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Friday, April 19, 2024
Robert Marvi
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Robert is a Los Angeles-area native and has been an avid NFL and NBA fan since he was a little kid. He feels strongly that pro sports aren't just a form of entertainment, but also a great way to learn life lessons and find inspiration.
Articles
NBA

Kenny Atkinson Is An Uninspiring Coaching Choice For The Hornets

Head Coach Kenny Atkinson of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers at Barclays Center on January 23, 2020 in New York City. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Frank Gore Is An Obvious First-Ballot Hall Of Famer

Running back Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers runs the ball in the first half against the San Diego Chargers at Levi's Stadium on December 20, 2014 in Santa Clara, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

It's Time For Draymond Green To Step Up In The Finals

Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors reacts to a play in the third quarter against Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 08, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Boston Celtics won 116-100. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Jaylen Brown Is Looking Like The Finals MVP So Far

Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts to a play in the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 08, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Warriors Need To Play Bigger To Come Back Versus The Celtics

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors looks on in the second quarter against the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 08, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Should The Pelicans Give Zion Williamson A Contract Extension?

Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans stands on the court during the first quarter of an NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Smoothie King Center on March 15, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Frank Vogel Deserves An NBA Head Coaching Job Somewhere

Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the second half of the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on April 05, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 121-110. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Is Hawks Star Trae Young Underrated?

Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts to a basket during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on April 10, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Raptors Should Take A Swing At Trading For A Star

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors follows through on a shot over Georges Niang #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Six of the Eastern Conference First Round against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on April 28, 2022 in Toronto, Canada. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Bulls Letting Zach LaVine Leave Would Be Foolish

Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls takes a three point shot in the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks during Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 20, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Warriors Need Klay Thompson To Return To Form

Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles during the third quarter against the Boston Celtics Game Two of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 05, 2022 in San Francisco, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Does Aaron Donald's New Contract Make The Rams NFC Favorites?

Aaron Donald #99 of the Los Angeles Rams reacts after a sack on Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

It's Time For Stephen Curry To Win The NBA Finals MVP

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots against the Boston Celtics during the third quarterin Game Two of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 05, 2022 in San Francisco, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Is Donovan Mitchell A True Superstar?

Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Utah Jazz warms up before Game Three of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks at Vivint Smart Home Arena on April 21, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Could the Dolphins End Up Being A Big Disappointment This Season?

Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins looks to make a pass play against the New York Jets in the second half at Hard Rock Stadium on December 19, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Does Brandon Staley Need To Make The Playoffs To Keep His Job?

Head coach Brandon Staley of the Los Angeles Chargers looks on during the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Did Devin Booker Deserve To Be On The All-NBA First Team?

Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of Game One of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Footprint Center on April 17, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 110-109. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

A Marcus Smart Injury Could Cost The Celtics The ECF

Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics looks on from the bench against the Miami Heat during the second quarter in Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 23, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Mavericks Now Have A Formula To Win With Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game Three of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at American Airlines Center on May 22, 2022 in Dallas, Texas. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Warriors Have Sent A Bold Statement To The Rest Of The NBA

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates after shooting a three point basket against the Dallas Mavericks during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

The Rams Need Aaron Donald To Return In Order To Repeat

Aaron Donald #99 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates a win after a game against the Detroit Lions at SoFi Stadium on October 24, 2021 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Deshaun Watson Is Trying To Build Chemistry With His New Teammates

Quarterback Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns speaks during a press conference at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 25, 2022 in Berea, Ohio. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

How Many More Elite Years Does Kevin Durant Have Left?

Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets shoots a free throw during the second half of a game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center on January 12, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Giannis Continues To Rack Up Individual Honors

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks handles the ball against Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the third quarter in Game Seven of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals at TD Garden on May 15, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

We Haven't Seen The Best Of The Warriors Yet

Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors hugs teammate Stephen Curry #30 prior to Game One against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Klay Thompson Is Getting Close To His Old Self

Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors warms up prior to Game One against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Heat Badly Need Kyle Lowry Back

Kyle Lowry #7 of the Miami Heat reacts against the Atlanta Hawks during second half in Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round at State Farm Arena on April 22, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Celtics Are Making A Statement To Miami And Rest Of The NBA

Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics celebrates a three point basket with teammate Al Horford #42 during the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat in Game Two of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at FTX Arena on May 19, 2022 in Miami, Florida. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Warriors Humbled Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Giannis Antetokounmpo Has Nothing To Feel Bad About This Season

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks walks backcourt during the second quarter of Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on April 22, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. 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. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Head Coach Kenny Atkinson of the Brooklyn Nets looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers at Barclays Center on January 23, 2020 in New York City.
NBA

Kenny Atkinson Is An Uninspiring Coaching Choice For The Hornets

  The Charlotte Hornets had a nice and auspicious season, winning 43 games, their most i... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Running back Frank Gore #21 of the San Francisco 49ers runs the ball in the first half against the San Diego Chargers at Levi's Stadium on December 20, 2014 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

Frank Gore Is An Obvious First-Ballot Hall Of Famer

  Several weeks ago, running back Frank Gore officially retired after 16 seasons in the... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors reacts to a play in the third quarter against Derrick White #9 of the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 08, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. The Boston Celtics won 116-100.
NBA

It's Time For Draymond Green To Step Up In The Finals

  Down two games to one in the NBA Finals to the Boston Celtics, there is concern surrou... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics reacts to a play in the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 08, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

Jaylen Brown Is Looking Like The Finals MVP So Far

  With a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals, the Boston Celtics are halfway to claiming their 18... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors looks on in the second quarter against the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Finals at TD Garden on June 08, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

The Warriors Need To Play Bigger To Come Back Versus The Celtics

  Going into Game 3 of the 2022 NBA Finals, things looked pretty evenly matched between... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans stands on the court during the first quarter of an NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Smoothie King Center on March 15, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

Should The Pelicans Give Zion Williamson A Contract Extension?

  The New Orleans Pelicans have a promising roster, and their appearance in the NBA play... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts during the second half of the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on April 05, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 121-110.
NBA

Frank Vogel Deserves An NBA Head Coaching Job Somewhere

  Three years ago, Frank Vogel was hired to be the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Trae Young #11 of the Atlanta Hawks reacts to a basket during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on April 10, 2022 in Houston, Texas.
NBA

Is Hawks Star Trae Young Underrated?

  These days, when people talk about the true superstars in the NBA, the discussion is l... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors follows through on a shot over Georges Niang #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Six of the Eastern Conference First Round against the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on April 28, 2022 in Toronto, Canada.
NBA

The Raptors Should Take A Swing At Trading For A Star

  After winning the NBA championship in 2019, the Toronto Raptors took a big step back w... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls takes a three point shot in the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks during Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 20, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
NBA

The Bulls Letting Zach LaVine Leave Would Be Foolish

  After missing the playoffs for the past several seasons, the Chicago Bulls returned to... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles during the third quarter against the Boston Celtics Game Two of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 05, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

The Warriors Need Klay Thompson To Return To Form

  Although things may not be looking great for the Golden State Warriors after two games... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Aaron Donald #99 of the Los Angeles Rams reacts after a sack on Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

Does Aaron Donald's New Contract Make The Rams NFC Favorites?

  Right after the Los Angeles Rams won the Super Bowl in February, multiple members of t... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots against the Boston Celtics during the third quarterin Game Two of the 2022 NBA Finals at Chase Center on June 05, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

It's Time For Stephen Curry To Win The NBA Finals MVP

  For the last several years, Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry has been reg... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Utah Jazz warms up before Game Three of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks at Vivint Smart Home Arena on April 21, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
NBA

Is Donovan Mitchell A True Superstar?

  In five seasons in the NBA, Utah Jazz guard Donovan Mitchell has turned more than a fe... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins looks to make a pass play against the New York Jets in the second half at Hard Rock Stadium on December 19, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
NFL

Could the Dolphins End Up Being A Big Disappointment This Season?

