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Players previously selected 11th overall provide some hope for the 76ers
Be sure to check out the full version of this post over on Pattison Ave., where it looks much nicer with images and a slideshow.-- "So the Sixers reward for struggling through the 2012-2013 season is the 11th overall pick in this June’s NBA draft; not high enough a pick to secure a certain superstar, yet just low enough to make the “who to draft” decision extremely difficult...
Michael Jordan made his best post-basketball decision by bringing back the Charlotte Hornets
Michael Jordan is making his best decision yet as owner of the Charlotte Bobcats, but unfortunately for the franchise, it has nothing to do with players or personnel.The team is probably still going to stink, but at least they will have a cool, nostalgic nickname. Yes, Michael Jordan has started the process of rightfully renaming his team the Hornets, which has been pretty much...
The hiring of Sam Hinkie should improve the Sixers' offense
Originally a Pattison Ave. post from Friday afternoon, check out the full article there.--"It’s no secret that the Sixers’ offense was painful to watch at times last season.Okay, it was downright difficult to watch a lot of the time last season.A lack of offensive weapons was part of the problem, but shot selection was central to the Sixers’ struggles.If you found yourself...
Kobe Bryant told Michael Jordan that he could "kick his ass" one on one
Phil Jackson is coming out with another book, and I for one can’t wait to read it. Phil’s insight and approach to the hardwood translate well to hardcover, as few players or coaches can convey their ideology as well with the written word. The new book, aptly titled 11 Rings: The Soul of Success, supposedly focuses a good deal on Kobe Bryant, and it even finds Phil discussing...
If they stink for another season, the 2014 NBA Draft could be big for the Sixers
This article originally ran on Pattison Ave. a couple days ago, check out the original there. --"Although it sits over a full season away, the 2014 NBA Draft could be big for the 76ers.The franchise, currently shrouded in uncertainty, is in rough shape after this disaster of a season, and this summer doesn’t seem to offer any worthwhile, reasonable relief.Sure the Sixers...
Oklahoma City needs Russell Westbrook, along with Kevin Durant, to be a true contender
The Oklahoma City Thunder, a popular pick to represent the Western Conference in the NBA Finals this season, sit one game away from elimination. While the Memphis Grizzlies have done an excellent job of giving the Thunder all they can handle, the main reason for Oklahoma City’s struggles is the absence of Russell Westbrook. Russell served as the offensive initiator for the team...
With a GM in place, head coach is the next step for the Sixers
Originally posted on Philly.com: "The signing of Sam Hinkie was the first piece to the puzzle sitting in front of Sixers’ ownership this summer. Josh Harris apparently got his main man, and now we will have to wait and see how Hinkie handles having the fate of the franchise in his hands.With a GM in place, the next logical piece to the puzzle for the Sixers is a head coach...
Sixers searching for a scorer
The Sixers need a scorer. It seems like a pretty simple sentiment. In fact, there will be those that criticize this post as being too simplistic.“Of course, every team could use a scorer.” “We want a name!”The point of this post isn’t to postulate about potential players, but rather to point out a decade long problem.The Sixers have not had a legitimate go-to-guy...
Did the NBA find a new worst nickname in the New Orleans Pelicans?
Posted on Pattison Ave. this morning: "The team formerly known as the New Orleans Hornets is comprised of a young, athletic, up-and-coming core. Anthony Davis, Xavier Henry, Eric Gordon, and Austin Rivers highlight a nucleus looking to put New Orleans basketball back on the map. With both eyes clearly focused on the future, the franchise felt that they should use the youth...
Where does Thaddeus Young fit into the Sixers' future?
A lot of questions surrounding the Sixers this summer. Check out the original article on Pattison Ave."Thaddeus Young has been one of the most consistent and productive players during the dismal string of seasons the Sixers are struggling through. He has done just about everything the organization has asked from him since they selected him after just one season at Georgia Tech...
Is it time for the 76ers to trade Evan Turner?
The original article was posted on Pattison Ave. this morning, so be sure to check it out there. It is generating some solid conversation, so I figured I should share with ATA.--"The enigma” seems to be a fitting nickname for Evan Turner, because after three seasons with the 76ers it is still difficult for the franchise and its fans to figure him out. Despite displaying...
Next season will be huge for 76ers' Jrue Holiday
I Wrote this piece for Philly.com over the weekend, but didn't get a chance to get it up on Around the Arc until today. Check out the original here.-- "The emergence of Jrue Holiday as an all-star was one of the lone bright spots for the Sixers this season. His improved play and increasing assist totals provided some solace during an otherwise forgettable campaign for...
