Lopez With Troops in Hawaii
by Net Income on Oct 26, 2011 7:41 AM EDT
Email
Print
Brook Lopez is one of nine NBA players touring US military bases in Hawaii this week, playing pick up games and talking with wounded troops and servicemen's families. The group, mostly young players, have been in Hawaii since Sunday and will return on Friday. The tour is sponsored by the USO.
"I signed up for this tour because I wanted to be able to come out andspend quality time with our military families," said the Nets' center. "I am glad I did as it has been a blast."
Two days into the tour, the group has dined with troops, visited a Wounded Warrior Center and toured a Stryker and Aviation Unit at Scofield Barracks. The group has also led a youth basketball clinic and played in a "Hoops for Troops" USO basketball game alongside servicemen.
Meanwhile, Anthony Morrow will participate in an Atlanta exhibition game on November 5. The game will benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs. It's sponsored by Damien Wilkins.
- USO Delivers Slam Dunk with ‘Hoops for Troops’ Tour - USO Hoops
- VIDEO: Tyreke Evans Scores One For America In Battle Against America - Tom Ziller - SB Nation
- USO and NBA exhibition Game raw clip (Video) - Hawaii Stream - YouTube
- SLIDESHOW: NBA stars visit troops in Hawaii - USO Hoops
- NBA players entertain the troops - Brian McInnis - Honolulu Star-Advertiser
102 comments
|
0 recs |
Do you like this story?
Comments
good job Brook
Hey NI, is his brother with him?
Yep
More Than 2,600 Troops Turn Out as Derrick Rose, Tyreke Evans, Al Horford, D.J. Augustin, Brook Lopez, Robin Lopez, JaVale McGee and Mike Miller Deliver Smiles to Military Families
Time for a CAPTION CONTEST!!!!
Here’s my entry:
WOW, are you watching Finding Nemo on there? Lemmeseethat!
by mytoemytoe on Oct 26, 2011 9:53 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
...
“and here’s me with goofy, and here me with Mickey, and this is yesterday with the princess, and this morning here is me and Minnie at bruncha, and…”
Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
"Your 2010-2011 New Jersey Nets - It Is What It Is"
by eLonepb on Oct 26, 2011 11:18 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
lmao that guy is barely taller standing on a chair...
then again, I probably would be too
Nets Mets Giants ALL DAY
Middle Picture Caption
Brook “So is this how all those players got to into Looney Tune Land in Space Jam?”
Army Sgt “I have no idea what the hell your talking about boy…. Now as you can see this engine is made up of….”
by N.Ireland Nets Fan on Oct 26, 2011 10:37 AM EDT via iPhone app up reply actions 1 recs
USO in Hawaii??????
Brook is so brave and patriotic to risk his life going to front lines of battle to entertain troops….
Avery Johnson can go Outlaw himself.
Hey Avery: 我觉得你做得不是很好
NETS BASKETBALL…. JUST DEAL WITH IT!
It's not about being brave or risking his life...
He chose to dedicate some of his time to individuals and families that have gone through tough experiences.
in Hawaii.... what dedication.
the whole thing reeks:
“Brook, the NBA’s PR team wants you to join USO tour”
“Drrr, what UFO?”
10 min explanation….
“I don wanna go to Iraq”
“OK, Brook, there is a tour to Hawaii. That’s kind of near Disneyland, and your brother’s coming too.”
Avery Johnson can go Outlaw himself.
Hey Avery: 我觉得你做得不是很好
NETS BASKETBALL…. JUST DEAL WITH IT!
Well he has been MIA
for most for the off-season lol
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
by Shameer1016 on Oct 26, 2011 12:24 PM EDT up reply actions
Still has nothing to do with taking a shot at him for spending time with affected families.
As for being MIA, he was working out with the team at P3, and then everyone parted ways for the offseason after that. Someone discovered a picture of him at a gym, but it’s probable that he’s been working out without there being coverage of his whereabouts. The team provided him with an offseason workout plan, so I trust that he was busy this summer.
