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More often than not, the Top 10 picks of the NBA Draft could be best described as the cream of the crop. Throughout the years, these selections have found plenty of success in the league. However, they also carry heavy expectations, leading to possible busts. Here is a look at the best and worst NBA […]

While the future of LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have been in question ever since the comments made from his representation about doing the best for himself in wanting to compete, there has been vitriol towards the 40-year-old. Even after the Lakers star James opted into his $52.6 million player option, there would […]

The Air Jordan 4 has grown massively in popularity over the last few years and many seasoned sneakerheads may have began to put the silhouette over the Jordan 3 and Jordan 11 as the best Michael Jordan shoe of all-time. While that’s a debate for another day, Nike will continue to re-release some of their […]

Chicago Bulls’ legend Michael Jordan had a way of making everything look cooler, from his effortless heroics on the court down to the sneakers he was rocking while doing so. The Air Jordan 11 stands out as one of his most iconic sneaker silhouettes thanks to their timeless design and Nike continues to push new […]

The Air Jordan 5 is one of the most recognizable silhouettes in all of Michael Jordan’s numbered signature sneakers for its unmistakable shape and aggressive design. From being featured in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and seen countless times on the court worn by Jordan, it’s hard to envision a more iconic pair of Nike sneakers. In […]

If you’ve ever dreamed of living like basketball royalty, now’s your shot. Michael Jordan’s former Highland Park estate, dubbed Champions Point, is officially up for short-term rent, and it’s not going for pocket change, NBCChicago reports. Listed through Airbnb Luxe, the estate promises an elite experience fit for a GOAT, complete with a jaw-dropping price […]

The anticipation for Michael Jordan being an NBA on NBC contributor this fall remains palpable. Part of it is also how he will approach this role in assessing the current generation of NBA players. On Podcast P with Paul George, former NBA player Paul Pierce truly believes that Jordan’s positive nature will help bridge the […]

While it’s easy to give this first fourteen Air Jordan sneakers their well-deserved praise, models 15-40 can sometimes get lost in the fray. However, the Air Jordan 17 has been standing out as a hot commodity over the last two years and collaborator Infinite Archives will bring their creative vision towards the first “luxury” Jordan […]

Since its inception in 1985, the numbered Air Jordan signature sneaker collection remains as one of the most successful ventures into footwear and fashion of all time. Since Nike made NBA legend Michael Jordan their poster child and eventually gave him his own subsidiary in Jordan Brand, the signature line has been going as strong […]

In the modern NBA, teams are slowly veering away from isolation plays. One-on-one plays aren’t inefficient enough to compete against the best teams in the league. However, one-on-one situations still produce some of the most exciting plays in the league. They inject a street-ball atmosphere while showcasing a player’s skill to be creative with the […]

Jordan Brand and Nike are gearing up for a massive release calendar slating the rest of 2025 as they continue to bring fresh looks and new colorways to some of the most popular silhouettes in the numbered line. While the Air Jordan 1 is the sneaker that started it all for the Jumpman, the Jordan […]

The Air Jordan 4 continues to be the most popular numbered Jordan silhouette in production at the moment while Nike and Jordan Brand keep adding unique colorways to the classic model. With the hype surrounding the return of the UNDFTD x Air Jordan 4, fans are clamoring for more new looks in terms of colorways […]

Cooper Flagg is soaking in being the No. 1 pick by the Dallas Mavericks. The standout talent from Duke is entering the pros with tremendous expectations.  As he takes it all in, Flagg takes time out to answer questions about who he is and what he’s all about. During the NBA Draft festivities on Wednesday […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander just delivered a season that basketball fans will be talking about for decades. He led the Oklahoma City Thunder to an NBA championship, battling through a thrilling seven-game series against the Indiana Pacers, per AthlonSports. Along the way, he claimed the league’s scoring title, won regular season MVP, and took home Finals MVP […]

The 2025 NBA Draft is just two days away, and it is another crucial one for the Chicago Bulls. After another Play-In Tournament exit this season, the Bulls earned the 12th pick in the draft. There has been some chatter about Chicago potentially trading up for a higher pick, and in general, the team is […]

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has just stepped into basketball immortality. With the Oklahoma City Thunder clinching the elusive NBA title, the 26-year-old superstar has joined an elite club of players who have won the regular season MVP, led the league in scoring, and capped it all off with an NBA championship in one season. Achieving this rare […]

There’s no question that the Air Jordan 4 is currently the most popular silhouette in all of the numbered Jordan sneakers and Jordan Brand has been taking full advantage of the trend with their recent releases. Following their most updated release of the Air Jordan 4 “White Cement,” we’ll see a new colorway enter the […]

The Air Jordan 4 remains as one of Michael Jordan’s most iconic sneakers released with Nike and given their newfound popularity over the last few years, it has us questioning whether the Jordan 4 ever really went out of style. It’s certain, however, that sneakerheads have been anxiously awaiting the return of one particular pair […]

After Oklahoma City Thunder star Jalen Williams scored 40 points in the Game 5 NBA Finals victory over the Indiana Pacers, there were a ton of statements made by the basketball world comparing him and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to a legendary duo. Mostly, the comparisons have been the Thunder star in Williams to former Chicago Bulls […]

