The 2014-15 NBA regular season continued on Tuesday, February 10 with a slate of five games. There was no shortage of memorable action as stars and contenders shined bright. Here’s how it all transpired. [Read more…]
The NBA All-Star break is nearly upon us, which means the trade deadline, February 19th, is soon approaching also. That has many teams either making moves or looking to make moves. The most active team on Tuesday: The Minnesota Timberwolves. It started this morning with Timberwolves part-owner, president and head coach Flip Saunders striking a deal with the Charlotte Bobcats. [Read more…]
The Charlotte Hornets got much-needed point guard depth on Tuesday in their quest for an Eastern Conference playoff spot by acquiring veteran Mo Williams from Minnesota in exchange for shooting guard Gary Neal and a 2019 2nd round pick. Charlotte can now start Williams at the point with Kemba Walker still out after undergoing knee surgery, and avoid using the much-maligned Lance Stephenson at the position. “Mo Williams is a proven NBA player who gives us additional versatility and depth in the backcourt, both
NEW YORK – Draymond Green picked the best time to have a breakout season – his contract year. Several general managers and executives, who spoke to SheridanHoops on the condition of anonymity, pegged Green’s value between $10-14 million per year as an unrestricted free agent this summer. After leading Golden State to the team’s 40th victory against New York on Saturday, Green discussed his breakout season and upcoming free agency with SheridanHoops. [Read more…]
The 2014-15 NBA regular season continued on Monday, February 9 with a slate of nine games. A legendary coach added another incredible feat to his resume, while the game’s best active scorer put on yet another unforgettable performance. Here’s how it all transpired. [Read more…]
In honor of the NBA All-Star Game in New York City this coming weekend, the NBA has released what they’re calling the “History of NYC Hoops” map. It is a collection of nearly every notable or iconic basketball figure to come out of New York on the map that includes, photos, highlights, and descriptions of the biggest and best from the Big Apple. [Read more…]
After the Washington Wizards ended a season-high five-game losing streak Saturday with a 37-point victory over the Brooklyn Nets, Marcin Gortat wasn’t quite ready to declare that their earth was back on its axis. “At the end of the day, it was Brooklyn, so we can’t get really excited,” he said. There’s nothing like perspective. And Gortat is right: One win against a plodding, tired team is nothing to get excited about. What the Wizards should be is concerned. Prior to the win
The 2014-15 NBA regular season continued on Friday, February 6. With no hyperbole necessary, it was one of the most awe-inspiring evenings of the year. Here’s how it all transpired. 1. In what can only be described as an instant classic, Anthony Davis sank the game-winning 3-point field goal at the buzzer to lead the New Orleans Pelicans past the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-113. Davis finished with 41 points, 10 rebounds, three assists and two blocks, and Tyreke Evans posted 22 points, 16