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10 Things Should Know BEFORE the NBA Playoffs...
By Marlon Benjamin 03/09/2010
The NBA second season is a little more than a month away but it is never too early to be on the lookout for potential playoff stories and surprises. Last season the Denver Nuggets and the Orlando Magic came out of nowhere to reach the Conference. Out of nowhere is an understatement. Denver was swept out of the playoffs in the 1st round prior to last season’s surprise and the Magic lost to the Pistons 4-1 in round 2 that same year. The Nuggets got Chauncey Billups in an early season trade to finally get Carmelo Anthony out of the 1st round of the playoffs after 5 years and a total of 4 playoff wins. Not series wins
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Celtics Are Done
By Ron Campbell 3/4/2010
Back in 2007 when Celtics general manager Danny Ainge traded for Ray Allen and Kevin Garnett, I knew their championship window would only be a few years. As a matter of fact I remember telling my brother and father their window to win a championship would only be open for about three years.
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Marlon Benjamin 2/23/2010
The NBA Trade deadline has passed and the Dallas Mavericks were the biggest winners getting two impact starters to improve their team defensively. The Mavs are 3-1 since acquiring Caron Butler and Brendan Haywood and appear poised to challenge the Lakers and the Nuggets for Western Conference supremacy. The once unbeatable Cavs traded for former All Star swingman Antawn Jamison in hopes strengthening their title hopes. They have taken several steps back however (0-2 when Jamison plays), and have their first 3 game losing streak in 2 years… on to the rankings.
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Breakdown of Cavaliers/Clipper/Wizard trade
By Ron Campbell 2/19/2010
Big time, three team, five player and draft pick trade on Wednesday as the Cleveland Cavaliers acquired Antawn Jamison and Sebastian Telfair, the Washington Wizards acquired Zydrunas Ilgauskas, Al Thornton and the Cavs first round draft pick and the Los Angeles Clippers acquired Drew Gooden.
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Breakdown Blazers/Clippers Trade
By Ron Campbell 2/18/2010
On Tuesday the Blazers and Clippers completed a trade that will send Marcus Camby to the Blazers in exchange for Steve Blake and Travis Outlaw. I like this trade for both teams, the Blazers add a
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Who is Denver's Best Player
By Ron Campbell 2/10/2010
Last Friday Night the Denver Nuggets walked into Staples Center without all-star forward Carmelo Anthony and beat the best team in the western conference the LA Lakers convincingly. Chauncey Billups led the Nuggets with
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Marlon Benjamin 2/9/2010
Congrats to the city of New Orleans for winning their first NFL Championship. The city of Ohio looks like they are preparing for their 1st NBA Championship. Lebron "the Don" James is going to repeat as league MVP and the Cavs are the front runners right now. Boston is old, L.A. is banged up and Orlando just doesn't get it... on to the rankings.
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Can the Hawks Soar
By Ron Campbell 2/9/2010
A few weeks ago the Atlanta Hawks completed a 4-0 season sweep against their rivals, the Boston Celtics, and with that victory many questions were raised. How good are the Hawks? Can they make it to the Eastern conference finals?
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Playoff Picture
By Marlon Benjamin 2/4/2010
The C's are looking older than the invention of the wheel, the Mamba does it again, Lebron has his Cavs rolling and Mr. Big Shot Billups is playing with a chip on his shoulder after being snubbed as an All Star Reserve. These are just a few of the recent headlines in the NBA. Now on to this weeks rankings.
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Marlon Benjamin 2/1/2010
The C's are looking older than the invention of the wheel, the Mamba does it again, Lebron has his Cavs rolling and Mr. Big Shot Billups is playing with a chip on his shoulder after being snubbed as an All Star Reserve. These are just a few of the recent headlines in the NBA. Now on to this weeks rankings.
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 1/25/2010
Kevin Garnett is back for the Celtics in his absence the Celtics relinquished the best record in the East to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The big question for the Cavs is, is this year's Cavs team good enough to get to the finals? Well in my opinion with the Celtics aging right before our eyes and the Magic shooting three pointers like they are going out of style I have to say I think the Cavs can definitely get there. Lets get into it:
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 1/18/2010
Gilbert Arenas pleaded guilty to felony gun possession in the District of Columbia Superior Court. Arenas apologized to the organization, fans and thanked law enforcement officials for handling the situation. Don't know when we will see Arenas again but I wouldn't bet on this season. Lets get to the rankings:
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 1/11/2010
Dwight Howard field goal attempts issue has been a bit exaggerated. Howard is actually leading the league in free throw attempts and with him making only 58.6% of his free throws, oppossing teams would rather have him make one then get an easy two.
