Unrequited Love in Houston, or, “Hello”
I’m excited to join the SpreeGoogs team and wade through the murky waters of nostalgia, commentary and fantasy. But first, my introduction: as a native Houstonian, I’m forced to relive the ’90s...
View ArticleSpanning the Continental Divide
As soon as the NBA returned from the 2011 lockout, fans were reminded why we hate to love this game: the association’s meddling with the New Orleans Hornets’ attempts to trade Chris Paul, and David...
View ArticleNew Blues on the Mississippi
As you already know, the Memphis Grizzlies, 2011 postseason oddities and 2012 preseason darlings, lost franchise cornerstone Zach Randolph for 6-8 weeks due to a torn MCL. As wrong as it feels to call...
View ArticleSpreeGoogs’ 2012 MLS Preview
If you’ve made it past the headline, congratulations; you’re one step closer to embracing your inner internationalist and becoming a fan of the fastest-growing sports league in the United States. In...
View ArticleSBHD Awareness Month – Carlos Boozer
As loyal SpreeGoogs readers know, March is Shane Battier Head Disease Awareness Month. We hope that you have taken up the cause with your friends and family to raise awareness of this condition and...
View ArticleThe Absurdity of Daryl Morey
“I leave Sisyphus at the foot of the mountain. One always finds one’s burden again. But Sisyphus teaches the higher fidelity that negates the gods and raises rocks. He too concludes that all is...
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