photos, of which I’ve picked my favorites for the gallery above.

Athletes and Their Expensive Cars

It’s Always Sunny in Detroit has a look at Justin Verlander’s ridiculous car collection. Heat guard Dwyane Wade, meanwhile, is trying to unload his autographed McLaren MP4-12C for a mere $799,000. I think both could take a page from Redskins RB Alfred Morris and buy a used Mazda.

Like Father, Like Son

Tom Brady and his four-year-old son, Benjamin, worked out at a beach in Santa Monica. The little guy’s hat may look familiar.

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Lucy from Boston wrote in to request Sarah Dumont be made a LLOD. I’d never heard of her but did some research and decided Lucy made a wise recommendation … Irina Shayk knows how to model shoes … Emily DiDonato turned 23 yesterday and SwimDaily celebrated with a tribute to the SI Swimsuit model … Sierra Merchant is another model worth keeping an eye on.

Get Your Popcorn

Dennis Rodman’s visit to North Korea, where he hung out with dictator Kim Jong Un, is being made into a movie. It can’t be much worse than Simon Sez.

Making Pittsburgh Proud

Penguins goalie Marc-Andre Fleury will pay tribute to the Steelers with this football-themed goalie mask during Saturday’s game against Chicago at Soldier Field. Somewhere, Willie Stargell and Terry Bradshaw are smiling at the show of Pittsburgh pride.

Remember The Jerky Boys?

Rolling Stone has a huge feature on the prank call legends of the 1990s.

Faces of the 40-Yard Dash

The NFL’s official Twitter account struck gold with this idea.

Odds and Ends

Sweden’s Erik Karlsson may unload his silver medal on eBay … Wannabe hipsters in New York City are paying $7,000 for facial hair transplants, a surgery that helps make beards look thicker and less patchy … Gerald Butler will star in the remake of Point Break … NYU is bringing back its baseball program after a 40-year hiatus … The Oklahoma State equipment manager forgot about Marcus Smart … The funniest photos from MLB’s Media Day … Will the NBA add a four-point line?

Feel-Good Video Of The Day

The Laurel (Mont.) boys basketball student-manager Seth Kraft, all 4-foot-1 of him, gets some playing time for his 18th birthday. (HT For The Win)

Ric Flair at 65

Ric Flair turns 65 today and Uproxx has a two-hour collection of his best promos. This is Part 1.

So Long, MovieFone

The famous 777-FILM number is going down and will be replaced by an app. Here’s Kramer taking over the helm during a 1995 episode of Seinfeld.

Partying With Rajon Rondo

Celtics guard Rajon Rondo is under fire for skipping the team’s trip to Sacramento so he could stay in Los Angeles and celebrate his birthday (though he wasn’t scheduled to play in the game). It seems odd to me that the team didn’t scold him in private and tell the media that it was an excused absence, but Rondo has also been on the trading block since 2009, so what do I know?

With all this talk of Rondo and partying, I felt compelled to bust out these never-before-seen photos from 2008 of the Celtics guard enjoying a day at the skating rink with some young friends.

Metta World Peace’s Greatest Hits

Metta World Peace wasn’t exactly 1992 Michael Jordan during his short tenure on the Knicks, but he did leave quite a Twitter legacy.

Sports in Unusual Venues

Canadian tennis star Eugenie Bouchard, who we last saw confessing her love for Justin Bieber at the Australian Open, practiced yesterday on a floating court in Acapulco Bay, Mexico. Think that’s weird? Here’s an entire gallery of sports in unusual venues.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

UFC Octagon girl Arianny Celeste called Ronda Rousey a bad role model for women, continuing a battle of words between the two. I don’t really have a horse in the race, but Guyism created these 16 awesome Celeste GIFs so I’m going to make her today’s LLOD.

Aaron Hernandez Prison Update

The fomer Patriots tight end, who is currently in jail awaiting trial on first-degree murder and weapons charges, attacked an inmate while taking a walk.

Carlos Martinez Porn Update

After getting caught “favoriting” (is that a word?) dozens of links to porn on his Twitter account, Cardinals pitcher Carlos Martinez has removed said links and his social media is now kid-friendly.

From the SI Vault

Charlie Ward and Warren Sapp :: Damian Strohmeyer/SI

Warren Sapp and Charlie Ward:: Damian Strohmeyer/SI

Heisman Trophy winner and Florida State outfielder Jameis Winston is trying to make it as a two-sport star and faced off against the Yankees on Tuesday. A little over 20 years ago, a Seminoles quarterback named Charlie Ward also played two sports and eventually carved out a nice NBA career for himself. In this 1992 photo, Ward outruns Warren Sapp during a Seminoles-Hurricanes matchup. For more vintage sports photos, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow my personal Twitter account and Extra Mustard as well.

Odds and Ends

The Lehigh Valley IronPigs don’t just have bacon hats, they also have bacon strips on their pants … Ron Jaworski is not a Johnny Manziel fan … The 25 funniest moments in Instagram history … Larry King will host a Dodgers talk show on SportsNet LA … A map of every state’s favorite band.

Ejection of the Day

DeMarcus Cousins was not a fan of last night’s referees.

Commercial of the Day

Tom Izzo dances on a ladder.

Lip Sync Battle

Paul Rudd and Jimmy Fallon square off.

Guilty Dogs

The headline says it all.

Charles Barkley In College

Auburn’s War Eagle Reader uncovered this great video of Charles Barkley in college discussing his favorite nicknames including “Sir Loin”, “Boy Gorge”, “The Round Mound of Rebound” and (my personal favorite), “The Leaning Tower of Pizza.” SI’s Alexander Wolff visited Auburn in March 1984 to profile Barkley and his improbable rise to stardom:

“In three seasons Barkley has become a mythic figure in the SEC—larger than life and just about everything else. At Tennessee, someone dressed as a Domino’s Pizza deliveryman approached Barkley in the pregame layup line to take his order. Kentucky forward Winston Bennett calls Barkley ’a cartoon character.’ Says Auburn assistant coach Mack McCarthy, ‘He loves LSU fans best of all because they’re so nasty.’

The preferred epithet in Baton Rouge is Fat Boy. But you could construct a thesaurus entry of the nicknames Barkley has inspired in his travels: Bread Truck, the Love Boat, Food World, the Crisco Kid, the Wide Load from Leeds, Ton of Fun, the Leaning Tower of Pizza, the Goodtime Blimp and the prevailing Round Mound of Rebound are just a few. ‘He’s my favorite player in college basketball,’says Oklahoma’s Wayman Tisdale, who played withBarkley at the Sports Festival. ‘I call him the Eighth Wonder of the World.’”

Texas Rangers Go To The Bathroom

Can’t think of a better place for official player photos.

Michael Jordan, Trash Talk Extrordinaire

Michael Jordan is known for talking trash on the basketball court but it also extends off the hardwood. Golfer Ian Poulter debuted his Sirius/XM show this week and told a story about MJ trying to psych him out during the 2012 Ryder Cup. Jordan served as advisor to the U.S. team that year.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Lea Michele has a new photo shoot out for V Magazine … A video tribute to Kate Upton and her bikinis … The day’s best supermodel selfies … Kat Dennings nearly busted out of her dress during a visit to David Letterman on Tuesday.

Johnny Manziel Fan Club

I can say with confidence that former LLOD Lauren Hanley is a member of the Johnny Manziel Fan Club and may even be dating the former Aggies quarterback. One person who isn’t a fan is former Oklahoma Sooners and Dallas Cowboys coach Barry Switzer, who called Manziel “an arrogant little pr**k” during an appearance on on CBS Sports Radio in St. Louis Wednesday morning. Switzer then removed his pants, grabbed a beer and laughed maniacally.

