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The New York Knicks lost again last night to the Orlando Magic, dropping their record to 7-20. With this loss, they are now tied for the second worse record in the entire league, and have already played 18 different starting lineups. This year many Knick fans were hoping for a shot at the 8th seed in the Eastern Conference, but this is now pretty much a long shot, with no help in sight.
Larry Brown has to take a large portion of the blame for their disappointment. I thought he would be heading this team at least in the right direction, but right now they are clueless on the court, and the team has no identity. My biggest gripe with Larry Brown’s coaching is that he hasn’t even set on a rotation yet. All 15 players on the roster still don’t know their roles for the team, and Stephon Marbury has convinced me he is not an effective leader. I was hoping that Marbury’s circumstances in New Jersey and Phoenix weren’t entirely his fault, but his track record now speaks for itself.
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Mark Stein at ESPN.com has brought us a “best of the best - so far” of the young NBA season. Do you agree or are there any cop outs here? Let us know…
East MVP of the Trimester
Chauncey Billups
West MVP of the Trimester
Dirk Nowitzki
Coach of the Trimester
Flip Saunders
Rookie of the Trimester
Chris Paul
Sixth Man of the Trimester
Mo Williams
Defensive Player of the Trimester
Marcus Camby
Comeback Player of the Trimester
T.J. Ford
All-Stars of the Trimester
Western Conference
F: Dirk Nowitzki
F: Tim Duncan
C: Marcus Camby
G: Steve Nash
G: Kobe Bryant
Eastern Conference
F: LeBron James
F: Jermaine O’Neal
C: Ben Wallace
G: Chauncey Billups
G: Allen Iverson
Coach Byron Scott Has The Hornets Surprisng
Posted by Jeff Chan Categories: Editorial, Front Office, NBA,
The season did not start well for the New Orleans Hornets, the hurricane floods had forced the team move their home games to Oklahoma, their neighbors to the Northwest. Byron Scott was introduced as the team’s new coach last year, after Tim Floyd’s one year stint. Scott inherited a team that included Baron Davis, Jamal Mashburn, and Jamaal Magloire. Things went south pretty quickly with injuries and they went from a playoff contender to a team heading straight to the lottery. Fans were perhaps wondering if they were actually worse off with Scott under the helm rather than Floyd, who has had an abysmal NBA coaching record.
in his own right.
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The team that has been avoiding some criticism so far in the young NBA season has been the New Jersey Nets. Most analyst thought they would be atop of the Atlantic division, winning around 45-55 games this season. Currently they are 9-11, got spanked by the Washington Wizards 94-74 yesterday who didn’t even suit up their best player, Gilbert Arenas.
This early struggle might be a hex put on by Shareef Abdur-Rahim, who was all set to go to New Jersey, but didn’t pass his physical by team doctors. Rahim seems to be playing well so far averaging 15.6 points, 6.7 rebounds, and a block a game. While the Nets went on the sign C Marc Jackson shortly after rescinding Abdur-Rahim’s offer, has disappointed. You may say the hex also could’ve come from their disgusting throwbacks, too.
Another decision that can be second guessed, which actually has been under the radar was last summer’s NBA draft. The Nets used their #15 pick on Antoine Wright, who so far hasn’t cracked the rotation at all, playing in only 1 garbage time game so far. I know it’s way too early to over-analyze the pick, but the picks directly after the Nets seem to be paying off better so far. Toronto at #16 selected Joey Graham, who has played in all 21 games and is coming along at 6.4 points per game. The Indiana Pacers grabbed Danny Granger at #17, and has played 16 out of the 19 games of a very deep and well-balanced team. He looks to get more playing time, especially if they deal knuckle-head Ron Artest, who is ahead of him on the depth chart.
Tennis superstar Maria Sharapova has quickly become a fan of the NBA and James, whom she met at the ESPY Awards in July. “We have similar lives and we travel so much,” said Sharapova, who was in town to meet with sponsors and stayed for the game. “He’s funny, a great guy.” So LeBron how’s your tennis game? “Terrible,” he said. “But I’m good at virtual tennis on the X-Box.”
Be a gentleman Lebron, no need to kiss and tell.
How touching, young millionaire athletes find a special friendship together. I think momma James would approve. She’s pretty cute, good job Lebron! Just keep your eyes on the court!
I’m guessing the trend started back in Boston during the mid 90’s, Celtic fans bringing back their old Larry Bird jerseys off the shelves, yearning for the good old days, realizing they haven’t won a title since 1986. Famous director, Spike Lee was often seen rocking his Earl “the Pearl” Monroe jersey in the front row at Knick games. This possibly sparked the “street-cred” and the popularity of fans wearing the old-school jerseys.
While I enjoy fans respecting the games history and giving the ex-greats their due respect, some of these trends have gotten out of hand. Most of these articles of clothing belong only on ESPN Classic. The National Baller’s Association has truly taken over. Come along as I try and answer the question: Throwback or Throwup?
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Coming into season, as much I’d hate to admit it, I didn’t think there was a team that could derail the Spurs come playoff time. Last year’s MVP, Steve Nash, is a leading an Amare-less team to wins. Phoenix has won the last 9 out of 10 and if last year’s playoff disappointment, Shawn Marion, continues to play his A-game, this team is going to give the west a good run for their money. Incidentally, the super hot Clippers handed them their first loss in 10 games on Saturday, taking sole position atop of the division. We should see what the Suns have in store with a healthy roster.
In a stunner for Miami, Stan Van Gundy will announce his retirement today at an 11A.M. press conference. The Heat coach is expected to leave immediately due to ‘family reasons’. It is not sure who will replace him as of yet, but after stating his involvement in the team’s day-to-day activities, Pat Riley is expected to lead the team for the remainder of the season. As for the Heat, now they have a key player back in Shaq and possibly a coach that is as tough as nails. Let’s see if this is enough to turn around their thus far disappointing season.
Leandro Barbosa starting to play the best basketball of his young career is going to be sidelined for the next 2-3 weeks.
Basketball is a contact sport, injuries happen. Though it is concerning how this particularly came about. Against the San Antonio Spurs, Manu Ginobili falls on Barobosa’s knee as he tries to draw a foul against Raja Bell. Perhaps it’s time we add Manu Ginobili to the list of dirty tough defenders.
Channing Frye has been a nice addition for the NY Knicks this season; he has been scoring 20+ points his last 3 games, and will only get better.
Normally it’s tough for rookies to crack the rotation, usually a lapse in defense, going too much one on one, or just the quickness of the game will give them the hook back to the bench. After seeing him in action, he seems at ease with the game, letting the game come to him, not looking confused or flustered. He also recognizes when he has a mis-match, only then, calling for the ball. He has long range in his jump shot for a big man, which will help for a nice pick and pop game with the ball-handler.
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