Weaver trade a surprise
I didn’t anticipate the Bobcats trading second-round pick Kyle Weaver, but I’m also not surprised. I’m on vacation right now, but I wanted to chime in on the Bobcats getting back their second-round pick for Weaver. Larry Brown didn’t use...
August 11, 2008, 11:30 PM ET from Bobcats: Inside the NBA by Rick Bonnell
“Kobe Bryant asked me about my leg.”
US sprinter Tyson Gay was a bit overwhelmed when he met Kobe Bryant.
August 11, 2008, 10:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Could it be Ciao, Kobe?
OK, so maybe Kobe Bryant wasn’t JOKING when he mentioned he would considering signing on with a European team for $50 million when his contract runs out. The Lakers star told Yahoo! Sports on Saturday that he won’t sign a contract extension until he has tested the global market.…
August 11, 2008, 10:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Good review for Sun Yue
Kobe goes up against his new teammate Sun Yue, and the world reacts. From Alan Paul at Slam Online: “Sun Yue, newly signed by the Lakers after being drafted by them last year, looked good. He did not back down against his future teammate Kobe in the early going, made some threes and created…
August 11, 2008, 10:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Insider’s opinion
This assessment of the Lakers’ rookie swingman Sun Yue comes from a veteran NBA executive, who has scouted hundreds of players both internationally and in the United States. (more…)
August 11, 2008, 9:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Shaq building condos, not bridges
Shaquille O’Neal is putting his money – not a microphone – where his mouth is these days. Instead of rappin’ about his favorite nemesis – Kobe Bryant – Shaq announced he and two development firms will fund a $90 million, 25-story condominium tower in Newark, N.J. on city-owned land near the New…
August 11, 2008, 9:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Putting in work
Lakers guard Coby Karl was in Las Vegas last week participating in the annual Tim Grgurich skills camp. Asked how Karl looked, a veteran NBA coach responded, “He did what he does best - he made shots.” (more…)
August 11, 2008, 9:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Great minds …
… either a) think alike; or b) regurgitate DBB. [Update: … or c) sometimes jump the gun. Of all the times I’ve suspected my ideas being appropriated by other writers and media outlets, this was a poor example to use to air my frustration. For one, the subject matter is hardly…
August 11, 2008, 7:30 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Pistons haiku contest
Longtime readers of this site know that every now and then the comments section will break into spontaneous haiku. It hasn’t happened in a while, but if the poetry bug is starting to bite, head over to Pistonscast for their haiku contest.
August 11, 2008, 7:15 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Kobe gets the bad-timing award
Did you see what Randy Youngman said about Kobe Bryant today? If Kobe has proven anything over the last two years, it is this: He should keep his mouth shut in the off season. Last year, he wanted to leave the Lakers, a statement that got him booed in the first game of the season. Now, he’s…
August 11, 2008, 7:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
He has the Olympic spirit
There is no question that first-time Olympian Kobe Bryant is caught up in the spirit of this world-wide spectacle that occurs once every four years. No doubt, Kobe probably wishes that he would have been involved with representing his country in the Olympic Games long before now. He is so excited…
August 11, 2008, 6:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Calling the shot doctor
I know it’s not just me feeling this. But if Kobe Bryant and his Team USA mates are going to fulfill their quest to win the Olympic gold medal in basketball, their outside shooting must improve in future games. Our guys only made 7 of 24 shots from beyond the 3-point arc in Sunday’s…
August 11, 2008, 6:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Dressing down…way down
As I’m watching and listening to the pre-game chatter before Team USA’s epic battle against China’s basketball team, a question came to me. How is NBC sideline commentator Craig Sager going to be able to last throughout the entire Beijing Olympic basketball coverage? He’s…
August 11, 2008, 6:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
More Sun video: Can he go right?
He looks great, but is it me, or are 90 percent of his strong moves going left?
August 11, 2008, 6:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
“Kobe Bryant asked me about my leg.”
US sprinter Tyson Gay was a bit overwhelmed when he met Kobe Bryant.
August 11, 2008, 6:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Could it be Ciao, Kobe?
OK, so maybe Kobe Bryant wasn’t JOKING when he mentioned he would considering signing on with a European team for $50 million when his contract runs out. The Lakers star told Yahoo! Sports on Saturday that he won’t sign a contract extension until he has tested the global market.…
August 11, 2008, 6:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Flip Murray to Russia?
