NBA All-Star Weekend 2018 is here! It will be held in Los Angeles this year and will feature various events including your favourites.
NBA All-Star Celebrity Game (Tonight, Fri. @ 7pm ET)
The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game will be tonight at 7pm ET on ESPN. Some of the Celebs that will play are Tracy McGrady, Black Panther Star Michael B. Jordan, Nick Cannon, Jerry Ferrara (Power), Common, Dascha Polanco (Orange is the New Black) and Jamie Foxx.
NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Contest and Skills Competition (Tomorrow – Sat., 8-11pm ET)
For probably the most exciting night of the Weekend, see who will be in each competition here!
N.B. Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz will be replacing injured, Aaron GordonPhoto: NBA
NBA All-Star Game (Sunday @8pm ET)
East Vs. West
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Team LeBronÂÂ
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Team Stephen
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Team East and Team West will battle for a good cause this Sunday at the 67th NBA All-Star Game in Los Angeles. LeBron James will Captain Team East and Stephen Curry will Captain Team West. Both Captains got to choose their teams so players from the East and West will be all mixed up this year.
Team James’ chosen Organization is the After-School All-Stars, while Team Curry’s chosen Organization is Brotherhood Crusade.
The NBA announced that the winning team’s LA Community based Organization will receive $350,000USD. The losing team’s Organization will receive $150,000USD.
ENJOY!ÂÂ
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Gabrielle Burgess (Suga a.k.a Gabby) on The Sunny Side Up this morning with hosts, Francois St Juste and Paula-Anne Porter Jones
Thanks for Listening to Suga a.k.a Gabby this morning on The Sunny Side Up with Paula-Anne and Francois Suga Bears!
The feedback has been great!
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Suga is also certified and specialises in helping persons to get and stay fit, lose weight, tone and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Training sessions incorporate Aerobics, Cardiac endurance and Strength and Resistance, topped off by Yoga for increased strength, toning, flexibility and muscle recovery.
If interested in Personal Training/Nutrition sessions please email [email protected].
Suga a.k.a Gabby will be on RJR Fm this morning at 7:45 to 7:58am. Tune in if you can! Hear all about Gabby’s Personality and Careers.
Last Wednesday, Gabby’s Entrepreneurship story was featured on the Vitamin M Box’s Instagram page, @thevitaminmbox.
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Today’s spotlight hails from Kingston, Jamaica! I tease Gabrielle all the time because I seriously don’t know what she can’t do. Read how she’s managed to escape to her creative side while still working in the hardworking medical field.
Growing up, I always wanted to be a Doctor (Obstetrician) and do Art on the side. I eventually realized that even though the income would be great after the initial struggle of paying off a hefty student loan, I would not have the time on my hands that I would desire to be the Free Spirit that I am. I still entered the field of Health Care as a Radiologic Technologist. It’s a skill and I enjoy the field. But it wasn’t enough for me as a young adult who just started working in 2010, that used to be the President of at least 2 service Clubs, while sitting on the committee of others, also engaging in modern dance and other sporting activities. I felt like I also started life 3 years behind my high school peers who did not do a 2nd Degree and who were fortunate enough to have their parents pay their way through tertiary education for them. While I had not one, but two degrees worth of Student Loans.
My walls were empty when I moved out on my own into my apartment and I said, ‘Why buy paintings when I can paint them myself?’. I officially started my company, GW Art with seasonal Collections, that has grown so much since then and still has some way to go.
I started to help a friend train her Boot camp (aerobics) class in 2011 too. She had to leave the country for a year and I did so well administering and training classes that I eventually branched out on my own. I got certified in both Personal Training and Sports Nutrition. After a timid start to do this on my own, I thrived by seeing positive results in my clients and being a part of and changing person’s lives. I am now confident and in demand in the Fitness Industry in Jamaica.
I currently find ways to express my 3 fields along with Hobbies, which include Restaurant Reviews, Sports and more on my Website, www.sugalifestyle.com. This continuously inspires me and makes me feel like I can branch out even more! #blackentrepreneurship #blackexcellence
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Happy Ash Wednesday and Happy Valentine’s Day Suga Bears!
