Hoops Links News & Rumors

Every Sunday, we link to some of the very best work from around the basketball blogosphere. Do you have a link to a great basketball blog post – either your own or someone else’s – that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors? Then you should send it to us at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s rundown…

• Out Loud Culture wonders if the Nets have a plan to rebuild.
• The Hardwood Nation says the Kings are one of the offseason’s big winners.
• The Love Of Hoops rated the best backcourts in the NBA.
• Beyond 339 looked at big data in NBA stadiums.
• Piston Powered was on hand for a Detroit open practice.
• Liberty Ballers imagined a day at Chipotle with Nik Stauskas.
• Posting And Toasting talked about Carmelo Anthony‘s optimism.
• Indy Cornrows wonders if Paul George can learn to love smallball.
• Swish Appeal praises Indiana Fever head coach Stephanie White.

Please send submissions to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com.

Every Sunday, we link to some of the very best work from around the basketball blogosphere. Do you have a link to a great basketball blog post – either your own or someone else’s – that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors? Then you should send it to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s rundown…

• Pistonpowered.com examines Reggie Jackson‘s jumper.
• The Love Of Hoops breaks down a preview for each team with salary cap information.
• Thehardwoodnation.net analyzed the Carmelo Anthony trade rumors.
• Thesportsquotient.com looked into the offensive development of Serge Ibaka.
  
• Truschoolsports.com wrote about the league’s influx of African talent.
• Brightsideofthesun.com ran down some areas that need improvement for the Suns.
• Welcometoloudcity.com wrote about Thunder GM Sam Presti.
• Fearthesword.com previews media day for the Cavs.
• Grizzlybearblues.com profiles Jeff Green.

Please send submissions to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com.

Every Sunday, we link to some of the very best work from around the basketball blogosphere. Do you have a link to a great basketball blog post – either your own or someone else’s – that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors? Then you should send it to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s rundown…

• Hooptrends.com began its “Game-changer” series with a look at the Knicks‘ Arron Afflalo.
• The Sports Quotient examined whether or not Markieff Morris and Marcus Morris can survive without each other.
• The Love Of Hoops ran down the league’s best “3 and D” players.
• Real Ball Insiders explains how the Nuggets‘ combination of Emmanuel Mudiay and Jusuf Nurkic seems poised for big things.
• Welcometoloudcity.com discussed Mitch McGary as a breakout player.
• Brightsideofthesun.com looked into the dire predictions for the Suns.
• Grizzlybearblues.com discussed the evolution of Mike Conley.
• Thedreamshake.com wrote about Clint Capela‘s playoff breakout.

Please send submissions to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com.

Every Sunday, we link to some of the very best work from around the basketball blogosphere. Do you have a link to a great basketball blog post – either your own or someone else’s – that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors? Then you should send it to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s rundown…

• Hooptrends.com caught up with Pacers rookie Myles Turner for a Q&A.
• The Sports Quotient examined five non-lottery rookies who should shine.
• The Love Of Hoops produced a piece on players with the best bargain contracts in 2015.
• Real Ball Insiders discussed if Emmanuel Mudiay can bring relevancy back to Denver.
• Thebirdwrites.com discussed Anthony Davis‘ improvement on defense.
• Slcdunk.com looked into the Jazz‘s strategic advantage.
• Raptorshq.com caught up with DeMarre Carroll.

Please send submissions to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com.

Every Sunday, we link to some of the very best work from around the basketball blogosphere. Do you have a link to a great basketball blog post – either your own or someone else’s – that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors? Then you should send it to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s rundown…

• Shaw Sports says the Heat are looking dangerous.
• The Sports Quotient is concerned about Flip Saunders.
• The Love Of Hoops discussed four players with options.
• Real Ball Insiders ran down possible break out players, including Harrison Barnes.
• Pounding The Rock likes the Spurs’ flexibility.
• Clips Nation wonders if Jose Calderon could be a fit for the Clippers.
• Indy Corn Rows says the Pacers should deal for Markieff Morris.
• Bullets Forever is ready for Tomas Satoransky.

Please send submissions to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com.

Every Sunday, we link to some of the very best work from around the basketball blogosphere.  Do you have a link to a great basketball blog post – either your own or someone else’s – that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors?  Then you should send it to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s rundown…

• Hoop Trends gave us their all-time starting five for the Jazz.
• Lakers Outsiders wonders where Julius Randle‘s ceiling is.
• The Brooklyn Game sees big things for Bojan Bogdanovic.
• The Sports Quotient says Kyle Anderson will become a star for the Spurs.
• Queen City Hoops broke down the Hornets‘ 2015-16 schedule.
• NBA Press Break looked at the Eastern Conference’s contenders.
• Swarm And Sting pondered Frank Kaminsky‘s role this season.
• Raptors HQ considered a deal for Markieff Morris.
• Welcome To Loud City discussed Kevin Durant‘s foot procedure.
• House Of Houston wonders what’s next for James Harden.

Please send submissions to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com.

Every Sunday, we link to some of the very best work from around the basketball blogosphere.  Got a great basketball blog post that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors? Send it to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s rundown…

• Lakers Outsiders pondered whom L.A. should add to the roster.
• 3 and D says Dennis Schröder is the Hawks’ key to success.
• NBA Press Break says James Johnson should start at the 4 for the Raptors.
• Trade Street Post wonders how everyone will get along in Charlotte.
• Hoop Trends discussed the Celtics’ depth.
• Nets Daily looked at the agents who represent players in BK.
• Swarm and Sting wonders who’s getting cut in Charlotte.
• Baseline Buzz pitted Jeremy Lin against Kemba Walker.

Please send submissions for Hoops Links to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com.

On this date in 2005 the largest trade in NBA history was completed as five teams came together to swap 13 players.  This mammoth deal brought Antoine Walker and Jason Williams to the Heat, giving Miami the depth they needed to win its first ever championship that same season.

Got a great basketball blog post that you want to see featured on Hoops Rumors? Send it to Zach at HoopsLinks@gmail.com. Here’s this week’s look around the basketball blogosphere…

• The Sports Quotient imagined an expansion draft for a Seattle team.
• Fantasy Pros says the Raptors are among the most improved in the East.
• The Brooklyn Game says the Nets did what they had to.
• Hoop Trends gave us some offseason outlooks in their latest podcast.
• House of Houston says Ty Lawson is a great fit for the Rockets.
• Hardwood Paroxysm looked back at Deron Williams‘ greatest feuds.
• Press Break broke down the Western Conference.
• Queen City Hoops reflected on the Hornets’ summer.
• Posting And Toasting says the Knicks may have depth issues at guard.
• Hot Hot Hoops wonders if Finals games should be played in neutral locations.