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• Kings owner will no longer operate WNBA franchise

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:12 pm

  The Sacramento Monarchs folded on Friday, a shocking and disappointing development for the WNBA and one of its original eight franchises.

• Knicks will pass on chance to sign Iverson

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:40 am

  The New York Knicks won't sign Allen Iverson, believing any short-term gain would hinder their plans to build for the future.

• Lakers' Gasol to make long-awaited season debut

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:13 pm

  Lakers center Pau Gasol will make his 2009-10 season debut Thursday against the visiting Bulls after missing the first 11 games with a right hamstring injury, said Lakers coach Phil Jackson pregame.

• Hunter plans bargaining meeting with Stern soon

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:06 pm

  NBA players' association director Billy Hunter plans another negotiating session soon with commissioner David Stern, and here's something that might come up.

• Iverson close to deal with the Knicks

  19 Nov 2009 | 6:42 pm

  The New York Knicks' pursuit of free agent Allen Iverson has gone from longshot to even money in 48 hours, with several league sources indicating they believed Iverson would agree to a deal with the Knicks no later than the weekend -- and one source with knowledge of the negotiations indicating an agreement between the team and the nine-time All-Star was a near certainty.

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• Will Bynum > Rodney Stuckey

  Eric Woodyard

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:04 pm

  by Eric Woodyard Picture this… We’re at the park and we’re shooting up for captains. I hit the first shot which gives me first captain and someone else hits after me which obviously gives them second captain. Among the players that we can choose from are Detroit Pistons guards Rodney Stuckey and Will Bynum. Who am I going to choose with the first pick? Will Bynum! Bynum is more consistent, scrappier and a better basketball player than Rodney Stuckey. At first I thought it was just an illusion after his strong finish of the 2008-2009 season in Motown. Bynum averaged a solid 11.8 points…

• Looking for Respect

  Ryne Nelson

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:44 pm

  by Sean Ceglinsky As we speak, at this very moment, the college basketball season is well underway, meaning conversations about who is going to end up on the ‘09-10 All-American team have already begun. And soon enough, the speculation will run rampant. From Pauley Pavilion to Cameron Indoor Stadium, the chatter is contagious. From Allen Fieldhouse to Rupp Arena, the banter is bordering on nonstop. From the Dean Smith Center to Assembly Hall, the discussions are becoming more and more heated. Interestingly enough, when the Associated Press, ESPN and all of the other media outlets from…

• Oak Speaks

  Ryne Nelson

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:30 pm

  by Nick Rattner On the day that Cleveland — Charles Oakley’s hometown team — was to play at the Garden, SLAMonline got a chance to chat with the former-Knick in NYC. The plan was to get an update on one of the Knicks’ most beloved players: where he’s been and where he’s at, all with a view to where he’s going. Our conversation sprawled over a number of topics including his past, his business endeavors (including a cooking show), what’s wrong with the NBA, and what measures will bring it back to health. With characteristic charm, honesty and humor, Oak broke it all…

• SLAM #99

  Matt Lawyue

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am

  Originally published in SLAM 99 The 6th Man: This is Maurice Evans, Detroit Pistons reserve swingman and currently one of our favorite NBA players. We like Mo for a couple of reasons: One, because with the build, the baldie, the single-digit uniform number and the penchant for emphatic dunks, he reminds us a lot of former Pistons backup (and SLAM favorite) Darvin Ham; and two, because someone recently sent us a link from the Detroit Free Press in which the Pistons beat writer asked different players what they liked to read. And Maurice said, “I like SLAM Magazine; that’s one that appeals…

• Beef: Marv Albert vs 50 Cent

  Marcel Mutoni

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  This is an amazing story. I hope Marv releases a diss record soon: “On Wednesday, Albert was a guest on the “Jimmy Kimmel Live” show. The musical star was rapper 50 Cent. As Albert arrived, with an entourage of one, TNT public relations specialist Jeff Pomeroy, there was a sudden scuffle when a multitude of 50 Cent protectors seemed unfamiliar with Albert. There was shouting (’It’s Marv Albert,’ yelled a Kimmel show guard, a pronouncement that seemed to have no effect on the 50 Cent phalanx.) There were obscenities. A fist or two flying. A…

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• Bogut Out 2-4 Weeks With Leg Injury

  Stephen Rhodes

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:34 pm

  Just when the Milwaukee Bucks were getting hot and making noise in the Eastern Conference, they received a bit of bad news as according to the Associated Press, center Andrew Bogut will be sidelined from anywhere between 2 to 4 weeks with a left leg injury. An MRI confirmed the injury on Thursday; Bucks general manager John Hammond said that Bogut suffered the injury during Milwaukee’s win against New Jersey Wednesday, leaving the game in the fourth quarter. Prior to the injury, Bogut was having a decent campaign, averaging 16.1 PPG and 9.2 RPG. Look for Dan Gadzuric to take over for…

• Pau Looks Powerful In His Return; Lakers Slaughter Bulls 108-93

  Jeff Sack

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:18 pm

  Los Angeles Lakers All-Star big man Pau Gasol made his season debut Thursday night and looked in mid-season form recording a double-double including a game high 24 points as the Lakers punished the Chicago Bulls 108-93. Gasol missed the last six preseason games as well as the first 11 games of the regular season after suffering a strained right hamstring; however he showed no rust and there did not seem to be any adjustment time for the player or the team. Los Angeles guard and the other All-Star on the club Kobe Bryant added 21 points while Chicago point guard Derrick Rose led his team with…

• Peja Drains Seven 3’s, Hornets Beat Suns 110-103

  Stephen Rhodes

  19 Nov 2009 | 9:38 pm

  When you’re the New Orleans Hornets, you have to be hurting as Chris Paul is out of action for awhile and you have a new head coach in Jeff Bower, so obviously there is some readjustments to be made. During the team’s game against the Phoenix Suns, that would be put to the test. Fortunately for the Hornets, they had a backup plan of sorts; Peja Stojakovic played like the Peja of old as he connected on seven 3-pointers, helping New Orleans shock Phoenix 110-103 at New Orleans Arena. The Hornets would get off to a good start, manufacturing a 15-2 run in the first quarter, with Emeka…

• Knicks Closer To Signing Iverson?

  Stephen Rhodes

  19 Nov 2009 | 8:52 am

  The rumor early on was that the New York Knicks didn’t really have an interest in former Memphis Grizzlies guard Allen Iverson. Apparently the team has had a change of heart as according to Marc Berman of the New York Post, team president Donnie Walsh has given strong leanings towards making an offer towards Iverson, perhaps as soon as tonight, when he clears waivers at 6 PM (Eastern). Coach Mike D’Antoni, for whatever reason, is in favor of signing Iverson. Which is interesting based on the Knicks’ performance against the Indiana Pacers as they rallied from 19 points down…

• Gasol Likely vs. Bulls Thursday

  Stephen Rhodes

  19 Nov 2009 | 8:25 am

  You probably could hear the collective sigh of relief from out in LA-LAland as according to Broderick Turner of the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol will make his return when the team hosts the Chicago Bulls at Staples Center Thursday night. According to Gasol, he will let coach Phil Jackson dictate his minutes on the floor, although Jackson said he’d be happy to get 25 minutes out of Gasol during the game. With Gasol starting, that will mean that Odom will once again come off the bench. Conditioning may or may not be an issue as I have no clue how Gasol spent his…

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• LeBron needs to focus on NBA ... not NFL or MJ

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:27 pm

  Hey LeBron, Jason Whitlock has a message for you. You aren't Michael Jordan and you aren't Jim Brown. So just zip it, kid.

• Knicks decide against signing Iverson

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:26 pm

  The New York Knicks have decided not to pursue Allen Iverson. Team president Donnie Walsh said Friday the team won't make any additions at this time despite its 2-9 record. He added the decision to pass on the former MVP had nothing to do with Iverson's ability to play. "I've always admired him," Walsh said. "I think he'd be a great addition for a team that's in a different position than we're in and I hope he gets picked up.

• Under-the-radar additions providing major value

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:25 pm

  They weren't the splashiest offseason acquisitions, but these players are making big impacts for their new teams, Randy Hill says.

• Jayson Williams plea hearing delayed indefinitely

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:47 am

  Retired NBA star Jayson Williams will not be a New Jersey courtroom Friday to enter a plea in the 2002 shooting death of a driver. A judge has indefinitely delayed a hearing in Somerville in which Williams was expected to plead guilty. No reason was given. A person with knowledge of the case told The Associated Press on Thursday that Williams would plead guilty to aggravated assault. The person wasn't authorized to talk about the case and spoke on the condition of anonymity.

• Bogut out 2 to 4 weeks with leg injury

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:43 am

  Milwaukee Bucks center Andrew Bogut (BOH'-gut) will be out for two to four weeks with a left leg injury. General manager John Hammond said late Thursday that Bogut suffered a leg strain and contusion in Wednesday's 99-85 win against New Jersey. Bogut scored 21 points and 11 rebounds before leaving the game in late in the fourth quarter. An MRI revealed the injury on Thursday. The 24-year-old Bogut, now in his fifth season, is averaging 16.1 points and 9.2 rebounds per game.

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• Michael Jordan thankful, but says others just as worthy of jersey retirement

  ESPN.com news services

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:06 pm

  If the NBA were to retire Michael Jordan's No. 23 league-wide, the newly inducted Hall of Famer says there are several more players just as worthy of the distinction.

• Jayson Williams' hearing delayed by judge over travel issues

  ESPN.com news services

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:40 am

  Former NBA star Jayson Williams won't enter plea Friday in the 2002 killing of his limo driver, and a judge has delayed the hearing indefinitely.

• New York Knicks won't pursue free-agent guard Allen Iverson, president Donnie Walsh says

  Chris Sheridan

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:25 am

  The New York Knicks have decided not to pursue Allen Iverson, a decision that was reached late Thursday night.

• Shawn Marion to miss Friday's game for Dallas Mavericks

  Tim MacMahon

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:19 am

  Mavericks forward Shawn Marion (ankle) will miss Friday's game against Sacramento.

• Cleveland Browns would give LeBron James a shot

  ESPN.com news services

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:38 am

  If LeBron James truly believes he can help the Cleveland Browns, coach Eric Mangini has an orange helmet waiting for him.

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• Bruce Bowen on dirty play

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:38 am

  By Henry Abbott Here's a fun little project I'd like your help with:  Let's name the NBA's twenty all-time dirtiest players. I have a brainstorm list working, but I'd like your ideas, your anecdotes, your YouTube links ... To get you in the mood, here is the recently retired Bruce Bowen, talking to HoopsTV about his own reaction when people call him a dirty player: When people said that it allowed me to understand that they weren't necessarily competing. See, you never heard Michael Jordan call someone dirty. Even though, the Pistons during that time were hard fouling him, he never called…

• The echoes of Eddy Curry

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:06 am

  (AP Photo/Michael Conroy) Eddy Curry has lost so much weight he's almost unrecognizable. (He's the one in the headband.) By Henry Abbott He has only played 11 minutes, but as Chris Sheridan just explained, slimmed-down Knick big man Eddy Curry is already playing a pivotal role in the Knicks' thought process about Allen Iverson. Curry could also play a pivotal role in helping to unravel a couple of NBA mysteries. The first mystery is obvious. When will the misery end for Knick fans? The team David Stern, and a zillion other people, grew up loving, has lost all sparkle. The Knicks are a…

• How Eddy Curry helped doom chances of Iverson to Knicks

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:27 am

  By Chris Sheridan GREENBURGH, N.Y. - Eleven minutes of Eddy Curry helped doom the possibility of 71 games of Allen Iverson. That was one of the nuggets of information revealed by Knicks president Donnie Walsh this afternoon as he explained New York's decision to pass on the opportunity to sign unrestricted free agent Allen Iverson. Curry played 11 minutes Wednesday night in the Knicks' victory in Indiana, and Walsh said the continued rehabilitation and re-integration of Curry -- along with the fear that Iverson would take minutes away from the young players the Knicks are trying to develop…

• Friday Mini-Bullets

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:54 am

  By Henry Abbott Dirk Nowitzki vs. the Spurs. A killer shooting night, with a killer soundtrack. Thunder GM Sam Presti must cringe, just a little, at seeing Kevin Durant say this in the Oklahoman:  “I always was a big Antoine Walker fan." Sam Bowie has applied to become the first black member of one of Lexington's exclusive golf clubs. He's talking like a guy who loves golf, more than a civil rights leader, though. Mayor Kevin Johnson appoints a "Dream Team" of bigwigs to figure out a Sacramento stadium in a bad economy. Good luck! (I really mean that.) To their banquet of efficient…

• Sonny Vaccaro: Brandon Jennings broke the mold, part two

  20 Nov 2009 | 6:07 am

  Yesterday, Sonny Vaccaro explained why he feels defensive about Brandon Jennings. Jennings, says Vaccaro, has endured criticism -- and perhaps was drafted artificially low -- as punishment for playing his post-high school year playing professionally in Italy, instead of paying his dues to the powers that be in NCAA basketball. The way people talked about Jennings leading up to the draft does suggest opinion-makers weren't at all sure what to make of the player who has been the shining star of the rookie class in the season's early going. Vaccaro is a powerful basketball insider, who has…

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• Stephen Jackson: Winning Wasn't a Priority for Golden State

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:45 pm

  by Chris TomassonFiled under: Bobcats, WarriorsMILWAUKEE -- Four months after Stephen Jackson arrived in Golden State in January 2007, the Warriors won their first playoff series in 16 years. They went 48-34 the following season, their best record in 14 years. Jackson would like to take plenty of credit for it. "The Warriors were (garbage) when I got there, so look what happened,'' Jackson said in an interview Friday with FanHouse. "So I love challenges.'' That's why the 10th-year swingman is ecstatic about his trade last Monday from the Warriors to Charlotte. Even though the Bobcats (3-8…

• WNBA Folds in Sacramento, Seeks Bay Area Owner for 2010

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:45 pm

  by Michelle SmithFiled under: Kings, WNBAThe WNBA announced Friday afternoon that the Sacramento Monarchs, one of the league's original eight franchises, are folding and that the league is actively pursuing an ownership group for the team in the San Francisco Bay area in time for the 2010 season. Joe and Gavin Maloof, who also own the NBA's Sacramento Kings, have owned and operated the Monarchs, but financial losses from both franchises in recent years forced them to give up the WNBA team. "We love the Monarchs, but it's time to re-focus," Joe Maloof told the Sacramento Bee. "Everyone in this…

• Nelson Opens Up About Issues With Ellis

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:15 am

  by Matt SteinmetzFiled under: WarriorsWarriors coach Don Nelson doesn't give a lot up to the media these days. He's acknowledged losing interest in the daily give-and-take with the team's beat writers and looks to end his postgame press conferences as quickly as he can. Nelson has said, though, that he likes doing radio because it's a way to speak directly to the fans. To that end, Nelson had one of his most open exchanges on Thursday while speaking on his weekly radio show on KNBR.Nelson Opens Up About Issues With Ellis originally appeared on NBA FanHouse on Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:15:00 EST .

