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Paul Franke

University of Michigan

Paul Franke is a NGJ Contributor and a freshman at the University of Michigan. He's originally from San Diego, California.

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Step Aside, OKC: LA is Back with Steve Nash and a Big Four July 5, 2012 Now led by the greatest quartet in the NBA consisting of Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol, Andrew Bynum and Steve Nash, anything less than an NBA Championship in 2013 for the Lakers will send their spoiled fans into an offseason of misery and doubt. comments (3) There’s Plenty of Heat in the Kitchen June 12, 2012 James, Wade and Bosh are going to have to all play up to their potential to defeat the Thunder, but it can certainly be done. comments (2) Quick vs. Elliot: The Hero vs. The Blame May 7, 2012 While LA Kings' goalie Jonathan Quick became a hero at the Staples Center on Sunday, St. Louis goalie Brian Elliott rode out his goaltending woes to a delirious crowd. But only time will tell whether the Kings can continue the march to their first Stanley Cup. comments (0) The Madden Curse — It’s for Real April 26, 2012 Though being selected to be the cover athlete for Madden NFL is quite an accomplishment, the season following the selection hasn't proved successful for past winners. 2013 cover winner Calvin Johnson of the Detroit Lions will look to dodge that bullet. comments (2) UCLA Basketball Finds Its Savior April 12, 2012 The past few seasons for Bruins' fans have been far from what they had planned following back-to-back-to-back Final Four appearances. Landing top recruit Shabazz Mohammad gives them hope for a future. comments (1) College Basketball Attendance: On the Decline March 23, 2012 Whether it be internet streaming, off-the-court distractions, one-and-done players, lack of student interest, or a combination of these factors, college basketball is dire need of a change. Nothing can take the place of filling a college basketball arena—you can’t storm the court from your couch. comments (0) Last Year’s March Heroes—Where Are They Now? March 10, 2012 Each year, a new March brings new heroes and Cinderella teams in NCAA basketball. Where are last March's heroes today, from Kemba Walker to Jamie Skeen? And who will remain shining through this year's Madness? comments (0) As the Madness Approaches… February 21, 2012 With March Madness fast approaching, the time has come to make some early predictions...and realize that they will likely be for naught. No matter what we think we know about college basketball, come March the NCAA always finds a way to keep us all unsure of what's coming next. comments (0)