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Zero to Hero back to Zero
By Harold 1/08/2010
Gilbert Arenas has let down his family, friends, and the Washington Wizards organization. His decision to bring unloaded firearms to the Verizon Center finally caught up to him on Wednesday as David Stern dropped the hammer by suspending him indefinitely
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 1/04/2010
Gilbert Arenas allegedly placed three firearms on a stool in front of teammate
Javaris Crittenton locker room and allegedly Javaris let it be known he has guns too. Arenas has tried to down play the incident via his Twitter account. Arenas has been tweeting all weekend long below are a few:
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Weekend Notes
By Marlon Benjamin 1/04/2010
Happy New Year (as if you all have not heard those 3 words til it makes your ears bleed). I spent most of my holiday weekend enjoying one of the great pleasures in life... SPORTS.
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Thoughts from Last Night...
By Marlon Benjamin 12/29/2009
Rajon Rondo had another monster game last night scoring 30 points and dishing out 15 assists but when the game was on the line he was once again outplayed by one of the better Western Conference guards. Last night Monta Ellis picked up where Baron Davis left off the night before scoring 37 points including two free throws with 2.3 seconds to clinch the 103 to 99 victory. I have been hearing some talk in the city of Boston that Rondo has become the Celtics best player. While I think Rondo is a terrific young performer, he is not the C's best player. As a matter of fact he is tied for third with Ray Allen. K.G. and the Truth are still the best two players.
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 12/28/2009
Christmas day brought a lot of surprises for NBA fans. The first was the Celtics getting a win versus the Magic. After beating the Celtics in Boston and with Paul Pierce missing in action, I thought the Celtics would lose but to my surprise, they were able to pull out the win. The Lakers versus the Cavs was another, I was surprised to see Kobe play so selfishly, he took 32 shots while Ron Artest and Pau Gasol took 11 shots each. The Blazers, who were missing half their roster to injury, defeated the Denver Nuggets behind Brandon Roy's 41 points. Roy was absolutely amazing on Christmas.
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 12/22/2009
The Lakers are back at the top of the rankings as Boston showed some weakness
losing to the 76ers at home after taking a 15 point lead. Kobe Bryant was
brilliant last week hitting the game winning shot against the Bucks in overtime
after missing the same exact shot at the end of regulation. He has a broken
finger on his shooting hand by the way. You can say many things about Kobe but
his desire to win basketball games at all costs is not one of them. Let’s get
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1/4 of the NBA Season Awards
By Harold 12/18/2009
One fourth of the NBA season is over so I think it is time to give out the 1/4 of the NBA Season Awards. Not to mention, all the other web-sites are doing it. So let’s get right into it.
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TOP TEN NBA STORIES OF 2009
By Ron Campbell 12/14/2009
On November 14, 2009, the NBA world took notice of rookie Brandon Jennings. In a game versus the Golden State Warriors, Brandon Jennings had a performance that had not been seen by a rookie in 41 years. Jennings scored 55 points after not even scoring in the first quarter of the game. The last time a rookie had such a game was 1968 when Earl "the Pearl" Monroe scored 58. Jennings is the youngest player to ever score 50 or more points in a game.
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 12/14/2009
The Lakers 10 game winning streak came to an end on Saturday as they were visibly rattled by the hostile Utah crowd but the loss is the least of the Lakers concern. Kobe Bryant broke his index finger on his shooting hand Friday night versus Minnesota. Kobe is tough but I don't know if he can play and be as effective with a broken finger on his shooting hand.
