I keep hearing, “Kobe can’t do it all by himself” and I think therein lies the problem. Kobe Bryant is trying to win this series by himself. Granted, he has been unstoppable at times scoring 38 points and shooting 48 percent from the field in Game 5, but the Lakers were still unable to get the victory. The rest of this series may go a long way to writing the rest of Kobe’s … [Read more...] about Lakers vs. Celtics NBA Finals: “Kobe can’t do it all by himself”
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Illinois’ Jeff Jordan Problem Didn’t End With His Transfer
When young Jeffrey Jordan decided to transfer from the University of Illinois, it seemed as though that was the end of the strange saga of the oldest son of the greatest basketball player of all time, Michael Jordan. Not even close. Not even close by a damn sight. … [Read more...] about Illinois’ Jeff Jordan Problem Didn’t End With His Transfer
Jeffrey Jordan to Transfer From Illinois
With his decision to transfer from the University of Illinois, the enigma that is the oldest offspring of one Michael Jeffrey Jordan continues to evolve. The junior, who is entering his last year of eligibility for college basketball has two choices -- ending his collegiate basketball career or transferring to a Division II or III school where he can play immediately … [Read more...] about Jeffrey Jordan to Transfer From Illinois
Bulls Beat Trail Blazers, Just like the ’92 Finals (Sort of)
By Paul M. Banks The Chicago Bulls welcome the Portland Trail Blazers to the United Center tonight. Sure, it's not the 1992 NBA Finals, but it is an important contest with playoff implications on both sides. … [Read more...] about Bulls Beat Trail Blazers, Just like the ’92 Finals (Sort of)
Illini Need a Closer!
By Paul M. Banks Remember the Bulls glory years, when Michael Jordan was the finest late game finisher? When somebody had to be the team’s go-to guy and knock down the big shot, MJ was the Bulls’ assassin. The 21st ranked Illini lack this quality- a true ‘balla” to close games out, a star carrying this team on their back when necessary. I asked Head Coach Bruce Weber if … [Read more...] about Illini Need a Closer!