Out Of Bounds
Out of Bounds: Cheers to Cleveland and Charlotte!
Jeff Hawkins is an award-winning sportswriter with more than four decades in the industry (print and digital media). A freelance writer/stay-at-home dad since 2008, Hawkins started his career with newspaper stints in Michigan, North Carolina, Florida, Upstate New York and Illinois, where he earned the 2004 APSE first-place award for column writing (under 40,000 circulation). As a beat writer, he covered NASCAR Winston Cup events at NHIS (1999-2003), the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks (2003-06) and the NFL's Carolina Panthers (2011-12). Hawkins penned four youth sports books, including a Michael Jordan biography. Hawkins' main hobbies include mountain bike riding, 5k trail runs at the Whitewater Center in Charlotte, N.C., and live music.
All posts by Jeff HawkinsUpdated15 Oct 2021
The Funny, Stupid Thing of the Night
Since Charles Barkley loves churros and insulting the women of San Antonio, Tim Duncan’s lovely girlfriend decided to take a stand for all the ladies out there with this hilarious “Barkley Don’t Know” t-shirt. You know how to pick them, Timmy D!
Highlight of the Night
While Duncan’s lady was doing her job off the court, the Spurs and Kawhi Leonard were doing work against the Thunder last night for a Game 1 win. Check out as Leonard makes a statement against the MVP Kevin Durant with this wicked spin move and scooping layup. Amazing to see Leonard’s growth and literally becoming the engine for this veteran team before our eyes.
Congratulations Cleveland Cavaliers!
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In a crazy turn of luck, the Cavs won the NBA Draft Lottery for the third time in four years with only a 1.7 percent chance. Despite the front office and coaching turnover, fans can get excited for the pick of the litter in this year’s talented draft class to add to their young core. Browns star cornerback Joe Haden is one of the fans pumped to bring a winner to the city of Cleveland and building through the draft is a good way to start.
Vine of the Night
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In the words of color commentator Jeff Van Gundy, Pacers guard Lance Stephenson was ballin’ tonight against the HEAT. Between vicious slams, acrobatic layups and back-breaking threes, “Born Ready” also pulled off this crazy tip-in with only .1 seconds left of the half.
Swag of the Day
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The Bobcats are no more and the Hornets have made a triumphant return to the city of Charlotte, much to the fans’ pleasure. To celebrate, it’s time to get some fresh Hornets gear. Check out the awesome color schemes the Hornets will be rolling out with these 59/50 New Era hats. Give us the gray hat with purple bill and the alternate logo any day!
Throwback of the Day
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In honor of the Hornets name returning to Charlotte, let’s take a look back one of the best players of their glory days in this great Larry Johnson mix. “Grand Mamma” was one of the most feared power forwards back in the day with his uncontrollable size, strength and athleticism. Hopefully the Hornets are on their way to their past winning ways to make LJ proud.
Kicks of the Day
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Can Lakers guard Nick Young do any wrong with his style game? The answer is an emphatic no. Look at these sweet black and blue and white and Nike Air Penny Hardaway’s. If you’re into the throwbacks, the Penny’s are a must have for your closet.
