Cops catch Carmelo again
By John C. Ensslin, Rocky Mountain News (Contact)
Originally published 09:18 p.m., May 6, 2008
Updated 04:00 p.m., May 7, 2008
Chris Schneider / The Rocky
Carmelo Anthony practices at the Pepsi Center the day after his April 14 traffic stop.
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Denver police ticketed Carmelo Anthony for speeding Saturday, the second traffic offense the Denver Nugget has racked up within three weeks.
The latest incident occurred about 4:15 p.m. when a Denver patrolman pulled Anthony over in the 2400 block of South Santa Fe Drive after clocking his vehicle at 15 to 19 miles over the 45 mph speed limit, police said.
Denver police spokesman Sonny Jackson said the ticket does not require Anthony to make a court appearance. He can plead guilty and pay a $130 fine if he mails it in within 20 days, Jackson said.
However, the violation edges the Nugget closer to a situation where he might face a suspension of his driver's license.
According to the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles Web site, driving 15 to 19 miles in excess of the speed limit is a four-point violation.
Anthony, 23, already faces a possible 12-point violation after he was arrested April 14 on suspicion of drunken driving. In that case, a patrolman stopped him for driving erratically at 4 a.m. on southbound Interstate 25. That case is pending in Denver County Court.
The minimum the number of points to cause a suspension for an adult driver is 12 within a 12 month period, according to the DMV's point-suspension brochure.
It has been a difficult month for Anthony both on and off the court. His DUI arrest came just two games before the end of the regular season.
The Nuggets then lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in four straight games. After Game 3, Anthony complained that "we quit."
May 6, 2008
9:31 p.m.
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becket writes:
Why don't "we quit" driving like an idiot!
May 6, 2008
9:32 p.m.
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FLESHY_7 writes:
<- Are You Ready.....Are You Ready->
Lets Get It On!
May 6, 2008
9:34 p.m.
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medina88 writes:
Everybody speeds. I'm all for cops and what they do but I bet there's one just sitting down the street from his home waiting to pull Carmelo over for any little thing. Leave him alone, let him live his life. People get tickets every day for speeding, why publish it? We are only hurting our children who look up to this guy. Sure I agree the DUI was not a good thing (he apologized), but tell me one thing...who DOES NOT speed on Santa Fe? We all do...I do. Leave him alone!!
May 6, 2008
9:39 p.m.
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TheDenverB writes:
"Everybody speeds"
yeah, and lots of people get busted doing it. remember, it is illegal.
please medina, quit justifying him breaking the law with some made-up scenario you concocted in your head.
yeah, i'm sure there's a denver cop just waiting to bust carmelo anthony. i'm sure he'd jeapordize his job just to stake him out as opposed to going on the patrol he was assigned to...
better yet, i really bet the DPD waste thousands in resources each week to set up said officer to stake him out.
no, a cop saw a speeder, pulled him over and it was melo. and instead of playing favorites (i'd like to hear you justify why they should), he writes him a ticket like he'd do to you or i or anyone else speeding down santa fe.
"We are only hurting our children who look up to this guy."
no, *YOU* are hurting your children by allowing them to look up to this guy. He's no role model, YOU AS THE PARENTS SHOULD BE.
May 6, 2008
9:42 p.m.
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MrCrush writes:
The Nuggets should let him speed right out of town. What an absolute loser and terrible role model. The Nuggets have babied this fool long enough. Babies and thugs can't handle the pressure of being a professional athlete. It's David Thompson, circa 2008.
May 6, 2008
9:46 p.m.
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medina88 writes:
come on Denver B...you NEVER speed? Please who are you fooling. Sure it's illegal, but people still do it. It's reality. I'm not justifying, I'm clearly saying that people get pulled over every day, why do they have to expose him like this?
I agree that you pull someone over and ticket them for speeding to breaking the law...the argument, ding bat, is that they have to put him on the front page. It's stupid. He is just like the rest of us. He's no different other then he can play a awesome game of basketball.
By the way, my children are not interested in basketball. They don't watch Carmelo play, but lots of children do. Why give them negative feedback about their idol?
I never said the cops were on a stake out. You over analize.
May 6, 2008
10:03 p.m.
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outrider writes:
The Denver Nugget's are are by far the most class less team in pro basketball. They look, act, and talk like Gang Banger's. No Bill Russell's in that gang.
May 6, 2008
10:05 p.m.
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timeandagain writes:
What a joke. We were so close to getting labron james (1 pick) and we end up with anthony...
somebody send him back to the maryland slums...and take lala with him!
May 7, 2008
12:08 a.m.
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Highcountry writes:
At some point one must get tired of letting others down.
May 7, 2008
12:57 a.m.
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BAJ writes:
This is the least newsworthy article that I have come across in quite some time (unless it is something about Paris Hilton or Britney Spears). Why report on a traffic ticket? What is the point?
To all those that call him a thug for getting a ticket and making mistakes at such a young age (23), let it rest. Are you jealous? Does it really matter all that much in your little lives what a sports figure or actor or starlet does? Do you put this much effort into blasting our lame duck president for making a decision to go to war against Iraq - a country that couldn't attack us in the first place?
Get your priorities straight and let the kid live his life. Tell me that you never have never sped when you drive and I will call you a hypocrite and a liar. Maybe that will make news too (it is just about as trivial as what is printed above).
May 7, 2008
1:42 a.m.
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265 writes:
Just grow up, Carmelo. You're being a douche-bag.
May 7, 2008
2:45 a.m.
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ManginoTorreta writes:
You'd think between his and Lala's salary, they could afford to hire somebody to drive him around full-time.
May 7, 2008
2:51 a.m.
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ManginoTorreta writes:
"Get your priorities straight and let the kid live his life."
