Blog Feed: Protect the Paint

Carmelo Anthony LINSTANTLY derails Knicks

Published on 2012-02-20 21:32:20

Carmelo Anthony’s return to Madison Square Garden was surrounded by as much worldwide media hype as possible and a loss to the New Jersey Nets. Yes, the New Jerseys Nets. The question dominating all others: Will Carmelo Anthony be able to coexist with Jeremy Lin, and can the Knicks continue to be successful? Well, the [...] > read more

Tracy McGrady Angry Over Playing Time

Published on 2012-02-20 01:31:09

Tracy McGrady is letting his unhappiness and opinions regarding his lack of playing time known, using the media as his platform to utter out explicits and calling out head coach Larry Drew. “I’m tired of this (bleep),” McGrady said, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. “You can put that in the paper, I don’t give a (bleep).” [...] > read more

Allen Iverson needs Incentive Based Contract

Published on 2012-02-17 01:23:12

Allen Iverson is in trouble with money. He probably still can play a bit of ball too. But NBA teams must be thinking whether he is worth the money or not. Would AI sign a 10-day contract? Not likely. League wide NBA management likely have reservations about signing him after his stints with Memphis and [...] > read more

Allen Iverson Dead Broke, No Joke

Published on 2012-02-15 00:11:42

Allen Iverson is broke. It also appears he has no way to find “The Answer” that a Georgia Court demanded he provide. The former NBA superstar had his bank account seized after a Georgia court mandated that his account be seized after failing to pay $860,000 in dues for jewelry purchases. Perhaps he got overzealous [...] > read more

Hypocritical Shaq Criticizes Dwight Howard

Published on 2012-02-14 21:04:19

Shaquille O’Neal made comments recently stating that if Dwight Howard leaves the Orlando Magic it would be considered a travesty. This is the same Shaq that abandoned the same Orlando Magic for the Los Angeles Lakers. Furthermore, isn’t the Los Angeles Lakers one of the few elite teams that Howard himself wants to go to? [...] > read more

Luol Deng Finally an All Star

Published on 2012-02-09 20:54:47

Luol Deng of the Chicago Bulls was finally recognized by NBA coaches and was selected to play in his first NBA All Star game. Deng has long been a favorite of mine to watch, and felt he is one of the leagues most underrated players. Hailing for Wow, Sudan, and even though his game doesn’t [...] > read more

All Star Game Voting Blunders

Published on 2012-02-04 04:52:25

In a truncated NBA season which has already been marred by injuries, bad officiating, and poor play due to slow starts, the “fan voted” NBA All Star starters have been announced. In most cases the fans seemed to get it right. However, I must take note in a serious miff by all the voters. His [...] > read more

New York Knicks “Black Hole Ball” Will Not Work

Published on 2012-01-27 22:42:34

Carmelo Anthony is a black hole on offense. He holds onto the ball as valuable seconds of the shot clock becomes devoid. Amare Stoudemire is also a player whom is considered devoid of ball distribution skills. Did anybody not see this coming? If you look at the Denver Nuggets, and how dramatically improved they are [...] > read more

Danny Ainge and the Celtics Driving on Flat Tires

Published on 2012-01-24 22:47:39

The Boston Celtics are falling apart faster than the rubber of a blown tire flying off the rim on a car being driven by a negligent driver who is trying to get to a service station as fast as possible. The driver seems to be sitting in the car, pushing on the gas, holding the [...] > read more

Ladies and Gentlemen, We have an Eddy Curry Sighting

Published on 2012-01-20 02:35:51

He’s back. He’s looking fit, and sweating like a pig, in all of his 6 minutes, he scored 6 points on 2-3 shooting, and 2-2 from the free throw line. He also grabbed a few boards. Perhaps it was the South Beach Diet, but whatever it was, Eddy Curry is looking ready to resume a [...] > read more

Steve Kerr on the Money: LeBron James is Scottie Pippen 2.0

Published on 2011-06-14 22:48:02

Steve Kerr’s recent commentary analyzing LeBron James as more suitably being compared to Scottie Pippen is strikingly accurate. Pippen has gone on record saying he thinks LeBron is potentially better than Jordan, and in fact is the person respo > read more

We Can All Learn From Mark Cuban

Published on 2011-06-14 00:15:24

Mark Cuban decided to stop talking. Mark Cuban and the Dallas Mavericks now have their first title. Head coach Rick Carlisle advised Cuban to keep his mouth under wraps, and allow his team do do the talking for them. Even now that the Mavericks are N > read more