Quote of the Day

“I think if Geno Smith were in this draft class, he’d be the number one (QB)”
-Phil Simms on Mad Dog Sports Radio. Smith finished last season with 12 touchdowns, 21 interceptions and a 55.8 completion percentage.

Alabama Pride (just not in library)

The staff at Alabama’s Gorgas Library would prefer you do not yell “Roll Tide” in their facility.

Odds and Ends

Here’s a great Vine of Counting Crows frontman Adam Duritz and his hair … Michigan State football coach Mark Dantonio signed a six-year extension worth $3.64 million a season … College basketball mascot makeovers … The Diet Coke Slurpee has arrived … White Sox slugger Adam Dunn has been invited to The Academy Awards for Dallas Buyers Club, in which he was an investor.

Take That, Dwight

Dwight Howard plays 1-on-1 against a little kid, rejects him and then gets taken to school on the next play.

Charles Barkley Auburn Highlights

You’ve seen the photos. Now watch Sir Charles in action at Auburn.

Before They Were Stars

A look at this year’s Oscar nominees in their earliest roles (HT Uproxx)

Chris Bosh :: Peter Gregoire/SI

Chris Bosh isn’t just a basketball player. The Heat center guest starred as Heimdall (Asgardian warrior-god and guardian of the rainbow bridge) in Sunday’s episode of Marvel’s Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. We caught up with Bosh to discuss his new endeavor, Parks and Rec, SI Swimsuit and that photo of him in a cowboy outfit.

Hot Clicks: Thanks for giving me a few minutes, Chris. Tell me how you got involved with Marvel.

Chris Bosh: I have a great agency, CAA. I guess they pulled some strings for me. I got the chance to auditon and I was fortunate enough to be chosen. I’m very, very excited.

Hot Clicks: I read that you want to do voiceover work. Is that something you still want to pursue?

Chris Bosh: Absolutely. I’ve been pursuing it for a year and a half now. People keep telling me I have a good voice so I want to see if I can turn that into something.

Hot Clicks: You play with the best player in the world, LeBron James. When it comes to the end of games and a possible game-winning shot, does your coach bother calling a play in the huddle or does everyone just know the ball is going to LeBron?

Chris Bosh: Well, you can draw up a play but very seldom are you going to get a guy open in an easy-to-read situation. At the end of games, guys just have to make plays and LeBron is the best at that.

Hot Clicks: What’s it been like playing with Greg Oden this year? I get the feeling you guys are genuinely pulling for him.

Chris Bosh: We’re all happy for him. I couldn’t imagine how tough it would be being away from the game as long as it was for him. He’s working extremely hard every day. They had to bring him along slowly and everything but now he’s in position where he can get consistent minutes and I think he’s going to help us a lot. When all is said and done, he’ll make some plays for us and he’ll be one of the reasons we’re successful in the future.

Hot Clicks: What’s he like off the court?

Chris Bosh: He doesn’t say anything. He doesn’t say a word. He’s very quiet.

Hot Clicks: How about The Bird Man [Chris Anderson]? Is he quiet?

Chris Bosh: Bird is a social guy. He talks a lot. We’re both from Texas so we stick together. He’s a good dude — loves playing basketball and having a good time. Whether you want to hang out or get something to eat, he’s always there.

Hot Clicks: So I always get a huge reaction when I post your cowboy photo on my Twitter feed. Tell me about that day.

Chris Bosh: That was in New Orleans. It was my idea. It just comes from a lot more free time. I didn’t have a family back then and was having fun. The pressures of winning wasn’t as great back then and I had some free time to do things. I just wanted to show my creative side a little it, make people laugh and have a good time.

Hot Clicks: Has your wife seen that?

Chris Bosh: No. Just in the pictures.

Hot Clicks: It looks like you’ll face off against Indiana again for the Eastern Conference crown. Do you find yourself more sore after playing against Roy Hibbert and David West than other players?

Chris Bosh: Yeah, definitely. A tough physical team like they are – you’re going to feel it. That’s what it’s about. the battles, the competition. Every possession you have to work — every loose ball, every rebound. They’re a very good team and the best competition in the East right now.

Hot Clicks: Have you ever met Larry Bird?

Chris Bosh: No, I have not.

Hot Clicks: Moving on, you appeared in an episode of Parks and Recreation. What was that like?

Chris Bosh: It was awesome. I’ve watched the show, of course, and it was surreal being there. You get to go behind the scenes and see how everything is made. It was just really, really cool and I’m really glad they invited me. I think it came out pretty good.

Hot Clicks: I saw a video where Aubrey Plaza discusses how went undercover and tried to be your hair stylist on the show and and you didn’t realize.

Chris Bosh: I came to find out after — I wasn’t up on the joke. To be honest, I was kinda nervous. I was about to be on Parks and Rec so I wasn’t really paying attention to the hair lady. I kept saying “I’m fine.” I just wanted to get in there and deliver my lines right.

Hot Clicks: The SI Swimsuit issue just came out. Do you have a favorite swimsuit model – past or present?

Chris Bosh: I do not. I was never into models. We couldn’t afford the SI edition when I was little. It was just something you looked at on the shelf and kept on moving.

Sean Avery Joins DWTS

Sean Avery :: Dimitrios Kambouris/WireImage; Jeff Zelevansky/Icon SMI

Notorious NHL pest Sean Avery, who retired nearly two years ago, has been tapped to join the latest cast of Dancing With The Stars. The Ontario native played on four teams in his 12-year career and famously dated Rachel Hunter, Elisha Cuthbert, Hilary Rhoda and (according to rumors) Bravo TV’s Andy Cohen. He is currently engaged to Rhoda, a former SI Swimsuit model. Avery joins a long list of sports figures who have appeared on DWTS.

Best Baseball Promotion Ever

The San Diego Padres are offering fans season tickets if they can hit a ball out of pitcher-friendly Petco Park. The “Swing for your Seats” promotion gives fans (16 and over) one swing (on two pitches) to go yard with the grand prize being two season tickets in the upper infield section.

Brewers Adopt Stray Dog, Name Him Hank, Make Him Team Mascot

Meet the newest member of the Milwaukee Brewers — Hank the stray dog. The pooch had been wondering around the team’s spring training facility and quickly became a hit among the players. He even participated in his first mascot race (while wearing a hot dog costume) on Wednesday.

Lovely Ladies Of The Day

SI Swimsuit rookies Sara Sampaio and Gigi Hadid took their talents to the Jersey Shore for a memorable photo shoot. Does one of them deserve Rookie of the Year honors? Vote now.

John Rocker = Still Crazy

Former Braves pitcher John Rocker, whose career was famously sidetracked by this 1999 SI profile, got into a Twitter argument with a parody account when he posed this important question.

America’s Top Three Strip Clubs Are…

Chiefs cornerback Brandon Flowers weighs in.

SI Vault Photo of the Day

Chris Bosh :: Peter Gregoire/SI

I interviewed Chris Bosh about his cameo on Parks and Recreation, playing with Greg Oden, SI Swimsuit and the circumstances surrounding this bizarre cowboy photo of 2008. Turns out the whole thing was his idea.

Odds and Ends

Someone took a baseball bat to Richie Incognito‘s Ferrari … A fan was ejected during last night’s Auburn-South Carolina game … Marlins president David Samson was given the boot during the season premiere of Survivor … It may just be spring training but Josh Reddick made the catch of the baseball season (and followed up with the second-best catch) … The inmate Aaron Hernandez beat up on Tuesday was in handcuffs during the attack … Former Talking Heads singer David Byrne covered Biz Markie’s “Just a Friend” during a recent concert … Greg Popovich and Bill Clinton went on a lunch date … Ryan Dempster threw at his young son during batting practice.

