Brook Lopez News Archive
News -- May 2019 (96)
- 5/25 Beale Street Bears: Memphis Grizzlies: Marc Gasol is Providing Something to Be Excited About in NBA Playoffs: While the Memphis Grizzlies are currently sitting at home, Marc Gasol is providing excitement for fans as he is enjoying team...
- 5/25 Blue Man Hoop: Golden State Warriors: 5 Toughest NBA Finals individual match ups: The Golden State Warriors are set for another trip to the NBA Finals. Here are the five toughest individual matchupsthey could...
- 5/25 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 things to watch for in Game 6 against Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks' season is on the line as they head into Game 6 of their Eastern Conference Finals clash with the Toronto...
- 5/24 Air Alamo: San Antonio Spurs 2018-19 Performance Review: LaMarcus Aldridge: LaMarcus Aldridge added another stellar season to his résumé in his fourth year with the San Antonio Spurs. Aldridge was the most...
- 5/24 Hoops Habit: Los Angeles Clippers: Top 10 moments of the 2018-19 NBA season: The 2018-19 season was an unexpected surprise for the Los Angeles Clippers, one filled to the brim with moments that shocked the...
- 5/24 Hoops Habit: Orlando Magic: Lack of All-Defensive votes will fuel their players: A lack of votes for some key defensive stoppers for the Orlando Magic on the All-Defensive teams this season will be a motivator...
- 5/24 Nugg Love: Denver Nuggets: The Nuggets should sign Brook Lopez this offseason: Brook Lopez is a dynamic center the DenverNuggets should target this offseason. The 7-foot center canshoot the three and help...
- 5/24 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 105-99 Game 5 loss to the Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks lost a crucial Game 5 at home and now find themselves with their backs against the wall facing an elimination...
- 5/24 Raptors Rapture: Three takeaways from Toronto Raptors incredible win vs Milwaukee Bucks: The Toronto Raptors took care of business in Game 5 with an incredible win in Game 5 vs the Milwaukee Bucks. What did we learn...
- 5/24 Raptors Rapture: Player grades from the Toronto Raptors crucial Game 5 win over the Bucks: With the series tied at two games apiece, the Toronto Raptors went into Milwaukee and picked up a critical Game 5 victory. How...
- 5/23 Hoops Habit: Indiana Pacers: 3 ambitious free agency targets in 2019: The Indiana Pacers have a chance to clear some cap space and shop the 2019 free agency market. Here's who could fit with...
- 5/22 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Eric Bledsoe named to All-Defensive First Team: The Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo and Eric Bledsoe have both been named to the NBA's All-Defensive First Team...
- 5/22 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 120-102 Game 4 loss to Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks produced a dreadful performance as they were dominated by the Toronto Raptors in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference...
- 5/21 Raptors Rapture: Toronto Raptors: Series will determine who the best player in the East is: The Eastern Conference Finals between the Toronto Raptors and Milwaukee Bucks features two of the best players in the NBA. The...
- 5/21 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Analyzing Eric Bledsoe's recent struggles: It's been a real struggle for Milwaukee Bucks guard Eric Bledsoe so far this post-season. What's been behind his recent...
- 5/21 Hoops Habit: Golden State Warriors: 3 takeaways from Game 4 clincher vs. Blazers: With a 119-117 victory in Game 4 of the 2019 Western Conference Finals, the Golden State Warriors swept the Portland Trail Blazers...
- 5/21 Purple and Blues: Rudy Gobert said it best - Utah Jazz can no longer be "the team that's close every year": Utah Jazz center Rudy Gobert wants to see the Utah Jazz take things to the next level in 2019-20. Can they finally avoid being...
- 5/20 Hoops Habit: Toronto Raptors: 3 takeaways from crucial Game 3 win vs. Bucks: In front of their home crowd in Game 3, the Toronto Raptors came away with a thrilling double-overtime win against the Milwaukee...
- 5/20 Hoops Habit: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 key adjustments for Game 4 vs. Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks fell to the Toronto Raptors 118-112 in Game 3 of their Eastern Conference Finals series. Here are the key...
