Vladi, Kwame & Big Mihm

In response to some queries, let’s take a closer look at the primary Lakers who haven’t been contributing to the team’s recent success: Vladimir Radmanovic, Kwame Brown and Chris Mihm. Neither Javaris Crittenton (despite Phil Jackson’s surprise experiment with him in New…

December 28, 2007, 11:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding

It’s Flip, baby!

I don’t know why it’s funny, but it is: It’s Flip, baby!

December 28, 2007, 8:30 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Pistons hope to blast off on Rockets

The Pistons and Rockets meet up for the second time in 12 days — here’s to hoping this one has a better ending. Check out my thoughts on the game at HOOPSWORLD, and as usual, leave your thoughts in the comments.

December 28, 2007, 8:15 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Pistons host the Grizzlies

Running late, not time for a proper preview, but the Grizzlies are at the Palace. Check out my thoughts at HOOPSWORLD, and of course, leave your thoughts in the comments.

December 28, 2007, 8:00 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Chris Webber still wants to play, prefers Detroit

From J.A. Adande at ESPN (hat-tip: Fel): Fourteen-year veteran Chris Webber is close to returning to the NBA, with the Pistons his likely destination, a source close to Webber told ESPN.com. “Look for him to be back the first week of January,” the source said. The Boston Celtics, Miami…

December 28, 2007, 7:45 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Pistons host Pacers

The Pistons host the Pacers tonight — here’s to hoping they remember to watch for Jeff Foster’s leg (kudos to Ballhype and PistonsNation for the clip). You can read my pre-game, halftime and post-game thoughts over at HOOPSWORLD, and of course, leave your thoughts in the…

December 28, 2007, 7:30 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Open Game Thread #27: Bulls vs. Milwaukee Bucks

[Thanks to bullshooter for today's game preview. -Matt] The first day of the rest of their lives The Milwaukee Bucks come to town for the first game of the Jim Boylan era.   Boylan's official announcement as the permanent interim coach, at least for the rest of the season, marks the end of…

December 28, 2007, 7:15 PM ET from Blog a Bull

GSoM Warriors New Year's Resolutions: 2008 Calendar Giveaway!!

In honor of the upcoming passing of 2k7 and the inauguration of 2k8 next Monday night/ Tuesday morning the GSoM Crew wanted to give out 3 2008 Golden State of Mind Calendars with a fun Warriors New Year's Resolution themed contest. Find out how you can be one of the 3 winners of these…

December 28, 2007, 7:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

Recap: Warriors 105, Timberwolves 101- The Gift that Keeps Giving!

'Twas the night after Xmas at the Roaracle, but the Warriors kept giving! Preview/ Open Thread (65+ Comments) Monta celebrated XMas on both the 25th and 26th. Final Boxscore Make the jump for some post game thoughts- at the expense of the Timberkittens- plus some Bonus GSoM Holiday…

December 28, 2007, 6:45 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

The Evolution of Chris Paul

I must be feeling ambitious today, so have a second post!  If you want the game preview, scroll down, then come back and read this one.  Do it for the children.  And Chris Paul.A lot has been written about Chris Paul over the last few weeks as he's become a favorite target for…

December 28, 2007, 6:30 PM ET from Hornets247.com Blog

Rumor: Warriors Considered Damon Stoudamire

Here's an interesting tidbit via Sam Smith of ChicagoSports.com: The Warriors are saying Troy Hudson's injury-plagued career probably is over because of hip problems. Before signing Hudson, they considered Damon Stoudamire as Baron Davis insurance. The Warriors still have a trade exception from…

December 28, 2007, 6:30 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

OPEN THREAD: Game #29 - Warriors vs Timberwolves

Warriors (W-L): 16-12 Timberwolves (W-L): 4-22 TV: FSN Bay Area Plus Radio: KNBR 680 This is THE BIGGEST GAME OF THE SEASON! It's DJ MBenga BIG! Did I get your attention? If so, then make the jump! Update: Warriors Win!! 105-101 Final Boxscore Stay tuned for the…

December 28, 2007, 6:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

The W Column: Counting W's for Week 9

Santa has been good to Warrior fans so far this season, but hey we want some New Year's presents too! My crystal ball sees the Dubs finishing up the last full week of 2007 with hopefully 2 more W's. Check out this week's Counting W's segment over at The W Column on FSN Bay Area…

December 28, 2007, 6:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

OPEN THREAD: Game #29 - Warriors vs Nuggets

Warriors (W-L): 17-12 Nuggets (W-L): 17-11 Time: 7:30pm PST TV:FSN Plus Radio: KNBR 680 The Warriors face off against the Nuggets tonight in what is the first game of the Denver double dip. The Warriors head to Denver on Sunday. This is a stretch in the schedule where the Warriors will…

December 28, 2007, 6:00 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

Q&A: Aran Smith of NBADraft.net on 2008 NBA Draft

We've already had Aran Smith of NBADraft.net drop science on the games of Warrior rookies Brandan Wright and Marco Belinelli. Now it's time to peer into that magical crystal ball and talk about the 2008 NBA Draft. My birthday's actually in early June, but keeping it real- draft…

December 28, 2007, 6:00 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

Happy Holidays from GSoM!

From left to right: Thunder Snowman, Lil' Monta, Santa Baron, Lil' Dubz Girl and guest starring Tony.psd! Ho! Ho! Ho! Season's Greetings and Happy Holidays to everyone here at GSoM! Some Xmas presents for GSoMers after the jump!When I was growing up my brothers and I would…

December 28, 2007, 5:45 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

Early 2008 draft preview

If you want to get an early idea of what players might be available for the Sonics in the 2008 draft, here's a good overview by ESPN's Chad Ford on next year's prospects. Ford ranks Kansas State power forward Michael Beasley No. 1 and Memphis point guard Derrick Rose No. 2.