You Don’t See This Everyday

The sneaker of Spurs guard Manu Ginobli rips apart in the middle of a game.

A Fond Farewell

Panthers center Ryan Kalil and other members of the Panthers burst into song to bid farewell to retiring teammate Jordan Gross.

February – The Month in News Bloopers

These never get old.

He’s Baaack

John Moschitta Jr. (aka – The Micro Machine Guy) summarizes this year’s Best Picture nominees in less than a minute. Where has he been the past 20 years?

Classic Photos of Junior

It has been a good week for Dale Earnhardt Jr. He won the Daytona 500, sent out his first tweet and made the cover of SI. SI has been covering Junior since he was little and collected his best photos for this gallery (of which I cherry-picked my favorites above).

Man of the People

How can you not love Mike Matheny? The Cardinals manager determined that the losers of an intra-squad scrimmage would have to perform the duties of the team’s clubhouse staff. After the game, Matheny decided to join the losing team and assigned himself to clean toilets.

Another Reason To Love Kevin Durant

I’m not even sure I would go this out of the way for a random cameraman (though I probably would if my mom was right there).

(Throwback) Lovely Lady Of The Day

The second season of The Americans premiered on FX last night. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than to make Keri Russell (a.k.a. – Felicity) today’s Throwback LLOD.

Introducing Football Golf

The sport has actually been around since 2009 but I’m just finding out about it now. Is there a course in NYC anywhere?

Wipeout

Sydney Leroux won Instagram a few months ago when she posted photos of her Hawaiian vacation with Alex Morgan. She may have done so again when her attempt at a Happy Gilmore-like golf swing went horribly wrong.

Michael Jordan Made $90 Million in 2013

This is how he did it.

Photo of the Day

Carlos Moncrief :: AP Photo/Paul Sancya

No, Indians outfielder Carlos Moncrief did not catch this ball before it fell into a random kitchen. The kitchen is actually a picture of a kitchen that is on the outfield wall at Goodyear Park.

Odds and Ends

The Toledo Mud Hens will wear Ghostbusters-themed jerseys during a game later this season … Ravens safety Matt Elam is working at a shoe store this offseason … Frank Thomas is adamant that Alex Rodriguez will not make the Hall of Fame … These people are putting way too much stock on the impact of Dead Poets Society … Carlton Fisk‘s home run ball from Game 6 of the 1975 World Series is up for action. It was last sold for $113,273 in 1999 … Did you know Stacey Kiebler was once a Ravens cheerleader?

Flashback: 1993 MTV Rock N’ Jock Basketball Game

John Stewart on commentary.

House of Cards – West Wing Edition

The West Wing opening using the cast of House of Cards.

Joba’s New Tattoo

Joba Chamberlain :: @freepsports

Tigers pitcher Joba Chamberlain got creative with the scar from his 2011 Tommy John surgery and turned it into a happy face. Rumor has it he was considering this tiny stretch of ink but opted against it after being traded to Detroit.

LeBron Makes Internet Explode

What happens when you combine a creepy black mask, the planet’s biggest basketball star and a nationally televised game? Twitter mayhem, as was the case during last night’s Heat-Knicks game. LeBron capped of the night by appearing with Jimmy Fallon on this phenomenal old-school rap.

Paging Fisher Price Executives

If you don’t make this Gilbert Arenas and Nick Young shootout into a commercial, you’re dropping a huge ball. I wish I could have this much fun just one time in my life.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Alex Morgan is one of three athletes in this year’s SI Swimsuit issue (the other two are Skylar Diggins and Anastasia Ashley). Morgan is currently nursing an ankle injury, which should give her plenty of time to vote in this year’s SI Swimsuit Rookie of the Year race.

Today’s Eloquent Metaphor

“Like poop through a diarrhea infected goose, Benn goes through everyone.”
-Dallas Stars analyst Daryl “Razor” Reaugh, describing Jamie Benn‘s goal during Thursday’s game against Carolina.

Eight Seconds With Tim Tebow

Tim Tebow’s name popped up among Ohio State’s 42 self-reported violations to the NCAA. Urban Meyer and Tebow were hanging out while the Buckeyes coach was on the phone with recruit Clifton Garrett. Tebow then got on the phone and spoke to Garrett for eight seconds, a no-no according to NCAA rules.

From the SI Vault

Gilbert Arenas :: Simon Bruty/SI

I’m still laughing over that Gilbert Arenas-Nick Young video, so I decided to hunt down the goofiest Gilbert Arenas photo I could find. For more vintage sports photos, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow my personal Twitter account and Extra Mustard as well.

Odds and Ends

Roger Staubach is the NFL’s highest paid retired player at $13 million a year … Nike debuted Air Jordans designed for skaters … This $60 million high school football stadium looks like a colossal waste of money … Barry Switzer has some interesting opinions about recruiting quarterbacks … Jimmer Fredette is a free man … Fort Greene residents aren’t loving Spike Lee these days … SI Swimsuit model Nina Agdal loves her Carl’s Jr. fish sandwiches.

Take That, LeBron

Kevin Love shows that he, like LeBron James, can use the wall for a trick dunk.

Half-Court Shot Of The Day

A one-armed high school student nails a half-court shot for $100. Seems like the payout should’ve been higher. Just saying.

Michael Jordan vs. Xavier McDaniel

Wichita State is No. 2 in Luke Winn’s latest college basketball rankings. This led me to search for WSU alum Xavier McDaniel videos and I found this gem of a heated 1992 playoff game between the Knicks and Bulls.

Husky Of The Day

Not sure if I’m posting too many dog videos (feedback always welcome, by the way. I’m at andy_gray@simail.com) but as an ex-Husky owner, this video kinda forced my hand.

The Evolution of Don Zimmer

Rays Index created this chart showing the different teams Don Zimmer has been with in his 66 years of professional baseball. SI has been covering Zimmer since his playing days with the Brooklyn Dodgers, so I dug into the Vault to find these classic images of the baseball icon.

Yet Another Amazing Minor League Hockey Jersey

I’ve already discussed my love of bizarre minor league hockey jerseys and the Las Vegas Wranglers are the latest team to join in on the fun. On Saturday, the Wranglers will debut a Spider-Man jersey for its game against Idaho.

The Cost of Victory

According to The Moscow Times, all Russian gold medal winners received $200,000 and a Mercedes SUV worth $146,500. Silver and bronze medals also won a Mercedes, although one of lesser value.

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Karolina Kurkova turns 30 today and Coed is celebrating with her 30 best photos … The 101 hottest celebrity Instagram pics of the week … SI Swimsuit models on the big screen … Joanna Krupa knows how to dress … Sarah Stage is a model to keep an eye on.

Just Call Him Mr. Football

You know you’re cool when your nickname has a nickname (see Ric Flair, who is sometimes called “Naitch” which is a nickname for Nature Boy). Johnny Manziel has now reached that status as people have stopped calling him “Johnny Football” and now refer to him as “Mr. Football.”

Worst Son Ever

Pernell “Sweat Pea” Whitaker went to court to have his mother evicted from the Virginia house he gave her 30 years ago. He then went onto describe the legal victory as a “beautiful moment.”

Obama and Biden Make Strange, Awesome Video

The president and vice-president jogged around The White House to promote the “Let’s Move” campaign.

Sports Moment of the Year

This is championship point of the first ever SI Swimsuit Beach Volleyball Tournament, which occurred last week and pitted eight teams of models and Miami chefs in a single-elimination tournament. SwimDaily has a huge behind-the-scenes gallery of the tournament and other swimsuit launch week activities. I suggest watching for the Sara Sampaio dance toward the end.

