By Joe Manganiello Tony Parker remains the cream of the crop in terms of point guards driving and finishing at the rim. His 65.5 percent eFG% from close range is ridiculous (that number also increases during crunch time). He has a knack for using whatever space is available to him and firing like a rocket to the rim. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ba36AeNeLE After … [Read more...] about Conley, Gasol Are Key to Pace of Western Conference Finals
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Box Score Breakdown | Spurs @ Clippers
By Kyle Soppe The "aging" Spurs beat the "up and coming" Clippers, proving that they aren't quite ready to call it the end of an era. Neither team really wanted to win this game, as both teams blew leads of 13+ points, but the Spurs capitalized on a late turnover to win in Lob City, 103-100 in overtime. The Spurs have won 10 straight games, the longest streak in the … [Read more...] about Box Score Breakdown | Spurs @ Clippers
NBA Splinters | July 28, 2009
What Happens In Vegas... Summer is in full swing, and that means Summer League basketball. Thanks to NBA TV basketball junkies can catch some hoops in the month of July. Devoid of the pomp and circumstance that goes along with the regular season, Summer League hoops has a throwback feel to it. There are no player introductions prior to tip-off. The coverage is not state … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | July 28, 2009