Archive for February, 2010
The NBA’s CBA Could Learn a Lot From the NFL’s, and Vice Versa
Both the NBA and NFL are both threatening lockouts in 2011 after their respective CBAs expire. And they might be able to prevent it by learning a few things from each other.
The Perils (and Perks) of Plus-Minus in the NBA
We know LeBron means a lot to the Cavs. But how much does Anderson Varejao mean? HTWS turns to plus-minus to find out.
The Clippers’ Season is Over, But There’s a Huge Silver Lining
The Clippers may be canceling their playoff travel plans for this year, but there’s some serious reasons to look forward to next year. All is not lost.
By the Numbers: To Foul, or Not to Foul (When Up By Three)
Should you foul your opponent when you’re up by three points at the end of the game? By the Numbers breaks down the facts and figures.
Decimated: How the Cavaliers and Blazers Are Dealing With Injuries
Conventional NBA wisdom holds that a team needs a few short guys and a few tall players to be successful. How To Watch Sports checks in with Cleveland Cavaliers analyst Roger Pimentel and Portland Trail Blazers analyst Sam Orme to explore these two teams who have been ravaged by injuries, losing their small guys and big guys, respectively.
By the Numbers: Could Greg Oden Be As Good As Kevin Durant?
Kevin Durant has been tearing up the league this year. Greg Oden hasn’t. But despite all the injuries, are these two talented players as far apart as you might think?
Colts or Patriots? Breaking Down the NFL’s Best in the 2000s
Now that the full decade of the 2000s in the NFL is in the books, it’s time for a look back. Which franchise was best over the last ten years?
Drew Brees Was Great, But He’s Not the Saints’ MVP
Drew Brees had a tremendous game, but if you look a little deeper, the Saints’ oft-overlooked offensive line is a big reason for their success.
Looking for an All-Star Reserve? Why Not Andre Miller?
Chris Paul is out with a knee injury, so who takes his place on the All-Star team? It could be Chauncey Billups or Monta Ellis…but what about Andre Miller?
