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How the Refs and AK’s Return Will Change the Jazz-Lakers Series
Posted: 6th May 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NBA
Let’s cut to the chase. The Lakers are the more talented team in this Western Conference Semifinal matchup with the Utah Jazz. L.A.’s trio of near 7-footers, in Andrew Bynum, Pau Gasol, and Lamar Odom has overwhelmed the smaller Jazz.
In essence, the defending world champions are perfectly built to defeat Jerry Sloan's team, regardless of what Utah does.
With that said, L.A. is not out of the woods yet, infact, with ...
10 Things You Need To Know about Utah Jazz Coach Jerry Sloan
Posted: 3rd May 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NBA
A long time ago, a wet-behind-the-ear coach by the name of Jerry Sloan resigned from his coaching position at the University of Evansville. He never had a chance to run a single practice or cuss out a single player.
And thank goodness he resigned—because that decision may have saved Sloan's life. Months later, tragedy would strike the Evansville basketball program. The team's charter flight crashed in the fog, at the ...
Deron Williams Leads the Utah Jazz To a Mile-High Upset Over the Denver Nuggets
Posted: 20th April 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NBA
On the way off the court, after Utah's stunning 114-111 upset of the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of the NBA Western Conference first-round matchup, Denver Bronco's cornerback Champ Bailey exchanged high-fives with D-Will as the Jazz tied this best-of-seven series at 1-1.
The defeat was certainly enough to wipe the cheesy grin right off of Carmelo Anthony's face and give the depleted Jazz new hope, as they ...
2010 NBA Playoffs: 10 Under-the-Radar Players To Watch This Postseason
Posted: 15th April 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NBA
The moment has arrived NBA fans.
The playoffs are here, and if nothing else, it brings the promise of the “big shot” or that dramatic buzzer beater. The art of being the man has been mastered by many, and playoff time is when these heroic gun-slingers—whoever they might be—take center stage.
Who can forget Reggie Miller torturing Knick fans with his last second barrage of three’s, stealing victory from the jaws ...
Oakland Raiders Ink Kirk Morrison and Another Draft Day Surprise?
Posted: 14th April 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NFL
Before we jump off into rumor central and the latest draft discussion talk, let’s get up to speed on some news and notes from the silver and black. Linebacker Kirk Morrison has signed his offer sheet with the Raiders. Morrison led the team in tackles for five straight seasons, yet he had no takers on the free-agent market.
According to NFL.com, the Raiders are looking at snaring free-agent cornerback Lito Sheppard. The ...
2010 NBA Playoffs: Utah Jazz Facing Must Win Situation
Posted: 9th April 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NBA
What ever momentum was gained from Utah’s 140-139 overtime win over MVP candidate Kevin Durant and Oklahoma City was quickly squandered by the Jazz—thanks to a forgettable blowout loss in Houston on Wednesday.
From here on out the Jazz must sweep their three remaining games, to even think about securing home court advantage in the first-round of the NBA playoffs.
Because of Utah’s 113-96 loss to the Rockets, the Jazz dropped from ...
On a night when Kobe Bryant agreed to a three-year $90 million extension to remain a Laker for life, the Utah Jazz looked like a Mike Tyson punching dummy, absorbing a 106-92 beatdown at Staples Center.
The Jazz didn't just lose a game, it may have lost its postseason mojo.
Even more troubling for Utah's playoff prospects is the fact that they were dominated by LA again, without Kobe performing at his peak.
Against the demure Jazz, the Lakers ...
Oakland Raiders To Make Curious Stop in Donovan McNabb’s Backyard
Posted: 1st April 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NFL
The NFL will be announcing the complete 2010 schedule, along with all of its prime-time games sometime in mid-April. However, the league did manage to release its exhibition schedule.
Taking a closer look at the Oakland Raiders four exhibition games, I found it to be very interesting and perhaps, even revealing about Donovan McNabb’s future with the organization.
Don’t believe in conspiracies? How about Bigfoot or little green men? Well now’s your chance to call ...
Why the Utah Jazz Are Favorites to Finish Second in the West
Posted: 31st March 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NBA
In all likelihood, the top-eight teams battling for position in the Western Conference playoff race have already clinched a spot in the postseason.
With apologies to Memphis, Houston, and New Orleans, they’ll be watching with the rest of us—as a dramatic finish to the West’s playoff picture is about to unfold.
Obviously, the slumping Lakers are still the No. 1 seed in the conference but everything else is still up for grabs. ...
All Signs Point To Donovan McNabb Joining the Oakland Raiders
Posted: 28th March 2010 by TIM PETERSON in NFL
The idea of Al Davis trading Nnamdi Asomugha and a second-round draft pick (No.39) for veteran QB Donovan McNabb isn’t as far fetched as some experts suggest. ESPN “rumor monger” Adam Schefter outlined an important detail about McNabb’s contract situation.
On May 5th Philadelphia will owe No. 5 a hefty $6.2 million roster bonus. And contrary to what Eagles' coach Andy Reid said this past week, McNabb is not the ...