He's not a kid, he's a 23-year-old man, who should use common sense.
Melo needs to follow ManGino Torreta's Two Rules for Not Getting Pulled Over for Speeding:
1) Go with the flow of traffic; and
2) Stay within 5 mph of the speed limit on residential streets, 10 mph on freeways.
I've gotten one ticket in 15 years of driving, and that's because I violated rule #2. It's not that difficult, and if a regular schlep like me can do it, so can Melo; and if not, like I posted earlier, he's got enough money to hire someone to drive him around.
It's all about common sense.
May 7, 2008
3:36 a.m.
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dj80long writes:
Stupid is, as stupid does.
May 7, 2008
3:51 a.m.
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LOUIE writes:
Hey, I love jumping on the pedal; like Sammy Hagar, "I can't drive 55". However, I never had a D.U.I., always been insured, and I maintain a clean driving sheet. If I get caught, I pay. Carmelo, it's great to be a kid rolling the big wheel in life. You got popped for the big one: D.U.I.,; pal you spent your dime, you need to quit before you do some time! Find a church, learn to sing, and above all else make your mother proud! To the critical world, I'd take all this kid's problems to have a bit of his talent, and be recklessly young again. Youth always came with a great measure of forgiveness; It pains many to see great potential self destruct. However, some of the greatest achievers in history come from the fertile soils of adversity. Soon if you don't quit kid, you'll have a new group of friends!
May 7, 2008
5:32 a.m.
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paguy1955 writes:
Guess it must of been a slow news day! Next to the elections and the typhoon this needed to be reported.. I believe the word classless is a great description for the writer and the News!
May 7, 2008
5:34 a.m.
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rumplstilskin writes:
HEY CARMELO.............TIME TO GROW UP!!!!!!!
May 7, 2008
6:19 a.m.
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ONEman writes:
STFU! How would you feel if everything you did was scrutinized in the media? The DUI was one thing but a speeding ticket. Give me a huge break. Sometimes you people on these boards are just losers looking for a witch to hunt. So he got a speeding ticket....
BIG F'n deal. His problems are his play on the court and the DUI, other than that, who cares.
For all of you that are bad mouthing
Marsh-Mello, how bout you attempt to get a life of your own and stop worrying about what everyone else is doing.
May 7, 2008
6:37 a.m.
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CaptainObvious writes:
This guy doesn't feel bad about breaking a law or letting other people down--he is a spoiled kid who has never had to grow up! Stop saddle-bagging this guy with normal-person-emotions; he obviously feels he is way above the law.
If you keep expecting pro athletes to act normal, you will continually be disappointed. We can't pay these guys huge salaries and then expect them to behave like the rest of us--that message will never get through while we keep handing them millions for nothing.
May 7, 2008
6:45 a.m.
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vudumom writes:
medina88. YOU are only hurting your children if if allow them to look up to any sports figure, AT ALL! What should be taught is to appreciate what they do in their respective sports but taught these are people like everyone else and they are human and make mistakes like everyone else. They should have different role models and be brought up that way. Anyone not teaching that to their children is harming their children.
May 7, 2008
6:48 a.m.
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mamporrero writes:
He was speeding. So what.
May 7, 2008
6:53 a.m.
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Buckwheat writes:
This guy isn't going to learn until he really hurts someone. Shame, so much talent, so little common sense. (And i'am not just talking about the speeding.) Keep going the way you are and you'll be playing hoops with Ray Carouth (sp).
May 7, 2008
7:16 a.m.
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MarineGrunt writes:
No Defense or Driving Skills... NICE!
May 7, 2008
7:40 a.m.
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ColoNative writes:
Medina88 must be none other than LeBron, who was busted for doing well over 100 near Medina Ohio. Who else could support wreckless ops charges but another overpaid whiney athlete? The Rocky Mountain News only prints this kind of paparazzi-like articles because we read them.
May 7, 2008
8:15 a.m.
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longhorn1 writes:
It's time for Carmelo to go. He's a poor team player, and a poor role model. Granted we all speed and this shouldn't be news but coupled with a DUI charge shows how irresponsible he is. He needs to grow up and take his circus show somewhere else. The Nuggets would be better off for it. And to everyone that believed that Melo got the shaft for rookie of the year? Who looks better now. That vote went to the right player.
May 7, 2008
8:23 a.m.
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artstarzz writes:
He's got enough money to hire someone to drive him around. I am now applying
May 7, 2008
8:28 a.m.
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fntsymtn writes:
Curious ... for all those who think that 'Melo's failures off-the-court should not be reported: Do you also agree that all of his accomplishments on the court should not be reported either?
The unfortunate fact for Carmelo Anthony is that he is a public figure and all of his activities (both on the job and off) will be scrutinized. Some will be praised, some will be criticized, but nearly all will be publicized.
Yes, he's young ... yes, he will make mistakes ... and yes, he will have to deal with the consequences of those mistakes. But he's "in the public eye" and we are watching.
This is "front page" news because it's difficult to comprehend how someone who just got arrested for suspicion of D.U.I., has a pending court date, and will likely lose his license because of the arrest chooses to speed on a stretch of road that is fairly heavily patrolled for speeders.
The judge in his D.U.I case is going to have a difficult time justifying allowing him to keep his driver's license after two offenses in such a short time span.
May 7, 2008
8:29 a.m.
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Marshdale writes:
Um, who cares!
May 7, 2008
8:37 a.m.
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samsmargolis writes:
He was just making up for appearing to stand still during the playoffs. No speed-on-the-court; lotta speed on the street. Makes sense to me.
May 7, 2008
8:42 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Captain O...how do you know what Carmello is thinking. Don't assume.
Vuvu mom...if you read more above you will see that I wrote that my children are not into basketball and do not consider Carmello as their roll model. Read before you comment.
