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Phil Jackson Says He’d Pick Bill Russell Over Michael Jordan

Phil Jackson Says He’d Pick Bill Russell Over Michael Jordan

Well this is awkward. Phil Jackson and Michael Jordan are tight. Really tight. Jackson has already sang his praises over that of Kobe Bryant. And why wouldn’t he? Jordan and Jackson won six championships together. His Airness is the greatest of all-time. Jackson wouldn’t trade him for anyone. Or so we thought. Speaking with Time [...]

May 24, 2013 admin Blogs 0

Dwight Howard Considering Golden State Warriors?

Dwight Howard Considering Golden State Warriors?

The Golden State Warriors continue to make an impression. Stephen Curry and his band of supposed misfits shocked the NBA sphere when they upset the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the playoffs and pushed the San Antonio Spurs to six games in the second. They now have our attention. And Dwight Howard’s too, [...]

May 23, 2013 admin Blogs 0

LeBron James Won’t Pull a Carmelo Anthony Against Roy Hibbert

LeBron James Won’t Pull a Carmelo Anthony Against Roy Hibbert

LeBron James doesn’t intend to feel Carmelo Anthony’s pain. The Chosen One saw Hibbert’s block on ‘Melo. He understood how impressive it was and what it meant. Everyone did. ‘Melo and his New York Knicks had the momentum. Hibbert’s block swayed that momentum back in the Indiana Pacers’ favor. It’s not a stretch to say [...]

May 22, 2013 admin Blogs 4

Phil Jackson Won’t Coach Clippers Because It’s ‘Creepy’

Phil Jackson Won’t Coach Clippers Because It’s ‘Creepy’

Phil Jackson won’t be coaching the Los Angeles Clippers because, well, that would be creepy. The Clippers agreed to part ways with head coach Vinny Del Negro—whose contract was up—on Tuesday, paving the way for them to hire anyone they wanted—so long as Donald Sterling was willing to actually pay them and Chris Paul approved. [...]

May 22, 2013 admin Blogs 6

Dwight Howard Not Happy with Mike D’Antoni

Dwight Howard Not Happy with Mike D’Antoni

To no one’s surprise, Dwight Howard isn’t happy. Superman is often found smirking and joking around, but he’s not genuinely happy. Not with the Los Angeles Lakers, specifically Mike D’Antoni. According to Dave McMenamin of ESPNLosAngeles.com, Howard’s exit interview with general manager Mitch Kupchak comprised of him expressing extreme dissatisfaction with D’Antoni and all he [...]

May 21, 2013 admin Blogs 2

Carmelo Anthony Wants J.R. Smith Back With Knicks

Carmelo Anthony Wants J.R. Smith Back With Knicks

Carmelo Anthony doesn’t want J.R. Smith to go anywhere. The NBA’s reigning Sixth Man of the Year is likely to opt out of the second year of his contract to explore unrestricted free agency. He’s made it clear he wants to remain with the New York Knicks, but there’s no telling what the offseason could [...]

May 21, 2013 admin Blogs 2

Knicks’ Carmelo Anthony May Need Knee Surgery

Knicks’ Carmelo Anthony May Need Knee Surgery

There is some good news for the New York Knicks. Carmelo Anthony, who had his knee drained during the regular season, will not require knee surgery over the offseason. For the Knicks, who have no cap flexibility and an aging roster, that’s huge. They can’t afford having ‘Melo go under the knife. Not after falling [...]

May 20, 2013 admin Blogs 0

Dwight Howard Could Spurn Lakers for Rockets

Dwight Howard Could Spurn Lakers for Rockets

Dwight Howard is in no rush. Though the Los Angeles Lakers undoubtedly hope that Howard would make a decision about his future without taking too much time, the big man reportedly has no intention of expediting the process. He’s prepared to do his due diligence and take his time. And his “due diligence” will include [...]

May 20, 2013 admin Blogs 7

Is Dwight Howard Still Interested in Brooklyn Nets?

Is Dwight Howard Still Interested in Brooklyn Nets?

This just won’t go away. No matter what the numbers or sheer logic say, the Dwight Howard to Brooklyn Nets rumors just won’t subside. At all. Brooklyn was Howard’s preferred destination of choice when he was with the Orlando Magic, but when the two sides were unable to strike an accord, Dwight ended up with [...]

May 17, 2013 admin Blogs 2

Stan Van Gundy Unsure if Dwight Howard Would Play for Him

Stan Van Gundy Unsure if Dwight Howard Would Play for Him

Can you honestly say you’re surprised? The Atlanta Hawks are reportedly after Stan Van Gundy to be their next head coach in hopes that his presence will give them a shot at signing free-agent superstar Dwight Howard. Though the Los Angeles Lakers remain the favorite to retain the NBA’s best center, he is also considered [...]

May 16, 2013 admin Blogs 3