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Posted by: Bradley McDonald

Hope everyone is having a lovely Christmas holiday so far. It actually feels like Christmas time down here in Louisiana. The high temperature is only going to be in the 30s today. Allegedly, there were some snow flurries (flurries = 2 flakes around here) yesterday, too, but not where I was.

A few sports notes:

• I laughed to myself when I saw that the Associated Press asked the BCS committee to stop using their poll in the BCS formula. They're basically saying they don't want to be associated with something that's as messed up as the BCS. The BCS committee definitely has to change, and it will be interesting to see what they actually do.
• Shaq and Kobe (and their 3rd grade feud) reunite today in a matchup between the Heat and Lakers. There's been a lot of trash talk between the two, but I suspect the two will be respectful on the court. Miami should take the game, but don't be surprised if Kobe goes off for 40 points.
• My eyes will be more on football this weekend, though. Not only are there some great matchups with teams fighting for playoffs sports, but I'm also in the championship game of our fantasy football league. Come on, Randy Moss, send me an early Christmas present today!
• Nick Saban is still mulling over the Dolphin's head coaching offer. According to the Miami Herald, LSU came back with a huge counter-offer, but there's been conflicting stories about that. Looks like the Astros also upped the ante to keep Carlos Beltran. Talk about a Merry Christmas for me if both these guys stay!

This time of the year is always hectic, but I hope everyone can find some time to relax.
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Happy Holidays!