Colorado Native-you and some of the others making comments are just stupid and need attention. Carmello was speeding, not driving reckless. I also do NOT hear him whining about anything. He was man enough to apologize for his DUI. You all are just a bunch of haters who think your perfect and never did any thing wrong in your life. Carmello has worked for what he has, God blessed him with a talent. God did not make him perfect and surely didn't make any of you perfect either.
May 7, 2008
8:52 a.m.
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Darwin writes:
I agree with all of your points fntsymtn. Isn't it strange that all who said it wasn't newsworthy none the less, took the time to read the article. I would have thought they would have seen the headline and passed over it to read the next newsworthy article. I guess it proves RMN's point, "print it and they will read it". LOL
May 7, 2008
8:59 a.m.
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Steph writes:
Take a hike Medina. If "God blessed him with a talent," perhaps God should have also blessed him with some brains and some character. Anyone who wants their kids to idolize professional sports players who are jerks are lousy parents.
BTW, Medina, learn how to spell; roll is spelled role. Guess that's one talent "God" didn't bless you with.
May 7, 2008
9:04 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Steph your just a waste of space. Log off already.
May 7, 2008
9:05 a.m.
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Diff writes:
I doubt he was targeted - "Speed traps" and other strickt enforcement on S. Santa Fe have been the situation there than most areas for a long time - most who drive that stretch of road know that...
It's a place to watch your speed.
(Take that from someone who used to drive in that area of Denver several times daily..)
Carmelo was going 15 over - not 5 or 10 - which under about 10MPH over he well may not have been stopped.
15 over in a 45 posses a danger to the rest of the people on the road. He broke the law - and it is entirely appropriate that he got stopped and ticketed. His DUI should have nothing to do with it!
I will add tho - after all the comments after his DUI stop, that he had only two drinks etc. then comes up with a BAC over .14...
He should have never got behind the wheel, and he well should have been able to know that - for at his age (unless he had been drinking heavily for 7 or 8 years) That is a very high BAC.
They should treat him as they would anyone else with no prior, but I doubt they will - the average guy's first DUI at that level would have a good chance of getting reduced to a DWAI. (Even though the sentencing would be about the same) I doubt that will happen to Carmelo or any other public figure.
He Screwed up. Now he has to face the results of that.
I hope for his case that he gets it together and does not repeat, or do anything worse.He is a young man - hopefully he learns form this
But..
Do the crime - do the time.
May 7, 2008
9:12 a.m.
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artstarzz writes:
Carmello may have change his name . ( Dennis Rodman ) . I think it would be better to change his ways .
May 7, 2008
9:14 a.m.
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Why writes:
What would life in Nuggetland be like if we had Darko Milicic instead? He's the guy Kiki would have surely taken if Carmelo went second.
May 7, 2008
9:18 a.m.
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Big_D writes:
He had a license to drive after his DUI? My license was taken away immediately when I was arrested for DUI and I had to have a hearing to get it back. That was in 85 and I thought the laws were tougher.
May 7, 2008
9:19 a.m.
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MrCrush writes:
It's interesting to watch this post. The people defending this thug are part of the demographic the NBA seems to want right now. The league is made up of mostly low-life thugs that are allowed to behave the way they do... Anthony is just one of many. If the NBA cleaned up it act and got rid of these losers with no integrity or brains, the sport would be better off. Ticket sales and TV ratings would improve by putting class and integrity back in the game. I will never pay to see a Nuggets game. The thought of my dollars going in the pockets of scums like Carmelo Anthony is more than I can take.
May 7, 2008
9:24 a.m.
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luvsdanuggets writes:
I agree with what medina is saying. Melo is only human and not perfect but who is? Let him live his life and all you haters live yours.
May 7, 2008
9:24 a.m.
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FU writes:
I wonder if anyone will write about Melo 5 years from now when he's playing in Europe (because NBA teams will finally have given up on his bad attitude, no-defense playing, stupid self)...
Oh and Medina - there is no God. It's all made up.
May 7, 2008
9:30 a.m.
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Steph writes:
Medina, wow you did it again. It should have been spelled "you're a waste of space." Telling me that I should log off is the best you can do? BTW, if "God" blessed Melo with talent, how come "God" wasn't looking out for him when he drives drunk or speeds?
Melo is just a piece of trash who has millions of dollars but no character.
May 7, 2008
9:33 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Thanks NotChasB, luvsdanuggets.
Logical thinkers and not judgers. FU has issues we need not get into. This about carmello.
May 7, 2008
9:35 a.m.
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misterbigge writes:
Denver B you are exactly right. medina, sorry to break the news but you are wrong on this one. Sir Charles is right, pro athletes are not role models. Carmello is a young guy who is going to make just as many mistakes as you, me and Joe Blow made when we were young. He should suffer the consequences just like the rest of us did. And the rest of us should not blow up, or excuse, what he does wrong. Let the law do its job of protecting we citizens and get on with our lives (hopefully long lives with fewer drunks on the road).
May 7, 2008
9:35 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Steph..you must be white trash with no money
May 7, 2008
9:39 a.m.
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TheDenverB writes:
"come on Denver B...you NEVER speed? Please who are you fooling. "
where did i ever say that? i admitted i speed, but i also admit that it's illegal and when i get caught i'm not going to bitch and whine and justify it (like you seem to) by saying 'well everyone does it'
"the argument, ding bat, is that they have to put him on the front page. "
no, he's a public figure held to a different level of scrutiny. you might not like it, but that is the case. NOT TO MENTION he just got busted in a DUI and told the whole CITY he was sorry and he was going to change....
"Why give them negative feedback about their idol?"
why should you lie to your children and hide things from the, building someone up who is (as you said) just another normal person to be some god because he can put a ball in a hoop? you contradict yourself here, bud.
