PHILOSOPHICAL QUOTE OF THE DAY: “Losers quit when they’re tired. Winners quit when they’ve won.” -Unknown [Read more…]
NBA Daily Links: 9.7.15
Archives for September 2015
Fantasy Spin: Update From FIBA Americas & NBA Sleepers
The first round of the FIBA Americas tournament was like a four-game warmup to eliminate the worst team in each group. Cuba simply wasn’t good enough, though 21-year-old Jasiel Rivero has talent. The surprise was a weak team from Brazil. It’s understandable that Leandro Barbosa, Nene Hilario, Anderson Varejao and Tiago Splitter preferred to rest, but younger NBA players like Bruno Caboclo and Lucas Nogueira might have helped. The second round gets under way at 1:00 Eastern on Sunday, with every team
NBA Daily Links: 9.6.15
PHILOSOPHICAL QUOTE OF THE DAY: “By respect for life we become religious in a way that is elementary, profound and alive.” -Albert Einstein [Read more…]
Tweet of the Day: Markieff Morris removes all doubt on his trade intentions
When a picture surfaced on social media this week of Markieff Morris appearing to work out with an exclusive group of Houston Rockets, we quickly speculated on what it could mean for the 26-year-old’s future with the Phoenix Suns. Now, Markieff has taken to Twitter to ensure that there’s no misunderstanding. My future will not be in Phoenix…. #thatisall #backtothegrind #FOE — Keef Morris (@Keefmorris) September 4, 2015 It’s hard to be more direct than that. That said, it’s doubtful Morris will get his wish anytime soon. Despite his
Is Robert Horry A Hall of Famer?
With the Basketball Hall of Fame enshrining the 2015 class in about a week, we take a look at Robert Horry, a polarizing case that should be looked at extensively. He is the winningest team player in recent memory, but his individual accolades and statistics make him a very interesting case for Hall of Fame consideration. [Read more…]
NBA Daily Links: 9.5.15
PHILOSOPHICAL QUOTE OF THE DAY: “The best teachers are those who show you where to look, but don’t tell you what to see.” -Alexandra Trenfor [Read more…]
Eurobasket ’15: Who Could Challenge Team USA In Rio?
This year’s European Championship, the Eurobasket, will be kicking off this weekend with group play taking place in France, Croatia, Germany and Latvia, with 24 teams fighting for two automatic bids for the 2016 Olympics in Rio. Both the champion and the runner-up will automatically qualify for the prestigious competition next summer, with the 3rd-7th place teams earning the right to fight for one of the three final bids for the Olympics in next summer’s three pre-Olympic qualifying tournaments. Team USA is
Minnesota Timberwolves: Need to Know
The Timberwolves won 16 games last season and secured the 1st overall pick in the draft. There should be optimism in Minnesota this season as the young players are a year older and the team has some great veteran leadership. The Wolves have not had a winning season since 2004-05. Can they do it this season? Here are the things you need to know about the Timberwolves. [Read more…]