I have said this many times and will continue to say it until people realize it: Kevin Durant is the best BASKETBALL player on this planet. Not only is he 6'10, long, and lanky, but he can score, rebound, take over and close games. There is a big difference between him and 3-time MVP LeBron James: Durant lives in the gym. There is no denying James' talent, but I am taking a … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Kevin Durant is a “closer”
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Bobcats new head coach: Pacers asst. Brian Shaw?
The Charlotte Bobcats have reportedly met with Indiana Pacers assistant coach Brian Shaw about their now vacant head coaching position. He's looking like a strong candidate to take over the team owned by Michael Jordan. … [Read more...] about Bobcats new head coach: Pacers asst. Brian Shaw?
Back in the series? Spurs-Thunder will hinge on Game 4
After falling down 0-2 to San Antonio in the Western Conference Finals, Oklahoma City continued its home court playoff dominance and ended the Spurs’ remarkable 20-game winning streak with a convincing 102-82 victory in Game 3. The Thunder stomped San Antonio up and down the court by playing stifling defense and scoring in the paint at will, handing the Spurs their largest … [Read more...] about Back in the series? Spurs-Thunder will hinge on Game 4
Former Bulls, Notre Dame star Orlando Woolridge passes away
Former University of Notre Dame standout and NBA veteran Orlando Woolridge, who played on Fighting Irish teams that four times knocked off the number-one-ranked team in the nation, died last night at his parents’ home in Mansfield, La., where he had been under hospice care due to a chronic heart condition. He was 52. … [Read more...] about Former Bulls, Notre Dame star Orlando Woolridge passes away
Houston Rockets should search for star player in pivotal off-season
Mediocrity just doesn't cut it in the NBA anymore. The Houston Rockets are entering a pivotal off-season in which they have the flexibility and assets to make some major moves, and possibly turn their franchise from one that has narrowly missed out on the playoffs the past few years, to becoming a major player in the Western Conference. … [Read more...] about Houston Rockets should search for star player in pivotal off-season
NBA Playoffs: Refs giving Miami ‘stars’ all (well most) of the calls
I don't like to put anything on anyone or anything in particular, especially if that any one or thing has no business in deciding the outcome of a basketball game, but I think now everyone has the right to speculate on what is really going on between the Miami Heat and Boston Celtics. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Refs giving Miami ‘stars’ all (well most) of the calls
2012 NBA Draft Lottery: Who needs #1 pick most?
If you subscribe to the conspiracy theory of the NBA Draft Lottery; either the Charlotte Bobcats, Brooklyn Nets, or New Orleans Hornets will win the number one overall pick in the 2012 NBA Draft. All three franchises sorely need a boost which expected top overall prospect, Anthony Davis of Kentucky will certainly provide to whichever franchise selects him. The ping pong … [Read more...] about 2012 NBA Draft Lottery: Who needs #1 pick most?
NBA Playoffs: Referees, put your whistles in your pocket
This is the second time now that I have had to write about the referees in the playoffs. And again, it's about their lack of judgment during a game. What happened last night was an absolute atrocity. During Game 1 between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat, Boston was called for three (yes, I said "three") technical fouls in the second quarter. Kevin Garnett, Ray Allen, and head … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Referees, put your whistles in your pocket
Bulls.com: Pau Gasol interested in coming to Chicago
The Chicago Bulls will have to take stock now of what they can and cannot do, as they will be sans Derrick Rose for most, if not all of the season. This changes their complexion and outlook completely. Bulls.com reporter Sam Smith proposes an idea that they might even play for the lottery, a la the San Antonio Spurs when David Robinson was hurt. We all know that worked out … [Read more...] about Bulls.com: Pau Gasol interested in coming to Chicago
San Antonio Mayor returns fire on Charles Barkley (video)
You heard all the critical things Charles Barkley had to say about the city of San Antonio, its culture and and its women. Some of which were pretty funny. Now the NBA analyst has seen not-so-friendly fire returned on him by the city's mayor Julian Castro. The video that follows gets plenty of digs in without becoming too harsh. Castro still stays light-hearted, but gets … [Read more...] about San Antonio Mayor returns fire on Charles Barkley (video)