PHILOSOPHICAL QUOTE OF THE DAY:
“A man can succeed at almost anything for which he has unlimited enthusiasm.”
-Charles Schwab
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NBA:
One of the Guys (by Nancy Lieberman)
http://www.theplayerstribune.com/nancy-lieberman-kings-women-in-coaching/
The stages of injury
http://thelab.bleacherreport.com/the-stages-of-injury/
Why your team won’t win the NBA title
http://www.si.com/nba/photos/2015/10/29/why-your-team-wont-win-nba-title
11 things we (may) have learned from the NBA openers
Dead money looks bad, but more NBA teams are smartly using it to stretch salary cap
NBA All-Star jerseys to feature Kia advertisement
Meet the most entertaining player in each NBA franchise’s history
Relive Bulls’ 1991 Eastern Conference Finals win over Pistons
http://chicago.suntimes.com/sports/7/71/1057934/relive-1991-eastern-conference-finals
Walt ‘Clyde’ Frazier talks Porzingis, Carmelo and his suits
http://nypost.com/2015/10/30/walt-clyde-frazier-talks-porzingis-carmelo-and-his-suits/
Duke’s Brandon Ingram Could Be Sleeper for 2016 NBA Draft’s Top Spot
FLIP SAUNDERS:
Flip Saunders’ family starts memorial fund
http://www.twincities.com/timberwolves/ci_29044231/flip-saunders-family-starts-memorial-fund
Cuban using private plane to fly coaches from LA to Minnesota for Flip Saunders’ funeral
Nuggets have many ties to the late Flip Saunders
http://www.denverpost.com/nuggets/ci_29044115/nuggets-have-many-ties-late-flip-saunders
THABO SEFOLOSHA:
Thabo Sefolosha: I won’t stop talking about police misconduct
http://nypost.com/2015/10/30/thabo-sefolosha-i-wont-stop-talking-about-police-misconduct/
Civil suit filed, Sefolosha returns to New York ‘in a good place’
Thabo Sefolosha: NYC arrest on mind ‘almost daily’ in past 6 months
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/14005923/thabo-sefolosha-atlanta-hawks-upbeat-start-season
Thabo Sefolosha reveals the full story about his wrongful arrest
http://www.sbnation.com/nba/2015/10/29/9637806/thabo-sefolosha-nypd-arrest-lawsuit-nightmares
Hawks’ Thabo Sefolosha renews call for police accountability in return to New York
http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/hawks/2015/10/29/thabo-sefolosha-new-york-hawks/74842876/
76ERS:
Jahlil Okafor’s debut gives 76ers’ ‘process’ clearer focus than ever before
Sixers’ Nerlens Noel might steal some spotlight from Jahlil Okafor
Still much too soon to measure Sixers’ success by wins and losses
Stauskas day-to-day with back spasms
http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/sports/sixers/Stauskas-day-to-day-with-back-spasms.html
BUCKS:
Antetokounmpo was ‘a little bit sick’ about missing Bucks opener
Preview: Bucks vs. Wizards
http://www.jsonline.com/sports/bucks/preview-bucks-vs-wizards-b99605750z1-338582631.html
BULLS:
Derrick Rose taking advantage of space rather than launching 3-pointers
Bulls’ Nikola Mirotic tries to make name for himself in starting role
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/basketball/bulls/ct-main-bulls-spt-1030-20151029-story.html
Joakim Noah asked to come off the bench
http://chicago.suntimes.com/basketball/7/71/1056997/joakim-noah-asked-come-bench
Derrick Rose made his NBA debut 7 years ago Wednesday with the Bulls
Equal Opportunity Bulls offense revealing versatility
http://www.csnchicago.com/bulls/equal-opportunity-bulls-offense-revealing-versatility
Fred Hoiberg doesn’t wear a tie because of a heart condition
http://chicago.suntimes.com/basketball/7/71/1057127/fred-hoiberg-doesnt-wear-tie-heart-condition
CAVALIERS:
Cavaliers General Manager David Griffin on LeBron James and chasing a title
