DALLAS – Despite being out for the rest of the 2010-11 NBA regular season, Dallas Mavericks forward Caron Butler is in good spirits as he rehabs from a partial tear of the patellar tendon in his right knee.

While in town for the Super Bowl, I had a chance to catch up with Butler following the Mavericks 102-92 victory over his former team, the Washington Wizards. Butler, a Wisconsin native, is attending the Super Bowl on Sunday in order to cheer on his Green Bay Packers. Has Butler ruled out a return for the playoffs? Find out.

BET.com: How is the rehab coming along?

Caron Butler: It’s coming along good. Today is the first day I have been able to bend it. It’s been straight for a month now. Having an opportunity to get my walking pattern back is big. I’m glad to be able to do that finally.

And you’re out for the regular season and going to try to return for the playoffs?

Yeah, maybe the playoffs. That’s the big push. Four-to-six months so you’re looking at like the 2^nd round of the Western Conference playoffs. That’s something I’m really pushing for.

Based on your tweets, you have been really upbeat despite the injury. What keeps you going?

Family and just knowing it could be worse. Obviously I keep my faith in God and I don’t question what happens. This is one of those situations where you just have to continue to go forward. Or you can soak in your misery and it can go totally the opposite way. Just rehabbing and trying to remain positive and move forward.

Your former team is in town, did you have a chance to catch up with anyone?

I saw Andray, JaVale, Nick. Ernie Grunfeld, the president and general manager. Saw a couple other people. I just talked to them and exchanged words, letting the guys know I miss them and it’s still all love. It was good.

How does American Airlines arena stand out from other arenas in the league?

Mark Cuban and everyone has done a great job of getting the fans so involved with this ball club. Before the game, season ticket holders line up in the hallway and they get a chance to interact with us in the tunnel as we prepare for our prayer and head out to the court. There are so many hands on activities. I think we do the most community appearances by double than any team in the NBA. We had a great interaction. They support us. We support them. It’s a great marriage.

You’re a Wisconsin native and the Green Bay Packers are in the Super Bowl. What’s your prediction?

I got Green Bay, all day. Unfortunately, the Pittsburgh Steelers were in the house tonight but it’s OK. They are second best, it’s cool.

Are you going to the Super Bowl?

Yeah, definitely going to the game. Our owner is a huge Pittsburgh guy but we will be sitting in his suite, rooting for the Packers.

There’s only one Don King.

The legendary promoter is still going strong at the age of 79 with no signs of slowing down.

King chatted with BET.com prior to the Devon Alexander-Timothy Bradley fight on his relationship with fellow promoter Bob Arum and if retirement is in his future.

BET.com: What’s the key to maintaining a career in the boxing industry for as long as you have?

Don King: The key to me is faith in God and working with people. I’m a people promoter; a promoter of the people, for the people. Respect for my fellow American and whoever my partner might be. Aretha Franklin laid it out. R-E-S-P-E-C-T. I take the two-by-four out of my eye before I take the splinter out of my brother’s eye.

What was the reasoning behind this fight being held at the Silverdome?

I didn’t select the Silverdome. My partner and co-promoter in this event, Gary Shaw, did. Unfortunately, my wife died at the time of the selection process and I was not really into it. He did it and I applaud him for doing it. He got a great city in Detroit and a city that’s in need. The big three (General Motors, Chrysler, Ford) are coming back. Motown USA, where the biggest thing going in there for us was Berry Gordy, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, The Supremes. They all had a part of this whole thing in an urban area. The Motown express is on the move and we are reenergizing the Motown express. It’s really picking up steam as we go down to the finish line, which will be on the 29^th at the Silverdome.

What has it been like spending so much time with Bob Arum the past week?

It was wonderful. I would never know how good I was if I didn’t have Lonesome Bob on my tail all the time. Coming from two diverse backgrounds … he from Harvard and me from the streets. The ex-convict getting an unconditional pardon from Governor James A. Rhodes. To be back with him again, because he was highly competitive. You know how prosecutors think. They always think they can beat anything.  To have a guy like him snipping at my nose … you have to be able to deal with it. It’s a good experience to go back with Lonesome Bob and make things happen.

With Martin Luther King Jr. Day last week, what does it mean to have two young, black undefeated fighters headlining on HBO?

That’s fantastic. I think HBO outdone themselves and I think this is the first time they really have a real show because they have been falling short of the mark because they are not matchmakers. What it is here is you have a great show that nobody can condemn because it stands tall.

