Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Noel Guerra
Noel Guerra
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My name is Noel Guerra. I am from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and I am a recent graduate of West Chester University. I have a great deal of love for basketball and I follow the sport everyday. I am an aspiring journalist, who wishes to have his own podcast one day.
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NBA

2 Surprise NBA MVP Candidates This Season

NBA game balls before the Portland Trail Blazers versus the Los Angles Lakers game on November 14, 2018, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. Noel Guerra • 2 years ago
NBA

Suns Retaining Chris Paul May Be Most Important Move For Any Team

Head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns talks with Chris Paul #3 during the first half in Game Four of the NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on July 14, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Will We See Marc Gasol In The NBA Again?

Marc Gasol #14 of the NBA Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a call against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

3 Similar Problems Lakers And Nets Face As Favorites

Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after the out of bounds ball was giving to Los Angeles Lakers as Montrezl Harrell #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on in the fourth quarter at Barclays Center on April 10, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

A Scenario In Which Ben Simmons And 76ers Work Things Out

Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Clint Capela #15 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 14, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

3 2020 NBA Draft Picks Teams Are Already Regretting

Killian Hayes #7 of the NBA Detroit Pistons has the ball Minnesota Timberwolves during the season opening game at Target Center on December 23, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Pistons 111-101. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

3 Looming Issues For The New Orleans Pelicans This Season

Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans dribbles the ball against the Washington Wizards in the second half at Capital One Arena on April 16, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

3 Problems Already In Place For The Los Angeles Clippers

Paul George #13 and Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers celebrate a lead during a preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on December 11, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Not Retaining Zion Williamson Could Ruin Pelicans

Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots against the Houston Rockets during the second half at the Smoothie King Center on February 09, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Zero Chance Cavaliers Can Trade Kevin Love This Year

Kevin Love #0 of the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates with teammates during a timeout against the Boston Celtics in the fourth quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on May 12, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cleveland Cavaliers won 102-94. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Ranking 2021 NBA Christmas Day Games After Schedule Release

Kevin Durant #7 of the NBA Brooklyn Nets and Team USA celebrates after he made a shot to tie the game and force overtime in the final seconds of the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks during game seven of the Eastern Conference second round at Barclays Center on June 19, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Are Kawhi Leonard And Paul George A Good Enough Duo?

Kawhi Leonard #2 is congratulated by Paul George #13 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half of a game against the Houston Rockets at Staples Center on November 22, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Trading Collin Sexton Makes Sense For Cleveland Cavaliers

Collin Sexton #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes up for a shot during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on January 2, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

How Dennis Schroder Can Return To Prominence With Celtics

Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics takes a shot as Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the fourth quarter at TD Garden on January 30, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Lakers defeat the Celtics 96-95. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

NBA Fans Should Not Overreact To Summer League Play

James Bouknight #5 of the Charlotte Hornets during the 2021 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on August 9, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Kings defeated the Hornets 80-70. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Knicks Are Still Far Off From Being Top Contenders

Derrick Rose #4 of the New York Knicks celebrates late in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks during game two of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden on May 26, 2021 in New York City.The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 101-92. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

3 Reasons Julius Randle Deserved His Knicks Extension

Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks dribbles during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Madison Square Garden on April 20, 2021 in New York City. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Victor Oladipo Smart To Get Signed Amid Recovery

Victor Oladipo #7 of the Houston Rockets in action during a game against the Washington Wizards at Toyota Center on January 26, 2021 in Houston, Texas. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

2 Best Contracts Handed Out In NBA Free Agency

Bobby Portis #9 of the NBA Milwaukee Bucks celebrates against the Phoenix Suns during the first half in Game Five of the NBA Finals at Footprint Center on July 17, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Are Golden State Warriors Second Best Team In The West?

Stephen Curry #30 reacts with Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors after scoring a three point basket during the first quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on May 04, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

What Is Carmelo Anthony's Role With Los Angeles Lakers?

LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives against Carmelo Anthony #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of Game Three of the first round of the playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

2 Worst Contracts Handed Out In NBA Free Agency

Collin Sexton #2 and Jarrett Allen #31 of the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate during the final seconds of the game against the Houston Rockets at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 24, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Rockets 112-96. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Is John Collins A True Sidekick To Trae Young With Hawks?

John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks and Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks argue about being charged with a foul during the first half in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks at State Farm Arena on June 29, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Ideal Starting Lineup For Bulls After Major Acquisitions

Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls looks to pass under pressure from Lonzo Ball #2 of the New Orleans Pelicans at the United Center on February 10, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Pelicans 129-116. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Grading Steph Curry's Monster Extension With Warriors

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after hitting a three-point shot during the final seconds of the first half of an NBA Tournament Play-In game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on May 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Why Lakers Fans Should Be Concerned About Team's Age

Marc Gasol #14 and LeBron James #23 of the NBA Los Angeles Lakers argue a Gasol foul in the third quarter during against the Phoenix Suns game six of the Western Conference first round series at Staples Center on June 03, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

2 Veterans Pistons Can Add To Assist Cade Cunningham

NBA commissioner Adam Silver (L) and Cade Cunningham poses for photos after Cunningham was drafted by the Detroit Pistons during the 2021 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on July 29, 2021 in New York City. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

2 Players Hawks Can Add To Take Next Step Into Contention

Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts in the final seconds to the team's series loss against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Finals at State Farm Arena on July 03, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

Are Miami Heat Legitimate Contenders After Free Agent Additions?

Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat reacts after his team defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 103 - 93 during an NBA game at Smoothie King Center on March 04, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA

3 Most Exciting NBA Rookies Drafted In Second Round

NBA commissioner Adam Silver announces a pick for the Indiana Pacers during the 2021 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on July 29, 2021 in New York City. Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA game balls before the Portland Trail Blazers versus the Los Angles Lakers game on November 14, 2018, at Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA.
NBA

2 Surprise NBA MVP Candidates This Season

  Last NBA season, we saw an unexpected MVP winner. Nikola Jokic was not looked at as... Noel Guerra • 2 years ago
Head coach Monty Williams of the Phoenix Suns talks with Chris Paul #3 during the first half in Game Four of the NBA Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on July 14, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
NBA

Suns Retaining Chris Paul May Be Most Important Move For Any Team

  The Phoenix Suns were two wins away last season from winning their first NBA title in... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Marc Gasol #14 of the NBA Los Angeles Lakers reacts to a call against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2021 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NBA

Will We See Marc Gasol In The NBA Again?

  The Los Angeles Lakers have traded their veteran center, Marc Gasol, to the Memphis Gr... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts after the out of bounds ball was giving to Los Angeles Lakers as Montrezl Harrell #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on in the fourth quarter at Barclays Center on April 10, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

3 Similar Problems Lakers And Nets Face As Favorites

  The NBA season is right around the corner. It felt like last season ended, but here... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Ben Simmons #25 of the Philadelphia 76ers drives against Clint Capela #15 of the Atlanta Hawks during the first half of game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at State Farm Arena on June 14, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

A Scenario In Which Ben Simmons And 76ers Work Things Out

  The Philadelphia 76ers had a disastrous last couple of months. They were the number... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Killian Hayes #7 of the NBA Detroit Pistons has the ball Minnesota Timberwolves during the season opening game at Target Center on December 23, 2020 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Pistons 111-101.
NBA

3 2020 NBA Draft Picks Teams Are Already Regretting

  The 2020 NBA Draft has only been a year old, but a lot has changed since then. This... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans dribbles the ball against the Washington Wizards in the second half at Capital One Arena on April 16, 2021 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

3 Looming Issues For The New Orleans Pelicans This Season

  The New Orleans Pelicans had playoff aspirations last season. Unfortunately, for th... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Paul George #13 and Kawhi Leonard #2 of the LA Clippers celebrate a lead during a preseason game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on December 11, 2020 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

3 Problems Already In Place For The Los Angeles Clippers

  The Los Angeles Clippers are entering next season on a mission to win the NBA title on... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots against the Houston Rockets during the second half at the Smoothie King Center on February 09, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

Not Retaining Zion Williamson Could Ruin Pelicans

  The New Orleans Pelicans are in an awkward position with their franchise player, Zion... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Kevin Love #0 of the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers celebrates with teammates during a timeout against the Boston Celtics in the fourth quarter at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on May 12, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cleveland Cavaliers won 102-94.
NBA

Zero Chance Cavaliers Can Trade Kevin Love This Year

  In 2014, Kevin Love was one of the best players in the NBA. He was a double-double... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Kevin Durant #7 of the NBA Brooklyn Nets and Team USA celebrates after he made a shot to tie the game and force overtime in the final seconds of the fourth quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks during game seven of the Eastern Conference second round at Barclays Center on June 19, 2021 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.
NBA

Ranking 2021 NBA Christmas Day Games After Schedule Release

  The NBA announced the Christmas Day games for the 2021-22 season. Christmas Day gam... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Kawhi Leonard #2 is congratulated by Paul George #13 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the second half of a game against the Houston Rockets at Staples Center on November 22, 2019 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Are Kawhi Leonard And Paul George A Good Enough Duo?

