Top 5 Facial Dunks in the Conference Finals thus far...
#5 Udonis Haslem on Keith Bogans
The old man still has some bounce left in his step. Just ask Keith Bogans for confirmation.
#4 Chris Bosh on Carlos Boozer
Chris Bosh just Boshin' it on Carlos Boozer!
#3 Taj Gibson on Omer Asik
Taj Gibson with no regard for human life, even dunking it on his own team mate!
#2 Taj Gibson on Dwyane Wade
Look up posterize in the dictionary and they'll give you a link to this Youtube video.
#1 Kevin Durant on Brendan Haywood
The Durantula doing it straight filthy on Brendan Haywood.
Friday, May 20, 2011
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Mid Post-Season Awards
Derrick Rose has been crowned MVP of the regular season and Blake Griffin has been unanimously voted Rookie of the Year. This years batch of season award holders definitely earned their titles, but who deserves these accolades in the playoffs? I would like to do my own rendition of the regular season awards, but for the post season thus far. Here we go!
Most Improved Player
Jeff Teague, Atlanta Hawks
In the 1st round of the playoffs, Jeff Teague played a total of 9 minutes and 25 second but in the second round, he has averaged 40+ mpg. This is largely due in part to Kirk Hinrich's hamstring injury, but Teague has given the Hawks more than was expected with his spot in the starting line-up. Teague shot 20% in the 1st round but drastically improved his shooting in the 2nd round to 52%, averaging about 16 ppg. With Hinrich's injury coming at the most inopportune time when the Hawks needed his perimeter defense on Derrick Rose, Jeff Teague has held his own against the reigning MVP.
Rookie
Naturally in the playoffs, not many rookies are noticed, mostly due to lack of playing time and playoff experience, so I won't name any "Rookie of the Post Season." Instead, I'll just add this clip of this year's ROY, Blake Griffin. Enjoy.
Sixth Man
Jason Terry, Dallas Mavericks
Had to go with Jason Terry over Jamal Crawford on this one because of how well the Mavericks have been playing in the playoffs. Jason Terry is a Sixth Man of the Year candidate every year and that is because he plays the part so well. During the playoffs he has been averaging 18.3 ppg at 52.4% shooting. This is what you call instant and efficient offense off the bench. He played a big part in the sweep of the two-time defending champs, and tied a play-off record nine 3-pointers in Game 4 against the Lakers.
Defensive Player
Tyson Chandler, Dallas Mavericks
Marc Gasol, Serge Ibaka, and Tony Allen have been terrific defensively for their teams, but this pick goes to Tyson Chandler, largely because of his teams success in the playoffs. Chandler isn't getting 10+ rebounds or 4+ blocks a game, but his presence out in the paint is sure making a difference. The anchor and voice of the team's defense, he is like the Kevin Garnett of the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavericks have only allowed their opponents 88.2 ppg in the playoffs and that ranks them as one of the top defensive teams in the playoffs. Not only has he allowed his team to play better defense, he himself has played solid defense against some of the best bigs in the conference.
Coach
Lionel Hollins, Memphis Grizzlies
There has arguably not been a better coach in the post season than Lionel Hollins. He has led his Memphis Grizzlies to a stunning victory over the #1 ranked San Antonio Spurs and is doing a tremendous job of guiding his team against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Definitely one of the biggest surprises in the playoffs this year, this scrappy Grizzlies team has played very well, and much credit goes to Lionel Hollins. Not many people expected the Memphis Grizzlies to make a run for the title, but if they continue to succeed, the title may be up for grabs. It'll be up to Hollins' to continue to motivate and lead his team to victory over Scott Brooks and the Thunder.
