Category Archives: Northwest Division

Utah Remains in Playoff Contention

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Brendan Galella

Forty four wins may not be enough for Utah to qualify for the post season. The Jazz have closed its season on a high note, winning nine of its past 11 games and following a 96-80 victory over Minnesota Monday … Continue reading →

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Thunder Closing in on Home Court

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Brendan Galella

The league’s second best offense eliminated any gap in the Western Conference standings with a remarkable fourth quarter defensive effort. After arriving in Indiana at 4 a.m., fresh off a crucial victory over San Antoino, the Thunder stifled the league’s … Continue reading →

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Nuggets Recover From Slow Start

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Brendan Galella

No team has played more erratically than Denver this season. Over the first 14 games of year, the Nuggets have dropped three straight on two occasions. Denver responded to the losing streaks by winning four consecutive games. 

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2012 Season Preview- Northwest Division

Posted on October 24, 2012 by Brendan Galella

Kevin Love did much more than reshape his physique last season. While many players arrived for training camp out of shape once the two month lockout ended, Love was transforming his body, dropping 25 pounds, along with his stature within … Continue reading →

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Rebuilding from the Dynasty that Wasn’t

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Brendan Galella

Portland had moved past from its “Jail Blazers” era, a dark period both on and off the court, to assemble a true contender in the Western Conference. Beginning with the selection of Brandon Roy, a dominant shooting guard with exceptional scoring … Continue reading →

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2012 NBA Finals Preview

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Brendan Galella

Their paths were destined to converge. The young veteran team that came together through free agency will battle the team assembled through the draft just establishing its identity. At the center of it all is the passive superstar fresh off … Continue reading →

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2012 Western Conference Finals Preview

Posted on May 27, 2012 by Brendan Galella

Nearly 30 years ago, Philadelphia center Moses Malone offered a playoff prediction for his team, claiming the 76ers would win “fo, fo fo,” meaning his team would sweep each series en route to a title. His prediction almost came true. … Continue reading →

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Overtime Win Keeps Jazz in Playoff Hunt

Posted on April 22, 2012 by Brendan Galella

The Jazz rejected a chance of falling out of the playoff race. In need of a victory to maintain its hold on the eighth seed in the Western Conference playoff race, point guard Devin Harris became the unlikely defensive stopper for … Continue reading →

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Aldridge Injury Latest Setback in Portland

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Brendan Galella

Portland had already saw a three-time All-Star forced to retire at the age of 27 and released the first overall pick just five years ago because of chronic knee problems, now its franchise cornerstone is out for the year. LaMarcus … Continue reading →

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Portland Starts the Season Strong

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Brendan Galella

Even without its two franchise players, Portland hasn’t missed a beat. Guard Brandon Roy was forced to retire at the age of 27 and just two seasons after signing a five-year $82 million contract extension and Greg Oden, the first … Continue reading →

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