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Stephen A. Smith buries Kenny Atkinson for ‘analytically’ winning comment

Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson made an interesting comment after his team fell 0-3 to the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Finals. Following his team’s 121-108 loss, Atkinson struck a more positive tone and used analytics to point to how the Cavs have competed on the margins. “We’ve had success against this […] The post Stephen A. Smith buries Kenny Atkinson for ‘analytically’ winning comment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pelicans fans won’t like this Tyrese Maxey draft revelation

The New Orleans Pelicans have been able to pick up some talent in their previous drafts, and the hope is that they can help them win for years to come. When you look back at old drafts, there’s always the “what if” on if a team would’ve selected another player instead of who they actually […] The post Pelicans fans won’t like this Tyrese Maxey draft revelation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kenny Atkinson’s lame analytics comment even has Mike Florio clowning him

Some soundbites are so puzzling that they prompt reactions from people who may not even be immersed in that particular field of expertise. Mike Florio, the creator and editor in chief of Pro Football Talk, was compelled to write up a story on the viral analytics comments that Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson made […] The post Kenny Atkinson’s lame analytics comment even has Mike Florio clowning him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sports media world reacts to Kenny Atkinson saying Cavs ‘analytically’ winning series vs. Knicks

The New York Knicks have a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals and are one win away from their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999. It’s been a disheartening series for the Cavs and their fans, with a particularly disappointing showing in a 121-108 loss in Saturday night’s…

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Cavaliers Coach Sparks Chaos Across NBA World With Unexpected Remark Before Game 4

The New York Knicks are one win away from their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999, and the Cleveland Cavaliers are staring down something that has never happened in NBA history.No team has ever come back from a 3-0 series deficit. That reality, though, did not stop Kenny Atkinson from finding the silver lining.The @NBA_NewYork […] The post Cavaliers Coach Sparks Chaos Across NBA World With Unexpected Remark Before Game 4 appeared first on HEAVY.

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Cavs Coach Kenny Atkinson’s View Of Analytics Compared To Josh Hart Shows Why They’re Trailing Knicks 3-0

The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the cusp of bombing out of the NBA playoffs in the Eastern Conference Finals. They trail the New York Knicks 3-0, and each successive game has been less and less encouraging for the Cavs. While Cleveland head coach Kenny Atkinson has done a strong job to even get his team to this point, […] The post Cavs Coach Kenny Atkinson’s View Of Analytics Compared To Josh Hart Shows Why They’re Trailing Knicks 3-0 appeared first on BroBible.

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Orioles manager Craig Albernaz defends team’s analytics usage after Ben McDonald rant

MASN color commentator Ben McDonald sounded off about how much importance the Baltimore Orioles place on analytics after a loss to the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday. The Orioles are currently 22-29 (21-29 when McDonald’s comments were made), tied for last place in the AL East. .@JonMeoli of @AllBannerSports piggybacked on what Ben McDonald said…

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Karl-Anthony Towns Couldn’t Believe Josh Hart Brought His Pizza Obsession Into the Press Conference

Josh Hart stole the spotlight at the postgame press conference when he strolled in with a box of L'industrie pizza in hand! While answering questions alongside teammate Karl-Anthony Towns, he turned the serious atmosphere into a fun moment

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Josh Hart Torches Analytics With the Funniest Line of the NBA Playoffs

Knicks guard Josh Hart was left open and often in Game 2 on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden, leading the way with 26 points, seven assists, four rebounds and two steals in New York's 109-93 blowout win over the Cleveland Cavs. Following the game, Hart doubled down on a great performance in ...

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Knicks’ Josh Hart fires hilarious response to why he doesn’t care about analytics

Even in the postgame conference, Josh Hart did not miss. Hart waxed hot in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals to lead the New York Knicks past the Cleveland Cavaliers, 109-93. He scored a playoff career-high 26 points, including 5-of-11 shooting from beyond the arc. He also had four rebounds, seven assists, and two […] The post Knicks’ Josh Hart fires hilarious response to why he doesn’t care about analytics appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Josh Hart forces Mike Brown to ‘throw analytics out the window’ with Game 2 stunner

NEW YORK – Analytics help sports teams evaluate and optimize performance. The New York Knicks hired Mike Brown last offseason in part because of his open willingness to utilize them – and any other available information – to finetune the team’s approach to winning games. Josh Hart thinks they’re overrated. After the Knicks’ Game 2 […] The post Knicks’ Josh Hart forces Mike Brown to ‘throw analytics out the window’ with Game 2 stunner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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"Analytics failed him" – Rich Paul reveals the "counterproductive" reason James Harden is still chasing his first NBA ring – Basketball Network

"Analytics failed him" - Rich Paul reveals the "counterproductive" reason James Harden is still chasing his first NBA ring  Basketball Network

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The analytics reason A.J. Pierzynski was ‘shocked’ by Red Sox firing Alex Cora

The Boston Red Sox remain a focal point as their organizational approach continues to evolve following manager Alex Cora’s recent dismissal. A.J. Pierzynski’s reaction has added to the conversation surrounding the shift. The early-season move quickly drew league-wide attention. The Red Sox fired Cora on Saturday, just hours following a 17–1 victory vs. the Baltimore […] The post The analytics reason A.J. Pierzynski was ‘shocked’ by Red Sox firing Alex Cora appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Maple Leafs Down to Final 2 GM Candidates

The Toronto Maple Leafs are down to the final two candidates for the team’s general manager role, according to a prominent NHL insider.Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman said on the 32 Thoughts Podcast on Friday that the Maple Leafs have narrowed their GM list from 10 to just two candidates. The two remaining candidates are former Arizona […] The post Maple Leafs Down to Final 2 GM Candidates appeared first on Heavy Sports.

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