James Harden finished 2nd in MVP voting last season and was the rock for a Rockets roster decimated by injury. Harden handled the ball, created his own shot and opportunities for others. [Read more…]
The value of James Harden
The importance of a fast start
In the NBA, a fast start is essential for a playoff run. Over the last 10 seasons, I looked at the 300 team seasons and how a team’s record over its first 10 games is correlated to its chances of making the postseason. Does how you start impact how you finish? [Read more…]
Khris Middleton is sneaky good
Khris Middleton received a 5-year, $70 million extension this offseason from the Bucks. He isn’t heralded as a star, has never been an All-Star and was even traded once. And he just turned 24. [Read more…]
Breaking down Stephen Curry’s shooting prowess
It’s been said that Stephen Curry is the best shooter of all-time. He set the NBA record with 286 made three-pointers last season, leading the league in made three-pointers for the third straight season. [Read more…]
Oscar Robertson: What You Need To Know
On this date in 1960, Oscar Robertson made his NBA debut for the Cincinnati Royals. Here are some eye-opening things you probably didn’t know about him: [Read more…]
The inconsistent season of Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant is entering uncharted territory this season. It will be his 20th NBA season, the most for any guard in league history. He is currently tied with John Stockton and Jason Kidd with 19 seasons. Bryant played in 35 games last season and, to put it mildly, it was a struggle. Before a third straight season-ending injury (shoulder), Bryant was wildly inconsistent. [Read more…]
Bill Russell Breaks NBA Head Coaching Color Barrier (Oct. 15, 1966)
The NBA’s color barrier was broken in 1950. Chuck Cooper became the first black player ever drafted and Earl Lloyd was the first black player ever to play in a game. Bill Russell became the NBA’s first black head coach when he was designated player-coach of the Celtics following Red Auerbach’s retirement in 1966. [Read more…]
Putting LeBron James in Perspective
LeBron James has been in the NBA for 12 seasons. He’s won 2 NBA titles and 4 MVPs. He has made 11 All-Star games in 12 seasons. He’s been to 6 NBA Finals (2-4 record) and won the Finals MVP award twice. [Read more…]
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