The W Column: Counting W's for Week 11
The Warriors have yet to add to the W column in 2008, but I have a feeling that's going to change this week. I see them taking at least 2 of the 4 games on tap. Head on over to The W Column on FSN Bay Area for some week 11 predictions. What are your predictions for this…
January 07, 2008, 11:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
OPEN THREAD: Game 35 - Spurs @ Warriors
Warriors (W-L): 19-15 Spurs (W-L): 23-9 TV: NBA TV, FSN Bay Area Radio: KNBR 680 Using 8Monta's apt metaphor for the recent stormy weather in the bay to talk about the arrival of the CJ Watson, aka the Quiet Storm, I will then resignify that to talk about the Warriors 2 game skid, …
January 07, 2008, 11:00 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Interim direction
Sam Smith regurgitates what's been written the past week about the Boylan regime so far, he's playing his veterans (Wallace, Smith, Hinrich, Deng, Gordon, Duhon) more than Skiles even did. If the reason behind Skiles firing was that he didn't want to bench Ben Gordon, and that he dared to…
January 07, 2008, 9:15 PM ET from Blog a Bull
Ranking the Lakers, 1-14
My weekly column for our SoCal Sports Now addresses the most valuable Lakers so far — and come season’s end. While you’re clicking over to the column, guess who’s No. 2 …
January 07, 2008, 9:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Lakers 112, Pacers 96
LOS ANGELES – Phil Jackson entered the game with one more regular-season coaching victory and the same nine NBA championships as Red Auerbach. Can it now safely be said that Jackson is the greatest coach in league history? Jackson added a little bit to that argument Sunday night in the Lakers’…
January 07, 2008, 8:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Is Odom too emotional?
LOS ANGELES — When I was more a fan before becoming a sports writer, I used to love the players who showed emotion on the court or the field. It gave the fans something really fun to monitor. But after a while I realized that it often detracts from athletes’ focus. That’s why I…
January 07, 2008, 8:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Lakers 124, 76ers 93
LOS ANGELES – Much of the time Andrew Bynum has been breaking out this season, he has looked unstoppable because his sharp-passing Lakers teammates have made him look that way. He took a giant leap forward Friday night, smartly and strongly creating offense for himself and his teammates to set…
January 07, 2008, 8:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Dream backcourt: Bryant and Paul
Kobe Bryant at one guard spot for the Western Conference. Who at the other? Here’s the way things stand in the All-Star balloting after Bryant at that position: Tracy McGrady, Allen Iverson, Steve Nash, Manu Ginobili, Tony Parker, Chris Paul and Baron Davis. Not bad, eh? (more…)
January 07, 2008, 8:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Saving for the future
EL SEGUNDO — It has hardly been noticed by anyone, but Phil Jackson is making a concerted effort to be more careful about overusing his main players this season. So Kobe Bryant feels great 30 games into the season, saying after practice: “I feel good. I’m just trying to build my legs…
January 07, 2008, 7:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Odom flagged, says no ill will
By CURTIS ZUPKE The Orange County Register EL SEGUNDO - Lamar Odom fancies himself a “Pee Wee legend” in his youth football days in New York. The open-field tackle he laid on Boston’s Ray Allen on Sunday could have been spliced into his old Pop Warner football highlights, but…
January 07, 2008, 7:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Talking points on losing Lakers
It wasn’t a playoff atmosphere Sunday night at Staples, but there was an added buzz in the arena in anticipation of a new gauge for the Lakers’ improvement — before Boston romped. For his part, Phil Jackson fears and perhaps even expects some shakiness from his younger players come…
January 07, 2008, 7:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Celtics 110, Lakers 91
LOS ANGELES – Phil Jackson, who coached the 1995-96 Chicago Bulls to a 72-10 record, offered a reality check for the NBA-leading Boston Celtics before the game Sunday night. Jackson reminded how Dallas last season and Detroit the season before that drew early notice as potential 72-victory teams…
January 07, 2008, 6:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Lakers weather Kobe’s rough stretch
By CURTIS ZUPKE The Orange County Register EL SEGUNDO - The last time the Lakers came to Memphis, Kobe Bryant went off for 60 points and became the fourth player in NBA history to score at least 50 in three straight games. It was a tellling milestone given how much of that season played out for…
January 07, 2008, 6:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Warriors Call Up Charles Watson aka CJ Watson aka Quiet Storm
Well we knew something was coming. The Warriors have called up NBDL point guard Charles Watson aka CJ Watson aka "Quiet Storm" from the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Looks like Nellie will get to rest Baron Davis a little bit more now. Watson will be on a 10-day contract, but…
January 07, 2008, 6:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Q&A: Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld 1/3/07 (Part 2 of 3)
Make sure to check out the first part of our Q&A with GSoM friend Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld if you haven't already. After the jump we continue on with the second part of our interview with Pree's thoughts on the Jason Kidd, Pau Gasol, and Tracy McGrady trade…
January 07, 2008, 5:30 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
GSOM "You be the DJ" Ticket Giveaway Winner Announcement!
