Richard Nurse

Richard Nurse is a writer and editor who has crafted content that has appeared on RantSports, The Source, the New York Press, MSNSports.com and XXL Magazine -- as well as round table appearances with Marc Lamont Hill on the HuffPost Live. You can follow him on Twitter at @followthepen. Writing/PR Portfolio: https://www.clippings.me/users/richnurse
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Brooklyn Nets

History shows Kevin Durant's trade saga is no big deal

by Richard Nurse
Kevin Durant ruined basketball. At least that is the narrative 'hot take nation' likes to swirl around NBA circles — especially after his trade...
NBA

Summer basketball does more than solidify NBA legacies

by Richard Nurse
Imagine being a young child and witnessing the late Kobe Bryant walk into Harlem's Rucker Park to play summer basketball. Now picture, 11 years...
NBA Free Agency

The New York Knicks stole Jalen Brunson via NCAA recruitment

by Richard Nurse
When you think of the New York Knicks shedding cap space to sign a free agent, the first thought is - that sounds typical. But when you hear that...
Golden State Warriors

When did physicality become a detriment to the NBA Playoffs?

by Richard Nurse
Phrases like dirty play and player code are usually not NBA Playoff norms. Yet, they have been prominent during every Memphis Grizzlies...
Brooklyn Nets

Ben Simmons doesn't deserve all the blame for his situation

by Richard Nurse
Any mention of Ben Simmons or the Brooklyn Nets and the talking heads go viral. However, all scrutiny seems to sway one way. But what if someone...
NBA

3 players to look out for during the NBA postseason

by Richard Nurse
When the thought of ornery players comes to mind, very few could reach the cold-heartedness of Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant. They were the gold...
Milwaukee Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo record shines light on legend prowess

by Richard Nurse
Once Giannis Antetokounmpo secured his first championship with the Milwaukee Bucks, his status officially reached the realm of chasing metaphoric...