The Orlando Magic have dropped their fourth straight game, after falling 130-124 to the Dallas Mavericks. Despite shooting nearly 50% from the field and from three-point range, the Mavericks 52.2% shooting won out. Magic Coach Steve Clifford says where his team fell short in the matchup was on the defensive …
Read More »NBA Playoffs Has Rockin’ First Night
The first night of the NBA playoffs is in the books. The Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors, Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Clippers hit the hay with Game-1 victories in the books. Strong Fourth Quarter Wins it for Celtics The 76ers finished the first quarter up 26-25. However, a strong second …
Read More »Action Continues in NBA Bubble
The action inside the NBA bubble continues at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. Twelve teams took to the court on Monday with 12 more set to tip-off today. Notable Takeaways From Monday’s Games Arguably the biggest news following the conclusion of Monday’s games had to do with …
Read More »NBA Should Have Plan by June 1
In the last 24 hours prior to the of the publishing this article, sources have reported that the NBA will have a plan to recall players by June 1. Many players have stayed in-market, but others returned home. Some returns to home required international travel. Maverick’s Luka Doncic, for example, …
Read More »Preview: Miami Heat Host Luka Doncic and the Mavs
The Miami Heat (36-22) and Dallas Mavericks (36-23) will play for the second time this year on Friday night. Their first contest in December went to overtime, where the Heat came out on top, winning 122-118. However, the Heat have been slumping through the month of February, and especially recently. …
Read More »Midseason Check-In: Reflecting on the NBA at the All-Star Break
The NBA All-Star Weekend is upon us. With it comes the pomp and excitement for the game’s best to showcase their talent. But, it also offers a chance to reflect on what’s been another eventful season to this point. Let’s check in on the playoff picture and all of the …
Read More »After Five Straight Finals, Warriors Destined for the Lottery
It doesn’t take long to fall from the elite status in the NBA. After four consecutive finals appearances, the Miami Heat went 37-45 and missed the playoffs. The Cavaliers experienced the same thing last season, going 19-65 after also making four finals appearances. The Golden State Warriors are experiencing something …
Read More »Heat Beat Mavericks 112-101 in Wade’s Last Dance in Dallas
The Miami Heat defeated the Dallas Mavericks 112 – 101 last night in Dwyane Wade’s final appearance at Dallas. Wade relived his fondest memory at the American Airlines Center during his pregame shoot around. Rewind to Tuesday, June 20, 2006. Wade and company defeat the Mavericks in the NBA Finals …
Read More »2018 NBA Draft Preview: Top Prospects and One Gator Looking to Go Pro
The 2018 NBA Draft will begin on Thursday night. Former Florida Gators guard Chris Chiozza is eligible to go pro. Chiozza is projecting to be a second-round selection. The former Gator averaged 11.1 points-per-game as the team’s starting point guard. He averaged just over six assists a game as well. …
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