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Saturday, January 17, 2015

76ers win over Pelicans behind Michael Carter Williams 22 points and Nerlens Noel double-double

The Philadelphia 76ers are rebuilding. I personally don't like any analysts accusing the Sixers of tanking. The Sixers sometimes do have bad games as all teams do. One of the many problems is with this rebuild people are wanting instant gratification. Remember Sixers fans Rome wasn't build in a day and neither will this team, or any rebuilding NBA team. I'm predicting a rise from the Sixers in 2016-2017, because 7 foot Kansas drafted center Joel Embiid will be a rookie. I think Embiid will eventually become a top 5 NBA center, but rookie seasons are tough, because you have to learn the NBA game instead of the college game. Last night the Philadelphia 76ers went up against the New Orleans Pelicans. A blessing for any team going against the Pelicans was that Anthony Davis did not play tonight. People want to knock Michael Carter Williams or Nerlens Noel when they have a bad game, but few want to give praise when they have a good to great game. Remember everyone even superstars like Lebron James, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, Dwyane Wade even have bad games once in a while. No basketball player is perfect. To do that they would have to shoot 100 percent from every statistical category. Let's give credit where credit is due. Last night the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 96-81. Michael Carter- Williams lead the way with 22 points and 7 assists. Diamond in the rough player Robert Covington scored 18 points and 6 rebounds. Big man Nerlens Noel added a double-double by scoring 17 points, 11 rebounds and added 5 blocked shots. Everyone needs to remember that having the worst record doesn't guarantee you a number one pick in the NBA Draft. Here is the stats for each team.

76ers Double-Digit Scorers

Michael Carter-Williams- 22 points, 7 assists, 6 rebounds, 3 steals, 9/19 FG, 3/7 FT, 1/3 3PTFG
Robert Covington- 18 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 blocks, 5/14 FG, 2/8 3PTFG, 6/7 FT
Nerlens Noel- 17 points, 11 rebounds, 5 blocks, 2 assists, 2 steals, 7/10 FG, 3/4 FT
Luc Mbah A Moute- 13 points, 4 rebounds, 6/10 FG, 1/2 3PTFG

Pelicans Double- Digit Scorers

Eric Gordon- 16 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists, 5/16 FG, 4/6 FT, 2/5 3PTFG
Alexis Ajinca- 16 points, 14 rebounds, 6/9 FG, 4/4 FT
Jimmer Fredette- 13 points, 5 assists, 2 rebounds, 5/8 FG, 3/3 FT, 0/1 3PTFG

Philadelphia 76ers Statistical Categories

Team Field Goal Percentage- 45%
Team Three Point Percentage- 31%
Team Free Throw Percentage- 63% (17-27)
Team Rebounds - 39 ( 30 Defensive Rebounds and 9 Offensive Rebounds)
Team Assists- 22
Team Steals- 12
Team Turnovers- 8
Team Blocks- 10

New Orleans Pelicans Statistical Categories

Team Field Goal Percentage- 38%
Team Three Point Percentage- 23%
Team Free Throw Percentage- 65% ( 19-29)
Team Rebounds- 55 ( 40- Defensive Rebounds and 15 Offensive Rebounds)
Team Assists- 17
Team Steals- 5
Team Turnovers- 18
Team Blocks- 6

I know that as a fan when you buy a ticket to your team's favorite games, you want to see them win. I personally want to see them at least be competitive and go out there and do the best they can. Winning is icing on the cake. Playing 41 home games a season, it's hard for any team to win all 41 games, but if you can win most of them it's a great feeling. While the Sixers aren't the greatest right now, I will say this they are competitive and has some solid pieces. The future is hopeful for the Sixers. Joel Embiid, Nerlens Noel, Michael Carter- Williams, KJ McDaniels, Jermani Grant, and coming over soon Dario Saric. I think this is a great performance by to me the two stars of this team, Michael Carter- Williams and Nerlens Noel. What are your thoughts on this game? Send me your comments about this game. Thank you for reading Pro Basketball Hoops Land. The place where you can read articles, send comments, or from the left side of my blog purchase Philadelphia 76ers players jerseys, hats and many more Sixers items.