Odds and Ends

The Pacers had $1 million hanging out on a table in their locker room. No big deal … Australian hurdler Michele Jenneke ate a sausage (and that is considered news in 2014) … Here’s a ranking of rappers’ sports careers … An in-depth look at Alec Baldwin devouring a hot dog in New York City yesterday … This is how tennis players would accept their Oscar Awards … Chad Johnson once waited outside the locker room to fight Ray Lewis … SI Swimsuit models Chanel Iman, Bregje Heinen, and Gigi Hadid teach you how to take a proper selfie.

Jameis Being Jameis

Jameis Winston busts out the robot videobomb during ESPN’s broadcast of a FSU baseball game.

The Baron Davis Comeback Continues

The latest in Baron Davis‘ return to glory (with a special appearance by Yao Ming)!

Vintage TV Commercials of the 1980s

This was may more entertaining that I expected.

The Most Difficult Job on the Planet

Have a laugh with comedian Bill Burr before starting your weekend. Just listen with headphones, because there is cursing — and make sure your wife doesn’t hear.

Man of the People

He may go to one of the nation’s most unpopular schools but Jabari Parker is hard to dislike. Whether playing pickup ball with fellow Duke students (as he is in the above gallery) or giving away “Jabari Bars” to fans tenting in Krzyzewskiville, Parker has quickly become a fan favorite. He is currently slotted at No. 2 in Chris Mannix‘s NBA Big Board behind Kansas freshman Andrew Wiggins.

Oscar Wrap-Up

I skipped last night’s Oscars and from most accounts, it was a boring affair highlighted by selfies and pizza. SI Swimsuit model Kate Upton and Tigers backup catcher Bryan Holaday enjoyed the festivities while Indians closer John Axford went 18-for-18 with his Oscar predictions. Also of note, Argentina soccer legend Diego Maradona received props during the acceptance speech for best foreign language film. At Extra Mustard, we looked back at classic athlete roles in non-sport movies (think Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in Airplane) and recast them with modern sports figures.

Speaking of Selfies

People were taking them in 1920 — and here is the evidence.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Model Miranda Kerr wore this dress to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, which gives her today’s LLOD honors.

Hot Clicks Giveaway

Cinedigm and NFL Films have teamed up to celebrate Seattle’s Super Bowl victory with the release of Super Bowl XLVIII Champions Seattle Seahawks. The film, which includes never-before-seen footage and bonus features from the Seahawks’ first championship, is available on DVD, BluRay and digital download on March 4. I have 12 copies to give away (that’s right, 12!!) and will send them to the first 12 people who can tell me (via email to andy_gray@simail.com) the name of Marshawn Lynch‘s dog. We may or may not have discussed it during our interview in late January. Please make the subject line “Seahawks DVD.”

Update (11:52 a.m.): Contest is over. Winners will be notified this afternoon. There will be another giveaway this week, probably Wednesday. Stay tuned.

Kobe and His Piano

Kobe Bryant tweeted out a photo of his custom “Kobe Piano” on Saturday evening, which is being used to market his new sneakers.

From the SI Vault

Mark-Paul Gosselaar :: Getty Images

I usually reserve this space for classic sports photos, but Mark-Paul Gosselaar (a.k.a. Zack Morris) turned 40 on Saturday, and I felt that an exception needed to be made. Let’s just hope someone got him a new cell phone for the occasion.

Now These Are Cool Uniforms

Brett had this in Weekend Clicks but I’m repeating it here because I love it. Freelance graphic artist Mr. Design Junkie created NCAA concept uniforms and they are incredible.

Odds and Ends

Red Sox pitcher Jake Peavy was scratched from his spring training start because of an accident with his fishing knife … Pistons center Andre Drummond is a bad kisser, at least according to his former girlfriend (and iCarly star) Jennette McCurdy … Russell Wilson has twice declined an invitation to appear on Dancing With The Stars … Fifty thoughts from the 2014 Sloan Conference at MIT … NFL free agency moves that make sense for each team … Josh Reddick and Brock Lesnar hung out together at a NASCAR race … Mark Cuban thinks players should go to the D-League instead of college … Randy Moss‘ daughter Sydney, who plays college hoops for Thomas More College, broke the women’s single-game Division III scoring record with 63 points in a 106-88 victory over Waynesburg … Pearl Jam’s former accountant was sentenced to 14 months in prison after stealing $300,000 from the band.

Feel-Good Reunion

Two Pacers fans (who are brothers) win $300 in a shooting contest, and then are surprised by the return of their brother, who was stationed in Afghanistan. Here’s a better angle of the reunion.

Golf Shot Of The Day

Paula Cramer snapped a four-year winless streak with this 75-foot put at the HSBC Women’s Champions in Singapore.

Bad Moments in Mascoting

Hoffi, the mascot for Bundesliga team Hoffenheim, lost his head during Sunday’s game against Wolfsburg. It could’ve been worse … just ask The Shockmaster!

Allen Iverson Photo Tribute

The 76ers retired Allen Iverson’s number 3 jersey during a halftime ceremony on Saturday, and NBA stars including LeBron James and Kobe Bryant gave props to A.I. on Twitter. The two best tributes, however, were Marlon Byrd‘s customized batting practice jersey and the haircut received by this Sixers fan. I’ve collected some of my favorite Iverson photos for the gallery above.

Here’s a List of Free Stuff Given to Academy Award Nominees

I’m mesmerized by this list, which includes everything from organic pet shampoo ($20) to a Japanese vacation ($15,000). The total value of the items is $85,000.

Living the Good Life

It’s been a great two weeks for Hank, the stray pup who showed up at Brewers spring training and was adopted by the team. Not only has he become a cult hero in Milwaukee, but he also got to hang out with Melanie Iglesias over the weekend and then got to destroy a Cubs chew toy.

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Jacqueline Schaffer is a model I just learned about today. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter … Here’s a historical look at SI Swimsuit models on the Oscar Red Carpet … Victoria’s Secret model Martha Hunt wore a blue bikini to the beach … Jaclyn Betham is the latest model featured on Me In My Place … The greatest butts in movie poster history.

Would You Wear This New Tampa Bay Buccaneers Jersey in Public?

I kind of like them (though the first option is, obviously, to go back to the creamsicle uniforms).

Look Who’s Getting in Shape

Bill Belichick (in trademark ripped hoodie) visits the gym with girlfriend Linda Holliday.

Odds and Ends

Nike unveiled its World Cup uniform for the U.S. soccer team and it looks like a golf shirt … Stan Kroenke is the wealthiest man in sports, according to Forbes … A Purdue student was sentenced to 90 days in jail for hacking into the school’s computer system and giving himself straight A’s … Matthew McConaughey at his high school prom … Fourteen world-changing data visualizations from the last four centuries … The ugliest uniforms in sports history.

Hockey Goal of the Day

Robert Clerc scored this lacrosse-style goal (a.k.a. – The Michigan) during a New York State Amateur Hockey Association high school club tournament game. (HT Yahoo’s Prep Rally Blog)

A Tribute to Uncle Phil

James Avery, better known as Uncle Phil from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, was left out of last night’s “In Memoriam” segment. Here are some of his best moments from the show.

Meteorologist/Singer of the Day

WGN’s Dan Ponce sings to Chicago residents who are sick of the snow. This is amazing.

The King’s Big Night

LeBron James :: AP Photo/J Pat Carter

LeBron James poured in a career-high 61 points last night as the Heat cruised to a 124-107 victory over the Bobcats. Miami forward Shane Battier summed up the night perfectly with a quote I don’t completely understand: ”This is what the yogis talk about, about reaching that alternate level of consciousness.” Meanwhile in New York, the Knicks are reaching an alternate level of awful and fans of all ages are not happy about it.

