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J-Smoove's triple-double gets Hawks past Bulls

The Bulls came to Atlanta seeking revenge. Josh Smith’s performance ensured that Chicago left Philips Arena empty handed.

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Added by Lang Greene on February 6, 2010 at 1:06pm — No Comments

NBA: Hawks mid-year grades

Photo: Chris J. Nelson / Wikipedia Despite the Hawks’ inability to figure out the Cavaliers and Magic thus far, the team has played extremely well and deserves to be considered amongst the league’s elite this season. You must credit GM Rick Sund for increasing the team’s talent and depth with ski… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on February 3, 2010 at 11:22pm — No Comments

Hawks sign West for remainder of 2010 season

Photo: NBA D-League Archive The Hawks have signed former Georgia Tech standout Mario West for the remainder of the season. Since West signed consecutive 10-day contracts with Atlanta, NBA rules state that the club was required to sign him for the rest of the season in order to keep him on t… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on February 2, 2010 at 8:03pm — No Comments

Hawks-Thunder Game Preview Feb. 2

(AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki) The Hawks (30-16) travel to Oklahoma City to battle the Thunder on Tuesday. Oklahoma City (26-21) won the first game of the season series 94-91 and is the only team to leave Atlanta with a win in the past eight games played at Philips Arena. The Thunder compiled an 8-7 rec… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on February 1, 2010 at 10:57pm — No Comments

Crawford leads Hawks to season sweep of Celtics

(Brazemore/AP) The Hawks (30-15) didn’t have an answer for Paul Pierce on Friday night, but in the end they didn’t need one. Behind Jamal Crawford’s 28 points and Joe Johnson’s 16 point fourth quarter barrage, Atlanta cruised to a 100-91 victory to move past Boston (29-15) into second place… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on January 29, 2010 at 11:00pm — No Comments

Hawks: Horford and Johnson named to 2010 All-Star Team

(AP Photo/John Bazemore) Al Horford and Joe Johnson have been named to the 2010 NBA All-Star game as Eastern Conference reserves. Before Friday’s game with Boston, Atlanta was 29-15 and tied with Orlando for the Southeast Division lead. This is the first All-Star selection for Horford, who is averaging… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on January 29, 2010 at 9:56pm — No Comments

Gun Tote, Gun Smoke

If you want the comprehensive summary of Gilbert Arenas and Javaris Crittenton’s reenactment of the Wild Wild West, David Aldridge has that covered. There’s n… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on January 2, 2010 at 7:48pm — No Comments

KB24's Game Winner Versus Kings

Is there another player in the game today that more efficient in clutch situations than Kobe Bryant? KB24's killer instinct is the trait that separates men from boys --- the good from the elite --- champions from contenders. This game winner was nailed in front of the Kings' bench as time expired to cap a 20 point come from behind effort. Look at the expression on the faces of Sean May and Spencer Hawes. Devastation. Check out Lamar Odom -… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on January 2, 2010 at 11:30am — No Comments

Court Vision – Big Nate, Spurs and Durant

Nate Robinson has been on ice the past month, missing 14 consecutive games and languishing on the Knicks’ bench. There were no signs of court rust as he exploded for41 points leading the Knicks to a come from behind overtime victory over the Hawks. Make no mistake; Robinson completely understands that this is a contract year with… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on January 1, 2010 at 10:54pm — No Comments

Delonte West over Josh Smith - Dunk of the Week

That's the way to take it to the rack ---- D-West's appearances in the media as of late have revolved around negative personal choices made off the court. It's good to see him displaying the skills on the floor and staying away from TMZ. West, although he may have carried, throws down an unexpectedly vicious slam over Josh Smith. Yes, he picked up a tech for taunting --- but so what I don't care! Whew Lawd! Lang Lang.Greene@gmail.com… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on January 1, 2010 at 12:28pm — No Comments

