By Dave Holcomb Despite J.R. Smith's 30 points and Carmelo Anthony's strong fourth quarter, New York loses to NBA-worst Milwaukee Bucks There never really is such a thing as a must-win game the first week of February in the NBA, but with Knicks still a game out of eighth place after winning four of its last five, and facing the Milwaukee Bucks, the only team in the league … [Read more...] about Knicks drop must-win in Milwaukee
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NBA Power Rankings: January 31 (All-Star Selection Edition)
By Joe Manganiello and Dave Holcomb 1. Oklahoma City Thunder: Kevin Durant would win the MVP award if the season ended today, so of course he is starting the All-Star game. (Go Slim Reaper!) But how weird is it that the best team in the West only gets one All-Star? Chalk it up to Westbrook’s injury, and the field being completely loaded - Serge Ibaka is really having an … [Read more...] about NBA Power Rankings: January 31 (All-Star Selection Edition)
Bulls grind past sluggish Spurs
By Dave Holcomb Seven players reach double figures as Chicago holds San Antonio to 86 points Going through a tough stretch during a season and having to overcome adversity is one of the biggest cliches in today's sports, but that is just what the Spurs are doing right now. San Antonio dropped its third straight game for the first time this season and the team's eighth … [Read more...] about Bulls grind past sluggish Spurs
Kevin Durant extends scoring streak, hits game-winner against Atlanta Hawks
Durant outdoes Millsap in Player of the Week battle By: Joe Manganiello Paul Millsap is fresh off an Eastern Conference Player of the Week honor, and remains the most important player for Atlanta if they want to hold onto the three-seed without Al Horford. There is no question, however, who was the best player on the floor Monday night in Oklahoma City. Kevin Durant … [Read more...] about Kevin Durant extends scoring streak, hits game-winner against Atlanta Hawks
NBA Power Rankings: Jan. 24th
By Joe Manganiello and Dave Holcomb 1. Oklahoma City Thunder: With Kevin Durant on fire, and Serge Ibaka proving worthy of his first career All-Star selection, it’s safe to say the Thunder are doing just fine while Russell Westbrook recovers from surgery. 2. Indiana Pacers: It’s kind of scary how Miami has all-but-conceded home court advantage through the playoffs - like they … [Read more...] about NBA Power Rankings: Jan. 24th