I wasn't saying he did anything wrong
and our season ended in April…….its almost November. Where the F could he have been?
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
You didn’t say anything wrong, I’m referring to the original post in this series of replies.
And he could still have been working out even if there wasn’t video and photo coverage of him training. We don’t need to see it for it to be true.
by OTRWaldo on Oct 26, 2011 3:18 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Yea, but if he participated in a few games like the other NBA stars
it could be a bit encouraging for the fans and his teammates.
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
Im sure he's been there a couple time this off-season
and its not even suppose to be funny
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
Wow what pessimism
Section 18, Row 7 at The Rock!
"Your 2010-2011 New Jersey Nets - It Is What It Is"
Brook can't even man-up to be a real captain of his basketball team.
not being pessimistic, just realistic
Avery Johnson can go Outlaw himself.
Hey Avery: 我觉得你做得不是很好
NETS BASKETBALL…. JUST DEAL WITH IT!
What's that have to do with you attacking a guy's character cause you want him sniping terrorists with a M4 in Fallujah?
Man, something wrong with you for real.
by vincecarter4pres on Oct 26, 2011 3:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Are you actually a Net fan?
Cause you never have one good thing to say.
by nets14 on Oct 26, 2011 5:39 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Yea seriously?
Good job to the Lopez bros and everyone else in attendance. This is more a PR move to the families involved.
by djeterfan on Oct 26, 2011 12:23 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Here's the point
Hawaii is where a lot of families stay while their loved one fight (and die) overseas. The USO tour is as much about the kids of soldiers and sailors as it is about the servicemen.
So the comments about his courage or lack of it is not just misplaced but cynical. He went there for the kids.
Perhaps some of you should try to think about what it’s like to live with the anxiety of not knowing how your kids are doing back home while you dodge bullets….and how every little bit helps even if it’s a visit from a goofy giant.
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
by Net Income on Oct 26, 2011 2:37 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions 1 recs
Some of us?
It’s one rotten apple with a 3 in his username…
by vincecarter4pres on Oct 26, 2011 3:52 PM EDT up reply actions
I don't believe in war especially if it's pointless
And that’s what the war is.
When you have to shoot, shoot don't talk.
killing someone over it is
Especially when the US is the richest country in the world.
When you have to shoot, shoot don't talk.
Honestly, it shouldn't matter what you believe in
I don’t believe in this war either. But, I certainly respect the members of our military who stick their neck out for us and defend our way of life.
Since Jerry25 is too busy covering that silly lockout business, I'm filling in for him on the news that's really important to us Nets fans....
Kris and the gang celebrating Kim’s 31st birthday a few days ago…
How about someone create a poll to ask the question "How long will their marriage last".
My answer is just “long enough to re-sign Hump for a slight discount”.
Hump's in the background for the picture! No respect
Kim’s thick borderline fat.
When you have to shoot, shoot don't talk.
last time i've heard from Kim
she was very upset with Hump over some BS, she talking about he spend to much time in Miami and NY with other females. Go Hump do your thing.
by Aidar Berlinbayev on Oct 26, 2011 6:32 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah she's a spoiled brat
I think she didn’t even change her name.
On the show Hump said he didn’t feel like he was getting married.
When you have to shoot, shoot don't talk.
She does
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
by Shameer1016 on Oct 26, 2011 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Kids lol?
These people don’t have kids, and if they do, they have more than enough money to get there body back the way they want if they can’t the natural way.
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
by Shameer1016 on Oct 27, 2011 12:45 AM EDT up reply actions
Not if she's out of shape when she gets pregnant
Looks like she has that thick build. I like the thickness/hips.
When you have to shoot, shoot don't talk.
As for the silliness of us not hearing from him
Humphries hasn’t played in a single game.
James played a few minutes in one charity game.
Brooks played in one game.
As noted, Lopez has a natural workout partner.
