Author Archives: Alex Maki

A Cynic’s Take on the “NBA Cares” Campaign

Posted on March 26, 2013 by Alex Maki

Editor’s Note: The Diss’ resident social psychologist Alex Maki takes a break from his studies to deliver his bi-annual submission to the humble little blog.  Alex is a PhD candidate in Psychology at the University of Minnesota and a tortured T-Wolves … Continue reading →

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A Different Path: The WNBA and the Future of Sport.

Posted on August 20, 2012 by Alex Maki

Editor’s Note:  We are proud to present a guest post from Alex Maki.  Alex is a Ph.D. candidate in Psychology at the University of Minnesota.  This is his fourth submission to The Diss. ***** My father loves to tell tales … Continue reading →

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Into Western Conference Relevance: The Return of the Timberwolves

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Alex Maki

There is just something oh-so-perfect about the Timberwolves calling Minnesota home. The history of the Wolves has mostly been a comedy of errors, from drafting atrocious players to hiring terrible coaches and front office staff. Hopes have been traded along … Continue reading →

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The Peak of the Timberwolves Season

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Alex Maki

Minnesota is known as the land of ice and snow. Cold winters and brutal blizzards that shut down entire cities for days. Cars with frozen candy shells. Temperatures below freezing that spoil any notion of spending time outside. Those characterizations … Continue reading →

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