Jake Hyman

Jake Hyman

Joined: May 5, 2015

Jake is a contributor for The Step Back. He specializes in interview features and deep dive analysis. Jake currently is a journalism and media studies and production major at Temple University.

Jan 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Richaun Holmes (22) in a game against the Boston Celtics at Wells Fargo Center. The Boston Celtics won 112-92. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers Lacking Promise Without Key Players

Mar 1, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Brooklyn Nets head coach Tony Brown looks up during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center. The Los Angeles Lakers won 107-101. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Tony Brown Trekking with Flawed Brooklyn Nets Roster

Feb 19, 2016; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Brooklyn Nets small forward Joe Johnson (7) drives against New York Knicks small forward Lance Thomas (42) and power forward Kristaps Porzingis (6) during the third quarter at Barclays Center. The Nets defeated the Knicks 109-98. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Joe Johnson Boosts Miami Heat’s Sporadic Small Forward Rotation

Feb 23, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Orlando Magic forward Aaron Gordon (00) examines his sneaker after it falls apart on the court during the second half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Orlando Magic won 124-115. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Gordon Given Keys to Succeed From Magic

Feb 19, 2016; Portland, OR, USA; Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard (0) reacts after hitting a three point shot during the third quarter of the game against the Golden State Warriors at the Moda Center at the Rose Quarter. Lillard scored 51 points as the Blazers won the game 137-105. Mandatory Credit: Steve Dykes-USA TODAY Sports

Refusing to Lay Down, Portland’s Built for Stability

Dec 7, 2015; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers general manager Sam Hinkie speaks to the media during a press conference to introduce Jerry Colangelo (not pictured) as special advisor before a game against the San Antonio Spurs at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Plenty Of Positives For 76ers Despite Quiet Trade Deadline

Dec 4, 2015; Washington, DC, USA; Phoenix Suns forward Markieff Morris (11) dribbles past Washington Wizards guard Jared Dudley (1) during the second quarter at Verizon Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Wizards Ignite Playoff Aspirations By Adding Markieff Morris

Jan 15, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Anderson Varejao (17) gets a rebound during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Portland Trail Blazers Cap Flexibility Opened up Varejao Trade Possibility

Oct 13, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Toney Douglas (23) takes a shot against Detroit Pistons center Joel Anthony (50) and guard Jodie Meeks (20) at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Detroit 101-97. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Houston Rockets Smart to Acknowledge Future in Pistons Trade

Oct 23, 2015; Orlando, FL, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jarnell Stokes (1) saves the ball against the Orlando Magic during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Miami Heat Sheds Salary in Jarnell Stokes Trade

Dec 14, 2015; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) react after scoring late in the fourth quarter during the fourth quarter of the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills. The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the Detroit Pistons 105-103 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Leon Halip-USA TODAY Sports

Clippers’ Trade Demands For Blake Griffin Were Unrealistic

Jan 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel (4) and center Jahlil Okafor (8) react after a score against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Timing is Suboptimal for 76ers to Make Blockbuster Deal

Jan 10, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward P.J. Hairston (19) shoots the ball during the second half against the Denver Nuggets at Pepsi Center. The Nuggets won 95-92. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports

Memphis Grizzlies Get Coup in Courtney Lee Trade

Nov 15, 2015; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Courtney Lee (5) dribbles in the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports

Courtney Lee Trade Gives Hornets A Jolt On Perimeter

Jan 24, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Nerlens Noel (4) and center Jahlil Okafor (8) react after a score against the Boston Celtics during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia 76ers: Q&A with The Inquirer’s Marc Narducci

Feb 14, 2015; New York, NY, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Zach LaVine (left) receives the trophy after winning the 2015 NBA All Star Slam Dunk Contest competition at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

5 Dunks Zach LaVine Should do in 2016 Dunk Contest