We close out our previews of the Southwest Division by asking the Crossover Chronicles writers their thoughts on the big questions in the Southwest Division.
1. What is Anthony Davis' ceiling for potential? What is his floor?
Jeff Garcia: Not many quality big men come in the NBA Draft. Last one is arguably Tim Duncan. He reminds me of when David Robinson came into the league. Many thought he would be only a defensive player but he proved otherwise. Now I am not saying he is the next Robinson or Duncan but Davis will definitely have a huge impact for the Hornets. His ceiling is high and can be another Tyson Chandler but with more offensive fire power.
Philip Rossman-Reich: Anthony Davis actually reminds me a lot of Dwight Howard when he was a rookie. Still sort of rail thin with a developing offensive game and a strong foundation in defense. I think this really sets his floor high as typically defense is the big thing rookies have to learn. I could see him developing and gr...
THUNDER STRUCK
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October 30, 2012
Following the Houston-OKC blockbuster, the Rockets' point guard wished rookie Scott Machado good luck instead of Jeremy Lamb, which gave the former a pretty good scare.
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November 02, 2012
Houston, we have a problem. The Beard + Linsanity = Beardsanity. Check out this freak show singing his original song. I’ll admit, the Houston Rockets got a lot cooler after trading for the Beard.-TO
Harden Traded after Hitting On Teammates Girl?
Young Jeremy Lin in Bambi Costume
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October 30, 2012
Jeremy Lin is still new in town, so he can be forgiven for getting some names crossed up, right?
The Houston Rockets' guard sure hopes so. In the moments following a five-player trade that landed James Harden in Houston and rookie Jeremy Lamb in Oklahoma City. Lin thought he was texting Lamb when he sent a message saying, "goodbye and good luck." He was actually texting...
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October 30, 2012
When Jeremy Lin caught wind that one of his new teammates had been traded from the Houston Rockets to the Oklahoma City Thunder, he wanted to do the right thing by calling the rookie and wishing him luck in a new city. The only problem is he called the wrong rookie. According to the Houston Chronicle, Lin accidentally called rookie guard Scott Machado to wish him well with the Thunder...
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October 31, 2012
Jeremy Lin is a great leader but even he has some mistakes happening to him, like he did just recently.
According to Houston Rockets rookie point guard Scott Machado, Lin called him thinking he was the one was sent in the James Harden trade, thinking Machado was Jeremy Lamb. Machado says it was one of the most scariest moments and Lin apologized immediately.
Oh, Jeremy.
The post...
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October 29, 2012
The Knicks decided to make the controversial decision of not matching Houston’s “ridiculous” contract, as Melo referred to it, for Jeremy Lin. Knicks fans around the world were disappointed that they will not have Linsanity in a Knicks uniform anymore, and would be forced to witness his magic from a far.
The Knicks instead of matching for Lin, traded for Raymond Felton and...
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October 29, 2012
According to the Associated Press, Brooklyn Nets point guard Deron Williams gave his opinion on the whole Linsanity commotion that erupted at the end of last season. For one thing, Deron Williams is not a believer of the Linsanity movement that was exciting to watch from any angle you viewed that from. The New York Knicks ended up letting Jeremy Lin go at the conclusion of the...
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November 01, 2012
The deal that sent James Harden to the Houston Rockets included rookie Jeremy Lamb going to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Rockets guard Jeremy Lin attempted to give his well-wishes to Lamb but accidentally called Rockets rookie Scott Machado by mistake.Here are the fine points from the Houston Chronicle:Machado had been nervously awaiting word on whether he had made the Rockets...
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November 01, 2012
If Jeremy Lin has a very productive year for the Rockets, he'll make it difficult for the Knicks to forget him so easily. In Houston's inaugural game of the season Wednesday night, he propelled himself to a strong start. The Harvard grad scored 12 points, dished out 8 assists, and grabbed 4 steals. Perhaps more impressively, Lin's had a team-high plus/minus of +23 (the...
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October 31, 2012
Houston Rockets player Jeremy Lin meant to call Jeremy Lamb, wishing him well because he was a part of the package heading to the Oklahoma City Thunder for James Harden, but instead he delivered the news to the other rookie, Scott Machado. They figured it out eventually and calmed Machado down, but it’s still not the best trade mishap. Just ask Philadelphia Phillies pitcher Kyle...
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October 31, 2012
Andy FlintLeague sources have confirmed that reigning NBA Sixth Man, James Harden, and the Houston Rockets have agreed to a five-year, $80 Million max contract.
Harden became a Rocket on Saturday, in a deal that garnered the Oklahoma City Thunder Kevin Martin, rookie swingman Jeremy Lamb (not to be confused with Jeremy Lin), two 1st round picks and a second round pick. The Thunder...
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October 30, 2012
It’s time to get the 2012-2013 NBA season underway! For the San Antonio Spurs, the big question this year is whether or not they can still compete with the top teams in the Western Conference. As always, the NBA season is packed with must-see games and the Spurs have quite a few themselves.
Thursday, November 1st – Oklahoma City Thunder – Home
Is there a better way...
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October 31, 2012
Now that the baseball season is over and the hockey season has yet to start, it's time to turn our attention to the young Detroit Pistons.
The Pistons host Jeremy Lin and the Houston Rockets in the home opener on Halloween night, and Pistons fans are wondering whether their team is going to be scary or offer up some treats.
Most likely, it'll be a little of both.
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November 01, 2012
The NBA season is a couple days old and since the World Series quickly got out of the way, there is a lot of excitement about basketball. Here are 5 things to watch for this year.
1. Can anyone compete with the Heat in the East?
The Heat’s Big 3 have gone to the Finals in back-to-back years and look pretty unstoppable again this year. Injuries are certainly hampering everyone else...
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October 30, 2012
#1: Los Angeles Lakers: Chemistry is indeed a funny thing, but I’d be more worried about the Lakers if their starting lineup didn’t include three of the most cerebral players in all of basketball. Pau Gasol and Dwight Howard will develop the most lethal high-low attack of my lifetime, and I believe Kobe Bryant has enough respect for Steve Nash to share the ball from time to...
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