Hottest Sports Stories for Friday, Jan. 20

Gabe ZaldivarJun 4, 2018

Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather are totes BFFs, the Black Mamba ran out of venom and Rafael Nadal cruised on one leg.

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In this edition:

Frank Lampard Still Wanted
Money May Puts in a Call
Heat Are Heartless
It Came From a Land Down Under
Braun Flexes His Debate Skills
Daily Fun with Moving Pictures
Bits of Tid
What to Watch This Weekend
Daily Dessert

GALAXY EXPRESES GREED

The LA Galaxy are keen on living up to their name as they plan on swooping up another soccer star. Rumors hint out that Frank Lampard could be on the way.

Question on Everybody's Mind: OMG really?

Our Take: Easy, fella. Lampard is more than likely interested in extending his stay with Chelsea. LA is simply looking towards their next designated player, which is code for overpaid old guy. Although, Lampard in a Galaxy kit would look pretty sweet.

Hype Meter: 2 out of 5 Wake Me When It Happens

This deal could actually be a couple years off from happening. For now, get your football rocks off by seeing perfectly placed Beckham passes.

Deeper Dive:

Frank Lampard Coming to America? (Daily Mail)

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CHIT-CHAT HEARD AROUND THE WORLD

Floyd Mayweather called Manny Pacquiao on the telephone, and we all are dying to know the deets.

Question on Everybody's Mind: What did they talk about?

Our Take: I doubt they exchanged tips on installing crown molding. I would assume a potential bout was at least addressed for a minute or two. All this means is that the epic bout between Pac-Man and Money May is not dead. On the other hand, crown molding can be a bit troublesome to install.

Hype Meter: 5 out of 5 Awkward Phone Calls

Let's be honest, this fight would have been far better two years ago. By the time the two fight, it will look like Jamie Moyer pitching or Vince Carter going up for a tremendous layup.

Deeper Dive:

Boxing Stars Talk on Phone About Possible May 5 Fight (B/R)

Mayweather and Pacquiao Get Their Talk On (ESPN)

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MIAMI MASSACRE

LeBron James messed around and ended up killing a bunch of Lakers, on national TV. I have no clue how the authorities weren't called after a 98-87 drubbing that wasn't nearly as close as the final score.

Question on Everybody's Mind: Is LeBron James the greatest?

Our Take: I won't go that far, but the Heat are definitely better than the Lakers. LA looked like a WNBA team, and not a very good one. Kobe Bryant looked like he was one air ball short of a full-fledged freakout.

Hype Meter: 5 out of 5 Eddy Curry Weight Losses

The big item of note was Eddy Curry who came in well under his usual weight of planet. You know things are bad for LA when Eddy Curry is enjoying a banner night at your expense.

That's Just A Shame Tweet Award:

Deeper Dive:

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Miami Heat: Live Scores, Highlights and Analysis (B/R)

Miami Heat Set Pace Against Slower Lakers (LA Times)

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RAFAEL NADAL IS PRETTY GOOD

Earlier this week, Rafael Nadal heard a pop in his knee as he tried to sit in his hotel room. He then felt excruciating pain. On day five of the Australian Open, he was dusting away Lukas Lacko with ease.

Question on Everybody's Mind: Will Nadal be alright?

Our Take: That's cute of you to be so concerned. He looked to be in top shape despite a huge bandage on his right knee. He should be fine as long as he doesn't sit in any hotel rooms that is.

Hype Meter: 4 out of 5 That's Not A Knife's

Nadal is doing his best impression of a rugged Aussie in sacking up and playing through an injury most of us would have used as an excuse to not mow the lawn.

Deeper Dive:

Rafael Nadal Cruises Into Round of 16 (Yahoo! Sports)

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RYAN BRAUN MAY JUST BE EXTREMELY MANLY

Ryan Braun pleaded his case that he didn't take PED's to a three-member panel on Thursday. Braun tested for ridiculously high levels of testosterone which begs the question; what if he is just a really manly man?

Question on Everybody's Mind: Is he innocent?

Our Take: The test also showed he tested for synthetically induced levels, so I doubt it. I am interested to see the awkward speech he has to give at the MVP award dinner on Saturday.

Hype Meter: 3 out of 5 Awkward Speeches

A decision will be highly unlikely by Saturday which means Braun will have to accept an award amidst a sea of very ugly frowns. Just pretend they are naked and you will be fine, Braun.

Deeper Dive:

Ryan Braun: MVP Makes Last-Minute Plea to Avoid 50-Game Suspension (B/R)

Ryan Braun Pleads His Case (NY Daily News)

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DAILY FUN WITH MOVING PICTURES

Because what else are you going to watch at work?

FOOT IN MOUTH VIDEO OF DAY

Tim Cowlishaw disses Jackie MacMullen and pays dearly. MacMullen comes back hard at him, much respect.

Deeper Dive: Watch Tim Cowlishaw Diss Jackie MacMullan (B/R)

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MCBOB GETS DIRTY

Josh McRoberts can't guard King James, so resorts to good old fashioned thuggery.

Deeper Dive: Watch Josh McRoberts Deliver Cheap Shot To LeBron James (B/R)

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SLIP OF TONGUE

Cuba Gooding drops a C-Bomb, be warned.

Deeper Dive: Watch Actor's Uncensored Allen Iverson Impression (B/R)

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OUCH

This is why we Americans wear pads.

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NINERS IN PARIS

So, the 49ers now have a Super Bowl anthem.

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SWEET SAVE OF THE DAY

Nothing gets past Ryan Miller, not even a sure-fire goal.

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BITS OF TID

Little bits of goodness with a chewy center.

TIM TEBOW LOVES LAS VEGAS

Football Jesus was in Sin City and it was a literal circus. Via NBC Sports.

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WAG ALERT

Who is Jon Dorenbos? He is an NFL long snapper, but that isn't important. What is important is that he is married to Julie Dorenbos, and we have a pictorial you might enjoy. Via Busted Coverage.

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B/R YOUTH MOVEMENT

Here is the latest from our stable of budding young talent. A quick hit from the #YoungGuns. Via Bleacher Report.

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FIFA DEMANDS BEER

FIFA is demanding that Brazil ensure beer be sold at the upcoming World Cup. I am sure this will end well. Via SportsGrid.

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WHAT TO WATCH THIS WEEKEND

All Times Eastern (Unless you are in the east in which case they are just times).

SATURDAY

Australian Open Round of 16 - 7 p.m. Tennis Channel

Giants of the sport continue to...hot chicks will be in skirts, okay?