Category Archives: Featured Stories

James Sinks Pacers at the Buzzer

Posted on May 23, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Indiana nearly wrestled away the first game of the Eastern Conference finals but left just enough time for LeBron James to counter. Off an inbound pass, James drove past his defender, Pacer forward Paul George, elevated to the rim and … Continue reading →

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Pelicans Hoping to Nest in New Orleans

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Brendan Galella

NEW ORLEANS- Abandoned by the NBA for 17 seasons after the Jazz departed for Salt Lake City, the return of basketball hasn’t resonated with the city just yet. The Charlotte Hornets relocated to New Orleans just prior to the start … Continue reading →

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Pacers Cope with Playoff Heat, Parker Pacing Title Run

Posted on May 22, 2013 by David Rice

We’re down to four teams remaining for a shot at an NBA title and the last week has given fans plenty of jaw dropping action to take in. Off the court, Seattle vs Sacramento is finally over, the Dwight Howard … Continue reading →

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2013 Eastern Conference Finals Preview

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Brendan Galella

All season long, both the Pacers and Paul George have overcome doubt. Indiana was able to win over 60 percent of its regular season games even though knee injuries limited Danny Granger to just five appearances. George was able to … Continue reading →

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San Antonio Survives Overtime Scare

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Just over a year ago, Tony Parker’s career almost came to an end as shards of glass scratched his left cornea. Forced to wear goggles during the 2012 Olympics while playing for team France, his altered vision severely limited his play. The injury … Continue reading →

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Cavaliers Land Top Pick in 2013 Draft

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Brendan Galella

For the second time in three seasons, the Cleveland Cavaliers will have the top overall pick in the NBA Draft. Despite owning just a 15.6 percent chance, the third best in the league, of winning the draft lottery, Cleveland will … Continue reading →

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San Antonio Torches Memphis in Game 1

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Brendan Galella

No matter who was shooting, from anywhere on the floor, the ball seemed to find a way to fall through the net for the Spurs. San Antonio set a playoff franchise record by connecting 14 times from beyond the arc … Continue reading →

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2013 Western Conference Finals Preview

Posted on May 19, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Since selecting point guard Mike Conley with the fourth overall pick in the 2007 NBA Draft, the Grizzlies have never wavered in believing he could become an elite player. That faith has been a critical component as the team reached … Continue reading →

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Pacers Oust New York in Game 6

Posted on May 18, 2013 by Brendan Galella

New York had consecutive opportunities to select Lance Stephenson, a high school standout at Brooklyn’s Lincoln High school, in the second round of the 2010 NBA Draft and passed. During an elimination game in Indiana, his new home, Stepehenson was able to take … Continue reading →

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Spurs Clinch Spot in Conference Finals

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Another season and another appearance in the Western Conference finals for the San Antonio Spurs. This time, the team overcame the precision shooting of Golden State’s dynamic back court and the frenzied Oracle Arena crowd to advance. 

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