Division Clash in Dallas The Houston Rockets are focused on improving offensively this season, but it’s their trademark defense that has them off to their best start in 11 years. The Dallas Mavericks haven’t lost their scoring touch from 2006-07. On Monday, the division rivals meet for the first time this season in Dallas, where the Mavericks are coming off one of the best shooting games in franchise history.
Author: Anthony Rome
Looking to Stop Woes The New Jersey Devils are growing more comfortable in their new home, while the Pittsburgh Penguins are trying to end some recent road woes. Both Atlantic Division rivals try to put aside close losses Monday when they meet at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.
AFC North Battle in ‘Burgh The AFC North-leading Pittsburgh Steelers are unbeaten at Heinz Field this season and have not lost a Monday night game at home in more than 16 years. That probably won’t be enough to deter the defending division champion Baltimore Ravens, who annihilated Pittsburgh twice last season.
NFC East Showdown Tony Romo may be riding high after getting a huge contract from the first-place Dallas Cowboys, but Donovan McNabb still believes the last-place Philadelphia Eagles will have a major say as to who wins the NFC East this year. Romo and the Cowboys play the first of three straight games against divisional foes on Sunday night when they visit McNabb and the Philadelphia Eagles.
Something Has to Give It’s a good thing the Houston Texans know what their backup quarterback is capable of. That’s because with their starter likely out, the Texans will turn to Sage Rosenfels to try and halt their losing streak. The Texans try to snap a three-game skid when they visit the Oakland Raiders on Sunday.
Shootout in the Desert? Last season, LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers suffered a humbling sweep in the NBA Finals, while Steve Nash and the Phoenix Suns were eliminated in the conference semifinals by the eventual champions. This season, James and Nash both have their sights set on winning their respective franchise’s first NBA title.
Where’s Dwyane? Miami star Dwyane Wade will be back on the court before long. Judging from their performance so far, the Heat could certainly use him. Miami will again try for its first win of the season Sunday when it hosts the Charlotte Bobcats.
Home Sweet Home Zach Randolph still might have to face Kevin Garnett four times every season. Those contests just won’t be against the Minnesota Timberwolves anymore. Randolph, who should get more room to maneuver inside with Garnett now in Boston, leads the New York Knicks as they face Minnesota in their home opener Sunday night.
Off to a Good Start Kevin Durant already has shown glimpses of a bright future for the Seattle SuperSonics. Too bad the city’s fans might not get to see him much longer. Two days after their owner said he plans to permanently move the franchise out of town, the SuperSonics look for Durant to continue his solid start as they go for their first win of the season Sunday in a matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers.
Looking Dominant Boston’s imposing new lineup couldn’t have looked much better in its debut on Friday. Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce and Ray Allen will try to build on an impressive season-opener Sunday when the Celtics visit the Toronto Raptors.