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2011 NBA Draft re-do with 2012 hindsight

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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

NBA Playoffs: Kevin Durant is a “closer”

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I have said this many times and will continue to say it until people realize it: Kevin Durant is the best BASKETBALL player on this planet. Not only is he 6'10, long, and lanky, but he can score, rebound, take over and close games. There is a big difference between him and 3-time MVP LeBron James: Durant lives in the gym. There is no denying James' talent, but I am taking a … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Kevin Durant is a “closer”

NBA Playoffs: Thunder v. Spurs preview

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This should be one of the most highly anticipated series since the Los Angeles Lakers v. Boston Celtics NBA Finals in 2010. Rarely do we get an extremely intriguing Conference Finals. We will get both on Sunday when the Oklahoma City Thunder visit the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. There is so much to look forward to in this series, so let's get … [Read more...] about NBA Playoffs: Thunder v. Spurs preview

Indiana Pacers Make Draft-Night Trade for Hometown Product George Hill

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The Indiana Pacers made a huge splash for their organization and for their city's fan base Thursday at the NBA Draft. The Pacers traded the rights to the No. 15 pick, which turned out to be San Diego State's Kawhi Leonard, as well as the rights to the No. 42 pick (Davis Bertans) and 2005 pick Erazem Lorbek, to the San Antonio Spurs in exchange for Indianapolis native George … [Read more...] about Indiana Pacers Make Draft-Night Trade for Hometown Product George Hill

Kawhi Leonard’s Versatility is His Biggest Asset

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"Can I see your hands?"  That was actually a question posed to Kawhi Leonard at the NBA Draft Combine media session.  It was not a completely asinine question though as the former San Diego State Aztec has freakishly large hands that measured 11.3 inches long. Aside from people's fascination with his hands, Leonard figures to be one of the top picks in the 2011 NBA Draft and … [Read more...] about Kawhi Leonard’s Versatility is His Biggest Asset

NCAA Tournament West Regional Sweet 16 Breakdown

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Kyrie Irving is back for Duke.  UConn keeps rolling.  San Diego State earns their chance to prove they belong with the big boys.  These are some of the headlines heading into the Sweet 16 of the West Regional.  There is a lot of NBA talent playing in Anaheim but can anyone knock off the defending champion Blue Devils?  Here is my breakdown. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about NCAA Tournament West Regional Sweet 16 Breakdown

2011 NCAA Tournament: West Regional Bracket Breakdown

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Warning: I will not be responsible if you copy these brackets and are out of your NCAA Tournament pool by 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.  Click here to check out my East Regional breakdown. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about 2011 NCAA Tournament: West Regional Bracket Breakdown