Shooting for the title
It’s the final, baby! We made it. We will be playing for the D-League title Sunday against the Colorado 14ers after beating my former team, the Sioux Falls Skyforce, last weekend. It was a close game. And also pretty emotional for me since we were playing the squad I had to leave earlier this season. But we got the W and I’m just plain happy.This has been a loooooong season. There’s been a lot of up and downs, people. But for me to finish my stay in the D-League with a chance to win the championship, it means a lot.
The great atmosphere on the team is the key to our team. It’s like a family and it shows when we play. We’re always doing things together. We eat together, we hang out together… We even went together to the zoo today. The zoo! It also helps that the coach gives minutes to everybody. There’s probably just one player averaging 30-plus minutes and that’s Renaldo Major, who was called up by the Golden State Warriors a few weeks ago.
Sunday’s game is definitely the most important in my career. It’s not just that I’m shooting for a title. It’s also that there will be a lot of people watching. It’s a great stage. Probably all NBA teams will send scouts to the game and there will be guys from Europe watching too. Having success in that game could translate into very good things in the near future. Hopefully, that won’t make us play selfish. But we haven’t done that so far and I don’t expect that to happen Sunday.
Although the D-League has been a great experience for me as a basketball player, you know that from the money standpoint is not that great. You really make no money here… The HoopsHype.com guys asked me, “What if a European team came with a big offer under the condition that you leave Dakota before the championship game?” I could have given the political answer and say that I just want the title and stuff. But let’s be real, at the end of the day your main concern is taking care of your family. I would have to take the money and leave. That’s the truth. I really want to win the D-League title, though. (And by the way, I will probably go to Europe once the NBADL season is over. Just don’t know where yet).
Although the D-League season comes to an end Sunday, the Diary will stay in the website. I will have a lot going in the summer and will tell you about it here. The guys at K1X will be shooting a documentary about me, I’ll take part in the Last Man Standing Championship… Just a bunch of stuff.
Talk to you again Monday – hopefully after winning a title. Bye!
Mr Black Said,
April 29, 2007 @ 3:32 am
“And by the way, I will probably go to Europe once the NBADL season is over. Just don’t know where yet).”
Would you consider coming to play in the NBL in Australia?
The league has teams from Australia, New Zealand & Asia in it.
Its like getting paid to play during one big summer holiday day here.
Get your agent to check it out.
My team, The Melbourne Tigers, could sure use someone with your skills right about now.
Best of the luck with the championship game from your fans down under.
Mr Black.
Does it matter Said,
April 29, 2007 @ 8:43 am
No you dont want to go to the Tigers lol. Perth would be a much better team to play for. i think they are looking for a PG as well. http://www.wildcats.com.au
Jack Rabbit Said,
April 29, 2007 @ 12:27 pm
good luck with everything, Corey.
Money Jones Said,
April 29, 2007 @ 4:57 pm
Do want you do and everything will fall in place. Good luck in the championship, see you this summer.//mj
K-dot Said,
April 29, 2007 @ 8:16 pm
HooooooooMicide!!!!! good luck man n remember last man standing!
DTA Said,
April 30, 2007 @ 3:18 am
Good luck mate, for the championship and to make the most of your talent!!!
Mr Black Said,
April 30, 2007 @ 4:56 am
hey Does it matter, if Homicide ever came to play down here, why would he pick a city in the middle of nowhere like Perth over Melbourne when we have been voted the most livable city in the world more times than i can remember…
Plus, i think he might have a little more in common with a Tigers player like D-Mac who used to ball at Rucker Park in NYC against guys like Rod Strickland, Mario “The Jedi” Elie, The Terminator, Master Rob and Pookie Wilson, over anyone on the Wildcats roster.
http://www.tigers.com.au
The Other MJ Said,
April 30, 2007 @ 4:29 pm
Great game last night Corey. Maybe Darius stole the show, but you sure played well still. A D-League Championship probably doesn’t mean a whole lot to you guys since you want to be in the NBA, but wow, last night was truly amazing.
Signing you was probably the best move we made all season. You certainly helped us those 22 games you played.
‘07 D-League Champs!
Greggy B Said,
May 2, 2007 @ 2:13 am
I say play in Australia for the Razorbacks..
Brodes Said,
May 2, 2007 @ 7:34 am
Congrats on the championship Homicide!
I agree with the other Aussies here. Australia is a great place to ball. Not only would you be a sure-fire star in the league- but as Mr Black said the money and the sunshine i’m sure would be sweet. Of course coming from Brisbane I say you should play for the 06-07 champion Bullets and play alongside CJ Bruton. But any team would give you an opportunity to assert yourself as a go to player and give you a chance to showcase your skills in that regard.
peace my man,
And seriously, give Australia a thought before you decide your plans after NBA summer leagues and training camps are through.
DC Said,
May 10, 2007 @ 11:34 pm
Come to Australia, if you need a connection contact us and we’ll hook you up with try-outs. msf@msfbasketball.com
Best 6' 11" guy you've teamed with! Said,
May 15, 2007 @ 11:04 am
Homo’ what’s going on man? you’re about to make me dust off the sneakers and “LACE UP!” Glad to see you’re still doing it man, take care of the family! -Obi-Wan