"I never said the cops were on a stake out. You over analize."
do i?? i'll quote you:
"bet there's one just sitting down the street from his home waiting to pull Carmelo over for any little thing."
May 7, 2008
9:42 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
I think they are roll models misterbigge. Like I said before, my kids are not into basketball but there are several who are and look up to professional players. I never said it was for me and my children but those that are. Carmello makes mistakes like the next person, I just feel bad that it has to be posted all over the media.
fntsymtn I do agree with what you say, I just don't like it. It's the way I feel about it and it's my choice. I'm not saying that Carmello is innocent and does not deserve the consequences, it's just the fact that it has to be front page.
May 7, 2008
9:44 a.m.
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TheDenverB writes:
oh, and:
"Carmello was speeding, not driving reckless."
speeding, or going over the posted speed limit, is driving recklessly in the eyes of the law.
May 7, 2008
9:44 a.m.
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notknowitall writes:
Carmelo is poor little rich kid that has no respect for anyone! Not only does he not respect others, but he doesn't even respect himself. Anyone who speeds not only endangers others, but he certainly endangers himself. He doesn't seem to understand that he can hurt himself - goodbye basketball goodbye money.
May 7, 2008
9:44 a.m.
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notknowitall writes:
Carmelo is poor little rich kid that has no respect for anyone! Not only does he not respect others, but he doesn't even respect himself. Anyone who speeds not only endangers others, but he certainly endangers himself. He doesn't seem to understand that he can hurt himself - goodbye basketball goodbye money.
May 7, 2008
9:46 a.m.
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Steph writes:
No, Medina. I'm an educated person who works in a law firm and makes a very nice income, thank you. What did I say that made you think otherwise? Now, let's see if you can answer that question, Medina, instead of calling me names. I think it's doubtful.
Perhaps if you didn't put so much faith in God and professional sports players, you'd be a smarter person.
May 7, 2008
9:48 a.m.
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mrNiceGuy writes:
Is this the Enquirer? I must be lost, I thought I was on a news site!
May 7, 2008
9:49 a.m.
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RickyLee writes:
Time to "man up".
May 7, 2008
9:51 a.m.
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Shaggy writes:
Big_D,
You are right...in a sense, Yes, they do take your regular license but issue a temp so one can have time to request a hearing from the DMV to try and win it back. The temp is usually only good for a month or so.
Winning it back at the DMV is next to impossible and even if you do and then are found guilty in Court, you will still lose it.
It's kinda like double jeopardy for a single crime but they do it and get away with it.
They have it down to a gnats arse now on Dewy's.
I don't think he is getting special treatment even though I don't like the gang banga wantabe thug.
I just went thru it about 6 years ago and it is not fun.
Now if one gets busted with a high BAC, like Mello did, they have to have a interlock system in the vehicle they plan to drive for a couple years after they complete all the court requirements including losing their license for whatever period of time according to their past record.
DUI's are a money making machine for the State and it's counties.
May 7, 2008
9:53 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
hey there steph, you started the name calling. I'm done with you, this is about the article. so you have $$ good for you. but the white trash will stay.
May 7, 2008
9:55 a.m.
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gwats writes:
The man can afford a personal driver to be on call 24/7. Driving should be something you do on vacation for fun if you are famous and in the public eye. He's in this trouble because he is young, immature, and cheap.
May 7, 2008
9:59 a.m.
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rmnreader writes:
Speeding is against the law for a reason - it is unsafe & kills innocent people. Fine if you are out on a lonely highway and want to kill only yourself go ahead & speed. His complete lack of care for innocent lives that he could take by speeding in town & driving drunk is digusting.
Take away his license - let's start treating him like the criminal that he is.
Loser.
May 7, 2008
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TheDenverB writes:
medina, you started the name calling in your second post by calling me a ding-bat, followed by calling people white trash, etc...
you are quite as black as the pot, my kettle friend (you just seem to have weaker arguments).
May 7, 2008
10:02 a.m.
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MarineGrunt writes:
Posted by medina88 on May 7, 2008 at 9:04 a.m. (Suggest removal)
Steph your just a waste of space. Log off already.
LOL.. who gets to be the Kettle and who is the Pot?
May 7, 2008
10:03 a.m.
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MrCrush writes:
"He's in this trouble because he is young, immature, and cheap."
No he's in trouble because he's a thug who was likely raised that way. I know plenty of young, mature people who know right from wrong and respect the fact they must behave that way if they expect to get ahead in this world and be respected themselves. It's called ingnorance.
May 7, 2008
10:04 a.m.
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Steph writes:
Medina, you still didn't answer my question. I didn't think you could anyway. My, for a Christian you certainly had no problem getting angry and calling me names. You also don't seem to be able to think about the people that could have been hurt or worse, whenever Melo gets behind the wheel. What if it had been you or your children getting hurt?
May 7, 2008
10:05 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Yea you all are funny. Great comments!!
I made my point about Carmello. sorry Denver, didn't mean to hurt you feelings calling you a ding bat. I'll take it back.
May 7, 2008
10:07 a.m.
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TheDenverB writes:
hurt my feelings? please. i thought i was kindof cute.
but my point still stands, you were name calling first.
seriously, the more you post the easier it gets to shut down what you say.
May 7, 2008
10:12 a.m.
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Steph writes:
BTW, medina, "dingbat" is ONE word, not two.
May 7, 2008
10:13 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Steph, I don't remember saying I was a Christian. And nobody was hurt by him speeding. I never said it was okay for him to do it, I simply said posting on the front page was wrong. You assumed my kids looked up to him as an idol and now your assuming I'm a christian. Wow, you scare me.
May 7, 2008
10:25 a.m.