Suga has shortlisted a few places for Dinner for the late or spontaneous planners that do not want to spend the day at home. These Restaurants have been chosen based on their Prices per Couple, Reputation in Quality of Food and Service, Ambience and of course, their advertised Menu options.
Mystic Thai ($6990 per couple incl. Tx)
Location: B11 – Fairview Towne Centre Unit, Montego Bay
Ph: 876-633-6535
The Palms at CC South Beach ($8625JMD per couple incl. Tx and Service Charge
Location: 2 Brompton Rd. Kgn. 5
Ph: 876-919-3700
Jamaica Liquor Warehouse ($9487.50JMD per couple incl. Tx & Service Charge)
Location:  17 Lindsay Crescent, Kingston
Ph: 876-925-9427
100 Hope Road ($11500JMD per couple incl. Tx & Service charge)
Location: 100 Hope Road. Kgn. 6
Ph: 876-665-3238
The Steak House on the Verandah ($12647.84JMD per couple incl. of Tx & Service Charge)
Location: Devon House, Waterloo Road. Kgn.
Ph: 876-616-8831/876-616-8833
The Terra Nova All-Suite Hotel ($17600JMD per couple incl. Tx & Service Charge)
Location: 17 Waterloo Road. Kgn. 10.
Ph: 876-926-2211; 876-926-9334
If you would like to really go all out, A la Carte Fine-dining at the Terra Nova may be the choice for you!
The Terra Nova is offering a Valentine’s Day Dinner with two options, Poolside Buffet dining and A la Carte Fine-dining by The Terrace. The Buffet option is slightly less per couple, but I prefer and recommend dining that is less public with less forced interaction and the temperature and quality of food A la Carte is usually better. Jazz after Dark will follow too! Give them a call for more information and to make reservations.
If you would like to pamper your loved one or even treat yourself, this Spa option is Suga’s #1 Recommendation:
 The White Orchid Spa at The Jamaica Pegasus!
Location: The Jamaica Pegasus at 81 Knutsford Blvd., Kgn 5.
Ph: 876-926-3690
Enjoy!
~ With Love from Suga ~
Suga a.k.a Gabby with husband, Randy Burgess, enjoying Valentine’s Day Brunch hosted by Simo’s Bread and Catering (Christina Simonitsch) and Tooksie Kay Catering (Alexa Von Strolley) on Sunday, February 11 at Kayter on 18 Balleter Avenue.
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Eagles Backup QB Nick Foles has done it! Nick Foles raises the Lombardi trophy
The Eagles won their 1st ever Super Bowl 41-33! What a game! It was close from beginning to end!
Here is how it all went down!
1st Quarter
The game had an even start with a Field Goal (FG) each for a 3-3 scoreline.
Eagles scored a TD, then they missed their FG. The score was brought to 9-3.
The Eagles defense did well to stop the Patriots from scoring a TD. The ball wasn’t placed well for the Patriots’ kicker in time and he hit the pole, so there was no score for the Patriots on that possession.
2nd Quarter
Eagles’ LeGarrette Blount ran for a TD. They decided to go for the 2, more than likely since they missed the first FG in the beginning of the game. But the catch was missed. So the score was brought to 15-3.
Patriots scored a FG, bringing it to 6-15 after brilliant defense by the Eagles.
Patriots then made a crucial interception with 5:01 remaining and the Eagles paid for it. Patriots scored a TD. The scoreline was brought to 12-15. The Patriots missed their FG again.
Coach Doug Pederson went for an all-time old and trick play at 4th down and QB Foles sneaked in for the TD catch in the final minute before Halftime! The score was brought to 22-12 and Coach Doug Pederson called it right.
Nick Foles is now the first ever QB to catch a TD pass in Super Bowl History.
If you missed it, watch it here!
Watch “Nick Foles Catches TD Pass on INSANE 4th Down Trick Play! | Can’t-Miss Play | Super Bowl LII” on YouTube here:
The timing was quite funny, since Eagles’ QB Tom Brady missed an easy catch a few plays earlier. This play will surely come back to haunt him.
