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I wish Amare had been the adult to Marwan's teen early on. I know the mother was the "adult" in charge early. Too late, I guess.
The other Amare thread seemed to have wandered off the topic so I did this seperate.
Please merge it if it should be in there.
http://dailynews.att.net/cgi-bin/new...qe8b9g0&src=ap
Stoudemire Concerned About Half-Brother
By BOB BAUM
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Amare Stoudemire's anticipation of competing for Team USA this summer has been tinged by concern over the arrest of his half brother on charges that include su ion of murder.
"It's a little disappointing," Stoudemire said Monday. "All I can do is put my prayers out there and hope everything works out for the best."
Marwan Williams, 18, was one of five people arrested July 4 in what police believe was a drug heist that went bad at a Scottsdale resort. Ian Stenhouse, 27, was shot to death.
It was the latest in a string of family troubles that have followed Stoudemire most of his life.
His mother, Carrie Mae Stoudemire, is serving a three-year prison sentence after a series of drunk-driving arrests. She has been in and out of jail throughout Stoudemire's life. An older brother, Hazell Stoudemire Jr., was sent to federal prison for drug and other charges before Amare came to the NBA directly out of high school in 2002.
Through it all, Amare Stoudemire stayed out of trouble, serving as the rock of his family.
"No doubt about it, as a basketball player and as Amare Stoudemire the family man," he said. "It works on both ends. God gave me broad shoulders so I can carry the load."
As he did with his mother, Stoudemire is backing his younger brother, although he said the two have not spoken since the arrest.
Stoudemire said Williams was "sorta, kinda" under his wing when he came to the Suns.
"It's very hard," Stoudemire said, "but like I said, all I can do is say my prayers at night and have family and friends show their support. I'm definitely going to support him and make sure he's OK."
He spoke after taking part in the opening ceremony for the Copa PanAmerica soccer tournament at University of Phoenix Stadium, home of the NFL's Arizona Cardinals.
Stoudemire leaves Thursday for Las Vegas to begin workouts with Team USA. It's far different than a year ago, when he went to the team's practices as part of his comeback from major knee surgery.
"I was really going there for the rehabilitation process, but this year I'm definitely going there to compete and show them we're the best."
Stoudemire came back from microfracture surgery on one knee and an arthroscopic cleanup of his other knee to earn first-team all-NBA honors. Still, in the days leading up to this year's draft, there were rumors he would be part of a blockbuster trade that would bring Kevin Garnett to the Suns.
He said he was assured by the Suns that he wasn't going to be traded.
"They all called me, (general manager) Steve Kerr, Mike D'Antoni from the coaching staff and certain players," Stoudemire said. "They told me it was all rumors. There was no thought of me going anywhere, so I'm back at it again and next season going for a championship."
He welcomed the acquisition of Grant Hill, who is expected to start alongside Stoudemire.
"I watched him play when I was living in Orlando in high school," Stoudemire said. "I know what he's capable of as a player, and he's a great veteran leader as well."
I wish Amare had been the adult to Marwan's teen early on. I know the mother was the "adult" in charge early. Too late, I guess.
Thats great he has risen above all that and made something of himself. He carried himself well in these quotes above. I just wished he carried himself well and with more class when an NBA camera is on him and a NBA reporter is asking him questions.
If Amare just keeps himself out of trouble (no like Damon S., SJax, Artest, Vick), it will be a heroic achievement considering his family and background.
Keep it up!
this does explain amare's tendencies to do stupid things. It stems from growing up around some ignorant people unfortunatley.
Stupid things? Like what? Pushups? Showing concern for his 2 time MVP point guard? Give me a break.this does explain amare's tendencies to do stupid things.
You all are just haters. Plain and simple.
And ya'll are just wannabes.
So what was Duncan's excuse for doing the same "stupid things?"
LMAO.........wow are you serious??
Good, good man.
Yes, referring to his stroll across the court during the 2nd quarter of the very same game.
OK there is a difference on making a mistake in 1 game than in a lot of games. Amare will never be as smart as duncan on the court. If you deny this you should change your last name to Stoudemire cause your a ing idiot!!
Guys walk out on the court all the time, its okay to do that. Duncan did that. What of it??? Now pull up a chair and listen up. WHEN ITS NOT OKAY TO DO THAT IS WHEN THERE IS AN ALTERCATION GOING ON. Amare's dumb ass ran all the way to the coaches before being pulled back. Its a rule that has been around for years now and EVERY player knows it. Amare has skill, yes I give him that, and its great he overcame all that family bull , but he will never be the player Duncan is.
Or maybe you guys are just whiny es.
Hating on what exactlly???? We have the trophies, we got the rings, we are the champs.........WHY would we hate on peasants like you?
Yeah, the difference was Duncan didn't think there was an altercation, he just saw a shiny penny he wanted to pick up.
You entering an Internet Tough Guy contest or something?
Was there an altercation when Duncan took a step on the court??? Did you even watch the game?
Why did he go on to the court, then?
Duncan was a lucky dumbass. - ChumpDumper
Do you know what an altercation is dumb ? I really don't think you do...
I would say the same TO your face in person if I have too. IM not trying to pick a fight with you because I don't hit women or retarted kids......and lets not forget retarted women.
You realize that ChumpDumper is the most sarcastic person on this board, right?
You're the favorite to win, now.
Dance monkey, danceYou're the favorite to win, now.
Thats how this goes right?
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