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TheDenverB writes:
actually, medina, those were pretty safe assumptions based on how adamant you were about protecting him as an idol for children and how much you used "GOD" to describe mello's talents and further the arguments in your posts.
if anything, you scare us.
really, just call it a day on the RMN blog. your hole is getting deeper and deeper.
May 7, 2008
10:26 a.m.
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Steph writes:
What part of "God gave him a special talent" tells me that you're NOT a Christian? Are you telling me that you aren't a Christian?
I never said that your children look up to Melo. You were very clear on that in your earlier post. I stated that children need better role models than thuggish sports "heroes."
May 7, 2008
10:30 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
There you go assuming again.
May 7, 2008
10:30 a.m.
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timothyc writes:
Let's see, Carmelo is a 23 year old man. sure, he's made a couple of mkistakes, DUI and speeding. But, what other young man his age hasn't made similar, if not worse, infractions of the law? I still thinks he is a great citizen of Denver.
May 7, 2008
10:31 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Yea, I'll have to agree with you Denver. I'm done, this is getting way to childish for me. Have a wonderful day.
May 7, 2008
10:37 a.m.
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Steph writes:
What am I "assuming" now? You love calling people names and accusing me of things but you clearly don't have the guts (or intelligence) to answer my questions.
Once again, are you a Christian?
How would you feel if your children or yourself were badly hurt by a drunk driver who makes millions of dollars a year when he could have paid for a driver to take him anywhere he wants at any time of the day. Those are the bad decisions Melo made both times when he's gotten into trouble and these decisions just prove how ignorant and childish he is.
May 7, 2008
10:41 a.m.
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Steph writes:
medina, I believe "this is getting TOO childish for me" is the correct spelling. Did you even go to school? Maybe that's why you have such ignorant, uneducated views.
May 7, 2008
10:52 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
The problem is that Steph is a Christian and will drink wine at church and drive home! What a hypocrit.... Shed for you dude!
May 7, 2008
10:59 a.m.
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LamboMan writes:
Wow, isn't there enough stress in life without getting so worked up over a news article about a speeding ticket?
Mangino-I subscribe to your rules of the road as well. 4-5mph over on residential roads, and 9-10 over on freeways. It's kept me ticket-free for over 20 years. And it's NOT that hard to do. Geez, why does everybody got to be in such a hurry anyway? Chill, peeps!!
One more thing: Hasn't Carmelo been in the news enough over the last 4 years for everyone to know how to spell his name? 1-L, not 2!
May 7, 2008
11:02 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Me being a christian is none of your business and i surely don't remember taking spelling tests at DU. Get over it already Steph. your owrried baout ny spelng, how sweet.
May 7, 2008
11:03 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
YAY for the DAWG!!!!
May 7, 2008
11:06 a.m.
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Steph writes:
GrieveDawg, you are so OFF THE TRACK, it's laughable. I haven't stepped into a church in decades; nor do I believe in organized religion - it's too hypocritical. On top of that, I've never liked the taste of alcohol and only drink wine about 2 times a year.
BTW, the correct spelling is "hypocrite." You must have gone to the same school as medina.
May 7, 2008
11:09 a.m.
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Steph writes:
Well, medina, if you are a Christian you are not a very good one. If you are truly devout, you would have no problem proclaiming it proudly to anyone. Isn't that what Jesus taught?
May 7, 2008
11:10 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Look who's digging their hole deeper now.
May 7, 2008
11:11 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
How would you know what Jesus taught, you don't go to church remember.
May 7, 2008
11:14 a.m.
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joggle writes:
We may all speed on Sante Fe, but not at 60-65 mph in a 45 mph zone. That's just asking for it.
May 7, 2008
11:15 a.m.
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gcrez writes:
medina88, this punk is guilty of multiple driving violations. Anyone who isn't an overpaid star would lose their license, no questions asked! And not everyone speeds 14-19 over. That is excessive and borderline wreckless driving. Don't ever make an excuse for this bafoon!
May 7, 2008
11:15 a.m.
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TheDenverB writes:
didn't you say you were done?
May 7, 2008
11:15 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
O Steph.. you must have one your 1st grade spelling be. 2 bad that it was the hylite of your life. When you have no content, bag on others.
May 7, 2008
11:18 a.m.
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Steph writes:
I've read the Bible, numb nuts. I probably know it better than you do. I've studied many religions if for no other reason than to see how the tenets of any religion have been taken over by man over the centuries and millions of sheep listen to and believe everything these men say. I was raised Catholic but was smart enough to see how hypocritical the church was, so I left and found that almost all organized religions are hypocritical.
May 7, 2008
11:18 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Jesus loves all of you equally! Even the Sinner Steph.
May 7, 2008
11:20 a.m.
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OhBrother writes:
I like melo and I think he is good for the nuggets, if he never came here we would still have nothing. Saying that, this dude better step up his game all around and play like he wants to win all the time becuase his clock is ticking
It's front page becuase of previous issues and him being the star of the team. If he never had problems before it would be a non issue but his history is showing a trend of off court distractions. Call him a thug, blame basketball, do whatever you want but the bottom line is his play isn't great and he is becoming an off court problem. He will be rich regardless but if he doesn't shape up he won't be getting nearly the same size contract he has now from us or from any other NBA team.
ok so "thugs" play basketball, big deal. It's a sport, not church, not rocket science, not anything else. Is it really that shocking?
what should we have a bunch of Dr. and lawyers out there playin round ball? Get serious, it's a game
May 7, 2008
11:20 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Denver I did say that but this is way to fun. So...I'm back!!
gcrez, I'm not making excuses for Carmelo, just that he shouldn't be on the front page...I said it again!!
May 7, 2008
11:21 a.m.
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Steph writes:
If so, Grieve Dawg, why would you make snarky comments about me since, according to you, I'm a "brother of Christ?"
