On May 3rd, 2007, the 'We Believe' Warriors pulled off one of the greatest playoff upsets in NBA history, sending the Dallas Mavericks fishing in the first round of the playoffs.
Read MoreFor so many, the NBA is an escape -- a cultural staple that we could tune into no matter what is happening in our personal lives. Rain or shine, good day or bad day, we knew that we could welcome the world’s biggest hoop stars into our living rooms every night from October to June.
Then Rudy Gobert tested positive for COVID-19. Video of his carelessness went viral and the threat of the coronavirus became apparent; the fact that unnecessary risk puts everyone -- even a rich and famous 27-year-old athlete -- in harm’s way.
Read MoreThe increasing spread of COVID-19 was officially deemed a “pandemic” by the World Health Organization on Wednesday, and the crisis continues to affect many worldwide. Employees are being asked to work from home, schools are being closed for the near future, and it seems every aspect of daily life has been stirred.
The NBA is not exempt from responding to the rising coronavirus crisis, and a significant response came from the league with the announcement that the Golden State Warriors would be playing their home games, starting tomorrow night, with closed doors to the fans.
Read MoreBefore long, many will look back at this season as a blessing a disguise, as a means for finding the next pieces for the future. The Golden State Warriors might have their starting center in Marquese Chriss, they have a much-needed wing player in Andrew Wiggins, and are slowly building depth throughout the roster. All key moves made in a “gap year.”
Read MoreRemember in high school, when the playoffs would start, and you would notice a string of kids at the end of the bench-- seeming out place with oversized jerseys on.
Read MoreWhat a week it was around the association. The Knicks showed us how they knick-- the Giannis Harden beef intensified, and the Warriors finished the week with a winning record.
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