First and foremost, this was one of the hardest choices we at GSoM have ever had to make (second to who's house we should watch the game at). Thank you for the creative, hilarious, and carefully thought out responses to our GSoM 'You Be the DJ' Ticket Giveaway Contest! ; we…
January 07, 2008, 5:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Hey Mr. DJ. Goodbye Mr. DJ
It looks like the Warriors are beginning to make moves before the trade deadline. Perhaps this might be the gateway move that will snowball into a trade for more talent. Perhaps its a sign that the Warriors are looking to upgrade. Starting today, the Warriors look like they're…
January 07, 2008, 5:00 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Rumor: Warriors Interested in Gary Payton
With the Warriors waiving the DJ yesterday and T-Hud being out for the season at least, you'd hope calling up Kosta Perovic was just a first step to some much needed roster changes. Is bringing back a hoops legend the next move? From Janny Hu [SFGate]: The …
January 07, 2008, 4:45 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Q&A: Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld 1/3/07 (Part 1 of 3)
January is a busy time of the year around the league with trade rumors running rampant and most teams and players in mid-season form. Since we have some very inquisitive minds over here at we decided to check in with GSoM friend Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld. Here's a little bit…
January 07, 2008, 4:30 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
The W Column: Counting W's for Week 11
The Warriors have yet to add to the W column in 2008, but I have a feeling that's going to change this week. I see them taking at least 2 of the 4 games on tap. Head on over to The W Column on FSN Bay Area for some week 11 predictions. What are your predictions for this…
January 07, 2008, 4:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Odom is poppin’
LOS ANGELES — Lamar Odom was hunting down some pregame popcorn in the locker room just now, and the way things are going for him it wasn’t surprising that he found it. Except for a three-quarter drought a week ago in New York when he was trying too hard to shine in his hometown, Odom…
January 07, 2008, 3:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Ranking the Lakers, 1-14
My weekly column for our SoCal Sports Now addresses the most valuable Lakers so far — and come season’s end. While you’re clicking over to the column, guess who’s No. 2 …
January 07, 2008, 3:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Recap: Warriors 104, Hornets 116- Stormy Weather
The storms and winds hit Northern California today really hard. It was a rare unpleasant day in the beautiful Bay today and the Warriors didn't exactly provide that bright, shining rainbow after the rain. Preview/ Open Thread (120+ Comments) Oh it was raining in Northern California. It…
January 07, 2008, 2:45 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
GSoF: Wild Card Weekend
The Road to the Super Bowl begins! The Titans managed to claim the final AFC spot with their win over the Colts last week. Peyton Manning and the rest of the starters had limited action so it was all left to backup QB Jim Sorgi to try to keep the Titans out of the playoff picture. Early…
January 07, 2008, 2:30 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Q&A: Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld 1/3/07 (Part 2 of 3)
Make sure to check out the first part of our Q&A with GSoM friend Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld if you haven't already. After the jump we continue on with the second part of our interview with Pree's thoughts on the Jason Kidd, Pau Gasol, and Tracy McGrady trade…
January 07, 2008, 2:15 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
GSOM "You be the DJ" Ticket Giveaway Winner Announcement!
