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The D-League is a place where many second round and undrafted players have a place to shine, somewhere that struggling players can turn their dreams into realities Some people may remember Alan Anderson, the MVP (voted by teammates) of Michigan State’s 2005 Final Four team. He is a perfect example of what the D-League can [...]
Every year in the NBA draft there are players selected that aren’t quite ready to contribute to NBA teams. The primary reason for the D-League is to turn potential into NBA playing time. Linsanity was truly remarkable and one of the best things to happen to the D-League in its brief 11 year history. It [...]
Editor’s Note: Today’s guest post comes from Ananth Pandian. L.L. Bean and lobsters are not the only things Maine has going for it. The state has a robust tourist industry (“Vacationland”) as people flock for its vast wilderness, picturesque beaches, and the Maine Beer Trail (PDF). Maine has a strong craft beer tradition dating back [...]
The occasional problem with the D-League – as is the case with almost all pro sports – is the need for healthy bodies sometimes outweighs the inherent necessity of cultivating young talent. Such is the case with Boston Celtic rookie Avery Bradley who on the heels of an injury that is expected to sideline Marquis [...]
Two NBA prospects were swapped for each other yesterday when the Rio Grande Valley Vipers sent guard Antonio Anderson to the Maine Red Claws in exchange for guard Matt Janning. Both players have NBA experience, albeit brief. Anderson earned a call-up from the Vipers to Oklahoma City last season, but he played in just one [...]
Day 3 of the 2010-11 NBA Development League Showcase was capped off with a game televised live nationally on Versus between the defending champion Rio Grande Valley Vipers and the Erie BayHawks. Both teams won their Showcase openers. RGV defeated the Fort Wayne Mad Ants on Monday, and the BayHawks beat the Idaho Stampede on [...]
If you’re a glass half full type of person, there are still two full days of the 2011 D-League Showcase to enjoy, including tonight’s dunk contest and 3-point competition. If you’re a glass half empty type, I’m sorry to relay the fact that the Showcase is already halfway over with four more games in the [...]
One of the greatest parts of following the NBA Development League is Futurecast, which allows you to watch every game streaming live online for free. This year, with the new Futurecast player, you can also watch two games picture-in-picture or even four games at once in a box formation. Did I mention that it’s free? [...]
Somewhere between The Decision and Decision 2010, a number of smaller but still important decisions were made during the 2010 NBA Development League Draft. It’s Election Day. And regardless of whether you voted Democrat, Republican, somewhere in between or (sigh) even not at all, there’s plenty of room here for all to join in the [...]