NBA Buzzer Beaters
The Pickle Barrel's Eric Engberg checks in with some NBA thoughts as the Knicks continue to flounder and the Celtics seem to be wandering aimlessly into the playoffs.
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Amare Stoudemire, Basketball, Boston Celtics, Carmelo Anthony, Mike D'Antoni, NBA, New York Knicks
NBA: Tony Allen to Memphis
The Boston suffered a blow over the weekend when veteran guard Tony Allen, a key bench player, came to terms with the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizz get a solid veteran presence off the bench while the Celtics are left scrambling to fill a big hole on the bench.
Categories: 2010 Free Agency, Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boston Celtics, Memphis Grizzlies, NBA, NBA Free Agents, Tony Allen
NBA: Free Agency, News, Notes, And Updates
As day two of NBA free agency kicks off Eric Engberg checks in with some news, notes, and updates from some of the lesser known players around the league.
Categories: 2010 Free Agency, Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boston Celtics, Brad Miller, Charlotte Bobcats, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, David Lee, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Jordan Farmar, Los Angeles Lakers, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Mike Miller, NBA, NBA Free Agents, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Raymond Felton, Tyrus Thomas, Utah Jazz, Wesley Matthews
NBA: Free Agency, News, and Notes
The 2010 free agent frenzy is under way and Eric Engberg checks in with some thoughts on where some of the big names may end up going.
Categories: 2010 Free Agency, Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Altanta Hawks, Amare Stoudamire, Basketball, Boston Celtics, Carlos Boozer, Chicago Bulls, Chris Bosh, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, David Lee, Dirk Nowitzki, Dwyane Wade, Eddy Curry, Free Agents, Gilbert Arenas, Houston Rockets, Joe Johnson, John Salmons, LeBron James, Los Angeles Clippers, Miami Heat, NBA, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, Orlando Magic, Paul Pierce, Phoenix Suns, Ray Allen, Richard Jefferson, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Utah Jazz, Vince Carter, Washington Wizards, Where Will Chris Bosh Go, Where Will Dwyane Wade Go, Where Will LeBron Go, Where Will LeBron Sign
NBA: Breaking Down the First Round of the 2010 Draft
The 2010 NBA draft is in the books. Eric Engberg breaks down each of the 30 first round picks in last night's draft.
Categories: 2010 NBA Draft, Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: 2010 NBA Draft, Al-Farouq Aminu, Atlanta Hawks, Avery Bradley, Basketball, Boston Celtics, Chicago Bulls, Cole Aldrich, Craig Brackins, Damion James, Daniel Orton, DeMarcus Cousins, Derrick Favors, Detroit Pistons, Dominique Jones, Ed Davis, Ekpe Udoh, Elliot Williams, Eric Bledsoe, Evan Turner, Golden State Warriors, Gordon Hayward, Greg Monroe, Greivis Vasquez, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, James Anderson, John Wall, Jordan Crawford, Kevin Seraphin, Larry Sanders, Lazar Hayward, Los Angeles Clippers, Luke Babbit, Memphis Grizzlies, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, NBA, New Jersey Nets, New Orleans Hornets, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Patrick Patterson, Paul George, Philadelphia 76ers, Portland Trail Blazers, Quincy Pondexter, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs, Toronto Raptors, Trevor Booker, Utah Jazz, Washington Wizards, Wesley Johnson, Xavier Henry
Breaking Down the NBA Finals
The NBA Finals start this week and Eric Engberg is here to break down the important match ups as the Lakers and Cetlics prepare to square off yet again for the NBA Championship.
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Andrew Bynum, Basketball, Boston Celtics, Derek Fisher, Glen Davis, Jordan Farmar, Kendrick Perkins, Kevin Garnett, Kobe Bryant, Lamar Odom, Los Angeles Lakers, Nate Robinson, NBA, NBA Finals, Pau Gasol, Paul Pierce, Rajon Rondo, Rasheed Wallace, Ray Allen, Ron Artest, Shannon Brown, Tony Allen
Nate the Great Heading North?
Nate Robinson appears to be headed to the Boston Celtics as they look to add some scoring as well as back court depth. Is this the right move for a Celtics team that has faltered the past couple of weeks due to age and injuries?
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boston Celtics, Eddie House, Nate Robinson, NBA, New York Knicks, Trade Rumors
Celtics About to Swing Another Blockbuster Deal?