Dancing Rob Ryans Hit New Orleans

It’s Mardi Gras and New Orleans is celebrating. Among the revelers is Saints defensive coordinator Rob Ryan, who is slated to be grand marshal for the Krewe of Argus parade today. The crew has already infiltrated The Big Easy with a caravan of Ryan look-alikes.

Dumb Baseball Injury of the Day

Angels infielder Ian Stewart was scratched from the lineup yesterday after being hit in the nose while “messing around with daughter.” This is another in a long line of bizarre baseball injuries, many of which we tracked in this handy photo gallery.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Ariel Meredith is one of my favorite SI Swimsuit models (translation: she’s nice to me) and is now dating Giants receiver Hakeem Nicks. Check out her 2014 swimsuit photos and this memorable GIF from 2013 that never got the credit it deserved.

History of World Cup Soccer Balls

This GIF shows every World Cup soccer ball since 1930.

The 20 Best College Basketball Bench Celebrations

Lost Letterman ranks the NCAA’s best benches and their “delightfully over-the-top reactions.”

SI Vault Photo of the Day

It’s National Pancake Day (free pancakes at IHOP!)and as luck would have it, I have two pancake-related photos — one is former Orioles ace Jim Palmer and the other Louisville guard Russ Smith. I couldn’t decide which was better so I’m using them both.

Odds and Ends

Extra Mustard looks at bad mascot behavior and its legal consequence … Time.com profiled MMA fighter Ann Osman, who is Asian, female and Muslim … Mandatory has a complex breakdown of the different types of sports fans … This was an ugly sequence from Pistons guard Brandon Jennings … Bill Cosby wore a really tight Oregon jersey yesterday … Dodgers rookie Hyun-Jin Ryu really likes his Ramen Noodles … Former pro wrestler Bill Goldberg has a goat named Goatberg … Bruce Springsteen and E Street Band will headline a free Final Four music festival.

Stephen Curry vs. Mark Jackson

The Warriors coach and his best player engage in a shooting contest held after the team’s practice in Indianapolis on Monday.

33 Simpsons Impressions in 5 Minutes

Voice actor Brock Baker nails it.

How to Make Jabari Parkers

In Monday’s A.M. Clicks, we told you about Duke freshman Jabari Parker passing out his trademark “Jabari Bars” to fans tenting in Krzyzewskiville. Here is a video of him making the bars.

The Price is Right Showdown

Two pregnant women named Lisa face off at the wheel. (HT Guyism)

Ugliest Sports Uniforms

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers unveiled their new uniforms on Monday and the internet responded with its trademark ~~positive and happy~~ angry reactions. One blog went so far as to poll fans on whether they would ever be seen in public in such ugly attire. Where do the Bucs’ new togs rank among the ugliest uniforms in sports history? Take a gander at the above gallery and decide for yourself.

Have You Seen Brett Favre Lately?

The Packers legend is looking slightly different than in his NFL days.

Tell Us How You <em>Really</em> Feel

Ian Kinsler was traded from the Rangers to Tigers in the offseason and has come out firing against his old team. In an upcoming feature for ESPN the Magazine, Kinsler calls general manager Jon Daniels a “sleezeball” who pushed Nolan Ryan out of the organization and roots for Texas to go 0-162 next season

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Scarlett Johansson is five months pregnant and expecting her first child this summer. Console yourself with this massive gallery of her best pics … Kaley Cuoco sizzled at the 5th Annual QVC Red Carpet Style event in Beverly Hills … Nobody wears orange pants quite like Candice Swanepoel.

Two Important Spring Training Notes

Chicago first baseman Adam Dunn, an investor in the hit movie Dallas Buyer’s Club, received an Oscar-worthy clubhouse welcome from his White Sox teammates. Meanwhile, in Tigers camp, Torii Hunter kissed an alligator on a dare from Justin Verlander.

Dirk Imitates Arnold

The Mavs forward visited The Dan Patrick Show and busted out his Arnold Schwarzenegger impression.

It Was 20 Years Ago Today

On this day in 1994, Michael Jordan made his MLB debut, going 0-for-1 in a spring training game for the White Sox. The baseball thing never exactly panned out for Jordan, as SI’s Steve Wulf explains in the lead of his famous March 1994 cover story “Err Jordan.”

“He called the first base umpire “the ref.” In the field, he played a single into a double and an out into a single. Though he moves well on the base paths, his best time to first base, 4.35 seconds, is slower than average. At bat he brings to mind a taller, righthanded Rich Gedman—the Walt Hriniak disciple who can no longer hit the ball out of the infield.

At least he has provided baseball people with a conversation starter this spring. Barely concealing their sneers, the scouts and players and writers ask one another, “Have you seen him?” They are not talking about Oddibe McDowell. They are talking, of course, about the rightfield hopeful for the Chicago White Sox, 31-year-old Michael Jordan.

Granted, he looks good in a baseball uniform. Granted, he is the greatest basketball player who has ever lived. Granted, a few weeks of batting practice, an intrasquad game and two exhibitions against the Texas Rangers are not a lot to go on. But this much is clear: Michael Jordan has no more business patrolling rightfield in Comiskey Park than Minnie Minoso has bringing the ball upcourt for the Chicago Bulls.”

On The Bright Side

Things still worked out for Jordan, despite his struggles on the baseball diamond. He earned more in 2013 ($90 million) than every other active athlete besides Floyd Mayweather Jr. and just had twins with new wife Yvette. Also of note, his trademark Air Jordans have been reimagined as high-end fashion brands.

Odds and Ends

It’s Boyz II Men time for Martin Brodeur in New Jersey … Cool collection of actors hanging out with younger versions of themselves … Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray showed off their selfie skills (or lack thereof) during an exhibition match at Madison Square Garden … Robert Kraft and girlfriend Ricki Lander are still going strong … Love these iconic pro wrestler portraits painted on black velvet canvases … DC Sports Bog uncovered this 1979 poll of Redskins players. Miller was the beer of choice back then … This is what happens when someone who isn’t sober lines a soccer field … Did Dancing with the Stars cast too many athletes this season?

Kareem Reprises Airplane! role

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar revisits his legendary role as Roger Murdock for a new Travel Wisconsin commercial.

Feel Good Video Of The Day

This is tremendous. Runners participating in a San Jose road race stop to shake the hand of a 95-year-old World War II veteran watching the event in full military uniform.

Feel Good Video Of The Day II

A soldier who was stationed in Kuwait surprises his wife at an Elmira Jackals hockey game.

(HT Puck Daddy)

25 Years Ago

This Reebok Pump ad, featuring Danny Ainge, Pat Riley, Doc Rivers and a slew of other NBA stars, was everywhere.

Dominique Is Not Impressed

Reactions are still pouring in from LeBron James’ mesmerizing 61-point performance as everyone from NFL star Adrian Peterson to ESPN trollmaster Skip Bayless have praised King James. Everyone except Dominique Wilkins, that is. The former Hawks legend reminded everyone that the explosion came against the Bobcats, “a sub 500 team with a match up nightmare” and that “it isn’t just about slow rotations & poor closeouts. Who made Bron work on the other end w/ Henderson hurt and Al carrying the team?”

Normally I’d call out Wilkins for being the only person (besides Kobe Bryant’s crazy fans) who wasn’t impressed with LeBron. Dominique, however, was my favorite player growing up so I put together a photo gallery instead.

That Was Fun

Bad news for Knicks fans who hoped Chris Smith would be recalled from the D-League and save the season. It isn’t going to happen. J.R’s younger brother packed up and left the Erie BayHawks, the Knicks’ D-League affiliate, because he wasn’t getting enough playing time. Many believe nepotism was at play from the start and Chris never would’ve made the D-League if not for his brother. Pistons guard Brandon Jennings even got into a mini-Twitter battle with J.R. about it.