December 28, 2007, 5:45 PM ET from Sonics Insider by Frank Hughes

GSoM Warriors New Year's Resolutions: 2008 Calendar Giveaway!!

In honor of the upcoming passing of 2k7 and the inauguration of 2k8 next Monday night/ Tuesday morning the GSoM Crew wanted to give out 3 2008 Golden State of Mind Calendars with a fun Warriors New Year's Resolution themed contest. Find out how you can be one of the 3 winners of these…

December 28, 2007, 5:30 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind

Sene sees first D-League action

Mouhamed Sene played in his first D-League game with the Idaho Stampede on Wednesday, finishing with eight points and four rebounds in a little over 17 minutes. Check out the box score here The Stampede defeated Bakersfield in Boise, Idaho 114-99, with ex-Sonic Randy Livingston setting a D-League…

December 28, 2007, 5:15 PM ET from Sonics Insider by Frank Hughes

Time to Hunt some 'Cats

GAME PREVIEW! Matchup: Hornets(18-10) @ Bobcats(10-16)Opposing Blogger: Queen City Hoops  or Bobcats BonfireThe Hornets roll into their old home in Charlotte tonight to see if they can put down some Bobcats before being forced to rush back home and defend New Orleans from some…

December 28, 2007, 3:45 PM ET from Hornets247.com Blog

Mad Ants happenings

Minor news, but interesting to me: Jeremy Richardson, the leading scorer for the Ft. Wayne Mad Ants (Pistons D-League affiliate), was recalled by the Memphis Grizzlies, who face the Pistons on Friday. Richardson had been averaging 28.5 points per game. (more…)

December 28, 2007, 08:15 AM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Rodney Stuckey (finally) cleared for practice

From Pistons.com: Stuckey, who wowed NBA personnel folks with a dynamic turn at the Las Vegas Summer League, broke his left hand in the Pistons’ final preseason game on Oct. 24 and was initially expected to miss six weeks. But the multiple fractures to three fingers still hadn’t fully calcified…

December 28, 2007, 08:00 AM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Cheikh Samb’s teeth are fine

At least, that’s what I gather after reading this from Krista Jahnke of the Detroit Free Press: Rookie center Cheikh Samb, who had dental work last week to repair two knocked-out teeth, went through full contact at Thursday’s practice. He likely will be reassigned to the NBA Development…

December 28, 2007, 07:45 AM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Gus Johnson replaces George Blaha … for one game

It seems there are fewer and fewer sports announcers I really dig these days, but Gus Johnson is definitely one of them. With that in mind, I got pretty excited to learn that for at least one night, he’ll be the voice of the Pistons, subbing for George Blaha, who will be attending his other…

December 28, 2007, 07:30 AM ET from Detroit Bad Boys

Sonics by the numbers -- Celtics

39.5 -- Boston’s field goal percentage for the game, as Seattle did a nice job defensively against the Celtics, although Seattle lost 104-96. 19-- A season-high in points for Delonte West off of the bench. West also finished with eight assists. 24 -- The Celtics matched their win…

December 28, 2007, 04:15 AM ET from Sonics Insider by Frank Hughes

Because the Bulls need more underachievers

[I had this topic in mind today before Boylan's media tour made me hate this team. Quickly: benching Gordon sucks, it won't work and even if it 'works' it'll just keep him on the bench, which doesn't work. I won't try and speculate rotations based on whatever spin Boylan used in his…

December 28, 2007, 01:15 AM ET from Blog a Bull

Recap: Warriors 105, Timberwolves 101- The Gift that Keeps Giving!

'Twas the night after Xmas at the Roaracle, but the Warriors kept giving! Preview/ Open Thread (65+ Comments) Monta celebrated XMas on both the 25th and 26th. Final Boxscore Make the jump for some post game thoughts- at the expense of the Timberkittens- plus some Bonus GSoM Holiday…

December 28, 2007, 00:45 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind

Rumor: Warriors Considered Damon Stoudamire

Here's an interesting tidbit via Sam Smith of ChicagoSports.com: The Warriors are saying Troy Hudson's injury-plagued career probably is over because of hip problems. Before signing Hudson, they considered Damon Stoudamire as Baron Davis insurance. The Warriors still have a trade exception from…

December 28, 2007, 00:30 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind

Marbury in ‘08!

There was discussion earlier today about whether Marbury would return to the Knicks this season. Coach Isiah Thomas even remarked that he did not know if Marbury would return. According to a report, though, Marbury will return to the Knicks some time after the beginning of the new year. Is this…

December 28, 2007, 00:15 AM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net

RECAP: Warriors 105, Cavs 96 - Ho ho ho!

Final Yahoo! boxscore Good grief! The Warriors were not as sad as Charlie Brown this winter! Stephen Jackson is Santa Claus. The Warriors delivered a win over a legitimate super star and his less than legitimate company.  After leading by 29 points at one point of the third…

December 28, 2007, 00:15 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind

OPEN THREAD: Game #29 - Warriors vs Timberwolves

Warriors (W-L): 16-12 Timberwolves (W-L): 4-22 TV: FSN Bay Area Plus Radio: KNBR 680 This is THE BIGGEST GAME OF THE SEASON! It's DJ MBenga BIG! Did I get your attention? If so, then make the jump! Update: Warriors Win!! 105-101 Final Boxscore Stay tuned for the…

December 28, 2007, 00:00 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind

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