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Brandon Jennings vs. Tyreke Evans: A referendum for Rookie of the Year

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By Jake McCormick The 2009-10 Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings were expected to spend more time in the basement of their respective conferences than Jerry Stiller in the King of Queens. But thanks to the accelerated development of point guards Tyreke Evans and Brandon Jennings and some added help from previously unknown Euros (Omir Casspi, Ersan Ilyasova), both teams … [Read more...] about Brandon Jennings vs. Tyreke Evans: A referendum for Rookie of the Year

LeBron, Shaq reflect on Milwaukee Bucks’ rookie Brandon Jennings

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By Jake McCormick Four NBA Championships, 3 NBA Finals MVPs, two league MVPs, two Rookie of the Years, 20 All Star appearances, three scoring championships, and two gold medals speak volumes about the combined accomplishments of Cleveland Cavalier teammates LeBron James and Shaquille O’Neal. So when they talk about a player, in this case Milwaukee Bucks’ rookie Brandon … [Read more...] about LeBron, Shaq reflect on Milwaukee Bucks’ rookie Brandon Jennings

2010 NBA Rookie of the Year Race

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By: David Kay Welcome to a weekly feature here at the The Sports Bank where we break down the top rookies in the NBA and who has the edge to win the Rookie of the Year Award.  Check back every Thursday for an update. The 2009 NBA Draft was dubbed “The Point Guard Draft” and now we are seeing why.  The top five players on my Rookie of the Year Race run the point.  Here are … [Read more...] about 2010 NBA Rookie of the Year Race

2010 NBA Rookie of the Year Race

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By: David Kay 1. Brandon Jennings, Bucks (Last Week Ranking: #1) ’09-’10: 23.4 ppg, 5.8 apg, 4.5 rpg, 1.2 spg My ’09-’10 Prediction: 12 ppg, 7 apg, 2 spg He is single-handedly reviving the Bucks franchise as they are out to an 8-5 start.  Jennings scoring has dipped since Michael Redd returned from injury, but more so because Jennings has shot 10-36 in those two … [Read more...] about 2010 NBA Rookie of the Year Race

2010 NBA Rookie of the Race

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By: David Kay Before the season even began, a buddy of mine kept claiming Brandon Jennings was the next Allen Iverson.  I refused to buy into his hype.  Then Jennings had to go off for 55 points on Saturday night as he is pretty much saving basketball in the city of Milwaukee.  Now, I am buying into the hype and so should you.  Check out the updated rankings for The Sports … [Read more...] about 2010 NBA Rookie of the Race

NBA East Power Rankings 11-19

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By Paul M. Banks The Milwaukee Bucks and their hot start led by uber-rookie Brandon Jennings are the talk of the NBA. So how far did they move up in this week's power rankings? 1. Boston Celtics (9-3) Kevin Garnett is their centerpiece, Ray Allen and Paul Pierce the main sidekicks. But if you really want to see the barometer of the Celtics, look at Rajon Rondo. His … [Read more...] about NBA East Power Rankings 11-19

Brandon Jennings slices, then rains on the Golden State defense

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By Jake McCormick If social media could crown NBA stardom, Milwaukee Buck Brandon Jennings is well on his way after Saturday night’s record-setting performance against the Warriors. Typically on a Saturday night, the college community is out debaucherizing themselves away from the blue hue that is the computer screen. A quick check of Facebook statuses and Twitter search … [Read more...] about Brandon Jennings slices, then rains on the Golden State defense

2010 NBA Rookie of the Year Race

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By: David Kay Welcome to a weekly feature here at the The Sports Bank where we break down the top rookies in the NBA and who has the edge to win the Rookie of the Year Award.  Check back every Thursday for an update. Injuries have allowed several rookies to begin to flourish for their respective teams.  One rookie is gaining ground on the early favorite to claim the … [Read more...] about 2010 NBA Rookie of the Year Race