Back when I was in college, I spent a summer working at a brokerage firm that specialized in futures and options. In my first week I had to learn all about those investments and pass the Series 3 exam so that I could legally participate in whatever the firm was doing, like … [Read more...]
My Mock Draft as Bulls GM: Building the Future Frontcourt
Over the past few days, I participated in a mock draft/offseason on behalf of the Bulls. When the draft started, I said that the Bulls lack rim protection, outside shooting, and positional size. I tried to address those deficiencies and also seek out opportunities to improve … [Read more...]
Three Trade Targets for the Chicago Bulls
No, this isn’t about Jerami Grant or Harrison Barnes. Though I could probably talk myself into either of those acquisitions, I’m going to focus on a few less-heralded players who’d be great fits on a team that now has the best record in the East. More than anything else, … [Read more...]
New Orleans Pelicans Mock Draft/Offseason Recap
In each of the past several years I’ve participated in a mock draft on a certain website. I selected Desmond Bane and Paul Reed for the Mavs last year, Nic Claxton and Talen Horton-Tucker for the Wizards the year before, and Miles Bridges and De’Anthony Melton for the … [Read more...]
How the Bucks Acquired Niko
On Thursday night, Nikola Mirotic played his first game for the Milwaukee Bucks, after being acquired at the trade deadline in exchange for Jason Smith, Stanley Johnson, and multiple second round draft picks. Much has been written about Niko’s fit with the team and his … [Read more...]