May 2012
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“I think it’s time to look at (flopping) in a more serious way because...”
– David Stern on the rise of the act of flopping. He also jabbed the current MVP, LeBron James, for escaping from ridiculous calls.
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JaVale McGee has potential as most-athletic...
Ever since he was drafted by the Washington Wizards, he has been filled with tremendous upside. His tall statue was perfectly made for the NBA, but he started off his career with a lanky, uncoordinated game. He played as if his body grew too fast, and needed time to understand his athletic capabilities. Although he has had some troubles in Washington, McGee had flashes of incredible agility...
April 2012
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The league's answer for a shortened season:...
From NBA Quotes blog,
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- 66 games in 123 days
- 50 hours of rest between the last game of the season and the first playoff game
Out of all the team sports in the world, basketball is one of the most exhausting games, especially during the season. The National Basketball Association 82 game season is already a challenge for players. This lockout-shortened season makes injuries...
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This is World Peace in action
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Underrated Pacers, the top team in April
The Indiana Pacers hold the top record in the NBA for the month of April. Only losing two games during their 13 games in April, the Pacers are certainly becoming a top story in the league.[[MORE]] After Philadelphia broke their seven-game winning streak, they now have a record of 41-22, enough to secure home court advantage in the first round of the playoffs.
If Indiana can hold the third...
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Untimely tension in Orlando
The Orlando Magic are currently holding the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference. Their plunge from the third seed they’ve held for most of the the season is due to the recent five-game losing streak. To make matters worse, Dwight Howard isn’t comfortable in Orlando, even after deciding to stay another year with the team. This time it was Coach Stan Van Gundy that has taken the...
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Stephon Marbury guides Beijing to first CBA title
Misery was a commonplace for the Brooklyn ballplayer. He was the most promising athlete to come out of the New York Metro Area, but dealt with hardships during his NBA career. From the disappointing times in New Jersey, and the promising moments with Phoenix, ended with bizarre videos after his departure from his hometown New York Knicks.
His career in his homeland didn’t fare well, so...
March 2012
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Kobe acting like an old man
Don’t get me wrong. Kobe Bryant is a great player, if not, one of the greats. His matured style of play reflects the name of this blog, so I definitely praise the job he has been providing for the Lakers throughout his career.
I never like the comments about players being, “old,” when they are only in their thirties. It seems outrageous to say that when they are still...
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Irony: the Clippers' rough journey to the playoffs
Lately, the Los Angeles Clippers have been dealing with a lot of adversity throughout the season. Their inconsistent effort in the month of March had fans go insane. The Clippers lost nine of the 16 games played so far this month.
Who is the person to blame? [[MORE]]The media accuses on Coach Vinny Del Negro because they haven’t executed well during crunch time. The rumors were...
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Joakim Noah sprayed on his "big baby" repellent
The video doesn’t lie. Glen Davis clearly had his path diverted, due to Noah’s use of “Big Baby” repellent. Oh yea, the dunk was amazing too, like their season.
The Chicago Bulls have been playing all season with authority. With or without Derrick Rose in control, the Bulls manage to dominate with a league leading record of 38 wins and 10 losses. Their constant...
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CSKA Moscow highlights upcoming Euroleague...
The Euroleague will resume their annual league, featuring the best teams throughout Europe. The quarterfinals kicks off on March 20 as FC Barcelona takes on UNICS Kazan. Let’s take a closer look at all the teams competing for a chance to reach the Euroleague Final Four in Istanbul on May.[[MORE]]
FC Barcelona vs. UNICS Kazan
Kazan is one of the newer teams featured in the Euroleague. ...
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2012 NBA trade deadline's winners and losers
What makes the trade deadline so special? It’d filled with surprising transactions made by teams who may or may not be in the rumor mill during the season. The front office of each and every management works hard to find that perfect deal during this time of the year. The deadline was like the black Friday of the NBA world. What makes trades so unique is how some search for pieces to...
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Will the Big Apple Blues End Under Woodson's...
Now that Mike D’Antoni has mysteriously resigned as the head coach for the New York Knicks, how will Interim Coach Mike Woodson handle this team? The fans chanting “Fire D’Antoni,” became an actual fact.. The Knicks were once on a seven-game winning streak. Now they are almost heading to a losing streak of the same degree. With Woodson in command of the team, how will...
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Was Trading Monta Ellis the Right Decision?
The Golden State Warriors have agreed to trade Monta Ellis, Ekpe Udoh and Kwame Brown in exchange for Andrew Bogut and Stephen Jackson from the Milwaukee Bucks. Despite Ellis’ continued success for the Warriors, he has been involved in trade rumors for the past few seasons. Bogut and Jackson are both great additions for any team. How will these two teams fare with their new...
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A tribute to Ricky Rubio's rookie year
The most anticipated player of the Minnesota Timberwolves ended his season earlier than expected. In a tight match between the Los Angeles Lakers at Minnesota on Friday, the Wolves were up 102-101 late in the game. With only 17 seconds remaining, Kobe Bryant collided into Ricky Rubio, knocking him down.
While charged a blocking foul, Rubio was unable to get up. He was taken to the bench being...
