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Trouble in D.C.
Trouble in D.C.
fivemagazine.com — The Washington Wizards were expected to be a much better team than last year, but the year... has thus far been nothing but a disappointment. With the hiring of Flip Saunders as the new head coach, and Gilbert Arenas returning from injury, expectations automatically grew from within the ... (more) Trouble in D.C.
Tracy McGrady Feels Unwanted
Tracy McGrady Feels Unwanted
fivemagazine.com — Almost 10 months have passed since Tracy McGrady has been on the court in a Rockets uniform.... Once regarded as the franchise player and one of the best in the league, McGrady is today somewhat of the forgotten man in Houston. Trevor Ariza is now wearing T-Mac’s old number 1, and playing ... (more) Tracy McGrady Feels Unwanted
Iverson Looking for New Team
Iverson Looking for New Team
fivemagazine.com — Allen Iverson and the Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to part ways and to void their contract. When... Iverson left the team last week because of a “family matter”, it was clear AI would in most likelyhood never return to the team. The Grizzlies made it official yesterday, as they waived ... (more) Iverson Looking for New Team
Stephen Jackson to Charlotte
Stephen Jackson to Charlotte
fivemagazine.com — If you complain and annoy enough, they will trade you! It worked out for Stephen Jackson. His... demands were finally answered, as the Golden State Warriors and the Charlotte Bobcats completed a trade on Monday that sent Stephen Jackson and Acie Law to the Bobcats, in exchange for Vladimir ... (more) Stephen Jackson to Charlotte
King James Wants NBA To Retire #23
King James Wants NBA To Retire #23
fivemagazine.com — A basketball player never picks a jersey number randomly. There is always a story behind it. One... usually chooses a number in the youth and sticks with it. Whether it is because of a favorite player, or whatever the case may be, there is always a good reason. And if at some point the number one ... (more) King James Wants NBA To Retire #23
Byron Scott Fired
Byron Scott Fired
fivemagazine.com — It is never a question if any coaches will get fired during each new NBA season, but... it is always who will be the first one to get the boot? And the winner of the current season is Byron Scott of the New Orleans Hornets! According to sources, Scott was already on shaky ground after last ... (more) Byron Scott Fired
Iverson Gone from Memphis
Iverson Gone from Memphis
fivemagazine.com — At least for now. Allen Iverson has left the team after receiving permission from Grizzlies owner Michael... Heisley to do so. The Grizzlies management is referring to this as a leave of absence due to “a personal matter”. When asked about the situation, Grizzlies coach Lionel Hollins ... (more) Iverson Gone from Memphis
Cleveland Struggles
Cleveland Struggles
fivemagazine.com — Six games into the season, the Cleveland Cavaliers are a disappointing 3-3, with losses to Boston, Toronto... and Chicago. Fairly or unfairly, the criticism has already begun. A lot is expected of King James and his Cavs. Especially considering the fact that it could be James’ last season in ... (more) Cleveland Struggles
Iverson Unhappy
Iverson Unhappy
fivemagazine.com — When Allen Iverson became a free agent after a disappointing 2008/2009 season with Detroit, one had to... wonder if a team would be willing to take the risk of signing The Answer and everything he brings with him. It is not a risk because of his advanced age and the lost step. There is no doubt ... (more) Iverson Unhappy
Rajon Rondo Gets Extension
Rajon Rondo Gets Extension
fivemagazine.com — With the November 2nd deadline for contract extensions approaching fast, it looked as if the Celtics and... Rajon Rondo would not be able to come to an agreement. Then suddenly and unexpectedly, news broke that a deal was in place, which would be for 5 years and at least $55 million. When asked ... (more) Rajon Rondo Gets Extension
Who Will It Be, Who Will It Be?!
Who Will It Be, Who Will It Be?!
fivemagazine.com — It is a little senseless to make any kind of predictions about the new season after less... than a week of play behind us, but it is never too early to at least discuss the candidates for individual awards such as the MVP, MIP, Defensive Player of the Year, Rookie of the Year and 6th Man of the ... (more) Who Will It Be, Who Will It Be?!
Stephen Jackson Update
Stephen Jackson Update
fivemagazine.com — The season has barely even started, and already trade talks are heating up. This is at least... true regarding Golden State’s disgruntled guard, Stephen Jackson. Coach Don Nelson and management have publicly stated that the situation is not a distraction and that Jackson would still play an ... (more) Stephen Jackson Update
Griffin’s Debut Delayed
Griffin’s Debut Delayed
fivemagazine.com — Blake Griffin could only watch from the bench in street clothing as the Lakers beat his team... 99-92 on opening night. The Clippers have for long had the reputation as the franchise that repeatedly managed to draft some of the biggest busts in history. Most famously, Michael Olowakandi, whom the ... (more) Griffin’s Debut Delayed