Former Piston Flip Murray may be cashing in his dollars for ruples: “A source said free-agent guard Flip Murray has been approached by Dynamo Moscow. The former Cavs guard had drawn some interest from Cleveland, but that was before the Cavs signed Tarence Kinsey. Dallas and Washington have…
August 11, 2008, 5:46 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Good review for Sun Yue
Kobe goes up against his new teammate Sun Yue, and the world reacts. From Alan Paul at Slam Online: “Sun Yue, newly signed by the Lakers after being drafted by them last year, looked good. He did not back down against his future teammate Kobe in the early going, made some threes and created…
August 11, 2008, 5:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Back in a month
They scatter far and wide during the off season. Whether it is for vacation or to their permanent residences, most NBA players don’t remain in the cities in which they play, during the summer.Take Lakers forward Lamar Odom. Chances are you’d have a better chance of running into him back…
August 11, 2008, 2:00 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Shaq building condos, not bridges
Shaquille O’Neal is putting his money – not a microphone – where his mouth is these days. Instead of rappin’ about his favorite nemesis – Kobe Bryant – Shaq announced he and two development firms will fund a $90 million, 25-story condominium tower in Newark, N.J. on city-owned land near…
August 11, 2008, 1:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Show him the money
It all began with an off-hand remark by LeBron James that if some European team wished to pay him $50 million for a season, he would bolt the NBA for a year, when he becomes a free agent, two summers from now. That prompted reporters tailing Team USA’s basketball team to ask Lakers star Kobe…
August 11, 2008, 1:45 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Kobe gets the bad-timing award
Did you see what Randy Youngman said about Kobe Bryant today? If Kobe has proven anything over the last two years, it is this: He should keep his mouth shut in the off season. Last year, he wanted to leave the Lakers, a statement that got him booed in the first game of the season. Now, he’s…
August 11, 2008, 1:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
He has the Olympic spirit
There is no question that first-time Olympian Kobe Bryant is caught up in the spirit of this world-wide spectacle that occurs once every four years. No doubt, Kobe probably wishes that he would have been involved with representing his country in the Olympic Games long before now. He is so excited…
August 11, 2008, 1:30 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Calling the shot doctor
I know it’s not just me feeling this. But if Kobe Bryant and his Team USA mates are going to fulfill their quest to win the Olympic gold medal in basketball, their outside shooting must improve in future games. Our guys only made 7 of 24 shots from beyond the 3-point arc in Sunday’s…
August 11, 2008, 1:15 PM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Sun rises with the Lakers
Well, now we’ll soon know if Sun Yue indeed is the second coming of Magic Johnson. It has been confirmed that the 6-9 Chinese guard will be joining the Lakers, on a two-year deal. “We’ve agreed to terms,” Lakers spokesman John Black said Friday morning. “We hope to…
August 11, 2008, 12:45 AM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
More Sun video: Can he go right?
He looks great, but is it me, or are 90 percent of his strong moves going left?
August 11, 2008, 12:30 AM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Dressing down…way down
As I’m watching and listening to the pre-game chatter before Team USA’s epic battle against China’s basketball team, a question beseeched me. How is NBC sideline commentator Craig Sager going to be able to last throughout the entire Beijing Olympic basketball coverage, wearing…
August 11, 2008, 12:15 AM ET from Lakers: Locker Talk by Kevin Ding
Monday’s Layup Drill
I’ve been busy so a few of these are old, but in case you missed them … The last few summers, the word everyone has liked to use when talking about the Pistons has been “complacency.” What’s the new buzz word? “Accountable.” Lindsey Hunter is using it,…
August 11, 2008, 09:15 AM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Gordon says "It doesn't look like" he'll remain a Bull
Gordon says "It doesn't look like" he'll remain a Bull [From the FanShots. Ben really likes talking about leading the team in scoring, doesn't he? He has a case if there is indeed a team willing to do a sign/trade for him. But if there isn't...he will be here next year, at least on the QO.…
August 11, 2008, 04:45 AM ET from Blog a Bull
Bulls Announce 08-09 Schedule
Bulls Announce 08-09 Schedule [From the FanShots. That's correct: opening night the Bulls will be hosting Skiles, and his assistant: whatshisname. -ed.] "The Chicago Bulls will tip off their 43rd season on Tuesday, October 28, when they host the Milwaukee Bucks in their season opener at…
August 11, 2008, 04:30 AM ET from Blog a Bull
It looks that way. I don't think they want to lose their leading scorer for nothing. Maybe they d...
It looks that way. I don't think they want to lose their leading scorer for nothing. Maybe they do, I don't know. Ben Gordon, on the Bulls limiting their offer to what's left under the luxury tax, and sticking to the scoring = $$$ talking points.
August 11, 2008, 04:15 AM ET from Blog a Bull
Monta Ellis gets 6/$66m from Warriors
Monta Ellis gets 6/$66m from Warriors Somewhere, Ben Gordon (adjust Ellis' numbers for Nellieball) is peeved.
August 11, 2008, 04:00 AM ET from Blog a Bull
Breaking: Camby to Clips for a Second Rounder
Breaking: Camby to Clips for a Second Rounder [From the FanShots. Like 'fundamentallysound' says, it's good news and bad news for the Bulls. -ed.] Well this should eat up most of that Clippers cap room, thus making Deng and BG more likely to settle for less. On the other hand, a Camby for…
August 11, 2008, 03:45 AM ET from Blog a Bull
SBNBA Olympic Basketball primer
I don't really care about Olympic basketball or who wins. I think the only Bull participating is Nocioni, and, well.... BUT! If you do care (and who am I kidding, it's pro-level basketball so I'll watch it), two of SBNation's finest, AttheHive and GreenBandwagon, have been running through all…
August 11, 2008, 03:30 AM ET from Blog a Bull
To Mediocrity! Now, and...no, not forever.
One of the common arguments against signing Ben Gordon to a long-term deal (and to a lesser extent, doing the same with Luol Deng) is the idea that the Bulls will become "locked in" to a salary structure, with talent not sufficient to win a title. It's bolstered by the lame "studies" that say…
August 11, 2008, 03:15 AM ET from Blog a Bull
Digging in
Paxson has said that he will not make any moves without knowing the team's status with Ben Gordon. The Bulls have also used the Luxury Tax threshold as a cap for Gordon's contract offer: that of 6 years and around $59m. Considering that this is an offer that is less (annually) than what was…
August 11, 2008, 03:00 AM ET from Blog a Bull
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