Sports From the Basement

Just Trade Carmelo Already

This has gone on far too long. It is a trade saga that has now dragged out over the span of two seasons. Phil Jackson may be back in Montana sipping on ginseng and juice, but his messes still remain. Those disasters will only get worse if his replacements, and yes I pluralize that, don’t… Continue reading Just Trade Carmelo Already

Houston Rockets Keep Misfiring

It was to the surprise of nobody that the Houston Rockets absorbed a beating in Game 1 of their first round series with the Golden State Warriors. They tried to impose their will with some chippy play early on, but ultimately they succumbed to the better team. This has become a trend for Houston for… Continue reading Houston Rockets Keep Misfiring

NBA West Playoff Picture Comes Down To The Wire

Most teams in the NBA have between 11 and 14 games left on their regular season schedule. There have been four eliminated from postseason contention. Several more will join those ranks within the next few games. For those left, the final few weeks of the NBA season will be excruciating. So many clubs, especially out… Continue reading NBA West Playoff Picture Comes Down To The Wire

The NBA’s Ungrateful Eight

Much is said about the top of the NBA pyramid these days, and rightfully so. The Warriors and Spurs have distanced themselves from the competition in the Western Conference. The Cavaliers and Raptors are in the process of doing the same in the East. But lest we forget the team’s scraping and clawing for the… Continue reading The NBA’s Ungrateful Eight

James Harden : The Player Behind the Beard

He just might be the best player in the NBA. His game is has been called unorthodox, undisciplined, and flat out ugly. Many fans still identify him by his appearance, and signature facial hair, more than his stats or accomplishments. After coming up 2nd to Golden State’s Stephen Curry in last season MVP voting, James Harden still… Continue reading James Harden : The Player Behind the Beard