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Video: Jordan Crawford on ESPN
2009-07-09 21:26:00
This whole LeBron got dunked on thing is crazy. All I want to say about it is LeBron's people are just afraid of the truth. I could easily go an some rant filled with cuss words and all, but this whole thing is just not worth it. This situation has been really blown up and I can tell it's the off-season because of it. It is bad for LeBron, though.Anyway, here's the video of Jordan Crawford on ESPN talking about it:
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Talking Off-Season With Drew of Peachtree Hoops
2009-07-08 03:08:00
Drew took some time to talk with us about the Hawks. Make sure you check out Peachtree Hoops . It's a great Hawks blog.1. This is from the Basketball Fiend (also see their blog): Who is a bigger free agent priority? Marvin Williams? Or Mike Bibby (written before he re-signed)?Now that Mike Bibby is signed, I am going with Marvin. Sorry I am a slacker so that this question can be answered..2. Do you think Mike Woodson can be the coach of a title winning Hawks team? I myself haven't loved him as coach and question if he's the right coach to lead them to bigger and better places.Who is asking this question and where can I find their optimism? Just to answer it as a hypothetical makes me feel better about the Hawks. Most people would mock me for even bringing up the idea that the Hawks are only a piece away from contending let alone winning.But in my wildest dreams where I suspend all kinds of reality (like the fact that the Cavs and Lakers exist) not even Mike Woodson can make it int...
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Poll: Which Team Has Improved the Most So Far?
2009-07-07 17:51:00
We've already seen some big moves made this off-season. The Shaq trade, the Richard Jefferson trade and the Vince Carter trade. Question is, which team has improved the most so far this off-season?Vote:Which team has improved the most this off-season?(polls)Also leave your thoughts on why in the comments!
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Where to Watch the Orlando Pro Summer League
2009-07-06 19:15:00
It's the off-season, but there is still some basketball to watch. The Orlando Pro Summer League starts today. Starting at 3pm Eastern (here's the schedule for the whole league), all the games will be streamed on the Orlando Magic's website.While this level of basketball is no where near the level of regular season action, at least it's something. I know I will watch a little and see what I think.What are you doing without any basketball to watch?
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Talking Off-Season With Nick of Boston Celtics News Station
2009-07-03 17:52:00
Making the team blogging rounds, we're now talking Celtics. We have Nick Gelso of Boston Celtics News Station . An up and coming C's blog you are going to have check out.1. Lots of elite Eastern conference teams have made big moves recently. The Cavs got Shaq and the Magic got Vince Carter. What if anything do the Celtics need to do to keep up with the other title contending teams in the East?I believe Boston has almost completely slipped under the radar of the media and key opponents. The Cavs acquired Mo Williams last season to combat the Celtics. Though that playoff match up never materialised, Mo Williams was a no factor against the Magic in the EC Finals. This season the Cavs brought in Shaq to combat Dwight Howard.While Cleveland has spent the last two off seasons on the defensive, this year prepping for an Orlando rematch, Boston has been developing their current roster, resting and regrouping for another title run. In my opinion, the Celtics starting line up has the league...
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Talking Off-Season with Howlin' T-Wolf
2009-07-03 16:24:00
The Timberwolves have been in the news a ton lately. Maybe you have heard. We got a chance to talk to the Howlin' T-Wolf about his team. Also make sure you check out his site, just a tremendous blog.1. This whole Ricky Rubio stuff is crazy. You take him with the fifth pick in the draft, he doesn't show up to meet the press in Minnesota, he's totally unsure on if he'll play with the Wolves or overseas next year (written before it was reported he will be in Spain for two years). Give us the latest on this whole situation and predict where you think Rubio will be playing next year.The Ricky Rubio situation can only be described as a poker game or a chess match. The latest is that Rubio was said to have flown into town with his dad this past Saturday with a meeting with Kahn. Although there was no official confirmation of this both Timberwolves beat writers as well as a source I have with the organization pointed to this being true. The sounds of silence afterward (no confirmation, ...