  The Los Angeles Clippers are set for the next couple of years with two superstars.... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Collin Sexton #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers goes up for a shot during the second half against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena on January 2, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.
NBA

Trading Collin Sexton Makes Sense For Cleveland Cavaliers

  The Cleveland Cavaliers and Collin Sexton are in a tough position with each other.... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics takes a shot as Dennis Schroder #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the fourth quarter at TD Garden on January 30, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Lakers defeat the Celtics 96-95.
NBA

How Dennis Schroder Can Return To Prominence With Celtics

  The Boston Celtics and Dennis Schroder have agreed on a one-year deal for $5.9 million... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
James Bouknight #5 of the Charlotte Hornets during the 2021 NBA Summer League at the Thomas & Mack Center on August 9, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Kings defeated the Hornets 80-70. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
NBA

NBA Fans Should Not Overreact To Summer League Play

  The NBA Summer League is the midway point for next season. We are removed from the... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Derrick Rose #4 of the New York Knicks celebrates late in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Hawks during game two of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals at Madison Square Garden on May 26, 2021 in New York City.The New York Knicks defeated the Atlanta Hawks 101-92.
NBA

Knicks Are Still Far Off From Being Top Contenders

  For the first time since 2013, the New York Knicks were playing playoff basketball.... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks dribbles during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Madison Square Garden on April 20, 2021 in New York City.
NBA

3 Reasons Julius Randle Deserved His Knicks Extension

  The New York Knicks and Julius Randle have agreed on a big contract extension. http... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Victor Oladipo #7 of the Houston Rockets in action during a game against the Washington Wizards at Toyota Center on January 26, 2021 in Houston, Texas.
NBA

Victor Oladipo Smart To Get Signed Amid Recovery

  Victor Oladipo is a former star in this league. He made back-to-back All-Star Games... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Bobby Portis #9 of the NBA Milwaukee Bucks celebrates against the Phoenix Suns during the first half in Game Five of the NBA Finals at Footprint Center on July 17, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona.
NBA

2 Best Contracts Handed Out In NBA Free Agency

  The NBA offseason is an interesting time for us fans. We see tons of contracts bein... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Stephen Curry #30 reacts with Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors after scoring a three point basket during the first quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on May 04, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

Are Golden State Warriors Second Best Team In The West?

  The Golden State Warriors are two years removed from their last NBA Finals appearance.... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives against Carmelo Anthony #00 of the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half of Game Three of the first round of the playoffs between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers at the AdventHealth Arena at the ESPN Wide World Of Sports Complex on August 22, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida.
NBA

What Is Carmelo Anthony's Role With Los Angeles Lakers?

  The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to reclaim their spot at the top of the NBA. Last... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Collin Sexton #2 and Jarrett Allen #31 of the NBA Cleveland Cavaliers celebrate during the final seconds of the game against the Houston Rockets at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 24, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Rockets 112-96.
NBA

2 Worst Contracts Handed Out In NBA Free Agency

  Free agency is a crazy time of the year in the NBA. We see tons of contracts being... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
John Collins #20 of the Atlanta Hawks and Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks argue about being charged with a foul during the first half in Game Four of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Milwaukee Bucks at State Farm Arena on June 29, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.
NBA

Is John Collins A True Sidekick To Trae Young With Hawks?

  The Atlanta Hawks had an exceptionally interesting 2021 season. We saw them look li... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls looks to pass under pressure from Lonzo Ball #2 of the New Orleans Pelicans at the United Center on February 10, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Pelicans 129-116.
NBA

Ideal Starting Lineup For Bulls After Major Acquisitions

  The Chicago Bulls have not made the playoffs in several years. They are desperate t... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after hitting a three-point shot during the final seconds of the first half of an NBA Tournament Play-In game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on May 19, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Grading Steph Curry's Monster Extension With Warriors

  Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors are inseparable. You cannot think of one... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Marc Gasol #14 and LeBron James #23 of the NBA Los Angeles Lakers argue a Gasol foul in the third quarter during against the Phoenix Suns game six of the Western Conference first round series at Staples Center on June 03, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Why Lakers Fans Should Be Concerned About Team's Age

  The Los Angeles Lakers must have not been happy being bounced in the first round this... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA commissioner Adam Silver (L) and Cade Cunningham poses for photos after Cunningham was drafted by the Detroit Pistons during the 2021 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on July 29, 2021 in New York City.
NBA

2 Veterans Pistons Can Add To Assist Cade Cunningham

  The Detroit Pistons are big winners this offseason for one reason. They won the lot... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts in the final seconds to the team's series loss against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game Six of the Eastern Conference Finals at State Farm Arena on July 03, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.
NBA

2 Players Hawks Can Add To Take Next Step Into Contention

  The Atlanta Hawks were not supposed to make it as far as they did in the playoffs.... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
Jimmy Butler #22 of the Miami Heat reacts after his team defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 103 - 93 during an NBA game at Smoothie King Center on March 04, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

Are Miami Heat Legitimate Contenders After Free Agent Additions?

  The Miami Heat have been active in free agency so far. Kyle Lowry and P.J. Tucker a... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago
NBA commissioner Adam Silver announces a pick for the Indiana Pacers during the 2021 NBA Draft at the Barclays Center on July 29, 2021 in New York City.
NBA

3 Most Exciting NBA Rookies Drafted In Second Round

  The NBA Draft is a great time to watch our favorite teams try and score on a great pla... Noel Guerra • 3 years ago


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