1. The New York Knickerbockers: Where do we begin? This is my number one pick and I couldn't even predict this dysfunction. If it weren't for the rivaling ineptitude across the East River with the Brooklyn Nets, the Knicks' drama might never make it off the New York Post back pages. In case you've been in a cave since October, here's what's gone down for James Dolan's squad:
- Carmelo may leave via free agency. Come on Carmelo, what's not to like in New York? Only Jim Boeheim, Carmelo's college coach, could achieve less with more talent than Jason Kidd and Mike Woodson.
- Chris Smith (J.R.'s brother) has a contract with the team. The same Chris Smith that hasn't averaged double figures since his sophomore year at Manhattan (not in two years at Louisville or 1+ years in the NBADL).
- J.R. Smith shoots a lower percentage than the fans they bring out for half court shots at half time in OKC.
- Iman Shumpert is the one young guy they have that defends and has potential to improve, and he's been floated in trade talks with everyone. Makes you wonder if Edward Snowden is in charge of the Knicks Management's media relations. Everyone got a good laugh out of the Knicks thinking they could land Kenneth Faried or Rondo. Aim high!
- Raymond Felton may eat himself out of New York again.
- Andrea Bargnani hasn't been too bad. He even stood up to fake tough guy KG.
- Metta World Peace and Kenyon Martin had it out, allegedly. Apparently, they're both ardent supporters of their favorite pasta.
When Metta World Peace doesn't crack your starting five of crazy, then you're doing something right. Keep it up, Knicks! New blog post idea: Mt. Rushmore of Spoiled, Egotistical, Meddlesome Owners - How about James Dolan, Jim Irsay, Dan Snyder and Jerry Jones to start?
2. Michael Beasley!: Mike's recovered nicely from his self-inflicted head trauma in the preseason and has looked more like the Mike at Kansas State than Mike the Minnesota Timberwolf. Mike's Per 36 minute averages are off the charts. How about 23.2 points and 8.2 boards on .500 three point, .554 two point, and .769 free throw percentages? Free Mike!
3. Riggin' for Wiggins: Who will be the number one pick in this year's draft is a topic for another blog post, but our favorites for the most ping pong balls didn't get the memo. Phoenix, Philly and Boston have exceeded expectations, by leaps and bounds. Utah looks to be the leader in the clubhouse for the most ping pong balls. They're posturing for the Mormon Mamba, Jabari Parker!
4. Javale McGee's Increased Minutes: Javale went down in early November with a stress fracture in his tibia. Best wishes to Javale for a speedy recovery. The 'Not Top 10' hasn't been the same without him!
5. The Great Dwight Hype/Redemption Tour: The consensus is that the Rockets signed a better version of the Lakers' Dwight and maybe 75% of the Magic Dwight. If Houston cuts down any nets, it will be because James Harden decided to start playing defense and leads the team to a championship. Circle your calendars, Wednesday January 8, 2014, Lakers at Houston. Trust that it's circled on Kobe's calendar.
Good to be back on BDL. We'll check back in at the All-Star break. Until then, enjoy the insanity!
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