By Wally OK ... we're at the Final Four stage for the NBA and NHL playoffs. Let's get some predictions from the Pine on how the playoffs will unravel for each sport. I'll start: NBA: Lakers over the Suns in 6. This just isn't a good size/position match-up for Phoenix; LA's size and length plus skill at the paint positions will be the difference. Magic over the … [Read more...] about NBA & NHL: Final Four Predictions
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NBA Thumbnail Tales | Conference Semis 2010
By Paul Gotham Brief notes on the second round of the playoffs. Eastern Conference Celtics vs. Cavs Cleveland grabbed the one-game advantage. Is it a case of too little, too late for the Cs? Doc Rivers waited until now to call out Rasheed Wallace's defense. It's not like we didn't see this coming. On the offensive end Rajon Rondo is going to need some help if the … [Read more...] about NBA Thumbnail Tales | Conference Semis 2010
Deron Williams, the Internet, and Our Sports Priorities
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell Some have said that the Internet is one of the greatest contributions to society in the past century. Sometimes I worry that the Internet, for all the advantages it has given us, does more to reveal our skewed priorities rather than advance us. Most mornings I visit a common news site. I usually visit CNN because from there I can link directly to … [Read more...] about Deron Williams, the Internet, and Our Sports Priorities
NBA Thumbnail Tales | Opening Round ’10
By Paul Gotham Eastern Conference Bulls vs. Cavs Maybe the Bulls could show as much spirit on the court as their coach, Vinny Del Negro, and GM, John Paxson, show off the court. I missed the announcement of "Joakim Rules." Maybe Vinny should consult with Joe Girardi. It's kind of nice how the Bulls positioned themselves to be the Cavs' appetizer. Chicago won 10 of its … [Read more...] about NBA Thumbnail Tales | Opening Round ’10
Wally’s Holiday Wishlist
Dear Santa, I've been pretty good this year ... okay, maybe just a bit better than average ... so I have a pretty modest wish list for you. The great thing about this list is that you don't have to rush the elves to GET 'ER DONE by 12/25. Nope, this list can be accomplished over several weeks ... even months, if not years. Okay ... coming clean here ... some of the … [Read more...] about Wally’s Holiday Wishlist