Author: Jordan Rosenberg

Reading Time: < 1 minutesPreviously, I wrote an article outlining how changing the playoff format to the top 16 teams regardless of conference could result in better, more competitive playoff games. Though this was a good idea, it would be difficult to execute due to logistical problems involving distance between teams and timing. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, the NBA has been exiled to a closed “bubble” environment in Orlando, Florida, making now the perfect time to try this new playoff format. Firstly, one of the biggest issues before with changing the playoff format to the top 16 teams...

Reading Time: 2 minutesWhile the tops of the Eastern and Western Conferences are very competitive, it is clear that the Western side is much stronger from top to bottom, compared to the East. It has been evident throughout the past several seasons, that making the postseason in the East has been much easier than the West; which is a clear disadvantage. The question then arises: Does the NBA Playoff Format need to be changed? Personally, I believe that the NBA should disregard the format of the top 8 teams from each conference making the postseason, and instead have the...

Reading Time: 2 minutesKyrie Irving has continuously brought flash and flavor to the NBA, known for his ridiculous handle on the ball; but is more importantly one of the NBA’s elite players. Though, one thing that holds him back from ultimate success is his leadership qualities, and ability to be a first option on a playoff team. Taking a look into the past, Kyrie was presented the amazing opportunity to be “The Man” on the Celtics after his successes in Cleveland. Though, he clearly underperformed as a leader, by the end of their messy breakup this summer. As a...