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Richard Hardy Archive

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NBA MVP Watch: April 18th

April 18, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the final NBA MVP watch for the 2012-13 season.  »Read More

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Monroe, Drummond Forming Dynamic Duo

April 12, 2013

Despite another lottery-bound season, Pistons big men Greg Monroe and Andre Drummond give Detroit fans hope for the future.  »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: April 11th

April 11, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after 23 weeks of basketball. »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: April 4th

April 4, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after 22 weeks of basketball. »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: March 28th

March 28, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after 21 weeks of basketball. »Read More

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Cleveland Cavaliers: A Team on the Rise

March 24, 2013

With a core of young talent and financial flexibility, the Cleveland Cavaliers look to be a team on the verge of success.  »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

March 24, 2013

Unearthing the nonverbal NBA ... Does John Wall deserve a max contract? ... Can the HEAT catch the 71-72 Lakers? ... Are the Grizzlies better without Rudy Gay? ... And more! »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: March 21st

March 21, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after 20 weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More

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David West: Indiana Pacers’ Unsung Leader

March 20, 2013

David West may be the Indiana Pacers' most important player, which is why re-signing him should be the team's top priority this summer. »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: March 14th

March 14, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after 19 weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More

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Ranking the 2012-13 NBA Shooting Guards

March 12, 2013

With the 2012-13 season nearly complete, HOOPSWORLD ranks the top shooting guards based on their play this year.  »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

March 10, 2013

Houston Rockets thriving under the radar ... Will Kobe Bryant deliver on playoff promise? ... Roy Hibbert starting to prove his worth ... Can Ronnie Brewer make an impact on the Thunder? »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: March 7th

March 7, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after 18 weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More

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Knicks’ Iman Shumpert Looks Past Injury

March 5, 2013

After coming back from a torn ACL, New York Knicks guard Iman Shumpert is still trying to get back to where he was during his rookie season.  »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

March 3, 2013

Alex Kennedy looks at the 2013 free-agent class ... Harrison Barnes becoming defensive leader for Warriors ... The NBA's dead money dilemma ... Is LeBron James having the best season of his career? ... »Read More

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Matt Barnes Doesn’t Mind Being the “Villain”

March 2, 2013

The Clippers' Matt Barnes opens up about being the "villain", coming from the D-League and how the Clippers unity continues to grow stronger.  »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: February 28th

February 28, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after 17 weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

February 24, 2013

The 2013 NBA trade deadline deals that didn't happen ... The biggest questions as the NBA hits the final stretch ... Did Houston land their next All-Star? ... The psychology of the NBA trade... »Read More

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2013 NBA Waiver Wire Watch

February 23, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at players who could potentially be signed by playoff teams looking to bolster their roster.  »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

February 17, 2013

Royce White begins D-League stint ... Is Dwight Howard exposed in LA? ... James Harden puts Houston on his back ... The pros and cons of trading Iman Shumpert ... And more! »Read More

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NBA All-Star Saturday Wrap-Up

February 17, 2013

NBA All-Star Saturday Night featured the D-League All-Star Game, Shooting Stars Challenge, Skills Challenge, Three-Point Contest and Slam Dunk Contest. »Read More

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Thompson Happy to be Back in Texas

February 15, 2013

Tristan Thompson discusses why he calls Texas his home away from home, the physicality of the NBA game and his admiration for Chris Bosh. »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: February 14th

February 14, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after fifteen weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

February 10, 2013

Who is the Coach of the Year thus far in the NBA? ... Is Marcin Gortat's time in Phoenix coming to an end? ... Can sports fans handle the truth? .. Which players... »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: February 7th

February 7, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after fourteen weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

February 3, 2013

HOOPSWORLD hands out mid-season awards ... Clippers finding ways to win without Chris Paul ... Should Allen Iverson take D-League job? .. Are the Oklahoma City Thunder better with Kevin Martin? ... And... »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: January 31st

January 31, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 MVP race after 13 weeks of NBA basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

January 27, 2013

HOOPSWORLD takes a look at entitlement in sports? ... Lakers still searching for their identity ... What will the Memphis Grizzlies do next? .. Would the Boston Celtics trade Paul Pierce? ... And... »Read More

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Gibson Fills Mentoring Role for Cavaliers