"It's as sweet as it ever was, I'll tell you. Now, hopefully, we started something and we can win some more championships, but we're going to enjoy this one right now. Have a little champagne." --Julius Erving, May 12, 1976, ABA champion Nets locker room.
by Net Income on Oct 26, 2011 2:41 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
How many games do you need to remember how to dunk the ball?
Kris Humphries
Just got a great workout in! Back on the grind.
25 Oct via UberSocial for BlackBer
Love Hump’s Wallpaper:
http://twitter.com/KrisHumphries/status/128884153138688001
Brook bashing even in the
off season/ lockout. Give guy a break. Lousy fans.
Official Member of the "DO NOT ABUSE BROOK LOPEZ" Movement
by NDTony on Oct 26, 2011 3:13 PM EDT reply actions 7 recs
Dr J is putting up his rings, jerseys, and awards for auction
It would be nice if Proky bought it all and gave Julius a job!
http://mobile.nj.com/advnj/pm_29222/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=x4sKw4us
Howard is no guarrantee, Lopez is our future right now
think before you bash the only good player we develop the past 5 years, despite all the Howard rumors Lopez is our franchise player right now. Deron is no guarantee.
by T o n y on Oct 26, 2011 3:26 PM EDT reply actions 4 recs
At least Ed Stefanski was able to get another GM job.
Adrian Wojnarowski
Y! Sources: The Toronto Raptors are finalizing an agreement with Ed Stefanski to make him VP of Basketball Ops. tinyurl.com/6enpk3k
3 hours ago via web
Wow...that was quick !
The Toronto Raptors are finalizing an agreement with former Philadelphia 76ers general manager Ed Stefanski to take over as the franchise’s executive vice president of basketball operations, league sources told Yahoo! Sports. Stefanski, who was fired as the 76ers’ GM a week ago, will report to Raptors president-GM Bryan Colangelo, who will still have final say on basketball matters.
Good for Brook, this is a big move.
No matter what the motives or who asked him to do it, or if he heard about it and volunteered, there was no one forcing him to dedicate a chunk of his time to show some love for our troops and country.
He’s a basketball player, not a grunt, smfh, what did the dude way above want him to do?
It’s like a guy decided to volunteer to walk dogs at an animal shelter and some jerk comes in and says, big whoop what a loser, he should be bathing homeless people with a kitchen sponge in his dining room.
Stunning…
by vincecarter4pres on Oct 26, 2011 3:56 PM EDT reply actions
woj
WojYahooNBA Adrian Wojnarowski
Clearly, the NBA and NBPA made some measure of progress talking quietly over last 48-72 hours leading into bargaining session today in NY.
The NBA owners have supposably also made progress between themselves...
and revenue sharing between big market and smaller market teams…That may be the biggest issue right now for the owners…
CDR still hating on The Nets; Where is he now, China?
Chris Doug (Fresh)
RT @TeamCDR: Lets see CDR burn his former team NJ Nets for 24pts on his 24th B-Day.Every pt w/in game commentary. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DxNFGcALDw&feature=youtube_gdata_player
Courtesy of AndresB
i think he's in italy
but like anyone really cares. bum player anyway, Nets got MarShon now, so it’s all good. Stay hating “fresh”.
by JerseysFinest. on Oct 26, 2011 4:26 PM EDT up reply actions
a ‘bum’ who pooped on our great wings and team. Like if we needed wings who can score last season, lol.
But it’s OK we have mini Kobe now. lol
CDR > Brooks.
Brooks would wash CDR
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
Lol, Andres, when you take a stand against a player...
You take a stand.
My god, relax; we get it — you don’t like Brooks.
I don't think so
We ALL like Marshon, but not all of us share the hatred for CDR as some Nets fans have expressed.
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
. . .
Andres likes CDR — as do I — but he is not a fan of MarShon Brooks. I find it important to note that he’s been consistent; as he was low on Brooks prior to the Nets drafting him.