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LIVE BY THE 3 DIE BY THE 3
By Steis 12/11/2009
Charles Barkley thought long and hard last night when asked if the Orlando Magic were the best team in the East...finally he said yes they were...Kenny "The Jet" Smith was very disturbed by the response as was I...his reason was they have the deepest team in the league...then Kenny asked if
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END NBA FAN VOTING
By Ron Campbell 12/11/2009
We got our first peek at the NBA All-Star ballot yesterday as the NBA released the early vote tallies and as usual it was a complete disaster. I understand why the NBA has fan voting. It is a great way to engage fans; fans want to see their favorite players and overall it is a good public relations move for the NBA. The problem with
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The Spurs Great Regression
By Marlon Benjamin 12/10/2009
The San Antonio Spurs were supposed to be an elite team this season. Right now they are 1-5 on the road and have a worse record than the OKC Thunder. No disrespect to Kevin Durant's boys but that is FAR from elite. The off season was busy and on the surface seemed productive and full
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TheHoopsForum Mailbag
By Harold 12/08/2009
WastedStorm http://twitter.com/WastedStorm : What's going to happen to the Nets now..... Is there anybody out there that knows the answer.....can this season be saved?
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GAMES TO WATCH
By Ron Campbell 12/07/2009
MONDAY
Denver versus Philadelphia - Allen Iverson makes his return to Philadelphia and to play his former team the Nuggets. Wow!
Golden State vs.. Oklahoma City - This game promises to be a high-scoring, run and gun affair.
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LEBRON JAMES KING or COURT JESTER?
By Ron Campbell 12/07/2009
On Friday Night things got heated between Joakim Noah of the Chicago Bulls and Lebron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers. Noah appeared to take offense to Lebron dancing at various points throughout the Cavs 101 to 87 victory over the Bulls.
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 12/07/2009
Monday will mark the return of Allen Iverson, I for one am ecstatic. Hopefully Iverson will play a few more seasons in the NBA and these recent events with Memphis and retiring will just be a blip in his Hall of Fame career.
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Random Thoughts
By Marlon Benjamin 12/04/2009
From all indications, the greatest Golfer ever got caught up in the game of life. Just because you get married, have kids or have more money in the bank than over 50 countries in the world, it does not make you impervious to temptation. Tiger is one the most recognizable human beings on the planet, an icon in his sport and regardless of his personal preference a role model
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Blame It On The Henny
By Harold 12/04/2009
Once again Ron Artest has found a new way to make headlines. In a recent
interview with The Sporting News, Artest claimed to have drank Hennessey during
halftime of games while he was playing for the Chicago Bulls. This statement is
just another sad attempt at seeking attention. Back in High School we had a
saying for when somebody was telling a story that was either way to over the top
or just too perfect. The saying was "I'll let you tell it"
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Will They Even Win One Game?
By Marlon Benjamin 12/04/2009
The New Jersey Nets lost for the 18th straight time to open the season setting an infamous NBA record. On Wednesday, they played the Dallas Mavericks who were led by PG Jason Kidd who previously led the once proud Nets to back to back Finals appearances earlier in the decade. Dallas shot 81% from the field in the first half of the game and you do not need a Doctorate in betting on NBA basketball odds to know that if
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CAN IVERSON AND THE 76ERS WORK
By Ron Campbell 12/01/2009
A homecoming is on the horizon in Philadelphia. The 76ers have offered former franchise player Allen Iverson a one-year non-guaranteed contract and Iverson who played 10 seasons with the Sixers is expected to accept the offer as early as today. So the big question is will this reunion work out. I for one think it will and for the following reasons:
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Marlon Benjamin 12/01/2009
The Indianapolis Colts are 11-0 in the NFL and have a legit chance of being a perfect 16-0 heading into the playoffs. Not to get carried away or anything but would anyone be surprised if the Lakers finished the season 79 and 3. Yeah that is forcing it a bit but a healthy Lakers squad is pretty good and the losses will be few and far between. On to the rankings...
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Grading the Sophomores
By Ron Campbell 11/25/2009
Remember the 2008 draft? Many analysts and bloggers were calling it one of the most talented and deepest draft classes of all time due to the amount of high-schoolers being restricted from entering the NBA draft. Well that draft class is in their second season and I thought it was time to evaluate the first rounders and their performance thus far this season. Some guys I couldn't evaluate due to lack of playing time so I gave those players an incomplete which really isn't a ringing endorsement. Lets get to it shall we:
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 11/23/2009
Two weeks ago I put the Phoenix Suns at number one in the power rankings after defeating the Celtics at Boston. Last week, I put the Atlanta Hawks number one after defeating the Celtics in Boston. This past Friday the Magic defeated the Celtics at home and I have come to terms with the fact that the Celtics aren't who I thought they were.
