Archive for June, 2010
2010 NBA Draft: Top Seven Draft-Day Trades of Past 25 Years
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Denton Ramsey in NBA
With the 2010 NBA Draft just barely in the rear-view mirror, it’s time to quickly take a glance at some of the biggest trades ever made on draft day.
For a matter of time-reference, let’s look at the past 25 years of NBA draft nights and some of the main moves made on that day.
Teams began looking towards their future during the 2010 NBA Draft. It began when the Washington Wizards ...
What Type of Defense Would Work Best For Cincinnati Bengals?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Kyle Strittholt in NFL
Prior to last season I made the statement that the Bengals should switch to a 3-4 base defense. My argument was that they had more depth and talent at linebacker so it would be more affective in the pass rush.
In years past, the Bengals pass rush has been nonexistent, which was partially the reason they have never been a dominating team.
They were inconsistent, and their strong point used to be ...
Buffalo Bills Impact Player in 2010: C.J. Spiller or Marshawn Lynch?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Dan Van Wie in NFL
While some NFL teams tend to rely on one running back—the Titans' Chris Johnson and the Rams' Steven Jackson come to mind—the Buffalo Bills appear to be set on going with a hybrid three-back attack for the upcoming season.
The Bills' defense was on the field for more than four minutes a game on average compared to the opposition defense last season. That's not exactly a winning formula. In addition, the ...
The Great Fantasy Football Debate: Chris Johnson or Adrian Peterson?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Jordan Heck in NFL
Every year it's the same question: Which player would you take number one overall in fantasy football?
In 2008 it was Adrian Peterson or LaDainian Tomlinson. Last year it was Adrian Peterson or Michael Turner. This year it's Chris Johnson or Adrian Peterson.
Chris Johnson had a great rookie campaign in 2008 as a split-back with LenDale White. Johnson had 1,228- rushing- yards along with 9 touchdowns. While ...
NBA insider Stephen A. Smith sent out a tweet this morning that made sure everyone in Miami would hear it, despite how late they stayed out on South Beach.
"I just reported on my show that LeBron James is heading to S. Beach -- with Chris Bosh -- to team with Dwayne Wade and Pat Riley."
That exact quote came from Stephen A. Smith's twitter account.
Smith would also go on to say during ...
NBA Free Agency 2010: Post-Draft/Pre-Free Agency Thoughts
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Haran Knight in NBA
Last week, congratulations were in order for the Los Angeles Lakers for winning back to back NBA titles via a classic game seven victory over the Boston Celtics. As the two most decorated basketball franchises gave the world bit of nostalgia, the Washington Wizards celebrated their future by drafted Kentucky guard John Wall No. 1 overall.
Now that the NBA draft has come and gone, basketball gurus are focused on ...
Is Phil Jackson Actually the Best Coach in NBA History?
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Justin Norman in NBA
In the brief time between the NBA Draft and the Free Agency/LeBron Bonanza, I wanted to talk about another person who's future decision may greatly affect the make up of the league for the 2010-2011 season: Phil Jackson.
Phil Jackson is widely regarded as one of the best coaches in the league, and in the league's history. His winning pedigree certainly speaks for itself and ...
Rick Dudley and newly-hired head coach Craig Ramsay have the unenviable task of leading a struggling franchise back from the brink.
The reason the franchise is ailing is largely in part to lack of success of the on-ice product. Several recent trades may help bring things back, but the best way to do so is through the draft.
The Thrashers had nine selections in the 2010 draft, and they drafted all over ...
New York Knicks to Offer Joe Johnson Max Contract, ESPN’s Chris Broussard Claims
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Shady Botros in NBA
The 2010 NBA free agent class is the biggest in sports history. A big player in this free agent class will be the New York Knicks, who have spent more than two years clearing cap space under President of Basketball Operations Donnie Walsh.
For the Knicks it’s either 2010 free agency or bust. The Knicks have shed so much salary that they risked their long-term future in doing so. The ...
Phil Kessel Deal Wasn’t Great for Toronto Maple Leafs But Not Complete Disaster
Posted: 28th June 2010 by Joey Wilson in NHL
I am getting really tired of people treating Tyler Seguin like the second coming of Steve Yzerman. Don't get me wrong—by all accounts this kid is going to be a fantastic hockey player, and he may indeed be special like Steve Y.
But all I hear day in and day out from the media and Leaf haters alike is how disastrous the Phil Kessel deal was and how it's set the ...