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The impact Stephen Curry has on basketball is undeniable. The Golden State Warriors talisman pretty much revolutionized the game, thanks to his unmatched shooting prowess. The league was not ready for what Curry brought to the table during his historic rise to fame. This caused a seismic shift in the type of mentality teams had […]

Zion Williamson is clearly going to make a lot of money throughout his years in the NBA. But more than likely, he’ll be making the most from his potentially max level NBA contracts down the line. But for now, Zion is signed to his 2019 rookie-scale deal. Since Williamson was the first overall pick, he […]

Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan wore some spectacular jerseys during his legendary run with the Windy City franchise. All Bulls fans know which Chicago jersey is the best in franchise history, but what about the other ones that Jordan donned and dominated in? They’re not as slick as the No. 1 jersey, but they were […]

Zion Williamson is going to make a boatload of money throughout his NBA career. He will without a doubt be signing more than one max contract as his NBA journey moves along. But for now, he has to settle for his pro-rated rookie scale contract. Let’s break it down shall we? Zion Williamson was the […]

You know what they say about guys with big hands? They win multiple rings and a couple of Finals MVP trophies. Just ask Kawhi Leonard. The man is nicknamed ‘The Klaw” for a reason. His hands are just enormous, especially considering he’s a wing player and not a seven foot behemoth lurking in the paint. […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have reinvented themselves as of late. The team looks totally new, with a new set of stars to lead the way towards their new future. The franchise isn’t new to change. In fact, change is a part of their history as the team moved from the Emerald City as the Seattle […]

We all remember the infamous J.R. Smith game. LeBron James definitely isn’t forgetting that anytime soon. It was so frustrating with the game theirs for the taking, that nobody would’ve blamed LeBron James for destroying something with his bare hands in anger. Apparently, that’s exactly what happened. J.R. Smith’s incredible blunder in the closing moments […]

Michael Jordan and greatness are simply synonymous. While the GOAT has certainly put up some insane numbers throughout the course of his career, here are five of his most unbreakable records. 5. Only Player To Earn More Money Than His Entire Team We’re betting you didn’t expect to see a record like this. However, it’s […]

The NFL has boasted its share of excellent rookie quarterbacks throughout its history, especially over the last decade. Here are the five best. Honorable mentions Robert Griffin III, 2012 15 starts, 65.6% comp%, 3,200 passing yards, 20 passing touchdowns, five interceptions, 815 rushing yards, seven rushing touchdowns The second overall pick, RG3 looked like the […]

“For of all sad words of tongue or pen, The saddest are these: ‘It might have been.’” This is a quote from 19th century poet John Greenleaf Whittier, and it rings very true in just about every aspect of life. That includes the NBA. There have been many players throughout NBA history who were simply […]

Shooters are a valuable asset for any team. They space the floor and keep their teams in a winning position. Here, we take a look at the best shooters in NBA history, ranking shooters from 20 to one. In an attempt to do so without bias, we’re going to base our best shooters in NBA […]

After a sluggish start as a franchise, the Portland Trail Blazers have been a consistent playoff contender throughout the years outside of a few stretches, resulting in a number of great moments. The Blazers won their one and only championship in 1977, and Damian Lillard is trying to get the franchise back to that level. […]

Though the New Orleans Pelicans are one of the youngest franchises in the NBA, they’ve still managed to make headlines in their brief history in the league. Changing stadiums, addresses, ownership and even superstars have made this interesting franchise from The Big Easy a little bit more colorful. Here are some of the notable moments […]

The Houston Rockets have always played like the team of the future. They were the pioneers of the 3-point revolution and the poster child for using advanced analytics to make their personnel decisions. But while they’re always looking ahead, they’re clearly still trying to recreate the successes they had in the past.  The Rockets have […]

The Philadelphia 76ers haven’t been making a ton of noise the past couple of years. While the recent rise of Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid have been much appreciated, we have yet to witness the true potential of the 76ers. Nevertheless, the franchise still boasts a place in history as they have etched a unique […]

The Milwaukee Bucks franchise has been around since 1968. The organization, like every sports team in the world, has had some great and down moments over the course of its rich history. With that said, let’s take a look at the five greatest moments that bannered a plethora of Bucks news throughout the team’s history. 5. […]

When you think of NBA players beefing, you usually associate that with guys from opposite teams going at it. However, sometimes teammates can’t stand each other and it leads to tension in the locker room and behind the scenes. With that said, let’s take a look at the five biggest NBA locker room beefs in […]

The Boston Celtics are arguably the most respected franchise in NBA history with a track record of immense success. With a league-best 17 championships under their belt, the city of Boston is no stranger to greatness. Here is a rundown of all the moments that have defined the Celtics culture up until today. 5. Bob […]

Kawhi Leonard may be quiet, but his sneaker game speaks for itself. Here are all the notable shoes Leonard has ever worn. Air Jordan 5 Raging Bull 3M Even at such a young age, Kawhi Leonard loved his retro shoes. His pair of the Air Jordan 5 3M from the Raging Bull pack was among […]

