Archive for April, 2011

LeBron says talk of him being a quitter is ‘corny’

LeBron James does not agree with the statement that he quit against the Boston Celtics in the 2010 NBA Playoffs.

Del Potro beats Cuevas to reach Estoril final

Tennis.com: Cruising through the clay court season, Rafael Nadal’s success is a positive for him but a negative for the sport … and his opponents.

Heat Produced: Breakfast by the Bay

” finish their breakfast” and advance to the next round of the playoffs. Well, they did just that with a 97-91 win in Miami.

Haslem, Miller questionable for Heat’s second-round showdown with Celtics

Miami, FL, United States - Miami reserve guard Mike Miller and forward Udonis Haslem are still questionable for the Miami Heat’s opening game of their second-round clash with the Boston Celtics, Heat coach Eric Spoelstra confirmed Friday.

From the Cheap Seats

Lebron James and the Miami Heat will take on Boston in the second round of the NBA playoffs, kicking off a star-studded conference semifinials.

LeBron James out to end struggles against Celtics

The Boston Celtics have been sort of a bully for LeBron James throughout his postseason career.

Continue reading “Your Morning Dump… Pierce is the antidote for LeBron”

Every morning, we compile the links of the day and dump them here… highlighting the big storyline.

Toucher & Rich: Gary Washburn: Is Rondo The Key To Beating The Heat?

LeBron James #6 of the Miami Heat battles Rajon Rondo #9 of the Boston Celtics for control of the ball at TD Garden on February 13, 2011 in Boston, Massachusetts.

Sixers know expectations will increase

Doug Collins said the Sixers face a much tougher challenge next season in trying to become an elite team.

Greena s turn has come

It was a whirlwind at first, moving to a new team, a new city, learning a new set of plays, all as a demanding fan base showed its skepticism.

Brasch WordsLeBRON, the Media, and America’s Soul

Millions of Americans had pleaded with basketball superstar LeBron James to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers and come to their city when he became a free agent.

Cosby Sticks Close To Home

Fayetteville senior Morgan Cosby, center, gets a hug from Tatum Marshall, right, and Emma Shepherd after signing a national letter of intent Wednesday to play volleyball for the University of Arkansas-Fort Smith during a signing ceremony at the high school.

NBA Playoffs 2011: Rajon Rondo vs. LeBron James or David vs. Goliath

Rajon Rondo will ask to guard LeBron James during playoff games. When Rajon Rondo takes on the big men, like LeBron James, he represents the classic underdogs in history.

Dwyane Wade helps Heat finish 76ers in first-round series

Miami - For the first time since 2006, the Heat have won a playoff series - and, finally, can start thinking in earnest about another showdown with the Celtics.

Playoffs Make James More Careful With the Ball

Heat forward LeBron James reacted after losing a loose ball in the playoffs on Wednesday night.

Heat survive Round 1: Bring on the Celtics

Preliminaries are over. The undercard is complete. Breakfast, to steal LeBron James’ playful term, has been consumed.

Heat knock 76ers out of playoffs after 5 games

APRIL 27: Miami Heat fans wait for the start of Game Five of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals in… Team Stat Comparison Philadelphia Miami Points 91 97 FG Made-Attempted 39-83 32-80 3P Made-Attempted 2-10 12-30 FT Made-Attempted 11-17 21-25 Rebounds 9-41 15-47 Assists 20 17 Turnovers 7 10 Steals 4 6 Blocks 4 3 Fast Break Points 15 9 Fouls 18 …

Hill opens up about injury treatment

Jason Whitlock writes about the sports world from every angle, including those other writers can’t imagine or muster courage to address.

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LeBron James has a tendency to ease into his game. The Heat might want to start the clock at the 3:00 mark of the first quarter.

Haberstroh: Why Randolph tops Stoudemire

Last week, we witnessed Zach Randolph , a perennial 20-point and 10-rebound player on a playoff team, sign a big-time, four-year extension worth an annual $17.8 million.