The Miami HEAT are streaking! A winning spree not many saw coming (or cared to predict), Erik Spoelstra’s savvy group of vets is finding a groove. One key reason: DION WAITERS. Another key reason, however? The emergence/steadiness of James Johnson. JJ, who’s normally difficult to find a role for, is thriving as a versatile defender & playmaker off Coach Spo’s bench. JJ’s varied skill set is utilized … Continue reading “Stock Up: James Johnson”
Sizing up the Southeast Division… Orlando Magic 2015-2016 Season Result: 35-47 • 11th, Eastern Conference (5th, Southeast Division) • Missed Postseason Current Head Coach: Frank Vogel Draft Picks #41 Overall: Stephen Zimmerman Notable Offseason Additions Bismack Biyombo D.J. Augustin Jeff Green Notable Offseason Losses Andrew Nicholson Jason Smith Brandon Jennings Dewayne Dedmon Projected Starting Lineup The Big Picture The Orlando Magic…had an interesting offseason! After all the dust settles, will the Magic … Continue reading (2016-17) Delay of Game Previews • “The Southeast”
Here’s a few, current storylines in the Association… Rudy Gay A Goner? Rudy Gay is NOT satisfied with the happenings in SacTown. Earlier this summer, he had no clue who Vlade Divac even picked up in the offseason and now, he’s reportedly interested in joining the Miami HEAT. Gay’s clearly worn out his welcome and it’s about that time, right? Over his career, Rudy’s had trouble … Continue reading NBA Doggy Bag: “August 11th Edition”
Since losing Dwyane Wade earlier this month, the HEAT have made a serious of short-term moves to offset his production. According to reports, Dion Waiters is set to join Miami on a 1 year/$2.9 million deal. That’s crazy value for Waiters, who had difficultly securing a deal despite a productive postseason with OKC. Likened to Wade coming out of school, it’s a bit ironic Waiters … Continue reading Dion Waiters to the HEAT
See what had happened was… Earlier today, we didn’t think there was any way Dwyane Wade would leave South Beach after 13 years with the franchise. But now, it’s a reality. According to Adrian Wojnarowski of the Vertical, D. Wade and the CHICAGO BULLS have reached a 2 year/$47.5 million deal, with a player option included. To clear cap space, Chicago will send Mike Dunleavy Jr. … Continue reading “Dwyane Wade is a Bull…”
D. Wade has mastered the art of spin moves. He’s finished plenty in his day, including this one: https://twitter.com/Mike_Hawk_G23/status/686428260289392640 Not too shabby, right? But listen close when I tell you he’s about to finish off the the best spin of his career. As we all know, Wade is set to make his free agency decision sometime very soon. So here’s some facts: Dwyane Wade is … Continue reading “D. Wade’s Best Spin Move of His Career”
Cleaning up last night’s playoff action in the Association… GAME 5 HEAT 91, Raptors 99 Stats Leaders: PTS: DeMar DeRozan – 34 | REBS: Kyle Lowry – 10 | ASTS: Lowry – 6 Top DOG of the Night: DeMar DeRozan (34 points, 4 rebounds) Quick Recap: DEMAR DEROZAN HAS REDISCOVERED HIS MOJO! Toronto’s All-Star guard showed up big time last night, scoring a game-high 34 points on 11/22 shooting. Tough fadeaways, … Continue reading “The Scoop: May 11th Edition”
Bismack Biyombo is Toronto‘s new starting center in wake of Jonas Valanciunas‘s series-ending injury. In Game 4, he was impressive, scoring 13 points and snatching 13 boards. It carried over back home in T. Dot tonight. During the first half, Biz was active with 10 points & 5 rebounds, including a soaring alley-oop flush: https://twitter.com/CauldronICYMI/status/730563177826516997 Peep the celebration tho… And Biz wasn’t finished! He followed it … Continue reading “Biz-smacked”
Cleaning up last night’s playoff action in the Association… GAME 4 Raptors 87, HEAT 94 (OT) Stats Leaders: PTS: Dwyane Wade – 30 | REBS: Bismack Biyombo – 13 | ASTS: Kyle Lowry – 9 Top DOG of the Night: Dwyane Wade (30 points, 4 rebounds) Quick Recap: In a game NO ONE wanted to go to overtime, Dwyane Wade & the HEAT snatched away the game from Toronto in … Continue reading “The Scoop: May 10th Edition”
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