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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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NFL

The 49ers Won't Be The Same If They Trade Deebo Samuel

Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after scoring a touchdown 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

Does A Ben Simmons Return Make The Nets Favorites Again?

Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets stands for the singing of the national anthem before Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on April 20, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

How Much Should Cooper Kupp's Contract Extension Be Worth?

Cooper Kupp #10 of the Los Angles Rams against the Cincinnati Bengals during the Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Should The Cavaliers Pay Collin Sexton?

Collin Sexton #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first quarter at Staples Center on October 27, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Is Deandre Ayton Worth A Max Contract?

Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns high fives fans as he walks off the court following game one of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the New Orleans Pelicans at Footprint Center on April 17, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 110-109. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Clippers Are The NBA's Preeminent Hard-Luck Franchise

Reggie Jackson #1 of the LA Clippers waits during a 105-101 New Orleans Pelicans 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

James Harden Is Under More Pressure Than Anyone Else In The Playoffs

Head coach Doc Rivers and James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers speak during the fourth quarter against 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

The Heat Need Victor Oladipo To Step Up Big In The Playoffs

Jimmy Butler #22 and Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat talk during a free-throw attempt in the second half against the Golden State Warriors at FTX Arena on March 23, 2022 in Miami, Florida. 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

Why Scottie Barnes Is This Season's Rookie Of The Year

Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors goes up for a slam dunk against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half of their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on April 7, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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

This Is Likely Chris Paul's Last Chance To Win An NBA Championship

Jae Crowder #99 (left) and Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns sit on the bench during their game against the Golden State Warriors in the second half at Chase Center on March 30, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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

3 Reasons Why The Nets Will Defeat The Celtics

Seth Curry #30 of the Brooklyn Nets drives to the basket past Robert Williams III #44 of the Boston Celtics during a game at TD Garden on March 6, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Can The Timberwolves Take Down The Grizzlies?

Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates a 109-104 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers to advance to the NBA Playoffs during a Play-In Tournament game at Target Center on April 12, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Is Derek Carr Worth Every Penny Of His New Contract?

Quarterback Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders is pressured by defensive end Sam Hubbard #94 of the Cincinnati Bengals during the fourth quarter of the AFC Wild Card playoff game at Paul Brown Stadium on January 15, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

3 Teams That Could Trade For Jimmy Garoppolo Before The Draft

Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass the ball in the NFC Championship Game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

Are The 49ers Super Bowl Contenders With Trey Lance?

49ers QB Trey Lance warms up before the game against the Houston Texans at Levi's Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Santa Clara, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Darius Garland Can Cement His Star Status With A Win Friday

Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers in action against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on December 03, 2021 in Washington, DC. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Celtics Need One More Piece To Complete Their Championship Puzzle

Jaylen Brown #7 talks with Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 20, 2021 in New York City. The Knicks won 138-134. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Who Will Earn The Final NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Spot?

John Collins #20 of the NBA Atlanta Hawks dunks over Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at State Farm Arena on October 06, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Who Will Earn The Final Playoff Spot In The NBA Western Conference?

Gregg Popovich NBA head coach of the San Antonio Spurs shows his displeasure during game against the New Orleans Pelicans in the first half at AT&T Center on December 12, 2021 in San Antonio, Texas. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

3 Reasons The Suns Won't Win The NBA Championship

Chris Paul #3 of the NBA Phoenix Suns reacts during the NBA game at Footprint Center on November 02, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 112-100. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Mavericks Are Doomed Without Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic #77 of the NBA Dallas Mavericks reacts against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center on December 01, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

The Cavaliers Can Already Feel Good About This Season

Isaac Okoro #35 celebrates with Kevin Love #0 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on December 15, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Rockets 124-89. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

76ers Are On Their Way To Another Disappointing Postseason

Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets (L) guards DeAndre Jordan #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on April 02, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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

Wizards Need To Move On From Bradley Beal

Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards shoots the ball against Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 21, 2022 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. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Chicago Bulls Will Likely Be Eliminated Early In Playoffs

Coby White #0 of the Chicago Bulls handles the basketball in the second half against Malcolm Hill #14 of the Chicago Bulls at United Center on April 02, 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
NFL

49ers Should Pay Deebo Samuel His Market Value

Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during warm ups before the NFC Championship Game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NFL

49ers Can Follow A Familiar QB Strategy In 2022

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

The Timberwolves Have An Extremely Bright Future

Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the NBA Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates after scoring during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 28, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Timberwolves defeated the Cavaliers 127-122. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Can Jayson Tatum Win The MVP In 2023?

Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics reacts after a three-point shot during a game against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on March 6, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
NBA

Should Zion Williamson Leave The Pelicans?

Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans arrives prior to the game against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena on November 17, 2021 in Miami, Florida. Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers reacts after scoring a touchdown 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

The 49ers Won't Be The Same If They Trade Deebo Samuel

  A couple of days ago, the stunning news came that San Francisco 49ers wide receiver De... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets stands for the singing of the national anthem before Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs at TD Garden on April 20, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

Does A Ben Simmons Return Make The Nets Favorites Again?

  On Wednesday, the Brooklyn Nets lost another tough contest against the Boston Celtics,... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Cooper Kupp #10 of the Los Angles Rams against the Cincinnati Bengals during the Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium on February 13, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

How Much Should Cooper Kupp's Contract Extension Be Worth?

  There has been a flurry of big contracts given out this offseason throughout the Natio... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Collin Sexton #2 of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first quarter at Staples Center on October 27, 2021 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Should The Cavaliers Pay Collin Sexton?

  Despite a couple of tough losses in the play-in tournament that ended their playoff ho... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Deandre Ayton #22 of the Phoenix Suns high fives fans as he walks off the court following game one of the Western Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the New Orleans Pelicans at Footprint Center on April 17, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 110-109.
NBA

Is Deandre Ayton Worth A Max Contract?

  The Phoenix Suns have seemingly been on a mission all throughout this season, as they... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Reggie Jackson #1 of the LA Clippers waits during a 105-101 New Orleans Pelicans win in an NBA play-in tournament game at Crypto.com Arena on April 15, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
NBA

Clippers Are The NBA's Preeminent Hard-Luck Franchise

  This past week, the Los Angeles Clippers suffered yet another epic collapse to end the... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Head coach Doc Rivers and James Harden #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers speak during the fourth quarter against the Toronto Raptors during Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round at Wells Fargo Center on April 18, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
NBA

James Harden Is Under More Pressure Than Anyone Else In The Playoffs

  The NBA playoffs are pressure time, and there is an old saying the pressure either bur... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Jimmy Butler #22 and Victor Oladipo #4 of the Miami Heat talk during a free-throw attempt in the second half against the Golden State Warriors at FTX Arena on March 23, 2022 in Miami, Florida. 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 Heat Need Victor Oladipo To Step Up Big In The Playoffs

  The Miami Heat had a robust regular season, winning 53 games and compiling one of the... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors goes up for a slam dunk against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half of their basketball game at the Scotiabank Arena on April 7, 2022 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 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

Why Scottie Barnes Is This Season's Rookie Of The Year

  When the 2021-22 National Basketball Association season began, not too many people wer... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Jae Crowder #99 (left) and Chris Paul #3 of the Phoenix Suns sit on the bench during their game against the Golden State Warriors in the second half at Chase Center on March 30, 2022 in San Francisco, California. 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

This Is Likely Chris Paul's Last Chance To Win An NBA Championship

  A year after losing in the NBA Finals to Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Seth Curry #30 of the Brooklyn Nets drives to the basket past Robert Williams III #44 of the Boston Celtics during a game at TD Garden on March 6, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

3 Reasons Why The Nets Will Defeat The Celtics

  After a rough, up-and-down regular season filled with key injuries, the Kyrie Irving v... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates a 109-104 victory against the Los Angeles Clippers to advance to the NBA Playoffs during a Play-In Tournament game at Target Center on April 12, 2022 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
NBA

Can The Timberwolves Take Down The Grizzlies?

  One of the first-round matchups in the Western Conference playoffs - the Memphis Grizz... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Quarterback Derek Carr #4 of the Las Vegas Raiders is pressured by defensive end Sam Hubbard #94 of the Cincinnati Bengals during the fourth quarter of the AFC Wild Card playoff game at Paul Brown Stadium on January 15, 2022 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
NFL

Is Derek Carr Worth Every Penny Of His New Contract?