Brandon Jennings is getting a lot of credit for the Bucks start but lets not forget Scott Skiles, he is doing a terrific coaching job.
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Top 10 NBA Point Guards
By Harold 11/20/2009
In this past year’s NBA Draft the league got another handful of talented young point guards that are making an immediate impact on their respective teams. Brandon Jennings, Johnny Flynn and Tyreke Evans are some of the names you are going to hear for years to come as they attempt to take their teams to the promise land. Some of the veterans are showing they still got it and that they are not planning on going anywhere any time soon, namely Steve Nash and Jason Kidd.
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The GM Can Stay, But Lose The Coach
By Marlon Benjamin 11/19/2009
I do not believe in curses but something has definitely not been "right" in L.A. Clipper’s history as an organization. But let us not get into the abysmal past just yet; let us discuss the here and now. The Clippers have a talented enough roster, albeit banged up right now missing two key players even before Marcus Camby went down last night, to be in serious contention for one of the final two playoff spots in the Western Conference.
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TOP 5 DUNKS OF THE SEASON
By Ron Campbell 11/19/2009
5. Carmelo Anthony dunks overs Paul Milsap
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Duncan’s Decade
By Trevor Zickgraf 11/18/2009
Over the next few months, several debates will start in every major sport (many already have) over what was the team of the decade, who the player of the decade was, etc. For the last decade the two most dominant players in the NBA have been Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan. In terms of statistics, accolades and titles (Sorry KG), Duncan and Kobe have
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No More Crap
By Steis 11/17/2009
It’s November 17th 2009 ya'll… what a year so far… despite the recent economic struggles of this country (that everyone and their grandmother is facing) I feel great… I’ve been finding a way to stabilize my finances by working a lot harder than normal…it’s what you have to do in these times… but we are human beings and when it’s all work and no play it can cause the body to crave for some “fun”… normally for me “fun” might include blowing some paper in a night club
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TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 11/16/2009
A lot of crazy and unexpected things happened in the NBA this past week: Bryon Scott was fired, Lakers beat the Suns then the Nuggets and Rockets both beat the Lakers; the Hawks and Pacers both beat the Celtics; Sacramento has now won four in a row without Kevin Martin; Brandon Jennings all but took home the NBA Rookie of the Year trophy scoring 55 points in a win against the Warriors on Saturday night. The big question is with all the top teams taking a loss who is number one this week? Let’s take a look more...
Caron Butler Interview Part II
By Harold 11/16/2009
H: If you were not a professional basketball player what would Caron Butler be doing?
CB: I would have to say working somewhere like a group home or recreational center. You know working with kids, helping kids and sharing my story. Just trying to be a pillar in the community. more...
Caron Butler Interview
By Harold 11/13/2009
The Hip Hop culture can be found in many places influencing many people. Racine, Wisconsin is one of those places and Washington Wizard All Star forward Caron Butler is one of those people. Growing up in Racine was anything but easy for Caron Butler but amid all the success, Butler has not forgotten where he came from. Butler is a pillar in his community; so much so that June 8th has been named Caron Butler day in his hometown. As the 2009-2010 season continues, expectations are higher then ever for the Wizards. more...
Tyler Hansbrough Disrespected
By Ron Campbell 11/12/2009
Tyler Hansbrough a.k.a Psycho T was a terrific player at the University of North
Carolina. His list of accomplishments at UNC is extensive to say the least;
National player of the year, ACC player of the year, four time all ACC first
team selection, national champion etc. Tyler is UNC's all time leading scorer a
school that produced countless NBA players including Rasheed Wallace, Vince
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WARRIORS DANCING WITH WOLVES
By Ron Campbell 11/10/2009
The Warriors suffered an embarrassing losses to the Clippers and Kings this past weekend but on Monday they took out their frustrations against the wolves scoring an NBA season high 146 points. The Warriors were led by Kelenna Azubuike 31 points and Stephen Jackson’s 15 assists. The loss marked the Wolves seventh straight loss. more...
