In March 2020, while we were just starting this long pandemic, I resolved to do more deep dives on NBA history stuff. The first result was an article revisiting Sports Illustrated’s Hank Hersch “10 Fearless Predictions” for the 1995-96 NBA…
Tag: Rod Strickland
How Did We Get Here? A Review of 1990s NBA Free Agency
In about one week, NBA free agency will be upon us. We are already being deluged with rumors, innuendo, and recruiting anecdotes. This year, there are some huge names on the block, notably Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, Kyrie Irving, and…
Mirotic-Portis and NBA Teammate Fights
The Chicago Bulls were projected to have a tough season on the court. Right before the season, though, things got tougher. During an intense practice, Niko Mirotic and Bobby Portis got into a heated altercation and Portis broke Mirotic’s jaw…