• Knicks Reportedly Pass on Allen Iverson

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:20 am

  by Matt WatsonFiled under: Bobcats, Heat, Knicks, NBA RumorsA four-time scoring champ leading Mike D'Antoni's up-tempo offense? It looked like a match made in heaven on paper, but the Knicks have apparently decided the intangibles surrounding Allen Iverson -- including ugly exits with two teams in the span of seven months -- outweighed the potential gains. According to Howard Beck of the New York Times, the Knicks went back and forth on the issue, with a team source suggesting Thursday afternoon there was a 90 percent chance the team would offer a contract. Ultimately, however, the team's…

• Tracy McGrady Reportedly Puts on Uniform, Demands Answers

  20 Nov 2009 | 4:25 am

  by Tom ZillerFiled under: Rockets, NBA Injuries, NBA Rumors, NBA CoachesAdrian Wojnarowski of Yahoo! has a half-harrowing, half-hilarious tale out of Minneapolis, where sources say Tracy McGrady put on his uniform Wednesday to confront coach Rick Adelman about the team's timetable for the fallen star's return. Woj reports that McGrady -- who may or may not have told Yahoo! last week that he'd planned on returning Wednesday against the Wolves, a plan the Rockets quickly squelched -- is angry the team is holding him off the court, and wanted answers from Adelman.What resulted (with McGrady in…

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• Game to pay attention to: Magic vs. Celtics

  Kelly Dwyer

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:50 pm

  Orlando at Boston It could be a three-game night, or it might be a 10-game night. Doesn't matter. Actually, it is a 10-game night. Has no bearing on this. The Magic and Celtics are playing, and you need to watch. You don't have to do it in real time. It's a Friday night, and someone might want to shower your foyer with rose pedals before feeding you stroganoff. Doesn't matter, tape the darn thing. Watch it tomorrow. Understand that it might go a long way toward giving you an understanding of what goes on in May. These two could go seven next spring, and you're going to want to know why.

• Cleveland rejects new LeBron James mural

  J.E. Skeets

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:25 pm

  A new mural of Cavaliers superstar LeBron James(notes) may be too much for city officials in Cleveland. And by "too much," I mean too little "Forest City" references and clothing.The Cleveland Planning Commission tabled Nike's request to replace a massive 10-story mural of James that hangs from an office building across from the Cavaliers' Quicken Loans Arena. Nike wants to replace the famous "We Are All Witnesses" banner with the semi-creepy one pictured above — LeBron, shirtless and lizard-like, "preparing for combat" with nothing more than a…

• The 10-man rotation, starring cool Heat

  J.E. Skeets

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:15 pm

  A look around the league and the web that covers it. It's also important to note that the rotation order and starting nods aren't always listed in order of importance. That's for you, dear reader, to figure out.C: Hooped Up. As far as player video intros go, it just doesn't get any smoother than the Heat's.PF: D Magazine. An oral history of the big German who rescued professional basketball in Dallas.SF: With Malice. "Under the stewardship of David Stern, the NBA has done well. More than well."SG: Celtics Town. This season's Orlando Magic are certainly different, but are they…

• Iron Chef San Antonio: Duncan, Parker, Manu ice cream battle

  J.E. Skeets

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:20 am

  You know, the only thing missing from this silly H-E-B/Spurs commercial is an establishing shot of Matt Bonner(notes) taking a large bite out of a bell pepper. Ammirite or ammirite, "Timaican" Duncan?"Yeah, mon."

• Create-a-caption: 'What's the deal with ...'

  J.E. Skeets

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:30 am

  76ers guard Jrue Holiday(notes) speaks with children during a Thanksgiving event at The Children's Home in Mount Holly, New Jersey. Best caption wins some airline food. Good luck.After the jump, plate ump Dwight calls safe.Winner, Hugging Harold Reynolds:"What do you mean Twitter suspended my account for suspicious activity?!"Co-runner-up, JM:DH: "Hey, Jameer, you got the hiccups, man? Well look at this ... SCARY BEAR!!! [leaps out at JN]JN: [tears cartilege in knee, tears labrum, craps pants -- out 4-6 weeks] Co-runner-up, Brocktoon:Howard's latest alterego,…

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• Knicks Say Iverson Not A Good Fit! Could He Be “The Answer” For Cleveland?

  New York Vinnie

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:06 pm

  Allen Iverson seems to be running out of options as the New York Knicks have now broken off talks with him according to “ESPN.com.”  New York Team President Donnie Walsh told reporters that the club reached the decision late Thursday night not to pursue the free agent guard. Iverson was waived earlier this week by the Memphis Grizzlies after the player and the team could not see eye to eye on whether the All-Star would be a starter or come off the bench. The veteran signed a one year deal with Memphis just before Training Camp for a reported $3.5 million. Walsh did say that the…

• Arrivederci Roma Hello Milwaukee! Jennings Is Turning Heads In The NBA!

  New York Vinnie

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:49 pm

  Going to college is not meant for everybody. It was not meant for Milwaukee Bucks rookie Brandon Jennings as his grades in high school would have made it highly unlikely he could have gone to a top Division 1-A so he could showcase his talents for a year before being eligible for the NBA Draft. Instead he became a trend-setter spending last year in Europe and playing ball for Italian powerhouse Lottomatica Virtus Roma in the Euro-league. Jennings did particularly like being in a foreign country thousands of miles away from family and friends and living in a much different culture than he was…

• The NBA Looks A Lot Different In Minnesota Than It Did In L.A. For Rambis!

  New York Vinnie

  19 Nov 2009 | 2:24 pm

  Try to imagine being born and raised in the lap of luxury; you live in a palatial mansion, you have maids and butlers and your life is sheer heaven on earth. But as we all do you reach a certain age and you want to go off and make it on your own. So you get a job and your first apartment; a tenement on Skid Row! All of a sudden all those luxuries you took for granted your entire life are no longer there. You now live in the real Frickin world and you have to deal with all the Crappola that the rest of us put up with. New York Vinnie believes that those are the kind of thoughts that are…

• Iverson Would Be The Perfect Poster Boy For MY BOYS The Knicks!

  New York Vinnie

  19 Nov 2009 | 12:19 am

  New York Vinnie has slowly come to the realization that “MY BOYS” are about to make another wonderful signing. This has not been confirmed anywhere but in New York Vinnie’s Frickin Gut; however you can take this to the bank sometime soon the New York Knicks will sign Allen Iverson for the rest of the season. Now a couple of seasons ago New York Vinnie would have gone Frickin Ballistic over the thought that one of the Frickin Charter Members of the “NBA Top Ten PUD List” would soon be wearing the uniform of the Knicks. The same uniform that Frazier, and Ewing…

• Could Gasol Make Season Debut Thursday Night? Reports Say Yes!

  New York Vinnie

  18 Nov 2009 | 5:21 pm

  Over the last few weeks we have been told by the Los Angeles Lakers that their All-Star big man Pau Gasol was on the verge of returning to playing in the NBA; only to be told days later that the veteran could be out until Christmas. The latest report from the “Orange County Register” is that Gasol most likely will be making his season debut Thursday night as his team hosts the Chicago Bulls. Gasol missed the last six preseason games as well as the first 11 games of the regular season after suffering a strained right hamstring.  Lakers head coach Phil Jackson told reporters…

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• My Icing for a Cake

  19 Nov 2009 | 9:49 am

  First, the podcast:Dan sat down (enter the virtual sitting space?) with Kelly Dwyer, who needs no introduction. He also once penned (meta-finger carved?) this beyond-the-moon classic of an FD guest post. They discuss Kelly's hustle, his m.o., and naturally, the Bucks, the new official team of the podcast. Here is the most fair, honest, and useful assessment of Skiles as a coach you will ever get.

• That Old Weird Horizon

  18 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  Before I get serious, take a look at this list of records I'm too lazy to put on eBay just yet. And listen to the newest Disciples of Clyde-cast, featuring Kelly Dwyer. Will be posted here later in the week, but it's there for you, now. Thanks!I have never felt a post as profoundly as the one I've labored over since Monday night. Various abortive attempts have included "I want to be free. The

• In This Hour of Totality

  17 Nov 2009 | 9:46 am

  Manny still lingers, John Wall's debut is vague, if crackling, until the final exclamation point, Jennings with a positively fearsome second half and OT in a loss to the Mavs. They threw everything at him, including the war with Beaubois that was like watching photon particles at play, and the plays still happened. And looming over, under, or behind it all, this Iverson news that raises more

• Remorse Isn't Picky

  16 Nov 2009 | 2:14 pm

  Okay, so I didn't get around to getting anything longer about Jennings near finished. Partly because it was drawing parallels between that and Manny's performance, which is stupid unless you attach a bunch of qualifiers to it. Or are drunk. Luckily, my argument is primarily about spectatorship and aesthetics, as you'll see tomorrow. But still, I felt I needed a little more distance, as I don't

• The Wall that Leapt and Followed

  13 Nov 2009 | 11:56 am

  You know our very own boxing correspondent Shoefly, who writes more regularly for The Rumble. You also likely know there's a huge fight this weekend. Here are his thoughts on the matter.I’ve been developing this theory recently that for the truly great athletes there are two types of mentalities that allow them to achieve. I call them the secular and the religious but those names are just

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• Rondo At Work Early

  Jeff Clark

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:53 pm

  More photos » by Charles Krupa - AP at work Browse more photos » This is good to hear.  His free throw shooting has been worse than terrible. Rondo, an early arrival, hard at work - Celtics Blog - Boston.com With Orlando in town again tonight for the first time since that playoff series, Rondo sat on the bench watching film of his free throws with Celtics assistant coach Armond Hill more than 3 1/2 hours before gametime. The pair then took to the court to practice Rondo's form. "That's too much," Rondo said of his grip on the ball, his right hand cocked out awkwardly to his…

• Celtics Battle Streaking Magic

  Greg Payne

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:26 pm

  by Brian Babineau - NBAE/Getty Images Dwight Howard will look to help shut down Paul Pierce tonight. (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) View full size photo » Boston Celtics (9-3) vs. Orlando Magic (9-3) Friday, November 20, 2009 8:00pm TV: Comcast SportsNet; ESPN; Radio: 850 AM WEEI Venue: TD Garden Game ThreadChat Room The Boston Celtics battle the Orlando Magic in a meeting of Eastern Conference heavyweights tonight at 8:00pm at the TD Garden. The Celtics snapped a modest two-game losing streak on Wednesday when they outlasted the Golden State Warriors 109-95 behind 18…

• Daily Links 11/20

  FLCeltsFan

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:36 am

  Herald    Thursday practice notesCeltics have new trick for MagicScouting report: Magic at Celtics Former NBA player Sam Bowie applies to be first black member at clubGasol scores 24 in debut, Lakers top Bulls 108-93Knicks in no rush to bring Allen Iverson into the fold Globe     Celtics believe in MagicMagic thumbnails Tough for Celtics not to believe in Magic A few more observations from Bird’s nest CelticsBlog    Are We Ready For The Magic?Loy's Place    Rottweilers Host the Poodles in Playoff…

• Forums Error - Now Fixed

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  20 Nov 2009 | 4:44 am

  Forums Error - Now Fixed Seems to be some error with the forums (redirecting to the main page). The Support team has been notified. Hope to have updates ASAP. UPDATE: The issue has been fixed. Thanks tech team!

• Are We Ready For The Magic?

  Jeff Clark

  19 Nov 2009 | 2:39 pm

  More photos » by Bill Kostroun - AP What's the over/under on games before Vince is out for the year? Browse more photos » Perhaps this will change as gametime gets closer, but is it just me or is there a lot less hype for this game than we would have anticipated coming into the season?  If you had asked me then how many losses these teams would have after a dozen games and I would have probably guessed 3 total, not 3 each. The Magic dropped some early games to the Pistons and Thunder and more recently to the Cavs, but they've been feasting on the bottom of the league in their…

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• NBA Standings

  By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:20 pm

  All Times EST EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division.

• Knicks Decide Not to Pursue Iverson

  By HOWARD BECK

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:27 am

  Team officials spent three days weighing the pros and cons of signing Allen Iverson, a four-time N.B.A. scoring champion with problems in his past.

• The Pick-and-Roll Is the N.B.A.’s Old Reliable

  By JONATHAN ABRAMS

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:26 am

  The pick-and-roll, which causes two defenders to contain one ball handler, creates mayhem, and N.B.A. teams are increasingly turning to it for success.

• Knicks' Answer: No to Allen Iverson

  By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:40 am

  GREENBURGH, N.Y. (AP) -- The New York Knicks won't sign Allen Iverson, believing any short-term gain would hinder their plans to build for the future.

• Analysis: Can Iverson Restore Hope for Knicks?

  By HOWARD BECK

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:28 am

  Allen Iverson, whom the Knicks deemed an unnecessary risk four months ago, is now so intriguing that they have spent most of the week discussing him.

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• Bawful (Not) Doin' Work: Weekend Watch

  Dan B.

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:25 pm

  I can't believe I was alive when this picture was taken. It's Friday! Since the powers that be at ABC decided to no longer celebrate this with Family Matters or Boy Meets World, I guess we're stuck watching basketball. Darn. Hopefully talking about it in the comments of this post will help you feel better about the lack of Urkel in your life.(And tying this back to yesterday's BAD post, the last time the Jazz won in San Antonio before last night? Boy Meets World was still cranking out new episodes. Jesus.) Since it's the weekend, we can't just use the standard Bawful After Dark title, right?

• Least Best of the Night: November 19, 2009

  Statbuster

  20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am

  Note: above image is 23.9% more humorous whenaccompanied with this sound effect. Amare Stoudemire: If you are wondering how the Suns gave up a fourth quarter lead and lose to the Charlotte Sting Hornets, you can point the finger at Sun Tzu. Amare Stoudemire ended with 23 points, but with only five boards on the night, he was out-rebounded by Darius Songaila (7) and Devin Brown (6). By no coincidence, the Suns were clubbered on the boards 38-56. Add 5 turnovers to the mix and Amare gives us the worst plus-minus of the game (-11). And Amare's chicken? It was smothered.Grant Hill and Channing…

• Bawful After Dark - November 19, 2009

  Dan B.

