Well, it's the Sixers in Round 2. Review Thoughts from Round 1 The Celtics messed around and found out. And now, we have the red-hot Sixers in a very intriguing second-round matchup. Before even diving into the series, I immediately think about that 2023-2024 1st Round match-up that I often refer to as the series that took years off of my life. Then again, there was Divo's shot that will forever bring a smile . There is also this dunk from OG Anunoby on Embiid (certified, real Garden villain): The 76ers are super talented on paper. And they have an incredibly high ceiling if healthy and playing together. The Celtics just found that out. That is my biggest fear for this round! When I boil all the stats, actions, sets, and the simple eye-test assessment down to a simple thing, what's left is this: can the Knicks stop contain Tyrese Maxey? Can the 76ers defend a Karl-Anthony Towns pick-and-roll (or pick-and-pop)? That's it. My Key Matchup: Karl-Anthony Towns vs. Joel ...
Lies Ruin Lives This story went from a tabloid story to a viral story, to a lesson in just how awful our world is. I got wrapped up in this story this week, not for the sensationalism, but for the hook in how easy it is for someone's reputation - and life! - to come crashing down. It's awful. And I feel tremendously for the executive falsely accused, as well as the many true stories of unlawful workplace practices now placed under doubtful attention. Spirit Airlines Shuts Down I've never taken a flight on Spirit Airlines. However, I do know some who have, and of course, all of the memes and jokes regarding the budget-friendly airline. It's absolutely fascinating to me that a major airline can just close - suddenly. Customers finding out their flights were canceled, workers learning they're suddenly out of a job - just wild. Banana Baseball I just attended a Savannah Bananas game last weekend, as the group recently toured Yankee Stadium. My son also watches their...