There's still almost 3 months left until the start of the NBA, but I'm getting eager already. Like an eager beaver.  Why do they say beavers are eager?   I picture a furry little brown creature gnawing away at a piece of bark. 

 Anyway, so the NBA has recently released the 2008-2009 season schedule, be sure to check out your favorite teams' calendars.   http://www.nba.com/teams/teamSchedulesLinks.html

The fact that the Lakers play the Celtics on Christmas Day does not surprise me.  Can't wait for a rematch against the team that supposedly has the "best" player in the world.  Nice way to hype yourself up, Paul! 

On another note, NBA fans are waiting to see what name they decide on for the new OKC team.  I'm glad they aren't carrying over the "Sonics" name.   That would just be like breaking tradition.  Just like, you can't remove the Reignman and the Glove away from the Sonics legacy.

So back to the name.  Which would you pick from: Barons, Bison, Energy, Marshalls, Wind, and Thunder?

Energy?!  I know, how about the OKC Lightbulbs?  Or Bolts?  Zap!  Pow!  Nope, not so much!
I honestly can't say I have a favorite.  Sources say "Thunder" is in the lead.  Guess we'll find out soon.

Beaver