What has changed for Kevin Love in his second season with Cavaliers
http://www.cleveland.com/cavs/index.ssf/2015/10/what_has_changed_for_kevin_lov.html – incart_river
NBA has rescinded J.R. Smith’s technical foul against Chicago Bulls, but he’s not happy
http://www.cleveland.com/cavs/index.ssf/2015/10/jr_smiths_technical_on_opening.html – incart_river
CELTICS:
Opener shows Celtics’ strength at closing out quarters
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/opener-shows-celtics-strength-at-closing-out-quarters
C’s advanced stats leaders in opener
Raptors better measuring stick for Celtics
http://www.csnne.com/boston-celtics/blakely-raptors-better-measuring-stick-celtics
Roster choices for Brad Stevens each night
http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/celtics/2015/10/roster_choices_for_brad_stevens_each_night
Amir Johnson’s knowledge of Raptors should help Celtics
https://www.bostonglobe.com/sports/2015/10/29/celtics/mGz7V2TW4zhq9mIDUe9ErO/story.html
Ainge: Maybe C’s develop a superstar
CLIPPERS:
Another big game for Blake Griffin in Clippers’ chippy win over Mavericks
http://www.latimes.com/sports/clippers/la-sp-clippers-mavericks-20151030-story.html
Clippers chill Mark Cuban’s whine
http://www.latimes.com/sports/clippers/la-sp-plaschke-clippers-opener-20151030-column.html
Clippers’ bench a hospitable bunch so far
http://www.latimes.com/sports/clippers/la-sp-clippers-report-20151030-story.html
Clippers Austin Rivers fined $25,000 for throwing seat cushion into crowd
Clippers getting wildly creative to complete heel turn
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/clippers-getting-wildly-creative-complete-heel-turn
GRIZZLIES:
No trouble scoring as Grizzlies beat Pacers 112-103
The Memphis Grizzlies have a play called ‘What The F***?’
http://www.sbnation.com/lookit/2015/10/29/9640502/memphis-grizzlies-what-the-f-play-swearing
HAWKS:
Five observations from Hawks’ 112-101 win over Knicks
Another film session helps Hawks get straight
http://www.myajc.com/news/sports/basketball/another-film-session-helps-hawks-get-straight/npCDK/
HEAT:
Deep Heat team sends message to Hassan Whiteside
http://www.miamiherald.com/sports/spt-columns-blogs/ethan-j-skolnick/article41876283.html
Expanding game to 3-point line a priority for Heat’s Luol Deng
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-heat/fl-miami-heat-main-1030-20151029-story.html
Is Heat mix ready for greater challenges?
http://www.sun-sentinel.com/sports/miami-heat/sfl-askira-story.html
Chris Bosh enjoying every minute of being on basketball court
http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/heat/2015/10/29/chris-bosh-pat-riley-miami-heat/74827092/
HORNETS:
Transition defense, poor ball movement issues for Hornets in loss to Heat
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nba/charlotte-hornets/article41829150.html
Charlotte Hornets Gameday: At Atlanta Hawks
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nba/charlotte-hornets/article41887749.html
JAZZ:
Suspension served, Trevor Booker ready for debut
http://www.sltrib.com/sports/3115868-155/utah-jazz-suspension-served-trevor-booker
Neto misses practice with knee injury
http://www.sltrib.com/sports/3115750-155/utah-jazz-notes-neto-misses-practice
Jazz make ‘progressive’ move by naming Linda Luchetti the VP of basketball operations
What we talk about when we talk about Trey
Stockton joins ‘Dan Patrick Show’ to explain his assistant coaching position
KINGS:
Darren Collison leads Kings’ revamped, improved second unit
http://www.sacbee.com/sports/nba/sacramento-kings/kings-blog/article41884866.html
Kings vs. L.A. Lakers at a glance
