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Source Jose Calderon’s play is worthy of a Clyde Fraizer type reference (note the title). He’s been balling these last two games. Averaging about 28 points in the contests, Jose Calderon still can play. After facing warranted criticism in years past, he’s stepped up when needed. Without Andrea Bargnani and Jerryd Bayless, scoring is missing … Read more

Linsanity is still happening. It’s crazy how it’s happened. Jeremy Lin has been a story since he starred in summer league years back. Now he’s truly making a name for himself. Gary Finkler’s cartoon encapsulates this story: Haha, great! See more at 7th Inning Sketch. Have you gone Linsane?

Vince Carter wants the Mavs to repeat as champions. He’s been solid this season. Vince Carter still has a dunk or two left in him and here’s his most recent one: Keep churning, Vince Carter! Maybe the Mavs can repeat if Vince Carter really steps up consistently!?

Linsanity ran through the league last week. What will be the talk of the town this week? Which NBA games are worth watching? All time are eastern: Monday at 8:30 PM, the Clippers face the Mavericks. Two squads rounding into shape. Chris Paul has been showing his amazing talent, winning the Clippers games. Dirk Nowitzki … Read more

James Johnson is a young swingman still finding himself. He’s got some potential, but shows much room for improvement. Nevertheless, this sequence from James Johnson is sure exciting: Wasn’t enough to help Toronto win, but hey, a highlight never hurt anybody! Keep making more of them, James Johnson.

Rick Adelman needed to attend to his ears. David Kahn must have been talking about the direction he’s leading the Timberwolves in! This is awesome: Source Hope you hear better things soon Rick Adelman! Have a great rest of your weekend, people!

Channing Frye is a shooter. While he can do other things on the floor, shooting is certainly his MO. Channing Frye shows he’s got more up his sleeve. Watch him dunk on Samuel Dalembert: Nice one from Channing Frye! Gracias, The Hoop Scene!

Vinny Del Negro and his Clippers lost to the Cavaliers last night. Losing 99-92, the Clippers had a definite shot at stealing this game. Why couldn’t they? Vinny Del Negro didn’t put his players in optimal position to score. Source Vinny Del Negro isn’t the only reason the Clippers lost. The Cavalier offense adjusted well … Read more

Antawn Jamison is know for his out of ordinary style. He throws up different shots and is mighty effective at doing so. This shot’s no different. Antawn Jamison gets hacked and then throws it up: Thanks, NBA!

Andrew Bynum has had an awesome season thus far. He’s an All-Star, a major contributor for the Lakers and still only 24. What’s missing from this young centers game? The ability to pass crisply, especially out of double teams. Why might Andrew Bynum be missing such a key skill? Source Andrew Bynum probably hasn’t needed … Read more