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
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NBA Playoff Predictions: Who wins it all?
The regular season is over and it's time to make that money. Can LeBron James finally capture his first NBA championship? Do the Lakers have enough to compete in the West? What about the Griz? Spurs? How about the Bulls in East? Is D-Rose healthy? Check it out! In 1,000 words or less, I give my playoff predictions and pick the NBA champion. Let's go! … [Read more...] about NBA Playoff Predictions: Who wins it all?
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
Magic Waive Gilbert Arenas with Amnesty Clause; Pistons Cut Rip Hamilton
The new Amnesty Clause in the NBA labor agreement update claimed it's first ever victim today. Gilbert Arenas of the Orlando Magic. Yes, "Hibachi," "Agent 0," or as I call him "shooty mcshootington" or "gunsy mcgunsington" walks away from the Magic with a cool $60+ million; without having to do a thing. The Magic get to take his albatross of a contract off their salary cap … [Read more...] about Magic Waive Gilbert Arenas with Amnesty Clause; Pistons Cut Rip Hamilton
Magic’s Dwight Howard Dunks on a Giant Stuff Giraffe (Video)
Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard, quite possibly the best center in the NBA, was in Japan recently and displayed his dunking skills. First, he does a dunk wearing a clown's wig, then comes the big time "giraffe dunk." … [Read more...] about Magic’s Dwight Howard Dunks on a Giant Stuff Giraffe (Video)
Dwight Howard, Orlando Magic at a Crossroads
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 Orlando Magic … [Read more...] about Dwight Howard, Orlando Magic at a Crossroads
NBA All-Defensive Team: Orlando’s Dwight Howard Leads the Way
Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard, winner of the last three Defensive Player of the Year Awards, headlines the NBA All-Defensive First Team. Howard totaled 56 points, including 27 First Team votes. Also selected to the All-Defensive First Team are guard Rajon Rondo of the Boston Celtics (39 points), forward LeBron James of the Miami Heat (38 points), forward Kevin Garnett … [Read more...] about NBA All-Defensive Team: Orlando’s Dwight Howard Leads the Way
Magic’s Dwight Howard Still in NBA MVP Conversation
Even though most members of the media have chalked the Chicago Bulls Derrick Rose up as the MVP of the NBA this season Dwight Howard’s head coach and teammates beg to differ. And, if you’re going to be open to having a discussion on the topic, it’s not hard to see their argument. Howard currently ranks in the top 10 in rebounding, blocked shots and field goal percentage. … [Read more...] about Magic’s Dwight Howard Still in NBA MVP Conversation
Blockbuster NBA Trade CONFIRMED: Gilbert Arenas, Jason Richardson, Vince Carter, Rashard Lewis!
The NBA trade wind are blowing strong on this chilly winter day. Apparently, the Orlando Magic are looking to blow up their overpaid and underachieving roster. The deals, which could come today, involve Jason Richardson from the Phoenix Suns, and possibly a new, fresh start for Gilbert Arenas and the Washington Wizards. (UPDATE: via Pro Basketball Talk:) The Orlando … [Read more...] about Blockbuster NBA Trade CONFIRMED: Gilbert Arenas, Jason Richardson, Vince Carter, Rashard Lewis!
Free Agency hypes start of NBA season
After one of the most publicized off-seasons in NBA history, the league's landscape seems to have gone through a bigger face lift than Joan Rivers. The anticipation for the start of the season has been building since Lebron and CBTV reporter Blane Harrington lit up expectations in the sunshine state, seemingly anointing the Heat the most hated team in the NBA. With Bosh and … [Read more...] about Free Agency hypes start of NBA season