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The Gretchen Whitmer Kidnapper's Socioeconomic Status

The Gretchen Whitmer Kidnapper's Socioeconomic Status

Rochester University — An original case study researched and written in the course of attaining my undergraduate degree in Mass Communications. This piece analyzes the ethical obligations journalists must adhere to when posting news information on social media.

Boston Celtics: 3 takeaways from Game 2 comeback vs. Pacers

Boston Celtics: 3 takeaways from Game 2 comeback vs. Pacers

hoopshabit.com — After the Boston Celtics stymied the Indiana Pacers in Game 1, it felt like the Cs would steamroll the Victor Oladipo-less Pacers en route to an Eastern Conference semi-finals berth. Game 2 proved that, in fact, nothing in this league comes easy, as Boston needed to put together a 31-12 final quarter to best Indiana 99-91.

Boston Celtics: Losing Marcus Smart is not the worst-case scenario

Boston Celtics: Losing Marcus Smart is not the worst-case scenario

hoopshabit.com — In the aftermath of the Boston Celtics' 84-74 Game 1 win over the Indiana Pacers, Kyrie Irving was asked what his mindset was without Marcus Smart. "I miss Smart. Ah man, I miss him so much," Kyrie responded, highlighting just how much the defensive stalwart means to this squad.

Boston Celtics: How Jaylen Brown has found himself off the bench

Boston Celtics: How Jaylen Brown has found himself off the bench

hoopshabit.com — The first month of the Boston Celtics' season did not exactly go according to plan - certainly not with the expectations heaped upon the team to be a championship contender. Another casualty of lofty expectations was wing Jaylen Brown.

Boston Celtics: It's time to change the lineup again

Boston Celtics: It's time to change the lineup again

hoopshabit.com — The visitor's locker room in Scotiabank Arena was quieter than usual. The Boston Celtics didn't feel much like talking after a 118-95 blowout loss at the hands of the Toronto Raptors. Marcus Smart told they just aren't playing together right now, which was pretty much the only answer to be found in the locker room.

The Boston Celtics should be the Eastern Conference favorite again

The Boston Celtics should be the Eastern Conference favorite again

hoopshabit.com — Don't look now, but the Boston Celtics have won five straight games. I've written previously that the Celtics were meeting expectations and no one was noticing. Of course, after that article was published, they slaughtered the Indiana Pacers in a 30-point bloodbath in Boston, and followed it up with consecutive road losses to the Miami Heat, Orlando Magic and Brooklyn Nets.

No, the Boston Celtics should not consider trading Kyrie Irving

No, the Boston Celtics should not consider trading Kyrie Irving

hoopshabit.com — Hot take media is one of the worst aspects to come out of the ever-changing culture of sports media. While many in the media possess well-balanced and analytical takes regarding the latest in sports news, the tendency for certain networks and their talking heads to compete for the loudest opinion has taken over.

Boston Celtics: The dire need to trade Terry Rozier

Boston Celtics: The dire need to trade Terry Rozier

hoopshabit.com — The Boston Celtics have made a habit of following up impressive wins with a string of really bad losses in 2018-19. After beating the Toronto Raptors in an overtime game at TD Garden in November, they fell to the Utah Jazz , Charlotte Hornets and New York Knicks , before finally etching a win against the lowly Atlanta Hawks .

The Boston Celtics are quietly meeting expectations

The Boston Celtics are quietly meeting expectations

hoopshabit.com — If you had asked Boston Celtics Twitter (or really any NBA segment of social media, or really any segment of basketball media in general) in July where the team would be in the early days of 2019, the answer would be simple.

Boston Celtics: Player report cards for Christmas

Boston Celtics: Player report cards for Christmas

hoopshabit.com — The 2018-19 Boston Celtics have been a puzzle. There have been nights where they looked like the best team to ever grace an NBA floor, like their overtime win against the Toronto Raptors on Nov. 16.

Boston Celtics: Surprising benefits from Al Horford's injury

Boston Celtics: Surprising benefits from Al Horford's injury

hoopshabit.com — The Boston Celtics are filled to the brim with personalities. From the energetic and chaotic on-court presence of Marcus Smart, to the very much woke and Standing Rock Sioux Tribe member Kyrie "Little Mountain" Irving, to world traveler Jaylen Brown, the Celtics have no shortage of characters.

