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Pivot Points: "Kobe Or LeBron" Is No Debate At All

In the same manner in which Kobe Bryant was unfairly compared to Michael Jordan in the late 90's, the debate continues with LeBron James being similarly compared to Kobe...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 26 days ago 2,560 reads 128 comments
Testicular Fortitude: Why Steve Nash Will Never Be The NBA's True MVP

First and foremost, an MVP is a leader. There are many different ways in which one can be a leader. Some leaders are more emotional than others, others are more maintained than some, but there ...

Written by Harrison Moore about 16 days ago 1,279 reads 106 comments
The Tragic Story Of Allen Iverson:How Media and Nba Sabotaged His Career

Thanks to the media and the NBA sabotaging his career since the Nuggets were swept in the playoffs by the Lakers in 2008, Allen Iverson left the Memphis Grizzlies today...

Written by Allen Iverson is the MVP about 22 days ago 1,036 reads 83 comments
To The Iverson Apologists: There Is No A.I. In Team

On Saturday, Allen Iverson was officially granted a leave of absence from the Memphis Grizzlies to tend to a "personal matter". To speculate on what those personal matters may be would be inappropriate, but one can not help but notice the timing...

Written by Jay Wierenga about 16 days ago 749 reads 68 comments
NBA Power Rankings: Lakers, Cavs, and Magic Prove Cream Rises

Every week, we of the NBA season, we see more and more who the real contenders are and who the pretenders are. No more jibber-jabber this week, let’s get to the Power Rankings. 1. Los Angeles Lakers (3)—With Pau back, who can stop L...

Written by John Lorge about 6 days ago 1,111 reads 61 comments
NBA Pivot Points: Kobe Is Still Capable of Shouldering the LA Lakers' Burdens

Imagine, people were sure that this would be the year that Kobe Bryant would take a back seat to the young guns in the NBA. Most felt that due to the construction and dynamics of the Los Angeles Lakers, that Kobe's numbers would dip accordingly...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 19 days ago 740 reads 56 comments
Pivot Points: Enough with the Allen Iverson Speculation, His Time Has Passed

New York Knicks President Donnie Walsh summed it up perfectly when he said that although Allen Iverson is a terrific player his team is going in a different direction, and he hopes that he is able to land with a team that could use him...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 8 days ago 751 reads 51 comments
Pivot Points: The LA Lakers' Bench Is the Weakest Link to a Superior Team

If the game of professional basketball was played without the service of reserves, then the Los Angeles Lakers would be more dominant than they have been in the past three games...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 4 days ago 744 reads 50 comments
Could LeBron James Be a Laker Next Year?

Now I've never been one to spread gossip, but this particular item deserved a little attention. Sam Smith of Bulls.com wrote an article today speculating that LeBron James could be headed to the Lakers next summer...

Written by Andrew Ungvari about 27 days ago 2,510 reads 50 comments
Is 2010 Here Yet? Dwyane Wade Dodges All Questions Regarding Knicks

What’s the only good thing about the Knicks’ opening night loss to the Heat? Dwyane Wade is on my fantasy basketball team...

Written by Keith Schlosser about about 1 month ago 369 reads 50 comments
Breaking News: Allen Iverson Is Unhappy With Role on Memphis Grizzlies

Wow, there’s a newsflash. This also just in, Yao Ming is China’s favorite NBA player. Since his departure from the Nuggets one year ago today, Allen Iverson has posted a 22-28 record ...

Written by Courtzide Seatz about 26 days ago 1,033 reads 49 comments
Show Ya Rags!: 10 NBA Players Who Could Double As Gang Members

We have all been guilty of it before, and in some cases our suspicions had some merit. Did that player just flash a gang sign after hitting a big shot? Well, in some instances yes, that's ...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 22 days ago 916 reads 46 comments
Power Surge: The NBA's Top 10 Players Right Now

I must start this article off with a disclaimer, because I'm sure by the time it is read there will be plenty of exasperation and gnashing of teeth...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 7 days ago 1,262 reads 44 comments
Allen Iverson a New York Knick: What's the Worst That Could Happen?

The 1-9 Knicks have had a few much needed days off. You would think that a team doing as poorly as the Knicks would take those few days to rest and lay low from the media. Well, think again...

Written by Keith Schlosser about 11 days ago 453 reads 43 comments
Pivot Points: Is The L.A. Lakers' Bench Overrated?

The whispers have already begun, and it may be time to stop perpetuating the myth. If the Los Angeles Lakers are to repeat as NBA champions it will probably be on the backs of their top six players...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 27 days ago 581 reads 42 comments
David Stern took this too far: The Operation to Destroy Allen Iverson

On the day A.I. left the Grizzlies, I wrote this article http://bleacherreport.com/articles/286323-the-tragic-story-of-allen-iversonhow-media-and-nba-sabotaged-his-career detailing the chronological ...

