0 comments by Jon Wolf on 4/6/2015
Before two MVP candidates in James Harden and Russell Westbrook matched up Sunday afternoon, Grantland’s Bill Simmons had a lot on his mind about the Thunder trading away James Harden. .
HOUSTON, TX – FEBRUARY 23: James Harden #13 of the Houston Rockets defends against Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during their game at the Toyota Center on February 23, 2015 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Halleran/Getty Images)
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 4/1/2015
The regular season is in its last couple of weeks, which means it’s award season. It’s a tight race for many of the awards this year, but one of the handouts might be close for the wrong reason. The Rookie of the Year, who will win it? It took me awhile to figure out who […]
CLEVELAND, OH – FEBRUARY 8: Kevin Love #0 of the Cleveland Cavaliers shots over Ryan Kelly #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half at Quicken Loans Arena on February 8, 2015 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jason Miller/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Kevin Love
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 3/25/2015
The hottest topic on every sports show the past few days has been Kevin Love and his views on LeBron James. This week Kevin Love appeared on Mike & Mike and when questioned about teammate LeBron James had this to say: “You know, we’re not best friends, we’re not hanging out every day, but we […]
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 3/23/2015
Thus far in the 2014-2015 NBA season three head coaches have lost their jobs. Mike Malone, formerly the Kings head coach, led the way followed by Orlando’s release of Jacque Vaughn, and most recently Brian Shaw in Denver. George Karl quickly filled the Kings’ coaching hole, but Orlando and Denver stay committed to their interim […]
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 3/2/2015
According to ESPN.com and NBA.com, the Phiadelphia 76ers have waived recently acquired center JaVale McGee. Man, who saw that coming? McGee was let go from the 76ers before midnight March 1st, and once he clears waivers this week he will become a free agent. Since he was waived before March 2nd, McGee can appear in […]
PHOENIX, AZ – JANUARY 30: Jimmy Butler #21 of the Chicago Bulls handles the ball during the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at US Airways Center on January 30, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Bulls 99-93. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
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According to NBA.com and the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Bulls’ All-Star, Jimmy Butler, will be sidelined 3-6 weeks after an MRI earlier today confirmed “a grade 2/3 ulnar ligament sprain and small bone impaction injury to the left elbow.” Butler suffered the injury after running into a DeAndre Jordan screen during Sunday’s game against the Clippers. […]
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0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/20/2015
The busiest day in the NBA has come to a close as the 3:00 pm EST trade deadline expired on Thursday. Thursday’s deadline didn’t fail to deliver some great trades and also some questionable ones. In the 11th hour there were a few huge trades that went down and listed below are the exact trades that […]
DALLAS, TX – FEBRUARY 20: Moe Harkless #21 of the Orlando Magic at American Airlines Center on February 20, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/17/2015
According to USA Today’s Jeff Zillgitt, the Magic are looking to unload forward Maurice Harkless. A player the Magic are willing to deal for mininmal return, I’m told, is forward Moe Harkless, whose minutes have dropped each season w/ORL. — Jeff Zillgitt (@JeffZillgitt)
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/16/2015
According to SI.com, Amar’e Stoudemire has reached an agreement with the Dallas Mavericks. Amar’e Stoudemire also reached an agreement with the New York Knicks to buy out the remaining $23.4 million on his contract. After the buyout Stoudemire said he was committed to signing with the Dallas Mavericks. Stoudemire, 32, averaged 25.3 points per game […]
ORLANDO, FL – NOVEMBER 03: Andrew Nicholson #44 of the Orlando Magic is gaurded by Brook Lopez #11 of the Brooklyn Nets during the game at Amway Center on November 3, 2013 in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/12/2015
According to ESPN NBA Insider Marc Stein, the Orlando Magic are looking to move Andrew Nicholson before next Thursday’s trade deadline. Word is that the Magic, given their surplus of bigs, are working with Nicholson's agent Mark Bartelstein to try to find him new home — Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine)
at Pepsi Center on January 7, 2015 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the Magic 93-90. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/11/2015
Elfrid Payton, who garnered many Rajon Rondo comparisons, started off his NBA career somewhat disappointingly. In Payton’s first two months in the NBA he averaged almost 6 points, 6 assists, 3.5 rebounds, and 1 steal per game while shooting 34% from the floor. In the month of January, Payton put together close to 11 points, […]
OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – MAY 01: Patrick Beverley #12 of the Houston Rockets during Game Five of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Chesapeake Energy Arena on May 1, 2013 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Rockets defeated the Thunder 107-100. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/10/2015
The NBA selected the Houston Rockets’ Patrick Beverley to participate in the Taco Bell Skills Challenge that takes place this Saturday as part of the NBA’s State Farm All Star Saturday Night. Beverley was picked as a replacement for the injured John Wall. The Skills Challenge will be the first appearance by Patrick Beverley during […]
ATLANTA, GA – JANUARY 25: Mo Williams #25 of the Minnesota Timberwolves walks off the court after their 112-100 loss to the Atlanta Hawks at Philips Arena on January 25, 2015 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
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Charlotte is currently tied for the 7th seed in the Eastern Conference with a record of 22-29 and is determined to not just make the playoffs this year, but earn their first playoff win in 13 years. According to Yahoo Sports’ Adrian Wojnarowski, Charlotte was involved in a trade that headlined veteran Timberwolves point guard […]
NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 18: James Dolan, Executive Chairman of Madison Square Garden, answers questions during the press conference to introduce Phil Jackson as President of the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 18, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/8/2015
The New York Knicks owner James Dolan responded to an email by a lifelong fan in a way that is concurrent with the how he has run the Knicks organization – disgraceful. According to Timothy Burke’s Deadspin article, Dolan wrote back to the fan that he was a “Negative force in everyone who comes in […]
0 comments by Jon Wolf on 2/7/2015
The NBA issued a $25,000 fine to Clippers guard, Chris Paul, in lieu of his remarks about the officiating during the Clippers loss to the Cavs. There were five technical fouls called on the Clippers, one on Chris Paul and he did not agree with the call. According to ESPN, following the Clippers loss Chris […]
