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HOF Review: Southeast Division

June 28, 2020 by Harlan Schreiber

Let’s turn to part three of our franchise review of likely and potential Hall of Famers, the Southeast Division. For review, you find the ground rules here. Our reviews of the Atlantic and Central Division are also available on those links. Atlanta Hawks -Most likely HOFer, active players: The Hawks have a few nice active players who are not really HOFers in Paul Millsap and Al Horford. Horford is distinctly short of the line but has a chance when you combine his … [Read more...] about HOF Review: Southeast Division

All-Star Game Quick Thoughts

February 14, 2020 by Harlan Schreiber Leave a Comment

1. All-Star Game Stat Trend Update: Adam Silver’s attempts to tweak the All-Star Weekend make sense. The game is beyond stale and this point. It is harder and harder to care about this showcase when the effort on defense does not meet the basic baseline of caring. Two years ago, we reviewed the All-Star stats and documented the steady decline in defense (which wasn’t so hot years ago but is now putrid), as well the rise in the three-point shot attempts. Well, the 2018-19 All-Star game … [Read more...] about All-Star Game Quick Thoughts

NBA Draft 2012: Grades

June 29, 2012 by Ed Weiland Leave a Comment

This draft is Anthony Davis followed by a whole lot of meh. There’s a lot of journeyman depth. There are a lot of decent prospects, but few good ones. For that reason the 2012 draft is a tough one to evaluate and grade. There will be some players who develop into rotation regulars and even stars though and I’m going to try and sort that out right here. I grade on a curve. There will be 3 A’s, 6 B’s, 12 C’s, 6 D’s and 3 F’s. Grades are given based mainly on how much each team used their 2012 … [Read more...] about NBA Draft 2012: Grades