First and foremost, this was one of the hardest choices we at GSoM have ever had to make (second to who's house we should watch the game at). Thank you for the creative, hilarious, and carefully thought out responses to our GSoM 'You Be the DJ' Ticket Giveaway Contest! ; we…
January 07, 2008, 2:00 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Hey Mr. DJ. Goodbye Mr. DJ
It looks like the Warriors are beginning to make moves before the trade deadline. Perhaps this might be the gateway move that will snowball into a trade for more talent. Perhaps its a sign that the Warriors are looking to upgrade. Starting today, the Warriors look like they're…
January 07, 2008, 1:45 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Rumor: Warriors Interested in Gary Payton
With the Warriors waiving the DJ yesterday and T-Hud being out for the season at least, you'd hope calling up Kosta Perovic was just a first step to some much needed roster changes. Is bringing back a hoops legend the next move? From Janny Hu [SFGate]: The …
January 07, 2008, 1:30 PM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Arron Afflalo works harder than you
What time did you get to work today? Nine o’clock? Chances are Arron Afflalo had you beat by an hour and a half. From Joanne Gerstner of the Detroit News: He gets up at 6:30 a.m., something he’s done since arriving at Pistons training camp early last fall. By 7:30 a.m., he’s at…
January 07, 2008, 11:30 AM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Time to figure it out
So the buzz word about Suns fans is we're whiners. We're obsessed with almosts. It's been 40 years with tons of talent and no title. A fan who can stay committed even through a fraction of that time (Danny Manning's knee, Mario Elie's corner 3, McDyess goes back to Denver, Kidd for Marbury, Joe…
January 07, 2008, 04:30 AM ET from The Rising Suns
Q&A: Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld 1/3/07 (Part 1 of 3)
January is a busy time of the year around the league with trade rumors running rampant and most teams and players in mid-season form. Since we have some very inquisitive minds over here at we decided to check in with GSoM friend Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld. Here's a little bit…
January 07, 2008, 02:45 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind
OPEN THREAD: Game #34 - Warriors vs Hornets
Warriors (W-L): 19-14 Hornets (W-L): 21-11 TV: FSN Bay Area HD Radio: KNBR 680 A preview of today's Friday night festivity at the Roaracle after the jump! Update: Warriors lose a "close one" 116-104. Final Boxscore Stay tuned for the recap...On paper I don't like this matchup…
January 07, 2008, 02:30 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Recap: Warriors 104, Hornets 116- Stormy Weather
The storms and winds hit Northern California today really hard. It was a rare unpleasant day in the beautiful Bay today and the Warriors didn't exactly provide that bright, shining rainbow after the rain. Preview/ Open Thread (120+ Comments) Oh it was raining in Northern California. It…
January 07, 2008, 02:15 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind
GSoF: Wild Card Weekend
The Road to the Super Bowl begins! The Titans managed to claim the final AFC spot with their win over the Colts last week. Peyton Manning and the rest of the starters had limited action so it was all left to backup QB Jim Sorgi to try to keep the Titans out of the playoff picture. Early…
January 07, 2008, 02:00 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Q&A: Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld 1/3/07 (Part 2 of 3)
Make sure to check out the first part of our Q&A with GSoM friend Preetom Bhattacharya from Hoopsworld if you haven't already. After the jump we continue on with the second part of our interview with Pree's thoughts on the Jason Kidd, Pau Gasol, and Tracy McGrady trade…
January 07, 2008, 01:45 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Tough stretch looms for Bobcats
When Gerald Wallace warned Sunday that the hump they must get over could turn into a hill and the hill becomes a mountain, it got me thinking: They’re in real danger of a nine-game losing streak, and 13 losses over...
January 07, 2008, 01:15 AM ET from Bobcats: Inside the NBA by Rick Bonnell
Lakers 112, Pacers 96
LOS ANGELES – Phil Jackson entered the game with one more regular-season coaching victory and the same nine NBA championships as Red Auerbach. Can it now safely be said that Jackson is the greatest coach in league history? Jackson added a little bit to that argument Sunday night in the Lakers’…
January 07, 2008, 01:00 AM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
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