Jimmer Fredette won the 2010-11 Oscar Robertson Trophy, annually presented to the National Player of the Year in college basketball. Drafted by the Sacramento Kings, he never quite fit in there. Jimmer is an undersized shooting guard who doesn't have the skill set to play the one. The Kings released him, and now the Chicago Bulls have signed him. Both the Chicago Tribune and … [Read more...] about Jimmer Fredette signs with the Chicago Bulls
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2011 NBA Draft re-do with 2012 hindsight
It is an annual tradition here during the NBA All-Star break to re-do the NBA Draft lottery from the previous year. The Sports Bank’s NBA Draft Nerd, David Kay and Peter Christian will alternate re-drafting the top fourteen picks in the 2011 NBA Draft taking into account what they know about the rookies based off their performances so far this season. They will factor in how … [Read more...] about 2011 NBA Draft re-do with 2012 hindsight
Jimmer, Steve Young Star in Funny BYU Cougars Video
The video that follows after the jump includes an all-star team of BYU legends: Steve Young, Jimmer Fredette, Lavell Edwards etc talking about being a real cougar; becoming a real cougar. On one level the video is cutesy innocent funny- in the way they utilized the CGI cougar. But another, more sexually depraved level this video is very funny. Because if you search for the … [Read more...] about Jimmer, Steve Young Star in Funny BYU Cougars Video
#44 BYU Cougars: College Basketball 111 in 111
Welcome to The Sports Bank’s second annual college basketball season preview series. Last year we looked at 99 teams in 99 days. This year, we are being slightly more aggressive and expanding to 111 teams in 111 days. We will rank the 74 power conference teams and top 37 mid-majors in reverse power ranking order. We’ll break down rosters, non-conference schedules, and pick … [Read more...] about #44 BYU Cougars: College Basketball 111 in 111
Milwaukee Bucks Make a Splash for Stephen Jackson
The Milwaukee Bucks took part in a three-way deal with the Charlotte Bobcats and Sacramento Kings in the first round of the 2011 NBA Draft which was highlighted by Stephen Jackson becoming a Buck. Jackson is joined by Charlotte's Shaun Livingston, Sacramento's Beno Udrih and the 19th overall pick Tobias Harris of Tennessee. The Bucks sent Corey Maggette to Charlotte and John … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Bucks Make a Splash for Stephen Jackson
Jimmer Fredette Gets Candid, Increases NBA Draft Stock (Video)
Jimmer Fredette was the National Player of the Year in college basketball. Jimmer’s amazing season inspired “Jimmermania” which in turn led to the usage of the term Jimmer as a verb and a metaphor for greatness. He also inspired the greatest Sports Illustrated cover ever. And then his team was eliminated in the very next game, once again giving more credibility to the “SI … [Read more...] about Jimmer Fredette Gets Candid, Increases NBA Draft Stock (Video)
Greatest Jimmer Fredette Photograph/Magazine Cover Ever
I guess this means the BYU Cougars will be eliminated in a few hours at the hands of the Florida Gators. That is if you believe in the Sports Illustrated cover jinx. Isn't this the greatest college basketball picture ever? If you need to sum up "Jimmer-mania" in one piece this is it. Jimmer Fredette at work, doing his thing. He appears to be flying, the ball fits perfectly … [Read more...] about Greatest Jimmer Fredette Photograph/Magazine Cover Ever
NCAA Tournament Southeast Regional Sweet 16 Breakdown
Butler has done it again; knocking off Pitt in the third round of the NCAA Tournament featuring a crazy ending with two somewhat controversial foul calls in the final seconds. Now the Bulldogs are in the Sweet 16 of the Southeast Regional along with Wisconsin, Florida, and Jimmer Fredette’s BYU Cougars. Here is the breakdown of Thursday night’s games and who I think will be … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament Southeast Regional Sweet 16 Breakdown
Jimmer-Mania Hits New Orleans NCAA Regional: BYU vs. Florida Preview
He started out as an unknown his freshman and sophomore year. People began to recognize his name after a clutch performance in the NCAA first round last season and now he's the hottest topic in college basketball. Jimmer Fredette, the 6'2" shooting guard for Brigham Young University, has wowed the crowds all year long with his 30-foot three pointers and night in, night out … [Read more...] about Jimmer-Mania Hits New Orleans NCAA Regional: BYU vs. Florida Preview
2011 NCAA Tournament: Southeast Regional Bracket Breakdown
Warning: I will not be responsible if you copy these brackets and are out of your NCAA Tournament pool by Sunday. However, if you do listen to my college basketball wisdom and win some money, I want 20% of the pot or at least a shout-out on your twitter or facebook page. Check out my East and West Regional Bracket Breakdowns. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament: Southeast Regional Bracket Breakdown