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First-time All-Star and reigning Most Improved Player Victor Oladipo has finally reached the level that was expected of him when he was drafted second overall in the 2013 NBA Draft. You can finally consider him a bona fide star in the league. Oladipo showed off his best display of talent last season when he recorded […]

For an athlete, there is no higher honor than retiring your jersey in a special place you played for. At such a young age, Celtic forward Jayson Tatum just got that honor from his high school. Chaminade College Preparatory School gave back and honored their former star by retiring his jersey number 22 two years […]

An interesting collection of talent, the Golden State Warriors are likely going to the playoffs. Adding All-star talent DeMarcus Cousins to the mix makes it even more than likely, it is expected. Favored by most, their odds to win the NBA championship are on an all-time high. If they go and take the Larry O’Brien […]

The Duke Blue Devils are going to be appointment viewing this upcoming season because of the incredible amount of talent on the roster. College basketball better be ready for Cam Reddish, Zion Williamson, and R.J. Barrett at the same time. Barrett is currently the top prospect on ESPN’s 2019 draft board, while Reddish and Williamson are both […]

Expectations were high for the 2017-18 NBA season. From players, coaches and championship aspirations, last season was definitely a memorable one. However, memorable does not always mean normal. From time to time, memories are made from weirdness, and the NBA is no exception. Here are some of the weirdest NBA storylines you forgot from last […]

The Golden State Warriors roster is arguably the best collection of talent we have ever seen in the NBA. Dubbing them the best is an understatement because they just manage to make their roster better than the last for each year. Draymond Green is a large reason for this. The Houston Rockets is the best […]

Through the years, the NBA has slowly transformed into a special platform that transcends a global game. Usually known for their exploits on the court, NBA players have gone forth and beyond in their contributions off-court. These larger-than-life personalities champion bridging chance and awareness in their respective communities. Here are some NBA players who have […]

A national championship with Syracuse and a three-time Olympic gold medalist, Carmelo Anthony has a storied basketball career. However, it hasn’t always been sunshine and rainbows for Hoodie Melo or Olypmic Melo or any other, but most specifically NBA Melo, version of Melo. Despite being a 10-time All-star and 6-time All-NBA selection for 15 seasons […]

Really good basketball organizations do not magically appear in the NBA. They are a result of hard work, foresight, good decision making, and sometimes a little bit of gambling. Some reap the rewards while others the disaster. There is no exemption to this rule. Even some of the best and most successful organizations had a […]

While Zhaire Smith’s foot injury is a tough blow for the Philadelphia 76ers, there is some good news for the basketball fans from the City of Brotherly Love. Injured Sixers rookies Landry Shamet and Shake Milton are ready for some light action. According to the team, Milton had a stress fracture in his back, while […]

With a chapter of NBA basketball now over, teams look forward to a fresh slate this season. New and old faces with their respective teams are going to be out there carving out a legacy to be remembered. With the wild free agency nearly over, we already have a picture of what to expect this […]

A basketball stat line is a clear barometer on how a player affects the game. Good or bad, a player’s stats will reflect that. Once in a blue moon, stat lines reflect basketball anomalies, a reflection of some of the most bizarre things in NBA basketball. Here are some of the most impressive and bizarre […]

Teams are preparing and gearing up as the new NBA season quickly approaches. Everybody will have eyes on the prize, the chance to be called NBA champion. Although not all teams are on a path to greatness this season, there will be real contenders and some pretenders. I’ll be excluding teams who have made their […]

Denver Nuggets rookie Michael Porter Jr. was once the top prospect in the country. With a massive frame and the ability to get his own shots from off the dribble, he was a cut above the rest. Sadly, an injury slowed his trajectory towards stardom. He needed back surgery, and the question was “Will he […]

Boston Celtics star Gordon Hayward is working his way back into All-Star form after suffering a devastating injury in the first game of last season against the Cleveland Cavaliers. An awkward landing resulted in a fractured left ankle and a lost season. Hayward has been rehabbing diligently, and NBA skills trainer Jason Smeathers showed off the […]

LeBron James is arguably the greatest player of all-time, with an impressive basketball resume of 14 All-star appearances, a 14-time All-NBA selection, four-time MVP, three-time Finals MVP, three-time NBA champion, his list of accolades could probably go on. The former 1st overall pick of the 2003 NBA draft has career averages of 27.2 points, 7.4 […]

When people talk NBA, it is synonymous with killer crossovers, highlight-reel dunks, flashy passes, superstars, and all-stars. Aside from the glitz and glamour, legacy and heritage is embedded at the heart of every team. Each team will always be connected to its city’s beginnings. The league, the team, and its players may continue to evolve, […]

With new and old faces in their respective teams, everything settling in after the NBA free agnecy aftermath, one thing is still on each team mind: How do we make ourselves even better? If the best team in the NBA right now, the Golden State Warriors, did not settle resting on the championship laurels of […]

Without a doubt, Kevin Durant is one of the deadliest scorers in the league. For a big man, the Slim Reaper can cause harm at any point of the floor. Three-pointers, pull-ups, drives, and post-ups, he has close to an unguardable offensive arsenal at his disposal. When one of the top offensive teams in the […]

Former 1st pick overall of the 2012 NBA draft, Anthony Davis has slowly grown into a two-way juggernaut. Averaging 28.1 points, 11.1 rebounds, and 2.6 blocks, he has led the way for the New Orleans Pelicans ever since his tenure. During the last Western Conference playoffs, he solidified his rise by notching his first playoff […]

Aside from the LeBron James migration to Los Angeles and the Kawhi-Spurs divorce, the DeMarcus Cousins to Golden State Warriors news would be one of the most talked about situations this offseason. Yes, it is not breaking news or a surprising issue any more. The Golden State Warriors will now have at their disposal an […]

Basketball fan or not, when you hear the name Jordan it normally resonates with the legendary basketball Hall of Famer Michael Jordan. He’s a 14 time All-star, 11 time All-NBA, 6 time NBA Champion, 5 time MVP, and the list goes on. His career is truly an impressive basketball resume of epic proportions. Clyde “the […]

Danny Ainge is the current General Manager extraordinaire of the Boston Celtics and mastermind of the last Big Three era in Beantown. Did he also get legend Larry Bird traded back in the day? Ainge helped construct the roster that brought the franchise’s 17th NBA championship in 2008. It might be the greatest or one […]