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Video: Ron Artest on Sportscenter
2009-07-03 06:04:00
Ron Artest decided he would hoodalize ESPN.Enjoy:
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Video: Greg Ostertag, the Retired Life
2009-07-02 21:12:00
Remember Greg Ostertag? The big dude that used to play for the Jazz. Well, he was recently profiled in a local news story. He's now a playing hockey. At 7 feet, he's one hell of a tall hockey player.Anyway, check this out:
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Talk Around the Hardwood
2009-07-02 20:40:00
You wanna do some linkage? I do!TwinCities. According El Periodico, Ricky Rubio will stay in Spain not one, but two years.Talk Hoops. Zach tackles the signings of Ben Gordon and Charlie Villanueva. What are the Pistons doing?With Leather. I'm sure you saw this yesterday, but this is one crazy LeBron fan/collector.The Hoop Doctors. So Ricky Rubio gets a second in a Gillette spot. Catch the video and some of their thoughts on it.Hardwood Paroxysm. Let's just say that Matt Moore "doesn't like" that the Grizz traded for Zach Randolph.Bob's Blitz. That hilarioius pic that Shaq showed today at his Cavs introduction presser. lolNot a lot going on today. We'll see if anything comes about later today.

Twitter: Where Ron Artest Updates His Free Agency Status
2009-07-02 04:12:00
With all the NBA players on Twitter , some of them let you know more than others. Ron Artest pretty much said to all of his followers that he will not be returning to the Houston Rockets next season.Check out this tweet from 96TruWarierQB (Ron Artest's name on Twitter):How scared are you, Rockets fans?
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Remembering Great Moments in NBA History: The 0.4 Shot
2009-07-02 03:30:00
Since the world hates me, there currently is no NBA action for me to sink my teeth into. Because of that, I think we all might as well remember great shots and great moments from this glorious game.The Derek Fisher shot with 0.4 left. As a Lakers fan, I get some goosebumps watching this again. One of the best game winners I have ever seen. Will we see more shots like this? All I can do is hope so. That's what makes you smile and say, I just watched one hell of a game. It's what NBA fans live for.Let me shut up and roll the video:What moments do you want remembered here? Post them in the comments!
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NBA Talk: What Can Houston Do with the Great Wall of China?
2009-07-01 06:20:00
Josh Dhani is a weekly writer for NBATipoff.com. With Yao Ming's injury, he may stay with Houston and the injury will heal so he can start playing again...or the injury will take a huge impact on his NBA career which would force him to leave and there'll never be a taller basketball player that's actually pretty good like Ming himself ever again.Is it possible that the Rockets can survive with the Great Wall of China gone for good? Possibly. With some plans I have seen from John Hollinger of ESPN and some plans I have come up with, there is a bright light of hope that can make the Rockets a hungry-playoff team coming into next season.This is the talk, the NBA Talk that is.The Rockets have battled with injuries many times. Mostly with their two superstars in Ming and Tracy McGrady. When T-Mac and Ming were out in the 2006-2007 season but they made the playoffs, eventually losing in the first round.In the 2007-2008 season, the Rockets looked like an NBA Finals team even with Yao Mi...
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Eddy Curry's Mansion in Foreclosure
2009-07-01 00:11:00
Can things get any worse for Eddy Curry? He's been bound and robbed, had important people in his life die and has been an utter failure on the professional basketball circuit.I can't help but feel sorry for him and Knicks fans. Maybe he'll come in next year and be in half way decent shape? That's all you can really hope for.Here are some numbers on the whole debacle from ESPN:Documents show that Curry was more than $217,000 behind on his $3.7 million mortgage as of Friday. Records reviewed by the Chicago Sun-Times show that Curry and his wife, Patrice, took the 30-year mortgage out in July 2003 to buy the home. A court filing says the Currys' initial interest rate on the home loan was 9.25 percent with a monthly payment of $28,675.Ouch. Help a Knick out, people!
