This time three years ago, the Indiana Pacers had fallen so far out of the public eye, both nationally and in their own city, there was talk the franchise might soon be on the move. Now, they're about to be as relevant in sports nation as they can be -- they're playing a playoff series against the most polarizing team in the NBA -- and maybe in American sports. Fresh off … [Read more...] about It’s finally time: Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat in Eastern Conference Semifinals
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NBA Playoffs: Garnett Gives A “Throwback” Performance
For a second I thought I was watching Kevin Garnett, the MVP back when he played for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Last night, Garnett put on of the best playoff performances and did something no Boston Celtic has ever done in their rich history. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Garnett Gives A “Throwback” Performance
NBA Playoffs: Bad Officiating, Stars Getting “Treatment”
I have had it with NBA officials in the playoffs. The league is softening up to protect stars and I don't like it one bit. It's hard to watch a game when there are nearly 50 fouls called per game. The playoffs are about letting defensive players get away with more, not about giving the stars more "star treatment". I understand that the NBA is a star-driven league. It's easier … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Bad Officiating, Stars Getting “Treatment”
NBA Playoffs: Harden, Thunder sweep Mavs
Who would have thought it would have been this easy to sweep the defending champion Dallas Mavericks. The Oklahoma City Thunder made it look easy on Saturday. One player, in particular, had a big hand in the Thunder's victory. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Harden, Thunder sweep Mavs
NBA Playoffs: Mavs, Knicks on brink of elimination
Two playoff series might be over come Saturday and Sunday. The Oklahoma City Thunder and Miami Heat have taken 3-0 series leads. Can their opponents battle back or will the Thunder and Heat put them bed? … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Mavs, Knicks on brink of elimination
Can Bulls make ‘Ewing Theory’ type playoff run?
With Derrick Rose’s season over, almost everyone has written off the Chicago Bulls' title hopes, and understandably so. But what about the “Ewing Theory”? You know, Dave Cirilli and Bill Simmons’ theory that says a team occasionally comes together in the absence of its star and actually plays better than before? Is there any chance the Bulls can make a Ewing Theory-like run … [Read more...] about Can Bulls make ‘Ewing Theory’ type playoff run?
NBA Playoffs: Clippers Prove That Anything Is Possible
As I turned off my television and closed my eyes, I had an uneasy feeling. Ten minutes later, I sat up in my bed, reached for my phone and clicked on the ESPN app. I went to the NBA homepage and clicked on the "scores" tab. When the page loaded, I couldn't believe what I saw. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Clippers Prove That Anything Is Possible
NBA Eastern Conference playoff preview: Indiana Pacers vs. Orlando Magic
The NBA playoffs are here. Dwight Howard is not. With the All-Star center on the shelf for the remainder of 2011-12 with a back injury (and potentially done in Orlando), the Indiana Pacers, who hold the No. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference with a 42-24 record, are clear favorites to advance to the conference semifinals in getting past the Magic. Here's a quick preview … [Read more...] about NBA Eastern Conference playoff preview: Indiana Pacers vs. Orlando Magic
NBA Playoffs: Five BIG Questions in the Western Conference
With the Utah Jazz beating the Phoenix Suns and claiming the last playoff spot last night, the playoff picture is set in the Western Conference. Let's see if we can answer five big questions in the Western Conference. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Five BIG Questions in the Western Conference
NBA Playoffs: Five BIG Questions in the Eastern Conference
With the NBA playoffs just a few days away, let's discuss five big questions in the Eastern Conference. … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Five BIG Questions in the Eastern Conference