Watch “Tom Brady Drops An Easy Catch | Eagles vs. Patriots | Super Bowl 52 Highlights” on YouTube here:
Thank goodness both teams were performing well, because it made up for Justin Timberlake’s performance that was just not up to Super Bowl standard.
Justin Timberlake performs for the Super Bowl Halftime show (Photo: Getty Images)
The highlight was when Timberlake paid a creative tribute to Minneapolis native, Prince, but it just wasn’t enough to bring his performance up to scratch.
Sorry Justin, cry me a river, but Suga cannot endorse that performance.
3rd Quarter
Patriots scored to be within 3 points of the lead, 19-22.
Eagles then scored a TD, bringing the score to 29-19. Patriots answered with a TD, bringing it to 26-29 before the 4th and final quarter. This one was clearly going to the wire!
4th Quarter
Eagles scored a FG in the beginning of the 4th to bring the score to 32-26.
Patriots then scored a huge TD to finally get ahead in the game, 33-32!
QB Nick Foles made some brilliant throws that led to a TD to make it 38-33 after they made the play for 2 and missed.
It was now all in G.O.A.T, Tom Brady’s hands then BOOM! …Sack on Brady with a bit over 2 minutes remaining!
The Eagles made use of their possession and scored a FG with 1:05 remaining to make it 41-33.
At this point, any other team in the Patriots’ position would have given up, but they knew they had the Greatest QB of all time, Tom Brady.
The Patriots attempted to make their way down the field with many failed attempts due to the Eagles’ strong defense.
With 9s left, Tom Brady attempted a Hail Mary to one of his best go-to guys, tight end Rob Gronkowski. But the Eagles were all over him in the end zone. The catch was incomplete and Eagles won!
The moment when Gronkowski’s catch was incomplete and the people of Philadelphia realised they won the Super BowlÂÂ
Well tried Brady and the Patriots. CONGRATS to the Eagles!
FLY EAGLES FLY!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Super Bowl LII will be this Sunday, February 4th at 6:30pm on NBC!
It will feature the 5×Super Bowl Champion QB, Tom Brady and the New England Patriots versus QB, Nick Foles and the Philadelphia Eagles.
They will play in the dome of the U.S. Bank Stadium way up North in cold, Minneapolis.
Injury Report as at 2/2/18
Source: ESPN Scorecenter
Matchup Predictor as at 2/2/18
Source: ESPN Scorecenter
How is it Possible for the Eagles to Pull off an Upset?
Compared to the Falcons who ran out of gas vs. the Patriots last year, the Eagles are bringing a much better defense with them to the Super Bowl. The Eagles’ rushing yards could outdo the Patriots, but it all depends on the performance of their QB, Nick Foles.
The Eagles showed that they are a force to reckon with after losing their superstar QB, Carson Wentz to a torn ACL (knee injury) in December and still managed to make it to the Super Bowl. Wentz played a huge part in them being the NFC Division Season leader. So it wasn’t a surprise that they barely got through the postseason with a depleted offense. Their star Quarterback from 2 years ago, Nick Foles showed signs of his full potential vs. the Falcons before pulling off the second-best Conference Championship Performance in NFL League History, devastating the Vikings.
If Foles plays like he did in earlier 2017 appearances, based on his passer rate, it will be a huge mismatch versus Brady and the Patriots. Brady could practically win the Super Bowl on his own. But if the Nick Foles of the NFC Title Game shows up, Eagles have a chance to upset Brady and the Patriots.
Suga’s Pick?
I’m never betting against Brady!
Halftime Show Performance
Justin Timberlake
Enjoy the Weekend!
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By: Gabrielle Burgess
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Simo’s Bread and Catering (Christina Simonitsch) will be doing a Valentine’s Brunch in Kingston with Tooksie Kay Catering (Alexa Von Strolley) on Sunday, February 11!
The Brunch will be at Kayter at 18 Balleter Avenue, Kingston 10 from 12 noon to 4 pm!
It will be 4 stations with All You Can Eat accompanied by Beverages!
It should be a Treat! Treat your Valentine with this Brunch that should have memorable eats.
Today is the last day to sign up for the Early Bird tickets that cost $60USD per person.
Last week Tuesday, Suga promoted a Play for Charity for persons to have some laughs and support a Community at the same time.