TheHoopsForum NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 11/9/2009
Before we get started I would like to state my feelings on the Allen Iverson situation. Allen Iverson is one of the better players of this generation. What he was able to accomplish for his size and stature is nothing short of amazing and the NBA may never see another player like him ever again. For years we heard Iverson wasn't going to last & his body will break down but it never happened. more...
Brandon Roy is Overrated
By Harold 11/5/2009
I know this will not please many people in the Portland, Oregon area and it will not please many casual fans who like to think they have the NBA all figured out but I’m going come right out and say it, Brandon Roy is overrated. YEAH I SAID IT! more...
What a Difference a Night Makes...
By Marlon Benjamin 11/5/2009
It was a wild 24 hours for some teams... Dallas forward Dirk Nowitzki had a 4th quarter for the ages leading his team to a comeback victory at home against the Utah Jazz. A day later he fouls out scoring just 12 points on 4-15 shooting in an overtime loss to the New Orleans Pauls. Despite this stink bomb, Dirk Nowitzki is among the best players in the game today. more...
What I Saw
By Marlon Benjamin 11/4/2009
Dirk Nowitzki scored a franchise record 29 of his season high 40 points in the 4th quarter as Dallas beat Utah 86 - 85 in Dallas. Utah is so terrible on the road they could not even hold down the 15 point lead they had going into the 4th quarter. more...
Knicks Swat Hornets
By Ron Campbell 11/3/2009
Last week Chris Duhon had some harsh words for his teammates following a double over time loss to the Charlotte Bobcats. Last night, it appeared as though his teammates got the message. The Knicks played a great game last night. more...
NBA Power Rankings
By Ron Campbell 11/2/2009
There are a lot of surprises to start this NBA season. Carmelo Anthony has picked up right where he left off last year pouring in points in dominating fashion. Brandon Jennings has emerged as the very early rookie of the year candidate. The Celtics are stronger then we all imagined, their bench is unbelievably strong and the big three don't appear to be slowing down at all. Let’s get right into it:
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Last Night's Recap
By Marlon Benjaman 10/30/2009
Tim Duncan led the San Antonio Spurs with 28 points and 16 rebounds. No other starter had more than 9 points and the rest of the four starters combined for 12 rebounds; that is NOT going to get it done. Loul Deng’s 17 points led 6 Bulls in double figures and Derrick Rose showed Tony Parker why he is quickly climbing up the PG ranks going for 13 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists.
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It's A Long Season
By Marlon Benjaman 10/29/2009
The "mighty" Cats scored a franchise low 59 points in a loss last night to the Boston Celtics. Gerald Wallace was the only player in double figures for Charlotte and he had just 10. They will not play a World Champion every night but if this is a sign of things to come this season, head coach Larry Brown may not have any hair in his hair piece by Thanksgiving.
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NBA Action
By Marlon Benjaman 10/28/2009
The 2010 NBA season is HERE!!! Die hard hoop fans across the world will be tuning in too watch the finest athletes on the planet play the best game ever created. Here is who I think will walk away with some hardware at the end of the season...
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Last Night's Recap
By Ron Campbell 10/28/2009
The Cavs came out strong but once they had to go to the bench, Boston took the lead and never looked back. Boston's bench was the difference outscoring Cleveland's bench 26 to 10. Before the game I tweeted whoever wins the battle on the boards will win the game. Boston out rebounded Cleveland
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RANDOM NBA THOUGHTS
By Harold 10/27/2009
With the NBA season just a few hours away, I want to share some random thoughts I have, about a couple of things I have observed.
