by Rey I recently attended a high school state all-star basketball game. There were two guards from a state championship team that I looked forward to seeing play. Behind me, a discussion began about one of the players, a point guard that will attend Yale. "Why is he going to Yale? He ain't going pro if he's going to the Ivy League. Must not have had a lot of offers. … [Read more...] about When Will The Ivy League Produce Another NBA Talent? Part I
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NBA Splinters | July 26, 2009
by Rey >Much Ado About Dunking I was at a conference all last week. I briefly caught ESPN one day in my hotel room and noticed that a video of the infamous LeBron-James-getting-dunked-on-at-his-own-camp surfaced. In case this hasn't been stuffed down your throat yet, here it is: As we all expected, right? This was no big deal. Of course, many have over-analyzed … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | July 26, 2009
Lamar Odom’s Choice: Money or Legacy
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell In some ancient folklore, the quest for immortality came by way of courage, loyalty, and successful battle. No currency existed; no riches, so to speak, upon a warrior's return. The quest was more about valor and honor in one's people and purpose. Check Beowulf. Scandinavian folklore is entrenched with those continuing to fight well beyond what … [Read more...] about Lamar Odom’s Choice: Money or Legacy
NBA Splinters | July 18, 2009
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell >Clippers interested in Iverson; Sterling more concerned with ticket sales than team's success Yahoo! Sports reported earlier in the week that Clippers owner Donald Sterling is interested in signing Allen Iverson to - get this - sell tickets. Win games? Not important. Develop young talent. Who cares? Sterling is correct that Iverson would … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | July 18, 2009
NBA Splinters | July 12, 2009
by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell >Boston signs Rasheed Wallace; Celtics showing their desperation? The 2008 NBA Champions signed Rasheed Wallace to a two-year deal. The thirty-four year old forward leaves the Detroit Pistons behind after winning an NBA Championship and apparently cleaning up his act since his Portland "Jail" Blazer days. This signing makes sense on … [Read more...] about NBA Splinters | July 12, 2009