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Why the Lakers Could and Should Make a Play for LeBron James
After writing this post, I’m sure people are going to call me an idiot. But the more I’ve thought about it, the more feasible this is to me. If there is any indication that the LeBron James is planning on leaving the Cavaliers, the Lakers should make a strong play for him.First thing you’re probably asking is how in the world would the Lakers make a play for LeBron when they...
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May 15, 2010
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Getting Pumped For the Finals
If this doesn't get you pumped, I don't know what will.
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June 03, 2009
Show L.O. Some Love
The guy has been playing with a jacked up back and all folks seem to do is rag on him. Show the man some love for that performance last night.
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May 28, 2009
Congrats to the 2009 NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Embedded video from NBA Video
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April 21, 2009
Nike, Kobe and Jordan Pay Tribute to Losers Via Sneakers
Part of what makes Nike such a cultural icon is its ability to release shoes that pay tribute to moments in sports history. Recently they’ve release a few pairs of shoes that just ain’t right.The first is a series of shoes released by Nike’s Jordan Brand line called the Six Rings. The Six Rings is a fushion shoe that combines elements of all of shoes Jordan wore during his...
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April 15, 2009
Can the NBA Players Association Force the Owners to Negotiate Better Revenue Sharing Amongst Teams?
I am a firm believer that the NBA's real economic problem is not out of control player salaries, but a lack of revenue sharing amongst its teams. It's a fact that the NBA might have the worst team revenue sharing plan in American professional sports. That lack of revenue sharing has caused small market NBA teams to suffer tremendously over the last few years. And now that...
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April 12, 2009
Responding to Yahoo’s AAU Basketball Expose
I’m sure plenty of people felt sick to their stomachs after reading Yahoo! Sports’ Agents and AAU: Unrequited Love. Here are some of my thoughts after reading the piece:First, it’s sad that many of the agents that dominate basketball do so because of how well they recruit, rather than what services they provide their clients. (Henry Abbott made this exact point last week)...
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March 17, 2009
The REAL 2009 NBA Slam Dunk Contest
Skeets and Tas are killing their coverage of the 2009 NBA All-Star Weekend. Take a look at their "People's Slam Dunk Contest": TBJ AZ 03: The People's Dunk Contest from The Basketball Jones on Vimeo.
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March 11, 2009
Obscure and Forgotten NBA Player Party
Next year I'm having an All-Star party where only obscure and forgotten NBA players are invited. Who should I invite? Leave your answers here and on Twitter.
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March 11, 2009
Passion of the Weiss: The Lakers as Rappers
Passion of the Weiss: The Lakers as Rappers.
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March 05, 2009
The NBA's Real Economic Problem: A Lack of Revenue Sharing
Recently, NBA Agent David Falk spoke to the NY Times about the state of the league and its upcoming collective bargaining negotiations with NBPA. (Okay, so he probably just set up the interview to promote his new book, but that's not something I'm going to waste your time with right now.) ...
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March 04, 2009
Jeff Teague Has a Message for Players Who Like to Take Charges
Video of Wake Forest's Jeff Teague dunking over Maryland player Dave Neal. It was Senior Night for Maryland and Neal was the only senior. Ouch. Stay tuned for the last replay on the video for the best angle.
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March 04, 2009
Nate Robinson Interviewed by John Thompson
Nate Robinson has been everywhere since his Slam Dunk Contest victory. He's also been averaging 29 points per game since the All-Star Break. Keep doing it big, Nate.?
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February 28, 2009
Fakes and Nate Robinson
Nate Robinson put on a show during the 2009 Slam Dunk Contest. With success comes individuals that want to capitalize on your fame. First up, the fake Twitter accounts. I've confirmed that is indeed NOT Nate Robinson. I don't get the point of impersonating someone on Twitter. You're bound to get ...
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February 20, 2009
Video : Barack Obama's Basketball Skills Critiqued By NBA Greats
Yeah, we've been inundated with Barack + Basketball news and information. But I honestly have no problem with it. The NBA/Basketball is largely ignored by Joe Sports fan and most of the major sports networks in favor of Football and Baseball. If it takes Barack Obama to draw attention to the ...
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February 18, 2009
Shaq and the Jabbawockeez
Shaq is still the most entertaining player in basketball. He knows what All-Star games are all about, and always gives the fans a good show.?
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February 16, 2009
Dwight Howard on Twitter and YouTube
Be sure to check out my boy Dwight Howard on Twitter and YouTube. On his YouTube page you'll find plenty of gems like this:
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February 14, 2009
Bill Simmons Isn't a Kobe Hater, But He's Wrong About a Few Things
Take a look at Bill Simmons’ latest column for ESPN the Magazine. Tired of people on the internets calling him a Kobe hater, Simmons provides evidence that he believes proves that he is definitely not a Kobe hater. I agree with most of the article, but I took offense with one portion of it. ...
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February 11, 2009
Spencer Hawes Supporting Seattle Sonics
I know this is old, but this had to be posted. I'm not the biggest Spencer Hawes fan. But I had to give him props for wearing a Seattle Supersonics 'fit to his game in OKC. Just awesome.
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February 11, 2009
The NBA is a Growth Industry
My home slice, Darren Rovell, just posted some numbers that continue to prove my theory that the NBA is headed for world domination. I think Stern might end up the Emperor of China and India one day.
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February 10, 2009
Lakers 1993-94 Starting Lineup
Antonio HarveyTrevor WilsonVlade DivacTony SmithNick Van ExelWhen people get the urge find flaws in this year's Lakers squad, I quickly realize they haven't been fans that long. I watched every game of the 1993-94 season. I know what flaws are.
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February 10, 2009
Jones on the NBA on Twitter...FOLLOW ME!
Despite my best intentions, my 2005-06 daily long form posts are not going to come back any time soon. Law School just won't allow it. However, there are tons of tools out there that will let me get my voice out there with minimal effort. One of those is Twitter. I just joined. Follow me. Thanks! P.S. More to come ...
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February 08, 2009
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