Joba Chamberlain Needs Your Help

The Tigers hurler isn’t sure what to do with his facial hair this season and needs your help in making a decision.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Elsa Hosk has a new photo shoot out for Express Swimwear, which seems like a good reason to make her today’s LLOD.

Hotel Obama

Dustin Penner is taking his trade from Anaheim to Washington in stride, despite the fact that the Ducks (91 points) are the best team in hockey while the Capitals (61 points) are 18th. The forward tweeted President Obama to ask if he could crash at The White House for a few days and then drafted an unofficial petition for Obama to give him an East Wing couch to sleep on.

World Cup Jerseys Wish List

The 2014 World Cup jerseys have been unveiled and they are pretty blah, especially compared to these kits created by graphic designer Rojito.

From the SI Vault

Fritz and Marilyn Peterson, Mike and Susanne Kekich :: AP

On this day in 1973, Yankee teammates Fritz Peterson (front) and Mike Kekich announce they have traded families, including their wives, children and dogs. Ben Affleck and Matt Damon are making a movie about the whole ordeal.

Odds and Ends

ESPN’s Keith Olberman turned down an invitation to appear on Dancing with the Stars … Former pitcher Ted Lilly joined the Cubs front office as a special assistant to President Theo Epstein and GM Jed Hoyer … Former pro wrestler Buff Bagwell is now a gigolo in Las Vegas … Move over, Ellen. The Simpsons created their own selfie … The Toronto Raptors brought back the purple for their 20th anniversary logo … Larry King once did an interview in a bathrobe … Conan O’Brien will host the MTV Movie Awards … Ten interesting facts about Hulk Hogan … How Starbucks can one day replace your bank … Souther Maine’s Rick Chipman just finished his college wrestling career. He’s 44-years-old.

Rupp Arena Dance Party

Two Kentucky fans put on a show. (HT BeerMugSports)

Best Soccer Saves of All Time

Shortlist has the best soccer saves of all time, including this miracle by Peru’s Angelo Campus during an Under-20 match against Uruguay last year.

Speaking of Amazing Saves

Cody Reichard somehow stops the puck during an ECHL matchup between the Orlando Solar Bears and the Kalamazoo Wings. (HT Guyism)

The Human Highlight Film

SInce I led Hot Clicks with a Dominique Wilkins gallery, it only makes sense to end it with this video of his top 10 dunks. Check out his destruction of Larry Bird at the 1:10 mark.

Landon Donovan at 32

Landon Donovan turned 32 on Tuesday. I usually stay away from soccer in Hot Clicks because it gets confusing with the other Andy Gray around. But it’s a relatively slow news day and our photo department assembled this great collection of Donovan pics. I cherry-picked my favorites for the gallery above.

Tim Duncan. Political Weapon

If you haven’t been following the Bexar County District Attorney race, here’s a quick update. Nicholas LaHood squeaked past Therese Huntzinger by 50 votes to win the Democratic nomination. His secret weapon? Spurs center Tim Duncan, who recorded a message of support for La Hood on Tuesday that was sent to undecided voters.

Who Wants a $1.3 Million Diving Suit?

Esquire has the details for those with a little money to burn.

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Congrats to Sara Sampaio on being named SI Swimsuit’s 2014 Rookie of the Year. Check out her most recent swimsuit photos … The 22 hottest photos of Shailene Woodley … Michelle Lewin took her dog for a walk in this outfit … Lauren Vickers should make your Hump Day a little better … Good to see Hakeem Nicks and SI Swimsuit model Ariel Meredith get some publicity … Jacqueline Suzanne is the Bikini Team’s model of the month.

100 Years (and four days) Ago Today

Harry Caray would’ve turned 100 on Saturday (I’m a little late to this story. Apologies.) This would normally be a good excuse for a Caray gallery to lead PM Clicks but I already played that card. Instead, here are four of his most memorable calls.

NBA Game Movements, Visualized

NBA balls now have tracking devices installed to analyze player movements during games. This is what it looks like.

Hate the Knicks? Good News

A group called “Knicks Fan for Life” have planned a protest outside Madison Square Garden on March 19.

This Seems Appropriate

Ten years ago this week, SI featured high school phenom Sebastian Telfair on its cover and profiled emerging Lightning star Martin St. Louis, who was traded to the Rangers today for Ryan Callahan and picks. This is the first paragraph of Michael Farber‘s story:

The queue started at Claiborne, snaked past Polo and deked toward the Estee Lauder counter before swinging wide to pass fine jewelry. The four-day-long ‘take an extra 25% off already reduced price’ sale was on at Dillard’s in Tampa, and while you couldn’t dismiss the allure of the discounted merchandise, the 500 people lined up in the store on this Friday night were there to see Lightning right wing Martin St. Louis (mar-TAN san lou-EE). Dillard’s had set up a table in the men’s department—although it should have been the boys’ department if you agree with the gibes directed at St. Louis on the ice—for the player’s monthly half-hour radio show and autograph session. Among the fans waiting cheerfully for his arrival was Bianca DiPronio, a junior at Tampa Catholic High. Why? Like, hel-lo. ‘The guy’s adorable,’ says Bianca. ‘He’s so short you can always find him on the ice right away. He’s such a good player, and so cute.’”

Odds and Ends

Yao Ming and Jackie Chan attended a Chinese Congressional meeting together … Kobe Bryant‘s piano makes an appearance in the latest Foot Locker commercial … Charles Barkley is not a fan of ESPN … This dog is very lucky to still be alive … Classic photos of Pete Rose … Darnell Dockett bought another alligator … The Marlins need to find a better option at shortstop than Adeiny Hechavarria.

Model on the Street

SI Swimsuit Rookie of the Year Sara Sampaio and Gigi Hadid play “blonde or brunette” in Miami Beach.

Hockey!!

Red Wings forward Daniel Alfredsson searches for his missing teeth.

Seinfeld Bloopers

I was going to be the 20,000th person to link to the famous “Ukraine is weak” scene from Seinfeld, but I got lost in the YouTube vortex and ended up with this collection of bloopers.

Happy and Excited Dogs

The twirling dogs at the :40 second mark are my favorites.

Landon Donovan is Funny

I don’t ever recall seeing this ad for SportsCenter but since we’re heavy on Landon Donovan, it seemed worth posting.

Chelsea Handler Hates A-Rod

Chelsea Handler and Alex Rodriguez :: Getty Images; Damien Strohmeyer/SI

Chelsea Handler, take a bow. The Chelsea Lately host appeared on The Howard Stern Show yesterday and shared this story about Alex Rodriguez. Apparently, the suspended Yankee third baseman ran into Handler and asked why she always makes fun of him on her show. She replied, “Get away from me, you’re disgusting.” The persistent A-Rod then complimented Handler and said that he’s a big fan of her books. Her reply: “I don’t know why you’re a big fan. I think you’re a f—ing a–hole.” And with that, Chelsea Handler earned a spot in the (non-existent) Hot Clicks Hall of Fame.

Tales From the Greek Freak

Giannis Antetokounmpo has quickly become the NBA’s most lovable rookie. The Bucks forward, who hails from Athens and has taken on the moniker The Greek Freak, was profiled in this week’s SI. The story contains this funny item about Antetokounmpo going to Western Union to send money to his family in Greece. Only, he sent all his money and didn’t have enough left for cab fare, forcing him to run to Bradley Arena so he wouldn’t miss the game. Luckily, he was picked up by a couple a mile before the arena, gave him a ride the rest of the way.

Lance Stephenson Does Mardi Gras

The Pacers guard welcomed the holiday with these Mardi Gras-themed sneakers.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Brittany Parks is a model you should put on your radar. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram.

