Posts Tagged ‘blocks’

The Bird Man Chris Anderson Blocks Derek Fisher

Friday, May 22nd, 2009

Chris Anderson swoops in for the denial and blocks the shot of a driving Derek Fisher in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals. Denver got their win in L.A.

Dwight Howard Blocks Ray Allen

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Superman 2 Dwight Howard with a wild block on a driving Ray Allen in Game 1 of the second round series between the Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics. Howard led the NBA in blocks this season.

Derrick Rose Blocks Brian Scalabrine

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009

Rookie of the Year Derrick Rose comes from behind and blocks Brian Scalabrine in Game 7 of the epic first round series between the Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics. The 20 year old rookie put on an amazing show in his NBA playoff debut.

Kobe Blocks Brian Skinner From Behind

Tuesday, April 7th, 2009

Kobe Bryant comes over from the weak side and sends Brian Skinner’s shot attempt into a cameraman and making NBA Block Of The Night.

Gerald Wallace Denies Dwayne Wade

Monday, April 6th, 2009

In a recent Bobcats Heat match-up Dwayne Wade drives to the rim and elevates for the on handed jam only to be rejected by a beautiful block courtesy of Gerald Wallace. Wallace is averaging 16.9 points, 7.8 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.7 streals and 1 block a night on the season.

Lebron James Denies Jason Richardson the 360

Friday, March 13th, 2009

Lebron James seemingly comes out of nowhere to block Jason Richardson’s fast-break, 360 degree dunk attempt in a recent Suns / Cavaliers match up. Ouch. And the Suns 6th loss in a row too.

Nate Robinson Blocks Yao Ming

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009

Nate Robinson uses his amazing hops and serves up a clean block on the Rockets’ Yao Ming. Nate is listed at 5′8″.

Michael Jordan Welcomes Shaq to the NBA

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

In this Bulls versus Magic contest Michael Jordan blocks Shaquille O’Neal in the two legends’ first meeting in the NBA. Take that Shaq-daddy.

Michael Jordan’s Wizardly Block

Thursday, December 11th, 2008

Many hoops fans may be surprised that one of the nastiest blocks in NBA history was brought to us thanks to his heirness, Michael Jordan.  The mugging even came during MJ’s stint as a Washington Wizard. Check out the clip: