Tag Archives: NBA

Blair to play in Russia?

Posted on August 31, 2011 by joel

Former Pitt basketball standout Dejuan Blair may play professionally in Russia during the NBA lockout. Slam Online has the complete (and very short) story. Blair, 22, averaged 8.3 points and seven rebounds per game for the San Antonio Spurs last … Continue reading →

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Gibbs may have blown shot at NBA

Posted on August 25, 2011 by joel

Vacation article: This is a re-post from July 7th.  This year was Ashton Gibbs’ chance to be drafted. The opportunity to work his way into the NBA will never be presented in an easier fashion. Thirteen international players and 19 … Continue reading →

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Talk of NHL lockout unwarranted

Posted on July 28, 2011 by joel

With the NBA headed to its own lockout, the NHL has everything to gain. A total of 15 NBA teams share a market with NHL franchises. At least some of those fans who regularly tune into basketball coverage over next … Continue reading →

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Talent or experience, which is more valuable in college basketball?

Posted on July 27, 2011 by joel

Jamie Dixon’s squads typically are composed of experienced college basketball players. For a long stretch, having a super-talent in the mix like DeJuan Blair or Sam Young was simply a bonus. The college landscape, however, is changing. Seventeen one-and-done players … Continue reading →

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Pitt viewed unfavorably on national scale

Posted on July 6, 2011 by joel

Jamie Dixon and the Pitt Panthers have twice secured a number one seed in the NCAA tournament over the past four years. Alum DeJuan Blair recorded 50 points and 38 rebounds in the past two NBA rookie/sophomore games. Dave Wannstedt … Continue reading →

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NHL could be on verge of locking out

Posted on July 4, 2011 by joel

With the NBA and the NFL locked-out, the NHL has the perfect opportunity to generate a wider fan base. A chance such as this was thought unthinkable after the lockout six year’s ago. But, thanks to the collective bargaining agreement … Continue reading →

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Gil Brown signs professional contract

Posted on July 4, 2011 by joel

Going undrafted does not mean the end of professional basketball for a prospect–either across seas or in the NBA. Gil Brown was one of three eligible Panthers to not hear his name called on draft night, but his journey to the Association … Continue reading →

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Gil Brown may have future with the Celtics

Posted on June 26, 2011 by joel

Boston Celtics General Manager Danny Ainge has faith in Pitt prospect Gilbert Brown–at least enough to invite him to a tryout after NBA labor negotiations. Ray Fittipaldo of the Post-Gazette has more on Ainge’s interest with Brown.

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NBA Draft yields no Panthers

Posted on June 24, 2011 by joel

The trio of Pitt players waiting to hear their names called on Thursday night for the NBA Draft are still waiting. Gilbert Brown, Gary McGhee, and Brad Wanamaker all will have to earn their way into the NBA as undrafted … Continue reading →

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Pittsburgh’s own street ball legend

Posted on June 18, 2011 by joel

If you were like me, back in the early 2000′s the AND 1 Streetball Tour was awesome stuff. Little was known, however, about Pittsburgh’s own streetball legend–Lamar Castile. The Hill District native displayed the skills to play in the NBA … Continue reading →

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Brown preparing for NBA Draft

Posted on June 3, 2011 by joel

Pitt is not known as a program that produces NBA players every year. This year is no different. While seniors Gilbert Brown, Brad Wanamaker, and Gary McGhee all have a shot to be selected in the draft, it is likely … Continue reading →

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Wanamaker and the NBA draft

Posted on May 26, 2011 by joel

Brad Wanamaker and Dejuan Blair were part of the same class. Blair, an obvious NBA player from day one, left after only two seasons. Wanamaker’s rout was much different. The Pitt alum worked hard to even be considered for the … Continue reading →

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