Tag: Michael Wallace
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#IMHO: A Deeper Conversation
Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace have been covering the NBA since shorts were short and socks were long, but their opinions about the League don’t always mesh. #IMHO is their weekly chance to weigh in on the most pertinent news from around the NBA. What’s lit? What’s lame? Find out each week…
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MikeCheck: Grizzlies got what they deserved in NBA’s 22-team return format – an inside track to playoff spot
Both boxes appear to be checked off as part of a working plan the NBA’s Board of Governors approved Thursday to restart the 2019-2020 season July 31 with 22 teams in Orlando. The Grizzlies (32-33) were eighth in the West standings and held a 3 ½-games lead for that position when the NBA season was…
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#IMHO: Sports in the Civil Rights Conversation
Amid nationwide protests this past week calling for justice after the death of George Floyd, Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace take a moment to share their feelings on the civil unrest and shed light on what we can do help.
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MikeCheck: ‘Checking In’ during NBA hiatus with Grizzlies center Jonas Valanciunas
This week’s ‘Check In’ is with center Jonas Valanciunas, who is eager to resume a career season in which he ranks among the NBA’s leaders in rebounds (11.2 rpg) and double-doubles (33).
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The NBA should NOT change its 2020 playoff format – Here’s Why
Amid ongoing discussions between the league and team owners on how to salvage the 2019-20 season, Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace detail why they believe the NBA should not host a FIFA World Cup styled “play-in” tournament…
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#IMHO: The return of the NBA? Plus, Luka, Kobe and KG
Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace have been covering the NBA since shorts were short and socks were long, but their opinions about the League don’t always mesh. #IMHO is their weekly chance to weigh in on the most pertinent news from around the NBA. What’s lit? What’s lame? Find out each week…
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MikeCheck: Southwest Roundtable – Grizzlies’ Bluff City thrives with Big Easy, Texas Triangle as NBA destination stops
MEMPHIS – When it comes to competitive balance in the NBA, the Grizzlies are in strong company. In fact, when the season was suspended March 11 because of the Coronavirus pandemic, the Southwest Division essentially stood alone with each of its five teams still positioned for a shot at the playoffs.
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#IMHO: The last dance of “The Last Dance,” NBA Draft Lottery and The Big3
Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace have been covering the NBA since shorts were short and socks were long, but their opinions about the League don’t always mesh. #IMHO is their weekly chance to weigh in on the most pertinent news from around the NBA. What’s lit? What’s lame? Find out each week…
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#IMHO: Biggest Takeaways and Memorable Moments from The Last Dance
With the final episodes of the Last Dance airing this past Sunday, Grind City Media’s Lang Whitaker and Michael Wallace reflect on Michael Jordan sobbing in the locker room after winning the 1996 NBA Finals, fights in the locker room
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MikeCheck: Southwest Roundtable – Grizzlies add swagger to NBA’s most competitive, compelling division
MEMPHIS – When it comes to competitive balance in the NBA, the Grizzlies are in strong company. In fact, when the season was suspended March 11 because of the Coronavirus pandemic, the Southwest Division essentially stood alone with each of its five teams still positioned for a shot at the playoffs.