  After narrowly missing the playoffs last year for the 18th time in the last 20 seasons... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Head coach Brandon Staley of the Los Angeles Chargers looks on during the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
NFL

Does Brandon Staley Need To Make The Playoffs To Keep His Job?

  The Los Angeles Chargers have a lot to be excited about this coming season. They bo... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of Game One of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Footprint Center on April 17, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 110-109.
NBA

Did Devin Booker Deserve To Be On The All-NBA First Team?

  On Tuesday, the NBA announced its three All-NBA teams. League MVP Nikola Jokic was... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Marcus Smart of the Boston Celtics looks on from the bench against the Miami Heat during the second quarter in Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at TD Garden on May 23, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

A Marcus Smart Injury Could Cost The Celtics The ECF

  There have been no constants so far in the Eastern Conference Finals between the Miami... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks reacts to a play during the fourth quarter against the Golden State Warriors in Game Three of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at American Airlines Center on May 22, 2022 in Dallas, Texas.
NBA

The Mavericks Now Have A Formula To Win With Luka Doncic

  On Tuesday, the Dallas Mavericks headed into Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals f... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors celebrates after shooting a three point basket against the Dallas Mavericks during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

Warriors Have Sent A Bold Statement To The Rest Of The NBA

  After the Golden State Warriors easily won Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals aga... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Aaron Donald #99 of the Los Angeles Rams celebrates a win after a game against the Detroit Lions at SoFi Stadium on October 24, 2021 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

The Rams Need Aaron Donald To Return In Order To Repeat

  Right after the Los Angeles Rams won Super Bowl LVI a few months ago, many members of... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Quarterback Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns speaks during a press conference at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on March 25, 2022 in Berea, Ohio.
NFL

Deshaun Watson Is Trying To Build Chemistry With His New Teammates

  The fan base of the Cleveland Browns seems divided on the team's acquisition of star q... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Kevin Durant #7 of the Brooklyn Nets shoots a free throw during the second half of a game against the Chicago Bulls at United Center on January 12, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois.
NBA

How Many More Elite Years Does Kevin Durant Have Left?

  When Kevin Durant tore his Achilles during the 2019 NBA Finals just weeks after suffer... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks handles the ball against Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics during the third quarter in Game Seven of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals at TD Garden on May 15, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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

Giannis Continues To Rack Up Individual Honors

  Three seasons ago, the Milwaukee Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo emerged as a fully-fledg... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors hugs teammate Stephen Curry #30 prior to Game One against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

We Haven't Seen The Best Of The Warriors Yet

  The Golden State Warriors appear to be gradually building towards what could be a run... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors warms up prior to Game One against the Dallas Mavericks in the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

Klay Thompson Is Getting Close To His Old Self

  The Golden State Warriors were never whole during the regular season, but they have be... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Kyle Lowry #7 of the Miami Heat reacts against the Atlanta Hawks during second half in Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round at State Farm Arena on April 22, 2022 in Atlanta, Georgia.
NBA

The Heat Badly Need Kyle Lowry Back

  After winning Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals versus the Boston Celtics on Tue... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Marcus Smart #36 of the Boston Celtics celebrates a three point basket with teammate Al Horford #42 during the fourth quarter against the Miami Heat in Game Two of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Finals at FTX Arena on May 19, 2022 in Miami, Florida.
NBA

Celtics Are Making A Statement To Miami And Rest Of The NBA

  When the Boston Celtics swept the Brooklyn Nets in the first round of the 2022 NBA pla... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Luka Doncic #77 of the Dallas Mavericks looks on against the Golden State Warriors during the third quarter in Game One of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals at Chase Center on May 18, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

The Warriors Humbled Luka Doncic

  In the first two rounds of the 2022 NBA playoffs, Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Donc... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks walks backcourt during the second quarter of Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs against the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on April 22, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. 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

Giannis Antetokounmpo Has Nothing To Feel Bad About This Season

  In the 2019 and 2020 NBA playoffs, Giannis Antetokounmpo came up small after winning t... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago

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