Suga will be giving away TWO (2) Tickets to this Play that will be at Little Little Theatre (Tom Redcam Drive. Kingston, JA) this Sunday, February 4th.
How to WIN the Tickets from Suga!
You have to be the FIRST Person to do all of the following:
1. Like and Follow the Suga Lifestyle Facebook Page
2. Like this Post on the Suga Lifestyle Facebook Page
3. Comment on the Post by answering the following question with the hashtags #SugaLifestyle #Charity #SugaEndorsed :
What is the Name of the Play and which Community will the Proceeds go towards?
***Clue: The Play is by Basil Dawkins***
Good Luck!
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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The Red Carpet for the Grammys in New York yesterday was like a circus. I get that for the Grammys artists, models and actresses tend to want to bring out their artistic side or style, but I think the ladies went overboard. It was hard to narrow down the worst looks but I will give you some highlights.
The Men had a few outcasts, but in general, they were not too shabby.
Let’s start with the Worst Dressed Ladies.
Black gone Wrong!
Images: e!online
Too Much and Too Little!
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I get that Sza, new artist on the block wanted to make a statement but sometimes less is more. The hair out along with all that was hanging off the dress was just too much.
Kimberly Schlapman was not Pretty in Pink. Is that a Hippo face on her stomach?
Tina Campbell in Red Velvet. Not bad, but the carpet is already red. So did she have to wear red shoes too?! Mix it up a little.
Tiffany Reid was way too simple. The Grammys isn’t a Birthday party.
Worst Dressed Lady!
So hard to choose, but out of these 3 ladies I give the edge to Pink because she should know better.
Images: e!online
Well Dressed Ladies
Miley Cyrus rocked her pants suit and Cardi B cleaned up well.
I hesitated to put Coco and Janelle in this category, but with a second look I appreciated their get up. Coco’s dress could be looked at as borderline raunchy, but if you have it flaunt it and she flaunted that hourglass figure well, accentuated with pink lips. Janelle almost looked like she should have been in a bullpen in Spain, but always carries herself with so much poise and I think she pulled off the crazy design Dolce & Gabbana had in mind.
Roger Federer’s Australian Open 2018 winning moment after he had to wait on Cilic’s challenge, and Federer’s ball was in!
Roger Federer has defended and won his 6th Australian Open Title and 20th Grand Slam Title! The G.O.A.T beat Marin Cilic 6-2, 6-7, 6-3, 3-6, 6-1.
1st set
The 1st set was all about Roger Federer, who took the 1st set 6-2.
2nd set
Cilic fought back to win the 2nd set by tiebreak, 7-6.
3rd set
In the 3rd set Cilic was distracted and angered by the fact that it took over an hour and a half for him to get back racquets that he sent to be restrung. He got them back in the middle of the 3rd set, but it didn’t seem to make much of a difference. Federer’s serve was on point and Federer cruised to win the 3rd set 6-3.
4th set
Federer went up quickly to 2-0 in the 4th set and looked like he was on cruise control to win the title, then Sparta came out. Sparta meaning the ‘warface’ of Marin Cilic. He has one of the meanest ‘warfaces’ in Men’s Tennis.
Federer’s serve fell apart to as low as 36% for his 1st serve percentage. Federer also started to lose rallies to Cilic’s strong forehand and showed his age with slow movement.
5th set
Federer had a shaky start to the 1st set to fight off break point, but held serve. The crowd really started to get into it and showed clear support for veteran, Roger Federer.
Cilic was moving better and Roger then knew he had to fight if he was going to win this title.
Federer then broke Cilic shortly after a bad call by the Umpire on Cilic’s serve to make it a double-fault, giving Federer the advantage that he converted. He went on to hold serve to go up 3-0 and Cilic served to get on the board to make it 1-3. Federer got back his 1st serve rhythm in the nick of time to go up 4-1 with an easy game and fought hard to break Cilic to get to 5-1. Federer then broke Cilic and it was all over.
Great Final! Well played Cilic and Congrats to Roger Federer! He has now joined the Ladies in the 20+ Major Grand Slam Titles Club. They finally got a Gentleman in there.
By: Gabrielle Burgess
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