Author Archives: Deron Snyder
Caps’ unwelcome visitors make themselves at home, again
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By DERON SNYDER Hello, doubts. Hello questions, worries and fears. We would say “Welcome.” But it wouldn’t be heartfelt. No one in the DMV wanted to see you again. You’ve become all too familiar around here. You swoop in every … Continue reading
Wizards leave fight at home, hope for return flight to Boston
By DERON SNYDER The Wizards’ loss Wednesday in Boston wasn’t as devastating as the Capitals’ loss that night at Verizon Center. But the Wizards’ defeat in Game 5 felt just as bad as their co-tenants’ season-ender in Game 7. Just … Continue reading
LaVar Ball has questionable approach but admirable goal
By DERON SNYDER The term “crazy” is thrown around a lot these days. A plethora of armchair psychologists offer instant diagnoses on criminals and celebrities, pitchers and presidents. I’m as guilty as anyone, too easily applying the label to individuals … Continue reading
Difference between the Wizards and Celtics is clear and stark
By DERON SNYDER There are numerous ways to impact a basketball game. You can score. Set screens. Rebound. Make passes. Defend. Washington coach Scott Brooks notes that many players are overly fascinated with putting the ball in the basket. Conversely, … Continue reading
Wizards, Celtics engage in Throwback Thursday for Game 3
By DERON SNYDER Prior to Game 3 of the Wizards-Celtics playoff series, Boston coach Brad Stevens offered his assessment of the proceedings to that point. He said his team had been “pounded” in five of the eight quarters, even though … Continue reading
Bradley Beal could use a page from Isaiah Thomas
By DERON SNYDER Since Allen Iverson was “The Answer,” Isaiah Thomas must be “The Question.” As in: “How does someone so small come up so large in moments so big? It beats me. And he’s beating the Wizards. A player … Continue reading
Wizards should go after Isaiah Thomas, hard, on both ends
By DERON SNYDER The Wizards lost Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semifinals for several reasons. They let Boston connect on 19 of 39 three-pointers. They were outscored by 20 points in the third quarter. They missed the difference that … Continue reading
Time of year when Caps fans must squeeze tighter
By DERON SNYDER Dear Hockey Fans: It’s great to hang out with you again. There’s nothing like playoff hockey! True, we spend precious little time together during the regular season. But, you know, so what? Don’t take it out on … Continue reading
Time of year when Caps fan must squeeze tighter
By DERON SNYDER (as published on 106.7 The Fan) Dear Hockey Fans: It’s great to hang out with you again. There’s nothing like playoff hockey! True, we spend precious little time together during the regular season. But, you know, so … Continue reading
Time for Wizards to show and prove ranking in team history
By DERON SNYDER Maybe it’s just me, but I thought this Washington Wizards squad was better than the playoff version two and three seasons ago. I thought the current edition was superior with a wiser John Wall and sturdier Bradley … Continue reading
