Michael Jordan – My Mind on Sports

The No Name Podcast Episode 38: The Late Takes

August 15, 2017 Samar Gaines Kobe Bryant, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, NBA, Podcasts0 comment

I was joined by Mike D Sykes (@MikeDSykes) Wilson Tarpeh Jr. (@WillieTSpeaks) and Eddie McDonald (@KingEdward15), for this megapod. We jumped from topic to topic and take to take. Plus a special moment with Eddie and Wilson. Read More

NBA

Golden State wins second title in three years, Durant named Finals MVP

June 14, 2017June 14, 2017 Jalenhunter1 Andre Iguodala, Cleveland Cavaliers, Finals MVP, Game Five, Golden State Warriors, J.R. Smith, Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, NBA, NBA Championship, NBA Finals, Stephen Curry, Tristan Thompson0 comment

After heartbreak struck a year ago, the Golden State Warriors capture redemption as they win their second NBA Championship in three years, defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in game five 129-120. In Game 4, the Warriors got punched in the mouth in the first quarter and could never recover. Along with LeBron James and Kyrie Irving’s greatness, Cleveland stirred the “Can... Read More

NBA

The No Name Podcast Episode 33 My Name is My Name

May 31, 2017 Samar Gaines All-NBA Team, Boston Celtics, Chris Paul, Deandre Jordan, Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James, Los Angles Clippers, Markelle Fultz, Michael Jordan, NBA, NBA Finals, Nerlens Noel, Podcasts, San Antonio Spurs, Stephen Curry0 comment

I sat down with Mike Sykes (@MikeDSykes) to discuss the Spurs and Celtics future plans, the idea of waiting out LeBron, Chris Paul to the Spurs, Blake Griffin, the Clippers future, the All NBA Teams, Nerlens Noel, the value of rim protecting bigmen, The Finals preview, Curry’s greatness, LeBron vs Jordan, and a few tangent. Read More

NBA

Walker Gets New Deal, Hits Game Winner

October 30, 2014 Wilson Tarpeh Jr Al Jefferson, Charlotte Hornets, Kemba Walker, Michael Jordan, Milwaukee Bucks, MKG, NBA0 comment

The Charlotte Hornets (yes they are back with that name) started off their new era last night at home against the Milwaukee Bucks. The rebranding on and off the court was certainly evident and the building was abuzz, it seemed as if the players were just as if not more amped up for the game than the fans. Walker... Read More

NBA NFL

Two Sides Of The Coin: The Best Of The Ringless

June 12, 2014June 12, 2014 Mike Patton Allen Iverson, Auburn, Barry Sanders, Charles Barkley, Chicago Bulls, Dan Marino, Derrick Rose, Detroit Lions, Detroit Pistons, Houston Rockets, Jeff Hornacek, Jim Kelly, John Elway, John Stockton, Karl Malone, Ken O'Brien, Kevin Durant, Kevin Garnett, Miami Dolphins, Michael Jordan, MVP, NFC Championship Game, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Pittsburgh Panthers, San Francisco, Steve Nash, Super Bowl, The Mailman, TNT, Todd Blackledge, Tony Eason0 comment

With Kevin Durant losing another chance at that elusive first title recently, there has been some murmurings pertaining to if he will ever win a title. So, Chuckie and Mike at My Mind On Sports were thinking about who were the greatest players to never win a title. There is obviously a huge list of people, but there are only... Read More

NBA

Phil Jackson will need more than Zen when it comes to the New York Knicks

March 18, 2014March 18, 2014 Michael D. Sykes, II Carmelo Anthony, Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, NBA, New York Knicks, Patience, Phil Jackson0 comment

Phil Jackson is officially back with the New York Knicks. After having loads of success in his playing days decades ago as a Knick, Jackson will return to the team in a front office role as the team president. He’ll try and fix the mess that Knicks owner Jim Dolan has created over the last year or so. And what... Read More

NBA

LeBron Smartly Balks At The Slam Dunk Contest Again

February 13, 2014 Mike Patton Dominique Wilkins, John Wall, Julius Irving, Larry Nance, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Paul George, Terrance Ross0 comment

Michael Jordan, Larry Nance, Dominique Wilkins and Julius “Dr. J” Irving were all names that dominated the NBA’s Slam Dunk contest during All-Star weekends of the past. When the names were released for the 2014 dunk contest, plenty of people were excited to see players like John Wall, Paul George and Terrance Ross. But there was one name that many... Read More

NBA

Tanking Sends the Wrong Message

November 5, 2013 Eddie McDonald Michael Jordan, NBA Draft, Tanking in Sports0 comment

Each and every year in sports, there is a draft that occurs. The drafts are full of talent, maybe even some franchising-changing talent, which could be both good and bad. Teams don’t want the number one pick, because they want a championship instead. Actually, in some cases, maybe teams don’t want to win championships. Tanking is a word that is... Read More

King's Court

King’s Court

May 30, 2013May 30, 2013 Eddie McDonald Baltimore Orioles, Bill Russell, Chicago Cubs, Chicago White Sox, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Los Angeles Dodgers, Michael Jordan, New York Mets, New York Yankees, NHL Playoffs, Phil Jackson, Washington Nationals0 comment

Welcome to another edition of the “King’s Court.” In this post, I will be discussing a variety of different topics from the MLB, NBA, and NHL. If you don’t already, be sure to follow me on Twitter @KingEdward15. 4 Games, 2 Cities Series Interleague play is now a part of everyday life in Major League Baseball with the realignment of... Read More

NBA

Why returning the Hornets back to Charlotte is Great for the NBA and North Carolina

May 23, 2013May 24, 2013 blackredsoxfan Charlotte Bobcats, Charlotte Hornets, Michael Jordan0 comment

After the Charlotte Hornets left for New Orleans in 2002, the city was promised another team for the 2004-2005 season. In June 2003, the new team was name the Bobcats. The original owner of the team, Robert “Bob” Johnson named the team after himself even after the Charlotte Regional Sports Commission had a fan vote on the nickname, but Johnson chose the Bobcats over the Charlotte... Read More