During his 20-year career in the NBA, the Los Angeles Lakers tried to pair Kobe Bryant with the right talent in order to put the team in title contention. Kobe may have won three straight titles alongside Shaquille O’Neal and then went on to win back-to-back championships with Pau Gasol, but there are plenty of […]

Vince Carter just announced his retirement from the NBA after 22 seasons, with his last bucket officially a 3-pointer on the night the season was suspended on March 11, 2020. The 43-year-old enjoyed an illustrious career that’s hard to encompass with mere words — sometimes only pictures and video can do the man justice. From […]

When a team blows a 28-3 lead in the Super Bowl, that is something that sticks around for awhile. It seems like the Atlanta Falcons are still dealing with that harsh memory. Atlanta has been 7-9 in each of the last two seasons. They have built an offense that should win more than seven games. […]

It’s official – Vince Carter has played his last game in the NBA. In turn, we’re about to gander at Vince Carter’s best dunks ever, ranked from seven to one for your pleasure. With the pandemic ending the season prematurely for the bottom eight NBA teams, including the Atlanta Hawks, that means Carter won’t be […]

Steve Keim has been a busy man during the 2020 offseason. The general manager of the Arizona Cardinals has improved the roster at many positions through free agency, trades, and the 2020 NFL Draft. This is an effort to improve off a 5-10-1 campaign in 2019. The era of Kliff Kingsbury and Kyler Murray is […]

The Los Angeles Rams have had quite the NFL journey. They’ve transferred to different area codes, stadiums and also have a few championships under their belt. The Rams’ history in the league has been quite colorful; there have been lows but of course, there have been some highs. Here’s five of the greatest moments the […]

The Los Angeles Chargers just completed year three in their new home base. It was a 5-11 campaign that led to drafting Justin Herbert with the sixth overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft. Philip Rivers is now in Indianapolis and the Chargers are officially rebuilding. In three year in Los Angeles, the Chargers have […]

The Detroit Lions history hasn’t been marked by a lot of success, but they have still had some great players and teams in their past. From Barry Sanders running wild to some spectacular seasons by Calvin Johnson, there have been moments that have stood out above the rest, but which rank at the top? Let’s […]

The Houston Texans originated back in 2002 and it was pretty tough sledding for the AFC South franchise at first. Now a perennial playoff team with several division titles to its name, the Texans weren’t always an AFC powerhouse and contenders in the AFC South year in and year out. Taking almost a decade to […]

The Toronto Raptors entered the NBA as an expansion team in the 1995-96 season. They started out with nothing — just a bunch of scrappy players trying to make it. But over the years, the Raptors have turned into one of the most successful organizations in sports. They have drafted the best prospects, became legitimate […]

The San Antonio Spurs are no strangers to success in the NBA. They’ve had countless moments of magic and have won championships in each of the last three decades – the only team to have done so. But a few moments stood out beyond the rest. Honorable mentions – David Robinson records a quadruple double […]

Throughout NBA history, there have been plenty of teams who probably should have won championships, but for whatever reason, they just couldn’t close the deal. Whether it was due to injuries or just bad luck, some clubs had titles ripped out of their hands. Here are the top five teams that were robbed of NBA […]

Winning an NBA championship is no easy feat. It’s why many franchises don’t have any titles in organizational history, let alone Finals appearances. To win the whole thing, you need to have some luck on your side as well as talented players and coaches. With that said, let’s take a look at the five luckiest […]

It’s safe to say that Stephen Curry belongs in any list of mind-boggling achievements. With all the shots he makes, it’s easy to forget about his stat lines that don’t mention his 3-point shot in the same sentence. With that said, here is a rundown of five spectacular statistical feats to remind you how insanely […]

Since getting drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 2009 out of Davidson, Stephen Curry has been fortunate to wear some stunning jerseys with the Dubs. The greatest shooter in NBA history, Curry has compiled averages of 23.5 points, 4.5 rebounds and 6.6 assists in 699 games with the Warriors. He’s a two-time MVP, three-time […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars joined the NFL in 1995. They saw early success by making the playoffs in four of their first five seasons. The team made it to two AFC Championship games during that stretch, but were never able to find their way to a Super Bowl. In today’s NFL, the Jaguars are far from […]

Few franchises in professional sports have a more prestigious list of star players to come through their organization than the Los Angeles Lakers. From the Showtime era led by the likes of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Magic Johnson to Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal-led Lakers to the two-headed monster of LeBron James and Anthony Davis today, […]

Stephen Curry’s career with the Golden State Warriors got off to an injury-plagued start. As a result, Curry found himself in a bunch of trade rumors early on in his career before getting his ankle issues taken care of and establishing himself as the best shooter in NBA history. Dubs fans count their blessings every […]

The entire franchise in Seattle changed beginning in 2010. The Seattle Seahawks made Pete Carroll head coach prior to the 2010 season. Just two years later, they completed the transformation by selecting Russell Wilson in the 2012 NFL Draft. The Seahawks have missed the playoffs twice since hiring Carroll and just once since Wilson took […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have won six Super Bowls, so there has been plenty of time for memorable moments. From the Immaculate Reception to Santonio Holmes leading the Steelers to a Super Bowl victory, there have been plenty of moments that changed the franchise’s history. But which of the moments for the Steelers is best? Let’s […]