His former coach says Teheran&rsquos the best [I've] ever seen for his age in Latin America

His former coach says, "Teheran’s the best [I've] ever seen for his age in Latin America." It was said the Yankees and Tigers offered more money, but he landed in Atlanta because he was a huge Smoltz fan growing up, and Edgar Renteria's cousin (Both Renteria and Teheran hail from Columbia) are very close friends.    ”We got him,” said Johnny Almaraz, the Braves’ Director of Latin American Operations. When signed, he threw a 94-96 mph fastball, a 79 mph curve with late bite, and an 81-83 mph changeup (Baseball America). Yes, maybe other such players as Kershaw are ready for the big leagues, but none show as much promise as Teheran. With the nation's top trainers and one of the largest national platforms, USC has helped its Poly-players (both native and ancestral) excel in the next level.Just take a look at Junior Seau or Lofa Tatupu or Troy Polamalu and the soon to be NFLers Rey Maualuga and Fili Moala...just to name a few.Now there's a new name on that list. But whatever happens all fans could rest assured that this final series can’t possibly be worse than last year’s sweep of the seemed to be paralyzed Cavs.. Also, Bryant continued to drive to the basket, getting to the charity stripe nine times per game.In the postseason, Bryant has realized what is at stake. Bryant had a down year in scoring, averaging just 28.3 points per game at a 46 percent clip.

His 81-point performance in Toronto is a clear cut example of that. Regardless of the talent he had, his coaching prowess should not be questioned. Jackson helped mature the star we now know as Kobe and crafted Shaq into one of, if not the most dominant big man to ever play the game. Jackson was able to take this great amount of talent and turn it into something special.in Chicago, he created an offense that centered around MJ, but that depended on other players as well. Phil JacksonNeed I say more?Jackson is considered one of, if not the greatest coach in NBA history His statistics stand alone when compared to other coaches. Instead, Kobe took the team on his shoulders and led the Lakers from that point to a 45-13 record. Los Angeles were the Western Conference's best with a 57-25 record.

With a starting lineup featuring Kobe, Odom and Gasol, not to mention Radmanovic and Fisher, the starting five has great balance.But in addition, the bench features great role players. Garnett, Allen and Pierce have even starred in Sportscenter commercials. Bench PlayThroughout the entire NBA season, the media has hyped the Big 3 in Boston. The Celtics had a great start to the season in 2007, and looked as if they may approach the 72-10 mark of the '98 Bulls.In fact, the Celtics were 26-3 at the end of the calendar year.

The acquisition of Pau GasolPau Gasol had made a name for himself in Memphis. Odom averaged 15 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists per game following the blockbuster deal which leads to... 9. Try as you might Kobe, you’ll never be Jordan.I could end by showing you Kobe’s cars, but I dont’ want to feed his ego anymore. Only the very best for Kobe.Kobe’s game room is just sick He has all of the latest games for the Wii and PS3. He’s camped out here hoping to be Kobe’s next teammate “What’s up dog?” Not to much KG How are you doing? “Good Trying to figure out a way to get out  of here man.