Sports From the Basement

The Triangle Offense and the New York Knicks

Much has been said in recent weeks about the Triangle Offense. With the return of Phil Jackson to basketball (as head of Basketball Operations) the championship-starved Knicks faithful can’t seem to stop talking about the offense, what it will do for Carmelo Anthony, and how long it will take the team to learn it, master it,… Continue reading The Triangle Offense and the New York Knicks

El Classico in Review, Real Madrid 3 – Barçalona 1

Well that’s a wrap on a barnburner of a game. Real Madrid concede early, but rally back with three of their own and move one point behind Barça in the standings. Let’s look at the five important keys outlined yesterday: Luis Suarez. Luis played 70 minutes, and looked great for someone who had not played competitively… Continue reading El Classico in Review, Real Madrid 3 – Barçalona 1

NBA Workday Podcast – Wednesday October 22

Rockets 90 – Magic 89 Nets 86 – Celtics 100 Wizards 100 – Knicks 103 Maccabi Haifa 85 – Raptors 92 Cavaliers 92 – Grizzlies 96 Timberwolves 110 – Bucks 91 Hawks 117 – Spurs 107 Trail Blazers 86 – Lakers 94 Suns 105 – Clippers 108

Why the Cavs won’t win the NBA title this year

In the last couple of years, the NBA offseason has become just as important as the actual season. Teams of reporters now follow every move of front office execs, free agents, and “sources” loosely associated with those in the know. This summer was especially bad. The drama over Lebron James’ free-agency was centered around him… Continue reading Why the Cavs won’t win the NBA title this year

NBA Workday Podcast – Wednesday, October 15

Kings (117) at Nets (129) Pistons (104) at Hornets (84) Pacers (93) at Cavs (98) Flamengo (88) at Magic (106) Maccabi Haifa (95) at Wizards (101) Raptors (92) at Celtics (89)