Catch that riveting Celtics-Lakers game Friday night? Yeah, neither did I. Talk about a scheduling nightmare. The game featuring the two marquee franchises – as opposed to teams – was the second of ESPN’s Friday Night doubleheader. It featured two teams who have a combined 13 wins over the last two-plus months. With Kobe Bryant and the calcifying-before-our-eyes Steve Nash out, the Lakers’ only discernible attraction was Pau Gasol. The Celtics had Rajon Rondo, whose much-trumpeted comeback from knee surgery has helped
Archives for February 2014
PODCAST: Time to Stick a Fork in the Knicks?
The temptation is to stick a fork in the Knicks and pronounce them done. The reality? Even after last night’s double OT loss to the Orlando Magic, New York is 4 1/2 games out of eighth place in the Eastern Conference with 27 games remaining. That is more than enough time for them to put together something resembling a hot streak and gain enough ground to reach the No. 8 seed. [Read more…]
10 Fast Facts from Last Night’s Games — Knicks Spoil 44 from ‘Melo, Four Pistons Post Double-Doubles, Bulls Stay Hot
Friday, February 21 was yet another day of critical results in the NBA. There were statement wins from rising forces, multiple players debuting with their new teams and a 44-point game that was spoiled by the general inadequacy of a disappointing team. Here’s everything that you need to know about last night’s action. [Read more…]
Tweet of the Night: Evan Turner provides emotional thoughts about his time with 76ers
Since getting traded to the Indiana Pacers, Evan Turner has been silent on twitter. That silence was broken on Friday, when he wrote a long but relevant message to his former team: [Read more…]
SH Blog: Is Turner Insurance for Pacers? LeBron Breaks Nose; Lowry Could Resign in Toronto
The Indiana Pacers knew something early Thursday afternoon that the Oklahoma City Thunder — and the rest of the NBA — found out late Thursday night: The Miami Heat are still the team to beat in this league. Period. [Read more…]
Tweet of the Day: Free Agent Glen Davis Thanks Magic And Fans
Friday afternoon, a day removed from the NBA trade deadline, the Orlando Magic and general manager Rob Hennigan decided the team’s future would be best without forward Glen Davis. The Magic and Davis agreed to a buyout that will enable the 28-year-old big man, affectionately known as “Big Baby,” to pursue another team via free agency once he clears waivers. After the buyout had been formalized, Davis took to Twitter to thank the Magic and its fans for his time in Orlando.
Fantasy Spin: Friday, February 21, 2014
The Miami Heat announced themselves “top dog”, as they led wire to wire against Western powerhouse Oklahoma City. Kevin Durant/OKC was shut down in the first quarter, and LeBron James/MIA, ably assisted by Dwayne Wade/MIA got the Heat the lead they would never relinquish. In a relatively low-scoring game, the Warriors beat the visiting Rockets in overtime, led by their dynamic duo David Lee/GSW and Stephen Curry/GSW. Tonight, the post-trade deadline phase of the regulation gets fully underway. Here is
Sixth Man Rankings: Series of Statement Games Start Tonight
As I predicted two weeks ago, the Sixth Man Award race has heated back up. With Reggie Jackson and Manu Ginobili returning to their roles on the bench for their respective teams, Markieff Morris has finally found some serious competition for the award. With 30-plus games left for each team on the schedule, there are bound to be several key games ahead that could help determine the winner of this award. As luck would have it, Manu Ginobili’s return to full strength
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