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Archive for May 2008

May 17th, 2008

Early Entry International Players - 2008 NBA Draft

Here is a list of the international players who declared as early entries into the 2008 NBA Draft. These players have until June 16th to withdraw from the draft.
Pictured is Danilo Gallinari, who is considered the best draft prospect on the list below.
International Early Entry Candidates
Alexis Ajinca
Nicolas Batum
Rodrigue Beaubois
Mikheil Berishvili
Omri Casspi
Victor Claver
Nando de Colo
Danilo […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

May 17th, 2008

Trent Plaisted 2008 NBA Draft Prospect

Trent Plaisted has officially made himself eligible for the 2008 NBA Draft. Plaisted, who completed his junior season at BYU, hired an agent on Friday. It was somewhat of a surprising move because most draft experts expected Plaisted to return to BYU.
What has kept Plaisted from being a better NBA prospect is his […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 3 comments

May 17th, 2008

You Can’t Stop Me! - Kobe Bryant Leads Lakers

Kobe Bryant led the Los Angeles Lakers as they defeated the Utah Jazz in Game 6 to advance to the Western Conference Finals. During the game, Kobe let the Utah crowd know that “You Can’t Guard Me!” Check the video below to see Kobe yelling to the crowd. Apparently, Kobe’s back injury […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

May 16th, 2008

Robert Horry Hard Foul David West Video

Check out this video of Robert Horry’s hard foul on David West in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semi-Finals. With the San Antonio Spurs blowing out the New Orleans Hornets, Robert Horry hit David West with a hard yet seemingly clean back pick. David West fell to the ground holding his back […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 3 comments

May 15th, 2008

Daniel Gibson Injury Update - Playoff Injury

Daniel Gibson, a backup guard on the Cleveland Cavaliers, suffered a separated shoulder in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals against the Boston Celtics. After an MRI, it was determined to be a first-degree separation. Gibson is expected to miss up to two weeks with the injury.
The timing for this injury is […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 1 comment

May 14th, 2008

2008 NBA Second Round Playoff Update

WESTERN CONFERENCE
Los Angeles Lakers - 3
Utah Jazz - 2
Outlook: The Lakers beat the Jazz in the pivotal Game 5. Kobe Bryant’s injury seems to be limiting a bit so the Jazz aren’t done yet.
New Orleans Hornets - 3
San Antonio Spurs - 2
Outlook: The Hornets won Game 5 at home. Tyson Chandler and David […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 1 comment

May 14th, 2008

Tyson Chandler and David West Injury Updates

Tyson Chandler of the New Orleans Hornets left Game 5 in the fourth quarter and didn’t return. The Hornets had a big lead on the San Antonio Spurs and didn’t need the services of their up-and-coming center. Reports indicate that if needed, Chandler should have been able to return.
Chandler is dealing with a […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

May 14th, 2008

OJ Mayo Scandal - 2008 NBA Draft

OJ Mayo has found himself in the middle of another scandal. According to reports, OJ Mayo received money and expensive items during his time at USC. Watch the video at the end of this entry to see what OJ Mayo is accused of doing.
How will the OJ Mayo scandal affect OJ Mayo and […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

May 12th, 2008

NBA All-Defensive Team - Fantasy Edition

On Monday, the NBA announced its two All-Defensive teams. The first team consisted of Tim Duncan, Bruce Bowen, Kevin Garnett, Kobe Bryant and Marcus Camby. The second team consisted of Shane Battier, Chris Paul, Dwight Howard, Tayshaun Prince and Raja Bell.
Who would be on the fantasy basketball All-Defensive team for the […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments

May 12th, 2008

Kobe Bryant Injury Update - Playoff Injury

Kobe Bryant injured his back in Game 4 against the Utah Jazz but has indicated that he’ll play in Game 5. Bryant was hurt in the first quarter of the game when taking a jump shot.
The back injury obviously limited Bryant in Game 4. The 2008 NBA MVP was 13-for-33 from the floor […]

By Stephen Kersey -- 0 comments