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As Nike and Jordan Brand continue to expand the 2026 Air Jordan Retro Collection calendar, classic silhouettes resembling nostaligic colorways from the last 25 years are finally returning in a big way. A more underrated model in Michael Jordan’s signature numbered catalogue is the Air Jordan 9, returning in a rare “Flint” colorway in January […]

As Nike and Air Jordan continue to expand their release calendar throughout upcoming 2026, classic retro sneakers will return in bunches and fans will be treated with long-awaited colorways from previous years. Yet another iconic silhouette will return as the Air Jordan 11 “Space Jam” is expected to release later in the year, celebrating the […]

Nike and Air Jordan are prepping for a massive release calendar throughout 2026, adding several classic retro releases alongside fresh innovations for the new year. The classic Air Jordan 13 has seen a revival over the last few seasons, adding this classic “Chicago” or “True Red” colorway to the mix in 2026. Check our Sneakers […]

One of the longest-running NBA feuds is that of Michael Jordan and Isiah Thomas, the former rivals with the Chicago Bulls and Detroit Pistons in the late 1980s and 1990s, culminating in Thomas’ absence on the 1992 Olympics “Dream Team.” Over the years, Jordan has mostly stayed silent on the issue, while Thomas has had […]

Any NBA aficionado knows that Isiah Thomas and Michael Jordan have a longstanding beef. It goes all the way back to the mid-1980s, when Jordan arrived in Thomas’ hometown of Chicago, and Thomas was with Detroit. Since then, they had their battles, and that bitterness lingers to this day. Recently, Thomas made his case for […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder ended the calendar year with a 124-95 win against the Portland Trail Blazers, which accounted for its 86th victory of 2025. It’s the fifth-most wins in a year by an NBA team, trailing only Stephen Curry’s 2015 (88) and 2016 Golden State Warriors (87), the Phoenix Suns (88) in 2021, and […]

Ever since he entered the league, many people have called LeBron James the greatest player of all time, despite everything Michael Jordan did. As James recently turned 41, those talks have resurfaced. Podcaster Rich Paul weighed in on the debate, indicating who he would have to take the clutch shot and who would make the […]

The Chicago Bulls routed the New Orleans Pelicans 134-118 on New Year’s Eve at the United Center. With Josh Giddey out for a few weeks, the Bulls’ Tre Jones became the first player in NBA history to have this unprecedenteed feat that had him joking about Michael Jordan, according to Bulls’ insider K.C. Johnson. “The great Sam […]

The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Detroit Pistons 116-114 in a wild overtime finish on Thursday at the American Airlines Center. Cooper Flagg led the way with 23 points, while Naji Marshall thrived despite playing with an illness. Marshall shut down the Michael Jordan flu game comparison, according to Mavs’ insider Mike Curtis. Jason Kidd called […]

When it comes to the 1990s Chicago Bulls, Horace Grant is without question one of the most beloved players ever. Recently, Grant was honored by the Bulls in their Ring of Honor ceremony in November. Altogether, he was the gritting defender and rebounder who was as coachable as they came. Thus, playing a significant role […]

Stephen Curry had quite a night on Sunday against the Portland Trail Blazers. The Golden State Warriors superstar point guard went absolutely off in the game at Moda Center in Portland, as he blew up for 48 points to pass NBA legend Michael Jordan for most 40-point games in the league after turning 30 years […]

Oklahoma City Thunder star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had some words to share about NBA legend Steve Nash comparing him to Michael Jordan. Gilgeous-Alexander is going through the eighth season of his career, his seventh with the Thunder. He has risen through the ranks to become one of the league’s top stars. He earned the MVP […]

The Golden State Warriors have relied on star guard Stephen Curry for offense for a long time. Curry has in turn given them that offense, time and time again. The Warriors star has now passed Michael Jordan on a very special list. Curry now has scored at least 35 points in 94 games after turning […]

Over a year after Michael Jordan filed an antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR, the case has finally been resolved. On Thursday, both sides decided to settle, according to the Associated Press/ESPN. Ultimately, the stock car racing series will make its revenue-sharing charters permanent for all racing teams. Also, Jordan’s racing teams, 23XI and Front Row Motorsports, […]

Obviously, the OKC Thunder are the most dominant team in the NBA. The defending champions are currently 24-1 and have the league’s top scorer, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. He is on such a tear right now that he has gotten former NBA player-turned-analyst Steve Nash to give him the highest compliment imaginable. That is putting him on […]

A’ja Wilson is on top of the world. She is fresh off her 4th MVP season and leading the Las Vegas Aces to their third WNBA title in four years. If that wasn’t enough, she was named the 2025 Time Magazine Athlete of the Year. In her interview with Sean Gregory, Wilson reflected on her […]

Ice Cube shut down a viral post that tried to drag him into the never-ending LeBron James and Michael Jordan debate, per Heavy. The @Hoopss account on X, which has hundreds of thousands of followers, shared a fake update that claimed Cube mocked comparisons between the two icons. The post offered no source, no real […]

Currently, Michael Jordan is involved in a high-profile antitrust lawsuit against NASCAR. But that doesn’t stop some from wanting to jump in and restore the aura of the Chicago Bulls’ dynasty. On Friday, a fan decided to blast the iconic Bulls’ intro music as Jordan made his way into the courtroom, per Jordan Bianchi of […]

Looking at Dwyane Wade’s resume, there is no question that he is one of the greatest players in NBA history. Also, he has a deep abiding respect for those who came before and those with whom he played/against whom he competed. That is especially true when it comes to Michael Jordan and LeBron James. Recently, […]

