[New York Times] LeBron, Heat Dig Deep to Top Pacers in Game 1 (Thu, 23 May 2013 07:27:13 GMT) It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.     [New York Times] [...]

It’s normally not an accustomed practice for one to compare a situation from real life to a video game, but I believe it’s suitable when trying to convey my feelings about J.R. Smith.  As the artificially intelligent super-computer antagonist (see below) in the final scene of the game ‘Portal 2′ said to the protagonist: “The best [...]

[New York Times] Spurs Can’t Ease Up Despite 2-0 Lead on Grizzlies (Wed, 22 May 2013 07:28:45 GMT) If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.     [New York Times] Cavs Win Right to First Pick in NBA Draft (Wed, 22 May 2013 [...]

To nail down a few facts: In the 2012-2013 NBA regular season, Amar’e Stoudemire played 29 of 82 games (35%) and started none of them. When active, he played 23.5 minutes per game. In the playoffs, Stoudemire played four games, averaging just over eight minutes a game and posting a 9.9 PER. Stoudemire also had [...]

There is lots of speculation in the press about JR Smith’s future with the Knicks.  I have zero inside information, but I know how the salary cap works, and how it works with respect to Smith in particular. Current  Situation: JR Smith was paid $2.8 million this season, and holds a $2.93 million player option [...]

[New York Times] Spurs Come Out Hot, Randolph Cold in West Finals (Mon, 20 May 2013 07:12:01 GMT) Mike Conley wouldn’t let Zach Randolph take the blame for the Memphis Grizzlies’ blowout loss in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.     [New York Times] Game1: Spurs 105, Grizzlies 83: Spurs Strike First in Western Conference [...]

Congrats to the Pacers. They were better on both ends. You just have to tip your cap. This series was mostly about what they did right, even if the Knicks didn’t do everything they needed to win. Good luck to the Pacers in the ECF. It’s hard to bet against the Heat though. Indiana will [...]