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

76ers win 4th game of the season behind Michael Carter Williams 20 points

I admit I've only seen highlights of the Sixers, until the other night I was at the Amway Center in downtown Orlando Florida, I live in that city. Michael Carter Williams is to me one of the most impressive young point guards I've seen in the NBA. At 6 foot 6 he can score and assist. Many times Michael Carter-Williams better known as MCW can also rebound. Many games he's averaged triple doubles. Tonight the Philadelphia 76ers took on the Miami Heat in Miami. After beating the Orlando Magic on Sunday Night, The Sixers get the job done again on the road against another Florida team, the Miami Heat. The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Miami Heat 91-87. Michael Carter- Williams lead the way for the Sixers with 20 points and 6 steals. Luc Mbah A Moute added 19 points and 6 rebounds. Here are the stats for each team.

Philadelphia 76ers Top 5 Scorers on December 23, 2014

Michael Carter- Williams- 20 points, 6 steals, 5 assists, 3 rebounds, 9/18 FG, 2/4 3PTFG
Luc Mbah A Moute- 19 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals, 8/16 FG, 3/4 FT, 0/2 3PTFG
KJ McDaniels- 13 points, 3 rebounds, 2 blocks,, 4/8 FG, 1/4 FT, 1/3 3PTFG
Robert Covington- 11 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 3/11 FG, 4/4 FT, 1/5 3PTFG
Jerami Grant- 11 points, 7 rebounds, 3 blocks, 3/7 FG, 4/7 FT, 1/2 3PTFG

Miami Heat Top 5 Scorers on December 23, 2014

Dwyane Wade- 23 points, 6 assists, 5 rebounds, 9/21 FG, 5/7 FT, 0/3 3PTFG
Shawne Williams- 17 points, 5 rebounds, 6/9 FG, 3/5 3PTFG, 2/2 FT
Mario Chalmers- 11 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 4/8 FG, 1/4 3PTFG, 2/2 FT
Luol Deng- 7 points, 4 rebounds, 3 steals, 2 assists, 3/11 FG, 1/6 3PTFG
Norris Cole- 7 points, 2/8 FG, 2/2 FT, 1/3 3PTFG

Philadelphia 76ers Statistical Categories

Team Field Goal Percentage- 42%
Team Three Point Percentage- 26%
Team Free Throw Percentage- 74%
Team Rebounds, 42 ( 28 Defensive Rebounds and 14 Offensive Rebounds)
Team Assists- 11
Team Steals- 13
Team Turnovers- 16
Team Blocks- 11

Miami Heat Statistical Categories

Team Field Goal Percentage- 41%
Team Three Point Percentage- 30%
Team Free Throw Percentage- 72%
Team Rebounds- 39 (25 Defensive Rebounds and 14 Offensive Rebounds)
Team Assists- 13
Team Steals- 10
Team Turnovers- 20
Team Blocks- 6

So far all four wins the Sixers have won have been on the road, let's take a look back at their road wins so far

Game 1: December 3rd VS Timberwolves- 85-77: Leading Scorer: Michael Carter-Williams with 20 points

Game 2: December 6th VS Pistons - 108-101 in overtime: Leading Scorer: Robert Covington with 25 points

Game 3: December 21st VS Magic- 96-88 : Leading Scorer: Michael Carter- Williams with 21 points

Game 4: December 23rd vs Heat- 91-87 : Leading Scorer: Michael Carter- Williams with 20 points.

Now that the Sixers have won all 4 games on the road, will the Sixers win one of the next four games at home listed below, if so against who?

Philadelphia 76ers Next 4 Home Games

Jan 5th VS Cleveland Cavaliers
Jan 7th VS Milwaukee Bucks
Jan 10th VS Indiana Pacers
Jan 13th VS Atlanta Hawks

I think from looking at this schedule, I think the Sixers can win at least the game against the Pacers and maybe the Bucks. The Cavaliers and the Hawks I question, not saying it can't be done though, because I feel the Sixers play harder than their record of 4-23 shows. I think once Joel Embiid is here next year ( who I would compare to Hakeem Olajuwon ) the Sixers are going to be nastier on defense than they already are. Jerami Grant played solid tonight. What are your thoughts on this win? Send me your comments. Thank you for reading Pro Basketball Hoops Land. Have a wonderful holiday and a Happy New Year.