http://www.sacbee.com/sports/nba/sacramento-kings/kings-blog/article41877756.html
Stockton won’t join Bighorns, Henderson will
http://www.csnbayarea.com/kings/sources-stockton-wont-join-bighorns-henderson-will
KNICKS:
Knicks open Garden with a dud in loss to Hawks, but Kristaps Porzingis gets cheered
A deeper look at Carmelo Anthony’s ugly shooting numbers
http://nypost.com/2015/10/30/a-deeper-look-at-carmelo-anthonys-ugly-shooting-numbers/
The moment that shows Porzingis is worth watching — even if Knicks aren’t
http://nypost.com/2015/10/30/the-moment-that-shows-porzingis-is-worth-watching-even-if-knicks-arent/
Draft bust vindicates Phil Jackson’s $10 million risk
http://nypost.com/2015/10/29/draft-bust-vindicates-phil-jacksons-10-million-risk/
Tim Hardaway Jr. still dealing with being traded by Knicks
Knicks return to the Garden and reality
LAKERS:
Lakers make quick change, give D’Angelo Russell job of organizing offense
http://www.latimes.com/sports/lakers/la-sp-lakers-report-20151030-story.html
Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell moving back to point guard
http://www.dailynews.com/sports/20151029/lakers-dangelo-russell-moving-back-to-point-guard
Julius Randle’s a different player one year after leg fracture
Kobe Didn’t Find a Win, but He May Have Rediscovered His Passion in NBA Return
Up next for Lakers: Friday at Sacramento
http://www.latimes.com/sports/lakers/la-sp-lakers-tonight-20151030-story.html
MAGIC:
Orlando Magic find that old habits are costly in close games
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sports/orlando-magic/os-magic-fouls-scoring-1030-20151029-story.html
NBA says officiating at end of Magic-Wizards game was accurate
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/sports/orlando-magic/os-orlando-magic-news-1030-20151029-story.html
Magic look to rebound from heartbreaker on Friday vs. Thunder
http://www.nba.com/magic/news/magic-look-rebound-heartbreaker-friday-vs.-thunder
MAVERICKS:
Jordan, Clippers rout outmanned Mavericks
http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/nba/dallas-mavericks/article41908665.html
Mavs’ backcourt duo misses season’s second game
http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/nba/dallas-mavericks/article41892261.html
MRI shows sprain, no structural damage in Deron Williams’ left knee
Deron Williams sits with knee sprain; Mavs say injury not serious
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/14006343/deron-williams-dallas-mavericks-knee-injury
Dirk Nowitzki: ‘Sometimes flying under the radar isn’t the worst thing’
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban fires verbal shot at Clippers before Thursday’s game
http://www.star-telegram.com/sports/nba/dallas-mavericks/full-court-press-blog/article41905908.html
Cuban able to stay quiet about Jordan, but had no problem talking about the Clippers prior to loss
NETS:
Jarrett Jack practices, hopes to return to Nets’ lineup Friday night
Nets Should Sign Nate Robinson
http://www.rantsports.com/nba/2015/10/29/brooklyn-nets-should-sign-nate-robinson/
NUGGETS:
Predicting the Nuggets’ Statistical Leaders in 2015-16
http://nugglove.com/2015/10/29/predicting-denver-nuggets-statistical-leaders-2015-16/
Nuggets: Thank you sir, may I have another
http://www.denverstiffs.com/2015/10/29/9633950/denver-nuggets-thank-you-sir-may-i-have-another
Emmanuel Mudiay’s Debut Impressive Despite Turnovers
PACERS:
Grizzlies use late run to put away Pacers, win 112-103
http://www.indycornrows.com/2015/10/29/9640430/2015-final-score-memphis-grizzlies-indiana-pacers
Do Paul George and Monta Ellis need a new nickname?