Is retirement a word in your vocabulary?

Retirement? What is that? Is it a plane? Is it a bird? People are my retirement. I take great comfort in my relationship with people. The good, the bad and the ugly.

Earlier today, you heard from St. Louis native Devon Alexander.

The man he’s stepping in the ring against is the undefeated Timothy Bradley.

After his victory over Luis Abregu last July, Bradley called out Alexander. Six months later, the two undefeated fighters are set to unify the junior welterweight championships.

Bradley chatted with BET.com on why he wouldn’t fight Alexander in St. Louis and who he will call out next if he wins.

BET.com: How is training camp coming along?

Timothy Bradley: Training is going well. I’m just tapering off now. I’m polishing up with light sparring and just working on a game plan.

Did you have a problem fighting Devon Alexander in St. Louis?

I would have a problem fighting in St. Louis. I would. Due to the fact that that’s where Devon’s from. Would he have a problem fighting me here in California? I’m sure he would. I absolutely would have a problem. We need to fight on neutral territory. Atlanta would have been great. New Orleans would have been great. That’s the promoters job. It’s not my job. If I could choose where the fight could have been held, I would have chose California.

Is there any concern about fighting in front of a small crowd at the Silverdome?

As a fighter, I don’t worry about that. I have to worry about a young lion that I’m getting in the ring with. I’m not worried about the ticket sales. All I know is that on January 29^th, I have to get it on with Devon Alexander and I’m ready to go.

With Martin Luther King Jr. Day last week, what does it mean to have two young black fighters headlining on HBO?

It’s amazing. You rarely get these opportunities, especially when you have two guys in their prime. It means a lot. It says a lot. We have come a long way since the Martin Luther King days. This guy has a dream and it still lives on today. It’s amazing.

What challenges will Devon Alexander present in the ring?

He’s young. He’s determined. He’s a good fighter, man. It’s going to be a helluva challenge for myself but I will prevail in the end.

As a fighter, do you get tired of hearing about Mayweather-Pacquiao when Bradley-Alexander could be the fight of the year?

Nah, I don’t get tired of hearing about Floyd and Manny. I want to see them go at it. I really like the position I’m in right now. I’m not too busy worrying about those guys right now. I have a lot of unfinished business at 140 pounds that I need to care of first. And then we will see what happens later on in a year or two.

If you defeat Alexander, who can we expect you to call out following the fight?

Mayweather. Pac-Man. Amir Khan.

You can defeat Devon Alexander if …

If he stands in and trades with me.

The names Devon Alexander and Timothy Bradley might not ring a bell for the average sports fan.

But boxing fans have circled January 29 on their calendars in anticipation of one of the biggest fights in 2011.

The undefeated Alexander and Bradley will step in the ring Saturday night on HBO to unify their junior welterweight titles.

Just like he did last August, Alexander spoke with BET.com before his fight to discuss what challenges Bradley will present in the ring and why this fight is happening at the Silverdome in Detroit.

BET.com: How is training camp coming along?

Devon Alexander: Training is good. We are preparing to go 15 rounds. We are ready to rock and roll. We are just putting the finishing touches on camp.

What’s this about you staying in one of Don King’s houses in Las Vegas?

We are stationed here in Las Vegas in one of Don King’s houses. The one that Mike Tyson would stay at. I’m sleeping in the bed that Mike Tyson slept in. The bed is huge, so I only take up half of the bed.

What challenges will Timothy Bradley present in the ring?

He’s going to come in there and try to muscle me around. He’s just going to think that I’m not suppose to be in the ring with him. He’s bigger than me, so I’m just preparing for him to be a bully.

I asked Bradley if he had a problem fighting in St. Louis and he said yes. Would you have a problem fighting in his homestate of California?

I don’t know. I wouldn’t mind. It just depends on what my promoter and manager think. I don’t get into that. I wouldn’t mind. If you’re a real champion and say you’re a real champion, I’m the bigger draw. I can draw over 10,000 people in my hometown. Come on to my hometown if you’re a real champion.

It seems like the decision to fight at the Silverdome  and poor ticket sales is overshadowing what should be a great fight. Is that the case?

Yeah, that’s crazy. That’s poor judgment on Gary Shaw’s part. The fight could be in Alaska. This fight is more important than the Silverdome. I’m just going to come in there … two people could be in the arena. I’m just coming to get the victory.

With Martin Luther King Jr. Day last week, what does it mean to have two young black fighters headlining on HBO?

