Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey has everything it takes to be one of the NBA’s most dominant big men. At 7-foot-3 and over 290 pounds, he controls the paint. His mountain-esque size is complemented by scintillating skill, from hovering hook shots to precise passes. For these reasons, even people who aren’t fans of the Grizzlies are anxiously awaiting his return from an ankle … [Read more...] about How Big Of A Concern Is Grizzlies Big Man Zach Edey’s Health?
Deni Avdija Reacts To Criticism Of Trail Blazers’ Foul-Baiting
The Portland Trail Blazers have been superb with seven wins out of their last eight games. Unfortunately for them, the conversations about their recent surge have been focused on foul-baiting. Blazers forward Deni Avdija‘s offense is under the spotlight in particular, especially after Houston Rockets forward Tari Eason‘s comments about guarding him went viral this week. Deni … [Read more...] about Deni Avdija Reacts To Criticism Of Trail Blazers’ Foul-Baiting
Ime Udoka Experimenting With Lineups Will Help Rockets Right Ship
The Houston Rockets have been clutching at straws to scrape together wins lately. They’re still viewed as a top team in the competitive Western Conference. However, at this point, they’re competing to stay out of the play-in as much as they’re battling for a top-three seed. It’s time for the Rockets to experiment with a different look. The Jumbo Rockets Should Experiment With … [Read more...] about Ime Udoka Experimenting With Lineups Will Help Rockets Right Ship
Udoka’s Durant Comments Are Missing The Point
On Friday night, the Houston Rockets lost a second consecutive game to the Portland Trail Blazers. Head coach Ime Udoka ripped into the team’s effort in his post-game press conference, particularly how their effort wanes without Kevin Durant. However, is Udoka’s messaging on intensity beginning to fall on deaf ears? Udoka’s Durant Comments Are Missing The Point Durant played 39 … [Read more...] about Udoka’s Durant Comments Are Missing The Point
The Houston Rockets Are Having Clutch-Time Struggles
The pattern is no longer subtle. Game after game, the Houston Rockets find themselves in positions to win, only for the final minutes to unravel everything that came before. What should be closing time has instead become a recurring crisis. Simply put, the Rockets are having clutch-time struggles. The Rockets’ clutch time struggles are now one of the defining themes of … [Read more...] about The Houston Rockets Are Having Clutch-Time Struggles
