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A Truly Deep Threat?
A Truly Deep Threat?
We find it easy to muster up tons of appreciation for Trevor Ariza and his ability to play some game changing defense but one thing that has been quite a surprise this season is Trevor’s ability to hit the trey. The 6’ 8” 210lb forward from UCLA is hitting an impressive 80% of his ...
Every Play Counts: The Lakers Defense by Kevin Pelton
Every Play Counts: The Lakers Defense by Kevin Pelton
basketballprospectus.com — The Lakers have opened the season in a new defense that is creating havoc for opponents.... (more) Every Play Counts: The Lakers Defense by Kevin Pelton
The Strong Side Zone and You
The Strong Side Zone and You
forumblueandgold.com — Lakers fans, these three words are your new mantra, your new best friend: Strong Side Zone. When... the season started we were generally saying, “if the Lakers defense can just be in the top 10 in the league we’ll be in good shape.” Well, three ... (more) The Strong Side Zone and You
Lil Wayne: “Greg Oden Is A Bust”
Lil Wayne: “Greg Oden Is A Bust”
dimemag.com — For some of his basketball analysis, Weezy predicts that the Celtics will not repeat, the champions this... year will come from the West and the Lakers will likely pass the Celtics’ 66 wins last year. (more) Lil Wayne: “Greg Oden Is A Bust”
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Off-Day Open Thread: Does Orlando Magic Coach Stan Van Gundy Need to Use His Bench More Often?
Third Quarter Collapse — ... shooting have a place in this rotation? Can the Magic succeed in the playoffs--assuming they make it there--while continuing to play Hedo Turkoglu, Rashard Lewis, and Dwight Howard 37-plus minutes per game? And, in a somewhat different vein... do the Magic need to pursue an impact-level free agent? Antonio McDyess will be available soon, and the Magic could try to clear cap space--an obstacle for any transaction at this point--to sign him. Final note: Trevor Ariza is

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