One of the greatest first rounds in NBA history has come to a close. What an ending it was. The 2014 NBA Playoffs have already featured a record number of Game 7s, and two of those series-ending clashes were held on Sunday, May 4. There was a blowout, but the other game featured a down-to-the-wire finished that required a series-saving block at the rim. Here’s everything that you need to know about last night’s action. [Read more…]
Archives for May 2014
5 Fast Facts from Last Night’s Games — Three Game 7s, Westbrook Drops Insane Triple-Double
Three Game 7s up. Two to go. Saturday, May 4 marked the second-to-last day of what has been one of the greatest first rounds in NBA history. The 2014 playoffs have featured unpredictable upsets, road team brilliance and scares for some of the top championship contenders. Here’s everything that you need to know about the first slate of Game 7s. [Read more…]
SH Blog: Donald Sterling Bailed out of Barbara Walters, Anderson Cooper interviews; Noah’s ‘Melo recruitment was sustained
We almost got to hear Donald Sterling’s side of the story. Almost. TMZ.com is reporting that Sterling bailed out of a planned interview with ABC News and Barbara Walters, deciding he was not prepared, along with a second interview with CNN’s Anderson Cooper. The woman at the center of the scandal surrounding him, V. Stiviano, kept up her side of the bargain and sat with the woman once called BabaWaWa. “I think he feels really alone, Now really supported by those around
Scotto: Brooklyn’s Defining Moments
The Brooklyn Nets sent a message to the Toronto Raptors and Drake. Brooklyn let Toronto know the “dinosaurs” aren’t extinct yet and trolled Drake unlike anyone has ever before. Kevin Garnett and Paul Pierce turned the clock back to their collective Boston Celtics heydays. Joe Johnson continued to be the offensive catalyst from the wing by drawing double-teams and scoring at will when isolated. Deron Williams responded to heavy criticism by overcoming an ankle injury and playing like a $100 million franchise
DraftStreet Fantasy Spin, May 3, 2014: Gotta Love Game 7s
Get a t-shirt with this Phil Jackson takeoff on the Obama/HOPE campaign by signing up for DraftStreet (first-time depositors only) There is no better way for a player to prove his worth than by coming through in a Game 7. And conversely, there is no better way for a player to show his lack of value that by coming up empty when both teams are facing a win-or-go home game. So in choosing players for DraftStreet’s two-day contests
NBA players react to Damian Lillard’s incredible game-winning 3-pointer to end Houston’s season
The game was supposed to be just about over. The Houston Rockets were supposed to force a Game 7 against the Portland Trail Blazers after Chandler Parsons gave them the 98-96 lead on a put-back layup with just 0.9 seconds left in the game. At worst, they should have prevented a 3-point shot so that the game would go into overtime if the Blazers converted any other shot. Unfortunately for the Rockets, Damian Lillard hit the shot of his life at
5 Fast Facts from Last Night’s Games — Lillard Beats Buzzer, Mavs and Nets Force Game 7
The first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs is going to end at some point. The teams involved are doing all they can to make sure that it takes as long as possible for that to happen. No complaints from my end. The madness of a legendary opening round continued as three teams looked to close out their respective series on Friday, May 2. Two of those teams came up short, while the third cashed in on the opportunity in the most
Tweet of the Night: Gary Payton unhappy with league’s decision to suspend Zach Randolph
The Memphis Grizzlies are in serious trouble heading into Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday. The NBA announced on Friday that Zach Randolph would be suspended for the next game for this combo-hit against Steven Adams late in the fourth quarter of Game 6: [Read more…]
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