I stumbled across an Orlando Magic pre-season game against Chicago Bulls about a week ago and was really impressed by the play of Ryan Anderson. He finished the game with 18 points, including going 4-7 from behind the three point line. It will probably be a good thing if Russian tycoon
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Purple Ninja’s Movie Fan Blog Vol II
By Purple Ninja 10/27/2009
Today I feel like talking about really, really gross movies. I mean REALLY gross…
Ichi The Killer is directed by Takashi Miike, who has generously provided us with such awesome movies as Hostel, Audition and the unbelievably twisted Visitor Q. Now I grew up watching horror movies but this movie has so much blood and gore in it
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KEVIN GARNETT KOOL-AID
By Ron Campbell 10/26/2009
Being a sports fan is one of the greatest feelings in the world. Following your favorite team can bring out tons of emotions such as elation, sadness, despair and heart break but when does our love for a sport or a player go too far? When has a line been crossed? When do we as fans let our emotions get the best of us? This past Friday Zach Lowe of
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Misrepresentation of Isiah Thomas
By Harold 10/23/2009
For decades now we have heard tons of negative reports regarding Isiah Thomas the basketball player, Isiah Thomas the league owner, Isiah Thomas the general manager, Isiah Thomas the coach and now Isiah Thomas the friend. Isiah has been excused of organizing the freeze out of Michael Jordan in the 1985 All-Star game. It has been said he was the ring leader of the infamous Detroit Pistons Bad Boys of the 80s, a team known for its excessive physical and dirty play. He was blamed for bankrupting the CBA and stock piling inadequate and inferior talent as GM of the New York Knicks.
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Purple Ninja’s Movie Fan Blog
By Purple Ninja 10/23/2009
Ok in the past two weeks I’ve been to the movie theater 3 times…I traveled far to the North to see Paranormal Activity. Then right next door to see both Couples Retreat and Law Abiding Citizen. Here is what I think of all three…..
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Kevin Garnett Exposed
By Ron Campbell 10/22/2009
For sometime now mainstream sports media (haha I sound like Fox News) has had a love affair with Kevin Garnett and frankly I am not sure why. Granted Kevin Garnett is a terrific basketball player. Garnett gives 100% every time he steps on the floor and his defensive abilities helped lead the Celtics to banner No. 17 but in my opinion Garnett is not who everyone thinks he is.
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The Four Horseman - The NBA Elite
By Marlon Benjamin 10/21/2009
In the NBA there are 4 ELITE players that stand head & shoulders above the rest. NO disrespect to the Legends of the game; Shaq, Duncan & K.G., NO disrespect to the 1st ballot Hall of Famers, Paul Pierce, Dirk Nowitzki & Jason Kidd and finally NO disrespect to the young studs Dwight Howard, Kevin Durant and Deron Williams.
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It’s Just Pre-Season… BUT
By Marlon Benjamin 10/19/2009
Before I begin with round ball… yesterday I tuned into the New England Patriots vs. Tennessee Titans football game. The score was 10-0 at the end of the 1st quarter in a driving snowstorm. At the END of the second quarter the score was 45-0. Yes that is NOT a typo 45-0. Tom Brady threw for a league record 5 touchdown passes in the 2nd quarter and finished the game with the same total he had through the 1st 5 games of the season… 6. The final score was 59-0 and believe me when I tell you it was not even that close. Realistically if the Patriots wanted to score 90 points
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West Coast Preview
By Ron Campbell 10/14/2009
1. L.A. LAKERS - As much as I love the Boston Celtics, I don't see a Phil Jackson team being denied back to back championships. The subtraction of Trevor Ariza won't hurt the Lakers as much as some might feel. You can say a lot of negative things about Ron Artest but one thing you can't say is that he is not a team player and he does not desperately wants to win a chip.
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East Coast Preview
By Ron Campbell 10/13/2009
The NBA season starts in 14 days and its time for me to tell you exactly how the east will finish come April. The East will be a three team race, just like last season, between Boston, Cleveland and Orlando. Each of the top teams has made significant moves to improve their rosters and chances at home court advantage. Wednesday we will take a look at the West coast. Let’s get started.
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Week in Review
By Harold 10/09/2009
It has been a wild week in Cleveland starting with the altercation outside a downtown night club between pro football thug, wide receiver Braylon Edwards and LeBron James's mild mannered friend Edward Givens. The two apparently got into a verbal argument prior to Braylon Edwards violently assaulting Givens. LeBron was not pleased at all and quickly made a public statement calling Braylon Edwards’s actions childish.
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A Cleveland Tale…
By Marlon Benjamin 10/07/2009
The characters are similar, Shaq is JoJo the Whale, Brady Quinn is Eddie Mush and Grady Sizemore is Jimmy Whispers and the town “law” is no different. When a young brash local tried to put his foot down and lay any claim in this town he was not aware of what he was getting himself into. But he should have been. After all he resided in the town for the previous 4 years.
