By Paul Gotham Van Gundy criticizes Carter's defense...or lack thereof It sure didn't take long, and it sure comes as no surprise that Stan Van Gundy voiced his displeasure with Vince Carter's defensive effort in practice. On the second day of practice, Wednesday, Carter decided to take off a play and let JJ Redick go back door for an easy deuce. Van Gundy let Carter … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | October 2nd, 2009
Mike D'Antoni
Trick or Treat
The day of ghouls and goblins is upon us, so come on faithful readers of CCWW and share some tricks or treats with deserving members of the sports world. I got a treat for New York Knick head coach, Mike D'Antoni. Coach D'Antoni what's your flavor? Do you like Three Musketeers? I got a bag full after you took the overpaid, uninspired, and … [Read more...] about Trick or Treat
There’s hell; then there’s the Knicks’ payroll
Donnie Walsh and Mike D’Antoni must be history buffs. How else can one explain their assumed roles in the reconstruction of the New York Knickerbockers. Instead of riding off into retirement Walsh signed on as general manager. D’Antoni left Phoenix after leading the Suns to four consecutive fifty win seasons. To understand the magnitude of their decisions is to understand … [Read more...] about There’s hell; then there’s the Knicks’ payroll