It means a lot. We didn’t have the right to use the same water fountains and same bathrooms, so for us to get an opportunity like this to be treated equally, it means a lot.

Do you have a relationship with Bradley outside the ring?

No, not outside the ring. I knew him as an amateur. He was a cool dude. We spoke and everything like that. Right now, it’s not hot until after the 12^th round.

As a fighter, do you get tired of hearing about Mayweather-Pacquiao when Bradley-Alexander could be the fight of the year?

Yeah, but this is boxing and they are looking at the top of the sport and the cash cows. They are going to continue to bring it up. Bradley-Alexander is going to be an excellent fight. I think it’s on the caliber of Mayweather-Pacquiao. It’s not the same money or anything like that but I think two undefeated fighters fighting is a big deal.

If you defeat Bradley, who is next?

The sky is the limit. I’m going to be the number one in the division. We are just going to have to see what happens and what my promoter and manager says.

You can beat Timothy Bradley if …

I can beat Timothy Bradley if I come in myself and follow the gameplan.

An exciting month of boxing action ends this Saturday on HBO with a trio of fights, including the undefeated Andre Berto.

The Haiti native takes on Freddy Hernandez but has his eyes set on a bigger opponent for early 2011 after HBO Sports President Ross Greenburg called out the quality of Berto’s opponents.

“Hopefully he’s right,” Berto said on Greenburg’s comments that he would be off HBO unless he fought a quality fighter. “That’s what I want. That’s something I have been barking for.”

Prior to stepping in the ring on Saturday, Berto chatted with BET.com about the recovery in Haiti and Manny Pacquiao.

BET.com: What challenges will Freddy Hernandez present in the ring?

Andre Berto: He’s a determined fighter. A tough Mexican fighter. He’s tall and has a good right hand. It’s definitely going to be something to look for.

What did you think about Bernard Hopkins comments towards Manny Pacquiao about not fighting black boxers?

I heard about it and when I thought about it, he [Manny] never really has fought or beat a black fighter. Then again, I don’t know. It’s kind of a touch subject. Manny Pacquiao is a good fighter either way it goes. He was basically just stating his opinion on it but I really don’t have too much to say on that. I would love to see it happen.

What did you take away from the Pacquiao-Margarito fight?

Mayweather has all the tools to beat him. I haven’t really seen Pacquiao fight a guy with as much speed as Mayweather and power. I don’t really know too many other fighters in the division that can really matchup with him like that but Floyd Mayweather or myself. I think he would definitely give him problems if he has someone in there just as fast and just as strong as him.

Your trainer said Floyd Mayweather would beat Pacquiao. Do you agree?

Mayweather has all the tools to beat him. I haven’t really seen Pacquiao fight a guy with as much speed as Mayweather and power. I don’t really know too many other fighters in the division that can really matchup with him like that but Floyd Mayweather or myself. I think he would definitely give him problems if he has someone in there just as fast and just as strong as him.

Would you like a shot at Pacquiao in 2011?

Yeah, definitely. Our focus is on Freddy Hernandez but I just want to fight the top come next year. I believe I’m ready and I believe I’m focused. That’s all I want to see. I want to see the Shane Mosley’s, the Cotto’s, the Pacquiao’s. I think it’s about time.

What did you think about Ross Greenburg’s comments about you fighting a big fight in 2011 or else you won’t be featured on HBO?

We are going to wait and see. Hopefully he’s right. That’s what I want. That’s something I have been barking for. I believe that a lot of the critics and a lot of the fans in general have been getting it misconstrued, thinking it’s about me not wanting to make these fights happen. Our team has been going to the table and trying to get these fights to go down. It’s not that easy.

We are approaching the 1-year anniversary of the earthquake in Haiti. Is the country headed in the right direction?

There’s still a lot of work that needs to be done. Haiti is now coming off the E. coli situation. They can’t catch a break right now but they still need tremendous help and tremendous aid. We are trying to get all the NGO’s involved in hopes of the country headed into a better direction.

The best pound-for-pound fighter in the world (Sorry, Floyd Mayweather), Manny Pacquiao, steps in the ring Saturday night (HBO PPV) in search of his eighth title in eight different weight classes, squaring off against Antonio Margarito for the WBC Super Welterweight championship.

When he’s not training for fights, Pacquiao is a congressional representative of the Sarangani province, which has been a distraction in the eyes of trainer Freddie Roach.

