Well, so much for the newfound optimism under Frank Vogel. After starting 9-3 under the interim coach, the Indiana Pacers have lost seven of their last eight games, including five straight in which the team never realistically threatened for the win. Three of those defeats came by 17 or more points. The most recent loss, a 101-75 thrashing Wednesday at the hands of the … [Read more...] about Are Indiana Pacers in Relapse?
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Bulls-Hornets Game Breaks Cable Network Ratings Record
Monday night’s 85-77 victory by the Chicago Bulls over the New Orleans Hornets, their ninth-straight win at home, attracted approx. 252,538 households for the entire length of the game and posted a 10.02 peak rating during the 9:15 PM quarter-hour (close to 351,000 households). The 7.21 single game ratings record on Comcast SportsNet shatters the cable network’s previous … [Read more...] about Bulls-Hornets Game Breaks Cable Network Ratings Record
Bulls win at Miami Causes Heat Players to Cry
The villains of the NBA, the Miami Heat, are losing. They're in a slump and they just can't seem to handle the elite teams in the league. Not only are they having issues on the court, they're now starting to lose it in between the ears. The Chicago Bulls won their third and final meeting with the Heat this season. And Chicago ends the season series with the team everyone … [Read more...] about Bulls win at Miami Causes Heat Players to Cry
What Failed O.J. Mayo Trade Means for Indiana Pacers
Who's to blame? Who is responsible for the no-go on a trade that would have sent Memphis Grizzlies guard O.J. Mayo to the Indiana Pacers in exchange for forward Josh McRoberts and Indiana's first-round pick? Grizzlies owner Michael Heisley blamed the Pacers, reportedly saying they took too much time trying to organize a concurrent deal that would have sent guard Brandon … [Read more...] about What Failed O.J. Mayo Trade Means for Indiana Pacers
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
Melo blockbuster lands Timberwolves young, athletic Anthony Randolph
The New York Knicks finally got their guy. Late Tuesday night the Denver Post reported that the Knicks acquired superstar forward Carmelo Anthony from the Denver Nuggets in a blockbuster three-team trade. The Knicks receive a package based around Anthony, but also includes veteran point guard Chauncey Billups. For the Nuggets, their package is based around emerging … [Read more...] about Melo blockbuster lands Timberwolves young, athletic Anthony Randolph
Thunder 118, Timberwolves 117; A Microcosm of the T’Wolves Season
Brett Cloutier- Kevin Love and Michael Beasley carry the Timberwolves. An opposing player has a career game against the Timberwolves. The Timberwolves lose a game in which they have endless chances to win. Luke Ridnour takes an idiotic shot during crunch time. Sound familiar? Those four headlines have been seen on a nightly basis for the 2010-11 … [Read more...] about Thunder 118, Timberwolves 117; A Microcosm of the T’Wolves Season
Pacers Rookie Paul George Making Siginificant Contributions
For the third time in six games, Indiana Pacers rookie forward Paul George has reached double digit points. Why is this important? Next to superstar Danny Granger's 21 points per game, the Pacers (16-20) have struggled to score while averaging 96.9 points per game (22nd in the league). When the team does find production and eclipse the 100 point mark, they are … [Read more...] about Pacers Rookie Paul George Making Siginificant Contributions
Rubio, Mayo; T’Wolves Rumor Mill Swirling
The Wolves’ record dropped to 8-25 after Wednesday night’s 119-113 loss to the Denver Nuggets. But throughout the season they have shown that they may be just a move or two away from becoming a playoff contender for the 2011-12 season. Over the past 24 hours a whirlwind of rumors have surrounded the Minnesota Timberwolves, and as Wednesday as an indicator, the Wolves may in … [Read more...] about Rubio, Mayo; T’Wolves Rumor Mill Swirling
Webster’s Return Has Enhanced the Play of Young Wolves Squad
Many fans of the Minnesota Timberwolves scratched their heads when the Wolves made the June 24th draft day trade of sending forward Ryan Gomes and the rights to Luke Babbitt to Portland in exchange for wing Martell Webster. In his five seasons in Portland, Webster averaged just over 8 points per game, and an injury plagued 2008-09 campaign allowed Webster to only play in … [Read more...] about Webster’s Return Has Enhanced the Play of Young Wolves Squad