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Crunching Some Numbers
Crunching Some Numbers
blazersedge.com — Crunching Some Numbers Coup over at Rip City Project compiled some rankings for the Blazers -- both team... and individual -- and adds some solid analysis to the findings. Also, you might check out Ryan Parker over at BasketballGeek.com , who built a team power ranking system inspired ... (more) Crunching Some Numbers
NBA Extremists: The All-O, No-D Toronto Raptors by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Early in the season, the Toronto Raptors are on path to make history with both the quality... of their offense and the weakness of their defense. (more) NBA Extremists: The All-O, No-D Toronto Raptors by Kevin ...
Fast Starters: Bucks` Success Bodes Well by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Even though expectations for the Milwaukee Bucks were low, an 8-3 start indicates they are very legitimate... playoff contenders in the Eastern Conference. (more) Fast Starters: Bucks` Success Bodes Well by Kevin Pelton
Is Iverson the Answer?: Breaking Down the Knicks by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — New York`s slow start explains why the Knicks are interested in Allen Iverson, but three key players... could solve the team`s problems on offense when their slumps end. (more) Is Iverson the Answer?: Breaking Down the Knicks by ...
Changing of the Guard: Defensive Comings and Goings by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Through the first three weeks of the season, the NBA`s defensive leaderboard looks very different than it... did a year ago. (more) Changing of the Guard: Defensive Comings and Goings by ...
The Dontonio Wingcast Episode 013
The Dontonio Wingcast Episode 013
blazersedge.com — It's that time again: Basketball Prospectus's  Kevin Pelton  and I are back with another episode of The... Dontonio Wingcast.  Here's how the slightly-shortened episode (34 minutes) breaks down... In Segment 1 , we announce a contest giving away a free copy of Pro Basketball ... (more) The Dontonio Wingcast Episode 013
A Special Night: Brandon Jennings` Big Game by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — On a quiet Saturday night, Milwaukee Bucks rookie guard Brandon Jennings exploded for a record-setting 55-point game.... (more) A Special Night: Brandon Jennings` Big Game by Kevin Pelton
Book Review: The Book of Basketball by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Bill Simmons` 700-page opus is a must-read for NBA fans because of the way it captures the... league`s history and sparks debates in the process. (more) Book Review: The Book of Basketball by Kevin Pelton
Hot Heat: Is Miami`s Fast Start Sustainable? by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — The Miami Heat has started 6-1 and is one of the last four NBA teams with just... one loss. However, there is reason to believe Miami`s start is not quite as impressive as it appears. (more) Hot Heat: Is Miami`s Fast Start Sustainable? by Kevin Pelton
Basketball Prospectus
basketballprospectus.com — Gasaway on the actual relationship between two things everyone just assumes go hand-in-hand in college basketball: returning... starters and success. Pomeroy on the true value of DeJuan Blair's "historic" offensive rebounding for Pitt in 2008-09. ... (more) Basketball Prospectus
Five Thoughts: Portland-Minnesota by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — The Blazers` unconventional backcourt shined in a blowout win, while young center Nathan Jawai was a bright... spot for the Timberwolves in defeat. (more) Five Thoughts: Portland-Minnesota by Kevin Pelton
Early Trends: Investigating Rising NBA Scoring by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Points per game are up in the NBA as compared to this time last season, but what... explains the increase? (more) Early Trends: Investigating Rising NBA Scoring by Kevin ...
Every Play Counts: Brandon Jennings by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Milwaukee`s rookie point guard, who opted for Italy over NCAA hoops, has turned heads in his first... two NBA games. Here`s how Jennings has done it. (more) Every Play Counts: Brandon Jennings by Kevin Pelton
The Dontonio Wingcast Episode 012
The Dontonio Wingcast Episode 012
blazersedge.com — Basketball Prospectus's Kevin Pelton  and I are back with another episode of The Dontonio Wingcast, the first... since of the 2009-2010 regular season. On this full-length episode (53 minutes), Kevin and I go pretty much unscripted... In Segment 1 , we look at the Blazers season to ... (more) The Dontonio Wingcast Episode 012
Jumping to Conclusions: Early Storylines by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Taking a look at some of the most interesting developments over the season`s first week, including Orlando`s... impressive depth. (more) Jumping to Conclusions: Early Storylines by Kevin Pelton
From BP: Kevin Pelton Looks at Tyreke Evans First Game
From BP: Kevin Pelton Looks at Tyreke Evans First Game
cowbellkingdom.com — A great breakdown of Tyreke Evans game against the Thunder and trying to figure out if he’s... worthy of all the hype. Besides having him create off the dribble, the Kings used Evans in the post a handful of times. In fact, the first two buckets of his NBA career both came out of post-up ... (more) From BP: Kevin Pelton Looks at Tyreke Evans First Game
Every Play Counts: Tyreke Evans by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Sacramento`s rookie point guard is considered a top contender for Rookie of the Year. His NBA debut... goes under the Every Play Counts microscope. (more) Every Play Counts: Tyreke Evans by Kevin Pelton
Five Thoughts: Portland-Houston by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — Five key takeaways (and a bonus sixth) from Portland`s opening-night victory over Houston at the Rose Garden.... (more) Five Thoughts: Portland-Houston by Kevin Pelton