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Imagine That—Exciting NHL Playoff Action Without Fighting

As some of you know, I am not a big hockey fan; hence, I tend not to write about it.  But, ...

The Top 10 Greatest Closers In NBA History

In team sports (except for possibly baseball—where statistics rule) it is always more accurate when you are ranking a player all ...

Hey LeBron James: Next Time, Shake Hands

This is difficult for me because LeBron James is currently my favorite athlete, but I felt compelled to write this.  I ...

Why the NBA Should Return to the 2-2-1-1-1 Format for the Finals

I have never liked the 2-3-2 format for a seven-game playoff series.  I am convinced it gives the team with the ...

Has Carmelo Anthony Achieved Superstar Status?

Unlike some of the media, I am not a big fan of throwing around terms like superstar and legend loosely.  Hence, ...

Suddenly, the NBA Might Not Get its Dream Matchup

When the Playoffs began, it seemed inevitable that the NBA was going to get its dream match-up of the last two ...

Jeremy Tyler Goes Pro Early and I Am Surprisingly OK with His Decision

Jeremy Tyler of San Diego has decided to skip his senior year in high school and play pro basketball in Europe ...

Why Dwyane Wade Will Not Win the NBA MVP Award

The first reason that Dwyane Wade won’t win the NBA MVP Award is that he doesn’t deserve it.  While consideration for ...

The NBA Playoffs … Where Legends are Born

The PLAYOFFS are coming! Last Monday was the NCAA Division 1 Men's Basketball Title Game, which officially ended March Madness. While ...

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