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:08 pm

  BAD.Good evening everyone, and welcome to our second night of the BAD feature! (Oh, how I love that acronym) Please take advantage of the comments section to talk about tonight's games, and also we appreciate feedback about what you like and don't like about BAD. We are here to serve you. And make basketball-related dick jokes and obscure movie references. You know, either or.Small slate of games tonight (which means there's ample time to continue the Nash/Nowitzki MVP-worthiness debate), but before we get to the previews, a quick glance back at last night...Worst of the Night in Pictures:…

• My new favorite quote of all time

  Basketbawful

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:07 am

  This has nothing to do with this post, but it was the best picture Ifound while doing a Google image search for "Ron Artest crazy."Ron Artest, on throwing Trevor Ariza’s shoe in the stands:"Well what happened was…obviously I didn't know his shoe would come off that's the first thing conservative reporters. I didn't know his shoe was gonna come off. I don't speak to his feet so I don't know what his feet are thinking, I don't know what his toes are thinking, I don't know what he’s thinking. Then his shoe comes off and I'm like okay a shoe is not supposed to be on the basketball court…

• Taken for granted

  Basketbawful

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:50 am

  I know it's hard, but try to enjoy this...Note: Last night at my pickup league, I suffered my 278th busted lip and what might have been a mild concussion (which might explain why I spent the next several hours feeling nauseous and woozy). As a result, I couldn't spend my usual three-four hours researching and writing Worst of the Night. Yeah, sorry. So this is what I've got: something I threw together on the way into work.Have you taken a look at the season standings lately? The Atlanta Hawks (10-2) are the best team in the East. Out West, things are looking a little retro. And I mean retro…

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  Detroit Bad Boys

• Plenty of options for literate fans

  Matt Watson

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:00 am

  I spotted this column today from Sports Illustrated’s Jack McCallum, in which he highlights three worthwhile basketball books recently released: During an interview with the New Yorker’s Avi Zenilman a few months ago, Bill Simmons, an ESPN columnist/author and a man who doubtless dashed off 3,000 words this morning before I managed to get the brown sugar and banana on my oatmeal, was asked about the paucity of great basketball books. See, when you write about the NBA, as Simmons does and I have done for many years, you are generally asked negatively toned questions. What’s…

• Remembering the brawl from press row

  Matt Watson

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:05 pm

  Today marks the fifth anniversary of the infamous brawl at the Palace, one of those strange events in life that most Pistons fans (and probably NBA fans as a whole) can still remember where exactly they were when they saw it unfold. Today Dave Hogg, a writer for the Associated Press, re-published his account of the brawl on his personal blog that he originally wrote mere wrote hours after being swallowed up by the chaos on media row.

• Bynum or Stuckey?

  Matt Watson

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:09 am

  Rodney Stuckey is clearly the anointed one in Detroit’s rebuilding, but Will Bynum has proven to be just as (and on some nights, far more) valuable. MLive’s Patrick Hayes does a comprehensive comparison of the two guards. On a semi-related note, Flip Saunders took note of Bynum last week, suggesting Bynum was the reason the Pistons traded Chauncey Billups, not Stuckey. Seems like revisionist history to me, but there you go.

• Pistons-Blazers Recap

  Matt Watson

  19 Nov 2009 | 2:29 am

  What Happened Yet another moral victory. Despite trailing by 20 after three quarters, the Pistons never gave up, and came this close to pulling out a stunner on the road by cutting Portland’s lead to one. Sadly, it wasn’t meant to be; Portland hung on for the 87-81 victory. The Good This bulldog, never-let-go mentality is quickly becoming the trademark of the team, but it certainly caught the Blazers — and Brandon Roy — by surprise. From (the always excellent) Blazersedge: Rushed back into the game to put out the fire, Roy failed to score a point, notch an assist, grab…

• Pistons-Blazers Game Thread

  Kevin Sawyer

  18 Nov 2009 | 4:42 pm

  Game tips at 10:00 pm ET TV info update: The game will be shown in its entirety on FOX Sports Detroit PLUS (find out what channel that is for your provider here), but will also be joined in progress on FOX Sports Detroit (FSD) at the conclusion of Red Wings postgame coverage (approx. 10:15). Portland: 8-4 (3-2 home) Margin: +7.2 Pistons: 5-6 (2-4 road) Margin: +0.5 Oppo research The Trail Blazers are an interesting team.  Only two players, Brandon Roy and LaMarcus Aldridge, play more than 30 mpg.  By an large, however, this is an ensemble effort.  Is it working? Sort of. Last year,…

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  The Basketball Jones

• Ep. 471: Pau Pow!!!

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:06 am

  On today’s show, Skeets and Tas detonate the TNT double-header. How big was the Hornets win over the Suns? What effect is Coach Bower having on his team? Has Pau’s return made the Lakers the team to beat? All that, plus Tas starts a Twitter war with Starbury, a Celtic is a wanker and Kelly Dwyer sings for Kobe. Embrace the weekend and Notis Sfakianakis, people! Subscribe to the video show on iTunes | Download the .m4v directlySubscribe to the audio show on iTunes | Download the .mp3 directly

• Ep. 470: Bacon and Zeros

  19 Nov 2009 | 9:56 am

  On today’s show, short-order hosts Skeets and Tas whip up a dog’s breakfast of NBA news. Have Coach Woodson’s pleas resonated in Atlanta? Is it time to worry about the Spurs? Are the Nets stumbling towards a dubious achievement? All that, plus a video message from “Kobe,” early MVP chatter and the easiest PG job in the league. Last night to get in your calls and videos before tomorrow’s DVD giveaway. Step up! Subscribe to the video show on iTunes | Download the .m4v directlySubscribe to the audio show on iTunes | Download the .mp3 directly

• Ep. 469: Dank Nugs

  18 Nov 2009 | 9:18 am

  On today’s show, Skeets and Tas regroup from blooper day and charge forward. Could Allen Iverson be a Knickerbocker? Do the Nuggets need home court advantage throughout the playoffs? Could the Magic be looking for a new point guard? All that, plus casting “Space Jam 2,” more so-bad-they’re-good nicknames and Nene’s big night. Keep both eyes on the road, folks. You never know what’s coming around the bend. Subscribe to the video show on iTunes | Download the .m4v directlySubscribe to the audio show on iTunes | Download the .mp3 directly

• City Fairs, Small Stars

  17 Nov 2009 | 2:38 pm

  A behind-the-scenes look at The Jones on a day when nothing seems to be going right. Subscribe to the video show on iTunes | Download the .m4v directlySubscribe to the audio show on iTunes | Download the .mp3 directly

• Ep. 468: Action Jackson

  17 Nov 2009 | 9:49 am

  On today’s show, Skeets and Tas choose their own NBA adventure. First through the murky waters of the Stephen Jackson trade, then onto the rollercoaster of the Hawks/Blazers game, and finally sliding down the black hole of the Iverson debacle. All that, plus ridiculous NBA nicknames, sKeats poetry and one more go-round on the Dirkus Circus. Look on my works, ye mighty, and despair! Subscribe to the video show on iTunes | Download the .m4v directlySubscribe to the audio show on iTunes | Download the .mp3 directly

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  Hoops Addict

• Jamison’s Return Makes Quite An Impression

  Rashad Mobley

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:56 pm

  For the first time in the two years since I’ve been covering the Washington Wizards, I had a legitimate dilemma: Who was I going to interview after the game? On one side of the locker room there was new and improved Gilbert Arenas, who recently vowed to leave the drab, monosyllabic responses behind, in favor of the old effusive, “Agent Zero”.  Sure, Gilbert didn’t have the greatest of games (6-of-22 from the field, 18 points and eight assists), but a talkative Areans trumps the muted one any day. On the other side of the locker room there was Antawn Jamison playing…

• Game Notes: Cleveland vs. Washington

  Rashad Mobley

  18 Nov 2009 | 8:19 pm

  -This was the first game the Big 3 of Arenas, Butler and Jamison have played together since last year, when their opponent was also the Cleveland Cavaliers.  On that night, the Wizards snapped the 13 game winning streak of the Cavs, 109-101. During that game, Arenas had 11 points, 10 assists, Butler had 25 points and Jamison had 19.  Tonight, the Wizards snapped a five game losing streak of the Cavs and they won 108-91.    This time, Jamison was the lead scorer with 31 points and 10 rebounds, Butler had 19 points and 6 rebounds, and Arenas, despite shooting 6-for-22 from the field, had…

• Exclusive Interview With Taj Gibson

  Ryan McNeill

  17 Nov 2009 | 8:32 pm

  While doing research for the Bulls-Raptors game last week I have to admit I was surprised to find out Taj Gibson had secured a spot in the Bulls’ starting five. Sure, he entered this season as a first round pick, but during his time at USC he averaged a rather pedestrian 12.5 points and 8.5 rebounds and he looked to be strictly a bench player in the NBA. Throw in the fact that he’s an undersized power forward (6′9″ and 22 pounds) and I had some doubts about how effective he would be when facing bigger opponents in the NBA. But with Tyrus Thomas out a couple of weeks with an…

• Exclusive Interview with Grant Hill

  Rashad Mobley

  16 Nov 2009 | 1:59 pm

  About a week ago, I was talking to a friend of mine, and she asked me if I thought the career of Grant Hill was a sad one.  Initially when I sat and thought about it, I said to myself, she makes a very valid argument. The first six years of Hill’s career with the Detroit Pistons included All-Star games, playoff appearances, endorsements galore and comparisons to Oscar Robertson.  The next seven years of his career with the Orlando Magic, were filled with injuries, premature comebacks, surgeries, a near-death staph infection, and concerns about whether he would ever play again.

• Hoops Addict Podcast

  Rashad Mobley

  15 Nov 2009 | 7:09 pm

  If you’ve been visiting the Hoops Addict website for awhile, you know that Ryan McNeill and I wear many hats.  Sometimes we write, sometimes we interview, sometimes we hold the camera, and there are times when we are asked to be guests on other shows.  Recently, Ryan and I decided to combine all of our talents, and start a weekly podcast on this website. During these podcasts, we hope to discuss various issues around the NBA, bring you insightful audio clips, and share our unique perspective as individuals who cover the NBA full time.  We also encourage you the readers to contact us…

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  L.A. Times - Lakers

• Lakers' Lamar Odom leads from the bench

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:22 am

  His change of heart about sixth-man role should energize a mostly ineffective reserve unit. Lamar Odom wasn't entirely thrilled when he found out he was no longer a starter last year in training camp, saying Lakers Coach Phil Jackson was "out of his . . . mind" for making him come off the bench.

• Pau Gasol's return should help Lakers soar

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  Text messages from press row ... As amusing as it was seeing Pau Gasol on "CSI: Miami," it was better seeing him back on the court Thursday night. . . .

• A happy return for Lakers' Pau Gasol

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  He has 24 points and 13 rebounds in his season debut, a rout of the Bulls. The never-ending "hamstring watch" finally ended. Pau Gasol was back.

• Five years later, Ron Artest recalls the Brawl at the Palace

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  Now with the Lakers, Artest says the melee wasn't his fault and he should get some of the $5 million he lost during a 73-game suspension. Five years ago Thursday, Ron Artest was a part of one of the worst brawls in sports history when he and his Indiana Pacers teammates went into the stands during a game against the Detroit Pistons at the Palace in Auburn Hills, Mich.

• Lakers' Gasol proves his worth, even if fans don't notice

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 am

  The forward/center, who made his season debut Thursday night against the Bulls, makes the Lakers contenders again. The World's Tallest Actor With Bed Hair And Braces returned to his day job Thursday, back to the Lakers and the season's most pressing question.

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  And One

• Costumed Cavs

  Carolyn I Hastings

  1 Nov 2009 | 1:40 pm

  Halloween in Shaker began with a father/son Freddie Krueger duo out for Nestles bars and ended hours later with the Cavs treating the Bobs to an offensive onslaught. Delonte West, recently absent from the team but always in our hearts, stepped into his Cavs costume and, in keeping with the spooky theme, #13 scored 13.

• Deja Q

  Carolyn I Hastings

  28 Oct 2009 | 4:39 pm

  20,562 dwindled quickly. Long before the final buzzer ended the excruciating fourth quarter, fans were shaking their heads and heading to the exits. Bench points were minimal, Shaq caught the ball just outside of the optimal under-the-basket-and-plunk-it-in position, Anthony Parker showed promise and newness at the same time as an on-the-money pass from LB bounced off his head and into the stands. OK, maybe it didn't bounce off his head but you get the point. Joe Tait declared Anthony Parker the recipient of a critical lesson - when LeBron is on the floor, the ball may arrive with little…

• Cavs Countdown

  Carolyn I Hastings

  25 Oct 2009 | 9:38 am

  Always nice to begin the season with a James Naismith tribute; one man, one ball, two baskets, endless entertainment. Rob Rains, co-author of “James Naismith: The Man Who Invented Basketball”, offers a glimpse into the life of bball’s greatgranddaddy, outside of the sports arena. [Writing for the New York Times](http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/25/sports/basketball/25naismith.html?_r=1&emc=tnt&tntemail1=y), Rob places basketball within the broader context of Naismith’s life, goals, experiences and passions.

• Brick by Brick - The LEGO Book

  Carolyn I Hastings

  20 Oct 2009 | 6:18 pm

  Long time readers will remember my slightly unhealthy obsession with all things LEGO. And now the ultimate reward - The LEGO Book.

• Augmented Reality

  Carolyn I Hastings

  20 Oct 2009 | 5:09 pm

  If your reality is diminishing, you may want to check out Topp's new 3-D trading cards, created in conjunction with Total Immersion, a company based in France and specializing in augmented reality. Here is what TI does:

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  Both Teams Played Hard

• Moving Pictures, Episodes #1 and #2

  Jared Wade

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:21 am

  Rob Mahoney of the Mavs blog The Two Man Game and Hardwood Paroxysm is taking video to another level. Step your games up, kiddos, or forever don’t be as cool as Rob. And let’s not kid ourselves — you’ll never be as cool as this dude anyway. Still, you can dream. Here are Episodes #1 and #2 of his beautiful Moving Pictures spectacular about the Mavericks in reverse-chronological order. Moving Pictures With Rob Mahoney: Episode #2 Moving Pictures With Rob Mahoney: Episode #1

• All the News Fit to Six: November 20, 2009

  Jared Wade

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:02 am

  (Photo by Layne Murdoch/NBAE via Getty Images)

• Flash’s New Role in My Personal Life and Everyone’s New Role for the Miami Heat

  Jared Wade

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:48 pm

  I’m officially out of superlatives for Dwyane Wade. What can you say? He’s one of the best players to ever lace ‘em up, and his approach to the sport is the most enjoyable form of basketball I’ve ever watched. Sorry, Reggie, but much like my alcoholism, the fact that Flash is my favorite player of all time has been something I’ve been cognizant of for some time — just never admitted publicly. But it’s true. I’ve never enjoyed watching a human play basketball more. Reggie’s “moments” are timestamps of my adolescence and early…

• Talking About Practice: Episode 2

  Jared Wade

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:59 pm

  John Karalis of Reds Army stops by to talk Celtics. We get pretty in depth about Rajon Rondo (and reference this lenghty Boston Globe article on him that, in part, details his love for Connect Four), discuss Sheldon Williams vs. Big Baby, chat about the defense and mention some of the more typical Big Three/Sheed stuff as well. John also shares his thoughts on the other Eastern Conference contenders and faces the dreaded Ten Questions, which is an obvious gimmick that I am hoping your company would one day like to sponsor. (Call me.) We did this before the Celtics beat Golden State last…

• Three NBA Videos I Think You Should Watch

  Jared Wade

  19 Nov 2009 | 10:09 am

  Here are some NBA videos. I think you should watch them. There are three. UPDATE: There are four. The Brad Miller Show Episode 1 (from The Blowtorch) The Annotated Brad Miller Drive (from The Blowtorch) The Agent Zero Pilot: Gilbert Arenas vs. Agent Zero (from GilbertArenas.com via Truth About It) Sheed Discusses Basketball Trustworthiness (via @jeskeets)

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  InsideHoops

• No Allen Iverson for Knicks

  Inside Hoops

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:02 am

  The Memphis Grizzlies and guard Allen Iverson recently came to an understanding that things simply weren’t going to work out. Iverson was waived, and became a free agent. There have been rumblings that the Knicks were strongly considering adding the former All-Star and league MVP, but apparently it isn’t going to happen. Howard Beck of the New [...]