Saturday, December 6, 2014

76ers win their second game of the season with overtime win over Pistons : Some updates of the last three games

The Philadelphia 76ers started the season 0-17. You heard many people from the media criticize this team especially ESPN. I understand what Philadelphia is doing. After Wednesday night beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 85-77 to get their first win, they lost to a healthier Oklahoma City Thunder on FRiday 103-91. Tonight against the Detroit Pistons the Sixers got the job done by beating the 108-101 in overtime to achieve their second win. Robert Covington lead the way for the Sixers with 25 points. 6 foot 6 point guard Michael Carter Williams added 20 points and 15 assists. Here are the stats for each team.

Philadelphia 76ers Top 5 Scorers

Robert Covington- 25 points, 6 rebounds, 9/14 FG, 3/5 3PTFG, 4/4 FT
Michael Carter- Williams- 20 points, 15 assists, 8 rebounds, 3 steals, 2 blocks, 8/12 FG, 4/5 FT
Luc Mbah A Moute- 14 points, 11 rebounds, 4 assists, 3 steals, 3/12 FG, 8/12 FT, 0/3 3PTFG
Hollis Thompson- 13 points, 2 rebounds, 5/9 FG, 3/6 3PTFG, 0/2 FT
Nerlens Noel- 9 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 3/7 FG, 3/4 FT

Philadelphia 76ers Statistics

Team Field Goal Percentage- 46%
Team Three Point Percentage- 30%
Team Free Throw Percentage- 70%
Team Rebounds- 53 ( 41- Defensive and 12 Offensive)
Team Assists- 27
Team Steals- 12
Team Turnovers-18
Team Blocks-8

Detroit Pistons Top 5 Scorers

Josh Smith- 23 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists, 3 blocks, 9/18 FG, 4/6 FT, 1/2 3PTFG
Kyle Singler- 21 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 8/14 FG, 3/5 3PTFG, 2/2 FT
Greg Monroe- 15 points, 9 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, 4/12 FG, 7/9 FT
Kentavious Caldwell- Pope- 9 points, 6 rebounds, 2 steals, 2/10 FG, 5/7 FT, 0/3 3PTFG
Cartier Martin- 9 points, 2 assists, 2 rebounds, 4/7 FG, 1/4 3PTFG

Detroit Pistons Statistics

Team Field Goal Percentage- 39%
Team Three Point Percentage- 26%
Team Free Throw Percentage- 77%
Team Rebounds- 47 (35- Defensive and 12 Offensive)
Team Assists- 22
Team Steals- 11
Team Turnovers- 19
Team Blocks- 6

For the Philadelphia 76ers I have to talk a little bit about one of my favorite players besides Michael Carter- Williams and Nerlens Noel, and that player is KJ McDaniels. He reminds me of Andre Iguodala and Bruce Bowen. McDaniels scored 6 points, 6 rebounds, 4 blocks, 2 steals and 2 assists in over 32 minutes of action. I hope to see KJ McDaniels stay with this team even if he were to be used as a 6th man instead of a starter.

Last 3 games statistics of Michael Carter Williams

Vs Minnesota Timberwolves- 20 points, 9 assists, 9 rebounds, 9/20 FG
VS Oklahoma City Thunder- 16 points, 14 assists, 7 rebounds, 6/19 FG
VS Detroit Pistons- 20 points, 15 assists, 8 rebounds, 8/12 FG

From looking at the last three games of Michael Carter- Williams (MCW) the 6 foot 6 point guard drafted out of Syracuse, I feel that he is having a solid sophomore season. I like his stats better than Cleveland Cavaliers point guard Kyrie Irving. MCW will only continue to get better, and me personally I can't wait for the rise of the Philadelphia 76ers.

Next 5 Opponents for the Philadelphia 76ers

VS Atlanta Hawks- Road
VS Brooklyn Nets- Road
VS Boston Celtics- Home
VS Charlotte Hornets- Home
VS Orlando Magic- Road

From looking at the next 5 opponents I think this team can at least go 3-2, although I don't see 5-0 unrealistic. Hawks are what the Sixers use to be a mediocre team, the Nets have too many aging veterans, the Celtics are looking confused to me, the Hornets are struggling with Lance Stephenson, and the signing of Channing Frye has been a disappoint to the Magic. What are your thoughts about this win? Send me your comments. Thank you for reading Pro Basketball Hoops Land. The place where you can read articles, send comments and purchase pro basketball merchandise of your Philadelphia 76ers on the left side of my blog, or sometimes below articles.