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Warriors Come Out and Play
By Marlon Benjamin 10/06/2009
Prior to the start of training camp Stephan Jackson stated that he wanted to be traded. He wants to contend for a championship and knows with the youth movement the Warriors are on, that possibility is not a reality in the near future.
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On the Rise.... the OKC Thunder
By Marlon Benjamin 10/02/2009
The OKC Thunder will look to make big strides this season... from also rans to playoff participants.
Russell Westbrook had just finished another dominant Summer League showing and the murmurs in the stands of Orlando were... this kid can be great. Granted it was JUST summer league but the kid can play. Not just good but in the Deron and Paul convo, watch out.
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NBA Blog: Training Camp = First Day of School
By Marlon Benjamin 9/30/2009
The excitement, trepidation, anticipation of a child's' first day of school is sure to resonate in over 30 cities as the NBA gets back into the swing of things after more than a 3 month layoff. Summer vacation is over and it is time to get back to it. Vince Carter is in Orlando, Zach Randolph is in Memphis & Rasheed Wallace is in Boston. These veterans are no strangers to the training camp routine but even they have to have some butterflies as they meet their new teammates and coaches and as they prepare to adjust to new roles. Rookies Tyreke Evans of Sacramento and Johnny Flynn of Minnesota will be asked to play major roles on their teams this season.
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TOP 10 BY POSITION
By Ron Campbell 9/29/2009
1. Chris Paul - Paul is the closest thing to Isiah Thomas the league as seen since well Isiah Thomas. CP3 controls a basketball game from the top of the key always making the right play.
2. Deron Williams - Deron was second only to Chris Paul in assists this past season, Williams size advantage over Paul would make some feel that Williams is the superior guard.
3. Tony Parker - With three championships and a finals MVP on his resume it is easy to forget Parker is only 27 years old. Parker posted career highs in scoring 22.2ppg and assists with 6.9ppg.
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Top 10 Reasons Lamar Odom & Khloe Kardashian Should and Shouldn't Get Married
By The HoopsForum 9/23/2009
SHOULD
1. Lamar can name their first daughter Kandi
2. Lamar will now star on Kourtney, Khloe & Lamar Take Miami
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DELONTE WEST RIDIN DIRTY
By Ron Campbell 9/21/2009
Delonte West was pulled over and arrested last Thursday for having two handguns and a shotgun in a guitar case. Normally I would go on and on about how stupid he and other professional athletes are who get caught riding dirty, I would probably also compare him to Plaxico Burress and T.I. who are both currently incarcerated for gun possession but not this time.
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Reaction - A.I. to Memphis
By Marlon Benjamin 9/14/2009
On 9 cubed (09/09/09 for those that ain’t up on their trig ...) Allen Iverson announced, via Twitter, he would accept Memphis’s 1 year offer and become a Grizzly. Hardly "breaking" news for a 1st ballot Hall of Famer but significant enough on the NBA off-season landscape.
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NBA Finals Preview
By Harold 9/11/2009
It is never too early for an NBA Finals preview, not to mention I can’t think of anything else to write about. Only five teams have a real shot at the NBA Championship this year. The defending champion Los Angeles Lakers, Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers, San Antonio Spurs and the Orlando Magic. Any one of these teams can win it, but barring injury, I have to go with another Phil Jackson repeat. Here are my reasons why.
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NFL Season Preview …
by Marlon Benjamin 09/09/09
The 2009 NFL season is upon us. Tom Terrific and Mike Vick are back … Plexico Burress and Tony Dungy are gone and Brett Favre does not want to leave. The Super Bowl Champion Pittsburg Steelers return 85% of their team & are coming back to defend their title with 2 Super Bowl MVP WR’s leading the way.more...
NBA Q&A WEST COAST EDITION
by Ron Campbell 09/04/09
Lets get right into it shall we:
GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS
Question: Will this be the final season of the Nellie ball system?
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NBA Q&A EAST COAST EDITION
by Ron Campbell 09/03/09
Every team in the NBA is facing questions going into the season. I have decided to tackle one question from each team in this two-part blog. Let’s start with the East and Friday we will take a look at West.more...