Are the rich about to get richer? There is a hot rumor circulating of a blockbuster deal that could vault the Celtics right back to the top of the Eastern Conference, and it won't cost them a lot.
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Antawn Jamison, Basketball, Boston Celtics, Brian Scalabrine, Caron Butler, J. R. Giddens, NBA, Ray Allen, Trade Rumors, Washington Wizards
Big Baby on the Move?
The Boston Celtics have been rumored to be interested in dealing Glen Davis since he punched out a car window over the summer and the rumors are heating up. Who are the Celtics talking to about a potential deal for Big Baby?
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Basketball, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Bobcats, D. J. Augustin, Glen Davis, NBA
NBA: Shots From Beyond the Arc
We are already one week into the NBA schedule and there are already some interesting goings on around the league. There are three unbeaten teams remaining and neither the Lakers or Magic are one of them. Carmelo is a man on a mission, there are a couple of teams off to surprising starts, and more.
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Aaron Brooks, Basketball, Boston Celtics, Carlos Boozer, Carmelo Anthony, Charlotte Bobcats, Chris Paul, Dahntay Jones, Danny Granger, Denver Nuggets, Eddie House, Emeka Okafor, Gerald Wallace, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Jarrett Jack, Kevin Garnett, Marquis Daniels, NBA, New Orleans Hornets, News, Notes, Paul Millsap, Paul Pierce, Phoenix Suns, Rasheed Wallace, Ray Allen, Roy Hibbert, Tracy McGrady, Trevor Ariza, Tyson Chandler, Utah Jazz, Yao Ming
NBA: Shots From Behind the Arc
As the NBA season ramps up and gets going this week I have had a few thoughts running through my head about the upcoming season. Here are some random thoughts and maybe a few predictions about the league as the season gets going this week. What are the elite teams in the league? Which players should fantasy owners keep an eye on? Which rookies are good fantasy bets and which ones should you stay away from?
Categories: Basketball, Fantasy Basketball, Sports Tags: Aaron Brooks, Al Harrington, Andrea Bargnani, Antonio McDyess, Basketball, Blake Griffin, Boston Celtics, Brook Lopez, Charlotte Bobcats, Chicago Bulls, Chris Bosh, Cleveland Cavaliers, David Lee, DeJuan Blair, Demar DeRozan, Denver Nuggets, Fantasy Basketball, Gerald Henderson, Golden State Warriors, Greg Oden, Hasheem Thabeet, Hedo Turkoglu, Houston Rockets, James Harden, Jeff Green, Jonny Flynn, Jordan Hill, Jrue Holiday, Kevin Durant, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Manu Ginobili, Marreese Speights, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Michael Beasley, Minnesota Timberwolves, Monta Ellis, NBA, Nenad Kristic, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia 76ers, Portland Trail Blazers, Richard Jefferson, Russell Westbrook, Ryan Anderson, Sacramento Kings, San Antonio Spurs, Stephen Curry, Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Toronto Raptors, Ty Lawson, Tyreke Evans
NBA: Free Agency Update
As a follow up to the Top Free Agents available post there are some news and nuggets surrounding Raymond Felton, Andre Miller, and Glenn Davis. Three interesting players who seem to have trouble finding someone to give them the type of deals they are looking for.
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: 2009 NBA Free Agency, Andre Miller, Basketball, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Bobcats, Glenn Davis, NBA, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Ray Felton, Raymond Felton
2009 NBA Free Agency Preview
July 1 marks the beginning of free agency in the NBA. This year's market is not nearly as ballyhooed as next year's looks to be but there are still some guys out there who can help other teams. The Pickle is here to preview this year's free agent market.
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Al Harrington, Allen Iverson, Anderson Varejao, Andre Miller, Atlanta Hawks, Basketball, Ben Gordon, Boston Celtics, Channing Frye, Charlie Villanueva, Charlotte Bobcats, Chicago Bulls, Cleveland Cavaliers, Dallas Mavericks, David Lee, Detroit Pistons, Eddy Curry, Free Agency, Glenn Davis, Golden State Warriors, Hedo Turkoglu, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Jamaal Tinsley, Jarrett Jack, Jason Kidd, Jerry Stackhouse, Josh Childress, Jrue Holiday, Kevin Garnett, Kobe Bryant, Lamar Odom, Los Angeles Lakers, Marvin Williams, Mike Bibby, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Nate Robinson, NBA, New York Knicks, Oklahoma City Thunder, Orlando Magic, Paul Milsap, Philadelphia 76ers, Portland Trail Blazers, Ramon Sessions, Rashad McCants, Rasheed Wallace, Raymond Felton, Ron Artest, Sacramento Kings, Shawn Marion, T. J. Ford, Toronto Raptors, Trevor Ariza, Utah Jazz
Breaking Down the 2009 NBA Draft
The 2009 NBA draft is in the books and the Pickle has the breakdown on how each team fared in the draft. Check out who the Pickle thinks got better and who could have done better.
