Monthly Archives: May 2011

2011 NBA Finals Preview

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Brendan Galella

Two forwards are seeking the 2011 NBA title to validate their career. Both unstoppable in their own ways, one player is battling the demons after self-anointing himself as a savior while the other has exceeded every expectation since coming to America. 

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Heat Find Productivity from Chalmers

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Brendan Galella

No player has sacrificed more for Miami to reach the NBA Finals than Mario Chalmers. As one of just five holdovers from a season ago, Chalmers has dealt with adjusting to nine new teammates, experiencing drastic swings in playing time and dealing … Continue reading →

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Terry More than a Sixth Man

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Brendan Galella

As the Dallas has continually shuffled its roster trying to pursue the first championship in franchise history, Jason Terry has been one of the few constants on the team. Since being traded to the Mavericks seven years ago, Terry has … Continue reading →

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Pippen’s G.O.A.T.

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Bucky Chini

Twitter Takeover I was watching the Game 5 showdown between the Miami Heat and the Chicago Bulls when I texted Shatter The Glass creator Brendan Galella and asked to push back my post one day. Partly because he had a … Continue reading →

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Inexperience Ends Title Hopes

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Brendan Galella

It’s impossible to teach experience. For three young stars, five games in the conference finals has proven to be the culmination of their season in the spotlight. Spending all season showcasing their talents, their inexperience was on full display during … Continue reading →

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Heat Alliance Restored Rivalries in NBA

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Charles Gonzalez

This is the success LeBron James, Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh envisioned when they decided to team up to play together for the Miami Heat. These are the match-up problems that Heat general manager Pat Riley knew would happen when … Continue reading →

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Rematch of 2006 Beckons

Posted on May 25, 2011 by David Rice

From overtimes to superstars putting in dominant performances, the 2011 playoffs have had everything. Dallas has ridden the experience of Dirk Nowitzki and Jason Kidd to bring themselves within one game of a second NBA Finals appearance in five years, … Continue reading →

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Jackson Destined for New York

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Brendan Galella

Phil Jackson patrolling the sidelines of Madison Square Garden would be the perfect culmination for the coaching career of the zen master. Pondering retirement from the Lakers, where he spent 11 of the last 12 seasons, Jackson is opening the door for … Continue reading →

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Dallas Seizes Home Court Advantage

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Brendan Galella

Entering Oklahoma City Arena, among the most difficult road venues in the league, with the series tied, Dallas knew it had to find a way to regain home court advantage. Playing its first road game in 17 days, the Mavericks … Continue reading →

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Role Players Taking Centerstage

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Brendan Galella

In a series that was supposed to be dominated by stars, the Eastern Conference Finals is being determined by reserves. Even with four All-Stars on the floor, the first two games have been dominated by Taj Gibson and Udonis Haslem. … Continue reading →

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