Distractions or no distractions, Pacquiao will be focused on the task at hand when the bell rings from Cowboys Stadium.

Pacquiao chatted with BET.com after arriving in Los Angeles from the Philippines and talks about his future in the sport of boxing and if he will ever fight Mayweather.

BET.com: How is training camp coming along?

Manny Pacquiao: It’s good. We were able to train in the Philippines for three weeks and came here for the last three weeks.

Are the reports about you having distractions in training camp accurate?

It depends on who you ask. If you ask my trainer and my conditioning coach, then yes. I think they feel there are distractions because they are not comfortable in the Philippines. They are homesick I think. For me, it’s part of my life and part of my job. It is my responsibility to do these things.

Are you and Freddie Roach on the same page in terms of training for this fight?

Yes, I think so. We have had discussions when we have been in the gym and we are doing a good job in the gym.

Any concern about the size advantage that Antonio Margarito has?

We prepared for the fight against Margarito. I think he’s a bigger fighter but my speed, quickness and power will be enough to control the fight and I will be able to show my skills.

Who is the better singer: Manny Pacquiao or Will Ferrell?

Oh my god. [Laughs] I think hopefully me. If he’s better than me … yeah. Wow. Hopefully me.  I had lots of fun. It’s my third time there [On Jimmy Kimmel].

Why do you think Amir Khan should fight Floyd Mayweather?

I think it would be a good fight for Amir. His style is fast and he has some power. He’s a good amateur boxer and Floyd was an amateur fighter.

Do you think Khan would win the fight?

Yes, I think if those two fought, it would be a great fight, but with Amir, he might win that fight.

How much longer do you see yourself fighting?

Maybe another three or four fights. It depends on who the opponents are. At this point in my career, I don’t need to fight for money. It’s more about giving back to the fans because they have been so good to me with the De La Hoya, Hatton and Cotto fights. I need to give back to the fans because they are the ones that make Manny Pacquiao, Manny Pacquiao.

Is there something else you want to prove in your last 3-4 fights?

I don’t need to prove anything, anymore. I just need to keep proving to the fans that I will fight the best and I’m willing to fight whoever, whenever. Hopefully we can get the Mayweather fight done.

Is that something your camp is working on?

I don’t know. My job is to train and win the fights.

Philadelphia native Mike Jones will step in the ring on Saturday for the biggest fight in his young career, taking on Jesus Soto Karass in front of nearly 60,000 at Cowboys Stadium in Dallas.

Jones, a former forklift operator at Home Depot, quit his job in order to focus on his boxing career. At 22-0 with 18 knockouts, Jones will be featured on the undercard for the Manny Pacquiao-Antonio Margarito HBO pay-per-view fight on Saturday night.

Jones spoke to BET.com about how he got involved in boxing and what fighter he wants to take on in the future.

BET.com: How did you get involved in boxing?

Mike Jones: I was always good at sports. I played basketball and football. Nothing real serious though. I wanted to box so my father took me down to the Joe Frazier’s boxing gym and that’s where I started as a amateur at the age of 15. I was an amateur until 21 or 22 and then I turned pro.

Did Joe Frazier ever give you a hard time for being a bigger Muhammad Ali fan?

[Laughs] I never told him that. Joe was great. I really looked up to him.

Growing up in Philadelphia, which local boxers did you idolize?

I loved Bernard Hopkins and how he would execute his gameplan in the ring. When he fought an undefeated Felix Trinidad and how he was able to take away his power and outboxed him the whole fight before knocking him out.

Tell me about your job as a fork lifter at Home Depot:

I’m not working at Home Depot anymore. I use to work there. I stopped two fights ago. I have been stepping up in competition and I have been trying to give boxing my all.

Did you ever think a forklift operator would be fighting at Cowboys Stadium?

Yeah, actually I have. I never really pictured myself working at Home Depot. I always felt like I’m a fighter first.

As a Philadelphia Eagles fan, is fighting in Cowboys Stadium extra motivation to you?

I got so much motivation in me that I don’t think I need anymore. I’m an Eagles fan all the way and I will be wearing my Eagles hat as I come to the ring.

Do you want a shot at Andre Berto?

Most definitely. Andre Berto is a great fighter. He’s looked at as one of the top welterweights out there. That’s who I want to fight. The best.

When World Wrestling Entertainment approached Nick Nemeth in 2006 about a gimmick that involved him being part of a stable of male cheerleaders, the amateur-wrestling star was disappointed to say the least.

