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The Better Side of Rivalry

By jmay11 On May 22, 2013 · Add Comment · In May 2013

(We are updating the list of Memphis area relief efforts at the bottom so keep checking back for more information)
Sometimes, in the midst of a contentious game or series, it is easy to lose perspective on why we are drawn to sports. They are a microcosm of the human experience, complete with triumph and failure, love and hate, friend and foe. Earlier this month, as the Grizzlies and Thunder were locked in a [...]

Playoffs are for Fun, Not for Science

By Chip Crain On May 20, 2013 · 5 Comments · In May 2013

Over the years, the writers of 3 Shades of Blue have developed an unique relationship with the renowned author, economist and college professor Dave Berri. His books, Wages of Wins and Stumbling on Wins, helped take statistics from the classroom to the front offices of the NBA.

Before the playoffs began we discussed with Dave the Grizzlies prospects against the Los Angeles Clippers. His perspective was that the Grizzlies, while a very talented team, didn’t have a good chance against [...]

Playoffs: 4th Seed Final Push

By CarlCR On April 9, 2013 · Add Comment · In April 2013

What is there to say, but that the last week of the season will be a doozy with almost every seed in the west up for grabs.
►The Spurs and the Thunder battling for 1st,
►the Nuggets, Grizzlies and Clippers battling for 3rd to 5th,
►the Warriors and Rockets battling for 6th and
►the Jazz and Lakers battling for the final 8th seed.

Chase for 3rd &/or Homecourt

By CarlCR On April 3, 2013 · 3 Comments · In April 2013

As we move into the final stretch of the season, we see the same fight for 3rd, 4th, and 5th that we’ve seen for the last few weeks. The other hot race is for 8th place. The 6th and 7th place are still up for grabs. Lastly, there is the fight for the #1 seed. So, possibly a lot of movement over these last 15 days and 7 or 8 games.

I’m posting the standings based on home court advantage. [...]

Who Counts Memphis A Contender?

By CarlCR On April 2, 2013 · Add Comment · In April 2013

Playoffs are mainly about how well the starters play. So this quote from John Schuhmann @NBA.com is good to know, “The Memphis starting lineup continues to be terrific defensively and has been outscored in only two of the last 19 games it has played together.” Now with the bench starting to play better on offense and defense, things are looking good for the playoffs.

Sam Amico at FOXSports says, “Grizzlies might be most playoff-ready team in West.”

The Better Side of Rivalry

Playoffs are for Fun, Not for Science

Playoffs: 4th Seed Final Push

Chase for 3rd &/or Homecourt

Who Counts Memphis A Contender?

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