Archive for the 'Metta' Category

Metta World Peace: World Peace dunks, scores 15 points

All preseason, Metta World Peace predicted he'd drop double-digit efforts as a sixth man. His eyes lit up when Lakers Coach Mike Brown informed him he'd have a stronger leadership role by coming off the bench. Except, not many, really didn't believe Lakers star Metta World Peace (who use to go by Ron Artest) does [...]

TOM HOFFARTH: Let there be Peace on Lakers

The NBA player will appear in court August 26 for a name-change hearing. Hayes Davenport, Celtics Hub: Other than Metta World Peace, who has to be pretty excited that he out-trended the draft, the Jazz had the best evening. They were able to draft for need and overall value with both of their first-round picks [...]

Goodbye Ron Artest, Hello 'Metta World Peace'

(Metta means love, happiness, kindness, etc.) GOLF: Michael Bradley had a 1-stroke lead when first-round play in the Travelers Championship at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Conn., was suspended about 11:30 am Only two groups finished the round, (Metta means love, happiness, kindness, etc.) GOLF: Michael Bradley had a 1-stroke lead when first-round play in [...]

Ron Artest Changing Name to Metta World Peace

Ron Artest continues to do what he does best–keep us guessing what he'll do next. The NBA has fundamental issues that can only be resolved by serious compromise, legitimate overhaul and Ron Artest changing his name to Metta World Peace. Sadly, only one of those is an immediate possibility. Obviously, things can change. Ron Artest [...]