- 5/20 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 takeaways from 118-112 Game 3 loss to Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks suffered their first misstep in their Eastern Conference Finals series against the Toronto Raptors Sunday...
- 5/20 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 118-112 Game 3 loss to the Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks dropped their first game in the series in a double overtime thriller that ended with a score of 118-112 in...
- 5/20 Raptors Rapture: Three takeaways from Toronto Raptors exciting win vs Milwaukee Bucks: The Toronto Raptors held off the Milwaukee Bucks in an exhilarating game that went to double-overtime. What did we take away from...
- 5/20 Sir Charles In Charge: Los Angeles Lakers: Does LA regret signing LeBron James?: Do the Los Angeles Lakers regret signing LeBron James? They should The Los Angeles Lakers performance this past season left many...
- 5/20 HoopsRumors: Eastern Notes: Brooks, Ntilikina, Lopez, Knicks: Wizards coach Scott Brooks recently finished his third season with Washington and 10th season as an NBA head coach, reaching a...
- 5/18 Purple and Blues: Success of small market Milwaukee Bucks a great sign for Utah Jazz: The meteoric rise of the small market Milwaukee Bucks is an incredibly reassuring sign for the Utah Jazz. For a long time the...
- 5/18 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 125-103 Game 2 win over Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks cruised to a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals, besting the Toronto Raptors 125-103 in impressive...
- 5/18 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks Daily: Bucks will take commanding 2-0 lead to Toronto: The latest Milwaukee Bucks Daily is here as the Bucks successfully held home court to open up a strong 2-0 lead as the Conference...
- 5/18 From Russia With Dunk: Brooklyn Nets: 5 stars to target in free agency: The Brooklyn Nets should be able to easily create enough cap space to offer a max contract in free agency. Here are some prime...
- 5/18 Raptors Rapture: Toronto Raptors: Three takeaways from a massacre in Milwaukee: The Toronto Raptors got absolutely demolished by the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night and now trail the series 0-2. What did we...
- 5/17 HoopsRumors: Free Agent Stock Watch 2019: Conference Finals: Every week, Hoops Rumors takes a closer look at players who will be free agents or could become free agents next offseason. We...
- 5/17 NBATips.net: NBA Playoffs Betting Tips: Bucks vs. Raptors Game 2: Last night saw Vince and Graeme both grab wins. Vince had the over on the game and that went rather easily as the Blazers showed...
- 5/17 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 things to watch for in Game 2 against Toronto Raptors: After a hard-fought win in Game 1, the Milwaukee Bucks will hope to extend their lead over the Toronto Raptors in Friday's...
- 5/17 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Malcolm Brogdon's return already paying dividends: Having made his return from a plantar fascia injury, Malcolm Brogdon hasn't sported any signs of rust and is quickly getting...
- 5/17 Hoops Habit: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 keys for Game 2 vs. Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks fought their way to a tough Game 1 win. What are three keys for Game 2 against the Toronto Raptors on Friday...
- 5/17 ESNY: Milwaukee Bucks-Toronto Raptors, ECF: 4 things to look for in Game 2: Game 1 of the ECF lived up to the hype. Here are four takeaways from the Milwaukee Bucks victory over the Toronto Raptors. FOR...
- 5/17 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks Daily: Staying fresh looms large at this point in season: The latest Milwaukee Bucks Daily is here as we read about the significance of Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer's preference...
- 5/17 Raptors Rapture: Toronto Raptors Mailbag: Questions after Game 1 loss to Bucks: The Toronto Raptors are down 0-1 to the Milwaukee Bucks. As the Conference Finals begin to heat up, we took your best questions...
- 5/17 RotoWire: Dominant performance in win: Lopez totaled 29 points (12-21 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, four blocks and two assists across 35 minutes in the Bucks'...
- 5/16 Pace And Space: Breakfast Special: Kyle Lowry’s Fourth-Quarter Heroics: How about Kyle Lowry in Game 1 of the Bucks-Raptors Eastern Conference Finals? The veteran put the team on his back and scored...