May 7, 2008
11:25 a.m.
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TheDenverB writes:
it's fun to constantly get bashed on for not being logical or having any intelligent argument on here?
to each their own, i guess.
and i wouldn't tout your DU education so highly. i lived with several DU folks, and while there are some smart kids there... there are also plenty of rich kids who got in simply because daddy could pay the $30,000 tuition.
hell, my roomate was one of those people..
now, im not saying you are, but the more you comment on this site the more i'm thinking that is the case.
May 7, 2008
11:26 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Carmelo are you reading this?
May 7, 2008
11:29 a.m.
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ochis writes:
At one time I defended Melo and AI in converstions with my sports buddies. Then, I watched some youtube.com videos with Melo and AI and some of their "homies". I was thoroughly dissappointed in what I saw and heard. I don't support them anymore.
Melo, Kmart and the rest of those "gangsta" thugs do not need to "man up", they need to "DUMMY UP"!!
May 7, 2008
11:30 a.m.
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Steph writes:
I hope Carmelo IS reading this, but have we established yet whether he can read?
May 7, 2008
11:31 a.m.
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medina88 writes:
Wow...now I have numb nuts. another assumption!!!
Snarky comments for snarky people.
Denver-paid my own way. But it would have been nice if mommy and daddy did it. And I take great pride in my education. It was my goal and I got through it alone.
I guess living with some bad DU students, it must have rubbed off a little huh. Sorry.
May 7, 2008
11:32 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
We need to exorcise your demons, and practice a cleaner life. Hopefully it is not 2 late.
May 7, 2008
11:35 a.m.
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Steph writes:
And what demons are those? What kind of cleaner life do I need? Please be specific. Will be anxious to discover what you're talking about.
May 7, 2008
11:36 a.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
Steph sure knows alot about religon for not being religous! Aren't you the one who brought up the topic of god and all of that? Talk about carmelo and Get a life you loser.
May 7, 2008
11:38 a.m.
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Steph writes:
Ha Ha Double Chubby Chuck. I'm not necessarily feisty but I just want to call out people who say stupid things and see if they can justify their views. With the lack of responses I've received, I'd say that they can't justify them.
May 7, 2008
11:38 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
I know you from younger years Steph and it is OK. I don't think that we need to air your dirty laundry infront of all these people, but please forgive! I pray for you, since you have been through so much.
May 7, 2008
11:39 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
ITS OK STEPH
May 7, 2008
11:40 a.m.
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Steph writes:
I'm not the one who brought up God. Look at medina's first or second message about God giving talent to our poor little thug boy. Are you religious rg2020?
May 7, 2008
11:40 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
The first step is admitting it, the next is getting help.
May 7, 2008
11:42 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Hopefully RG is and he is going to help you also.
May 7, 2008
11:43 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Where did our Chubby Bunny Chuck go?
May 7, 2008
11:44 a.m.
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jacka writes:
Dude, hire a car to drive you around. Leave the 911 or whatever to weekend driving with the wife.
May 7, 2008
11:44 a.m.
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dilligaf writes:
A SPEEDING TICKET!!!!!!! OH NO!!!!!!!! Lets ship him off. You bunch of clowns out their ever speed? This shouldn't even make the paper. My god we have kids his age getting killed in Iraq. Come on lets get our priorities straight.
May 7, 2008
11:45 a.m.
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AC writes:
Yeah, everyone speeds on South Santa Fe and that is prima facie proof that the speed limit should be raised. The friggin' COPS do 60 to 65 when they're on their way to or from downtown or District 4 or the stables. Have you EVER seen a DPD car, especilly the unmarked commanders' on their way downtown, obeying the 45 limit? Honestly, doing 60 there IS going with the flow. Get with it, Denver, and set an honest speed limit. Stop pulling over people who are otherwise driving safely.
Just TRY to drive 45 on Santa Fe and be prepared to be run over.
May 7, 2008
11:48 a.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
does it matter if i am or not. You are off ranting and raving about religion and not about this article.
May 7, 2008
11:50 a.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
The Law is the Law!! Don't make excuses for a habitual offender just because he can make a shot.
May 7, 2008
11:56 a.m.
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GreeleyNugz writes:
This is a non basketball effecting issue. So why is it in the paper???? Well because every reporter on the rocky mountain news hates the nuggets . Actually they hate our two best players more then anything. Anyway keep reporting "efficient" news that no one cares about!! "COPS CATCH MELO AGAIN" LOL! Thats the funniest effin headline ive ever heard!! Keep writing poop.
May 7, 2008
11:57 a.m.
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Steph writes:
I didn't bring the subject up. Medina did. You and others have made certain remarks about me and religion and I'm just answering them. The fact that it "doesn't matter if I am or not" just shows your reluctance to proudly proclaim your beliefs (if any).
OK, let's talk about the article. Melo is an ignorant but very wealthy bball player and can't seem to keep himself out of trouble. How hard is it to hire a driver, especially when you're very rich and are already in trouble with a bad driving record? THAT's why I think he's an idiot.
May 7, 2008
11:57 a.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
how did this article make the paper but his late night rendevous in vegas with prince did not?
May 7, 2008
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Steph writes:
Probably because he was in similar trouble a very short time ago.
May 7, 2008
12:05 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
I saw Melo and Prince in Vegas and I just think that Melo was toooooo drunk for his own good! The touching was all innocent, but there weren't any girls around???
May 7, 2008
12:06 p.m.
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my3pugs writes:
It's reported because people read it, and are interested in it, the volume of comments prove that. the newsworthy aspect here is that within 3 weeks, he gets pulled over again. and may lose his license. Putting a spotlight on his behavior may, just may give him the message that what he's doing isn't okay and maybe, just maybe, he will acknowledge that he isn't the image he has. Most people don't get the opportunity to get the message and go on self-destructing so maybe the publicity is really a blessing.
