Author: Michael Curtis

Oklahoma City Thunder

Russell Westbrook’s Thunderous Start

If the NBA’s Most Valuable Player was awarded after two games, Oklahoma City Thunder’s Russell Westbrook would be the second unanimous MVP in history. Russell Westbrook made history by doing something that hasn’t been achieved since Kareem Abdul-Jabaar in 1975. The Oklahoma City Thunder point guard explodes for a 51-point triple-double. In his last game against the Philadelphia 76ers, a fan flipped him off. As … Continue reading Russell Westbrook’s Thunderous Start

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Chicago Bulls

Dwyane Wade Shines In Homecoming

In the Chicago Bulls’ season opener, Dwyane Wade shined – and then some – as he proved he still has much left in the tank as the Bulls defeated the Boston Celtics 105-99. After connecting on a mid range jumper for the first time in United Center, Dwyane Wade looked comfortable with his new team already. Wade’s Bulls debut was nothing short of excellent as … Continue reading Dwyane Wade Shines In Homecoming

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Atlanta Hawks

Dennis Schröder Appears To Be Atlanta’s Long Term Answer

Dennis Schroder will be the primary point guard in Atlanta for years to come, as he and the Atlanta Hawks agreed on a four-year contract extension. Earlier this week, Atlanta Hawks point guard Dennis Schroder committed to the organization that drafted him in 2013. Likewise, the organization committed to him. According to ESPN, Schroder’s extension is worth $70 million over four years, with $62 million … Continue reading Dennis Schröder Appears To Be Atlanta’s Long Term Answer

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NBA

Shaquille O’Neal’s Dominance From Start To Finish

What happens when you combine power, will and skill with a seven-foot basketball player? You get Shaquille O’Neal, an all time great. From his early days in Orlando to his prime in Los Angeles and Miami, Shaquille O’Neal has been dominant. To seal his basketball resume, O’Neal is now enshrined in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame among basketball royalty. In the 1992 NBA … Continue reading Shaquille O’Neal’s Dominance From Start To Finish

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Cleveland Cavaliers

LeBron James Agrees To Three-Year Deal With The Cleveland Cavaliers

LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to a three-year, $100 million deal. LeBron James, the businessman, strikes again. The 31-year-old small forward and the Cleveland Cavaliers have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $100 million (per ESPN). The deal came after an historic championship parade in Cleveland, multiple vacation getaways, acquisition of Mike Dunleavy (via trade) and the free agent signings of … Continue reading LeBron James Agrees To Three-Year Deal With The Cleveland Cavaliers

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New York Knicks, Team USA

Carmelo Anthony Is Making An Impact On And Off The Court

Carmelo Anthony’s role as a leader is more evident now more than ever, and not just on the basketball court. Carmelo Anthony is attempting to lead Team USA to its third straight gold medal in the Rio 2016 Olympics next month. Many NBA superstars did not commit to this year’s national team for various reasons including LeBron James, Chris Paul, Stephen Curry and Russell Westbrook. … Continue reading Carmelo Anthony Is Making An Impact On And Off The Court

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Dallas Mavericks

Dirk Gets Paid After Years Of Sacrifice

The Dallas Mavericks finally repay Dirk Nowitzki for all the financial sacrifices he’s made over the last few offseasons. Dirk Nowitzki and the Dallas Mavericks have finalized a two-year contract worth $50 million. The deal comes as no surprise, but the Mavericks have increased the amount from the original two-year, $40 million deal that was agreed on earlier this month. Loyalty and business are two … Continue reading Dirk Gets Paid After Years Of Sacrifice

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Cleveland Cavaliers, Team USA

Kyrie Irving And Coach K Reunite In Rio

Can Kyrie Irving win an NBA Championship and Olympic Gold Medal with Team USA Basketball in the same year? Kyrie Irving has his eyes on the gold once again as he reunites with his former college coach Mike Krzyzewski to help the Team USA Basketball team win an Olympic Gold Medal in Rio next month. Krzyzewski coached Irving at Duke for one season before he … Continue reading Kyrie Irving And Coach K Reunite In Rio

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San Antonio Spurs, Team USA

Gregg Popovich Looking Forward To Continued Role With Team USA

How long will Gregg Popovich coach? Well he’s committed to Team USA until 2020. Whenever you hear the name Gregg Popovich, you automatically think of consistency, winning and greatness. Those qualities embody everything that Team USA stands for and the San Antonio Spurs’ head coach will continue to be involved with the national team for the foreseeable future. He has fully committed to Team USA … Continue reading Gregg Popovich Looking Forward To Continued Role With Team USA

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Minnesota Timberwolves

Minnesota Timberwolves’ Tyus Jones Named Summer League MVP

Despite the fact that Denzel Valentine made the jumper to win the Summer League Championship, Minnesota Timberwolves’ Tyus Jones was named MVP. Despite the fact that Chicago Bulls rookie Denzel Valentine made the game-winning turnaround jumper to win the Samsung NBA Summer League Championship in Las Vegas, Tyus Jones was named Most Valuable Player for the entire tournament. After starting with a record of 0-3, … Continue reading Minnesota Timberwolves’ Tyus Jones Named Summer League MVP

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