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Three Important Takeaways From Game 6

by Benjamin Cantor

Jun 17, 2015 9:38 PM

A replication of Game 4, speed kills again for the Warriors and a final wrap on the 2015 NBA Finals. Read more »

Tags: Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, NBA

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Three Important Takeaways From Game 5

by Benjamin Cantor

Jun 15, 2015 9:50 PM

On David Blatt going small without Timofey Mozgov, a tale of two halves and a vintage Stephen Curry performance in the fourth quarter. Read more »

Tags: Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, NBA

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Three Important Takeaways From Game 4

by Benjamin Cantor

Jun 13, 2015 4:33 PM

The Warriors found success in speed defeating size, while they also made the "other guys" on the Cavaliers beat them. Read more »

Tags: Cleveland Cavaliers, Golden State Warriors, NBA

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Three Important Takeaways From Game 3

by Benjamin Cantor

Another high impact game for Matthew Dellavedova, Cleveland's defense preventing Curry and Thompson from going off, and how the Warriors came alive late with David Lee. Read more »
Three Important Takeaways From Game 2

by Benjamin Cantor

On Matthew Dellavedova's defense, the Cavaliers controlling the pace to limit Golden State's transition offense and whether LeBron has enough help on defense. Read more »
Three Important Takeaways From Game 1

by Benjamin Cantor

On LeBron James' isolations and heavy usage, Stephen Curry's pick-and-rolls and the bench scoring of Marreese Speights. Read more »
Finals Preview: Warriors' Offense Vs. Cavaliers' Defense

by Benjamin Cantor

All season long, the Warriors have thrived at producing and making open 3s. If they can maintain a similar level of proficiency against a newly stout Cavalier three-point defense, their title chances look very strong. Read more »
Finals Preview: Cavs' Offense Vs. Warriors' Defense

by Benjamin Cantor

Golden State's personnel and scheme match up well against LeBron James' preferred playing style of using isolations and pick-and-rolls to get inside. LeBron will need to get to the rim and draw fouls for the Cavs to score efficiently. Read more »
Raptors Look To Build Upon Top-10 Efficiency On Both Sides Of Floor

by Benjamin Cantor

Retaining the core of a 48-win team and solidifying the bench were the themes of the Raptors' offseason. A committed defense, offensive familiarity, and strong depth have Toronto set up for another successful regular season. Read more »
Reviewing Brooklyn's 2014 Offseason

by Benjamin Cantor

Outside of the Jason Kidd saga, the Nets experienced a relatively quiet offseason. Their lack of cap flexibility made it difficult for them to add any impactful players and even retain their own free agents. The loss of two key contributors and the injury-riddled histories of their star players could cause the Nets to struggle to make the 2015 Playoffs. Read more »
The Three-Team Race For Eighth

by Benjamin Cantor

The Knicks, Hawks and Cavaliers in an intriguing three-team race for the eighth seed. Here is how they have managed to remain in the hunt in difficult seasons. Read more »
'Big' Decisions For Scott Brooks

by Benjamin Cantor

If Scott Brooks continues to be indisposed to the idea of “small ball” and playing Kevin Durant at the 4, he would be wise to give more minutes to Nick Collison while Kendrick Perkins is injured. Read more »
The Harrison Barnes Dilemma For Golden State

by Benjamin Cantor

Harrison Barnes’ play this season has turned one of the Warriors’ expected advantages into a weakness. If Barnes continues to struggle, the Warriors might have a tough time contending in the Western Conference, especially if they suffer another injury. Read more »
How Clippers Can Enter Defensive Elite

by Benjamin Cantor

Doc Rivers has helped the Griffin-Jordan frontcourt improve defensively. The Clippers' major problems on defense this season have occurred when Jordan is on the bench. As the trade deadline approaches, the Clippers should consider shopping for a backup big man who can play defense. Read more »
Kings Lacking Commitment To Long-Term Rebuilding Process

by Benjamin Cantor

Sacramento should have two main goals for the next few seasons. The first is to develop its young players, while emphasizing ball movement and defense. The second is to acquire two high lottery picks with the intent of drafting a superstar caliber young player. Trading for Rudy Gay was counterproductive to both of these goals. Read more »
Behind The Wizards' Trade For Marcin Gortat

by Benjamin Cantor

Not trading for Marcin Gortat would have all but guaranteed that the Wizards continued to be a losing organization. This trade shows that the Wizards are tired of losing and they are committed to making the playoffs regardless of long-term implications. Read more »