A couple years ago, the Atlantic was the joke of the NBA. Many pundits cited the paltry division as a prominent reason as to why the NBA should rid itself of division winners and just take the top teams in each conference. However, with Boston's acquisitions of Garnett and Ray Allen last year, and the Sixers procurement of Elton Brand this past summer, the Atlantic will likely boast three playoff teams this season: Boston, Philadelphia, and Toronto.
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Posted on December 24, 2008 by Glenn KatzmanNBA - The Defending Champs Celtics Win Their Eight Consecutive Game
Posted on December 10, 2008 by Ally WhiteThe current champions of the NBA, the Boston Celtics, converted their 8-consecutive victory by beating the Charlotte Bobcats in a close game 89-84 last Saturday. With this win Boston has an actual record of 16-2 and is leading the Eastern Conference.
NBA - Spurs beat the Grizzlies; Manu Ginobili is back!
Posted on November 30, 2008 by Audrey NolanAfter being out for 12 games in this season, Manu Ginobili is back in track and helped the San Antonio Spurs to win the game against the Memphis Grizzlies 94-81. This was the fifth victory of the last six games that they have played so far this season even though the Spurs are still missing Tony Parker. Ginobili played only for 11 minutes but it marked the difference in the game since he scored 12 points.
NBA - Dallas Mavericks ended its losing streak by beating the Knicks
Posted on November 28, 2008 by Ally WhiteThe Western Conference team Dallas Mavericks, beat the New York Knicks in an incredible way, after been down during the majority of the game. However, the Knicks didn't convert a field goal in the last 2:28 minutes of the fourth quarter and they didn't score in the overtime either.
Quick Tips on Getting the Best Roster for NCAA Basketball 2009
Posted on November 28, 2008 by Brian KaldenbergMany of the anticipated changes, improvements, and additions made for NCAA Basketball 09 can be experienced in its Dynasty Mode, a favorite method of playing for most, if not all, players. One such feature is the open roster sharing option.
Maximize Your Fun with NCAA Basketball 09
Posted on November 28, 2008 by Brian KaldenbergNCAA Basketball 09 promises to be an all-new exciting game for its avid fans. The game has a couple of firsts under its belt, including the fact that EA has chosen to apply the same basketball engine it uses for its NBA game series. Here are a few suggestions on how to maximize on all the good things NCAA Basketball 09 has to offer.
Do Not Make These Mistakes About Basketball And Sports -- Convenient Suggestions Now
Posted on November 27, 2008 by Nathan KnightleyIf there is one sport almost every kid loves, it's basketball. It doesn't matter how tall they are or if they can even make a basket, this sport is just plain
Washington Wizards Tickets
Posted on December 10, 2008 by Peter CohenThe team now known as Washington Wizards began as the Chicago Packers in 1961, spent several seasons in Baltimore, and finally landed in Washington, as the Washington Bullets, in 1974. The logo for the Franchise has a Wizard conjuring up a basketball on a half moon containing basketball threads. Also shown is the white bear that cuts his black shirt forming W. The Packers changed their name to the Zephyrs the following season.
Detriot Pistons Tickets
Posted on December 10, 2008 by Peter CohenThe Detroit Pistons represents the famous city of Detroit in the NBA (National Basketball Association) league. The team plays at The Palace of Auburn Hills situated in downtime Detroit. The team has become one of the most famous and revered basketball teams in the history of the game.
Nike Dunks Basketball Shoes: The History
Posted on November 19, 2008 by Mathew PetrenkoIn the eighties Nike Dunks sneakers manufacture was the first to become prominent. The enterprise introduced using canvas together with high sneakers' tops. That was perfect for the players' muscles, tight as they trained on the court. Along with all that the shoes had rubber sole. That caused over 600 million pairs sold.
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It Is Now Post Time
Posted on June 5, 2009 by Jane HiltonFor well over a century, wagering on horse racing has been one of the most popular and interactive spectator sports throughout most of the civilized world. From New York City to Los Angeles, from Sydney to Tokyo and from Paris to Hong Kong people gather at racetrack facilities to participate in parimutuel wagering.
Working with March Madness College Basketball Brackets
Posted on March 29, 2008 by Ken JohnsonBracketology can make a sports bettor a lot of money during March Madness if they know what to look for.
NBA Sports Betting and Money-Management Tips for Serious Sports Investors
Posted on February 5, 2009 by Roger SpeillmanThere are gamblers and there are serious sports betting enthusiasts. Which one are you? There are even several types of gamblers, including the guys who really get their biggest kick from gambling from the risk itself. The entire rush for these individuals comes from the unlikely but still possible chance that they will win. If you are one of these big risk guys, you will not find this article useful, because I spent a big part of my life trying to reduce your risk.
Special Shoes for Basketball, Volleyball and Cheerleading
Posted on October 16, 2009 by mark royalModern women are doing well in each and every sector. They are no longer just followers of men. They have developed their individual identities in every field. Be it home or workplace, women are leading all places. Even, in sports and athletics women have made a remarkable change. Women are having active participation in all games and sports nowadays. They are meeting expectations of her family in terms of responsibility.
Playing basketball with tenacious defense
Posted on July 16, 2008 by Jason RichardsDuring a basketball game, people commonly shout the word "DEFENSE!". Come to think of it, do people in the stadium really know the meaning of the word? Does the basketball team, players and coaches, understand the meaning of the word? Is the value and importance of the word defense recognized? Sometimes basketball players themselves take it for granted. Everyone should remember that it is as important
NBA - Cavs fail against the Wizards
Posted on January 13, 2009 by Ally WhiteThe second place of the Eastern Conference, the Cleveland Cavaliers failed to win on Sunday falling against the Washington Wizards 80-77. The Wizards played in great way and outplayed the Cavs in rebounds 52 over 35. The Wizards were aggressive since the very start and their desire for a win after a two-game losing streak, gave Washington what they deserved, the victory. Lebron James with his unstoppable talent tried to help his team but even with his 30 points and 10 assist, it wasn't enough to...
Squats- Essential to Jumping Higher
Posted on July 25, 2009 by Michael HendersonUsing weighted squats is a great idea for any athlete looking to increase their vertical leap. How large of a vertical leap you have is determined by a number of factors, one of them being leg explosiveness. The key here is not overall strength but how quickly your leg muscles can exert that strength. Squats can help accomplish this, but only if done correctly.
Increasing Your Vertical Jump Using Your Upper Body
Posted on July 31, 2009 by Michael HendersonUpper body motion is often overlooked as being an essential component of the vertical jump. Surprisingly, its importance is very easy to test. Try jumping as high as you can normally. Now try jumping as high as you can with your arms held at your sides. See the difference? Luckily, you can exploit this upper body motion to see some relatively quick gains to your vertical leap.
Would You Bet On Your Favorite NBA Team?
Posted on October 16, 2008 by Gen WrightAnyone would bet on their favorite NBA team in the blinking of an eye if they know that they are going to win. Ah, but it is not as simple as that is it?
2008-2009 NCAA College Basketball Preview
Posted on October 7, 2008 by Joel WelserThe 2007-2008 season ended up being yet another exciting college basketball campaign. As always, there were Cinderella's like Davidson, but in the end it was the traditional powers that were in San Antonio, Texas for the Final Four where Kansas edged Memphis in a thrilling final. North Carolina, UCLA and Memphis left Texas disappointed, but those three teams are likely candidates to reach Detroit, Michigan for the 2009 version of the Final Four.
