Since the NBA lockout began on July 1st, there has been very little updates on negotiations between the player's union and the owners. That is until Tuesday when the NBA filed a lawsuit against the Players Association. The lawsuit is a tactic the league and the owners will use in an attempt to protect themselves from the union decertifying to gain leverage against the … [Read more...] about NBA Lockout News, and Timberwolves Coaching Search Update
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Phil Jackson to Present Dennis Rodman, Tex Winter into Hall of Fame: Chicago Bull Market Ceremony
Phil Jackson will be busy next weekend, he's inducting two people into the basketball hall of fame. That's good that he's keeping busy in his retirement years. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame 2011 class a very decidedly Chicago Bulls feel- the greatest coach in team history will present the most colorful player in franchise history (Dennis Rodman) and one of … [Read more...] about Phil Jackson to Present Dennis Rodman, Tex Winter into Hall of Fame: Chicago Bull Market Ceremony
Possible NBA Labor Negotiators
Ever since the Casey Anthony trial has concluded, I have been trying to get my legal fix elsewhere. Obviously, I am following the NFL negotiations, and the Roger Clemens debacle resulted in a mistrial. Since I have read all of the John Grisham thrillers, I am of sound legal mind and I am an expert on all things regarding the law. Therefore, I will provide some possible … [Read more...] about Possible NBA Labor Negotiators
Rick Adelman to Interview With Minnesota Timberwolves
Rick Adelman can add his name to the list of potential suitors for the Minnesota Timberwolves head coaching vacancy. According to the Minneapolis Star-Tribune's Jerry Zgoda, Adelman will interview for the vacant position Saturday with David Kahn and owner Glen Taylor. … [Read more...] about Rick Adelman to Interview With Minnesota Timberwolves
Don Nelson the Front-runner for Timberwolves Coaching Job?
"Nellie Ball" may be on the horizon in Minnesota. In the two years since General Manager David Kahn took the keys to the Minnesota Timberwolves franchise, he's turned the team into more of a track and field squad than that of a championship caliber NBA team. Kahn's desire to incorporate more of a up-tempo style of game has the potential to do wonders in getting the … [Read more...] about Don Nelson the Front-runner for Timberwolves Coaching Job?
Chicago Bulls Release This Year’s Schedule, about that Lockout Thing?
The Chicago Bulls will tip off their 46th season in existence (6 titles in 46 years, sounds pretty good right? The Bears have 6 NFL titles, but they have a four decade headstart on The Chi's NBA team) on Tuesday, Nov. 1 in Dallas versus the NBA Champion Mavericks. The game will be televised nationally on TNT at 7:00 p.m. (CT). Of course, this is all contingent on lifting … [Read more...] about Chicago Bulls Release This Year’s Schedule, about that Lockout Thing?
Former Illini Point Guards Deron Williams and Demetri McCamey Heading to Turkey
One might be the first domino to fall in what could be a massive exodus of players heading overseas during the NBA lockout. The other was just looking for a chance to play professionally after not being selected in last month's NBA Draft. Regardless of the circumstances, former Illinois Fighting Illini point guards Deron Williams and Demetri McCamey are heading to Turkey for … [Read more...] about Former Illini Point Guards Deron Williams and Demetri McCamey Heading to Turkey
Former Badger Jon Leuer Talks NBA Lockout, Playing Overseas
Former Wisconsin Badgers forward Jon Leuer had his dream come true last month when the Milwaukee Bucks selected him with the 40th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft. But like the rest of the 2011 draft class, Leuer has to wait out a likely lengthy NBA Lockout before he gets a chance to actually play in the league. … [Read more...] about Former Badger Jon Leuer Talks NBA Lockout, Playing Overseas
Timberwovles Officially Fire Rambis; Top Coaching Candidates Move On
infamous for a recruiting scandal, the Minnesota Timberwolves have confirmed reports that they have fired head coach Kurt Rambis. It was originally rumored that Rambis would be fired after last month's draft concluded. But over the past three weeks a move was never made. After a three month debacle by Timberwolves General Manager David Kahn, it is now official … [Read more...] about Timberwovles Officially Fire Rambis; Top Coaching Candidates Move On
Indiana Pacers Finally Hire Frank Vogel; Now What?
The Indiana Pacers finally made the long-expected hire of Frank Vogel as head coach official Wednesday. Vogel and Pacers President Larry Bird addressed the media, each saying he felt good about the direction of the franchise going forward. While I tend to agree -- especially knowing that revered NBA assistant coach Brian Shaw will come aboard as Vogel's associate head … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers Finally Hire Frank Vogel; Now What?