AROUND THE NBA
by Ron Campbell 8/27/2009
It looks like Allen Iverson is close to signing with the Memphis Grizzlies. Naturally I don't like this fit for Allen Iverson because OJ Mayo is there. I don't think Iverson will be a bad influence on Mayo as a matter of fact I think the move will only bring the best out of both players. What I do find disappointing is that Allen Iverson won't have a realistic chance of winning a championship. A player of Iverson's caliber should have had his choice of contenders to play with at this stage of his career. I have to go back to Detroit and put the blame on Joe Dumars and Michael Curry. more...
SLICK RICK PITINO
by Marlon Benjamin 8/17/2009
Rick Pitino's lawyer came out earlier last week admitting the Louisville
coach gave one Mrs. Karen Cunigan Sypher (who is now married and soon to
be divorced to the teams Equipment Manager none the less) $3,000.00 to
cover health expenses brought forth by an affair the two engaged in. That
payment is now known as the stimulus allegedly to bank roll an abortion
as the then Ms. Cunigan had become pregnant with a child fathered by
Pitino more...
LARRY BIRD vs. TIM DUNCAN
by Harold 8/14/2009
I recently got into a debate on twitter regarding who was the better player
Larry Bird or Tim Duncan. I personally feel it is not even up for discussion;
Larry Bird was by far the better player. The individual I got into the
discussion with insisted Tim Duncan was the better player. I'm still a little
shell shocked that someone would even question it, in my opinion Larry Bird,
Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan will forever be more...
NBA Rumors
by Ron Campbell 8/12/2009
A banner was flown around southern California warning Reggie Miller to stay away from married women. Apparently Miller coveted his neighbors fiancé, which is not cool not cool at all. Reggie's neighbor said when he confronted Reggie about overtures for his fiancé Reggie told him that he had friends with guns. Seriously Reggie Miller you’re a gangster now? Who do you think you are OJ Simpson? more...
You Made the Playoffs … Now What?
by Marlon Benjamin 8/10/2009
Making the playoffs one year does not guarantee that your team will be in the hunt for an NBA title the following season … or any subsequent season for that matter. A lot of NBA fans let their hopes and aspirations get the best of them when it comes to rationally analyzing their favorite teams and players. more...
Five Reasons Rashad Lewis "Inadvertantly" Took a Performance Enhancing Drug ...
By Zoo 8/6/2009
5. He saw Dwight Howard's superman "cape" one day in the Magic locker room and decided to upgrade himself.
4. He was recruited to be Bill Clintons "muscle" during foreign affair trips and thought he was not up to snuff.
3. He needed a pick-me-up after a few subpar performances as told by Karinne Stephans.
2. Received memo from David Ortiz that the eggnog sent last Christmas might be a lil "strong".
1. Was recently pulled over by police in Cambridge, Ma and said enough is enough ... next time its on!!!
The Last Stand - Deciding the Decades Finest
By Ron Campbell 8/3/2009
With the NBA’s 2009-2010 season approaching, it is time to start considering which NBA players dominated the last 10 years and who was the best player of the decade. In the 1980's Magic Johnson and his showtime Lakers ruled the decade with Larry Bird’s Celtics and Isiah Thomas’s Pistons also providing stiff competition. Many will argue that Larry Bird or Magic were the best players in the 1980's but there is no denying Michael Jordan, who owned the 90's winning six NBA championships and 5 MVP’s more...
Around the NBA and the World
By Harold 7/31/2009
It has been a very busy NBA summer, some teams got better, some teams got significantly worse and some teams made moves that may appear good, but I will explain why it is bad. I am also going to discuss the Professor Gates case. You know, the Harvard professor that was arrested. I’m going to break it all down for you.. more...
Rise and Fall of Antoine Walker
By Ron Campbell 7/30/2009
I am from Boston, Massachusetts and I started following basketball heavily in the late 80's when the reign of Boston's original big three was slowly coming to an end. The Larry Bird I knew was super slow, was riddled with back problems but was still easily one of the best basketball players I was ever privileged enough to watch. more...
Okafor for Chandler ... huh?
By Marlon Benjamin 7/29/2009
Talk about a backward lateral move ... At this stage of their careers the only thing these two players
have in common is the fact they are both 26 years oldmore...
Players to Watch
By Ron Campbell 7/27/2009
There are a few guys that I am going to pay close attention to this season, these guys have been on
the cusp of NBA stardom but there are still a few questions that surround these individuals,
let’s take a lookmore...
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