0 comments by Jeff Garcia on 10/22/2013
The Los Angeles Clippers’ Chris Paul and the Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry are partnering with Kaiser Permanente to launch the “Own Now” platform to spread the message to young adults that they need to own their health and make healthier and more informed decisions. “We’re not health experts, but we do know that […]
0 comments by Philip Rossman-Reich
Kyle O'Quinn played Andre Drummond on one of his first days in the NBA. O'Quinn, a second round pick from tiny Norfolk State, stood toe to toe in the summer league game against the Pistons' first round pick Andre Drummond. He showed that day he was not afraid of the young but athletic player in […]
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The San Antonio Spurs may have came up short in the 2013 NBA Finals but heading into the new season, they will attempt to defend their Western Conference title in a stacked conference. So which teams could stand in the way of the Spurs' chase for title No. 5? To break it all down is […]
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Days after teammate and fellow 2010 Draftee Derrick Favors got a big extension from the Jazz, Hayward got one of his own from the team The 2013 offseason was a very eventful one for the Utah Jazz as its roster was severely shaken up with the departure of two big-time forwards. Most notably, Al Jefferson, […]
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Someone tell Denver's Nate Robinson it is just the preseason and for the most part, they are meaningless games. Then again, we are talking about Robinson who seems to have a perpetual chip on his shoulder and "short-guy" complex. The feisty Nuggets' guard was fined $10,000 by the NBA for shoving Thunder's rookie Steven Adam […]
0 comments by Philip Rossman-Reich on 10/21/2013
Performance enhancing drugs have become the scourge of every sport. While the NBA remains defiant about PED use in its sport, it exists there too. Just ask Hedo Turkoglu, O.J. Mayo and Rashard Lewis — all pled ignorance. David Stern has said PEDs are not a problem in his sport because being buff or muscular […]
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With David Stern forever pushing for global expansion of the NBA, what better way than by leaving the front door of the league wide open in Stern’s basketball business melting pot plan. We have seen it in Sacramento and Brooklyn — the Kings ownership group is led by Vivek Ranadive, the Silicon Valley software tycoon […]
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The Spurs and Heat met for the first time since the 2013 NBA Finals in preseason action and without LeBron James, easily handed the Spurs a 121-96 loss. Usually in lopsided scores, it just means it was perhaps a boring game but Dwyane Wade brought some excitement at the expense of Tim Duncan. First of […]
0 comments by Philip Rossman-Reich on 10/20/2013
Pretty soon, we will all be dropping $180 to watch every NBA game of the season — good, bad, indifferent, sloppy, gorgeous and classic. There are 30 teams and lots of options each nigth for those that want to do nothing but watch basketball from 7 p.m. until 1:30 in the morning each day. That […]
0 comments by Philip Rossman-Reich
The Los Angeles Clippers have long tried to get out of the Lakers' shadow. They have played in the same building since the 2000 season and are the second team in that famous city in California. They have long fought for their place in the spotlight. The problem is the Clippers did not really deserve […]
0 comments by Jeff Garcia on 10/19/2013
Celtics legend Bill Russell was arrested at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after Transportation Security Administration officials found a loaded gun in his luggage. Russell was arrested Wednesday night as he attempted to go through security. Airport spokesman Perry Cooper confirmed Friday night that Russell was cited for having a weapon in a prohibited area. Russell's gun was […]
0 comments by Jeff Garcia on 10/18/2013
NBA LIVE 14 launched its official extended gameplay trailer; a continuation of the recent Kyrie Irving gameplay video, along with new footage showcasing additional NBA teams and stars. The new trailer features an extended look at gameplay and signature styles of players like Kemba Walker, Damian Lillard and more. Fans will also get a look […]
0 comments by Philip Rossman-Reich
LeBron James has had a nasty rivalry with Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce (along with their Celtics) throughout his career. Epic playoff series after epic playoff series have defined James' ascent to NBA Champion. For LeBron James to get his champion, he needed to go through Garnett and Pierce. When he finally did that in […]
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Mike Brown once changed the culture and the expectations for the Cleveland Cavaliers. Maybe, LeBron James had a lot to do with that. Brown though transformed the Cavaliers into a top defensive team and a championship contender. Then again, LeBron James had a lot to do with that. Brown returned to the Cavaliers this season […]
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This one is for you Rose! Bulls' Derrick Rose made his return to the hardwood after a devastating knee injury. Many were worried he would lose a step, see his explosiveness vanish and just look mortal. Well the following video should prove otherwise. In preseason action versus Detroit, Rose looked like his old self as […]
