O’Connell: Western Conference Playoff Predictions Through 3 Weeks
November 8, 2019
Kyle O’Connell shares his playoff predictions for the Western Conference with three weeks of the NBA season in the books.
Tag: Portland Trail Blazers
NBA Northwest Division Preview
October 2, 2019
The regular season is almost here! I personally can’t wait and here at The Scorecrow, we’re going to break down each team based on division. You won’t want to miss these articles. So be on the lookout for your favorite team and what we think about them. This article is going to look at the Northwest Division including the Minnesota Timberwolves, Denver Nuggets, Portland Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Utah Jazz. This division was interesting last year but during the offseason, some recent moves made it even more interesting. Let’s jump right in!
Predicting and Ranking the Top 10 NBA Starting Fives for 2019-20
July 23, 2019
The NBA has an entirely different look this season. What could the best starting fives in the league look like, and where do they rank?
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Trail Blazers sign Damian Lillard to four-year, $196 million extension
June 30, 2019
Ahead of the opening of free agency tonight, the Portland Trail Blazers and Damian Lillard quickly hashed out a four-year super-max extension worth $196 million, writes Tyler Barger.
The 5 Most Underrated Championship Teams in NBA History
June 25, 2019
There’s been a lot of forgotten or looked over champions in NBA History, so today I’ll jog your memories on some of the most impressive but looked over Championship teams and why they’re so looked over. These teams were both underrated on their way to the championship and are still underrated to this day or just flat out forgotten.
Playoff Preview: Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers
May 14, 2019
The Golden State Warriors fought off a feisty Houston Rockets team in six games while the Portland Trail Blazers used their shooting to get past the Nuggets in seven games to get to the Western Conference Finals. Injuries have opened up this series and it may be closer than initially thought. Both teams are capable of putting up offensive fireworks giving them both a shot at the NBA Finals, here’s a look at how.
The Unlikeliest of X-Factors
May 14, 2019
The series between Portland and Denver that just wrapped up should easily be remembered as one of the closest, most well-fought series in recent memory. Two moments seem very likely to really stand the test of time and be pointed to as defining stages of the battle between the two Northwest Division pseudo-rivals.
The Best (Non-Finals) Day in NBA History?
May 13, 2019
What a day. Seriously. And I’m not just saying that as a Blazers fan.
Playoff Preview: Denver Nuggets vs. Portland Trail Blazers
April 29, 2019
Two teams that continue to surprise from the beginning of the season even to now as we get into the Western Conference Semifinals are facing off in the second round of the Western Conference Playoffs. The Nuggets find themselves in a place the franchise hasn’t been in a decade, the second round. It wasn’t a pretty series, but they now have the playoff experience that they lacked after going seven games and getting past the San Antonio Spurs. The Portland Trail Blazers are another team that is seeming to get hot at the right time. Damian Lillard is looking nearly unstoppable – watch his game five buzzer beater over Paul George to win the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder if you need an example. CJ McCollum is healthy and playing well. Those two playing well together is making them one of the most dangerous backcourt duos in the league today. These two teams are divisional rivals and always play competitive and spirited games every time the two teams are on the court. Here’s what to expect in this matchup of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Have the Thunder reached their Ceiling?
April 22, 2019
We keep waiting for the post-Kevin Durant Oklahoma City Thunder to become true contenders, but their hopes of a title are, if anything, dwindling by the year. And after a season which once promised so much, they find themselves on the brink of a third consecutive first round playoff exit. So, is this who OKC are?
Player Spotlight: C.J. McCollum
April 17, 2019
C.J. McCollum is one of the best shooting guards in the NBA. But how did he get there?
Notable Facts and Figures from the Playoffs’ Opening Weekend
April 15, 2019
The playoffs are only just underway, but after a wild opening weekend, a few interesting statistics have emerged. With each team having played their first game of the postseason, what can be learned, or ignored, by the numbers from the eight exciting game ones?
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O’Connell: Western Conference Playoff Predictions Through 3 Weeks
Kyle O’Connell shares his playoff predictions for the Western Conference with three weeks of the NBA season in the books.
November 8, 2019
NBA Northwest Division Preview
The regular season is almost here! I personally can’t wait and here at The Scorecrow, we’re going to break down each team based on division. You won’t want to miss these articles. So be on the lookout for your favorite team and what we think about them. This article is going to look at the Northwest Division including the Minnesota Timberwolves, Denver Nuggets, Portland Trail Blazers, Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Utah Jazz. This division was interesting last year but during the offseason, some recent moves made it even more interesting. Let’s jump right in!
