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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 […]

Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry is one of the most popular players in the NBA, and his three kids with Ayesha Curry have been in the limelight practically since they were born. Steph and Ayesha form one of the most recognizable couples in the league, with the public having a real fascination with the […]

Kawhi Leonard initially entered the NBA as an offensively raw defensive stud. Over the years, the Los Angeles Clippers superstar has become one of the most complete offensive players in the league. Possessing a deadly mid-range jumper, a steady outside stroke, and a knack for throwing down nasty dunks, Leonard can pretty much do anything […]

The Chicago Bears had a lot of disappointing moments in the last few years, but this is a team that is used to success and winning. With success and winning usually comes a lot of memorable moments that people still remember to this day. From the Super Bowl shuffle to other highlights, there have been […]

Tattoos have become an integral part of NBA culture over the years. This generation’s premiere talents certainly rode the trend, as most players proudly display their intricate designs. Even clean-cut guys like Golden State Warriors superstar Stephen Curry couldn’t resist the allure of using his body as a canvass. Unlike some of his peers who […]

During his four years in high school, one year at UCLA and first two years in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers, Lonzo Ball had one of the ugliest looking jump shots in basketball history. Yes, it was that bad. However, through hard work and dedication, Ball has rebuilt his jumper and the results […]

We’ve all heard about it by now. Paul Pierce actually thinks that he was a better NBA player than Dwyane Wade. https://twitter.com/TheNBACentral/status/1114322305478463488 Pierce definitely believed he was telling the truth during the segment for ESPN. The bewilderment on the faces of Brian Windhorst, Jalen Rose, and Michelle Beadles said it all. Here’s the transcript from […]

Michael Jordan was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2009. The Chicago Bulls legend finished his NBA career with averages of 30.1 points, 6.2 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 1,072 games with the Bulls and Washington Wizards. MJ won six NBA titles, six Finals MVPs, five regular-season MVPs, three All-Star Game MVPs and 10 […]

Have you ever wondered how a guy like LeBron James lives? Well, wonder no more. What we have in store for you is a look inside The King’s $23 million mansion in Brentwood, California. Before anything else, it is worth noting that in 2018, James purchased the home in L.A. prior to his move to […]

What’s a perfect recipe for disaster? Have an amazing player that terribly fits within a team. Unfortunately, these are the five NBA players with massive potential that got screwed by the Draft Lottery resulting with them heading to the wrong team. 5. RJ Barrett — New York Knicks This was a mess. For a rookie […]

Boston Celtics great Larry Bird is undoubtedly one of the most creative, unique and simply best basketball players in the history of the planet, winning three titles and three MVPs during his illustrious career. “The Legend” is also heralded, in a purely basketball sense, as perhaps the greatest troll in hoops history. Bird was a […]

When the “bubble” games begin on July 30 in Orlando, Florida, every NBA player partaking in the season’s restart will be at risk of contracting COVID-19 and getting hurt. Since players haven’t been able to train properly or play in games for over three months, there is an increased risk of injury at Walt Disney […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been up and down throughout their history, but this is still a team that has found a lot of success throughout their history. From winning Super Bowls to having some elite drafts, this is a franchise that as had a lot of great moments. But which moments were the best? […]

If you are making a list of most successful NFL franchises, the San Francisco 49ers have to be right near the top. They have five Super Bowl championships and an endless list of legendary players and coaches who have passed through their doors. When looking through the history of the 49ers, there are countless moments […]

The Philadelphia Eagles have had a lot of ups and downs throughout their history but for the most part, the ups have outnumbered the downs. From the Miracle at the New Meadowlands to winning a Super Bowl, the Eagles have had a lot of great moments in their history, but which are the best? Let’s […]

It’s been a long time since the Miami Dolphins were consistent contenders, having not won a Super Bowl since 1974. The organization, established in 1966 (AFL), produced one of the league’s most successful teams during its early days, but has provided sparser moments of glory since. Let’s revisit five of the greatest Dolphins moments (not […]

The NBA has always been a league of stars, with legends like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and many others making a massive impact both on and off the court thanks to their popularity and cultural impact. While these iconic names will forever be celebrated, there are a few legendary […]

The New England Patriots have a rich history that could really include 20 or 25 moments on this list. They have won six Super Bowl championships all coming in the last 20 years. So, how many of those Super Bowl championships end up on the greatest moments list? Let’s take a look at the five […]

The New York Giants have a great history of championships, dominant players, and elite head coaches. They have four Super Bowl championships under their belt and a reputation of being a well-run franchise. This narrative has changed in recent years. The Giants have struggled to find a competent head coach and Dave Gettleman has made […]

Who is the best Power Forward of all time? It’s a task we’re about to take. Ranking the best power forwards of all time won’t be easy, but we’ll get there. Many young NBA fans have forgotten the rich history of the position. Ranking the greatest power forwards of all time would bring back the […]

There is no doubt that Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest athletes of all time. For some, especially those that grew up watching him, he is their GOAT. In his journey to the top, Bryant forged his name onto several NBA records. Some of them have been broken, as talent in the NBA gets […]

Is the 2019 NBA Draft class the best from the last decade? Absolutely not. As a matter of fact, we will argue today that it is actually the worst NBA Draft class over the past 10 years, at least for now. For starters, we need to lay out the premise. As of writing, we have […]

The quarterback position is the most glamorous in the NFL, and maybe even in all American sports, today. We’re lucky that there are so many great players currently at the position, but how do these modern stars stack up against their predecessors? Today we will be looking at the 20 greatest NFL quarterbacks in the […]