• Chris Bosh wants respect

  Inside Hoops

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:26 am

  Toronto Raptors forward Chris Bosh tends to be left out of conversations involving top players in his draft class. He’s noticed, and gotten annoyed about it, and used the motivation to make himself better. Doug Smith of the Toronto Star reports: “It’s mentality, mentality,” [Bosh] said when asked where the numbers come from, a mentality buried and [...]

• Manu Ginobili out 7-10 days

  Inside Hoops

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:11 pm

  Manu Ginobili underwent an MRI examination this afternoon in San Antonio. The exam confirmed that he has a mild left groin strain and showed that he has no structural damage in the area. Ginobili will begin his rehabilitation process tomorrow. He is expected to miss seven-to-ten days. Ginobili suffered the injury in the first quarter of [...]

• Dwight Howard asks Stan Van Gundy to stop the negativity

  Inside Hoops

  19 Nov 2009 | 4:08 pm

  The Orlando Magic are off to a pretty good start, with a 9-3 record despite playing the season’s first 10 games without Rashard Lewis and also enduring injuries to Vince Carter and Ryan Anderson. The team faces an even bigger challenge now that starting point guard Jameer Nelson is injured once again and out for weeks. Aside [...]

• Andrew Bogut out 2-4 weeks with leg injury

  Inside Hoops

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:40 pm

  Milwaukee Bucks General Manager John Hammond announced today that Andrew Bogut (7-0, 260) suffered a lower left leg strain and contusion in Wednesday’s 99-85 win against New Jersey that is expected to sideline the fifth-year center for two-to-four weeks.  Bogut scored team-highs of 21 points and 11 rebounds in the win and left the game [...]

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  Blazers Blog

• Video: ESPN's Bill Simmons talks Trail Blazers during his visit to Portland

  Tim Brown, OregonLive.com

  20 Nov 2009 | 6:55 am

  A video interview with The Sports Guy, Bill Simmons.

• Blazers podcast with Jason Quick: November reign

  Sean Meagher, OregonLive.com

  19 Nov 2009 | 4:20 pm

  Go inside the Blazers with Oregonian beat writer Jason Quick.

• Game reaction: Brandon Roy, Blazers still struggling with fourth quarter identity in 87-81 win over Pistons

  Sean Meagher, OregonLive.com

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:11 am

  Through three quarters Wednesday night the Blazers looked good.

• Blazers 87, Pistons 81: Postgame comments, notes & numbers

  Sean Meagher, OregonLive.com

  18 Nov 2009 | 11:59 pm

  The Blazers' 9-4 record is the best mark after 13 games since 1999-2000.

• Live chat wrap: Portland Trail Blazers 87, Detroit Pistons 81

  Sean Meagher, OregonLive.com

  18 Nov 2009 | 5:43 pm

  The Blazers hold on to beat the Pistons for the third-straight time at the Rose Garden.

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  Miami Heat | Sun-Sentinel Blogs

• ASK IRA: What's up with Wade?

  Ira Winderman

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:28 am

  Q: Given that the Heat is now back to its typical wishy-washy style of getting to games on Cuban time and trying to win in the third and fourth, after giving up the entire first half, do you think Wade is one of those ridiculously moody players?  The guy either shows up or he doesn't? -- Roberto.A: I think Dwyane has so little in support that he essentially views whether he can win a game on his own. There do appear to be trust issues with Beasley, and perhaps now even with Chalmers. And with Jermaine so up and down, what is there really in the starting lineup? It's almost as if…

• Wade: A slump or sign of the times?

  Ira Winderman

  19 Nov 2009 | 4:10 pm

  You agree with Dwyane Wade, that this is merely a shooting slump, because it is difficult to consider the alternative.You accept the fact that the Hawks are unique in their ability to "build a wall" around Wade, because Atlanta's unique mix of length and athleticism hardly is the rule in the NBA. But you also have to consider the alternative. Or, to be more accurate, the alternatives.Put yourself in the shoes of opposing coaches.Do you really need to take measured steps in your closeouts on Quentin Richardson at the 3-point line, when he has not attempted a single foul shot all…

• ASK IRA: What about Monta Ellis in a Beasley deal?

  Ira Winderman

  19 Nov 2009 | 8:58 am

  Q: I read that Monta Ellis will soon be available. Do you think that the Heat should trade for him? He has explosive offensive skills that the Heat really needs and will definitely bolster the Heat at point guard. However, will it still leave space to sign a max-contract free agent along with Wade? -- Tony.A: Monta's contract has four additional seasons to run, all at $11 million. And I'm not exactly sold he is a point guard (although I'm not sure that would matter alongside Wade). With any player who would eat into space, the question would be: Is it worth losing out on the…

• Hawks 105, Heat 90

  Ira Winderman

  18 Nov 2009 | 6:27 pm

  Observations from Wednesday's 105-90 loss to the Hawks at Philips Arena: Once again the Heat offense stagnated early, often leaving nothing more than jumpers as options. That, in effect, had the Hawks off to the races. The Hawks ended the first half on a 28-8 run. The Heat then opened the third quarter on a 13-2 run of its own. Which is tougher for Dwyane Wade: Opening 4 of 14 from the field, or finding yourself running the pick and roll at the end of the third quarter with Shavlik Randolph and Joel Anthony? It was a forgettable night for Wade, who shot 6 of 18 and saw his streak of…

• ASK IRA: Would the Heat look at Iverson?

  Ira Winderman

  18 Nov 2009 | 10:28 am

  Q: Now that Allen Iverson and the Memphis Grizzlies have parted ways, is he a possibility for the Miami Heat to sign? -- Gideon.A: Not now. Not with the team at 7-3. And likely not after stories continue to surface about his treatment of the Grizzlies' coaching staff. For now, stability is the Heat's focus.Q: Hey Ira, all this 'love' talk for Haslem -- his unselfishness, team dedication, etc. -- do you think he is being marketed as trade bait? -- Paul.A: No, I think he's being valued as a contributor and believe Riley would like nothing more than to find a way to keep…

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  New Jersey Nets Blast Blog

• NJ Nets: Courtney Lee Update

  Dave D'Alessandro/The Star-Ledger

  6 Nov 2009 | 8:31 pm

  Courtney Lee might join the six others wearing suits tonight against Boston.

• Change of Address for Nets Blast Blog

  Dave D'Alessandro/The Star-Ledger

  9 Jul 2008 | 10:38 am

  Folks: Due to a coming redesign in the NJ.com sports section, my blog needs to change URLs. Sorry about this - I know it's a bit of a kerfuffle, but rest assured that all the prattle you've come to expect...

• What they're saying: Outside analysis

  Tom Bergeron

  26 Jun 2008 | 8:16 pm

  ESPN's Chad Ford liked two of the Nets picks - especially Douglas-Roberts - questioned the other Yahoosports Dan Wetzel wasn't as thrilled. Sporting News Mike DeCourcey was down on Douglas-Roberts...

• Nets land Chris Douglas-Roberts

  Tom Bergeron

  26 Jun 2008 | 8:05 pm

  Okay, here's your scorer. The Nets grabbed Chris Douglas-Roberts with the 40th pick overall. Douglas-Roberts, a 6-7, 200-pound swingman, was a first team All-America at Memphis last season....

• Projected Nets lineup

  Tom Bergeron

  26 Jun 2008 | 7:55 pm

  Jason Kidd is gone. So is Richard Jefferson. Here's what the the 2008-09 Nets look like (so far) PG: Devin Harris (backup: Marcus Williams) SG: Vince Carter (backups: Chris Douglas-Roberts, Maurice Ager) C: Brook Lopez (backups: Josh Boone, Sean Williams)...

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  Cleveland Cavaliers

• Gameblog: Cavs at Washington Wizards

  George Thomas

  18 Nov 2009 | 4:46 pm

  Post-mortem:  Wizards 108, Cavs 91 It was bound to catch up with them sooner or later.  The Cavaliers had been living on the edge in the second halves of games for the past several.  Tonight the Wizards made them pay.  They held the Cavs to 39 percent shooting in the second half and forced 10 turnovers and outscored them 64-40.   At times the offense looked stagnant with the Cavs doing basically nothing but standing around waiting for grass to grow.  There was little in the way of ball movement and the team was far too willing to settle for jump shots rather than attacking the hoop.

• Game Notes: Cavs vs. Warriors

  George Thomas

  17 Nov 2009 | 7:42 pm

  CLEVELAND – LeBron James has continued a friendship with the Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry, that began two years ago when the rookie was in college. Curry, who was born in Akron, was the first-round draft choice of the Warriors this past summer and started last night against the Cavs. With some of the things happening to the Warriors – the controversy surrounding Stephen Jackson and the ongoing speculation about coach Don Nelson’s status – James offered him some advice. ‘’I guess there was a little chaos on our team,’’ he said.  ‘’He’s just making…

• Gameblog: Cavs vs. Golden State Warriors

  George Thomas

  17 Nov 2009 | 5:17 pm

  Post-mortem:  Cavs 114, Warriors 108 The good:  The Cavaliers continue to look better and better on offense after struggling early in the season.  They knew that they would get involved in an up tempo game with the Warriors and they were able to beat them at it.  Of course, it helps when you can shoot 58 percent from the floor in the process.  LeBron James led the Cavs with 31 points, 12 assists, followed by second-year big man J.J. Hickson – 21 points, nine assists – who continues to develop and have his share of defensive woes in the process The bad: In the process of…

• Pregame Notes: Delonte West, Shaq and the Warriors

  George Thomas

  17 Nov 2009 | 11:46 am

  Coach Mike Brown said that Delonte West will be activated for tonight’s game against the Golden State Warriors. How much playing time he gets remains to be seen.  In West’s three games of being inactive, others have stepped in to fill the void and his time. ‘’That depends on how the game unfolds in terms of his playing time, but he will definitely be in uniform with his teammates,’’ coach Mike Brown said. Guard Anthony Parker is starting to find consistency on both sides of the court and Jamario Moon has stepped up to claim minutes. ‘’We’ve had some success.  Guys have…

• Gameblog: Cavs vs. Utah Jazz

  George Thomas

  14 Nov 2009 | 5:50 pm

  Post-mortem:  Cavs 107, Jazz 103 The jury remains out on the Shaquille O’Neal trade, but tonight was a perfect example of why the Cavs traded for him.  O’Neal sat out the game with a shoulder strain and that left the Utah Jazz’s guards free to do some damange. Chief among them:  Eric Maynor, who replaced Deron Williams at the point tonight.  Maynor scored 22 points tonight, some on jumpers but a lot of it driving to the lane.  In total the Jazz scored 40 in the paint. J.J. Hickson had another outstanding game tonight offensively, scoring 20 points on 7-of-13 shooting. …

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  Sactown Royalty

• Preview: Kings at Mavericks

  Ziller

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:00 pm

  Sorry y'all, can't watch the game tonight. Something more serious weighing on my mind right now. Just kidding! Y'all know where my heart lies. It's Paul Westphal you need to crack. (SPOILER ALERT! Donte Greene started Tuesday.) THE OPPONENT For all the bouquets Phoenix (10-3) has been bestowed with, Dallas (9-3) has been just as surprisingly good. Don't forget that Josh Howard has (basically) missed the whole shebang, that Shawn Marion missed the team's win over the Spurs Wednesday and has generally had to work out his role in this odd rotation, and that Jason Kidd is older than Edward…

• Bee: Maloofs fold the Monarchs

  Ziller

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:44 am

  Bee: Maloofs fold the Monarchs

• Sacramento Bee: Mayor Johnson recruits 'dream team' on arena project

  Ziller

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:57 am

  Sacramento Bee: Mayor Johnson recruits 'dream team' on arena project It actually is a sort-of dream team. Well done, Mayor.

• I do believe that it is important and fair to paint an accurate picture of a player’s abilities, in ...

  Ziller

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:13 am

  I do believe that it is important and fair to paint an accurate picture of a player’s abilities, in that there is often a tendency to hype players up only to personalize their inability to meet those expectations. We attribute the incongruity between expectation and reality not to our own shortcomings as analysts, but to some failing of the athlete. This is most common at the team level, where fans will make a youngster out to be their savior–despite evidence to the contrary–only to turn on them. Kevin Pelton, Basketball Prospectus

• Forward Andres Nocioni (right hip pointer) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice....

  Ziller

  19 Nov 2009 | 12:48 pm

  Forward Andres Nocioni (right hip pointer) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice. Nocioni sat out Tuesday's game and was replaced by Donté Greene in the starting lineup. Jason Jones, Sacramento Bee

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• Bawful (Not) Doin' Work: Weekend Watch

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:25 pm

  I can't believe I was alive when this picture was taken. It's Friday! Since the powers that be at ABC decided to no longer celebrate this with Family Matters or Boy Meets World, I guess we're stuck watching basketball. Darn. Hopefully talking about it in the comments of this post will help you feel better about the lack of Urkel in your life.(And tying this back to yesterday's BAD post, the last time the Jazz won in San Antonio before last night? Boy Meets World was still cranking out new episodes. Jesus.) Since it's the weekend, we can't just use the standard Bawful After Dark title, right?

• Least Best of the Night: November 19, 2009

  20 Nov 2009 | 6:00 am

  Note: above image is 23.9% more humorous whenaccompanied with this sound effect. Amare Stoudemire: If you are wondering how the Suns gave up a fourth quarter lead and lose to the Charlotte Sting Hornets, you can point the finger at Sun Tzu. Amare Stoudemire ended with 23 points, but with only five boards on the night, he was out-rebounded by Darius Songaila (7) and Devin Brown (6). By no coincidence, the Suns were clubbered on the boards 38-56. Add 5 turnovers to the mix and Amare gives us the worst plus-minus of the game (-11). And Amare's chicken? It was smothered.Grant Hill and Channing…

• Bawful After Dark - November 19, 2009

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:08 pm

  BAD.Good evening everyone, and welcome to our second night of the BAD feature! (Oh, how I love that acronym) Please take advantage of the comments section to talk about tonight's games, and also we appreciate feedback about what you like and don't like about BAD. We are here to serve you. And make basketball-related dick jokes and obscure movie references. You know, either or.Small slate of games tonight (which means there's ample time to continue the Nash/Nowitzki MVP-worthiness debate), but before we get to the previews, a quick glance back at last night...Worst of the Night in Pictures:…

• My new favorite quote of all time

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:07 am

  This has nothing to do with this post, but it was the best picture Ifound while doing a Google image search for "Ron Artest crazy."Ron Artest, on throwing Trevor Ariza’s shoe in the stands:"Well what happened was…obviously I didn't know his shoe would come off that's the first thing conservative reporters. I didn't know his shoe was gonna come off. I don't speak to his feet so I don't know what his feet are thinking, I don't know what his toes are thinking, I don't know what he’s thinking. Then his shoe comes off and I'm like okay a shoe is not supposed to be on the basketball court…

• Taken for granted

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:50 am

  I know it's hard, but try to enjoy this...Note: Last night at my pickup league, I suffered my 278th busted lip and what might have been a mild concussion (which might explain why I spent the next several hours feeling nauseous and woozy). As a result, I couldn't spend my usual three-four hours researching and writing Worst of the Night. Yeah, sorry. So this is what I've got: something I threw together on the way into work.Have you taken a look at the season standings lately? The Atlanta Hawks (10-2) are the best team in the East. Out West, things are looking a little retro. And I mean retro…

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  DraftExpress Articles

• 2009 National Prep Showcase Preview

  19 Nov 2009 | 10:47 pm

  This weekend DraftExpress will convene on New Haven, Connecticut to take in some of the top players the world of prep school basketball has to offer. This event, organized by Adam Finkelstein, has treated us well over the past few years, allowing us to get invaluable early glimpses at players such as Michael Beasley, Tyreke Evans, Devin Ebanks, Craig Brackins, Avery Bradley and others. This will be our fourth consecutive year in attendance.

• New Content Section on DraftExpress

  19 Nov 2009 | 12:28 pm

  Starting today, you’ll find a new means of consuming the latest NBA draft content on DraftExpress, via the box directly underneath the article section on the front page. We’ll update this area daily with our latest thoughts on NBA draft prospects and other things going on in the basketball world...

• NBA Scouting Reports: Filling in the Blanks- Small Forwards (Part Two)

  17 Nov 2009 | 2:53 pm

  In these reports, we take a look at the point guards moving into their fourth year in the NBA. As we found when we identified which players from the 2005 draft were still in the League, the trajectory of a player's career is often unpredictable, which is why we opted to wait until this group was transitioning out of their rookie contracts to gauge their progress.

• European Roundup: Motiejunas Adjusting

  15 Nov 2009 | 6:48 am

  Donatas Motiejunas adjusting to life in the Italian first division with Benetton...Jeremy Tyler shooting himself in the foot...Gecevicius the top youngster in the Euroleague...Aradori emerging as a prospect...Milutinovic on fire early.

• Top NBA Draft Prospects in the Non-BCS Conferences, Part Four

  13 Nov 2009 | 10:43 am

  Our final look at the top NBA draft prospects in the non-BCS conferences culminates with scouting reports on Oakland's Keith Benson, Louisiana Tech's Magnum Rolle, Temple's Lavoy Allen, Nevada's Armon Johnson and La Salle's Rodney Green.

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  Hoops Addict

• Jamison’s Return Makes Quite An Impression

  Rashad Mobley

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:56 pm

  For the first time in the two years since I’ve been covering the Washington Wizards, I had a legitimate dilemma: Who was I going to interview after the game? On one side of the locker room there was new and improved Gilbert Arenas, who recently vowed to leave the drab, monosyllabic responses behind, in favor of the old effusive, “Agent Zero”.  Sure, Gilbert didn’t have the greatest of games (6-of-22 from the field, 18 points and eight assists), but a talkative Areans trumps the muted one any day. On the other side of the locker room there was Antawn Jamison playing…

• Game Notes: Cleveland vs. Washington

  Rashad Mobley

  18 Nov 2009 | 8:19 pm

  -This was the first game the Big 3 of Arenas, Butler and Jamison have played together since last year, when their opponent was also the Cleveland Cavaliers.  On that night, the Wizards snapped the 13 game winning streak of the Cavs, 109-101. During that game, Arenas had 11 points, 10 assists, Butler had 25 points and Jamison had 19.  Tonight, the Wizards snapped a five game losing streak of the Cavs and they won 108-91.    This time, Jamison was the lead scorer with 31 points and 10 rebounds, Butler had 19 points and 6 rebounds, and Arenas, despite shooting 6-for-22 from the field, had…

• Exclusive Interview With Taj Gibson

  Ryan McNeill

  17 Nov 2009 | 8:32 pm

  While doing research for the Bulls-Raptors game last week I have to admit I was surprised to find out Taj Gibson had secured a spot in the Bulls’ starting five. Sure, he entered this season as a first round pick, but during his time at USC he averaged a rather pedestrian 12.5 points and 8.5 rebounds and he looked to be strictly a bench player in the NBA. Throw in the fact that he’s an undersized power forward (6′9″ and 22 pounds) and I had some doubts about how effective he would be when facing bigger opponents in the NBA. But with Tyrus Thomas out a couple of weeks with an…

• Exclusive Interview with Grant Hill

  Rashad Mobley

  16 Nov 2009 | 1:59 pm

  About a week ago, I was talking to a friend of mine, and she asked me if I thought the career of Grant Hill was a sad one.  Initially when I sat and thought about it, I said to myself, she makes a very valid argument. The first six years of Hill’s career with the Detroit Pistons included All-Star games, playoff appearances, endorsements galore and comparisons to Oscar Robertson.  The next seven years of his career with the Orlando Magic, were filled with injuries, premature comebacks, surgeries, a near-death staph infection, and concerns about whether he would ever play again.

• Hoops Addict Podcast

  Rashad Mobley

  15 Nov 2009 | 7:09 pm

  If you’ve been visiting the Hoops Addict website for awhile, you know that Ryan McNeill and I wear many hats.  Sometimes we write, sometimes we interview, sometimes we hold the camera, and there are times when we are asked to be guests on other shows.  Recently, Ryan and I decided to combine all of our talents, and start a weekly podcast on this website. During these podcasts, we hope to discuss various issues around the NBA, bring you insightful audio clips, and share our unique perspective as individuals who cover the NBA full time.  We also encourage you the readers to contact us…

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  Blazersedge

• Around the League #1

  Dave

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:05 am

  Welcome to a new, hopefully semi-regular end-of-week feature we're trying called "Around the League".  Things being what they are, I get so caught up in talking Blazers that I seldom have a chance to address things that go on beyond our confines.  In these posts we'll do exactly that, plus mop up some Blazer topics that we didn't have time to treat in earlier conversation.  My intention is not to play the expert here as much to share opinions which could lead to interesting discussion.  So away we go! Get Well Paul Allen The most important real-life news out of the league…

• Game 14 Preview: Blazers vs. Warriors

  Dave

  19 Nov 2009 | 10:02 pm

  Game Time: 7:30 p.m.  TV:  KGW The Warriors come into this game 3-8, tightly clutching the coveted "At Least We're Not the Worst Team in the League" award by virtue of home victories over (wait for it...)  the Timberwolves, Knicks, and Grizzlies.  This exactly like Vanilla Ice saying he's a better listening experience than Milli Vanilli, Vicki from the Love Boat, and driving a slotted spoon through your brain.  The take-away lesson here is not to be a no-defense-playing, messy-mismatched-talent-having doormat disaster of a franchise when you go to Oakland or they're…

• Bill Simmons Addresses "Drexler's Pistons" at Beaverton Book Reading

  Ben.

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:14 pm

  Bill Simmons Addresses "Drexler's Pistons" at Beaverton Book Reading Chris Snethen, who blogs at On The Vig, tweets from the Bill Simmons book reading. ------- I asked about Drexler's Pistons. [Bill Simmons] said he was thinking Isiah [Thomas] and wrote Drexler. Said it's not even the 25th best typo. ------- -- Ben Golliver | (benjamin.golliver@gmail.com) | Twitter

• Another Cut for Blazers Broadcasting

  Ben.

  19 Nov 2009 | 10:59 am

  After letting go of studio host Tony Luftman and not televising a single pre-season game, Blazers Broadcasting has tightened its belt again, grounding sideline reporter Rebecca Haarlow for all road trips during the 2009-2010 regular season. Haarlow was absent from the Blazers' recent five game trip; many assumed it was because she was continuing her college football broadcasting work with FSN.  This morning, the organization confirmed to Blazersedge.com that Blazers Broadcasting has decided to cut back to a two-person on-air broadcasting team during road games while…

• Media Row Report: Blazers 87, Pistons 81

  Ben.

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:29 am

  More photos » by Don Ryan - AP Brandon Roy did enough to beat the Detroit Pistons Wednesday night but searched for answers after the game. Browse more photos » When I last spoke to Brandon Roy, prior to last week's road trip, I asked him how he wanted to play down the stretch, how he envisioned his role on this new-look Blazers team.  His simple, confident, declarative answer: "playmaker."  With teams getting hip to the Blazers 1-4 fourth quarter offense, Roy's thinking was straightforward: get by his defender, read the help defense, make sound decisions (pass or shoot)…

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  Dime Magazine (www.dimemag.com) : Daily NBA News, NBA Trades, NBA Rumors, Basketball Videos, Sneakers

• Another WNBA original folds

  Austin Burton

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:58 pm

  Whether you hate the WNBA, you love it, or you can simply appreciate what it brings to the basketball landscape, no true ballplayer likes to see a group of their own suddenly out of a job, or a loyal fan base left without a team. The WNBA’s Sacramento Monarchs folded today. The Monarchs were one of [...]

• Reebok Still Talkin’ Quote of the Day 11.20

  Dime Magazine

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:02 pm

  For the weekend’s edition of Reebok Still Talkin’ Quote of the Day, we take it back to the days of the VHS tape. Here are some of the best sound bites from players from the late 80s and early 90s like Byron Scott, John Salley, Reggie Miller and the great Larry Bird. My favorite is [...]

• The Marriage Between Tracy McGrady And The Rockets Just Isn’t Working

  Gerald Narciso

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:30 pm

  I refuse to be a cliche and quote a certain line Apollo 13 line here, but there are a few issues down in Houston. For awhile now, there has been some tension between Tracy McGrady and Rick Adelman and management, but the emotions are starting to boil over. According to a Yahoo! Sports article, McGrady [...]

• Clip of the Day: Shannon Brown Career Dunk Highlights

  Aron Phillips

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:28 am

  If you’re not aware of Shannon Brown’s complete body of work, check out this mixtape. Ridiculous. It has everything other than his poster on Mikki Moore.

• Marv Albert’s Not Scared Of 50 Cent

  Dime Magazine

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:58 am

  50 Cent is easily hip-hop’s biggest bully. He’s had beef with everyone from Ja Rule to The Game to Rick Ross. Now he can add legendary TV commentator Marv Albert to that list. According to a bizarre LA Times story, on Thursday night Marv Albert got into an altercation with 50 Cent and his [...]

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  CelticsBlog

• Rondo At Work Early

  Jeff Clark

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:53 pm

  More photos » by Charles Krupa - AP at work Browse more photos » This is good to hear.  His free throw shooting has been worse than terrible. Rondo, an early arrival, hard at work - Celtics Blog - Boston.com With Orlando in town again tonight for the first time since that playoff series, Rondo sat on the bench watching film of his free throws with Celtics assistant coach Armond Hill more than 3 1/2 hours before gametime. The pair then took to the court to practice Rondo's form. "That's too much," Rondo said of his grip on the ball, his right hand cocked out awkwardly to his…

• Celtics Battle Streaking Magic

  Greg Payne

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:26 pm

  by Brian Babineau - NBAE/Getty Images Dwight Howard will look to help shut down Paul Pierce tonight. (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) View full size photo » Boston Celtics (9-3) vs. Orlando Magic (9-3) Friday, November 20, 2009 8:00pm TV: Comcast SportsNet; ESPN; Radio: 850 AM WEEI Venue: TD Garden Game ThreadChat Room The Boston Celtics battle the Orlando Magic in a meeting of Eastern Conference heavyweights tonight at 8:00pm at the TD Garden. The Celtics snapped a modest two-game losing streak on Wednesday when they outlasted the Golden State Warriors 109-95 behind 18…

• Daily Links 11/20

  FLCeltsFan

  20 Nov 2009 | 7:36 am

  Herald    Thursday practice notesCeltics have new trick for MagicScouting report: Magic at Celtics Former NBA player Sam Bowie applies to be first black member at clubGasol scores 24 in debut, Lakers top Bulls 108-93Knicks in no rush to bring Allen Iverson into the fold Globe     Celtics believe in MagicMagic thumbnails Tough for Celtics not to believe in Magic A few more observations from Bird’s nest CelticsBlog    Are We Ready For The Magic?Loy's Place    Rottweilers Host the Poodles in Playoff…

• Forums Error - Now Fixed

  Jeff Clark

  20 Nov 2009 | 4:44 am

  Forums Error - Now Fixed Seems to be some error with the forums (redirecting to the main page). The Support team has been notified. Hope to have updates ASAP. UPDATE: The issue has been fixed. Thanks tech team!

• Are We Ready For The Magic?

  Jeff Clark

  19 Nov 2009 | 2:39 pm

  More photos » by Bill Kostroun - AP What's the over/under on games before Vince is out for the year? Browse more photos » Perhaps this will change as gametime gets closer, but is it just me or is there a lot less hype for this game than we would have anticipated coming into the season?  If you had asked me then how many losses these teams would have after a dozen games and I would have probably guessed 3 total, not 3 each. The Magic dropped some early games to the Pistons and Thunder and more recently to the Cavs, but they've been feasting on the bottom of the league in their…

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  Empty the Bench

• Fantasy Football – Week 11 WR Rankings

  Andrew Thell

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:53 am

  Calvin Johnson Photo Credit: Icon SMI Ranks Preview by Andrew Thell What are we going to do with you, Calvin Johnson? One season after his massive 78-reception, 1,331-yard, 12-TD, 17.1-YPC sophomoe campaign the Detroit Lions phenom has been held to just 32 receptions, 436 yards and 1 TD. One. It was thought the 6-5 physical freak out of Georgia Tech was immune to quarterback tumult after producing last season regardless of who was under center, but a combination of poor QB play and injury have continued to render your second-round pick the biggest bust in fantasy football this season. But if…

• Fantasy Football – Week 11 RB Rankings

  Andrew Thell

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:47 am

  Ray Rice Photo Credit: Icon SMI Ranks Preview by Andrew Thell You never think it’s going to happen this late in the season, but once again the running back landscape dramatically shifted in Week 10. Brian Westbrook may be done for the season, allowing LeSean McCoy owners to finally cash in on their prized sleeper pick. McCoy should be started in nearly all leagues against a Bears defense allowing 118+ yards per game on the ground and looking soft in all regards. The heavy workload caught up to Cedric Benson and the Bengals at last, making Bernard Scott a viable flex option at Oakland.

• Fantasy Football – Week 11 QB Rankings

  Andrew Thell

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:42 am

  Ranks Preview by Andrew Thell We recommended Vince Young as a sneaky play last week, saying, ” … there’s a decent chance Young puts up some rushing yards and scores on the ground against a Bills defense that has already allowed 12 rushing touchdowns and is ceding over 170 yards on the ground per game.” However, we still ranked Young modestly and were pleasantly surprised with his 210 passing yards and passing TD to go along with 29 rushing yards and 1 rushing TD. He’s an equally strong sneaky play this week against a Houston defense that’s better than Buffalo,…

• Fantasy Football – Week 11 Defense Rankings

  Brian Spencer

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:38 am

  Ranks Preview by Brian Spencer It’s hard to believe that we still have two offenses averaging less than 10 points per game: the Oakland Raiders are at 9.8, while the Cleveland Browns are somehow scoring even less at 8.7 per. Both units also average less than 120 total yards per game, which almost seems impossible when you consider that Tennessee Titans RB Chris Johnson is averaging more rushing yards per (121.2) than both of these embarassments do as a team. That should not happen at this level, but then JaMarcus Russell and Brady Quinn shouldn’t be starting quarterbacks either.

• Fantasy Football – Week 11 TE Rankings

  Andrew Thell

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:37 am

  Kellen Winslow Jr. Photo Credit: Icon SMI Ranks Preview by Andrew Thell Brent Celek is likely going to find his way into your starting lineup no matter what we say this week, but he is in line for a monster fantasy week. The Bears rushing defense is mediocre, but their secondary is in absolute shambles. Brian Westbrook has been Donovan McNabb’s favorite check-down target for years, but this week he’ll have to lean more heavily on Celek in the short passing game and around the endzone. Here’s a sneaky play for those of you desperate at tight end: Detroit Lions rookie Brandon…

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  Brew Hoop

• Game Thread 10: Bobcats/Bucks

  Frank Madden

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:37 pm

  2009/2010 NBA Season 3-8 (0-6 road)6-3 (5-1 home) November 20th, 2009 Bradley Center 7:30 PM Radio: 620 WTMJ TV: FS Wisconsin Probable starters: Raymond Felton PG Brandon Jennings Stephen Jackson SG Charlie Bell Gerald Wallace SF Carlos Delfino Boris Diaw PF Ersan Ilyasova Tyson Chandler C Dan Gadzuric (29th) 93.6 - OFFENSE -  104.7 (20th) (4th) 100.0 - DEFENSE - 99.1 (3rd) (30th) 87.4  - PACE -  94.5 (9th)   Click for the preview in words and pictures... Injuries.  All the hopes for the Bucks in 09/10 seemed conditioned on one simple caveat: "If Andrew Bogut and…

• Here we go again? Bogut to miss 2-4 weeks

  Frank Madden

  19 Nov 2009 | 6:04 pm

  More photos » by Gary Dineen - NBAE/Getty Images Sadly, we won't be seeing this for a while. Browse more photos » Just when it was starting to be fun to be a Bucks fan, this happens.   Figures, right?The Bucks announced today that Andrew Bogut will miss up to a month thanks to the so-called "left leg strain and contusion" he suffered in the waning minutes of last night's win over New Jersey.  Bogut suffered the injury on a loose ball under the Nets' basket, playing one more possession before walking to the locker room under his own power.   It was hoped…

• Recap: Bucks 99, Nets 85

  Alex Boeder

  18 Nov 2009 | 10:52 pm

  [Above: Delfino planting and scheming for a corner three. It's good.] Box Score MILWAUKEE - These were supposed to be two of the worst teams in the conference, in the NBA, maybe in the world judging by the preseason prognosticators. But only one team looked the part of miserable in the first half. And it wasn't the 0-11 Nets. It was the Bucks who looked like the team playing the second night of a back-to-back in the opening two quarters. It was the Bucks who handed the Nets the confidence of an 11-0 team. And it was the Bucks who made Terrence Williams look like Tracy McGrady circa 2003. But…

• Game 9: Nets/Bucks

  Alex Boeder

  18 Nov 2009 | 5:32 am

  Last January: Ridnour, for the win. 2009/2010 NBA Season 0-11 (0-6 road)5-3 (4-1 home) November 18th, 2009 Bradley Center 7:00 PM Radio: 620 WTMJ TV: FS Wisconsin Probable starters: Rafer Alston PG Brandon Jennings Chris Douglas-Roberts SG Charlie Bell Trenton Hassell SF Carlos Delfino Terrence Williams PF Hakim Warrick (?) Brook Lopez C Andrew Bogut (30th) 92.2 - OFFENSE -  104.3 (20th) (12th) 103.2 - DEFENSE - 99.9 (5th) (23rd) 91.5  - PACE -  94.9 (8th)   Click for the preview in words and pictures... UPDATE: Luc Mbah a Moute is out with a sprained left foot. …

• Redd targeting Friday return, forward spots due for a change?

  Frank Madden

  17 Nov 2009 | 10:56 pm

  More photos » by Morry Gash - AP Ilyasova's willingness to mix it up could earn him a starting spot Browse more photos » From the JS comes news that Michael Redd is hoping to be back in uniform for Friday night's matchup with the Bobcats.  Redd has out with a strained left patella tendon since suffering the injury October 31 in the Bucks' home opener, and will have a fitness test on Thursday. "I was just running up and down, just making sure I can cut and run and sprint a little bit. I'm going to try to give it a go Thursday in practice. They're throwing me to the wolves…

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  Golden State Of Mind

• OPEN THREAD #12: Blazers vs Warriors - The New Team Heads Home

  Fantasy Junkie

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:15 am

  Prepare to have nightmares of Brandon Roy Warriors: 3-8 Blazers: 9-4 Tip-Off: 7:30pm TV: CSN Bay Area Radio: KNBR 680 Blog Buddy: Blazers Edge   The big, bad Blazers come to Oakland with their big, oft-broken center, Greg Oden, and big star Brandon Roy. This is a very good team and they're going to be good for a long time. In a few years, perhaps next year, this team could challenge for the title. Jealous? Yes. They just have guys that are easy to root for. On the other side of the floor, the Warriors are, well, the Warriors you know and love. But, Warriors basketball post-Jax…

• NBA Talking Points: Where The Little Guys Get Some Love

  Atma Brother ONE

  20 Nov 2009 | 11:04 am

  NBA Talking Points: Where The Little Guys Get Some Love This week in the mothership: 1. Six Feet And Under: The Lightning Bug Era 2. Chris Paul, Injured 3. Ron Artest Is Nic Cage; Wizards Fans Are Dr. Stanley Goodspeed 4. Gilbert Arenas Reminds Us He's Awesome 5. A Nuggets Fan Meets George Karl 6. Chinese Trading Cards: This Is Why Globalization Is Good 7. A Perfect Quarter Of Basketball 8. Lebron: The Anatomy Of Douchebaggery 9. Captain Jack, The Bobcat: Sometimes You Get What You Deserve 10. The NBA's Dock Ellis

• Fine-art Friday: The breakup of "We Believe" as a Mike Meezy slow jam. [Fear the Beard] GSoM friend...

  Atma Brother ONE

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:54 pm

  Fine-art Friday: The breakup of "We Believe" as a Mike Meezy slow jam. [Fear the Beard] GSoM friend Mike Meezy of the mighty FTB crew drops the smoothness to accompany some Warriors highlights.

• Chris Webber and Kevin McHale Talk Don Nelson and Golden State Warriors on NBA TV

  Atma Brother ONE

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:15 pm

  This past Tuesday's matchup between the Golden State Warriors and Cleveland Cavaliers was selected by hoops fans worldwide to be televised on NBA TV for Fan Night. I never knew so many hoops junkies were so hyped about watching new Warrior Valdimir Radmanovic! Preview/ Game Thread RECAP: Warriors 108, Cavaliers 114 - A Victorious Loss 1993-1994: Good times in Dubs land. Anyhow CWebb and the Celtics eternal employee Kevin McHale had some interesting things to say about the Dubs and Nellie. Jump for a video and some quotes. NBA TV's Chris Webber on Golden State Warriors head…

• SB Nation NBA Power Rankings, Week 3

  Atma Brother ONE

  19 Nov 2009 | 11:59 am

  SB Nation NBA Power Rankings, Week 3 Scroll down, way down, and you'll find the GSW.

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  Blog a Bull

• Lakers 108, Bulls 93

  your friendly BullsBlogger

  20 Nov 2009 | 6:54 am

  Pace Eff eFG FT/FG OREB% TOr Chicago 96.0 96.9 48.2% 14.3 21.3 15.6 LA Lakers 112.5 48.9% 19.6 29.2 12.5   Just too big, too good. They actually fought with them for a lot of the 1st half, but when the Lakers started hitting 3-pointers it was one team they couldn't stink out. ANALYSIS! I did actually think Rose looked more sprightly, a lot of close finishes didn't happen and he was really going up against the trees. And John Salmons had a decent game. And Noah still rules. But yeah, the Lakers are the ideal. Though when I see the Bulls walk in to their arena and get waxed I can't help…

• Open Game Thread #11 OVERFLOW: Bulls at L.A. Lakers

  your friendly BullsBlogger

  19 Nov 2009 | 8:45 pm

  Likely no recap 'til the mornin'

• Open Game Thread #11: Bulls at L.A. Lakers

  your friendly BullsBlogger

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:30 pm

  TNT! New thread at 10:45.

• Game Preview #10: Chicago Bulls vs. Los Angeles Lakers

  Prevenge

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:47 pm

  [Thanks to Prevenge for today's game preview. -ed.] Or, as it is otherwise known, "The Return of Crazy Pills". You may have heard of the Los Angeles Lakers. They're a pretty good basketball team. Have one or two good players. Well, then they have Crazy Pills, or [as he is otherwise known] Ron Artest, the man who is changing his number to 37 because that's the number of weeks Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' was number 1. Apparently, the Lakers thought that Trevor Ariza wasn't worth the same amount of money as Artest, despite Ariza proving in the playoffs that he was a very good role-player…

• Gar Forman's team is on the floor

  your friendly BullsBlogger

  18 Nov 2009 | 9:53 pm

  It seems to be that point in the NBA season where teams are figuring out what they have and don't like, and as a result the rumor mill has been re-charged, buoyed especially this season by more prominent out-of-work NBA vets than usual. But the Bulls will do nothing. Not because of their usual impotence and lack of foresight, but because they very publicly backed themselves into a corner this past offseason, and it's actually best for their goals that they do nothing. They do not want to go into the luxury tax this season. At about $1m under currently, they haven't so far even used that room…

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  Indy Cornrows

• Game Thread #10: Cleveland Cavaliers at Indiana Pacers

  Tom Lewis

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:30 pm

    8-45-4 Novermber 20, 2009 - 7:00PM EST Conseco Fieldhouse Radio: 1070AM WFNI   TV: Fox Sports Indiana Probable starters: Mo Williams PG T.J. Ford Anthony Parker SG Brandon Rush LeBron James SF Dahntay Jones J.J. Hickson PF Danny Granger Zydrunas Ilgauskas C Roy Hibbert The Indiana Pacers try to start up a fresh winning streak when they take on LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers tonight at Conseco Fieldhouse. Yes, one can be a winning streak. The Pacers should have no problem getting up for this one, with a capacity crowd electrifying the joint they'll need to…

• IC Cold Links: Waiting On the Cavaliers at Pacers

  Tom Lewis

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:45 am

  Ah, I made it through the whole day yesterday without seeing the infamous clips from the Palace Brawl. Mission accomplished. I couldn't believe all of the articles with "Five Years Later" and thoughts on the brawl from Ron Artest, John Green or Ben Wallace. I mean, I didn't care what these guys thought about the brawl five days after it happened, let alone five years. In five years, John Green has come to realize alcohol probably played a role. Genius. I guess I just moved past it  a while ago. Now bring on the Cleveland Cavaliers! Zooming out to the big picture, after beating the…

• Pacers' Chemistry Remains A Work In Progress, But Well Worth The Effort

  Tom Lewis

  19 Nov 2009 | 7:17 pm

  On the Dan Dakich show this past Wednesday, Coach Dakich and Quinn Buckner (audio link) delved into one of my favorite topics related to basketball and that is the team dynamic and meshing personalities to create strong chemistry.  The discussion began with a little praise for Roy Hibbert and how his work ethic has helped his game develop while his personality has helped the team develop. I know all of the advanced stats are interesting and do a pretty good job of indicating what is working and what isn't for a team. In fact, I'm constantly poring over those numbers looking for…

• IC Cold Links: Reliving Painful Pacers Memories From Last Night, Five Years Ago

  Tom Lewis

  19 Nov 2009 | 3:41 am

  More photos » by Michael Conroy - AP Al Harrington enjoyed finishing off the Pacers last night. Browse more photos » The sober light of day doesn't take the sting away from the opportunity for a win that slipped away from the Pacers last night. Credit the Knicks for staying in it for all 48 minutes because they were close to being knocked out early in the fourth, but kept coming when the Pacers couldn't deliver the decisive blow. The Pacers showed they still need to mature as a group after not reacting well in the face of a little adversity last night. The self-inflicted…

• Knicks 110, Pacers 103: Pacers Crumble Down The Stretch

  Tom Lewis

  18 Nov 2009 | 7:59 pm

  More photos » by Michael Conroy - AP Wilson Chandler and the Knicks rose above the Pacers at winning time. Browse more photos » "They beat the heck out of us in the fourth quarter." Uh, yeah. Jim O'Brien stated the obvious in his post-game comments after witnessing his Indiana Pacers lose control of a game they grasped for most of the night before eventually letting it go, losing to the visiting New York Knicks, 110-103. The Pacers had a 13-point lead with 7:30 left in the fourth quarter and then just crumbled down the stretch. The home team ran out of gas and answers, while…

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  Bright Side Of The Sun

• Practice Report: Nash Says Suns Got "Fat" and "Cozy" with 10-2 Record

  Phoenix Stan

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:01 pm

  Steve Nash was not happy with his team's effort in Thursday's loss to the Hornets. (Photo by Max Simbron) View full size photo » Unlike last week when the Suns came home from a road loss to the Lakers and took Friday off before a Sunday game, today they went hard for a full two hours. The media are let in for the last half hour of practice which almost always is just guys taking shots on their own or in small groups and perhaps a group of four or six of the younger players doing some extra work with the assistant coaches. Today though Coach Gentry had the team going hard in five on five…

• Steve Nash, that’s all it is. If you look at this team (now) and go back to when they had the best ...

  Phoenix Stan

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:38 pm

  Steve Nash, that’s all it is. If you look at this team (now) and go back to when they had the best record in the West (Conference) when Mike D’Antoni was there, the only constant has been Steve Nash. This is the perfect situation for him. It’s an honor and pleasure for me, living in Phoenix, to watch this team every team. This guy has the heart of a lion, he is unbelievable. Barkley on Steve Nash being a constant presence on the Suns

• Hornets sting Suns 110-103

  PanamaSun

  19 Nov 2009 | 10:59 pm

  More photos » by Layne Murdoch - NBAE/Getty Images Peja showed that he can still shoot the three. Browse more photos » During this game, The Phoenix Suns were victims of a severe case of Amnesia. They forgot to not underestimate an opponent. They forgot that they need to earn every win. They forgot to do the little things that have led them to have a good record to start the season. They forgot that they still have a lot to prove. The Suns went to New Orleans with a 10-2 record, tied for the best record in the NBA with The Atlanta Hawks and had a chance to improve to 11-2 facing a…

• Game Thread: Suns vs Hornets

  Phoenix Stan

  19 Nov 2009 | 4:00 pm

  Final - 11.19.2009 1 2 3 4 Total Phoenix Suns 22 27 27 27 103 New Orleans Hornets 26 26 26 32 110 Complete Coverage >   Suns vs Hornets coverage Suns vs Hornets preview Suns vs Rockets boxscore Jeff Bower Gets First Victory; Hornets Beat Clippers - At The HiveThe Hornets beat the Clippers, but it wasn't pretty. Predicted Player of the Game FG 3PT FT Rebounds Misc G M M A Pct M A Pct M A Pct Off Def Tot Ast TO Stl Blk PF PPG 2009 - Chris Paul 10 33.9 8.5 14.3 59.4 1.9 2.9 65.5 4.9 5.8 84.5 0.3 3.1 3.4 9.2 2.1 1.7 0.0 2.8 23.8 Miss you, CP3! but with you on the bench resting…

• GAME PREVIEW: SUNS VS. HORNETS (less Chris Paul and Byron Scott)

  Wil Cantrell

  19 Nov 2009 | 12:26 pm

  More photos » by Bill Haber - AP See, Sean Marks everyone! (AP Photo/Bill Haber) Browse more photos » My how the mighty have fallen. The New Orleans Hornets plight is one that every Suns fan can relate to. Sucking, then becoming a contender, and then sucking again. Going through a coaching change, etc. Of course the Hornets  descent from up-and-comers to down-and-outers was much shorter than the Suns. What in God's name happened to these guys? In 2008 the Hornets picked up 56 wins, and barely lost in the Western Conference Semifinals to the dreaded San Antonio…

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  Bullets Forever

• Open Thread: Washington Wizards vs. Oklahoma City Thunder, Regular Season Game 11

  Mike Prada

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:37 pm

  by Chris Carlson - AP Brendan Haywood knows what DeAndrew Jordan is going through in this picture. View full size photo » I'm going to fill in the rest (read: why we might need Dominic McGuire tonight, why I love every member of the Thunder except Russell Westbrook, why Nenad Kristic shooting is cool by me and how excited I am for Andray Blatche to tear up Etan Thomas) when I get home, but for now, begin chatting.  Tonight's game is at 8, and as a reminder, I'll be chatting on Comcast Sports Net's Web site, so stop by there please if you can as well.

• Despite struggles, Caron Butler remains optimistic, undeterred

  Mike Prada

  20 Nov 2009 | 2:10 pm

  More photos » by Susan Walsh - AP 1 day ago: Washington Wizards forward Caron Butler (3) goes up for a shot over Cleveland Cavaliers forward Jawad Williams (31) during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game at the Verizon Center in Washington, Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009. The Wizards beat the Cavaliers, 108-91.(AP Photo/Susan Walsh) Browse more photos » Every time I've talked to Caron Butler, I've come away struck by his supreme confidence.  Perhaps it has something to do with his deep voice, which makes you think he's Terry Mann from Field of Dreams.  But while…

• Reminder: I'm chatting on ComcastSportsNet.com tonight

  Mike Prada

  20 Nov 2009 | 10:39 am

  Reminder: I'm chatting on ComcastSportsNet.com tonight So feel free to drop by and pepper me with some hard-hitting questions.

• DC Sports Bog: Earl Boykins bench-presses more than you

  Mike Prada

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:24 am

  DC Sports Bog: Earl Boykins bench-presses more than you Steinberg once again proves he's the man.

• Plus, we don’t have LeBron. Seriously, if the guy said tomorrow that he was going to run for P...

  Mike Prada

  20 Nov 2009 | 8:47 am

  Plus, we don’t have LeBron. Seriously, if the guy said tomorrow that he was going to run for President, (CNN’s) Anderson Cooper would be on SportsCenter for 30 minutes talking about why he’d make a good president." J.J. Redick to Magic.com's John Denton (via Third Quarter Collapse). So conflicted right now. Do I admit that I actually like J.J. Redick for one day, or does my disdain for him override my hatred for LeBron?

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  SI.com - NBA

• FanHouse: How much lower will winless Nets go?

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:22 pm

• Gasol returns to lift Lakers to easy win over Bulls

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:22 pm

  After missing the first 11 games of the season, Pau Gasol returned in style. He led the Lakers with 24 points and 13 rebounds, as L.A. had no trouble knocking off the Bulls 108-93.

• FanHouse: McGrady, Adelman fight over return

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:22 pm

• Gus Johnson talks Knicks, surprises

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:22 pm

• Maloofs to shut down WNBA's Monarchs franchise

  20 Nov 2009 | 3:21 pm

  SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- The Sacramento Monarchs folded on Friday, a shocking and disappointing development for the WNBA and one of its original eight franchises.

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  BMac's Blog: The Rants of a Basketball Maven

• Save the Monarchs

  20 Nov 2009 | 1:14 pm

  I am not the biggest WNBA fan in the world (or Sacramento), but I think it is sad to see the Monarchs dissolve.I am proposing to follow through on an idea that I have written about previously. I suggest that some Monarchs fans form an entity, find some residents with some cash and play games at the Memorial Auditorium downtown. What a location for games!! That would be great summertime action to

• The Exploitation of the College Athlete

  20 Nov 2009 | 9:51 am

  Before I start my rant, I want to preface my comments. I think the NBA Age-Limit was a mistake. I do not think that academically unprepared students should go to four-year schools; that is why we have junior colleges. I think that the one-and-done athlete undermines the educational mission of prestigious academic institutions. I do not think that the NCAA should be tax exempt. I do not believe

• Brandon Jennings and the NBA Draft

  19 Nov 2009 | 10:20 am

  Over the last year, I think that I was pretty fair and accurate in my writing about Brandon Jennings and his choice to go to Europe (More to the point, I drafted a documentary featuring Jennings that attempted to show him in the best possible light that his handlers refused to participate in).I saw it as a reasonable decision, but questioned the choice of teams because of the opportunities for

• Youth Basketball Coaching Association

  2 Oct 2009 | 12:06 pm

  The Youth Basketball Coaching Association is an effort to provide resources, assistance and credibility to the most important link in the basketball player development system: the youth coach (8-14 years old).During these years, players learn the basic fundamentals of the game, but more importantly, they develop (or not) the passion for the game, the practice habits that carry them throughout

• 180 Shooter: Deliberate Practice, Shooting and Individual Workouts

  25 Aug 2009 | 7:53 pm

  180 Shooter Shot Tracker Program: use an online program to improve your knowledge of your players' shooting and to teach players of the value of deliberate practice through tracking their practice.

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  NBA.com: Bucks News

• Bucks Read to Over 1000 Students 11/19/09

• GAMEDAY: Milwaukee vs New Jersey - 11/18/09

• Jennings rings up 55 for Bucks rookie record

  Last year Jennings averaged 5.5 points through 27 games for Lottomatica Virtus Roma. When news of Jennings' latest exploits made its way overseas, the folks "over there" probably figured somebody punched the '5' key twice.

• Jennings Stops by for Supper - 11/17/09

• Bucks to Join Over 1,000 MPS Students in Support of Read to Achieve

  Bucks players and coaches will read to over 1,000 Milwaukee Public School students at the Milwaukee Art Museum. Each student will receive books for their home libraries with a total of ten thousand books being distributed by the conclusion of the event.

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  NBA.com: Bulls News

• Pippen: Kobe, Phil and the Lakers the team to beat

  At the beginning of the season, Bulls legend Scottie Pippen went on record to say Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers have a chance at winning 72 or more games this year.

• Deng shares fifth annual Thanksgiving dinner with 700 visitors

  The Chicago Bulls and Luol Deng provided Thanksgiving dinner for more than 700 visitors to the Pacific Garden Mission on Sunday.

• For Hornets to move forward, Paul needs to go

  According to Sam Smith, The New Orleans Hornets are prepared to begin breaking up their team. And they should. The main move should be to trade Chris Paul.

• For Derrick Rose, No. 25 more than just a jersey

  Twenty five years after Simeon Career Academy standout Ben Wilson was tragically killed, the school officially retired his No. 25, a number that was reserved for the best Simeon players, including the Bulls' Derrick Rose.

• Home Improvements at the United Center

  If you haven't noticed the changes at the United Center in Chicago, just take a look around. While so much exciting action has been taking place on the floor, its surrounding seating options have developed some impressive showmanship of their own.

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  NBA.com: Cavaliers News

• The Optimist

  The Cavaliers had their five-game streak snapped in the Capital on Wednesday night, but look to resume their winning ways in a Friday night matchup with the Pacers in Indy. The Big O sees big things for the Wine and Gold.

• What's in a Number?

  In any sport, your number is more than just a number. Whether it's luck, a tribute or any strange reason. Your number's your identity. That goes for the Cavaliers, as well. So, why do the Wine and Gold wear the digits they do?

• Final Dime: Wizards 108, Cavaliers 91

  The Cavaliers led at half, but the Wizards outscored Cleveland by 10 in the decisive third quarter, handing them their first loss -- 108-91 -- in almost two weeks. LeBron James led everyone with 34 points.

• The Optimist

  After taming the Warriors, the Wine and Gold come to Washington as winners of five straight. But they've had their troubles in the nation's capital. Cavs.com's sunshine analyst sees all that changing on Wednesday night.

• Final Dime: Cavaliers 114, Warriors 108

  Golden State got within a point late in the game, but the Cavaliers used a 7-2 run to pull past a shorthanded Warriors squad for their fourth straight, 114-108, on Tuesday night at The Q.

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  NBA.com: Grizzlies News

• Grizzlies players and staff lend a hand with Downtown Cleanup

  Rudy Gay, O.J. Mayo, Hasheem Thabeet and DeMarre Carroll joined Grizzlies Academy students and Grizzlies employees to get down and dirty for the good of the city of Memphis on Friday, November 13.

• Grizzlies statement re: Allen Iverson

  Chris Wallace released a statement on Allen Iverson today.

• Grizzlies sign Jamaal Tinsley

  The Grizzlies signed free agent guard Jamaal Tinsley, an original draft pick of the club in 2001, Grizzlies General Manager and Vice President of Basketball Operations Chris Wallace announce

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  NBA.com: Heat News

• HEAT Remaining National TV Games

  HEAT Remaining National TV Games All Times Eastern

• HEAT to Host Annual Thanksgiving Celebration

  MIAMI11/19 Partnering with presenting sponsors Goya Foods and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, as well as the Miami HEAT Charitable Fund, Miami HEAT players, coaches and the HEAT Wives Club look

• FANCASTIC: HEAT 90, Hawks 105

• HEAT Dancers Magazine & Poster Unveiling Held at The AmericanAirlines Arena

  MIAMI, 11/18 - The Miami HEAT have announced that it will host its 2009-10 HEAT Dancers magazine and poster unveiling on the front steps of the AmericanAirlines Arena on Friday, November 20 at 8:00 p.m.

• FANCASTIC: Thunder 100, HEAT 87

  For the Fans, by the Fans. Your thoughts on the Thunder/HEAT game.

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  NBA.com: Hornets News

• Hornets Players Debut Mardi Gras Uniforms

  Hornets players Julian Wright and Darren Collison debuted the Hornets' Mardi Gras uniforms on Nov. 18., which will be worn annually during the Mardi Gras season and will feature designs inspired by the city of New Orleans and the Carnival tradition.

• Hornets Announce Partnership with Audubon Insectarium

  The Hornets announced today that the Audubon Insectarium will be the presenting partner of Hornets' mascot, Hugo the Hornet.

• Bob Licht: In the Lane - Bower Wears Another Hornets Hat

  TV play-by-play announcer Bob Licht sat down with the newest Hornets head coach Jeff Bower to find out how the transition from front office to courtside seat is going.

• Rival Report: Clippers.com Dena Beth Krischer - 11/17/09

  Throughout the 2009-10 regular season, Hornets.com will be interviewing writers from other NBA websites to obtain unique insights on the Hornets opposition, prior to home games at the New Orleans Arena.

• Rival Report: Trail Blazers TV Broadcaster Mike Barrett - 11/13/09

  Throughout the 2009-10 regular season, Hornets.com will be interviewing writers from other NBA websites to obtain unique insights on the Hornets opposition, prior to home games at the New Orleans Arena.

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  NBA.com: Jazz News

• PAUL MILLSAP TO GO BEHIND THE COUNTER AT UTAH McDONALDS IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL McHAPPY DAY FUNDRAISER

  Utah Jazz forward Paul Millsap will step behind the counter at McDonalds today to help support Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) of the Intermountain Area in support of McHappy Day, McDonalds signature global fundraising event supporting children and

• Utah Jazz vs. Detroit Pistons, 11/21/09

  The Pistons make their annual appearance at EnergySolutions Arena tonight and the Jazz hope to continue a recent mastery of Detroit. Utah has won six straight over the Pistons here in Salt Lake City and have swept the last four season series for an overal

• Utah Jazz at San Antonio Spurs, 11/19/09

  Deron Williams scored 21 points and the Utah Jazz finally ended their decade-long misery in San Antonio with a 90-83 win over the Spurs on Thursday night.

• Locked on Blogs: 2009

  Last 2 games of the road trip Carlos Boozer averaged 25 pts and 12 rebounds while hitting 20 of 32 shots. In 2006-07 Boozer ripped apart the Raptors averaging 29 pts and 15 rebs in the two games while shooting over 70%.

• Broadcasting Information

  Listed are your Utah Jazz official radio affiliates, and broadcast partners.

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  NBA.com: Kings News

• Gavin Maloof Answers Your Questions

  Kings Co-Owner Gavin Maloof took some time Thursday to answer a handful of questions from his mailbag.

• Exclusive: SKDT Calendar Launch

  Join members of the Sacramento Kings Dance Team to celebrate the unveiling of the new Sacramento Kings Dance Team Calendar at The Park Downtown.

• Tyreke Evans Injury Update

  An MRI taken today of Sacramento Kings guard Tyreke Evans' left knee revealed an acute patellar bone bruise.

• See the New Young Kings in Action!

  2009-10 Kings individual game tickets are on sale now.

• 2009-10 Kings Training Camp Roster Announced

  The Sacramento Kings have announced their 2009-10 Training Camp Roster.

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  NBA.com: Knicks News

• Danilo Gallinari Helps Commemorate Exhibition Game vs. Maccabi Tel Aviv to Benefit Migdal Ohr

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  NBA.com: Lakers News

• Lakers Gameday | 11/19/09 | Bulls | Photo Gallery

  View photos from the Lakers-Bulls Game on Thursday night.

• Lakers Gameday | 11/19/09 | Bulls

  In his regular season debut, Pau Gasol led all scorers with 24 points in the Lakers 108-93 win over the Bulls at home. Kobe Bryant's 21 points made him second on the Lakers' all-time scorers list.

• Lakers Practice Report: 11/18/09

  To the collective pleasure around L.A.'s practice facility - from Kobe Bryant to Phil Jackson to Gasol himself - it appears that Pau will return to the starting lineup when the Chicago Bulls come to town on Thursday.

• Lakers Gameday | 11/17/09 | Pistons

  Kobe Bryant dropped 40 points on the Pistons as the Lakers bounced back Tuesday night with a 106-93 win over Detroit. Andrew Bynum (17 points, 12 rebounds) had a double-double.

• Lakers Gameday | 11/17/09 | Pistons | Photo Gallery

  Check out photos from the Lakers 106-93 win over the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday night.

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  NBA.com: Magic News

• Denton: Magic-Thunder Notes

  Van Gundy wants Carter to play in attack mode more often, whether that means more shooting or at least driving to the hoop to set up others. Van Gundy is even hoping that some time at point guard might spark Carter to think of himself as more of a playmak

• Denton: Van Gundy Deals With Injuries

  It would be one thing if the Orlando Magic had simply been hit with a rash of injuries, but it's how this combination of injury, illness and suspension has piled up like cars in a freeway accident that has most frustrated coach Stan Van Gundy.

• Nelson to Undergo Arthroscopic Knee Surgery

  Orlando Magic point guard Jameer Nelson will undergo arthroscopic surgery Wednesday morning to repair a torn meniscus in his left knee.

• Denton: Rashard Ready to Return

  Rashard Lewis is back tongiht against the Bobcats, and not a minute too soon considering the sad state of the Magic. Marcin Gortat isn't expected to play because of an illness, J.J. Redick is doubtful and Brandon Bass will be less than full strength.

• Denton: Magic-Nets Postgame Analysis

  Orlando's superstar center Dwight Howard had his best all-around game of the season, throttling the Nets for 26 points, 12 rebounds and five blocked shots in the Magic's 88-72 defeat of the short-handed, winless Nets.

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  NBA.com: Pistons News

• Richard Hamilton Serves Hot Meals to Those in Need

  Detroit Pistons guard Richard Hamilton is serving hot Thanksgiving meals to those in need during the 13th Annual "Thanksgiving for the Homeless and Needy" event in Pontiac.

• What's Gone Right

  Everybody knows what's gone wrong with the Pistons' season - injuries to Rip Hamilton and Tayshaun Prince. The list of what's gone right is longer, even if its effects are being muted by the injuries. See True Blue Pistons for the checklist of good news.

• Pistons Provide Food for 8,000 Detroit Families

  Players, Palace employees and volunteers distribute Thanksgiving supplies through Gleaners Community Food Bank

• Pistons Mailbag - Thursday, November 19, 2009

  Questions and answers from Keith Langlois.

• Postgame Quotes - November 18, 2009

  Pistons at Trail Blazers

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  NBA.com: Spurs News

• Spurs Links for Nov. 20, 2009

  Jazz break through against Spurs Spurs' Ginobili to miss 7 to 10 days Fire Pop? That was the last time Suicidal Thoughts and Home Losses Jazz end decade of futility Team wins in SA for first time in 10 years Behind the Box Score: Utah 90, San Antonio 83

• Download The Spurs Toolbar!

  Show off your Spurs spirit, enjoy easy access to a Yahoo! search bar, and stay informed with up-to-the-minute team updates by downloading the new Spurs Toolbar for your web browser.

• Gameday: Spurs vs. Jazz: November 19, 2009

  Tim Duncan provided 21 points and nine rebounds but the Spurs lost a close one to the Jazz 90-83 at home on Thursday night. The loss snapped the Spurs' 20-game regular-season home win streak against the Jazz.

• Spurs Links for Nov. 19, 2009

  Preview: Utah Jazz at San Antonio Spurs The Injury Bug Bites Hard Spurs Need Offense and Defense to Come Together Ginobili out, Parker doubtful for Jazz Jazz (5-6) at Spurs (4-5) Mavs outplay Spurs in OT Injury bug bites Spurs again Parker, Ginobili hurt -- so does Spurs' brain Behind the Box Score San Antonio 94, Dallas 99

• Quotes: Spurs @ Mavericks: November 18, 2009

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  NBA.com: Suns News

• Newsroom Notes: Suns @ Hornets

  The Suns suffered their third loss of the season at the shorthanded hands of the Hornets on Thursday night and here are five notes from the game that you should know…

• Postgame Quotes: Suns vs Hornets, 09/11/19

• Suns can't keep up with Hornets

• Newsroom Notes: Suns @ Rockets

• Suns Bench Comes up Big in Houston

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  NBA.com: Timberwolves News

• Wolves Taken Down by Rockets

  Al Jefferson returned to the lineup and had 20 points and 10 rebounds for the Wolves in a 97-84 home loss to the Rockets on Wednesday night. Jefferson made his first eight shots from the field.

• Wolves vs Rockets Gameday

  Following a loss to the Suns on Tuesday, Houston enters the Target Center with a 6-5 record. The Wolves hope to snap a losing skid and welcome back Al Jefferson to the lineup.

• 5 on 5: Around the League

  Jonah Ballow and John Focke discuss the Wolves' gameplan after 10 straight losses, the possible retirement of Jordan's jersey, Jennings' success, challenges for the Lakers, and a recent trade move.

• Nathan Jawai: Australian Impact

  Nathan Jawai hails from Australia on a select list of current NBA players that were born in the land down under. His impressive coordination is a result of experience on the pitch.

• 1-on-1 with David Kahn

  Jonah Ballow sat down with president of basketball operations David Kahn to discuss the misconceptions surrounding the Wolves new-look offense.

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  NBA.com: Warriors News

• Warriors-Trail Blazers Gametime Preview - 11/20/09

• Warriors-Celtics Game Recap - 11/18/09

• Warriors-Celtics Game Preview - 11/18/09

• Warriors-Cavaliers Game Recap - 11/17/09

• Warriors-Cavaliers Gametime Preview - 11/17/09

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  NBA.com: Wizards News

• Earl Boykins Not Your Typical NBA Veteran

• Jamison Leads Wizards Rout of Cavs

• Game Preview: Thunder vs. Wizards

• Wizards Return to China After 30 Years

  To commemorate the 30th anniversary of the team's historic trip to china in 1979, the Washington Wizards embark on a goodwill trip with a 10-day visit from September 5-15 to the cities of Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou, Chengdu, and Yingxiu.

• Getting to Know Your New Wizards

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  Knicks Defense

• What the…

  knicksdefense

  19 Nov 2009 | 1:52 pm

  Well, I guess Iverson is coming to the Knicks? Thanks Bilz for letting a Knick fan know. Not sure what are the terms of the deal, whether it is a one-year or not, but it seems to be in the midst of happening. Did not think I’d see Iverson in a Knick jersey when we bought our season tix. And all of this is happening right when we have our biggest winning streak of the season…

• Knicks @ Pacers

  knicksdefense

  18 Nov 2009 | 3:18 pm

  Here we go… Let’s hope they play differently on the road, more loose, yet more cohesive. Curry’s first game, coach D’Antoni says he’ll play in the first start. See if this changes anything.. Two things to note in the MSG pregame. 1.  Malik Rose is well-spoken and I have no problem with him being with the MSG team as an analyst. 2.  Eddy looks pretty skinny in the practice footage they showed.  He did have a t-shirt on that could have concealed his actual weight, but he grew some kind of goatee and they were showing him slam down a few offensive rebounds. Could…

• Never going to jump ship

  knicksdefense

  17 Nov 2009 | 7:48 pm

  I don’t care if we go 1-81 on the season, I’m sticking with my team, good times or bad. We haven’t seen the playoffs since 2003, haven’t won a playoff game in even longer, but it doesn’t matter, because when you’re a real fan of a team, you stick with them. Yes we have a bad owner. Yes we could have drafted differently, more successfully dating back to the time we drafted Nene and traded him for McDyess. Yes its true we may not get our pick of the free agent litter. No I can’t stand to root for another NBA team. No I will not write D’Antoni and…

• Brandon Jennings

  knicksdefense

  15 Nov 2009 | 5:04 pm

  Before everyone writes off Donnie Walsh for picking Jordan HIll (too late) instead of Brandon Jennings and his recent 55 point outburst, let me must say one thing, right here and now: Crawford scored 50 points twice in an NBA season, it was, quite frankly the reason Isiah Lord Thomas went after Crawford so aggressively in the free agency that led to him being signed with the Knicks. Do I wish Crawford were back here with the Knicks? NO. Truth be told, Walsh doesn’t want any ego-centric malcontents on this team, which is probably why he steered clear of Jennings this past NBA draft.

• A few words on Davidson fans

  knicksdefense

  15 Nov 2009 | 11:04 am

  They are rude, and they are dorks. I rooted for Stephen Curry when he was in college too, but to wear dorky Davidson jerseys over dress shirts and ties, to sit in the aisles and clog up traffic and not move out of the way so season ticket holders can pass by, what a bunch of scrubs. For that, I’m glad that Curry didn’t get much burn and they wasted their money buying for a game they otherwise have no interest or business being there to see. Apparently there is no silver lining for knicks fans this year, but that will not stop me from rooting for my team despite the obvious…

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  And One - cleveland.com

• Costumed Cavs

  Carolyn I Hastings

  1 Nov 2009 | 1:40 pm

  Halloween in Shaker began with a father/son Freddie Krueger duo out for Nestles bars and ended hours later with the Cavs treating the Bobs to an offensive onslaught. Delonte West, recently absent from the team but always in our hearts, stepped into his Cavs costume and, in keeping with the spooky theme, #13 scored 13.

• Deja Q

  Carolyn I Hastings

  28 Oct 2009 | 4:39 pm

  20,562 dwindled quickly. Long before the final buzzer ended the excruciating fourth quarter, fans were shaking their heads and heading to the exits. Bench points were minimal, Shaq caught the ball just outside of the optimal under-the-basket-and-plunk-it-in position, Anthony Parker showed promise and newness at the same time as an on-the-money pass from LB bounced off his head and into the stands. OK, maybe it didn't bounce off his head but you get the point. Joe Tait declared Anthony Parker the recipient of a critical lesson - when LeBron is on the floor, the ball may arrive with little…

• Cavs Countdown

  Carolyn I Hastings

  25 Oct 2009 | 9:38 am

  Always nice to begin the season with a James Naismith tribute; one man, one ball, two baskets, endless entertainment. Rob Rains, co-author of “James Naismith: The Man Who Invented Basketball”, offers a glimpse into the life of bball’s greatgranddaddy, outside of the sports arena. [Writing for the New York Times](http://www.nytimes.com/2009/10/25/sports/basketball/25naismith.html?_r=1&emc=tnt&tntemail1=y), Rob places basketball within the broader context of Naismith’s life, goals, experiences and passions.

• Brick by Brick - The LEGO Book

  Carolyn I Hastings

  20 Oct 2009 | 6:18 pm

  Long time readers will remember my slightly unhealthy obsession with all things LEGO. And now the ultimate reward - The LEGO Book.

• Augmented Reality

  Carolyn I Hastings

  20 Oct 2009 | 5:09 pm

  If your reality is diminishing, you may want to check out Topp's new 3-D trading cards, created in conjunction with Total Immersion, a company based in France and specializing in augmented reality. Here is what TI does:

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  The NBA Breakdown

• The NBA Breakdown Weekly Recap #2

  20 Nov 2009 | 12:33 am

  The NBA Breakdown provides their thoughts on stories from around the league. LBJ wants the NBA to retire Jordan`s #23 across the league and never to be worn by another player. What do you think? Speaking of King James - How do you think he`ll fare as a football player? He thinks he can do it. What the heck is going on with the Golden State Warriors!?! Does Don Nelson have control of this team? What do you think of Brandon Jennings and his 55 point performance? Was he a steal at the #10 pick? Dave and I weigh in with our own thoughts and as you`d expect, the sparks were flying. The NBA…

• Now You Know!

  19 Nov 2009 | 5:00 am

  It's a well known fact that there's no better way of bringing people together then having a common shared passion - And if you didn't know, now you do!Although The NBA Breakdown crew covers the entire league, we also believe heavily in supporting our hometown Toronto Raptors - And if you didn't know, now you do!I gotta say there's a ton of great sites out there that do a fantastic job of telling the NBA story from a Canadian perspective.I recently had an opportunity to hook up with some cool cats behind Hip Hoop Junkies for a Q&A.Hip Hoop Junkies takes a fresh perspective on the game of…

• Ty Lawson -- D.J. Mbenga's Worst Nightmare

  17 Nov 2009 | 3:34 pm

  Denver Nuggets rookie point guard, Ty Lawson decided to stop dunking on D.J. Mbenga, so he could take some time to speak with Audley and I this weekend.This Sunday at 9pm ET, you'll hear Ty talk about many things including his success at the University of North Carolina, and what current NBA players he can't wait to see on the court.During that same show, Carl Berman and Chris Denker from "NetScouts -- The International Basketball Connection" will join us to discuss some up and coming collegiate and European players we should look out for.Alright, we have to show this one more time. Ty, why…

• The NBA Breakdown Meets WhoThe Man

  15 Nov 2009 | 12:16 am

  What's happening y'all!Just thought we'd fill you in on a new partnership taking place between The NBA Breakdown crew and our friends over at Whotheman.com.Dave and I will be delivering weekly video features to get you up to speed on all your hoops action which can be viewed here. Whotheman.com is your number #1 source for on-line sports opinion and debate so it's only fitting that we extend the conversation over there.Check out the debut video.The NBA Breakdown - For hoops talk, the way it should be!

• Isaiah "J.R." Rider Speaks Out On The NBA Breakdown!

  9 Nov 2009 | 7:49 pm

  Hey everybody!Get ready because we have an EXCLUSIVE interview on The NBA Breakdown this Sunday! 1994 NBA Slam Dunk Champion, Isaiah "J.R." Rider will join us!In our interview, the talented yet controversial former NBA high-flyer wasn't afraid to reveal things he's never publicly mentioned before until right now.For example, he'll fill you in about his depression. Here's a sample.He also isn't shy about critiquing LeBron's chances of winning the 2010 Slam Dunk contest.Here's a taste of that conversation.In addition, Isaiah gives us the scoop on his documentary which should be coming out in…

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  Cavs News

• Cavaliers beat Warriors for fifth straight win

  Tariq Ali

  18 Nov 2009 | 7:12 am

  LeBron James had 31 points and 12 assists, and J.J. Hickson continued his solid play with another career-high 21 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers held the short-handed Golden State Warriors, winning 114-108. The Cavaliers were short handed, playing without Shaquille O’Neal and Anderson Varejao. Jamario Moon left in the third quarter with a sprained left ankle and will be out for tomorrow’s game at Washington. Also, coach Mike Brown doesn’t expect Shaq who missed his second straight with a … [visit site to read more]

• Warriors trade Jackson to Bobcats

  Michael Granito

  16 Nov 2009 | 11:11 am

  Stephen Jackson was traded from Golden State along with guard Acie Law to Charlotte for guard Raja Bell and forward Vladimir Radmanovic. Stephen Jackson was at the center of numuros trade rumors the past few weeks. The Cavaliers were ready to part away with some of their core players … [visit site to read more]

• LeBron James Changes His Number

  Tariq Ali

  14 Nov 2009 | 12:43 pm

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• Dwyane Wade Monster Dunk on Anderson Varejao

  Tariq Ali

  14 Nov 2009 | 12:42 pm

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• LeBron James Visits MSG

  Tariq Ali

  14 Nov 2009 | 12:40 pm

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