Every interview I've watched or listened to has Elton Brand stating emphatically "It wasn't about the money." Clearly that is TRUE because he left a lot of money on the table to go to Philly instead of Golden State which was offering him a more financially lucrative deal (about $2M/yr more). So   more...

On the day that James Posey was introduced in New Orleans and vows to do whatever the coach asks of him for a team he sees poised to make a run at the title, the Celtics officially re-signed Eddie House and Tony Allen. On Sports Tonight, Tony said that the math was simple. If Posey signed, he and   more...
Original Story: http://celticsgreen.blogspot.com/2008/07....

As I gaze into my "Crystal Ball," I thought I would share some of what I see. However, the forces that give me a glimpse into the future work mysteriously and sometimes their visions turn out to be nothing but a cruel joke. So take these predictions with the utmost caution!In the Eastern   more...
Original Story: http://www.fantasyfanatics.com/index.php....

Fantasy Basketball can be hard. It's a lot easier when you know who to pickup. It's mid Week 19 and we thought all you tired, hard working managers would find a list of pickups by position useful. So take a break from your fantasy baseball draft and pick up some of these guys! Green is a great   more...
Original Story: http://www.fantasybasketballpros.com/200....

We are at the point of the season, well to be honest, where our attention begins to wane. The basketball season is long, really long. Plus, we have to start preparing for our fantasy baseball drafts, right? So to help you make the most of the time you have left to spend on your fantasy basketball   more...
Original Story: http://www.fantasyfanatics.com/index.php....

For those savvy and/or lucky owners out there, the fantasy basketball playoffs begin tomorrow. To get you ready, FSE has thrown together a cheat sheet to help your team succeed. Emerging fantasy options are highlighted along with a slew of injury updates and expected return dates.
Original Story: http://fantasysportsexperience.blogspot.....

With this week having been highlighted on my calendar since last April, I've dubbed it the"Sportal Alignment" period. Like many astrologists and zodiac experts will refer to asPlanetary Alignment, in late March and early April we reach a nexus in sports almost likeno other time period during the   more...
Original Story: http://www.fantasyfanatics.com/index.php....

For the final installment of RookieWatch 07-08, we will be looking at a number of second round picks in last year's draft who could make an impact for your team. Don't forget to check out FBP's detailed coverage of the first round draft class here : #1-5 | #6-10 | #11-15 | #16-20 | #21-25 | #26-30
Original Story: http://www.fantasybasketballpros.com/200....

It still looks like a very good possibility in both the Eastern and Western Conferences for somedown to the wire action. With Houston putting the rest of the league on notice that hard nosedplay can propel you to the top, it's also setting an example for the bubble teams like New Jerseywho snuck   more...
Original Story: http://www.fantasyfanatics.com/index.php....

The Kings played spoiler for a night, denying the Rockets their 50th win and a tie for 3rd place in the West with the Lakers. Instead they stay in 6th place, diminishing their chances for the Southwest division title and homecourt advantage. Great game to watch all the way down to the end.
Original Story: http://rc360.blogspot.com/2008/04/artest....

I just watched the Cavs get beat down pretty bad by the Wizards 108-72 after winning the first two games convincingly. Arenas went out with a knee injury and it seems that they play better without him.Then, the Raptors went home and won and surprisingly, the Rockets went to Utah and won game 3.   more...
Original Story: http://celticsgreen.blogspot.com/2008/04....

With Yao Ming out for the season, we examine the enormous fantasy implications of Yao's injury and highlight two possible beneficiaries.
Original Story: http://fantasysportsexperience.blogspot.....

Yao Ming is reportedly out for the rest of the NBA season with a stress fracture in his left foot, a move that will inevitably cause the Houston Rockets to miss the playoffs and kill some fantasy teams who will be without their first round pick for the playoffs.
Original Story: http://www.fantasybasketballpros.com/200....

Its no secret that the Houston Rockets are on one of the biggest winning streaks in NBA history. They are now up to a 19 game winning streak. They are currently tied for the 3rd biggest streak. Tomorrow they face the Atlanta Hawks to try and add another win putting them in a tie for second with 20   more...
Original Story: http://www.sportsfanbase.com/blogs.asp.

Outside the city of Seattle, Houston is home to the best collection of rookies in the NBA. While the Sonics' absurdly talented duo of Kevin Durant (19.3ppg/4.1rpg) and Jeff Green (8.7ppg/4.5rpg) set the bar, no other collection of rookies in the league have had as meaningful an impact as Rockets   more...