By Andrew Holman | Sports Editor A 12-15 record following the All-Star Break. Four straight losses to end the regular season. A frantic roster shuffle right before season’s end. A mere 3.5 point winning margin so far in the playoffs against a No. 7 seed. None of these represent signs of a team ready to compete for an NBA title. But maybe the Cleveland Cavaliers … Continue reading Don’t be fooled, the Cavs are poised to repeat
By Adam Lindner | Asst. Sports Editor No professional sports league relies on the successes and sensational highlights of certain individuals quite like the NBA does. In a game that casts a spotlight upon its superstars, fans tend to notice when stars are missing. Because of the importance of these individuals, much of the conversation surrounding the league recently has shifted to stars resting rather … Continue reading NBA seeks to end resting issue, re-energize regular season
By Adam Lindner | Staff Writer With the 2016 NBA season set to commence this week, the eyes of many will be transfixed on Kevin Durant’s highly anticipated debut as a Warrior. While this is possibly the most captivating move in the history of NBA free agency, this offseason was littered with many other marquee names relocating as well. The same night that Durant debuted, … Continue reading The 2016-17 NBA Preview: Will the Cleveland Cavaliers defend their NBA title? Will the Warriors get revenge? Will an underdog emerge?
By Joseph Sykes and Andrew Holman With the 2015-16 NBA season already underway, The Duke’s sports staff takes a look at which teams can make a run to the Finals. Western Conference The NBA’s Western Conference is now on a roll. Two back-to-back league titles have proven that its team-based style of play trumps the East’s star-driven approach to winning games. Heading into the 2015-16 … Continue reading 2015 NBA Season Preview
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