When news broke that the city of Seattle would possibly be getting an NBA team, the basketball community rejoiced because of quickly the team was taken from them, and the success that OKC has enjoyed. But lost in the excitement was the fact that in order for Seattle to gain a team, Sacramento has to [...]
January 16, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
Deron Williams’ struggles so far this year have been well-chronicled. He wasn’t fond of the style of offense implemented by Avery Johnson, so Johnson was eventually fired coincidentally (or not). Enter P.J. Carlesimo. Luckly for P.J., Deron is a fan of what he’s done so far. But that in a moment of humility and honesty, Deron [...]
January 15, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
Break up the Wizards! Don’t look now, but Washington has won 3 straight games since John Wall has returned. Also, rookie Brad Beal has been playing better too. But this may not be the backcourt of the future for the Wiz. Is Beal being offered for Rudy Gay? Wizards rookie guard Bradley Beal has not [...]
January 15, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
Even though he’s only in his second season, Kyrie Irving may be in the conversation for the best PG in the game. He’s silky smooth with the ball and has already proven to be clutch. His coach, Byron Scott wants Irving to capitalize on his talents by working out with the very best: Chris Paul. [...]
January 14, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
As usual, the San Antonio Spurs are flying under the radar. They are again one of the best teams in the NBA that no one is paying attention to. But I’m sure Popovich likes it that way. What he won’t like is being with the services of Manu Ginobili for about two weeks. The Spurs [...]
January 14, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
It’s no secret that the Lakers are going through their problems and they have the whole basketball world talking about (and laughing at) them. But do they compare to what the Miami Heat went through the first year LeBron James and Chris Bosh came to town? LeBron and Wade don’t seem to think so. And [...]
January 12, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
Early on in the season, Deron Williams was somewhat critical of the coaching style used by Avery Johnson. We all know how that ended: Johnson was fired a few after Williams voiced his concerns. But good thing for P.J. Carlesimo that Williams is on his side so far. He’s been great for us so far, [...]
January 11, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
It’s officially panic-time in L.A. for the Lakers. A few weeks ago, they put together a streak of about 5 wins in a row, but it’s been downhill since then. And with injuries to Dwight and Pau, it’s not a certainty they’ll make the playoffs. But team executive Jim Buss isn’t worried. “I don’t know [...]
January 11, 2013
Anou Enright
Rumors
The front court struggles of the Miami Heat has been well chronicled. They got by last year, but have teams figured them out yet? If so, will Greg Oden help? Nearly a year removed from his latest knee surgery, former No. 1 overall pick Greg Oden has decided to resume his playing career but is [...]
January 10, 2013
Anou Enright
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It’s still unfortunate that Tracy McGrady has to play in China, but nothing lasts forever. He is a rockstar over there, but that doesn’t mean he can get away with just anything. Especially now criticizing officials. CBA suspended Tracy McGrady one game for criticinzing officiating on his Weibo account after the game. The [chief referee] [...]
January 10, 2013
Anou Enright
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