Boston Celtics: How Marcus Smart is saving the season

Boston Celtics: How Marcus Smart is saving the season

hoopshabit.com — A foray into the corner of Twitter affectionately known as "Weird Celtics Twitter" will reveal a number of oddities from fans of Boston Celtics basketball. The Twitter community is responsible for the endearing nickname "Timelord" given to forward Robert Williams, for instance, after he failed to arrive on time to a team practice.

Boston Celtics: How to save the season

Boston Celtics: How to save the season

hoopshabit.com — The Boston Celtics are in a position that few, if any, predicted they would be in at the beginning the season. In fact, they opened the season in the top two of pretty much every power ranking available on the worldwide web.

Boston Celtics: 3 reasons to be thankful this weekend

Boston Celtics: 3 reasons to be thankful this weekend

hoopshabit.com — It may seem nearly impossible to comprehend that the pre-season Eastern Conference favorite Boston Celtics are heading into Thanksgiving Weekend a middling 10-9 on the season. To an extent, is is impossible to comprehend. A team with the depth of wings and Kyrie Irving should not be getting off to these types of struggles, and yet, here we are.

The State of Michigan State - Shea Norling - Medium

The State of Michigan State - Shea Norling - Medium

Medium — What a decade. Fans of Michigan State football have had their way with their maize and blue neighbors the past 10 years, it's undeniable. After a nearly three decade span of University of Michigan alumni and fan alike walking past State fans with their nose aimed skyward, they were served a taste of their own medicine.

Joel Embiid Hates the Boston Celtics - Shea Norling - Medium

Joel Embiid Hates the Boston Celtics - Shea Norling - Medium

Medium — The NBA season is back, after what seemed like an eternity of waiting, and it kicked off with the perceived East Coast rivalry between the Boston Celtics and the Philadelphia 76ers. There's only one problem: this isn't a rivalry at all.

New England Patriots: The Dynasty is Alive and Well - NFL Analysis Network

New England Patriots: The Dynasty is Alive and Well - NFL Analysis Network

nflanalysis.net — The New England Patriots were done. Twitter said so. Ah yes, Shawna, what a time to be alive indeed. Speaking of being alive, the Patriots, who one week ago were proclaimed dead on arrival in Detroit, are alive and well. Because of course they are. When will we learn?

Cleveland Browns: How the Browns Can Make the Playoffs - NFL Analysis Network

Cleveland Browns: How the Browns Can Make the Playoffs - NFL Analysis Network

nflanalysis.net — For the first time in recent memory, there is reason to be optimistic for the Cleveland Browns. Having lost 31 of their last 32 games, it's fair to wonder why so many are so high on what's happening in Cleveland.

Houston Texans: Why the Texans Will Win the AFC South - NFL Analysis Network

Houston Texans: Why the Texans Will Win the AFC South - NFL Analysis Network

nflanalysis.net — Remember January 14, 2017? Sub-freezing temperatures at Gillette Stadium in Foxboro, Massachusetts welcomed the stifling passing defense of the Houston Texans; a unit that ranked second in the NFL that season. The Texans would lose this game, but they executed and added to a blueprint that has since been used to topple the New England Patriots.

Los Angeles Clippers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Could Contend for Rookie of the Year

Los Angeles Clippers: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Could Contend for Rookie of the Year

nbaanalysis.net — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was a breakout player in the NBA's Summer League. In a season that appears loaded in rookies, here's why Gilgeous-Alexander will come out at the top of them all. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is a special player. He's a facilitator, scorer, two-way guard with a beautiful mid-range stroke and a seven-foot wingspan.

Marcus Smart is Worth Every Penny for the Boston Celtics - NBA Analysis Network

Marcus Smart is Worth Every Penny for the Boston Celtics - NBA Analysis Network

nbaanalysis.net — Marcus Smart just got paid by the Boston Celtics, and some pundits don't understand why. Here's a breakdown of why Smart is worth every penny. If you aren't a diehard Boston Celtics fan, you may be wondering why a 6-foot-4 combo guard who has never shot over 36.7 percent from the field just got signed for four years at $54 million.