There is no debate about the lasting impact of NBA legend Michael Jordan. Even though he’s been retired for 22 years, his larger-than-life greatness continues to be felt by many in various fields. Commercially, the Jordan Brand remains very popular. But even years before that, he made Nike a cultural phenomenon with his Air Jordans, […]

While Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander reached a historic feat shared with Michael Jordan, Paul Pierce drew a strong comparison between the league’s reigning MVP and the Hall of Fame guard. Following the Thunder’s 123-115 win against the Portland Blazers, Gilgeous-Alexander reached his 93rd consecutive 20+ point game. He’s surpassed Wilt Chamberlain’s record of […]

Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander encourages NBA opponents’ best effort, which only makes him better, he said, after beating the Minnesota Timberwolves and reaching a feat in the same breath as Hall of Fame guard Michael Jordan. Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 40 points in a 113-105 win on Wednesday. He also extended his streak of […]

The world of athlete endorsements has shifted from simple logo placements to sprawling business partnerships that redefine what it means to be a global superstar. Look at the deals struck by LeBron James, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, Michael Jordan, Kevin Durant, and Derrick Rose. These agreements are no longer just contracts. They are economic ecosystems, […]

The first three-peat by the Chicago Bulls wouldn’t be complete without Horace Grant. His defensive prowess and effective rebounding made him one of the most adored players in franchise history.  From 1991-1993, Grant was in the mix of the beginning of one of the greatest dynasties in sports history. In 1994, Grant left Chicago to join […]

Stephen Curry joined Michael Jordan in an exclusive scoring club following the Golden State Warriors’ matchup against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night. In 36 minutes of action, Curry finished with a stat line of 49 points, four rebounds, two assists, and two steals. He shot 16-of-26 from the field, including 9-of-17 from beyond […]

As the Chicago Bulls continue to struggle, some have looked to their past for inspiration. Now, one former Bulls player and current ambassador seeks a reunion between himself, Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, coach Phil Jackson, and his title-winning teammates, according to an interview with esportsbets. When asked about the possibility, Randy Brown spoke in full. […]

The Indiana Pacers were just one win away from being crowned NBA champions last season. They put everything on the line to get to where they did, and that included pushing Tyrese Haliburton past his breaking point. Unfortunately, the All-Star point guard tore his Achilles tendon in Game 7 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The […]

Lately, LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith haven’t been on the best of terms. The Lakers legend and the outspoken media personality continue to take jabs at one another. On Tuesday, Smith continued their feud by weighing in on the Lakers’ current state and what that means for James’ GOAT prospects, per The Ball in […]

It took a little while, but Cade Cunningham is now enjoying winning basketball with the Detroit Pistons. No one in the NBA feels more deserving of this fortune change considering how Cunningham toiled in the trenches for the Pistons to start the 2020s. Now, Cunningham is playing as if this excellent play can be taken […]

When the Chicago Bulls traded Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey straight up prior to the start of the 2024-25 season, they were clowned. Little did everyone know at the time that the Bulls would provide the exact ecosystem Giddey needed to be in to thrive. Giddey is making his case for an All-Star nod this […]

During his playing days, Shaquille O’Neal was undoubtedly a phenomenon most players could be forgiven for being wary of. His combination of size, skill, and raw drive may never be recreated in the NBA, even if his persona has changed drastically since then. However, former New York Knicks star Charles Oakley believes Shaq’s brutality may […]

As the Golden State Warriors lost to the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday night, 120-110, it came without the opponent having star Giannis Antetokounmpo. While some could consider that the Warriors have dominated with players such as Jimmy Butler and Stephen Curry, among others, there’s no denying that the conversation around load management is present. Recently, […]

Few superstars suit up for all 82 games in a season these days. Michael Jordan did it nine times in his all-time great, 15-year NBA career and played less than 70 in only three campaigns. The six-time NBA Finals MVP’s obsession with competition and his willingness to perform for the paying fans has helped form […]

Though he’s barely played 100 games at the NBA level, it’s clear the San Antonio Spurs have a generational talent in Victor Wembanyama. A do-it-all two-way force who can handle the ball, shoot, score, and defend at a very high level, Wembanyama is a two-time blocking champ, the 2024 Rookie of the Year, and an […]

The Chicago Bulls started off the season on a high note. On Wednesday, they upset the Detroit Pistons for a 115-111 victory at the United Center. While their veteran center, Nikola Vucevic, led the charge toward victory, Matas Buzelis was his second-in-command. Altogether, Buzelis finished the game with 21 points, six rebounds, and three assists […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder began their NBA Championship defense in the 2025-26 regular season with two consecutive double-overtime games. But thanks to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder are coming out of it with a 2-0 record. Gilgeous-Alexander recorded a new career-high 55 points in the Thunder’s 141-135 win over the Indiana Pacers. The 2024-25 MVP and […]

The NBA world will be able to see Michael Jordan on their television screens as part of his NBC segment, MJ: Insights to Excellence. In the first installment of the segment, Jordan shared a story about renting a house during the Ryder Cup, and the owner asking him to shoot a free throw. Of course, […]

The debut of the new NBA on NBC commenced on Tuesday for the NBA’s opening night. Plus, the addition of Michael Jordan as a contributor was something fans had been eagerly anticipating. However, Jordan’s debut appearance was met with some confusion. For instance, Bill Simmons said Jordan’s interview with Mike Tirico lacked any excitement, though […]

Michael Jordan’s long-awaited return to television has fans tuning in again, even if they’re not sure why. The six-time NBA champion made his debut on NBA on NBC during a halftime feature titled “MJ: Insights to Excellence,” where Jordan sat down with Mike Tirico to reflect on life after basketball, Heavy reports. “The most valuable […]