January 25, 2013

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Daniel Gibson is becoming a mentor to the young players on the team's roster.  »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: January 24th

January 24, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after 12 weeks of basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

January 20, 2013

Have the Knicks Found Their Groove? ... Alvin Gentry Fired by the Phoenix Suns ... Greg Oden Drawing Interest from NBA Teams .. What were the Best Offseason Moves? ... And more! »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: January 17th

January 17, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after eleven weeks of basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

January 13, 2013

Is DeMarcus Cousins worth the risk? ... Who's the NBA's Most Improved Player? ... Is the D-League impacting the NBA Draft? .. Can Jeremy Lamb and Perry Jones get minutes in OKC? ... And... »Read More

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Livingston Hopes to Call Cleveland Home

January 11, 2013

Has Shaun Livingston finally found a home with the Cleveland Cavaliers? »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: January 10th

January 10, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after ten weeks of basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

January 6, 2013

P.J. Carlesimo not implementing what he learned from Spurs? ... Was the Clippers' streak legit? ... Is J.J. Hickson poised for a payday this summer? ... And more! »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: January 3rd

January 3, 2013

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after nine weeks of basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

December 30, 2012

What's Next for the Brooklyn Nets? ... Will Derek Fisher Return to the Los Angeles Lakers? ... Detroit Pistons' Consistent Rookie ... And More! »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: December 27th

December 27, 2012

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after eight weeks of basketball. »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

December 23, 2012

The Top 5 Disappointments of the Early NBA Season ... Is Omer Asik The NBA's Most Surprising Player? ... What Stars Could Be Moved Before the Trade Deadline? ... Kevin Martin Wants to Remain... »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: December 20th

December 20, 2012

HOOPSWORLD looks at the 2012-13 NBA MVP race after seven weeks of basketball. »Read More

HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

December 16, 2012

Is Jeremy Lin An All-Star? .. What Is The Key To Anthony's Success? .. Will Bynum Ever Play For The 76ers? .. And More! »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

December 9, 2012

Knicks Success Validates Blueprint .. Which Free Agents Are Next To Sign? .. Who Are The NBA's Deepest Teams? .. And More! »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: December 6th

December 6, 2012

HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP race after the fifth week of the NBA season.  »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

December 2, 2012

A psychologist's view on the Royce White situation, David Stern's decision on Gregg Popovich, the market for Pau Gasol, rookie of the year watch and more! »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: November 29th

November 29, 2012

HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP after the fourth week of the NBA season.  »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: November 22nd

November 22, 2012

Welcome to week three of HOOPSWORLD’s weekly MVP watch. For the third week in a row we have a new number one on our list. Familiar faces are starting to solidify their spots in... »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

November 18, 2012

How Do NBA Coaches Manage Ego? ... Is Landry Fields A Bust In Toronto? ... What Coaches Are On The Hot Seat? ... And More!  »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: November 15th

November 15, 2012

HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP race after the second week of the NBA season. »Read More

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NBA MVP Watch: November 8th

November 8, 2012

HOOPSWORLD's takes a look at the 2012-13 MVP race after the first week of the NBA season. »Read More

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November 4, 2012

Did Kevin Martin See Trade Coming? .. What Players Could Be Dealt Before Trade Deadline? .. Who's the Best in the West? .. And More! »Read More

HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

October 21, 2012

How Long Will Andrew Bynum Be Out? .. Can Goran Dragic Replace Steve Nash? .. Is Ty Lawson Nearing an Extension With Denver? .. And much more! »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

October 7, 2012

Rooting for Royce White... Will new places in new faces fit in... Harden expects an extension to get done and more!  »Read More

HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

September 16, 2012

Bill Ingram takes asks if Michael Jordan was selfish... Steve Kyler takes a look at coaches on the hot seat and teams ready to break out of the basement... And much more!  »Read More

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HOOPSWORLD Week In Review

September 9, 2012

HOOPSWORLD looks back on the biggest stories of the week in the NBA. »Read More

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    stevekylerNBAstevekylerNBA: RT @kevinbarreto407: ---> I think Burke is in for a tough night on Draft night... If the Pelicans pass on him, he could really tumble.
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    stevekylerNBAstevekylerNBA: RT @kevinbarreto407: I think Burke is a better fit but Mclemore has all the talent in the world ---> Not high on Burke at the next level.
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