- 5/16 The Hoops Manifesto: NBA Fantasy Stud of the Night: Brook Lopez: Every morning The Hoops Manifesto scours the boxscores from the previous night's NBA games to find which player helped out (...)...
- 5/16 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 takeaways from 108-100 Game 1 win over Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks tipped off their Eastern Conference Finals series with the Toronto Raptors in fantastic fashion as they came...
- 5/16 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 108-100 Game 1 win over Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks emerged victorious in their first Eastern Conference Finals faceoff against the Toronto Raptors with a score...
- 5/16 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Brook Lopez becomes a legend with Game 1 heroics: As the Milwaukee Bucks opened up a 1-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals, they have Brook Lopez to thank for a performance...
- 5/16 Raptors Rapture: Three takeaways from Toronto Raptors heartbreaking Game 1 loss to Bucks: The Toronto Raptors were in control of most of the game on Wednesday night but ultimately ended up falling to the Milwaukee Bucks....
- 5/16 Hoops Habit: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 takeaways from Game 1 comeback victory vs. Raptors: After trailing for the majority of the game, the Milwaukee Bucks storm their way back in the fourth quarter to protect home court...
- 5/16 Hoops Habit: Toronto Raptors: 3 takeaways from Game 1 loss vs. Bucks: The Toronto Raptors fell short of winning Game 1 of the 2019 Eastern Conference Finals on the road against the Milwaukee Bucks,...
- 5/16 NBATips.net: Blazers vs Warriors Game 2 Betting Tips: A disastrous final five minutes for the Toronto Raptors after leading for the majority of the game, saw them go down 1-0 to the...
- 5/16 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks Daily: Rounding up reactions from thrilling Game 1 comeback win: The latest Milwaukee Bucks Daily is here as we round up reactions from the Bucks' comeback victory over the Toronto Raptors...
- 5/16 Hoops Habit: Denver Nuggets: What offseason moves can be expected?: Now that the Denver Nuggets have been eliminated from the 2019 NBA Playoffs, it's time to look toward the offseason. Let...
- 5/16 The Scorecrow: Playoff Preview: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Toronto Raptors: We've known all year long that the Eastern Conference would have a new champion this year, and now we've finally reached the moment...
- 5/15 Shaw Sports: The Baseline: Raptors vs Bucks Eastern Conference Finals: Supremacy in the east is coming down to the two best teams with the two best players in the conference. We breakdown what should...
- 5/15 Hoops Habit: Los Angeles Lakers: 5 options for pick No. 4 in 2019 NBA Draft: The Los Angeles Lakers made a leap on lottery night to the fourth pick. Which players should they consider in the 2019 NBA Draft? The...
- 5/15 Last Word on Sports: 2019 Eastern Conference Finals Preview: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Toronto Raptors: After Sunday night’s madness, the 2019 Eastern Conference Finals matchup is set. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks...
- 5/15 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Roundtable ahead of Toronto Raptors Conference Finals series: As the Milwaukee Bucks and Toronto Raptors get set for their Conference Finals battle, the Behind the Buck Pass staff convened...
- 5/15 Raptors Rapture: Toronto Raptors vs Milwaukee Bucks: Who should guard who?: The Toronto Raptors will face off against the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference Finals. As Game 1 approaches, this article...
- 5/15 Raptors Rapture: How the Toronto Raptors can slow down Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Toronto Raptors are facing off against the Milwaukee Bucks, and therefore, the incredible Giannis Antetokounmpo. There's...
- 5/15 Hoops Habit: Toronto Raptors: 5 keys to 2019 Eastern Conference Finals vs. Bucks: The Toronto Raptors are headed to the Eastern Conference Finals for the second time in franchise history. Waiting for them are...
- 5/14 Sun-N-Gun: If Phoenix Suns trade Josh Jackson, what's his value?: After a rough season and now after being arrested this weekend the Phoenix Suns could look to trade Josh Jackson, but what is...
