First Team all-NBA G- Kobe Bryant (5th place in my MVP voting) Kobe Bryant is still doing it, man. Surrounded by more question marks than any Laker roster since the Malone/Payton experiment in ’03-’04, Bryant has been forced to watch injuries, roster changes and a monumental coaching switch derail the first third of the season. The Lakers are a losing team, stuck … [Read more...] about Joe Manganiello’s Trimester all-NBA selections: First Team
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Six Divisions in Six Weeks: Central (part two)
By Joe Manganiello 3. Milwaukee Bucks (’11-’12 record: 31-35) Best player: The Brandon Jennings era in Milwaukee is entering its fourth season. Jennings is coming off his best season yet as a professional, where he saw his points-per-game, field-goal percentage, assists and steals all rise while his turnovers decreased. At the age of 23, Jennings might be a top 10 … [Read more...] about Six Divisions in Six Weeks: Central (part two)
Splitter, Huertas lead Brazil past Great Britain 67-62
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell In Group B play today, host Great Britain (FIBA ranked #43) is still seeking its first win on home soil in these 2012 Olympics while Brazil (FIBA ranked #13) moved closer to the medal round with a 67-62 victory. The first quarter left much to be aesthetically desired as both teams shot poorly (Brazil 2/20, Great Britain 4/15). Great Britain … [Read more...] about Splitter, Huertas lead Brazil past Great Britain 67-62
NBA Splinters | July 10, 2010
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell >Joe Johnson wanted for theft In case you're like me and avoid the contract numbers, Joe Johnson left the 2010 free agency bonanza with the most money. The Atlanta Hawks will give him a reported $120 million for the next 6 years. That's around $10 million less than Dwayne Wade and LeBron James. And don't forget they fired their coach, the one who … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | July 10, 2010
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