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Michael Curry Fired
2009-06-30 19:30:00
Yahoo! is reporting that Michael Curry was fired as head coach of the Detroit Pistons. My quick analysis: AMEN!I did like him going into the season, but as the season progressed, I didn't like how he handled the team. So I am happy with the move, but I want to see where the go from here. That's all I need to say at this point.Who do you guys think is going to be the next Pistons coach? Pistons fans, how happy are you about this??
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Talking Off-Season With Jeff of Project Spurs
2009-06-30 16:46:00
We are talking to lots of team bloggers and getting their takes on what their squads will be doing in the off-season. Now we have Jeff of the great Spurs blog, Project Spurs. Make sure to check them out and stay up to date on everything Spurs.1. Let's first talk about the Spurs big trade. Getting Richard Jefferson for Obricio and some other old guys, how happy did that make you feel? How close were to you writing that the Spurs front office really wasn't doing their job?So happy I packed Oberto's bag, got him a 1-way ticket to Milwaukee and lied to the Dept. of Homeland Security that he is illegally in the USA and needs to be deported immediately to Argentina. Said to Bowen thanks for everything, see you at your jersey retirement party in SA and asked Thomas "Can we get you back instead of Oberto and Bowen?" That's how happy I was. Seriously the Spurs lacked that athletic small forward. It was very apparent in the Mavs series when Howard was having his way with the Spurs. This w...
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Talking Off-Season With: A Royal Pain
2009-06-29 21:29:00
We got a chance to talk with Bryan of A Royal Pain . He writes a tremendous Kings blog, so make sure you check it out. Also check out his other site, Kings Forum.1. Looking at your draft review, I see you were one of the guys that wanted the Kings to select Ricky Rubio. Tell us what you do and don't like about what you got and if you'd still deal Kevin Martin for Rubio.I think a lot of people were more shocked than upset at the selection of Tyreke Evans, including myself. I watched Evans at Memphis quite a bit and thought he'd be a really nice player in the league, but, I still think we made a mistake passing on Rubio. The way the Kings roster is built, guys like Spencer Hawes, Jason Thompson, and Kevin Martin all need to be set up for shots and that's something Rubio could have done with ease. Despite what a lot of people are saying, I really don't view Evans as a point guard even with his great ball handling skills but his ability to break down defenders one on one is a welcom...
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Talk Around The Hardwood
2009-06-29 20:36:00
Link time baby!The Scores Report. The top restricted free agents for this summer.Dime Mag. Episode six of Johnny Flynn's draft diary, he takes you through most of draft day.Waiting For Next Year. New Shaq Cavs jerseys, anyone?Examiner. Great little look at the upcoming LeBron movie, More Than a Game. It's coming out October 2nd.Bullets Forever. A little talk about the potential of Andray Blatche.Rockin' Steady. The last chapter of Stephen A. Smith draft heckling. Have your tissues prepared!The Hoop Doctors. Kobe Bryant talks to MTV about how Michael Jackson influenced his life (his time stops at 2:30 in the video).Yahoo! Sports. Things don't sound great for Yao Ming and Rockets fans.Basketball Fiend. Looking for a basketball fix? Check this out, the Fiend talks about Gunnin' For That #1 Spot, a basketball documentary you can watch free on Hulu.
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Remembering Great Moments in NBA History: McGrady Scores 13 points in 35 se
2009-06-28 22:48:00
Since it's the off-season, it's time to start remembering and reflecting on great moments in NBA history.I remember watching TMac light the Spurs up in the final half minute plus. It is really a breathtaking moment and something I want to remember forever.Here it is:What other moments should we highlight?
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Shoe of The Week: adidas Forum Mid Red White
2009-06-28 22:26:00
Disclaimer: I'm no full on sneaker head, but every week we're gettin our shoe on here! Each week I'll pick a shoe that I like, basketball, or normal. Get your new leather smell ready!How about some not too flashy, but overall nice shoes? That's how I would describe these adidas kicks. They are pretty nice overall, but they probably aren't going to make everyones head turn. They would go great with tons of NBA gear. I'm thinking of the Rockets, Blazers and Clippers.Here's a description from Kix and The City:Built to the original Forum spec, the Red/White adidas Forum features a Red upper with White accents. True Forum purists will also notice that the Trefoil on the heel that appeared on the newer Forums has been removed to keep it more OG.These are going to be released in select adidas accounts starting in July. Look for them!Any shoes catch your eye of late?
