Welcome to the final Spin of 2012. Every morning, we summarize what happened in the real NBA, from the perspective of fantasy hoops. We also attempt to predict what might happen next. There are no X’s or O’s, just stats and categories. For ‘real’ analysis from basketball experts, be sure to read Chris Sheridan and our other great columnists. [Read more…]
The NBA has a superb Christmas present for basketball fans today. While the players, coaches and support staff for the ten teams involved might prefer to be at home with their families, and there’s grumbling from others who have to be there (media, arena personnel) it’s a fabulous 13-hour TV show for the rest of us. Enjoy! [Read more…]
Finally using their best lineup, the Lakers played Steve Nash (12 PTS, 9 AST) for 41 minutes and won in overtime. Nash will be sore today after his first game in eight weeks, but should be ready to spend Christmas Day in Manhattan. [Read more…]
What a night at Madison Square Garden. Out of nowhere in an injury-plagued season, Kirk Hinrich had 16 points, 9 rebounds and 8 assists, leading the Bulls to an impressive road win. [Read more…]
Defense took a holiday on Wednesday. We saw a 131-127 game (in regulation) and two other teams scored more than 120, which results in some tremendous individual performances. [Read more…]
Even when the Los Angeles Lakers win games, the drama just doesn’t seem to stop. [Read more…]
There’s another private league for Sheridan Hoops readers this Friday, December 21, with no entry fee and $300 in cash prizes — $100 to the winner. [Read more…]
