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The Return (?) of Eric Gordon: A Rivers-Centric Lineup Part 2
The general assumption leading up to the start of the regular season was that Austin Rivers would come off of the bench and back up both guard spots throughout the year. But Eric Gordon’s recurring knee troubles forced the rookie into a starting role, and while his on-the-job training didn’t start out particularly well (his […]
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Hornets Comeback Bid Falls Short in Loss to Warriors
Yet again, the energy was there from this young team on the road and after Anthony Davis sunk a free throw to tie the game at 92 with 4:07 left, you had the feeling that they were going to snap their seven-game losing streak. But it wasn’t to be. The Warriors controlled the boards late […]
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Game On: Hornets @ Warriors
Warriors…. Come out to Play-yay! Be careful what you wish for, because this Warriors team might be playing its best basketball since the Dallas playoff series back in 2007. The Warriors have won 11 out of their last 14 games, with seven of those wins coming on the road. They are playing fantastic defense […]
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Hornets drop game to Wolves despite Rivers’ 27
The Wolves were the worst shooting three-point team in the league, then they met the Hornets.
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A Rivers-Centric Lineup
What would a starting lineup created solely to augment Austin Rivers’ skillset look like? Let’s take a look. (Warning: this is only a hypothetical starting 5 meant to emphasize Rivers and who he best complements and is in no way intended to be utilized as an actual NBA lineup with the intention of winning basketball […]
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Hornets Lose at Home to the Offensively Challenged Wizards
“We played down to their level.” That was the word coming out of the locker room, as Jason Smith pointed out something glaringly obvious, yet completely unexplanable. How could a team with the worst record in the Western Conference think that they can come into any game and take an opponent lightly? How can you […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 103: Austin Rivers and Taking your Calls
Michael and I review the last two games, answer some of your questions sent in on our new hotline, and then preview the Wizards and Thunder. (again?) Oh, and Anthony Davis is coming back this week! If you want to sound off, give us a call! We may use it in our next podcast! 504-322-3333. […]
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The Missing Piece: Instant Impact
We have all seen the struggles of one Austin Rivers this year, and he is not alone. Top ten picks like Bradley Beal and Terrence Ross have had similar struggles, while highly touted players like Jeremy Lamb and Kendall Marshall haven’t even gotten a chance to show what they can do in this league because […]
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Grizzlies win in a game with a ton of subplots
For a game I didn’t expect to hold a lot of significance, this game had a lot of fascinating subplots.
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Beneath the Screen: A Rivers Runs Through It
After the Lakers game the other night there was a lot of talk on the site and twitter about Austin Rivers. Some people were labeling him a bust less than 20 games into his pro career. Others see potential but understand this is a long process. The 10th overall pick is going to be a […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 102: Pelicans will eat your Ducklings
Michael and I talk about the Pelicans name, whether we love it or hate it, then we turn to Austin Rivers, drool over Brandon Jennings, review the Bucks and Lakers games and preview the Grizzlies and Heat. If you want to sound off, give us a call! We may use it in our next podcast! […]
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Making the Transition: The Curious Case of Brian Roberts
With Greivis Vasquez firmly entrenched as the team’s starting point guard, Austin Rivers was, seemingly by necessity, slotted into the starting “2” role as a fill-in for the injured Eric Gordon. Management’s discussion of the Rivers pick and his role has consistently included talk of grooming him as a point guard, or at least towards […]
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Making the Transition: Nice Guys Finish Last
Austin Rivers is a ball-hog. He only looks to get his own. He has a propensity for tunnel vision. He ices out teammates and chooses to dribble the air out of the ball. These were the largely justifiable criticisms levied against the 10th overall pick this past June. Despite being Duke’s primary ball-handler, Rivers managed […]
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Scouting the NBA: Week Five — Rematch Week For The Hornets
The New Orleans Hornets are finally home and the boys had a rough time on the road. Let’s see if they can get revenge against recent opponents.
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Game On: Hornets @ Suns
The Hornets delve into the Valley of the Suns tonight to try to end their five game losing streak
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Making the Transition: Slow Down to Speed Up?
Austin Rivers is not an exceptional athlete by NBA standards, and his development with the New Orleans Hornets may accelerate once he embraces that fact.
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Rapid Recap: Knicks Blow Out Hornets in Third, Sail to Victory
The Knicks took control in the third quarter and cruised to a 102-80 victory over the struggling Hornets.
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Making the Transition: Dare to Compare to Tony Parker
Hornets fans want a star from their “other” rookie first round selection, but Austin Rivers is struggling . . . does this mean he will not be a star?
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Scouting the NBA: Week Three — Wrong Predictions, New Orleans Hornets Looking Good
After losing Anthony Davis and Austin Rivers to injury the New Orleans Hornets put up their worst offensive performance in franchise history. Let’s look at how we can put that behind us this week.
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Hornets Beat: Rookies and Stuff
Our writers tackle questions about all four New Orleans Hornets rookies, as well as Eric Gordon.