Jason Kidd and Dirk Nowitzki are Finally NBA Champions

Published on 2011-06-13 00:16:57

The Dallas Mavericks are officially NBA Champions, having executed revenge against the same franchise that defeated them 5 years ago. Dirk Nowitzki is the deserving NBA Finals MVP. Jason Kidd, at the ancient-by-NBA-standards age of 38, finally tastes > read more

Dirk, Kidd, Tyson, and Mavericks on Verge of Title

Published on 2011-06-10 09:03:30

We all know we should not count LeBron and the Miami Heat out, even down. But Dirk Nowitzki is playing out of his mind, and I can honestly say, and growing up in the Golden State of NBA Warrior Mind makes this even harder to utter, for the FIRST TIME > read more

Steve Nash PSA Supports Gay Marriage

Published on 2011-05-25 00:06:36

Steve Nash has released a video endorsing gay marriage. There has been a lot on this topic recently about gays in sports, especially after Phoenix Suns president and CEO Rick Welts’ revealing he is gay, its good to know that there are NBA playe > read more

Chicago Bulls Dominate Miami Heat in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals

Published on 2011-05-16 00:01:20

The Chicago Bulls did everything right during game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, demolishing the Miami heat championship-like fashion. The Bulls owned Miami in the 4th quarter, outscoring them 31-19 in crunch time. The Bulls had everything goin > read more

Derrick Rose and Chicago Bulls Take 3-2 Series lead over Atlanta Hawks

Published on 2011-05-10 22:05:09

Derrick Rose and Luol Deng delivered a dramatic 1-2 scoring punch to lead the Bulls over the Atlanta Hawks. The Bulls regained the series lead, and are back in charge, leading the Eastern Conference Semfinals 3-2. MVP Derrick Rose had 33 points and 9 > read more

Has Kobe’s Championship Window Closed in Los Angeles?

Published on 2011-05-10 03:04:21

Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers championship and “Threepeat” hopes had the door emphatically slammed shut this week after Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks shocked the basketball world,  sweeping Los Angeles in four games. Cr > read more

Dallas Mavericks Eliminate the Lakers’ Home Court Advantage, Up 2-0

Published on 2011-05-05 01:04:55

The Dallas Mavericks have shocked the sports world (this writer included, whom predicted they would be eliminated effortlessly) taken the first two games from the Los Angeles Lakers, in Los Angeles, and now have a commanding  2-0 lead heading back t > read more

NBA MVP Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah lead Bulls past Hawks to Equalize Series

Published on 2011-05-04 21:58:30

NBA MVP Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah lead the Chicago Bulls back into the Eastern Conference Semifinals with stellar performances against the Atlanta Hawks, winning 86-73. Rose finished with  25 points, 10 assists and 6 rebounds while Noah had 19 po > read more

2011 NBA Western Conference Semifinals Predictions: Grizzlies vs. Thunder, Mavericks vs. Lakers

Published on 2011-05-01 23:06:27

Memphis Grizzlies vs.  Oklahoma City Thunder If Zach Randolph continues playing basketball the way he is now, it is hard to imagine any team stopping the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies are the first team since the Golden State Warriors in 2007 to > read more

2011 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals Predictions:

Published on 2011-05-01 04:52:00

Now that the first round of the NBA playoffs has closed, things are tightening up on the NBA. Taking a look at the Eastern Conference Semifinals, and how these teams match up, I will give you my predictions. Barring major unexpected play from someone > read more

WIth Rudy Gay out for the Season are the Memphis Grizzlies Playoff hopes done?

Published on 2011-03-22 18:10:28

Memphis Grizzlies star Rudy Gay’s partially separated shoulder injury has not gotten any better after a fierce rehabilitation attempt, and will require season ending surgery, according to Yahoo! Sports. With only 11 games remaining in the regul > read more

Derrick Rose and Chicago Bulls going to the Finals

Published on 2011-03-20 02:12:37

Can the Chicago Bulls win it all? Michael Jordan thinks the Bulls can. He also endorses Derrick Rose. Rose should win his first MVP award this year. Tom Thibodeau is the obvious candidate for Coach of the Year. The Bulls made strides even though they > read more

Should Kevin Love Resign with Timberwolves?

Published on 2011-03-11 02:11:38

Kevin Love has left little doubt around the league  as to how skilled and talented he is. He’s a monster on the glass and a multifaceted threat on offense with his shooting, ability to convert offensive rebounds, superior free throwing, and cl > read more

Kendrick Perkins to Oklahoma City Thunder

Published on 2011-02-25 21:54:40

The Kendrick Perkins trade to the Oklahoma CIty Thunder makes the Thunder  immediate title contenders. The Thunder lose the talented-but-inconsistent Jeff Green, but gain a formidable defensive presence who possesses championship experience against > read more

Aaron Brooks traded to Phoenix Suns for Goran Dragic

Published on 2011-02-25 21:18:54

The Houston Rockets’ GM Daryl Morey has a reputation for making headlines whilst the trade deadline is looming. Possessing a beauty of a trading chip, such as the large expiring contract of the uber-brittle Yao Ming,  it was  easy to believe > read more

Gerald Wallace joins Portland Trail Blazers

Published on 2011-02-25 20:29:03

Gerald Wallace was been traded to the Portland Trail Blazers and is bound to inject some infectious defensive prowess while pumping some life into a depleted and oft-injury-riddled lineup. In this season that has marred by an absurd quantity of injur > read more

Deron Williams to New Jersey Nets: Trade of the Year

Published on 2011-02-23 19:33:37

Make no mistake, the Deron Williams trade to the New Jersey Nets is fact the trade of the year. Carmelo Anthony and his move to New York might be the deal capturing the most headlines, but Williams is surely going to have the most bang for its buck. > read more

Should the Knicks Trade for Carmelo Anthony?

Published on 2011-02-16 05:20:31

The amount of buzz surrounding the Carmelo Anthony situation could wake the dead. The Knicks currently are the main trade suitor who’s interested in acquiring Melo, but apparently Denver is asking for a steep price tag. Allegedly, the Denver Nu > read more

Jerry Sloan Resignation Great For Deron Williams and Jazz

Published on 2011-02-11 09:46:48

I am probably going to be crucified for the title of this article, but it is what I believe will end up being the truth. I truly believe that Deron Williams now has a clear path to becoming known as the NBA’s best point guard. I’ll touch > read more

Blake Griffin an All Star

Published on 2011-02-03 22:02:28

Blake Griffin can add NBA All Star to his list of accolades for his first NBA season. He was selected as a reserve after the coaches of Western Conference voted him in. He will be a busy body during the weekend, now participating in two days of All S > read more

Somebody Send Josh Smith a Memo

Published on 2011-02-03 08:05:33

Josh Smith has got to be a complete moron if he thinks he has any chance of winning the appeal to his $25,000 fine. His logic behind his appeal is more outlandish in nature, and shows Smith could have benefitted greatly from a college education: R > read more

Mike Miller is the Answer for Miami Heat

Published on 2011-01-24 00:24:09

Over the weekend Mike Miller finally got his chance to log meaningful minutes for the Miami Heat, and dropped in 32 points and 10 rebounds. Granted it was a against an inferior Toronto Raptors team who is currently in complete disarray, it was a grea > read more

Troy Murphy Requests Trade Out of New Jersey

Published on 2011-01-20 10:03:52

Troy Murphy has asked the New Jersey Nets to trade him after the Nets announced they will not be attempting to trade with the Denver Nuggets for Carmelo Anthony. This is the same reason that Murphy has been “excused” from the team. It com > read more

Miami Heat Losing Streak Reaches 4 Games

Published on 2011-01-18 22:49:55

LeBron James returned to action to score 34 points alongside Dwyane Wade’s 27, but it still wasn’t enough to defeat the visiting Atlanta Hawks, losing to the Hawks 93-89 in overtime. Miami’s other 3 starters combined for a total of > read more

LeBron James Tweets about Karma: When will he grow up?

Published on 2011-01-12 05:33:03

After the Lakers manhandled his former Cleveland Cavaliers team winning by 55 points, LeBron James could not leave his former team and fans alone. LeBron took jabs at his former team, hiding behind his twitter account while saying: “Crazy. Karm > read more

O.J. Mayo and Tony Allen Fight on Team Flight

Published on 2011-01-05 09:55:36

O.J. Mayo and Tony Allen of the Memphis Grizzlies got into a physical altercation aboard the team jet after tempters rose during a card game named “Boo Ray.” Allen had won an undisclosed sum of cash from Mayo, and for reasons unknown, May > read more

Tracy McGrady Reviving his Game with Detroit Pistons

Published on 2011-01-04 09:58:25

Tracy McGrady has been nothing but a small blimp on the NBA radar for quite some time now. Those of us who loved his game hated watching him fade away. We hated it even more when he would resurface only to immediately sink again. It finally got to th > read more

Houston Rockets looking to Trade Yao Ming

Published on 2010-12-28 22:47:03

Upon discovering that former All Star center Yao Ming will miss the rest of the season with yet another injury, the Houston Rockets have officially closed the book on the Yao Ming Era and have begun shopping his expiring contract around the league. T > read more

China bans NBA: Well, the Term, at Least

Published on 2010-12-23 23:47:37

China has decided to ban the use of the term NBA in its writing. instead of the three simple letters, NBA the Chinese government has rolled out this phrase in Chinese 美国男子职业篮球联赛. The romanized version of the chinese characters, ot > read more