Matt Hrdlicka
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Just. Words. Inspiring words.
I’m going to watch the rest in the morning, but I saw the Ja block and it was delightful.
December 13, 2025 at 2:01 AM
I’m going to watch the rest in the morning, but I saw the Ja block and it was delightful.
Utah with 10 points in the paint so far in this one to just 6 for MEM. Jaren currently has as many shots as Jock Landale.
December 13, 2025 at 1:35 AM
Utah with 10 points in the paint so far in this one to just 6 for MEM. Jaren currently has as many shots as Jock Landale.
At least teams with a true pick and roll center can talk themselves into Ja still being good now that he hasn’t played with Edey the entire year.
December 11, 2025 at 9:32 PM
At least teams with a true pick and roll center can talk themselves into Ja still being good now that he hasn’t played with Edey the entire year.
We'll never forget those two weeks when Zach Edey was unironically the most impactful player on the Grizzlies.
December 11, 2025 at 9:03 PM
We'll never forget those two weeks when Zach Edey was unironically the most impactful player on the Grizzlies.
For any readers out there, TRAIN DREAMS is one of the books of this century. It is less than 200 pages, and it is written by one of the absolute GOATs of modern literature, Denis Johnson RIPower.
December 11, 2025 at 12:55 PM
For any readers out there, TRAIN DREAMS is one of the books of this century. It is less than 200 pages, and it is written by one of the absolute GOATs of modern literature, Denis Johnson RIPower.
Spurs might have found something with DM + Gray midfield. I feel reasonably confident Spurs could fix one of the midfield OR wingback depth in January, but fixing both seems like a tall order. Might be huge if Gray can be the CM fix for the rest of the year.
December 9, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Spurs might have found something with DM + Gray midfield. I feel reasonably confident Spurs could fix one of the midfield OR wingback depth in January, but fixing both seems like a tall order. Might be huge if Gray can be the CM fix for the rest of the year.
Okay. We've scammed our way to a 2-0 lead. Start rotating in Tel for Richy, maybe even shift Gray out to wingback. We've got a load of games coming.
December 9, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Okay. We've scammed our way to a 2-0 lead. Start rotating in Tel for Richy, maybe even shift Gray out to wingback. We've got a load of games coming.
Didn’t think Tel would be added for Solanke, but the kid should start. He and RKM are the shot merchants in this side, and Tel is arguably the best at creating space for a shot.
December 9, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Didn’t think Tel would be added for Solanke, but the kid should start. He and RKM are the shot merchants in this side, and Tel is arguably the best at creating space for a shot.
This poison is killing me, but it - the poison - tastes so good!
December 9, 2025 at 2:55 PM
This poison is killing me, but it - the poison - tastes so good!
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December 8, 2025 at 7:10 PM
23/14/5 is not a stat line you expect from your shooting guard.
December 6, 2025 at 3:15 AM
23/14/5 is not a stat line you expect from your shooting guard.
The Rockets are up 40 on the Suns who might be without Booker for a few more games. MEM could just beat bad teams and wind up as the 8 seed.
December 6, 2025 at 3:08 AM
The Rockets are up 40 on the Suns who might be without Booker for a few more games. MEM could just beat bad teams and wind up as the 8 seed.
Damn that was a nice hit ahead pass from Spencer to Wells for the dunk.
December 6, 2025 at 3:06 AM
Damn that was a nice hit ahead pass from Spencer to Wells for the dunk.
Edey and Coward co-blocking Kawhi on his way to the rim //////chefs kiss
December 6, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Edey and Coward co-blocking Kawhi on his way to the rim //////chefs kiss
Ok that floater from Cam Spencer was legit. Running full speed, doesn’t over dribble, was comfortable starting his floater from a little further than you need to when you’re not sprinting. Big time.
December 6, 2025 at 2:43 AM
Ok that floater from Cam Spencer was legit. Running full speed, doesn’t over dribble, was comfortable starting his floater from a little further than you need to when you’re not sprinting. Big time.
Not sure if this is accurate, but USA isn't obviously better than any of the other teams in their Pot, but not obviously worse either.
December 5, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Not sure if this is accurate, but USA isn't obviously better than any of the other teams in their Pot, but not obviously worse either.
What a pass by LeBron. Pretty devastating to have one of the best passers in NBA history as the release valve when your lead ball handler is doubled.
December 5, 2025 at 3:04 AM
What a pass by LeBron. Pretty devastating to have one of the best passers in NBA history as the release valve when your lead ball handler is doubled.
Completely disagree about Atlanta being a good Giannis spot. Milwaukee will get the less favorable of theirs and the pelicans pick, and if they trade Giannis, that’s gonna be a good pick.
December 4, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Completely disagree about Atlanta being a good Giannis spot. Milwaukee will get the less favorable of theirs and the pelicans pick, and if they trade Giannis, that’s gonna be a good pick.
For Grizz Twitter via old friend "Ole Stumpy," a who says no that I can't get out of my head now:
Giannis and Portis to Philly for Embiid, Edgecombe, McCain and all the picks.
SAS and prob OKC can beat that. HOU might. GSW can't. MIA can't. NYK can't. Morey won't care if Giannis won't re-sign.
Giannis and Portis to Philly for Embiid, Edgecombe, McCain and all the picks.
SAS and prob OKC can beat that. HOU might. GSW can't. MIA can't. NYK can't. Morey won't care if Giannis won't re-sign.
December 4, 2025 at 5:11 PM
For Grizz Twitter via old friend "Ole Stumpy," a who says no that I can't get out of my head now:
Giannis and Portis to Philly for Embiid, Edgecombe, McCain and all the picks.
SAS and prob OKC can beat that. HOU might. GSW can't. MIA can't. NYK can't. Morey won't care if Giannis won't re-sign.
Giannis and Portis to Philly for Embiid, Edgecombe, McCain and all the picks.
SAS and prob OKC can beat that. HOU might. GSW can't. MIA can't. NYK can't. Morey won't care if Giannis won't re-sign.
Coward has had a rough two weeks with the whole “ball going in” thing and he still is so good at rebounding and defending that he’s still very good.
December 3, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Coward has had a rough two weeks with the whole “ball going in” thing and he still is so good at rebounding and defending that he’s still very good.
That was an impressive finish by Dylan Harper over an empty paint where Zach Edey used to be.
December 3, 2025 at 3:20 AM
That was an impressive finish by Dylan Harper over an empty paint where Zach Edey used to be.
D’Aaron Fox just hung in the air the way Ja used to and it made me sad.
December 3, 2025 at 2:57 AM
D’Aaron Fox just hung in the air the way Ja used to and it made me sad.
Roswellians stand up.
JUST IN: Democrats have flipped the mayor's office in Roswell, Georgia, in tonight's runoff.
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
GOP Mayor Kurt Wilson conceded earlier tonight to Mary Robichaux, the Dem challenging him.
(This is a city in the Atlanta suburbs, the 9th most populous city in Georgia.)
December 3, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Roswellians stand up.
Devin Vassell has had a very unimpactful 1st half. Just doesn't look like he has a plan on offense other than step back jump shots or defense when Wemby isn't there to allow him to gamble.
December 3, 2025 at 1:53 AM
Devin Vassell has had a very unimpactful 1st half. Just doesn't look like he has a plan on offense other than step back jump shots or defense when Wemby isn't there to allow him to gamble.