By Joe Manganiello Experts banter all the time about how collecting valuable assets in the NBA is one of the hardest jobs a GM has to do. Well what about deciding who stays and who goes after a roster has seemingly “too many” assets - how hard must that job be? That is what Thunder GM Sam Presti wrestled with for much of the offseason and through the month of October as … [Read more...] about Presti makes tough but correct decision as the Thunder were due for a shave anyway
Brittany Wilson, Wumi Agunbiade and the A-10 Shuffle
News and Notes from around A-10 women’s basketball Are you ready for the A-10 Womens basketball 2012-13 season? Getting to know the Dayton Flyers Cooking with the St. Joseph's Hawks George Washington basketball invades Fort Myers; honors Military The George Washington University Men's and Women's Basketball teams proudly held the annual Colonials … [Read more...] about Brittany Wilson, Wumi Agunbiade and the A-10 Shuffle
Six Divisions in Six Weeks: Central (part one)
By Joe Manganiello 5. Cleveland Cavilers (’11-’12 record: 21-45) Best player: Kyrie Irving did not just silence any doubters heading into his rookie campaign, he eliminated them. Irving might be the best number one overall selection since Derrick Rose in 2008, showing poise and efficiency that John Wall and Blake Griffin, despite their obvious talents, have not … [Read more...] about Six Divisions in Six Weeks: Central (part one)
Dayton favored in A-10 Women’s Basketball Preseason Poll
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – After capturing its first Atlantic 10 Women’s Basketball title and making the program’s third straight trip to the NCAA Tournament, Dayton has been tabbed as the team to beat this season, according to a vote of the league’s 16 head coaches. Richmond and 2009 champion Charlotte rounded out the top three, respectively. Dayton (23-7/12-2) returns six letter … [Read more...] about Dayton favored in A-10 Women’s Basketball Preseason Poll
Six Divisions in Six Weeks: Atlantic (part two)
By Joe Manganiello 3. New York Knicks (’11-’12 record: 36-30) Best Player: Carmelo Anthony finished two full points below his career ppg mark last season, in large part because of the strike-shortened season, a coaching change and injuries. His field goal percentage (.430) was the lowest since his second season in Denver. Carmelo was taking 18.6 shots a night this past … [Read more...] about Six Divisions in Six Weeks: Atlantic (part two)