Archive for June, 2010

NBA / Jun 30, 2010 / 6:00 pm

LeBron James to the New York Knicks: Pros and Cons

LeBron James

In the biggest free-agency bonanza to ever hit the NBA, LeBron James is the first domino that has to fall before everyone else figures out their next move. From D-Wade all the way down to Brian Scalabrine, you could say every other free agent’s future will in some way be affected by LeBron’s decision.

With the official start of free agency set for 12:01 a.m. Wednesday night/Thursday morning, we decided to look at each team believed to be in the running for LeBron and delve into the reasons why LBJ would and wouldn’t (or should and shouldn’t) sign with them. Last up: The New York Knicks. Read More »

NBA Draft, Video / Jun 30, 2010 / 5:03 pm

DimeTV: Derrick Favors’ last day of “work” at Times Square

On the afternoon of this year’s NBA Draft, Dime caught up with future New Jersey Net Derrick Favors at Champs in Times Square. The new adidas endorser was spending a day working the cash registers, fielding questions from the media, and signing autographs. He sat down to chat a little about his game, his first pair of basketball kicks, and his relationship with DeMarcus Cousins.

NBA / Jun 30, 2010 / 4:33 pm

LeBron James to the Chicago Bulls: Pros and Cons

LeBron James

In the biggest free-agency bonanza to ever hit the NBA, LeBron James is the first domino that has to fall before everyone else figures out their next move. From D-Wade all the way down to Brian Scalabrine, you could say every other free agent’s future will in some way be affected by LeBron’s decision.

With the official start of free agency set for 12:01 a.m. Wednesday night/Thursday morning, we decided to look at each team believed to be in the running for LeBron and delve into the reasons why LBJ would and wouldn’t (or should and shouldn’t) sign with them. Next up: The Chicago Bulls. Read More »

NBA / Jun 30, 2010 / 3:40 pm

NBA Free Agency: The Lakers Need to Find a Point Guard

Derek Fisher

As the Lakers begin their quest to three-peat, they first must solve a big problem: They currently have no point guards on their roster. Starting PG Derek Fisher is an unrestricted free agent. His backup, Jordan Farmar, is going to be a restricted free agent. And the third-stringer, Shannon Brown, is going to opt out of his contract and also be a free agent as well.

Midnight tonight is when the free-agent frenzy will begin, and for Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak, that means sorting through about 200 available players to find which pieces fit L.A.’s roster. And for a championship squad, it’s not as simple as picking the best talent; you also have to consider chemistry and whether one can perform in the pressure-cooker of the NBA Finals. Read More »

NBA / Jun 30, 2010 / 2:30 pm

LeBron James to the New Jersey Nets: Pros and Cons

LeBron James

In the biggest free-agency bonanza to ever hit the NBA, LeBron James is the first domino that has to fall before everyone else figures out their next move. From D-Wade all the way down to Brian Scalabrine, you could say every other free agent’s future will in some way be affected by LeBron’s decision.

With the official start of free agency set for 12:01 a.m. Wednesday night/Thursday morning, we decided to look at each team believed to be in the running for LeBron and delve into the reasons why LBJ would and wouldn’t (or should and shouldn’t) sign with them. Next up: The New Jersey Nets. Read More »

NBA Draft, Video / Jun 30, 2010 / 2:00 pm

The San Antonio Spurs’ Best-Kept Secret

Ginobili, Parker, Scola, Barbosa, Udrih, Splitter, Dragic. These are all San Antonio Spurs’ international draft picks that you’ve heard of.

This year the Spurs drafted Ryan Richards with the 49th pick, in the second round. Hailing from London, England, Richards has indicated he doesn’t want to continue playing ball in Europe and will most likely be playing for the Spurs’ D-League team, the Austin Toros, next season.


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NBA, Style - Kicks and Gear / Jun 30, 2010 / 1:30 pm

Brandon Roy appearing at House of Hoops in Seattle

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House of Hoops stores have been popping up like summer harvest all over the country, and the Pacific Northwest is next. If you’re in the Seattle area this Friday, drop by the House of Hoops grand opening at Southcenter Mall to meet three-time NBA All-Star Brandon Roy. He’ll be doing a Q&A in the story, and will be joined by some of the city’s top ballplayers and basketball figures. Read More »

Latest News / Jun 30, 2010 / 1:06 pm

NBA Rumor: Chris Bosh headed to Miami for Michael Beasley

Chris Bosh, Dime #33

Honest, we’re really trying to stay out of the “unconfirmed reports” and “anonymous sources” business, but this one was too good to ignore:

Rumor out of Miami is that the Heat will acquire Chris Bosh in a sign-and-trade from Toronto, in exchange for Michael Beasley, Mario Chalmers and Joel Anthony. According to reporter Dan LeBatard, the teams have basically already agreed on the deal, though it can’t be completed until Bosh can officially sign a new contract on July 8. Read More »

Playground / Jun 30, 2010 / 1:00 pm

The Return of Nike’s 3-on-3 Tournament

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Red Bull’s got the East Coast covered this summer with the 2on2 Revolution Tour. But if you’re looking for some 3-on-3 ball in the West Coast, there’s good news: The Nike 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament will make its highly anticipated return to Los Angeles. During the weekend of August 6th, Nike’s second annual tourney will take over the streets of L.A Live. As the largest organized basketball event in Southern California, the tournament is open to players of all ages and talent levels. Read More »

NBA / Jun 30, 2010 / 12:00 pm

LeBron James re-signs with the Cleveland Cavs: Pros and Cons

LeBron James

In the biggest free-agency bonanza to ever hit the NBA, LeBron James is the first domino that has to fall before everyone else figures out their next move. From D-Wade all the way down to Brian Scalabrine, you could say every other free agent’s future will in some way be affected by LeBron’s decision.

With the official start of free agency set for 12:01 a.m. Wednesday night/Thursday morning, we decided to look at each team believed to be in the running for LeBron and delve into the reasons why LBJ would and wouldn’t (or should and shouldn’t) sign with them. Next up: The Cleveland Cavaliers. Read More »

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