Bill Walton = Not a NFL Fan

Colts quarterback Andrew Luck was on hand for yesterday’s Stanford-Colorado game and Bill Walton was not impressed. The NBA Hall of Famer was calling the game for ESPN, and when partner Dave Pasch asked what he thought of Luck, Walton said nothing. It was a painful, awkward silence. I say fire Pasch and hire this guy to broadcast games.

Feel-Good Story of the Day

Cayden Taipalus, a third grade student at Michigan’s Challenger Elementary, was upset that a student was denied a hot lunch and had to settle for a cheese sandwich because his lunch account was empty. So eight-year-old Taipalus launched a fundraising campaign to help buy lunches for students who don’t have enough money in their account. He has already raised nearly $20,000.

Feel-Bad Story of the Day

The 80-year-old widow of a retired LIRR engineer is being forced to repay nearly $27,000 in excess pension benefits that the couple received because of an agency clerical error. She was told that a “processing error” in 1995, when her husband turned 65 and his pension kicked in, had resulted in the couple receiving an overpayment of $124.80 a month for 214 months.

From the SI Vault

Tommy Lasorda :: AP

Tommy Lasorda may have been caught napping in this 2007 photo but he was wide awake during last night’s Clippers-Suns game. The former Dodgers manager, who is now 86, attended the game in Phoenix last night and gave a pep talk to Chris Paul and Co. after halftime. The speech worked, as the Clippers outscored the Suns 37-18 in the third quarter on their way to a 104-96 victory. For more vintage sports photos, follow the SI Vault on Twitter. While you’re at it, follow my personal Twitter account and the Hot Clicks Facebook page.

Odds and Ends

The ratings for NBC’s primetime Olympics coverage were so low that the network had to provide make-good ads for sponsors … There was a Tupac look-alike at the Celtics game in Boston last night … Andy Pettitte‘s 19-year-old son Josh, a pitcher at Baylor, underwent Tommy John surgery … Wizards forward Trevor Booker had some issues with Deadspin’s ranking of the 43 best breakfast cereals … A Knicks fan painted her pregnant belly for last night’s game against Minnesota … Ronda Rousey claims she can defeat Floyd Mayweather Jr. in an MMA fight … The NFL’s 32 most overpaid players … Seven instances in which a baseball player forgot how to slide … Jennie Garth almost came to blows with Shannen Doherty during the filming of a Beverly Hills, 90210 episode … J-Woww of Jersey Shore fame is making a movie with Ron Jeremy and members of The Howard Stern Show … Did you know that there are five people alive who were born in the 1800s?

Now This is a Hockey Fight

The Capitals and Flyers engaged in a full-out line brawl during last night’s game. Things got crazy around the 55-second mark.

Joe Maddon is Awesome

The Rays manager does his best Allen Iverson impression.

Fan Of The Day

A young fan invaded the pitch during yesterday’s friendly between Brazil and South Africa. Neymar made sure the young fan got his money’s worth.

The Baseball Bunch

I thoroughly enjoyed this Grantland piece entitled “Alan Thicke, the Most Interesting Man in the Sports World.” Did you know he wrote the theme song to The Facts of Life and Diff’rent Strokes?

Shaq: The College Years

Shaquille O’Neal turns 42 today, and SI.com posted this enormous collection of rare photos to celebrate the occasion. But before you click on that, check out the above gallery of The Big Scholar in college and the be sure to help with this crowdfunding site so Shaq can make the long-awaited Shaq-Fu sequel. I wish I was kidding.

College Hoops Uniform Update

Ten Adidas schools – Baylor, UCLA, Cincinnati, Louisville, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Notre Dame, Tennessee and Wisconsin – unveiled new uniforms for March’s postseason tournaments. The best of the bunch is Baylor’s, which has the words “Sic ’Em Bears” written in neon across the front.

One Player the Titans Shouldn’t Draft

Emory University conducted a study of Twitter reactions to see which team’s fans would be the most and least receptive to drafting Michael Sam. Let’s just say the Titans should look elsewhere.

(Throwback) Lovely Lady of the Day

It’s been 15 years since Cruel Intentions was released, and EW.com celebrated with the definitive power rankings of the 1999 cinematic masterpiece. I’d be foolish to let this opportunity fly by without praising old-school Reese Witherspoon and making her today’s Throwback LLOD.

It’s 11 Degrees Out. Don’t You Wish You Were at a Beach?

I may be exaggerating a bit with the weather, as I haven’t been outside since walking Larry this morning. Nonetheless, here are the 50 funniest beach photos ever.

Federal Poverty Level > Minor League Baseball Salary

SI’s Michael McCann broke down the lawsuit filed by three former minor league baseball players against MLB, Bud Selig, the Royals, Marlins and Giants. The biggest takeaway is that most minor leaguers earn between $3,000 and $7,500 for a five-month season, which is less than the federal poverty level of $11,490 for a single person and $23,550 for a family of four.

Now This Is A Magazine Cover

Courtesy of Time Magazine

Time has released a preview of this week’s cover, featuring a 360-degree view of New York City from atop One World Trade Center. Even better, the photo is interactive so you can visit this page and rotate the camera to view the image from different angles. All of this is part of Time.com’s new and improved site, which debuted today. Bookmark it!

GIF of the Day

Joakim Noah gets the scare of a lifetime from Hooper, the Pistons mascot.

Odds and Ends

The story behind those incredible pro wrestling paintings that have made their way around the web this week … Lamar Odom’s drug dealers have been linked to Khloe Kardashian‘s jewelry theft .. The Toledo Mud Hens are coming up with all kinds of new ways to melt snow … Phil Jackson hung out with the Dalai Lama … Nevada’s Deonte Burton threw down the dunk of the year last night … If this story is true, Andrew Garfield is a huge enormous jerk … As a proud UMass alum, I feel you should all visit this fundraising site and help the staff of the school’s daily paper attend the NCAA tournament this year. The Minutemen haven’t made the tourney in 15 years. Help them out!

Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out, Acapella

This just may be the greatest video I’ve ever linked to. (HT Bob’s Blitz)

The Argonauts Cheerleaders Perform Nicki Minaj

The cheerleaders of Toronto’s favorite pro football team have some fun during the making of their 2014 swimsuit calendar.

Billy on the Street, Lightning Round

If you’re not watching Fuse’s Billy on the Street, you’re really messing up.

Puggle Spins

Jordan from Indianapolis sent in this video of his spinning puggle (it picks up at 20-second mark). Everyone should do this before they eat.

Was It Botox?

Bob Costas :: NBC

Bob Costas‘ pink eye was the result of botched botox, according to Page Six. Costas strongly denies the charge but it’s a fun way to start a Friday.

Paging Adam Silver

The Heat and Spurs really hate the NBA’s new sleeved jerseys

Return of the Dinosaur

Damon Stoudamire and Marcus Camby :: Mitchell Layton & Rocky Widner/Getty Images

I seldom use two photos at the top of Hot Clicks, but this is an extenuating circumstance. The Raptors are bringing the ‘Dino’ throwback uniforms for select games next season.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

I got into work this morning still unsure of today’s LLOD, but then I came across this photo of Samantha Hoopes in my Twitter stream. I’ve told anyone who will listen over the past month that Hoopes is the LeBron of this year’s rookie class and I stick to it. You can learn more about her in this Philly.com profile and then see more of her on the 2014 swimsuit page.

Buy Vlade Divac’s Beach House

The flop-loving center is selling his beach house in L.A’s Pacific Palisades for $3.25 million. Realtor.com says, that the home features “panoramic ocean and majestic mountain views in the beautiful Castellammare neighborhood. This property has 5 Bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms on three levels totaling 4,384 SF . Beautiful skylights provide natural light through the whole house. Two Car garage and six parking spaces, den and the office room. Only minutes from Santa Monica or Malibu.”

