2017-2018 NBA Midseason Awards: Most Improved Player

With the 2017-2018 NBA season past the midpoint and All-Star weekend approaching, it is time to take a look at my annual Midseason Awards. Most Improved Player 5. Kristaps Porzingis- New York Knicks(23.5ppg, 6.8rpg, 1.2apg) 4. Aaron Gordon- Orlando Magic(18.6ppg, 8.0rpg, 2.1apg) 3. Clint Capela- Houston Rockets(14.5ppg, 10.8rpg, 1.1apg) 2. Jaylen Brown- Boston Celtics(14.2ppg,… Read More 2017-2018 NBA Midseason Awards: Most Improved Player

January 21, 2018January 21, 2018 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

Hollywood’s Newest Star: Dwight Howard Traded to Lakers

The Dwight Howard saga is finally over as he has been traded to the Los Angeles Lakers as part of a blockbuster 4-team trade. Philadelphia 76ers all-star Andre Iguodala is heading to the Denver Nuggets, while the 76ers acquire Andrew Bynum, and Jason Richardson. The Orlando magic receive Arron Afflalo, Al Harrington, Nikola Vecevic and… Read More Hollywood’s Newest Star: Dwight Howard Traded to Lakers

August 10, 2012August 14, 2012 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

2012 NBA Playoffs: Staying Alive

Pacers 105 Magic 87 IND wins 4-1 The Indiana Pacers became the first team in the Eastern Conference to advance to the second round as they made easy work of the Orlando Magic in game 5. Danny Granger led the Pacers with 25 points, while Darren Collison pitched in with 19 points. Jameer Nelson led… Read More 2012 NBA Playoffs: Staying Alive

May 9, 2012May 10, 2012 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

2012 NBA Playoffs: Defending Champs Bounced

Pacers 101 Magic 99 OT IND 3-1 After blowing a 19-point fourth quarter lead the Indiana Pacers held for a 101-99 overtime over the Orlando Magic. The Pacers now own a commanding 3-1 series lead as they head back to Indianapolis for game 5. David West led Indiana with 26 points while Danny Granger scored… Read More 2012 NBA Playoffs: Defending Champs Bounced

May 6, 2012May 6, 2012 kicksandthings1 Comment

Tyson Chandler Wins Defensive Player of the Year

New York Knicks center Tyson Chandler was named the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year on Wednesday. Serge Ibaka of the Oklahoma City Thunder finished second and Dwight Howard finished third in the voting.

May 3, 2012May 3, 2012 kicksandthings2 Comments

2012 NBA Playoffs: Grizzlies Roar Back

(1)Spurs 114(8)Jazz 83 SA 2-0 The San Antonio Spurs continue to look impressive as they once again blew out the Utah Jazz 114-83 to take a commanding 2-0 series lead. Tony Parker led the balanced Spurs attack with 18 points, and 9 assists. Rookie Kawhi Leonard added 17 points. Al Jefferson and Josh Howard… Read More 2012 NBA Playoffs: Grizzlies Roar Back

May 3, 2012May 3, 2012 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

2012 NBA Playoffs: Eastern Conference First Round Predictions

The 2012 NBA Playoffs are here! After an exciting lockout shortened season, we have an intriguing set of first round matches. Let’s kick things off with out Eastern Conference first round predictions. Eastern Conference (1)Chicago Bulls vs (8)Philadelphia 76ers Even with Derrick Rose missing significant time in the regular season, Chicago’s defense will stifle Philly… Read More 2012 NBA Playoffs: Eastern Conference First Round Predictions

April 28, 2012May 3, 2012 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

Dwight Dominates

A night after Derrick Rose sank a jumper at the buzzer to beat the Bucks, they were not able to carry over the momentum as Dwight Howard led the Orlando Magic to victory. Howard dominated all night, pouring in 29 points while grabbing 18 rebounds. After blowing big leads Orlando held on for a 99-94… Read More Dwight Dominates

March 8, 2012March 8, 2012 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

Baby Lands in Disney World

The Boston Celtics have agreed to send forward Glen ‘Big Baby’ Davis to the Orlando Magic for forward Brandon Bass in a sign and trade deal.

December 9, 2011December 9, 2011 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

NBA Player Rankings: #5

In response to ESPN’s NBA Player rankings, I have decided to list my top 10 NBA players! #5 Dwight Howard Orlando Magic |C| Age: 25 Drafted: 1st in 2004 (by ORL) Career Achievements 3 DPOY(2009, 2010, 2011) 5-time All-Star 2010-2011 Stats GM: 78, PPG: 22.9, RPG: 14.1, BPG: 2.4, FG%: .593, FT%: .596 ESPN… Read More NBA Player Rankings: #5

November 4, 2011November 4, 2011 kicksandthingsLeave a comment

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