  On Wednesday, the Las Vegas Raiders gave their quarterback Derek Carr a gigantic contr... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Jimmy Garoppolo #10 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass the ball in the NFC Championship Game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

3 Teams That Could Trade For Jimmy Garoppolo Before The Draft

  The 2022 NFL Draft is just two weeks away, and as of now, quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
49ers QB Trey Lance warms up before the game against the Houston Texans at Levi's Stadium on January 02, 2022 in Santa Clara, California.
NFL

Are The 49ers Super Bowl Contenders With Trey Lance?

  The San Francisco 49ers' quarterback controversy continues, as the team still hasn't t... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers in action against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on December 03, 2021 in Washington, DC.
NBA

Darius Garland Can Cement His Star Status With A Win Friday

  Four years after LeBron James took his talents away from the Cleveland Cavaliers, they... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Jaylen Brown #7 talks with Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics during the second half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on October 20, 2021 in New York City. The Knicks won 138-134.
NBA

Celtics Need One More Piece To Complete Their Championship Puzzle

  As of now, with the 2022 NBA playoffs about to officially begin, the Boston Celtics ar... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
John Collins #20 of the NBA Atlanta Hawks dunks over Jarrett Allen #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the second half at State Farm Arena on October 06, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia.
NBA

Who Will Earn The Final NBA Eastern Conference Playoff Spot?

  The race for the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference is going to be very interesting... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Gregg Popovich NBA head coach of the San Antonio Spurs shows his displeasure during game against the New Orleans Pelicans in the first half at AT&T Center on December 12, 2021 in San Antonio, Texas.
NBA

Who Will Earn The Final Playoff Spot In The NBA Western Conference?

  In the first game of the NBA play-in tournament on Tuesday, the Los Angeles Clippers f... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Chris Paul #3 of the NBA Phoenix Suns reacts during the NBA game at Footprint Center on November 02, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Pelicans 112-100.
NBA

3 Reasons The Suns Won't Win The NBA Championship

  This has been, at least so far, the greatest season in Phoenix Suns history. They f... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Luka Doncic #77 of the NBA Dallas Mavericks reacts against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center on December 01, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
NBA

The Mavericks Are Doomed Without Luka Doncic

  In their final regular season game on Sunday, the Dallas Mavericks were dealt an immen... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Isaac Okoro #35 celebrates with Kevin Love #0 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on December 15, 2021 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Cavaliers defeated the Rockets 124-89.
NBA

The Cavaliers Can Already Feel Good About This Season

  After a four-year absence, the Cleveland Cavaliers are on the verge of participating i... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets (L) guards DeAndre Jordan #9 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on April 02, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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

76ers Are On Their Way To Another Disappointing Postseason

  Last season, the Philadelphia 76ers had a marvelous regular season, finishing with the... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards shoots the ball against Pascal Siakam #43 of the Toronto Raptors during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 21, 2022 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

Wizards Need To Move On From Bradley Beal

  Over the last few seasons, Bradley Beal has been one of the more underrated stars in t... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Coby White #0 of the Chicago Bulls handles the basketball in the second half against Malcolm Hill #14 of the Chicago Bulls at United Center on April 02, 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

Chicago Bulls Will Likely Be Eliminated Early In Playoffs

  In the early going of the 2021-22 National Basketball Association season, the Chicago... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Deebo Samuel #19 of the San Francisco 49ers looks on during warm ups before the NFC Championship Game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 30, 2022 in Inglewood, California.
NFL

49ers Should Pay Deebo Samuel His Market Value

  After two promising seasons in the National Football League, San Francisco 49ers wide... 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

49ers Can Follow A Familiar QB Strategy In 2022

  With a few months to go before training camp opens ahead of the 2022 National Football... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the NBA Minnesota Timberwolves celebrates after scoring during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on February 28, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. The Timberwolves defeated the Cavaliers 127-122.
NBA

The Timberwolves Have An Extremely Bright Future

  Coming into the 2021-22 NBA season, not many people expected the Minnesota Timberwolve... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics reacts after a three-point shot during a game against the Brooklyn Nets at TD Garden on March 6, 2022 in Boston, Massachusetts.
NBA

Can Jayson Tatum Win The MVP In 2023?

  Over the last several weeks, the Boston Celtics have been one of the hottest teams in... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago
Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans arrives prior to the game against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena on November 17, 2021 in Miami, Florida.
NBA

Should Zion Williamson Leave The Pelicans?

  When Zion Williamson was chosen with the top pick in the 2019 NBA Draft by the New Orl... Robert Marvi • 2 years ago


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