Screw Andres then
I was the only person here that wanted Marshon months before the draft.
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
Nope, once we made the Deron trade
Marshon was at the top of my list.
by dwill8brooklynbound on Oct 26, 2011 10:21 PM EDT up reply actions
o0o
Well i felt that I was the only one, while others on this board wanted some other bs player.
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
by Shameer1016 on Oct 26, 2011 11:09 PM EDT up reply actions
You dudes are funny.
Acting like Brooks has already arrived and all these other players are junk.
Let’s wait and see how he responds to the NBA game before we anoint him the second coming of Michael Redd, this guy could be the next Dahntay Jones.
by vincecarter4pres on Oct 26, 2011 11:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Brooks would be ROY, marks my words Snooki
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
by Shameer1016 on Oct 26, 2011 11:39 PM EDT up reply actions
He did burn us...on his B-Day
"Most people on this board are like a broken clock, Only right two times a day"
by Shameer1016 on Oct 26, 2011 4:30 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
how is he hating on the Nets?
he just retweeted a video the guys on a web dedicated to him uploaded today.
Yesterday they uploaded a video of him dropping 30 pts on the Bulls an CDR retweeted it too
Besides the Movement from Both sides in today's negotiations, the Barclays tour is making headlines:
The concrete seating along 6th Ave. appears complete, other than the section left open for movement of large equipment.
I wonder what the final plan is for that open area?
From Chris Sheridan
The New Jersey Nets sent 17 pizzas to the media corps, and NBA vice president Mike Bass brought "Berger cookies" from Baltimore for dessert. For anyone wishing to send lobster tails, tweet me and we will work out the proper arrangements.
why are the Nets feeding him?
@Al_Iannazzone: BREAKING NEWS: Nets are close to acquiring Deron WIlliams from Utah, sources told The Record.
-Feburary 23, 10:54 am.
I'm pretty sure Chris Sheridan isn't putting down 136 slices.
by vincecarter4pres on Oct 26, 2011 5:06 PM EDT up reply actions
lol other writers tweeted it as well and they mentioned Brooklyn Nets
"@KBergCBS: Here are the media provisions for the day, courtesy of the NJ/Brooklyn Nets. No hungry writers today!
HowardBeckNYT: Many thanks to the Brooklyn Nets for a big ol’ stack of pizzas. Very kind. http://t.co/e4fN2vqI
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
Just finished my day...
can someone summarize what i missed today for the lockout?
60% Nets 40%Giants fan
Word that there was movement on both sides. No details.
Owners movement may be in not asking for 50/50 BRI as prerequisite for discussions.
The Lopez Twins could be called upon soon.
Ric Bucher
NBA World Tour appears to be unraveling: Rose + Westbrook pull out yesterday, LeBron + Melo today. Told KD could be next.
3 minutes ago via Twitter for BlackBerry®
Also CP3 is out.
Do they still get their money?
Looks like they just defrauded a bunch of people grand larceny style if so.
by vincecarter4pres on Oct 26, 2011 9:56 PM EDT up reply actions
beautiful <3
Alvaro Martin: http://CBSsports.com: a source near NBA owner alleges a possible deal would center on giving players 51.5% of BRI. 1 minute ago
Read more: http://hoopshype.com/twitter/media.html#ixzz1bvR7yekb
60% Nets 40%Giants fan
It is interesting that
Melo, Lebron, CP3, Westbrook and others have just dropped out of the tour they were supposed to do along with hearing this positive news about the talks.
"We're not there yet, but we're going somewhere," Johnson said. "And we're going to Brooklyn. We're not going to contract. We're going to Brooklyn."
unprofessional
How can you just drop out of a planned engagement like that?
When you have to shoot, shoot don't talk.
Comments For This Post Are Closed
Secondary Sidebar
User Tools
NBA Playoffs Content Module
Related FanPosts on NetsDaily
Related FanShots on NetsDaily
FanPosts
Community blog posts and discussion.