MVP
Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas Mavericks
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have been great and Zach Randolph has played terrificly, but the MVP nod goes to Dirk Nowitzki. Leading his team to victories over the Portland Trailblazers and 2-time defending Champs, Los Angeles Lakers, Dirk has been playing some of the best basketball of his career. During the playoffs he is averaging 26.5 ppg and 8.4 rpg, which are both better than his regular season averages. Not to mention he has been quite efficient shooting about 90% from the charity stripe, 60% from beyond the arc and nearly 50% from the field. He has also been as clutch as they come shooting 50% and averaging 8.9 points in the 4th quarter. He is a perfect 4-4 from 3-point range in the 4th and he's hit quite a few daggers during the playoffs. He led his team to a 4-2 victory over Portland and a convincing sweep against Los Angeles. Check out some of the damage he did to the Lakers.
Most Improved Player
Jeff Teague, Atlanta Hawks
In the 1st round of the playoffs, Jeff Teague played a total of 9 minutes and 25 second but in the second round, he has averaged 40+ mpg. This is largely due in part to Kirk Hinrich's hamstring injury, but Teague has given the Hawks more than was expected with his spot in the starting line-up. Teague shot 20% in the 1st round but drastically improved his shooting in the 2nd round to 52%, averaging about 16 ppg. With Hinrich's injury coming at the most inopportune time when the Hawks needed his perimeter defense on Derrick Rose, Jeff Teague has held his own against the reigning MVP.
Rookie
Naturally in the playoffs, not many rookies are noticed, mostly due to lack of playing time and playoff experience, so I won't name any "Rookie of the Post Season." Instead, I'll just add this clip of this year's ROY, Blake Griffin. Enjoy.
Sixth Man
Jason Terry, Dallas Mavericks
Had to go with Jason Terry over Jamal Crawford on this one because of how well the Mavericks have been playing in the playoffs. Jason Terry is a Sixth Man of the Year candidate every year and that is because he plays the part so well. During the playoffs he has been averaging 18.3 ppg at 52.4% shooting. This is what you call instant and efficient offense off the bench. He played a big part in the sweep of the two-time defending champs, and tied a play-off record nine 3-pointers in Game 4 against the Lakers.
Defensive Player
Tyson Chandler, Dallas Mavericks
Marc Gasol, Serge Ibaka, and Tony Allen have been terrific defensively for their teams, but this pick goes to Tyson Chandler, largely because of his teams success in the playoffs. Chandler isn't getting 10+ rebounds or 4+ blocks a game, but his presence out in the paint is sure making a difference. The anchor and voice of the team's defense, he is like the Kevin Garnett of the Dallas Mavericks. The Mavericks have only allowed their opponents 88.2 ppg in the playoffs and that ranks them as one of the top defensive teams in the playoffs. Not only has he allowed his team to play better defense, he himself has played solid defense against some of the best bigs in the conference.
Coach
Lionel Hollins, Memphis Grizzlies
There has arguably not been a better coach in the post season than Lionel Hollins. He has led his Memphis Grizzlies to a stunning victory over the #1 ranked San Antonio Spurs and is doing a tremendous job of guiding his team against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Definitely one of the biggest surprises in the playoffs this year, this scrappy Grizzlies team has played very well, and much credit goes to Lionel Hollins. Not many people expected the Memphis Grizzlies to make a run for the title, but if they continue to succeed, the title may be up for grabs. It'll be up to Hollins' to continue to motivate and lead his team to victory over Scott Brooks and the Thunder.
MVP
Dirk Nowitzki, Dallas Mavericks
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have been great and Zach Randolph has played terrificly, but the MVP nod goes to Dirk Nowitzki. Leading his team to victories over the Portland Trailblazers and 2-time defending Champs, Los Angeles Lakers, Dirk has been playing some of the best basketball of his career. During the playoffs he is averaging 26.5 ppg and 8.4 rpg, which are both better than his regular season averages. Not to mention he has been quite efficient shooting about 90% from the charity stripe, 60% from beyond the arc and nearly 50% from the field. He has also been as clutch as they come shooting 50% and averaging 8.9 points in the 4th quarter. He is a perfect 4-4 from 3-point range in the 4th and he's hit quite a few daggers during the playoffs. He led his team to a 4-2 victory over Portland and a convincing sweep against Los Angeles. Check out some of the damage he did to the Lakers.
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