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Orlando Magic Look to Keep Pace in Eastern Conference

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While that other Florida NBA franchise was making a commotion this off-season, forever changing the landscape of the league, the Orlando Magic quietly sat back and avoided making any panic moves.  And why should they have?  Orlando has established themselves as one of the elite teams in the league.  But do they have what it takes to beat out the Heat and Celtics in the Eastern … [Read more...] about Orlando Magic Look to Keep Pace in Eastern Conference

Milwaukee Bucks Won’t Sneak Up On Anybody This Year

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Last year, I picked the Milwaukee Bucks to finish in last place in the Eastern Conference.  Whoops.  Instead, Scott Skiles did one of the best coaching jobs in the league, Brandon Jennings was ten times better than anyone imagined, and the Bucks were one of the surprise teams in the NBA. In the process, basketball was rejuvenated in Milwaukee.  With a few off-season … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks Won’t Sneak Up On Anybody This Year

Atlanta Hawks Could Take Step Back

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I just do not have a good feeling about the Atlanta Hawks this season.  It stems from sitting baseline while covering game six of their first round playoff series in Milwaukee last year and disliking the chemistry and make-up of this team.  Of course a new coach could improve their attitude and I will likely be way off as the team once again surpasses the 50-win total.  But if … [Read more...] about Atlanta Hawks Could Take Step Back

Boston Celtics: The Forgotten Eastern Conference Team?

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It is hard to believe a team that played for the NBA title last season has flown under the radar like the Boston Celtics have this off-season.  I guess that is what happens when LeBron, Wade, and Bosh join forces.  Tonight we will see the two Eastern Conference powers tip-off the season. For the Celtics, it is a marathon not a sprint.  If they can stay healthy and hit their … [Read more...] about Boston Celtics: The Forgotten Eastern Conference Team?

2010-2011 NBA Season Predictions Podcast

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The opening tip of the NBA season is just hours away.  David Kay has been breaking down each team with his season previews that you can check out by clicking here. As part The Sports Bank's partnership with WalterFootball.com, David recently joined Matt McGuire on the Walter Football podcast to talk all things NBA previewing the season.  Who is David's pick to win the Rookie … [Read more...] about 2010-2011 NBA Season Predictions Podcast

Will LeBron, Wade, Bosh Live Up to Hype?

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The most anticipated NBA season in decades tips off tonight when the Eastern Conference Champion Boston Celtics take on the evil empire that most expect to dethrone the reining champs.  All the talk in the off-season centered on “The Decision” and tonight we get our first look at LeBron, Wade, Bosh, and NBA’s public enemy number one; the Miami Heat.  As Terrell Owens once said, … [Read more...] about Will LeBron, Wade, Bosh Live Up to Hype?

Utah Jazz Will Play the Same Tune This Season

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Can you name the three teams that went undefeated in the NBA pre-season?  I will give you a second to think about it… The Magic, Grizzlies, and Utah Jazz.  Of course that fact carries as much weight as a cracked out Amy Winehouse but it has to be an encouraging sign considering the roster changes the Jazz underwent this off-season. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about Utah Jazz Will Play the Same Tune This Season