Oscar Meyer is Good at Science

I have no idea how they did it, but Oscar Meyer has come out with an iPhone alarm clock app that sounds and smells like bacon.

From the SI Vault

Randy Johnson :: Ronald Modra/SI

I posted a random Expos photo to the SI Vault Twitter feed yesterday and Montreal fans went crazy. The light bulb immediately turned on in my head and I decided to make today Expos Day. Follow the SI Vault for more photos of Randy Johnson’s former team.

Odds and Ends

Not a good night for Magic Johnson and his Twitter account … Robert Griffin III modeled Baylor’s new March Madness uniforms … Bill Walton was brought to tears during last night’s broadcast of the UCLA-Washington game … The WNBA and players’ union agreed to a new eight-year collective bargaining agreement … Jim Carrey is dating a former America’s Next Top Model contestant … Terrell Owens‘ wife of three days wants alimony.

Fan Storms Court, Attacks Coach

You don’t see this every day.

Greg Popovich Interview Of The Day

Craig Sager almost got 15 words out of the Spurs coach last night.

Lendl KOs McEnroe

It’s Ivan Lendl‘s 54th birthday. Here’s a look back at the time he drilled John McEnroe at the 1987 U.S.Open.

Annoying/Awesome Song of the Day

Since writing that item about the Raptors, I can’t get this tune out of my head.

Scenes From Space Jam

Basketball fans rejoiced last month when rumors surfaced that LeBron James would be starring in the long-awaited sequel to Space Jam. The 1996 original featured Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing and other NBA stars, as well as the Looney Tune characters. Martin Rickman nominates several of today’s NBA players to participate in Space Jam 2 (if it ever achieves lift off) and discusses how the audition would go down.

NBA Feud I’m Enjoying

Tyson Chandler vs. Kevin Love

Broadcaster Feud I’m Enjoying

Dick Vitale vs. Verne Lundquist

Lovely Lady Round-Up

Danielle Panabaker is one of Guyism’s 50 sexy and talented women we want to see more of in 2014 … Jenna Pieterson is another woman to put on your 2014 radar … The 22 hottest Jenna Fischer photos to celebrate her birthday … Kate Usmanova is the latest fitness model blowing up on Instagram … Polaroids of Marisa Miller from her fitting for the 2004 SI Swimsuit issue.

Mariano Rivera Buys a Church

The retired Yankees pitcher spent $3 million restoring a New Rochelle, NY, church for his wife, a practicing minister.

Gronk Meets The Game

Rob Gronkowski, a longtime friend of NXT wrestler Mojo Rawley, met Triple H yesterday at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando. Speaking of wrestling, Colts punter Pat McAfee spoke to Yahoo Sports and mentioned that he has an 18-foot-by-18-foot ring in his barn at home.

Phil Jackson to the Knicks?

Phil Jackson and Pat Riley :: Walter Iooss Jr./SI

Hall of Fame coach Phil Jackson turned down an offer to coach the Knicks, but is open to a front office position, according to the NY Daily News. If Jackson takes the gig and somehow returns the Knicks to prominence, a showdown against the Heat and president Pat Riley would be a good time.

Odds and Ends

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper is still waiting on beer from Barack Obama after the two wagered on the U.S.-Canada hockey game in Sochi … Manny Ramirez, 41, is not retired and can still help a team, according to Manny Ramirez … Forty breakfast cereals lost to bad sales … Good interview with former NBA player Brian Grant, who suffers from Parkinson’s Disease … Nike is releasing a Penny 6 sneaker (even though Penny Hardaway hasn’t played a NBA game since 2007) … Charles Barkley thinks the Clippers are the West’s best team … Maria Sharapova is a good girlfriend … I’m hoping Aaron Paul join Sons of Anarchy for its final season … A church in Troy, NY is giving away an AR-15 semi-automatic rifle at service on Sunday … Research shows that some people are physically incapable of enjoying music … Take a virtual tour of Jerry Seinfeld’s NYC apartment.

Tom Izzo Rules

The Michigan State coach demands that his player throw the ball out of bounds so that seniors Adreian Payne, Keith Appling and Dan Chapman can receive a final ovation.

Waking Up a Monkey

In case you ever wondered what a monkey looks like after being woken up from a dead sleep.

Wanda Sykes at 50

A scene from Curb Your Enthusiasm. Can someone start a White House petition to bring this show back for another season?

This Is How You Propose

Mike Peltz :: Eric Francis/Getty Images

It was senior night at Nebraska on Sunday, and Mike Peltz decided to make it a memorable one. The Cornhuskers reserve guard got down on one knee and proposed to his girlfriend in front of a packed crowd. Though she doesn’t appear to say yes, the big hug, tears and ring on her finger indicates a positive response.

Way Too Many Men on the Ice

According to Rule 74 of the NHL Official Rulebook, Five players (in addition to the goalie) are allowed on the ice at once and “players may be changed at any time during the play from the players’ bench provided that the player or players leaving the ice shall be within five feet (5′) of his players’ bench and out of the play before the change is made.” Florida was a bit confused by the rule during Sunday’s game against Boston when they were caught with 11 (yes, 11) players on the ice at once.

Dumb Tweet of the Week

Minnesota State Representative Pat Garofalo sent out a tweet last night saying, “Let’s be honest, 70% of teams in NBA could fold tomorrow + nobody would notice a difference w/ possible exception of increase in street crime.” When contacted later by Deadspin, he explained his logic by pointing out that the NBA has a high arrest rate and that its punishment for drug tests is weaker than other leagues. So now it all makes sense, I guess.

Lovely Lady Of The Day

Clara Alonso has a new set of lingerie photos out, which seems like a very good reason to make her today’s LLOD.

New Sport Alert: Goldsprints

The term “sport” may be a stretch but Goldsprints is coming to a bar near you. The premise is simple: two people get on stationary bikes that are set on a metal frame with the front wheels removed. Music starts, the bikers bike and a computer program tracks their progress while a giant screen shows who is in the lead. Fifteen seconds, the race is over, a winner is declared and the next two people compete.

NFL Offseason Report

Matthew Stafford‘s girlfriend, Kelly Hall, went on a cruise and posted a bunch of photos to Instagram, including her posing with Blake Bortles‘ girlfriend, Lindsey Duke.

From the SI Vault

Yannick and Joakim Noah :: AP Photo/Elise Amendola

Yannick Noah poses with son, Joakim, in 2005 after his induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame. Yannick attended Sunday’s Heat-Bulls game and gave one of the best (non-Popovich division) interviews of the year when he got lost in the action while speaking with Lisa Salters.

Odds and Ends

Oscar Pistorius threw up in court after hearing the graphic details of his girlfriend’s injuries after he shot her … Louis CK will host Saturday Night Live on March 29 … Former WWE diva Stacy Keibler got married over the weekend … Rashard Mendenhall, 26, announced his retirement from the NFL and his explanation why is worth reading … Roger Penske had a better weekend than you or I did … Lance Armstrong dated Ashley Olsen in 2007 until his advisors told him to end it … Wichita State’s conference championship T-shirts have one glaring mistake … Is Cheers still funny in 2014? I cannot say yes enough times.

What a Catch!

A Dodgers fan makes a sweet grab during Sunday’s game against the Diamondbacks. (HT Holdout Sports)

Feel-Good Video Of The Day

I mentioned the story of 12-year-old New Zealand native Louis Corbett, who is going blind due to a genetic eye disease called retinitus pigmentosa, in Hot Clicks a couple weeks ago as Corbett prepared for his trip to Boston to attend a Celtics game. The visit happened last week and Extra Mustard has all the details.

Cows are Smart

I never spent much time thinking about the intelligence of cows but this video makes a good case.