Dwight Howard took the single-game free throw attempt record, thanks to questionable strategy from Mark Jackson. In other action, the Memphis Grizzlies took down the slightly unglued New York Knicks and Kyrie Irving went off against Steve Nash.
Magic Vs. Warriors: Hack-a-Dwight Yields An Orlando Victory And A Record
When first time coach Mark Jackson took over the reins, he vowed to change things in Oakland. Unfortunately, while the fans all hoped he was talking about bringing more success, it seems like maybe he was just planning to make things a whole lot less entertaining.
No fan likes the Hack-a-insert-name-of-poor-free-throw-shooter-here. People enjoy NBA basketball for the end-to-end, free-flowing action, not to watch a parade to the free throw line. Nevertheless, it can be an effective tool in certain situations. In particular, for a team that is trailing, it lengthens the game, creating more possessions and more opportunities to cut into the lead, and hopefully yields some empty trips if the target misses his free throws.
Read Article >Cavaliers Vs. Suns: Kyrie Irving Gets Hot, Scores 28, Leads Cleveland Past Phoenix 101-90
Getty ImagesThe Suns had a 40-32 lead midway through the second quarter by besting the Cavaliers second team with their own bench squad. But then Phoenix’s second-liners began to take some questionable shots and when Cleveland began to return the games to their starters, things began to change.
Between the seven and four minute marks, Cavs rookie Irving took matters, and scoring, into his own hands, leading a personal 12-0 run that put his team up six, 46-40. Overall, Irving was 5-6 from the field in that stretch, aiding his 11-17 night overall, ending with 28 points. Irving drove the cup as well as making a pair of three-pointers there in the second quarter, and by the time Cleveland was done with the Suns, the Cavs wrapped up a 24-8 run to end the first half and give them a lead (+8) that they would not give up the rest of the game.
Read Article >Bobcats Vs. Hawks: Atlanta Wins Big In First Game Without Al Horford
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Read Article >Pistons Vs. Bucks: Greg Monroe Has Monster Night, But Milwaukee Prevails 102-93
The teams were both perfect from the line, shooting a combined 41-41 on free throws. Somewhere, Rick Barry smiles.
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