Pacers searching for an identity
Rookie Myles Turner brings energy when Pacers need it most
PELICANS:
Eric Gordon says Pelicans are still learning how to play fast in Alvin Gentry’s system
http://www.nola.com/pelicans/index.ssf/2015/10/eric_gordon_well_get_better.html – incart_river
Pelicans expect to sign guard Toney Douglas to replace Nate Robinson
http://www.nola.com/pelicans/index.ssf/2015/10/new_orleans_pelicans_expect_to.html – incart_river
Pelicans waive veteran point guard Nate Robinson
http://www.nola.com/pelicans/index.ssf/2015/10/new_orleans_pelicans_waive_vet.html – incart_river
PISTONS:
Pistons leaving no game unwatched in hopes of uncovering the NBA’s secrets
Pistons set to retire numbers of Billups, Wallace
Pistons face early-season test vs. Bulls
Jodie Meeks suffers Jones fracture to right foot in Pistons’ win
http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/13999971/jodie-meeks-detroit-pistons-fractures-foot-indefinitely
Pistons feel bad for Meeks, out with broken foot
RAPTORS:
Raptors rally in home opener to beat Indiana Pacers 106-99
Raptors’ Patterson looks much better against Pacers
http://www.torontosun.com/2015/10/29/raptors-patterson-looks-much-better-against-pacers
Dwane Casey not focused on Raptors record for coaching wins
Raptors finally set to embrace team offense and reach their potential
Raptors-Boston Celtics: Game preview
http://www.thestar.com/sports/raptors/2015/10/29/raptors-boston-celtics-game-preview.html
Raptors face four tough games this week
http://www.thestar.com/sports/raptors/2015/10/29/raptors-face-four-tough-games-this-week.html
ROCKETS:
Rockets’ Howard gets back to business against Warriors
Rockets vs. Warriors scouting report
http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2015/10/rockets-vs-warriors-scouting-report/
Rockets went small against Nuggets and might again
http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2015/10/rockets-went-small-against-nuggets-and-might-again/
Rockets say practice will make perfect
http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2015/10/rockets-say-practice-will-make-perfect/
Dwight Howard says he feels “great”
http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2015/10/dwight-howard-says-he-feels-great/
Jason Terry sends a message to his teammates
http://blog.chron.com/ultimaterockets/2015/10/jason-terry-sends-a-message-to-his-teammates/
SPURS:
Leonard’s challenge after season-opening explosion: Do it again
http://www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs/article/Leonard-s-challenge-after-season-opening-6598928.php
Nets at Spurs preview
http://www.expressnews.com/sports/spurs/article/Spurs-Nation-Nets-at-Spurs-preview-6598936.php
All-New AT&T Center Set For San Antonio Spurs Home Opener
http://www.nba.com/spurs/all-new-att-center-set-san-antonio-spurs-home-opener-oct.-3
SUNS:
Nash earned Suns Ring of Honor spot in so many ways
Phoenix Suns to honor Steve Nash by wearing socks with his face on them
THUNDER:
Billy Donovan returns to Orlando amid lukewarm buzz
http://newsok.com/billy-donovan-returns-to-orlando-amid-lukewarm-buzz/article/5456921
Dion Waiters more comfortable than ever as deadline approaches
Grading the Thunder’s season-opening win over San Antonio
TRAIL BLAZERS:
Trail Blazers’ transition defense shines against New Orleans
Trail Blazers’ Ed Davis is far from flashy, but has the makings of a fan favorite
For 4 Blazers at the end of the bench opening night shows the difference a year can make
http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2015/10/trail_blazers_tim_frazier.html – incart_river
What they’re saying about CJ McCollum, Trail Blazers
LaMarcus Aldridge, Nicolas Batum, other former Blazers struggle in NBA season openers
Trail Blazers vs. Suns: Game preview
WARRIORS:
Bogut out, so Ezeli braces for duel with Dwight Howard
Thompson, quiet in opener, hopes to make splash vs. Rockets
Robinson cut by Pelicans; another ex-Warrior to replace him?
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/robinson-cut-pelicans-another-ex-warrior-replace-him
Memo to media: No more Warriors-don’t-get-respect questions
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/memo-media-no-more-warriors-don’t-get-respect-questions
Forward-thinking Draymond sets money aside for technical’s
http://www.csnbayarea.com/warriors/forward-thinking-draymond-sets-money-aside-technicals
WIZARDS:
In Wizards’ opener, John Wall and Bradley Beal delivered as promised
John Wall in the Wizards’ new up-tempo system is a sight to behold
http://www.sbnation.com/nba/2015/10/29/9636536/john-wall-highlights-wizards-magic-statstics
Fan has Ramon Sessions’s back(side) after Wizards guard dives into the crowd
Wizards assistant Don Newman is wearing an eye patch
Peter Newmann is an analyst and writer who spent 10 years at ESPN, 8 as the NBA senior researcher working 24/7 on the league. He wrote game notes for crews, articles for ESPN.com, analysis for studio shows, and regularly assisted reporters and writers. Follow him on Twitter, and check out his Web site, www.peternewmann.com.