Welcome to NBA Lockout world, where lack of news happens. Chicago Bulls wing Kyle Korver saving the life of a snapping turtle was probably my favorite minor story becoming a major story of the lockout thus far. This might be #2. You can still watch your favorite NBA stars play on television; just not play basketball. New Orleans Hornets point guard Chris Paul was on … [Read more...] about Hornets Chris Paul Bombs on Family Feud (Video)
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How does Kyrie Irving Compare to NBA #1 Overall Picks Derrick Rose, John Wall?
It's only natural to compare Duke and soon-to-be Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving to the Washington Wizards John Wall and the Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose. After Thursday evening, it will mark three years in a row that a point guard went first overall, so this juxtaposition of the three franchise floor generals will continue on for many years. Irving was been as … [Read more...] about How does Kyrie Irving Compare to NBA #1 Overall Picks Derrick Rose, John Wall?
Should the New Orleans Hornets Trade Chris Paul this Summer?
Like we are currently seeing in the NFL, the 2011 NBA off-season is up in the air with a lockout looming. Free agency could be delayed and completely restructured depending on the new agreement reached by the owners and players. Still, The Sports Bank continues to break down all thirty NBA teams to see what areas they need to address in the off-season. The dilemma with the … [Read more...] about Should the New Orleans Hornets Trade Chris Paul this Summer?
New Orleans Hornets Secure A NBA Playoff Berth
While it wasn’t always pretty, the New Orleans Hornets played like a playoff team when it mattered most. After allowing a season-high 38 first quarter points Wednesday night to Southwest Division rival Houston, the Hornets were able to claw their way back to a 101-93 victory, clinching a playoff berth. Despite winning only 37 games last season, witnessing the turnover of … [Read more...] about New Orleans Hornets Secure A NBA Playoff Berth
Indiana Pacers Are Four Wins Away from Playoffs
The Indiana Pacers finally seem to recognize the opportunity in front of them. Now 35-42 after three straight wins with five games remaining in the regular season, the Pacers lead the Charlotte Bobcats by two games (and essentially three games with the season head-to-head tiebreak) for the eighth and final playoff spot in the NBA's Eastern Conference. Four wins secures … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers Are Four Wins Away from Playoffs
Trade to Nets Proves Deron Williams is NOT the NBA’s Best PG
For the last few seasons there has been a lively debate about the best point guard in the NBA. Prior to this season the discussion was mainly between Chris Paul and Deron Williams (Derrick Rose is now in the conversation). Now that Deron Williams has been traded to the New Jersey Nets for Devin Harris, Derrick Favors and two first round picks, it's safe to say that the debate … [Read more...] about Trade to Nets Proves Deron Williams is NOT the NBA’s Best PG
Carlos Boozer can be Robin to Derrick Rose’s Batman
So many failed experiments, and finally the Chicago Bulls have found their big man. By my count, I have ten failures by the organization at the power forward position: Elton Brand, Tyrus Thomas, Tyson Chandler, Drew Gooden, PJ Brown, Andres Nocioni, Michael Sweetney, Lonny Baxter, Antonio Davis and Donyell Marshall. Almost all were expected at one point to deliver the … [Read more...] about Carlos Boozer can be Robin to Derrick Rose’s Batman
Will the Bulls Draft a Backup Point Guard?
By Paul M. Banks If there’s one position the Chicago Bulls don’t have a pressing need at, it’s point guard. The incumbent starter, Derrick Rose is the only player on the roster even remotely close to developing into a franchise player, and (SAT scandals and gang sign gestures aside) is the guy to build the team around. But the Bulls might see backup Kirk Hinrich move on soon … [Read more...] about Will the Bulls Draft a Backup Point Guard?
UCLA Pair Part of Point Guard Heavy Draft
By Paul M. Banks and David Kay In recent years, we have seen how drafting a point guard can help change the face of an NBA franchise. Think of the impact Chris Paul has had on the Hornets, Deron Williams in Utah, Rajon Rando with the Celtics, or just this past year, what Derrick Rose brought to the Bulls. If you are a team in need of a point guard this year, the crop of … [Read more...] about UCLA Pair Part of Point Guard Heavy Draft
The Big East’s Battle Tested NBA Prospects
By Paul M. Banks and David Kay During the 2008-2009 season, the Big East set itself apart from any other conference in the history college basketball. It became the first conference in NCAA Tournament history to not only send five teams to the Sweet Sixteen, but also advance four schools to the Elite 8. At one time, eight Big East teams were ranked in the AP Top 25, the … [Read more...] about The Big East’s Battle Tested NBA Prospects