J-Will puts Ridnour on skates, crossover and three

White chocolate is past his prime no doubt so the crossover is a bit slower and less effective --- but cagey vets still set up their prey with frightening accuracy. Enter Luke Ridnour, J-Will's latest highlight victim. Totally sick move and a glimpse back to earlier this decade! Lang Lang.Greene@gmail.com http://twitter.com/hoopsvine … Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 31, 2009 at 8:09pm — No Comments

Hawks display true colors, LeBron clearly has their number

Minor intangibles separate elite teams from the above average and I think we’ve found out that the Hawks are still missing those qualities. I’ll readily admit that I was fooled by Atlanta early this season --- the young nucleus of Joe Johnson, Josh Smith, Jamal Crawford, Marvin Williams and Al Horford will certainly lead to a plethor… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 31, 2009 at 12:49pm — 1 Comment

T-Mac, done as a franchise player, still has plenty left

Call me a dreamer. I still believe that Roy Jones Jr. can once again rise to the pinnacle of boxing. I also thought that Allen Iverson’s arthritis laden knees could make the Sixers somewhat competitive. And yes, I’m the same guy that thought Michael Jordan’s comeback with t… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 30, 2009 at 4:16pm — No Comments

Bob Knight targeting NCAA, right on time

Polarizing figures are a refreshing sight because they typically get both sides of a position riled up and at least listening. That’s why I love guys like Bob Knight and Charles Barkley. They speak their minds, provide rationale behind the talking points and never shy away from criticism. Pe… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 30, 2009 at 11:41am — No Comments

The Bust: Milicic should blame the Pistons for bad rap

Perception isn’t always an unquestionable reality. The negative stigma that continues to shadow Darko Milicic rests completely away from the 7-footer’s basketball prowess and directly on the laps of Joe Dumars, Larry Brown and the entire Detroit Pistons organization. Sometimes the smartest guys in the room outthink themselves. Ba… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 30, 2009 at 9:18am — No Comments

D-Wade Owns Reddick, big rejection

Special shout to my man Ethan James over at NewsSports for bringing this vid to my attention. I love it when superstars hustle --- that kind of effort rubs off on the team all the way down to the biggest pine warmers. Unlike most from-the-back rejections Reddick never took his foot off the gas. Lang Lang.Greene@gmail.com… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 18, 2009 at 6:33am — No Comments

LeBron with a huge swat, Dalembert deserved it

Samuel Dalembert got exactly what he deserved. At 6’11 you’re never supposed to go up soft in the paint. This basic principle is even taught to the 5’8 centers in middle school leagues throughout the country. When you float weak garbage up, don’t be surprised to see it end up in the tenth row. The impact thud when LeBron connected reminded of one of those haymakers from the Rocky movies --- Apollo Creed, Ivan Drago, Clubber Lang --- you make the ca… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 17, 2009 at 8:00pm — No Comments

I told you, Orlando didn't need a Turkoglu - NBA Bark

To remix my man JT Money’s verse--- Aiy-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya who dat who dat who dat who dat who dat who dat who --- who needs a Hedo Turkoglu? Orlando GM Otis Smith looks like a real genius these days, but I remember over the summer hearing (reading) some very loud skeptics of the sign and trade deal that sent Turkoglu to the Toron… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 17, 2009 at 7:37pm — No Comments

Chris Dudley Running for Oregon Governor

News out of Portland is that former NBA center Chris Dudley has announced his candidacy for Governor of Oregon. He will compete for the Republican nomination. Reportedly his main focuses are going to war against a potential tax increase on the wealthy aimed at boosting state revenue and reducing the cost of the Public Employees Retirement System.… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 17, 2009 at 5:53pm — No Comments

The Ship be sinking, these teams are in trouble

Playoff berths and championships aren’t earned in the preseason. Looking at these teams is a humbling reminder that early season favorites can/will disappoint. Wins aren’t accumulated by how good guys’ names look on paper … the ship be sinking folks. Toronto Raptors The Raptors are 10.5 games behind the Atlantic Division leading Boston… Continue

Added by Lang Greene on December 16, 2009 at 9:00pm — No Comments

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