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NBA Conference Finals Part 2: The West – Hero Ball v Team Basketball

Brandon King

In our piece on the Eastern Conference, the point was raised at the vastly differing playing styles of the two combatants ( the Lebron-centric offense vs the ball and player movement of the Celtics). The clash to come out of the West also features teams that approach the game from totally different perspectives. The Houston Rockets were the best isolation team in the NBA this season. Their best player, James Harden, averages a league-high 1.20 PPP and Chris Paul is number 2 at 1.11 PPP. As a team, the Rockets…

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Bucks reach agreement with Mike Budenholzer to be their head coach

Brandon King

After recently parting ways with the Atlanta Hawks, it would not be too long before teams would be calling to acquire the services of the former NBA Coach of the Year. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Milwaukee Bucks have reached an agreement to make Budenholzer their next head coach. Mike Budenholzer has reached an agreement to become the Milwaukee Bucks coach, league sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) May 16, 2018 More information on the developments with this story will be made available as they are released. UPDATE:…

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Celtics overcome big game from Lebron to take 2-0 Lead

Brandon King

Down 1-0 after getting their clocks cleaned 108-83 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers could not afford to be in a 2-0 hole when the series heads back to Ohio. Game 2 was a much of a must win as the Cavaliers have faced this season. Lebron James was not his usual super human self, only scoring 15 points on 5-of-16 shooting and looking less and less invested in the game as it wore on and it became evident that the Cavaliers would not be…

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Celtics pummel Cavaliers in Game 1 of Eastern Conference Finals

Brandon King

The Boston Celtics jumped on the Cleveland Cavaliers early, scoring 17 straight points in the game’s opening stanza in the course of building a 21-point first quarter lead. Boston would end the first quarter with a 18-point lead, 36-18. Boston continued to pour it on in the second quarter, outscoring Cleveland 25-17  to take a 61-35 into halftime. Late in the third quarter, the Cavaliers scored seven straight to bring them within 14 at 78-64. However Boston responded by getting the first three buckets of the fourth quarter and soon…

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Celtics defeat Sixers 114-112 to advance to East Finals

Brandon King

Celtics Rookie Jayson Tatum had 25 big points, his seventh straight post season game with at least 20 points, to help push Boston past Philadelphia 114-112 in the decisive game five of their second round playoff series. It was Tatum’s go-ahead layup with 23 seconds left in the game that put the Celtics up for good. Jalen Brown scored 24 points,, while Terry Rozier, who has been very good in the absence of Kyrie Irving, had 17. Al Horford contributed more steady play with 15 points and 8 rebounds. In…

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Charlotte Hornets to finalize hiring of Spurs’ Assistant James Borrego as Head Coach

Brandon King

It appears that after parting ways with Steve Clifford, the Charlotte Hornets have found his replacement. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, the Hornets are finishing up a deal that would make San Antonio Spurs assistant James Borrego their new head man. Spurs assistant James Borrego is finalizing a deal to become the next head coach of the Charlotte Hornets, league sources tell ESPN. — Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) May 8, 2018 It appears an extensive rebuild is on the horizon for the Hornets, and at only 41 years old, Borrego has…

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James and Love with big games as Cavaliers defeat Raptors 128-110 in Game 2

Brandon King

It is not looking good for the Toronto Raptors. After absolutely gifting game 1 to Cleveland, game 2 was the most important game of the Raptors’ season. Apparently everyone knew that except the Toronto Raptors themselves. Powered by 43 points and 14 assists from Lebron James and 31 points and 11 rebounds from Kevin Love, the Cavaliers defeated the Raptors 128-110 to go up 2-0 in their second-round playoff series. Unlike Game 1 where the Raptors let a 10-point lead in the fourth quarter, Toronto did not mess around in…

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Stephen Curry scrimmages with team for first time since injury

Brandon King

Earlier today Stephen Curry went through a full 5-on-5 scrimmage for the first time since suffering an MCL sprain in a game on March 23 against the Atlanta Hawks. Full Steph Curry update from Steve Kerr today. Curry is currently scrimmaging 5-on-5 for the first time in weeks. Still considered questionable for Game 1. Will matter how he comes out of this. pic.twitter.com/yNcgEt6LY7 — Anthony Slater (@anthonyVslater) April 27, 2018 Friday Warriors’ head coach Steve Kerr said Curry is still is listed as questionable for Saturday’s Game 1 of their…

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Villanova’s Donte DiVincezo declares for NBA Draft

Brandon King

It was announced earlier today that Villanova redshirt sophomore guard Dante DiVincenzo will enter the NBA draft, however he will not hire an agent leaving open a return to school. DiVincenzo had a breakout season, garnering BIG EAST Sixth Man of the Year and Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four. His 31-point performance on 10-15 shooting helped power the Wildcats to a 79-62 victory over Michigan in NCAA title game. Donte has consistently improved in his time at Villanova through dedication and a commitment to our core values. His…

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Erin Popovich, wife of Gregg Popovich passes away

Brandon King

The wife of San Antonio Spurs Head Basketball Coach Gregg Popovich died earlier today. The Spurs released the following statement: With deep regret the San Antonio Spurs announce that Erin Popovich, wife of Spurs Head Coach Gregg Popovich, passed away earlier today. Erin and Gregg were married for four decades and were blessed with two children and two grandchildren. “ We mourn the loss of Erin,” said Spurs General Manager RC Buford. “She was a strong, wonderful, kind, intelligent woman who provided love, support and humor to all of us.”…

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