- 5/14 Raptors Rapture: Toronto Raptors Podcast: Milwaukee Bucks series preview with Kane Pitman: The Toronto Raptors are preparing to face off against the Milwaukee Bucks. Bucks writer Kane Pitman joins the podcast to discuss...
- 5/14 Hoops Habit: Milwaukee Bucks: 5 keys to 2019 Eastern Conference Finals vs. Raptors: As the dust settles in the east, the Milwaukee Bucks have drawn the Toronto Raptors in the Eastern Conference Finals to see who...
- 5/14 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 keys to beating the Toronto Raptors in the Conference Finals: With the Milwaukee Bucks set to embark on their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2001, what are the key things they need...
- 5/14 Raptors Rapture: How the Toronto Raptors can attack the Bucks conservative defense: The Milwaukee Bucks finished with the best defense in the NBA, but there are still areas the Toronto Raptors can attack. How will...
- 5/13 8 Points, 9 Seconds: Myles Turner’s Skill Development Part II: Scoring: In this two-part series, I'm looking back at Myles Turner's offense from this season with the Indiana Pacers, diving...
- 5/13 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Depth offers crucial advantage against Toronto Raptors: The Milwaukee Bucks will hope to win many key battles against the Toronto Raptors, but superior depth stands as one of their greatest...
- 5/12 HoopsRumors: Malcolm Brogdon To Remain In Bench Role?: Despite the benefit of an extended break that he and his Bucks’ teammates will now enjoy while awaiting the winner of the...
- 5/12 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Can Brook Lopez shake off playoff shooting slump?: Veteran big man Brook Lopez and his reinvention into a seven-foot sharpshooter has been critical to the Milwaukee Bucks'...
- 5/12 Piston Powered: Three things Andre Drummond can improve on for the Detroit Pistons: The Detroit Pistons are going to need Andre Drummond to improve in select areas to help the team. Here are three things he can...
- 5/11 Soaring Down South: 2019 NBA Draft: Ranking the 16 Best (and Worst) Lottery Picks for Atlanta Hawks: A ranking of the players that are widely expected to be lottery picks in the 2019 NBA Draft based on how they would fit with the...
- 5/10 Last Word on Sports: Boston Celtics vs Milwaukee Bucks Series Review: The series between the Boston Celtics and the Milwaukee Bucks is over, with the Bucks winning in just five games. After the Celtics...
- 5/10 8 Points, 9 Seconds: Myles Turner's Skill Development: Passing, Part I: Myles Turner's evolution as a modern center isn't done. If he can add more to his passing game, the Indiana Pacers will...
- 5/9 Hoops Habit: Boston Celtics: 3 takeaways from season-ending Game 5 loss vs. Bucks: The Boston Celtics were eliminated from the 2019 NBA Playoffs by the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 5. Here are three takeaways from...
- 5/9 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 116-91 Game 5 win over Boston Celtics: The Milwaukee Bucks punched their first trip to the Eastern Conference Finals since 2001 with their 116-91 win over the Boston...
- 5/9 Hoops Habit: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 takeaways from Game 5 closeout win vs. Celtics: Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks carried over the same dominance shown in round one into the Eastern Conference semifinals...
- 5/9 ESNY: Free agents the New York Knicks should avoid this summer: The New York Knicks have high aspirations this summer, but if they miss on their top targets, they should avoid these fallback...
- 5/8 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Pat Connaughton's emergence as a key postseason role player: After drawing the ire of some Milwaukee Bucks fans after struggling in the opening game of the series, Pat Connaughton has re-emerged...
- 5/8 Piston Powered: Three things Luke Kennard should improve on for next year: Luke Kennard had a successful sophomore season for the Detroit Pistons, a season that saw the youngster play and ball out in the...
- 5/8 Raptors Rapture: Toronto Raptors: Who is the Scarier Opponent - Boston vs Milwaukee?: The Milwaukee Bucks are on the brink of beating the Boston Celtics, but it's far from over. Will it be this young rising...