Written by Allen Iverson is the MVP about 5 days ago 1,717 reads 40 comments
Minnesota's Corey Brewer Is In Sophomore Form, Progress Is Certain

Corey Brewer is a good player but he's not efficient. It means that he does everything great, except score at a high percentage...

Written by Matthew Hayden about 25 days ago 242 reads 40 comments
Prepare The Throne, the King Is Here! Lebron James Pays Visit To Knicks

Come one, come all! Catch the spectacle at Madison Square Garden! King James has finally arrived to New York…even if it is only for a visit...

Written by Keith Schlosser about 23 days ago 194 reads 39 comments
Question: Should Allen Iverson be Signed to The Lakers? The Answer, YES!

Call me crazy, and I acknowledge this could be a risky move, but I think I have the answer to the question of what team should sign Allen Iverson? It's the World Champion Los Angeles Lakers...

Written by Matt Smith about 7 days ago 1,978 reads 38 comments
LeBron James Should Become A Timberwolf; It's Actually Not a Bad Move

I expect so much controversy on this topic. But I choose to do it anyway. LeBron should sign with the Minnesota Timberwolves this upcoming free agency. New Jersey Nets and the Chicago Bulls would be a great fit as well...

Written by Matthew Hayden about 23 days ago 295 reads 38 comments
Born To Lead: The Top 10 Floor Generals in the NBA

Some NBA players are born leaders, while others are thrust into the role due to circumstance or chance. Due to genetics or sheer force of will there are some players who were bullt to command...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 23 days ago 953 reads 38 comments
Pivot Points: Stephen Jackson Offers More of the Same for Bobcats

Forgive me if I'm not impressed, but as a Charlotte native I've seen this played out before; in fact it involved the very same teams...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 12 days ago 194 reads 36 comments
Pivot Points: How Bad Was the LA Lakers' Loss to Denver? Ask Johan Petro

To say the Los Angeles Lakers lost to the Denver Nuggets on Friday night would not be doing justice to the word lost. I can think of a few better words like, battered, bruised, demolished, annihilated...

Written by Hadarii Jones about 15 days ago 639 reads 36 comments
Start Spreading the News: Kobe, Not Lebron, Could Be a Knick Next Year

With all the talk of LeBron James leaving the Cavs next season, little attention has been paid to the other free agency saga going on between Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers...

Written by Benny Blanco about 17 days ago 865 reads 36 comments
Kevin Durant-Brandon Jennings: The Rivalry Begins

Three-year veteran Kevin Durant and rookie Brandon Jennings have both done something many thought wouldn't happen until the future. Maturity was the biggest question surrounding both players, but so far this season both have answered that question...

Written by Curtis Finchum about 3 days ago 474 reads 35 comments

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Basketball Article Archive

Pivot Points: "Kobe Or LeBron" Is No Debate At All

Testicular Fortitude: Why Steve Nash Will Never Be The NBA's True MVP

The Tragic Story Of Allen Iverson:How Media and Nba Sabotaged His Career

To The Iverson Apologists: There Is No A.I. In Team

NBA Power Rankings: Lakers, Cavs, and Magic Prove Cream Rises

NBA Pivot Points: Kobe Is Still Capable of Shouldering the LA Lakers' Burdens

Pivot Points: Enough with the Allen Iverson Speculation, His Time Has Passed

Pivot Points: The LA Lakers' Bench Is the Weakest Link to a Superior Team

Could LeBron James Be a Laker Next Year?

Is 2010 Here Yet? Dwyane Wade Dodges All Questions Regarding Knicks

Breaking News: Allen Iverson Is Unhappy With Role on Memphis Grizzlies

Show Ya Rags!: 10 NBA Players Who Could Double As Gang Members

Power Surge: The NBA's Top 10 Players Right Now

Allen Iverson a New York Knick: What's the Worst That Could Happen?

Pivot Points: Is The L.A. Lakers' Bench Overrated?

David Stern took this too far: The Operation to Destroy Allen Iverson

Minnesota's Corey Brewer Is In Sophomore Form, Progress Is Certain

Prepare The Throne, the King Is Here! Lebron James Pays Visit To Knicks

Question: Should Allen Iverson be Signed to The Lakers? The Answer, YES!

LeBron James Should Become A Timberwolf; It's Actually Not a Bad Move

Born To Lead: The Top 10 Floor Generals in the NBA

Pivot Points: Stephen Jackson Offers More of the Same for Bobcats

Pivot Points: How Bad Was the LA Lakers' Loss to Denver? Ask Johan Petro

Start Spreading the News: Kobe, Not Lebron, Could Be a Knick Next Year

Kevin Durant-Brandon Jennings: The Rivalry Begins

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