The Sports Guy: Columnist of the People

If you know sports, you know who Bill Simmons is. Dubbed "The Sports Guy", Simmons is a writer from Boston. He is an unapologetic Boston sports fan, and he HATES the Lakers (sadly). What is best about Bill is his willingness to be blunt and honest, as well as his wacky and entertaining scenarios he creates in his mind. This week, his weekly mailbag column is a must read for NBA fans.Fixing the NBA Playoffs

You can't help but love Tim Duncan

Tim Duncan is the best. Even after multiple MVP awards, 4 NBA titles, and countless All-Star appearances, Timmy D and the Spurs are on fire in the west. There's nothing insightful about this post. Just look at the gif of Duncan trolling the always stone-faced Kendrick Perkins. First Dwight Howard, now Perkins. How can you not love the guy?Tim Duncan had a priceless reaction after getting shoved by Kendrick Perkins

Get Rid of the One-and-Done Rule

It's about time the charade ends. Ever since the NBA and NCAA came to an agreement that made players attend college and play there for at least one year before entering the NBA Draft, players have come and gone through college basketball. The top players only attend college for one year, then go straight to the NBA. Every analyst wants these young guys to stay and develop their craft in college, as they think many players rush to the NBA simply for the money.

In my opinion, that is a ridiculous stance. If you are in a position to get paid millions of dollars for your talents, why wouldn't you go to the NBA as soon as possible? Everyone praised Marcus Smart last year, who could have been a top pick in the 2013 draft but returned to college to work on his game. Fast forward one year after an underwhelming season, and his draft stock is weaker. Guys like Andrew Wiggins and Jabari Parker will always leave after one year, yet this charade will continue on and on.Marcus Smart Did The "Right Thing" And Look Where It Got Him

Apparently, J.R. Smith Likes to Shoot!

J.R. Smith. I dont even know where to begin. Against the Miami heat yesterday, he shot 22 three point shots. Yes, i'll say it again. He shot 22 THREE point shots! Most players don't shoot 22 shots. With Carmelo Anthony set to be a free agent, having Smith be the ultimate ballhog sure doesn't Help the Knicks chances of retaining the superstar this offseason.
Amar’e Stoudemie Unhappy With JR Smith Shooting 22 Threes

Indiana...What Happened?!

The Pacers were once the favourites to win the Eastern Conference. In fact, they were a lock for the 1 seed in the playoffs. As we head into the final few games of the regular season, they have completely collapsed. Miami has taken over the top spot in the east, despite their own struggles and injury problems.

Paul George is not playing to his superstar potential. If he isn't playing Miami, Roy Hibbert is nowhere to be found. And those two problems are just the tip of the iceberg. No solution is in sight, and you might be able to say the same for their title hopes.

The Pacers Have Hit Rock Bottom

Blake Griffin Earned my Respect

I always thought Blake Griffin was overrated. He is a guy who puts up fantastic numbers, but I only saw him as a highlight player. The type of guy who can jump out of the building, but has no skill. After attending the Raptors vs Clippers last Saturday, I can safely say I was so wrong. Blake is such a skilled player. The way he gets to the basket and maneuvers his body is great to watch. His passing ability and off-ball movement is sharp and well executed. Blake Griffin earned a new fan on that day.

Slow your Roll: Miami still reigns supreme

Ever since the OKC Thunder beat the Miami Heat This past week, everyone has been declaring Kevin Durant as the man to finally take the MVP trophy away from LeBron. While I agree with this, people have decided to go even further than that. Now they are saying that Miami is doomed, and that they have no chance of beating OKC if they were to meet in the NBA finals again.....

Really? I find it comical that everyone is already writing off the team that has won the last two championships, and been in the finals the last three. This same reaction came up when the big three were first together in Miami, and history has shown that they have proven the doubters wrong. So while the Thunder have definitely become a strong contender, the Heat are still the team to beat until someone does just that.