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Assessing the Recent Blockbuster Trades
2009-06-26 18:48:00
Being that I have been kind of quite with all the recent trades going on, it's time to get loud! I wanted to let all the deals happen and now that they have, I'll give my thoughts!Timberwolves get:No. 5 overall pick (Ricky Rubio)Etan ThomasDarius SongailaOleksiy PecherovWizards get:Mike MillerRandy FoyeRight now, the obvious winner of this deal is Washington. They trade four guys that don't do a ton for them (though Songaila is a solid back up) and get two proven backcourt players. If Ricky Rubio decides not to stay in Spain, he'll have a shot to prove himself.Even if he does prove to be a good player, the Wizards now have a sure fire backcourt. There will be someone their if Gilbert Arenas still isn't healthy. If Gilbert is finally healthy, then they've built some very solid depth with Foye and Miller.Foye can penetrate in and make things happen. He's somewhat inconsistent, but he had a pretty good year last season. Hopefully he thrives in Washington. Billiups did well under...
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Video: Top 10 Draft Day Outfits
2009-06-25 21:18:00
Every year, there's usually someone who gets looked at on draft night for their hair or outfit. Check out these blasts from the past:Embedded video from NBA Video
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Breaking: Shaq traded to The Cavs
2009-06-25 06:23:00
Yep, that's not a typo.From Yahoo! Sports:The Cleveland Cavaliers have reached an agreement in principle to acquire Phoenix Suns center Shaq uille O’Neal, a league source told Yahoo! Sports late Thursday night.Cleveland will send Ben Wallace, Sasha Pavlovic, the 46th pick in Thursday’s draft and cash to the Suns for O’Neal.I'm sure we'll hear more about this soon. Updates via Twitter and blog tomorrow.
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Heads Up: Live Tweet Chat With Breaking Tweets Sports Tomorrow
2009-06-25 04:21:00
Tomorrow is the draft! I'm hyped for it and ready. I will be doing a live chat on Twitter. My friend Jon from Breaking Tweets Sports will be asking me about the draft. It's going down at two tomorrow, so look out!Here is my Twitter profile!Bring on the DRAFT!!
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Talk Around the Hardwood
2009-06-24 19:52:00
The draft is so close, can you feel it?Yahoo! Sports. Knicks and Grizz talking trade? Lots of other rumors, also.Nike Basketball. If you understand Spanish, all these Meet the Rubio videos could be entertaining.The No Look Pass. Tim Duncan featured in a graphic novel. Make sure you get yours.Truth About It. Brendan Haywood no like poets!King James Gospel. Tarence Kinsey was charged with a DUI. It happened not far from the town I live in!Project Spurs. Hopefully the Spurs don't pick up guys like this, Jeff gives the top 3 worst Spurs draft picks.Steady Burn. Six teams that should go back to their old logos (three are NBA teams).Examiner. Robert Horry is now going into reality TV. I bet he'll still be clutch.RealGM. Sounds like KG's knee is doing good.Talk Hoops. Great Truehoop Network style Hardwood Paroxyzm style podcast.

Talk Around the Hardwood
2009-06-02 19:22:00
It's been a long time, but let's link!Cuzoogle. Cuzzy polls the people of Twitter on who will win the finals and in how many games.The700Level.com. Andre Iguodala rocks some glasses at a press conference.Reds Army. Euroleague dancers are funny looking.Ball Don't Lie. Great NBA finals preview.FanHouse. Breathe easy NBA fans, there are no plans to put logos on NBA jerseys.Mercury News. Lookout for this soon to be NBA player: Patrick Mills. He can play and will be a late first or second round pick. Under the radar, but a solid point guard.NBAdraft.net. Interview with Jeff Adrien, another guy in this years draft.ESPN. David Stern talks about LeBron and the whole "no media" thing.
