Vince Massara

Joined: Mar 21, 2017

Full time sports fan, part time pun enthusiast.My interest in the NBA started with a computer copy of NBA Live 99. This goes part way to explain my irrational love for Antoine Walker, and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 22: Markelle Fultz walks on stage with NBA commissioner Adam Silver after being drafted first overall by the Philadelphia 76ers during the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2017 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Philadelphia 76ers: Sifting through the hype and finding realistic expectations

Feb 24, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) in action against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter at Staples Center. The San Antonio Spurs won 105-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Free Agency: 9 signings that make the most sense

Mar 27, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks guard Derrick Rose (25) drives to the basket against the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Free Agency: A starting 5 of the most overrated free agents

Mar 22, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Jahlil Okafor (8) shoots the ball over Oklahoma City Thunder center Enes Kanter (11) during the second quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: The center market has too many trying to sell and nobody is buying

Jun 7, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant (35, left) celebrates with guard Stephen Curry (30) against the Cleveland Cavaliers during the fourth quarter in game three of the 2017 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

The 2016-17 Golden State Warriors were the best team ever

Mar 24, 2017; Memphis, TN, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) reacts in the second half against the Kentucky Wildcats during the semifinals of the South Regional of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Justin Ford-USA TODAY Sports

2017 NBA Draft: 5 top prospects with the most bust potential

Apr 6, 2017; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks small forward Carmelo Anthony (7) inspects the ball before a game against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

How the Knicks should approach the offseason

May 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) looks at the clock before playing against the San Antonio Spurs in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. San Antonio won 103-92. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

A post-mortem of James Harden and the Houston Rockets

May 9, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball as San Antonio Spurs shooting guard Danny Green (14) defends during the second half in game five of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets run out of gas at a vital time in Game 5 vs Spurs

May 7, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) celebrates after making a three point basket during the third quarter against the San Antonio Spurs in game four of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

The Houston Rockets are a real life sports movie underdog

May 5, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni argues a call against the San Antonio Spurs during the second half in game three of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. San Antonio won 103-92. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

The Houston Rockets fail to handle the moment in game 3

May 3, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball as San Antonio Spurs small forward Kawhi Leonard (2) defends during the second half in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

After huge opening series victory, Rockets grounded in Game 2 vs Spurs

May 1, 2017; San Antonio, TX, USA; Houston Rockets shooting guard James Harden (13) shoots the ball over San Antonio Spurs center Pau Gasol (16) during the second half in game one of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at AT&T Center. Mandatory Credit: Soobum Im-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets Shock The World, Trounce Spurs In Game 1

Apr 25, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets head coach Mike D'Antoni reacts while the Rockets play against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the second half in game five of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Houston Rockets won 105 to 99 .Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports

The Rockets’ Slow Take Off Is A Problem

Apr 23, 2017; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Rockets center Nene Hilario (42) reacts to a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the fourth quarter in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

Rockets Take 3-1 Lead Over OKC

Apr 16, 2017; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Rockets guard James Harden (13) dribbles the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder in game one of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports