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Robert Marvi
Robert Marvi
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University of California, Santa Barbara
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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.
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NBA

Giannis Antetokounmpo Showed Why He's The Best Player In Basketball

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks goes to the basket for a shot during the second half of Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on May 11, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Were The Pacers Wrong To Trade Domantas Sabonis?

Domantas Sabonis #11 of the Indiana Pacers celebrates a lead as LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks to the bench after a timeout during a 111-104 Pacers win at Crypto.com Arena on January 19, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Should The Nets Get Rid Of Kyrie Irving?

Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on April 06, 2022 in New York City. The Nets won 110-98. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Joel Embiid Still Has A Ways To Go Before He's A True MVP

Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Miami Heat during the first half in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at FTX Arena on May 10, 2022 in Miami, Florida. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Warriors Are Showing Why They Could Win The NBA Championship

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors walks onto the court before their game against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Four of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at Chase Center on May 09, 2022 in San Francisco, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Are The 49ers Making A Mistake Getting Rid Of Jimmy Garoppolo?

Jimmy Garoppolo #10 and Trey Lance #5 of the San Francisco 49ers talk to each other on the sidelines before their preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Levi's Stadium on August 29, 2021 in Santa Clara, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Why Nikola Jokic Didn't Deserve The MVP Award

Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets looks for a foul call against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter during Game Three of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena on April 21, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Grizzlies Are Done Without Ja Morant

Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at FedExForum on March 26, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Are The Mavericks Proving They're More Than A One-Man Team?

Maxi Kleber #42 and teammate Davis Bertans #44 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrate a Bertans three point basket against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Semifinals at American Airlines Center on May 8, 2022 in Dallas, Texas. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Carrying The Bucks On His Own

Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks in front of Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics during the second half of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at Fiserv Forum on May 09, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Nikola Jokic Has Proven He Is One Of The Most Unique Players Ever

Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets puts yp a shot over Nemanja Bjelica #8 of the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter during Game Four of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena on April 24, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Celtics Ditching Depth In Favor Of Experience

Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics dribbles downcourt against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter of Game Two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at TD Garden on May 03, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Dolphins Are Serious About Making A Run At The AFC East Crown

Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins celebrates after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in the game at Hard Rock Stadium on November 11, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

49ers Could Use Help Defensively At This Position

A San Francisco 49ers helmet sits on field before the game against the San Francisco 49ers and the Cincinnati Bengals on September 15th 2019, at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, OH. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Sixers Prove They Have The Depth To Compete With Miami

Danny Green #14 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Miami Heat in the second half during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals at the Wells Fargo Center on May 6, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Heat 99-79. 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

Recent Incidents Prove Today's NBA Isn't Soft

Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and Kyle Anderson #1 of the Memphis Grizzlies fight for the ball during Game One of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 01, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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

Clippers Still Need One More Piece To Win It All

Brandon Ingram #14 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives past Robert Covington #23 of the LA Clippers during a 105-101 Pelican win in an NBA play-in tournament game at Crypto.com Arena on April 15, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

How Long Will Golden State's Championship Window Stay Open?

Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots against Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Two of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 03, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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
NFL

3 Reasons Kyler Murray Is Worth Top Dollar

Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals throws the ball during warm-ups before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at State Farm Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

3 Possible Destinations For Donovan Mitchell

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

Is Kyle Shanahan To Blame For The Deebo Samuel Saga?

Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers leaves the field after being hit after a catch in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Victor Oladipo Is Starting To Look Like His Old Self

Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat celebrates after defeating the Atlanta Hawks 97-94 in Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round to advance at FTX Arena on April 26, 2022 in Miami, Florida. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Tyrese Maxey Is Becoming A Star For The 76ers

Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots over Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors during Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round at Wells Fargo Center on April 18, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

3 Possible Destinations For Bradley Beal

Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball during the NBA game at Footprint Center on December 16, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Do The Chargers Need Another Prominent Wide Receiver?

Los Angeles Chargers celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at SoFi Stadium on December 16, 2021 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Should The Knicks Start From Scratch In 2022?

Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks looks on during a time out in the second half of a game against the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on February 25, 2022 in New York City. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Will The Bengals Regress In 2022?

Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals limps off the field during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

There's No Need For The Nets To Make Major Changes

Kevin Durant #7 and Kyrie Irving #11 of the NBA Brooklyn Nets look on in the final seconds of their 109-103 loss against the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on April 23, 2022 in New York City. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Should The Jazz Start Over This Summer?

Rudy Gobert #27 of the Utah Jazz looks on during the second half of Game 6 of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks at Vivint Smart Home Arena on April 28, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

What Do The Bulls Need To Get To The Next Level?

Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Chicago Bulls against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 04, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks goes to the basket for a shot during the second half of Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on May 11, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

Giannis Antetokounmpo Showed Why He's The Best Player In Basketball

  On Wednesday, the Milwaukee Bucks battled the Boston Celtics for control of the Easter... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Domantas Sabonis #11 of the Indiana Pacers celebrates a lead as LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks to the bench after a timeout during a 111-104 Pacers win at Crypto.com Arena on January 19, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Were The Pacers Wrong To Trade Domantas Sabonis?

  Just two years ago, the Indiana Pacers had a promising young team that was centered ar... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on April 06, 2022 in New York City. The Nets won 110-98.
NBA

Should The Nets Get Rid Of Kyrie Irving?

  The Brooklyn Nets had a hugely disappointing 2021-22 season, as they lost in the first... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Miami Heat during the first half in Game Five of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at FTX Arena on May 10, 2022 in Miami, Florida.
NBA

Joel Embiid Still Has A Ways To Go Before He's A True MVP

  Coming into the Eastern Conference semifinals versus the Miami Heat, the Philadelphia... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors walks onto the court before their game against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Four of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at Chase Center on May 09, 2022 in San Francisco, California.
NBA

The Warriors Are Showing Why They Could Win The NBA Championship

  For much of the regular season, the Golden State Warriors were simply looking to put s... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Jimmy Garoppolo #10 and Trey Lance #5 of the San Francisco 49ers talk to each other on the sidelines before their preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Levi's Stadium on August 29, 2021 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

Are The 49ers Making A Mistake Getting Rid Of Jimmy Garoppolo?

  With about two months to go before they start training camp, the San Francisco 49ers h... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets looks for a foul call against the Golden State Warriors in the fourth quarter during Game Three of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena on April 21, 2022 in Denver, Colorado.
NBA

Why Nikola Jokic Didn't Deserve The MVP Award

  On Monday, it was announced that Denver Nuggets big man Nikola Jokic will win his seco... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies warms up before the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at FedExForum on March 26, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee.
NBA

The Grizzlies Are Done Without Ja Morant

  In Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals against the Golden State Warriors, Ja M... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Maxi Kleber #42 and teammate Davis Bertans #44 of the Dallas Mavericks celebrate a Bertans three point basket against the Phoenix Suns during the first half of Game Four of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Semifinals at American Airlines Center on May 8, 2022 in Dallas, Texas.
NBA

Are The Mavericks Proving They're More Than A One-Man Team?

  When the Dallas Mavericks began their best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal serie... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks in front of Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics during the second half of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at Fiserv Forum on May 09, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
NBA

Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Carrying The Bucks On His Own

  The Milwaukee Bucks are engaged in a tug of war with the Boston Celtics in the Eastern... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets puts yp a shot over Nemanja Bjelica #8 of the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter during Game Four of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena on April 24, 2022 in Denver, Colorado.
NBA

Nikola Jokic Has Proven He Is One Of The Most Unique Players Ever

  On Monday, it was reported that Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic had been named the... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Al Horford #42 of the Boston Celtics dribbles downcourt against the Milwaukee Bucks during the first quarter of Game Two of the Eastern Conference Semifinals at TD Garden on May 03, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

Celtics Ditching Depth In Favor Of Experience

  After they lost Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals to the Milwaukee Bucks on... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins celebrates after defeating the Baltimore Ravens in the game at Hard Rock Stadium on November 11, 2021 in Miami Gardens, Florida.
NFL

Dolphins Are Serious About Making A Run At The AFC East Crown

  Ever since Dan Marino, one of the greatest and most prolific quarterbacks ever, retire... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
A San Francisco 49ers helmet sits on field before the game against the San Francisco 49ers and the Cincinnati Bengals on September 15th 2019, at Paul Brown Stadium in Cincinnati, OH.
NFL

49ers Could Use Help Defensively At This Position

  Amidst the San Francisco 49ers' brewing quarterback controversy between incumbent Jimmy Ga... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Danny Green #14 of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts against the Miami Heat in the second half during Game Three of the 2022 NBA Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals at the Wells Fargo Center on May 6, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers defeated the Heat 99-79. 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

The Sixers Prove They Have The Depth To Compete With Miami

  In the first two games of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Miami Heat, th... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors and Kyle Anderson #1 of the Memphis Grizzlies fight for the ball during Game One of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 01, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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

Recent Incidents Prove Today's NBA Isn't Soft

  A common refrain and complaint that many have about the National Basketball Associatio... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Brandon Ingram #14 of the New Orleans Pelicans drives past Robert Covington #23 of the LA Clippers during a 105-101 Pelican win in an NBA play-in tournament game at Crypto.com Arena on April 15, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Clippers Still Need One More Piece To Win It All

  The Los Angeles Clippers were shorthanded all season long, and despite fighting hard,... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots against Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Two of the Western Conference Semifinals of the NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on May 03, 2022 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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

How Long Will Golden State's Championship Window Stay Open?

  Since the beginning of this season, the Golden State Warriors have gradually been gett... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals throws the ball during warm-ups before the game against the Seattle Seahawks at State Farm Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona.
NFL

3 Reasons Kyler Murray Is Worth Top Dollar

  This past season, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray had a nice season, postin... 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

3 Possible Destinations For Donovan Mitchell

  After the Utah Jazz fell to the Dallas Mavericks in six games in the first round of th... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers leaves the field after being hit after a catch in the second quarter against the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

Is Kyle Shanahan To Blame For The Deebo Samuel Saga?

  A week after the 2022 NFL Draft, the Deebo Samuel saga in San Francisco continues.... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat celebrates after defeating the Atlanta Hawks 97-94 in Game Five of the Eastern Conference First Round to advance at FTX Arena on April 26, 2022 in Miami, Florida.
NBA

Victor Oladipo Is Starting To Look Like His Old Self

  All through the regular season, the Miami Heat looked impressive thanks to the acquisi... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots over Fred VanVleet #23 of the Toronto Raptors during Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round at Wells Fargo Center on April 18, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NBA

Tyrese Maxey Is Becoming A Star For The 76ers

  Right now, the Philadelphia 76ers' prospects are looking bad. After allowing the To... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball during the NBA game at Footprint Center on December 16, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona.
NBA

3 Possible Destinations For Bradley Beal

  Bradley Beal has been one of the NBA's best shooting guards for years now, but he has... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Los Angeles Chargers celebrates after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at SoFi Stadium on December 16, 2021 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

Do The Chargers Need Another Prominent Wide Receiver?

  The Los Angeles Chargers look to have the makings of a team that could win the AFC Wes... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks looks on during a time out in the second half of a game against the Miami Heat at Madison Square Garden on February 25, 2022 in New York City.
NBA

Should The Knicks Start From Scratch In 2022?

  Last season, the New York Knicks were the National Basketball Association's feel-good... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Joe Burrow #9 of the Cincinnati Bengals limps off the field during Super Bowl LVI at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

Will The Bengals Regress In 2022?

  Coming into the 2021 National Football League season, few people thought the Cincinnat... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Kevin Durant #7 and Kyrie Irving #11 of the NBA Brooklyn Nets look on in the final seconds of their 109-103 loss against the Boston Celtics during Game Three of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at Barclays Center on April 23, 2022 in New York City.
NBA

There's No Need For The Nets To Make Major Changes

  Coming into the 2021-22 season, many were picking the Brooklyn Nets to win the Nationa... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Rudy Gobert #27 of the Utah Jazz looks on during the second half of Game 6 of the Western Conference First Round Playoffs against the Dallas Mavericks at Vivint Smart Home Arena on April 28, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
NBA

Should The Jazz Start Over This Summer?

  A year after finishing with the NBA's best record, the Utah Jazz have exited in the fi... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Chicago Bulls against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on February 04, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
NBA

What Do The Bulls Need To Get To The Next Level?

  During the first few months of the 2021-22 NBA season, the Chicago Bulls were looking... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago


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