May 7, 2008
12:24 p.m.
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Steph writes:
Bendovermen and URAHoles: ARe you saying Melo could be bisexual?
May 7, 2008
12:28 p.m.
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Steph writes:
Well, I hope we don't find out Melo's not 100% heterosexual. Just imagine his defenders on this thread and how they'll change their tune before their heads explode. I wonder how many people would not want their kids to see him as a role model then.
May 7, 2008
12:31 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
I dont know if he is bi or not nor do i care! I am just saying what I heard from people in vegas.
May 7, 2008
12:42 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
I have no clue what went on behind closed doors... just saying that they looked REALLY close. Maybe it was the alcohol, maybe he like dudes? Just don't be suprised if it does come out that he is Bi. Hopefully people won't be so judgemental that they hold that against him. What happens in Vegas, STAYS in Vegas.
May 7, 2008
12:53 p.m.
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gr8fuldude writes:
Melo's month will get a whole lot worse in six months when LaLa has had enough of his antics and announces to the world that he ain't the babydaddy.
May 7, 2008
1:06 p.m.
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medina88 writes:
Oh for crying out loud Steph your still at it. Your ass.uming is beyond stupid. Do you REALLY think he's bisexual? Really?
Bend-over-men seems like he like the whole idea of it.
EEEWWWWWWWWWWW!!!!!
May 7, 2008
1:10 p.m.
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Lewlew writes:
Who of you who love to call black athletes thugs knows the meaning of "thug?" MrCrush, who raises their child to be a thug, I guess the same kind of people who raise their kids to be racist. gr8fuldude, LaLa ain't going no where, and that child is a spitting image of his father. Why all the bs blabbering? He got a ticket for speeding who gives a @#$@? Only news because it's Carmelo. Kick a person when their down, because that's what people do to make themselves feel better. Get a life.
May 7, 2008
1:19 p.m.
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CaptainObvious writes:
Hey NotChasB! How are you? I was getting worried because I hadn't seen a comment from you in a while. I hope things are OK. It's good to see you're still full of p & v. How's your wife and my kids? Just kidding! But seriously, I was missing your bad grammar, blind faith, horrible spelling, complete non-acceptance of others who are different than you, homophobia, and tremendously skewed outlook. Good to see you around again.
But your new playmate Medina88 took the "Oh my god did she actually type that? Award" for the day when she typed:
"We are only hurting our children who look up to this guy."
THAT made me laugh out loud! Thanks Medina88. I'm sure you made a lot of people laugh at you with that amazingly dense comment. Please tell me you are not allowed to operate a car. And that you have someone to wipe drool off your chin. Wow, NCB, you have your work cut out for you. You are going to have to work pretty hard to top that gem today.
May 7, 2008
1:19 p.m.
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gr8fuldude writes:
LaLa's a ho...they'll be on "Maury" within a year.
May 7, 2008
1:28 p.m.
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Big_D writes:
I don't care what any of you say I would rather have Melo than Van Exel any day. The guy will get older and grow up and this pain should expedite that. I think he still deserves a break because he is only 23. If he were in his forties it would be a different story but 23? I wasn't a good role model at 23 either.
May 7, 2008
1:33 p.m.
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McGowdog writes:
HAHAHAHAHA! This is good entertainment.
I'm finding it hard to defend Melo these days.
The Who Cares! Why does RMN print this kwrap argument is getting pretty weak because Melo keeps going bonehead and giving them something to write about.
He is black! What a newsflash that is. So anybody who says anything against him or judges him harshly will be called a racist. Fine! So be it! Then anyone who calls the racist a racist is a racist too. Until people stop sayin white trash, I'll continue to say Gov'ment cheese Welfare receivin' democrats!
Too funny. This is gettin' good. Pass the popcorn.
May 7, 2008
1:35 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
BigD you don't see Labron getting in trouble do you. Melo is loser in life and basketball. He hasn't lived up to any of his potential. I would rather have a guy who is half as talented and has more will to win and suceed over melo any day of the week.
May 7, 2008
1:44 p.m.
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junglegymco writes:
I don't care if Melo makes mistakes, but he needs to learn how to be a real "man". And real men don't call attention to themselves, trying to get people to acknowledge how "manly" they are, by saying things like, "I'm going to Man up". Ugh. It's like saying, "Look at me - look at how great I am - I'm going to say I did something wrong. Here I go. I'm going to say it now. Aren't I great for being such a 'man?'" To top it off, he can't even be bothered to use English ("man up" is neither a verb nor an adverb). What an ego. So completely self-serving.
I doubt Melo will ever be a man in that sense; his behaviour indicates that he will always need to call attention to how great he is, while putting others down (remember his "quitters" comment).
Can we trade him for say, anyone else?
May 7, 2008
1:54 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
The nugs should trade melo to bring back ryan bowen
May 7, 2008
1:56 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Nice Post TWICE HOLE!!!!
May 7, 2008
1:59 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Hole sucks!!
May 7, 2008
2:04 p.m.
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Lewlew writes:
McGowdog, I would love for you to stand in the middle of a crowd of what you call "Gov'ment cheese Welfare receivin' democrats" and repeat it. You ain't got the balls. So stop pretending. You are just babbling trying to pretend what you think matters.
rg2020, who made you the master over life and basketball? How do you figure he's a looser in life and basketball. Can you please stop rattling off bs. He's paid million of bucks per year, so he's got to be winning in something.
Until everyday people stop making celebrities and athletes more important than they are, they'll always think they are privileged. Why would anybody look up to an athlete or entertainer as a role model?
May 7, 2008
2:10 p.m.