LeBron James is the most underpaid player in sports
I have previously purposed the idea that, despite his colossal contract, LeBron James is the most underpaid player in the NBA, and maybe all of professional sports. Taking into account both on and off court impact, I can’t think of another individual in sports who affects a franchise as much as LeBron, and apparently I am not the only one.Recently the people over at CableTVblog...
Reggie Miller curses at Warriors after win
Ran this article on Philly.com earlier today, but I thought it was entertaining enough to share with my ATA readers. Check out the original article there, and be sure to view the video below the text.--Hall-of-famer, and current TNT NBA analyst Reggie Miller was known for having a quick tongue during his playing days, and it seems that the habit has followed him off of the hardwood...
Which 76ers should stay, and which need a ticket out of town?
After each Philadelphia sports season comes to a close, Philly.com posts a stay-or-go poll, encouraging the readers to express their opinion about the players.The total tally from the 76ers' stay-or-go poll has been calculated, and the picture isn't pretty.Below is a breakdown of the results, with each player's percentage in parenthesis. Be sure to check out the original...
Everything you need to know about NBA fines
"The NBA recently announced that flopping will be fined more harshly during the playoffs. Specifically, there will be no warning for flopping; just an immediate $5,000 fine."Most every NBA fan has a feeling about the increased flopping fines, some in favor, while others feel that it is making the game too soft.Regardless, the NBA has made it clear that they are not playing...
Should the 76ers consider signing Dwight Howard?
I posted this article on Philly.com earlier today and it has generated a decent debate thus far. Check out the original article here.-- "After the disaster that this season developed into for Dwight Howard in Los Angeles, many are questioning if we have seen Dwight’s last days as a Laker. Howard is a free agent this summer, and despite a subpar season plagued by injury issues...
LeBron James says coming in second in DPOY voting to Marc Gasol "sucks"
LeBron James was not too happy about coming in second to Marc Gasol in this season’s Defensive Player of the Year voting, and he shouldn’t be.“It sucks,” James stated simply. Gasol had a solid season, and served as the anchor on a very good defensive unit. However his season stats of 7.8 rebounds and 1.7 blocks per game were underwhelming, and considering his defensive prowess...
Kobe Bryant took his rap career more seriously than we suspected
At this point in time, most people roll their eyes when they hear about an athlete or an entertainer moonlighting as a rapper. We’ve seen the shtick before and the output has been largely underwhelming. Shaq actually had some successful and somewhat decent songs back in the day (Shaq Diesel anyone?), but the list is short. “I got money, girls, clothes, and cars, and I’m better...
76ers could consider make one of the Suns ex-GM's their own
This morning a few of the scribes over at Philadunkia took a stab at naming who they think might make a good GM option for the 76ers this summer. Many feel that Tony DiLeo is not the man for the job, leaving us to ponder other options. Check out the full rundown here, while my excerpt, suggesting that the Sixers look at one of the Suns former general managers, is quoted below."...
If only the 76ers drafted differently
Originally published on Philly.com. A dude can dream: "Hindsight is 20/20 and it is often very difficult to predict the NBA potential of college players. It is much easier to look back and nitpick past picks, saying that a team should have taken so-and-so here instead of the player that was actually selected. However after the 76ers’ struggles this season and the lack of...
Did Jazz fans poison Michael Jordan before famous flu game?
The NBA’s Western Conference is breathing a collective sigh of relief today, as the Utah Jazz were officially eliminated from playoff contention after Wednesday evening’s loss. The West’s playoff participants weren’t especially worried about what the middling Jazz would do to them on the court, but rather what their fans might do to them offof the court, in light of a recent...
5 Sixer coaching candidates to replace Doug Collins
Doug Collins recently notified team officials that he would not be returning to the sidelines next season, so the Sixers are officially in the market for a new head coach. No, the Sixers’ struggles this season don’t fall solely on the shoulders of Collins. Not only did he have to deal with a serious string of injuries throughout the season, he never actually got to coach the...
Michael Jordan played in his last NBA game 10 years ago today
It is hard to believe that Michael Jordan played his last NBA game ten years ago today (4/16/13).It is even more difficult to believe that his last game was spent sporting a Wizards jersey and losing to the 76ers by 20.While the memory of Michael’s magic on a basketball court is still fresh in the memories of many, the ten year anniversary of his last game as a Washington Wizard...
Kobe Bryant goes under the knife
Since I initially posted this on Philly.com this morning, Kobe's injury has already been confirmed as an Achilles tear, and Kobe is already undergoing surgery. He didn't go under the knife without tweeting out a picture his fans first though. The Lakers have struggled through injury issues all season, and to their credit they have been able to persevere and remain in contention...
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