- 5/8 Hardwood Houdini: The difference between the Celtics 2018 and 2019 Playoff Runs: 2019 was supposed to be the year Boston finally made it to the finals. LeBron was out of the East and the Celtics were clearly...
- 5/8 Last Word on Sports: Should the New York Knicks Trade for Anthony Davis?: Amongst the craziness of the NBA playoffs, the New York Knicks sit and watch some of the stars they hope to sign in summer. But...
- 5/7 Thunderous Intentions: How each semi final team's free agents can help define the OKC Thunder offseason: OKC Thunder GM Sam Presti main focus this offseason isn't retaining a superstar but keeping track of the free agents still...
- 5/7 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 113-101 Game 4 win over Boston Celtics: The Milwaukee Bucks took a convincing 3-1 series lead on Monday night in Boston and are now just one step away from the Eastern...
- 5/6 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Brook Lopez is still evolving in the postseason: In a playoff matchup with the Boston Celtics that isn't suited to his strengths, Brook Lopez continues to evolve and find...
- 5/5 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: The revival of Khris Middleton's playoff proficiency: For the second straight year, Milwaukee Bucks swingman Khris Middleton has been at his most lethal during the postseason and he's...
- 5/4 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 123-116 Game 3 win over Boston Celtics: The Milwaukee Bucks took a 2-1 series lead Friday night in Boston, taking back home court advantage in the Eastern Conference...
- 5/4 Soaring Down South: 2019 NBA Draft: Full Mock Draft 2.0, Atlanta Hawks Pick #4 and #10, Lakers Win Lottery: An in-depth exploration of a rather wacky 2019 NBA Draft simulation that includes first round selections for all 30 picks, including...
- 5/3 ESNY: Brooklyn Nets: One area of improvement for every player on the roster: While the Brooklyn Nets have an exciting summer ahead, their incumbent roster has areas for improvement. Here's one thing apiece. FOR...
- 5/3 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Ersan Ilyasova's growing importance defensively: As the Milwaukee Bucks resorted to switching in Game 2 against the Boston Celtics, Ersan Ilyasova's defensive impact came...
- 5/3 Piston Powered: Detroit Pistons: Thon Maker Sets Intriguing Tone in First Season with Pistons: Thon Maker, in his first season with the Detroit Pistons, suffered some ups and downs as his stint leaves questions about his...
- 5/3 HoopsRumors: Bucks’ Success May Dictate Team Temperature on Luxury Tax: This season may be Milwaukee’s best chance at a title, as the team has many players set to hit the open market in free agency...
- 5/2 All U Can Heat: How the Miami Heat provided the blueprint to stopping Giannis Antetokounmpo: Just days before Christmas, the Miami Heat drew up the blueprint to stopping Milwaukee Bucks' superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo....
- 5/2 Raptors Rapture: Toronto Raptors must roll the dice with new lineups in the playoffs: The Toronto Raptors have struggled with their bench rotations and have continuously been outscored by opposing teams. Nick Nurse...
- 5/2 Sports Dallas Fort-Worth: Do the Dallas Mavericks need a premier center next season?: The Dallas Mavericks are expected to be on the hunt for a variety of players this summer, how big of a priority is finding a premier...
- 5/1 Sir Charles In Charge: Milwaukee Bucks bounce back in huge way vs. Celtics in Game 2: The Milwaukee Bucks bounced back in a huge way in Game 2, proving that this will be a long, competitive series with the Boston...
- 5/1 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 takeaways from 123-102 win over Boston Celtics: The Milwaukee Bucks got hot from deep and flummoxed Kyrie Irving on their way to a Game 2 win to tie the series with Boston at...
- 5/1 Behind the Buck Pass: Milwaukee Bucks: Player grades from 123-102 Game 2 win over Boston Celtics: The Milwaukee Bucks bounced back in emphatic fashion in Game 2, evening up their second round series with the Boston Celtics. The...
- 5/1 Hoops Habit: Milwaukee Bucks: 3 takeaways from Game 2 rout vs. Celtics: The Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Boston Celtics 123-102 in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference semifinals. Here are the biggest takeaways...
News -- April 2019 (112)