As a personnel man, Stan Van Gundy has broken a lot of the so-called contemporary rules. Since being lured back to the NBA by Detroit Pistons owner Tom Gores in May 2014, Van Gundy has not exactly followed the usual NBA blueprint in rebuilding the once-proud franchise, which has not been to the playoffs in six years. Van Gundy has flat-out waived four veterans with fully guaranteed contracts, accumulating nearly $32 million in dead money to be paid over the next five
Archives for November 2015
Cheap NBA Tickets: This Week’s Best Deals
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Dallas Mavericks Nov. 11, 2015 American Airlines Center (Dallas, TX) “The Heart wants what it wants,” is a quote that perfectly describes DeAndre Jordan signing his new deal with the Los Angeles Clippers last offseason. But, Jordan eventually came to his decision at the expense of the Dallas Mavericks, who he had previously made contract negotiations with and was seen as a lock to make a deal with that would bring his talents to the Dallas. Mavericks owner, Mark
Fantasy Spin: Curry, Warriors Better Than Ever
It’s a 7-game NBA slate on Monday with several high-scoring possibilities. The unbeaten Warriors might underestimate the much-improved Pistons, which is actually a better DFS scenario than a blowout. [Read more…]
Scotto: Kobe Bryant’s Legacy: “A Talented Overachiever”
NEW YORK – You don’t need a watch to know Father Time has caught up to Kobe Bryant. With that in mind, I asked Bryant what he wants his legacy to be when he retires. “As a talented overachiever,” Bryant replied with a laugh. “I really worked my butt off every single day to make sure I left no stone unturned and try to push it as much as I possibly could.” “My message has been consistent all the time,” Bryant said. “If
NBA Daily Links: 11.9.15
PHILOSOPHICAL QUOTE OF THE DAY: “If you want to know what a man’s like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals.” -J.K. Rowling [Read more…]
Fantasy Spin: NBA Action Starts Early; Key On Thunder In Daily Play
Sunday features two matinees at 3:30 Eastern. The Cavaliers are favored to make it six straight wins as the Pacers visit, though LeBron James $10200 is probably not 100% after taking a knee to the thigh on Friday. [Read more…]
NBA Daily Links: 11.8.15
PHILOSOPHICAL QUOTE OF THE DAY: “When you’re different, sometimes you don’t see the millions of people who accept you for what you are. All you notice is the person who doesn’t.” -Jodi Picoult [Read more…]
Tweet of the Day: Marcus Thornton finds his groove as Rockets return to form
One of the more curious cases of playing time early in the 2015-16 season has involved the Houston Rockets and new addition Marcus Thornton. [Read more…]
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