Heat Eliminated by 76ers in Game 5

Daniel Toll, Sports Editor

April 27, 2018

Filed under Basketball, Sports

On the night of Apr. 24, the Miami Heat's season, in addition to their playoff hopes, came to an end with a tough, double-digit loss to the Philadelphia 76ers in Philly. The game, ending with a score of 104-91 in favor of the 76ers, sends the 76ers to the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals, where they will...

March Madness 2018: The Year to End All Brackets

Cavan Wilson, Co-Editor-in-Chief

March 24, 2018

Filed under Basketball, Sports, Top Stories

March is primarily known for two things in the United States; the arrival of springtime, and the height of the college basketball season. This year's March Madness campaign has been one of the most exciting yet. Numerous upsets have already occurred, leaving some teams heartbroken and others joyous in...

NBA All-Star Game: Team LeBron vs Team Steph

Daniel Toll, Sports Editor

February 10, 2018

Filed under Basketball, Sports

The NBA All-Star Game is famously known for being one of the most anticipated events of the basketball season. Traditionally, basketball fans across the nation would vote for their favorite players, giving them the fortunate opportunity to participate in an event that showcases the greatest basketball...

Intense NBA Rivalries Light Up Christmas Day

Daniel Toll, Sports Editor

January 1, 2018

Filed under Basketball, Sports, Winter

It is indisputable, especially in recent memory, that the holidays have been the source of nationwide buzz in the sports world. With the NFL season nearing its end and the NBA basketball season reaching a climax at its mid-season mark, sport fans across the country have grown anxious, anticipating the...

LeBron James’ Best Year Yet?

Daymara Fernandez, Staff Writer

December 7, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Sports

Playing as a multi-appearance All-Star shooting guard/small forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers, it is no surprise that LeBron James gets so much attention, especially considering he is one of the highest performing and most recognized NBA (National Basketball Association) players of all time. Whether...

Gables Basketball Takes on Southwest

Vanessa Grau, Staff Writer

December 6, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Sports, Winter

The Cavaliers' basketball season has just begun, and all Gables teams are off to a great start. All teams have played against last seasons top competitors and have had outstanding results. On Thursday, Nov. 30, the girls' junior varsity (JV) and varsity teams played a home game against Southwest in their...

Cavalier Basketball Slam Dunks Southwest

Cameryn Padron, Photographer

December 3, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Sports, Winter

JV Lady Cavalier Basketball Takes A Win Against Reagan

Andres Velasco and Cameryn Padron

November 27, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Galleries, Photo, Sports, Winter

Russell Westbrook: Basketball Contract with a Story

Miguel Lemus, Staff Writer

October 9, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Sports

Russell Westbrook signed one of the largest contracts in NBA history, granting him an extension of 5 years worth $205 million with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Especially following the loss of Kevin Durant to the Golden State Warriors, the Thunder and their incredibly loyal fan base worried that they would...

A Thunderous Trade Brings Carmelo Anthony to OKC

Chase Bagnall-Koger, Staff Writer

October 3, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Sports

The New York Knicks announced on Monday, Sept. 25th, that they have exchanged long-time forward Carmelo Anthony for two Oklahoma City Thunder players - center Enes Kanter and forward Doug McDermott. The trade is expected to strengthen the offense of an already dense Oklahoma City Thunder roster, sporting...

Grading the NBA’s 2017 Offseason Moves

Eric Jimenez, Staff Writer

September 4, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Sports, Top Stories

Over the years, the Golden State Warriors have demonstrated mastery in drafting young prospects, taking three college standouts over a span of four years and developing them into All-Stars and Olympians. With the addition of superstar forward Kevin Durant in the summer of 2016, the Warriors set off a...

NBA Playoffs: Then There Were Four

Nicolas Schmidt, Staff Writer

May 21, 2017

Filed under Basketball, Sports

As the NBA season comes to an end, only four teams remain. The Cleveland Cavaliers and the Boston Celtics in the East, and the Golden State Warriors and the San Antonio Spurs in the West. Be that as it may, there are two teams that stand out and are sure to be a lock for the finals. Here are our predictions: EAST: Cleveland Cavaliers...