Categories: 2009 NBA Draft, Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: A. J. Price, Ahmad Nivins, Amare Stoudamire, Atlanta Hawks, Austin Daye, B. J. Mullens, Ben Gordon, Blake Griffin, Boston Celtics, Brandon Jennings, Charlotte Bobcats, Chase Budinger, Chauncy Billups, Chicago Bulls, Chinemelu Elonu, Chris Paul, Christian Eyenga, Cleveland Cavaliers, Courtney Lee, Dallas Mavericks, Danny Green, Dante Cunningham, Darren Collison, DeJuan Blair, DeJuan Summers, Demar DeRozan, Demarre Carroll, Denver Nuggets, Derrick Brown, Detroit Pistons, Earl Clark, Eddie House, Emir Preldzic, Eric Maynor, Gerald Henderson, Golden State Warriors, Goran Suton, Hasheem Thabeet, Henk Norel, Houston Rockets, Indiana Pacers, Jack McClinton, Jamal Crawford, James Harden, James Johnson, Jeff Green, Jeff Pendergraph, Jeff Teague, Jermaine Taylor, Jodie Meeks, Joe Johnson, Jonas Jerebko, Jonny Flynn, Jordan Hill, Jrue Holiday, Kevin Durant, Kevin Martin, Kirk Hinrich, Lester Hudson, Los Angeles Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers, Marcus Camby, Marcus Thornton, Memphis Grizzlies, Miami Heat, Mike Bibby, Mike Miller, Milwaukee Bucks, Minnesota Timberwolves, Monta Ellis, Nando De Colo, New Jersey Nets, New Orleans Hornets, New York Knicks, Nick Calathes, Oklahoma City Thunder, Omri Casspi, Patrick Beverley, Patrick Mills, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Portland Trail Blazers, Randy Foye, Ricky Rubio, Robert Dozier, Rodrique Beaubois, Roy Hibbert, Russell Westbrook, Sacramento Kings, Sam Young, San Antonio Spurs, Sergio Llull, Sergiy Gladyr, Stephen Curry, Taj Gibson, Taylor Griffin, Tayshaun Prince, Terrence Williams, Tim Duncan, Toney Douglas, Toronto Raptors, Ty Lawson, Tyler Hansbrough, Tyreke Evans, Tyrus Thomas, Utah Jazz, Victor Claver, Washington Wizards, Wayne Ellington, Zach Randolph
Shaq on the Move Again; Crawford Going to the ATL?; Brand on the Block?
96xyuvm5ir Shaq is on the move again this time going to Cleveland. Jamal Crawford is rumored to be on the move again as well as trade talks heat up between the Hawks and Warriors. Danny Ainge continues to take shots at Rajon Rondo and Elton Brand and Tracy McGrady are said to be on the block. 96xyuvm5ir
Categories: Basketball, NBA, Sports Tags: Acie Law, Ainge takes shots at Rondo, Amare Stoudamire, Atlanta Hawks, Basketball, Ben Wallace, Boston Celtics, Charlotte Bobcats, Cleveland Cavaliers, Crawford going to Atlanta, D. J. Augustin, Danny Ainge, Dwight Howard, Elton Brand, Elton Brand on the trading block, Golden State Warriors, Houston Chronicle, Houston Rockets, Jamal Crawford, Joe Johnson, Kevin Garnett, Mike Bibby, NBA, Orlando Magic, Philadelphia Inquirer, Phoenix Suns, Rajon Rondo, Raymond Felton, Samuel Dalembert, Sasha Pavlovic, Shaq, Shaq traded to Cleveland, Shaquille O'Neal, Speedy Claxton, Steve Nash, Thaddeus Young, Tracy McGrady, Tracy McGrady on the trading block
