I’m not quite sure what to make of the Mavericks. Their top five players have a lot of talent, but only Dirk is presently in top form. He’s a machine and doesn’t seem to have aged a bit since their Finals run in ‘06. But Kidd, Marion, Terry, and Howard have all had better days. [...]
NBA VIEW – Dallas Mavericks – They’re Almost Good Enough
January 4th, 2010 · No Comments · Basketball Commentary, SEASON VIEW
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NBA VIEW – Denver Nuggets – Unbelieveable! But Not in a Good Way
December 16th, 2009 · No Comments · Basketball Commentary, SEASON VIEW
I’m an optimist. When I was six and the Princess in Voltron dove into the pool and her top surfaced before she did, I was fairly confident that something wonderful was about to happen, network television or not. I’m even confident that there are women somewhere in the world (somewhere) who might be a little [...]
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12/10 – New Orleans Hornets v. Charlotte Robert Johnsons
December 12th, 2008 · No Comments · Basketball Commentary, Road Writing
The Hornets weren’t quite as responsive to my press credentials/tickets inquiries as Dallas and San Antonio were so…well, that’s probably not fair. I sent an email to one of their PR staff on 11/25 and received an understandable “Who the hell are you?” the next day. I intended to respond that day, when I [...]
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