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How do the Magic and Lakers Matchup?
2009-06-02 03:55:00
The Lakers and Magic are very skilled offensive squads. They have guys that can shoot, post threats and guys that come in and score off the bench. The only thing that will stop one team from dominating the scoreboard is defense. So that brings me my question: how should each team matchup against each other?Here's the starting lineups I would use:The only thing I struggled with was if Odom should start or not. I feel like he should start in order to match the versatility of Orlando. What I would do with Odom is match his minutes with Lewis' minutes. That way he sees the only other player who has similar size and skills when he's in the game. That will help LA better contain Rashard.Looking at the other positions; the point guard matchup is in Orlando's favor. Derek Fisher has had his struggles in the playoffs; but he still has a chance to redeem himself. I've noticed that he's starting to change plays a lot less though. It's more about making the occasional jumper with him. He...

Big NBA News: Featuring Ben Wallace (Boozer to Pistons?)
2009-06-02 00:15:00
Hello and welcome to another edition of Big Sports News . We’ll be going to the NBA section of BSN Network! A lot today and it can help you with your fantasy needs! So let’s just get a move on, because we got some good stuff in for us! Let’s go! Anderson Varejao The Plain Dailer reports that Anderson Varejao will likely opt out in the final year of his contract. No one found out about this until this source was said. With Varejao gone, it will leave $6.2M for the Cavs in cap, according to ESPN. Last year, was his best year statistically as he set a career-high in starts (42), points (8.6), and field goal percentage (.536). Let’s see how Varejao does. Samuel Dalembert Dalembert has heard this so many times that he is the problem for the 76ers. He needs to be out and a new center needs to be in. The Philadelphia Daily News takes care of it: “Nothing but action can prove anything to me,” Dalembert was sayingafter learning that Eddie Jordan had been hired to coach the S...
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Shoe of The Week: Nike Air Force 1 Low Mr Cartoon Livestrong Stages Collect
2009-05-31 18:24:00
Disclaimer: I'm no full on sneaker head, but every week we're gettin our shoe on here! Each week I'll pick a shoe that I like, basketball, or normal. Get your new leather smell ready!These are so hot they are breaking my monitor! I LOVE the look of these. They have great, unique designs and are definitely a real looker.They are set to release in July; mark your calendars! I would especially get these if you happen to have a lot of yellow. Perfect for the casual Laker fan!Some details on the shoe from Kix and The City:The Mr. Cartoon LIVESTRONG Nike Air Force 1 Low is a remake of the "spiderweb" version of Mr. Cartoon's Air Force 1 Low which did not ever officially hit retail but did hit the streets. The LIVESTRONG Stages Mr. Cartoon Nike Air Force 1 Low features all of Cartoon's original artwork using the LIVESTRONG palette of Black, Yellow, and White. The sneaker also features the LIVESTRONG logo on the tongue.No runner up this week, just wait until July and get yourself a pai...
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Introuducing Josh Dhani
2009-05-31 18:10:00
If you haven't noticed yet, we've got another member to the team here at NBAtipoff. His name is Josh Dhani and he's done a great job as our first contributor. I asked him a couple questions so you readers can get to know him better.Me: So tell the readers a little bit about yourself (what team is your favorite, where you've written in the past, etc.).Josh: My favorite team is the Indiana Pacers, I bleed the gold and blue. I have written for many sites in the past and I am very close to having an interview with my hometown hero from Indiana: Eric Gordon!!!Me: What kind of perspective are you going to continue to bring?Josh: My perspective to the site is more of a columnist and some breaking news. I have two great series, one is called Big NBA News which brings out the biggest rumors that no one has heard yet but you should, it's surprising! And my other one is NBA Talk which brings out voice and shows some good passion in my writing and it talks about the breaking news and game ...

You Stole That Killer Crossover, LeBron?
2009-05-30 17:48:00
The guys at Global Sports Fraternity strike gold again:
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