With all eyes on Oakland, the Warriors didn’t disappoint. Golden State was versatile in its big win over the East-leading Hawks thanks to big numbers from different players. That was the case around the league as players were hitting from deep all night. Let’s get to the games: Detroit Pistons 83 (24-44) Philadelphia 76ers 94… Continue reading Warriors claim best record: NBA Daily Review for March 18
NCAA Tournament Live Blog: Thursday Mar 19
SFTB Writers discuss the tournament as it happens. Check back for updates throughout the day. Email ncaa@sportsfromthebasement.com to submit questions and comments.
Detroit finally wins: NBA Daily Review for March 17
For the Pistons, the pain finally stopped. Detroit defended its home court to snap a 10-game losing streak. Another struggling team, the Knicks, played unlike themselves in a thrilling overtime victory to get the night started. Let’s get to the games: Memphis Grizzlies 95 (47-21) Detroit Pistons 105 (24-43) Final Sick of his personal and… Continue reading Detroit finally wins: NBA Daily Review for March 17
Best Two NBA Records Clash in the Golden State
Not to go all “30 for 30″ on you here but what if I told you tomorrow night the ESPN NBA slate features a matchup of the teams with the two best records in the NBA. What’s that? ESPN has not marketed this game at all? Weird I wonder what other sporting event could overshadow… Continue reading Best Two NBA Records Clash in the Golden State
Why Wichita State Can Beat Kentucky
Looking objectively at the NCAA Tournament Bracket it is hard to see a team who was more hard done to than Wichita State. The Shockers finished the season with a 28-4 record with only one loss on the resume which would be considered anything like bad (George Washington). They were ranked 17th in the RPI… Continue reading Why Wichita State Can Beat Kentucky
Poyet is Officially Replaced by Advocaat. Will Success Follow for Sunderland?
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet was fired Monday after an embarrassing 4-0 loss against Aston Villa over the weekend. The manager leaves the Black Cats just one point above the relegation zone with nine games left in the Premier League season. Embed from Getty Images The scene at the Stadium of Light on Saturday sent a… Continue reading Poyet is Officially Replaced by Advocaat. Will Success Follow for Sunderland?
Can Peter Hooley and Albany Continue College Basketball’s Best Story?
Every year, when college basketball season reaches the month of March, a mid-major program captures the nation’s collective heart with a unique combination of improbable plays and a unique story. This normally occurs during the NCAA Tournament, with teams such as Florida Gulf Coast transforming from beach town also-rans to high flying world beaters over the… Continue reading Can Peter Hooley and Albany Continue College Basketball’s Best Story?
Things Begin to Heat Up in the Battle for Second Place: Serie A Review for Mar 14-16
As Roma and Napoli fall once again by suffering defeats at the hands of Sampdoria and Hellas Verona, the teams beneath them would rise to the occasion to create a truly interesting race for second and third place in Serie A. Lazio, Fiorentina and Sampdoria would all win their games and create a 5 point… Continue reading Things Begin to Heat Up in the Battle for Second Place: Serie A Review for Mar 14-16
Why Arizona Can Beat Kentucky
While Kentucky have been aiming to be the first team since Indiana in 1976 to finish the season with the championship and a perfect record, the Arizona Wildcats have been quietly going about their business in the relative anonymity of late night Pac-12 basketball. This can be the only reason that Arizona, who have lost… Continue reading Why Arizona Can Beat Kentucky
Three Week West Coast Run Keeps Crews Busy
When NASCAR built a three-week west coast run into their schedule, it was designed to make it easier on drivers, crews and team owners who had previously had to endure back-and-forth travel between the races. This also made it much more affordable for smaller teams who may not have had the funds to head out… Continue reading Three Week West Coast Run Keeps Crews Busy