October 2, 2019
Exclusives
Predicting and Ranking the Top 10 NBA Starting Fives for 2019-20
The NBA has an entirely different look this season. What could the best starting fives in the league look like, and where do they rank?
July 23, 2019
Trail Blazers sign Damian Lillard to four-year, $196 million extension
Ahead of the opening of free agency tonight, the Portland Trail Blazers and Damian Lillard quickly hashed out a four-year super-max extension worth $196 million, writes Tyler Barger.
June 30, 2019
The 5 Most Underrated Championship Teams in NBA History
There’s been a lot of forgotten or looked over champions in NBA History, so today I’ll jog your memories on some of the most impressive but looked over Championship teams and why they’re so looked over. These teams were both underrated on their way to the championship and are still underrated to this day or just flat out forgotten.
June 25, 2019
Playoff Preview: Golden State Warriors vs Portland Trail Blazers
The Golden State Warriors fought off a feisty Houston Rockets team in six games while the Portland Trail Blazers used their shooting to get past the Nuggets in seven games to get to the Western Conference Finals. Injuries have opened up this series and it may be closer than initially thought. Both teams are capable of putting up offensive fireworks giving them both a shot at the NBA Finals, here’s a look at how.
May 14, 2019
The Unlikeliest of X-Factors
The series between Portland and Denver that just wrapped up should easily be remembered as one of the closest, most well-fought series in recent memory. Two moments seem very likely to really stand the test of time and be pointed to as defining stages of the battle between the two Northwest Division pseudo-rivals.
May 14, 2019
The Best (Non-Finals) Day in NBA History?
What a day. Seriously. And I’m not just saying that as a Blazers fan.
May 13, 2019
Playoff Preview: Denver Nuggets vs. Portland Trail Blazers
Two teams that continue to surprise from the beginning of the season even to now as we get into the Western Conference Semifinals are facing off in the second round of the Western Conference Playoffs. The Nuggets find themselves in a place the franchise hasn’t been in a decade, the second round. It wasn’t a pretty series, but they now have the playoff experience that they lacked after going seven games and getting past the San Antonio Spurs. The Portland Trail Blazers are another team that is seeming to get hot at the right time. Damian Lillard is looking nearly unstoppable – watch his game five buzzer beater over Paul George to win the series against the Oklahoma City Thunder if you need an example. CJ McCollum is healthy and playing well. Those two playing well together is making them one of the most dangerous backcourt duos in the league today. These two teams are divisional rivals and always play competitive and spirited games every time the two teams are on the court. Here’s what to expect in this matchup of the Western Conference Semifinals.
April 29, 2019
Have the Thunder reached their Ceiling?
We keep waiting for the post-Kevin Durant Oklahoma City Thunder to become true contenders, but their hopes of a title are, if anything, dwindling by the year. And after a season which once promised so much, they find themselves on the brink of a third consecutive first round playoff exit. So, is this who OKC are?
April 22, 2019
Player Spotlight: C.J. McCollum
C.J. McCollum is one of the best shooting guards in the NBA. But how did he get there?
April 17, 2019
Notable Facts and Figures from the Playoffs’ Opening Weekend
The playoffs are only just underway, but after a wild opening weekend, a few interesting statistics have emerged. With each team having played their first game of the postseason, what can be learned, or ignored, by the numbers from the eight exciting game ones?
April 15, 2019
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#Chiefs and QB @PatrickMahomes have agreed to a two-year contract extension, tying him to Kansas City through the 2033 season at a total value of $504.75 million, per @AdamSchefter and @RapSheet.
Beginning in 2027, when the new money kicks in, the deal will average $64 million
Kansas City Chiefs LT JOSH SIMMONS: THE NEXT LEVEL! Breaking Out in Year 2 📈 #Chiefs #ChiefsKingdom #JoshSimmons #NFL
#Chiefs and OT Wanya Morris have agreed to explore trade options, per @JFowlerESPN.
Morris, who has 16 career starts over three seasons in Kansas City, is reportedly looking for an opportunity for more playing time. With the Chiefs currently holding solid tackle depth behind
#Chiefs CB Nohl Williams on the return of L’Jarius Sneed:
On if he has met Sneed or watched him play:
"For sure, I've watched him throughout my college career. He's a good cornerback... addition to our defense, addition to our DB room. I haven't talked to him yet, but I'm
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