Archive for March, 2012

And Up they Go (Risers in the Draft) The NCAA tournament is the ultimate showcase for an NBA caliber player to prove that they have what it takes to truly make it in the pros and be a difference maker. Every year, scores of prospects perform on the biggest stage and by their tournament performances [...]

Most have pegged this year’s MVP race as a two-man derby, between Lebron James and Kevin Durant, however this season has one clear MVP, Lebron James. Love him or hate him, the man is the most physically blessed and athletically gifted player in the league. At the same time Lebron is having one of the [...]

NBA Trades Grades

Posted: March 14, 2012 in Uncategorized

An opinion on every NBA, before the deadline. 1. Milwaukee Bucks trade Andrew Bogut and Stephen Jackson to the Golden State Warriors for Monte Ellis, Ekpe Udoh and Kwame Brown Milwaukee Bucks: Losing Bogut hurts, but it was well known that he was going to get traded at some point. First off, Udoh is a [...]

 1. Kyrie Irving: Cleveland Cavaliers- 1st Pick – Irving is the runaway favorite for Rookie of the Year and it is not hard to see why. He has been better than advertised and has an outstanding offensive skill set. He is already an excellent shooter, but is also extremely gifted when it comes to getting [...]

 The Slam Dunk contest used to be a superstar filled spectacle, where fans were dazzled by the best athletes in the world, showcasing their talents and genuinely relishing the whole experience. From Erving, to Michael, to Dominique, to Carter, to Howard, to Chase Budinger? Really, Chase Budinger, Paul George, Jeremy Evans and Derrick Williams is [...]

Completely New Site

Posted: March 5, 2012 in Uncategorized

There is a completely new Hoopstuff, as it is now theHOOPSTUFF.com, with a new design (that is a work in progress) and we are now proudly part of sportspagenetwork.com. Thanks for the read. – Mike Elworth, Publisher, theHOOPSTUFF.com

Mid-Way Power Rankings

Posted: March 3, 2012 in Uncategorized

1. Miami Heat The way the Heat are playing, they have to be considered the favorites to win the title. With Lebron James having his best season yet and one of the best seasons of the last twenty years, the Heat are unbeatable when they play up to their abilities. Along with fellow stars, Dwayne [...]