While The Spirit Squad eventually captured the World Tag Team Championship, the group disbanded in Nov. 2006, sending Nemeth back to developmental in Ohio.

Fast forward two years later and Dolph Ziggler was born.

Ziggler, who has been a part of the Smackdown roster since 2009, is the WWE Intercontinental Champion after he defeated Kofi Kingston, thanks to the aid of Vickie Guerrero. “Friday Night Smackdown” moves to Syfy starting this Friday with a special live two-hour broadcast.

Ziggler spoke to BET.com about his amateur wrestling career, his time as part of The Spirit Squad and if law school is in his future one day.

MV: What was the transition like from an amateur wrestler at St. Edward High School and Kent State University to wrestling in the WWE?

DZ: I have always been a fan, since I was 5-years-old. I think that helps anyone who is trying to get in this business. They have knowledge of the past and everything you have seen in the ring and gone through. That really helped out. As someone who comes from St. Edward, where we were national champions, we worked really hard and we made it a point not to let anyone see any weakness or pain. We were very straight face and now it’s more sports entertainment, where you want to beat someone up and let them know you’re loving it too. That part was very interesting at first.

What professional wrestlers inspired you growing up?

When I was a kid, of course Hulk Hogan was around, and a lot of kids looked up to him. But I have always been a huge fan of Shawn Michaels and Ric Flair. I watched those guys and they were geniuses at what they did. They put on a show every time they went out there, and looked to steal the show every single time. That’s how I kind of model myself – - I look to steal the show each and every time I step between the ropes.

Have you heard the comparisons to Mr. Perfect before?

That’s an honor for me. He’s a legend and he was so great at what he did. I’ll never be Mr. Perfect but I have watched a lot of his matches and apparently I have some of his mannerisms. What a great guy to be compared to because he was so great and so quick. I have always been a big fan so I guess that’s rubbed off on me. Read the rest of this entry »

Shane Mosley was on his way to doing the unthinkable.

The 39-year-old had hurt Floyd Mayweather for the first time in his professional career during their May 1 fight at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.

And just as quickly as Mosley had rocked the undefeated Mayweather, the tables were turned and “Pretty Boy” Floyd took control of the final 10 rounds.

With the loss in the record books, Mosley returns to the ring this Saturday night at Staples Center, squaring off against Sergio “The Latin Snake” Mora on HBO PPV.

Mosley talked to BET.com a day after his 39th birthday to discuss what went wrong in his fight with Mayweather and fighting on a predominately Hispanic card.

MV: How does 39 feel?

SM: I feel great. I feel good. I got up and did my road work and now I’m ready to go to the gym.

MV: Physically, how old do you feel?

SM: I feel like I’m 28, 29. Pretty young.

MV: Take me back to your fight against Floyd Mayweather. After you hurt Floyd, why did the fight take such a turn in his direction?

SM: I just got a little tired in my neck area. I couldn’t throw the right punches anymore. My punches started coming out a little slower. Read the rest of this entry »

In the era of clichéd athletes, Milwaukee Bucks point guard Brandon Jennings is a breath of fresh air.

The 20-year-old trendsetter has proven in his short basketball career that he’s not afraid to think outside the box.

Whether it was skipping college to play professionally in Europe, his unique signature hair styles or spurning Nike and Reebok to sign with Under Armour, Jennings brings a certain swagger (speaking of clichés) to the NBA.

During the Elite 24 Weekend in Venice Beach, I had a chance to sit down exclusively with Jennings and discussed his new signature Under Armour shoe, his Team USA snub and his incident with Jordan Farmar.

MV: Looking back, what did you take away from playing in the Elite 24?

BJ: I was invited to Elite 24 and it was in New York City at Rucker Park. Famous park that everyone knows about. Just to be able to play there at a young age and actually put on a show for people from New York because I’m from Cali and my name wasn’t big on the East Coast. Just to go there and make a name for myself was a great thing for me and that’s how I blew up.

MV: How does Rucker Park compare to Venice Beach and vice versa?

BJ: You know what’s crazy? I have never played at Venice Beach before. For me, it’s a new experience for me, even though I’m from California. A lot of guys here, we don’t play outdoors like that. Venice Beach is not somewhere we play. New York is the Mecca of basketball, so you know the excitement there and how that is.

MV: How did you get involved with Under Armour?

