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Expanding NBA’s 50 Greatest Players to 65 | Part 3

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by Patrick 'Rey' Reynell View Part 1 and Part 2 of this discussion. In case you've missed the first two parts, we’re attempting to expand the NBA’s 50 Greatest Players to accomodate its 65th anniversary as a league in two seasons. After two rounds of voting, here are the players and their respective number of votes: Tim Duncan - 5 Kobe Bryant - 5 Bob McAdoo - … [Read more...] about Expanding NBA’s 50 Greatest Players to 65 | Part 3

NBA Thumbnail Tales | Conference Semis 2010

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By Paul Gotham Brief notes on the second round of the playoffs. Eastern Conference Celtics vs. Cavs Cleveland grabbed the  one-game advantage. Is it a case of too little, too late for the Cs? Doc Rivers waited until now to call out Rasheed Wallace's defense. It's not like we didn't see this coming. On the offensive end Rajon Rondo is going to need some help if the … [Read more...] about NBA Thumbnail Tales | Conference Semis 2010

NBA Thumbnail Tales | Opening Round ’10

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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

Rebounds & Putbacks | 12/27

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By Paul Gotham Just another night at the office Steve Nash’s numbers on Christmas Day: 14 pts. on 6-10 shooting from the field/ 1-1 from the free throw line and 1-3 from the arc. To go with those points, Nash accumulated eight assists. The final number should not be overlooked. With eight, Nash had more assists than baskets made. Phoenix defeated the lowly … [Read more...] about Rebounds & Putbacks | 12/27