I’ve long argued that no single game over the course of the NBA’s marathon October-to-April season should be cause for feeling too up or down about how a team is doing, but after the debacle in Denver, I’m … via TheSpectrum.com
“That’s what home court is all about - people get behind you, give you some energy, some spark.”
It seems likely the Los Angeles Lakers are really going to miss Andrew Bynum. Their fans have made it clear they already do. via Fox Sports
WHEN IT comes to tough questions, taking a fantasy approach often leads to an easy answer. via Marin Independent Journal
After learning of Nene’s surgery, an emotional day for the Nuggets was capped by Allen Iverson’s ejection. via ESPN
“My victory will represent their victory as well.”
Nuggets coach George Karl said Thursday the team is still awaiting results of some medical tests after doctors removed a testicular tumor from Denver forward Nene. via Boulder Daily Camera
Preview: This three-game Western trip already winds up the season series with Denver tonight and Golden State on Monday. via Minneapolis Star Tribune
Denver Nuggets guard Allen Iverson, left, looks to shoot as Charlotte Bobcats guard Jeff McInnis defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Charlotte, N.C., Monday, Jan. via WTOP
DENVER, Jan. 17 Linas Kleiza scored a career-high 41 points Thursday and the Denver Nuggets surged ahead in the third period to defeat Utah, 120-109. Marcus Camby also had a huge game in the paint, claiming 24 … via Earth Times
Joe Johnson scored 22 points and the Atlanta Hawks opened up a 25-point lead in the second half before holding off Denver 104-93 in Atlanta on Tuesday evening. via KXRM-TV Colorado Springs
“I have pain when I’m running up and down the court”
Basketball star Allen Iverson is donating $100,000 to support the Newport News, Va., Police Department’s “Gun Buy Back” program, U.S. Rep. via Daily Herald
TODAY : Denver visits Atlanta for a 5 p.m. game in Philips Arena. BROADCAST : Television on Altitude; Radio on KEPN . via Boulder Daily Camera
LeBron James scored a season-high 51 points, including 25 in the fourth quarter and overtime, to lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 132-124 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Tuesday night. via The Modesto Bee
“I think the team, I don’t know what the word is, but it was a very quiet day. The game that night, the personality was introverted, introspective.”
“Nene is recovering well and in good condition,” Dr. Fernando J. Kim said. The operation was done at Denver Health Medical Center. via WOKV-AM Jacksonville
“We’re having a chance to see a superstar form right in front of our eyes”
No heartbreaking loss this time. No complaining about a referee’s call. The Charlotte Bobcats finally made the big plays down the stretch behind their budding star. via News & Record Syndication Feed
“I don’t think that’s very professional”
KRIEGER: Karl continues to stress team-first attitude By Dave Krieger , Rocky Mountain News Originally published 06:32 p.m., January 14, 2008 Updated 06:32 p.m., January 14, 2008 Jim Rome took a minute on his … via Denver Rocky Mountain News