By Kyle Soppe Boston destroyed a statistically solid defense in Miami on their way to a surprising 115-107 victory over the Heat. The Celtics had one player shoot under 50% from the field (Ray Allen) while the Heat had one player shoot over 50% (Mario Chalmers). Kevin Garnett made 11 of 14 shots from the field, and the Celtics have won 80% of the games in which he … [Read more...] about Box Score Breakdown | Celtics @ Heat
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Box Score Breakdown: Bulls @ Knicks
By Kyle Soppe What better way to celebrate Easter with a great hoops game and a playoff at the Masters? I'll leave the golf analysis to long time Bubba fan, Smitty, and offer my take on the Knicks thrilling 100-99 overtime victory over the Bulls . If you glance at the box score or watch the highlights on ESPN, the first thing you'll see is Carmelo Anthony. He poured in a … [Read more...] about Box Score Breakdown: Bulls @ Knicks
Box Score Breakdown | Celtics @ Bulls
By Kyle Soppe The "Ray Allen off the bench" era started last night in Chicago, but failed to initiate enough of a spark, as the C's fell 93-86. Carlos Boozer and Luol Deng are taking the bull by the horns with Derrick Rose still sidelined, as they carried the Chicago to a second half comeback. Boozer tallied more rebounds than points for the second time in three games, a … [Read more...] about Box Score Breakdown | Celtics @ Bulls
Box Score Breakdown | Spurs @ Cavs
By Kyle Soppe In an age where many teams believe on building a team around a "Big 3", the Spurs are succeeding the old fashioned way; by building a great, top to bottom. Every member of the Spurs played a role in a Tuesday night blowout of the Cavs, as the visitors coasted to a 125-90 win. The Spurs "Big 3" accounted for only 26.4% of the teams points. San Antonio … [Read more...] about Box Score Breakdown | Spurs @ Cavs
Box Score Breakdown | Hornets @ Lakers
By Kyle Soppe Here's an uncommon headline for NBA fans: "Lakers overcome Kobe to defeat Hornets". But that's exactly what happened on Saturday night, as the Lakers came back in the fourth quarter to beat New Orleans 88-85. Kobe Bryant missed his first 15 shots, more shots missed than any other player in the league last night. He connected on 1/8 three pointers, leading to … [Read more...] about Box Score Breakdown | Hornets @ Lakers