I don't think that there is anything more horrific on this earth than an ailing child, and no parent or child should have to go through what Ron, Kimsha and Diamond are going through right now. And though it pales in comparison, what Ron is doing on the court while this is going on in his life is absolutely incredible. My family sends its thoughts and prayers to Ron's family.

Despite our occasional jokes about ball-hogging or off the court "uniqueness", I've only heard good things about Ron's relationship with his children. A close friend of mine who works at the Arden Fair Mall says she's seen Ron come in many times and be tremendously generous with gifts for his kids. I hope this turns out to be a story with a happy ending. More reason than ever to root for this guy.

My best wishes to Diamond Artest and the rest of her family. We should all wish for a speedy recovery for her.

Thoughts & prayers to the Artest family.  I can't even imagine what they are going through.