Matthew Handel

Matthew Handel

Joined: Jan 12, 2016

College kid with dreams of becoming a great journalist. I have a burning passion for sports and I'm so glad to bring you a fresh take on the NBA!

Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

How Far Can Paul George’s Career Year Go?

Mar 27, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) holds the ball while Houston Rockets guard Patrick Beverley (2) defends in the first half of the game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Indiana Pacers beat the Houston Rockets by the score of 104-101. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Recent Loss Could Start Slippery Slope

Mar 24, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner (33) dribbles the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Pacers won 92-84. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Pacers Hope To Hang On To Playoff Spot

Mar 15, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) looks to pass the ball while Boston Celtics guard Marcus Smart (36) defends in the second half of the game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana Pacers defeat Boston Celtics 103-98.Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Home Wins Key For Pacers’ Playoff Push

MANHATTAN, NY - CIRCA 1990's: Point Guard John Stockton #12 of the Utah Jazz brings the ball up court against the New York Knicks circa early 1990's during an NBA basketball game at Madison Square Garden in Manhattan, New York. Stockton played for the Jazz from 1984-03. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

15 1990’s NBA Players That Would Suck Today

Mar 12, 2016; Dallas, TX, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) and guard Monta Ellis (11) congratulate each other during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Much Needed Playoff Boost

Feb 21, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Myles Turner (33) pumps his fist as he makes a basket against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center. Indiana Pacers defeated the Orlando Magic 105-102. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Starting Second Half Strong

Oct 31, 2015; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Lance Stephenson (1) guards Sacramento Kings forward Rudy Gay (8) in the first half of the game against at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

Memphis Grizzlies Add More Temper, Bring In Lance Stephenson

Feb 7, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Magic forward Channing Frye (8) shoots over Atlanta Hawks forward Mike Scott (32) during the second quarter during the second quarter of a basketball game at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

Cleveland Cavaliers: Adding Channing Frye Will Create Space

Jan 12, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Detroit Pistons guard Brandon Jennings (7) looks to play a ball during the first quarter in a game against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Detroit Pistons won 114-111. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports

Detroit Pistons Trade Deadline: Grading Jennings and Ilyasova Deal

Jan 28, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Jeff Teague (0) dribbles the ball as Indiana Pacers guard George Hill (3) defends at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Pacers won 111-92. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: What’s Most Important When Playing Atlanta?

Jan 26, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Monta Ellis (11) brings the ball up court against the Los Angeles Clippers at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Pacers A Team Of Journeymen

Jan 19, 2016; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Monta Ellis (11) looks up on the court in the game against the Phoenix Suns at Talking Stick Resort Arena. The Pacers won 97-94. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Stewart-USA TODAY Sports

More Questions Than Answers After 1-3 Trip

Jan 12, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) dribbles the ball in the second half of the game against the Phoenix Suns at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Indiana Pacers beat the Phoenix Suns by the score of 116-97. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers: Paul George’s Comeback Season

Dec 16, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers guard George Hill (3) brings the ball up court against the Dallas Mavericks during the game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats Dallas 107-81. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

What Happened To The Indiana Pacers?

Jan 12, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) dribbles the ball in the second half of the game against the Phoenix Suns at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The Indiana Pacers beat the Phoenix Suns by the score of 116-97. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Indiana Pacers Start Western Road Trip