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McGowdog writes:
I'd do that, but I'm too busy working so I can pay $3.49/gallon so I can get to work.
In the meantime, I pay taxes and will pass a drug test 24/7.
I agree with you on the role model thing. Parents ought to take responsibility and raise their own damn children.
I enjoy watching NFL, NBA, and MLB late in the season. We fans pay their salaries. If you don't like professional athletes, get another hobby and quit yer b!tchin'.
May 7, 2008
2:14 p.m.
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Big_D writes:
rg2020,
LaBron walks on water as far as Cleveland is concerned and you will never hear anything bad about him no matter what he does. Also we didn’t draft him so Melo is better than Van Exel any day.
May 7, 2008
2:19 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
The MAN is 23 yrs old and people are saying give him a break and he is still learning. He has been driving for 7 yrs now. I don't know how long it takes people to "learn" how to drive but i think he would know by now. He is a looser because he has a ton of talent and is to lazy to use it. I hear drug dealers make millions a year does that make them winners too? Get a clue Lewser
May 7, 2008
2:23 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
Bigd any athlete in anytown would get called out if they did anything stupid like melo. Labron doesn't walk on water he just isn't as dumb as melo. At least Van Exel had heart. I don't remember him calling his team a bunch of quitters either.
May 7, 2008
2:24 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Hey Hole, I have a great jobs at one the restaurants that you probably frequent. When you find a curly in your mashed potatoes, don't be suprised! Ooooops
May 7, 2008
2:28 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
do they serve food now?
May 7, 2008
2:28 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Crabs
May 7, 2008
2:29 p.m.
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CaptainObvious writes:
Ha Jill! Apparently you need to post twice to get Hole to understand.
May 7, 2008
2:31 p.m.
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medina88 writes:
URAholes, maybe it was McDonalds!
May 7, 2008
2:32 p.m.
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Squatch writes:
Im just glad to see we have so many law abiding citizens on this message board. It amazes me to see that we have any crime with all the do gooders that never speed, never drive drunk, never get into any disputes, never lie or get into any trouble.
Keep up the good work soon we should be able to eliminate all crimes when all YOU get out into the community and show people how to live right.
May 7, 2008
2:33 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
It is not MCDONALDS!!! Not funny medinahole:0
May 7, 2008
2:35 p.m.
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medina88 writes:
Yea, I'm with you on that Squatch. All of this just because I said "everyone speeds on Santa Fe".
Hey Jill69, what kind of dirt do you have on Steph?
May 7, 2008
2:35 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
Hey Squatch glad you can read! Big day huh!
May 7, 2008
2:39 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Steph and I were in a sex rehab for degenerates, rough time of my life, and he has some serious problems that will never fully get fixed. Lets just say Clown... Fist... I am not saying anything else.
May 7, 2008
2:42 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
the SRD. i have heard of that hope it helped
May 7, 2008
2:45 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
Hey Jill would you have a breakdown if you saw Bozo the clown in a oil wrestling match with a bunch of coeds?
May 7, 2008
2:46 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
No but Steph would for sure!! I am much better now. Thanks for asking.
May 7, 2008
2:49 p.m.
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BOHICA_thePC_POLICE writes:
BOHICA BABY! STANDS FOR Bend Over Here It Comes Again... the pc police and you all who think Carmelo is an idiot for "speeding"... please... really? The PC people are at it again... they worry more about Carmelo driving then a teen girl having an abortion, hell, more than any women having an abortion... because it's her choice, well guess what PC people, it's his choice to speed too. And he isn't evil by speeding, so get over it and quit BOHICA'ING SOCIETY!!!
May 7, 2008
2:49 p.m.
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medina88 writes:
Congrats on your recovery Jill69. Great info too.
Thanks I feel much better today.
May 7, 2008
2:55 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
My problem wasn't the carnies.... more little furry animals with tubes... ouch. Lets just say the road to recovery was the brown road. I am fully recovered though. Have a great day:)
May 7, 2008
2:58 p.m.
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Steph writes:
Hmm, Jill69, seems like your recovery was little more than pulling your head out of your bottom. Maybe you could help medina with his.
May 7, 2008
3 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
Hey Steph.
Carnie Carnie Carnie... bring back memories Bozo?
May 7, 2008
3:01 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
Hey Steph sorry to hear about your condition. I hope the SRD worked as well for you as it sounds like it did for Jill. All the best! Stay away from Barnum and Baily!
May 7, 2008
3:05 p.m.
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RaidersRule1975 writes:
A wig and some motor oil.... how quickly Steph falls back into bad habits. Sad... so much hope.
May 7, 2008
3:09 p.m.
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RaiderNation82 writes:
bring back ryan bowen problem solved
carnie, carnie, carnie- that is not right she could lapse any second and go back to a life of big shoes, curly red hair and appendages. Stay strong Steph we are behing you
May 7, 2008
3:18 p.m.
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Shaupeen writes:
Holes - no way! Someone on here who can laugh at themselves??? Well done!
May 7, 2008
3:19 p.m.
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Steph writes:
you are "behing" me? Ha Ha Ha. Why do you make yourself seem more stupid than you already are?
It's obvious people get very upset when they are asked questions that they don't want to answer.
AGAIN, Jill69, what made you think I have demons that need to be exorcised? You never answered that question.
May 7, 2008
3:35 p.m.
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ONEman writes:
Steph seriously did you just correct someone for using role in role model and say it should be spelled roll as in dinner roll or roll down hill?LMAO!!!!!!
Stay away from the paint cans before you coerrect someone else, either that or stop Methin around.
I'll bet most of you who are talking trash are white and feel justified when criticizing any minority. I know by thug you men N*****. I can pick a bigot with my eyes closed. That seems to be the majority ofwho gets on this board. That's why yo