“Ice Trae” and the Atlanta Hawks had their moment in Game 1, but the playoff ride is over for them as the Sixers took control of the series with their Game 3 win. But there are still games to play… Read More ›
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Bucks vs Nets: Heroes vs Villains
Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are heroes as they fight for the small market teams of the NBA. Their quest for the NBA Championship now pits them against the Brooklyn Nets, a team that includes two former Most Valuable… Read More ›
A Last Dance takeaway: Whether real or invented, disrespect is undefeated
Disrespect is a weapon that practically all athletes and coaches use. Michael Jordan may have wielded it better and more often than anyone else.
On Kobe Bryant, being a #GirlsDad and the choices we make as parents
It’s clear Kobe Bryant was an inspiration to a generation of athletes. It’s also clear that he loved his daughters. That’s how I’ll remember Kobe.
Who’s a hater supposed to hate in the NBA now?
By MIKE HERNDON Say this for the NBA: Its offseason isn’t boring. It may be more interesting than the season itself. KD decided to break up the Warriors’ dynasty. Kyrie, who left the Cavaliers because he wanted to be the… Read More ›
Are we in the last days of dynasties?
By MIKE HERNDON Are we in the last days of dynasty in professional team sports? The Golden State Warriors looked like they were ready for the offseason as they slogged through a 105-92 loss on their home floor to fall… Read More ›
Zion doesn’t care about your big-market narrative
By MIKE HERNDON Some of us just can’t stand it when our narratives get ripped to shreds. The predominant narrative being pushed by a significant portion of the national media leading up to this week’s NBA draft lottery was the… Read More ›
Double down on Joel Embiid and the Sixers
Despite Joel Embiid doing all he could to alter the path of Kawhi Leonard’s game-winning corner shot, the ball eventually made its way through the hoop after bouncing on the rim four times and vaporized the Philadelphia 76ers’ playoff dreams. … Read More ›
Will Philly’s ‘Crown Jewel’ shine during Game 6
Was Game 3 that long ago? The game where Embiid did whatever he wanted on the court against the Raptors? He crushed their souls with vicious blocks should anyone dare approach the basket. He hit 3-pointers. He provided a windmill… Read More ›
The Brooklyn Nets victory in the series opener reveals serious problems for the Philadelphia 76ers
The Philadelphia 76ers have more all-star players, a better record, and higher post season expectations, but the Brooklyn Nets looked like the more balanced team as they cruised to a relatively comfortable 111-102 victory at Wells Fargo Center. While it… Read More ›