BJ: It’s a very unique shoe company. They are scaring a lot of people right now because Nike feels like one day someone else can take over, and I believe we can at Under Armour. How I got involved was Kris Stone (Under Armour’s Director of Basketball), when I was getting ready to go overseas, he came to me and asked me if I wanted to be on board because he wanted me to rock the shoe. Me being a trendsetter and so different from everything, I wanted to take chance. Also, to be the face of a basketball company, you can’t ever turn that down. With my swagger and my game, I just try to bring that to Under Armour.

MV: How much input did you have in designing your shoe?

BJ: I had a lot of input. If you look at the shoes, it has three stripes on it. It symbolizes my family … my mom, my brother and me. The Gumby haircut … the shape of my shoe is like a Gumby because of the haircut I wore. The strap is from one of my black watches that I always wear. The name Black Ice came from the air freshener in my car. A lot of the things in the shoe come from me.

MV: Will anyone else wear your shoe?

BJ: I wouldn’t mind other players wearing my shoe, as long as its NBA players. Maybe a couple of high school players like Austin Rivers. It’s my shoe, so of course I’m going to be stingy about it.

MV: Do you have any regrets about skipping college to play professionally in Europe?

BJ: No. What’s crazy is everyone who was behind my back telling me that was a dumb decision, now they are all in my face saying how great of a decision it was along with signing with Under Armour. I just laugh.

MV: Have other players reached out to you for advice?

BJ: Not really. Not too much. What I would say to them is it’s not an easy thing. It’s not easy but it’s not hard … it’s a challenge. It depends on how tough you are.

MV: How would you grade your rookie year in the NBA?

BJ: I would have to give it an A. We got to the playoffs, won 46 games and everybody counted us out. For us to take Atlanta to seven games without our big man, that tells you a lot about our team.

MV: What are your expectations for this season?

BJ: Win 50 games, get out of the first round of the playoffs, win the Central Division and hopefully I can average a double-double.

MV: What are your thoughts on the Big 3 in Miami?

BJ: If that’s the new thing with everybody teaming up, I guess they should be expecting me, Tyreke Evans and Stephen Curry to team up when our contracts are up I guess. I’m going to have to talk to Tyreke and Stephen.

MV: Is that something you would seriously consider down the line?

BJ: I’m not going to say anything right now but from the looks of it, since everyone is doing it, then I guess we might as well just do it too so we could at least get some TV time. Just be in the mix at least.

MV: What was your initial response when the New York Knicks passed you up in the NBA Draft?

BJ: I was a little upset. But hey, it’s over and done with. I’m happy where I’m at and I think I’m in a great position with the Milwaukee Bucks. I have a great coach in Coach Skiles. He’s teaching me a lot and he also played the game. He’s also a real disciplined coach so he’s going to help me out a lot.

MV: Did Team USA reach out to you about playing?

BJ: I never got an invite or anything like that. Hey, it is what it is I guess. Even though I do have a little bit of European experience. I thought I would have been a great fit but good luck to the guys that got invited.

MV: As of a couple of weeks ago, you’re back on Twitter. Why did you delete your account the first time?

BJ: It’s just annoying to me at times. Sometimes Twitter gets too much for me so I like to take a break from it. I might delete my page and get back on it just because I want to take some time off. I don’t want people knowing what I’m doing and everything like that. It was good for me to get off Twitter for a minute.

MV: What should your Twitter followers expect from you?

BJ: What should they expect? Same me. I’m going to keep it real and say what I want. Just enjoy.

MV: Can you explain what happened with you and Jordan Farmar last season?

BJ: I really don’t like to make people famous because Jordan Farmar is really a nobody. We got into it during a game. They are beating us by 20 and he had said something. He was playing the garbage minutes so I guess he felt like poppin’ off. That was basically it. At the end of the day, you just laugh at a guy like that. But someone made a fake Jordan Farmar page talking crap and I though it was him but it really wasn’t. I got caught up in it.

MV: Was that one of the reasons why you deleted your Twitter account?

BJ: That was one of the reasons too but I also got tired of it.

MV: What can we expect in terms of a hairstyle for this season?

BJ: Right now I’m rocking a curl. Why? I don’t know. Just something different. I’m rocking a curl because I’m going to grow it out and then make my decision when the season starts.

MV: Are you going to television your hair “Decision?”

BJ: I might UStream it. Who knows.

MV: Being from Cali, do you know how to Dougie?

BJ: Do I know how to Dougie? No, I don’t know how to dougie. That’s what’s crazy but I need to learn. You might see a little next year. We have a couple of ESPN games next years so you will see me on there clowning.

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