Shane Young

Shane Young

Joined: Nov 27, 2013

Shane is a NBA credentialed writer covering the Indiana Pacers. He also covers the Los Angeles Lakers for the site, and analyzes general NBA at BBallBreakdown.com. Currently a senior at the University of Louisville, his dream is to become a full-time NBA columnist, hopefully beginning as a beat writer in Indianapolis. You can contact Shane via email at: syoung@HoopsHabit.com.

Oct 31, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) talks with Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) against the New York Knicks in the second quarter at Verizon Center. The Knicks won 117-110. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Hard Screens Podcast: Washington Wizards Roundup, Western Conference Chaos

Jan 25, 2015; Orlando, FL, USA; Indiana Pacers head coach Frank Vogel calls a play against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Indiana Pacers defeated the Orlando Magic 106-99. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: No Identity, Little Defense in 0-3 Start

Oct 8, 2015; Ontario, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) and forward Julius Randle (30) react during the game against the Toronto Raptors at Citizens Business Bank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Hard Screens Podcast: 2015-16 Los Angeles Lakers Preview

Feb 11, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Flip Saunders looks on during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Target Center. The Warriors won 94-91. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Remembering The Legendary Flip Saunders, Who Passes at Age 60

Mar 8, 2015; Oakland, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) drives past Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) in the first quarter at Oracle Arena. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Power Rankings: Ranking All 30 Starting Point Guards

Sep 28, 2015; Miami, FL, USA; Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) takes a selfie during photo day at American Airlines Arena. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Dwyane Wade Relishes Savvy Veteran Role in 13th Season

Oct 3, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) holds the ball in the second quarter of the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Pelicans beat the Pacers, 110-105. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: 3 Observations From Preseason Opener

Los Angeles Lakers: Positive Signs After First Preseason Loss

Indiana Pacers: The Main Takeaway From Media Day

Nov 21, 2014; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) dribbles the ball as Cleveland Cavaliers guard Kyrie Irving (2) defends in the second quarter at Verizon Center. The Wizards won 91-78. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Hard Screens Podcast: 2015-16 Eastern Conference Seeding

Apr 27, 2014; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge (12) defends Houston Rockets center Dwight Howard (12) in the second half in game four of the first round of the 2014 NBA Playoffs at the Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-USA TODAY Sports

San Antonio Spurs: Dissecting LaMarcus Aldridge’s Defense

Los Angeles Lakers: Jordan Clarkson, The Future of Hollywood

Nov 24, 2014; Dallas, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Rodney Stuckey (2) and Dallas Mavericks guard Monta Ellis (11) fight for the loose ball during the first half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Managing The Wing Depth

May 12, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James (23) celebrates after a 106-101 win over the Chicago Bulls in game five of the second round of the NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

NBA: 2015-16 Eastern Conference Projections

Dec 2, 2014; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) during the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Tim Fuller-USA TODAY Sports

Kobe Bryant: Turning 37, It’s Time To Appreciate His Career

Dec 14, 2014; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) celebrates after passing Michael Jordan on the all-time scoring list against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. The Lakers defeated the Timberwolves 100-94. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports

Kobe Bryant: The Black Mamba Needs a Perfect Ending