The Chicago Bulls have been blessed by the basketball gods multiple times in the draft. Michael Jordan fell to their lap in the 1984 NBA draft, they were given the No. 1 pick to draft Derrick Rose, and many more. However, when a coin flip determines the Bulls’ draft odds, the result has been quite […]

Growing up, the conversation that took control of our lives was debating who was better between Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James. Every person and athlete had an opinion on the subject, and it is a debate that continues to this day. There are thousands of former and current NBA players who have played […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder have put the Indiana Pacers on the brink of elimination for the first time these playoffs, taking a 3-2 series lead with a 120-109 win in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Monday night. Jalen Williams’ performance drew an intriguing Michael Jordan–Scottie Pippen comparison from ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith. […]

Nike and Jordan Brand are gearing up for a strong second-half of 2025 as they continue their announcements for drops and new releases coming later this year. This upcoming release had been teased back in 2024 with murmurs of a 2.0 updated look, but as it turns out, the “French Blue” Air Jordan 12 will […]

The stories and lore surrounding NBA G.O.A.T. Michael Jordan could be told for days on end – from his cut-throat performances in the NBA Finals to his dominance on an international stage with USA’s Dream Team. However, one occurrence stands out in sneaker lore forever with the moment Jordan shattered the backboard long before anyone […]

Charles Barkley’s pockets got a whole lot deeper thanks to a casual round of golf with Michael Jordan nearly 30 years ago. The Hall of Fame forward and iconic broadcaster recently reflected on a pivotal moment that reshaped his financial future, and it all started with a simple tip from MJ, TheSpun reports. Back in […]

If Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads the Oklahoma City Thunder to the title this season, he could enter a very exclusive club that only has three other NBA legends. Over the storied history of the NBA, only Kareem Abdul-Jabaar, Michael Jordan and Shaquille O’Neal have achieved the single-season trifecta of winning the scoring title, league MVP, and […]

The news that Michael Jordan would become a contributor to the new NBA on NBC this fall was a shock. Especially considering that Jordan is often elusive and makes very few media appearances.  One of those stunned was NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, who said as much during an interview with Dan Patrick on The Dan […]

Michael Jordan has always done things his own way. So when Adam Silver found out that NBC is planning to bring Jordan on board as a contributor for their upcoming NBA coverage, his reaction was pretty straightforward: “Good luck.” The Commissioner honestly didn’t think it would happen. In a conversation with Dan Patrick, Silver mentioned […]

For weeks, whispers circled like a fast break—Michael Jordan, the six-time NBA champion and cultural icon, was reportedly joining NBC’s NBA coverage for a massive $40 million a year. That figure raised eyebrows, not just for its size, but because it would have eclipsed his highest single-season salary during his playing career, per MSN. But […]

Few sneakers have transcended the world of sports and fashion quite like the Air Jordan 11 did back in 1995. To this day, it is widely regarded as Michael Jordan’s most iconic silhouette and has captured the hearts of millions by bringing them into the hobbies of basketball and sneaker collecting. An already massive year […]

The buzz surrounding the NBA’s return to NBC this fall remains palpable, with the addition of Michael Jordan as a special contributor being the extra cherry on top. There are “unconfirmed claims” that Jordan’s salary will be $40 million annually, which, if true, would be more than Tom Brady’s role at Fox Sports. Brady makes […]

Recently, the Indiana Pacers took a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals thanks to yet another incredible fourth quarter comeback capped off by a Tyrese Haliburton game winner to shock the Oklahoma City Thunder. It’s hard to be too surprised considering this is the fourth time this postseason that the Pacers have won in epic […]

Bad blood rivalries transcend the court when it comes to NBA basketball. Organizations chase NBA Finals appearances and championships; broadcasters chase ratings and market share. Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley have done both after decades in the league and with TNT’s Inside the NBA show. Shouting matches over the most talented, most popular star who […]

Derrick Rose is from Chicago, and the Chicago Bulls drafted him with the #1 overall pick in the 2008 NBA Draft. The GOAT debate in the NBA is primarily between LeBron James and Michael Jordan, so because of Rose’s ties to the Windy City, one would imagine that his GOAT is Jordan, who won six […]

Air Jordan and Nike have been releasing some of Michael Jordan’s most iconic sneaker over the last few years in an effort to revamp the classic numbered series. They’ve put a slight pause on new and imaginative colorways while giving fans the OG looks they’ve been waiting for. Up next, we’ll see one of his […]

Former 3-and-D wing and current analyst Danny Green has a unique perspective when it comes to debates about the greatest player of all time. He grew up watching Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls dominate the league in the 1990s and then celebrated a national title at the man’s Alma mater of North Carolina. He […]

The current play-in game exit carousel for the Chicago Bulls may have fans reminiscing about the team’s golden era of the 1990s, when they were led by icon Michael Jordan. No team in NBA history has reached the dominant heights of those Bulls team, which three-peated not once but twice in the decade with Jordan […]

Jalen Brunson entered Michael Jordan territory after his excellent performance in the New York Knicks’ 111-94 victory against the Indiana Pacers in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday night. In 34 minutes of action, Brunson was active with his scoring ability. He finished with a stat line of 32 points, five rebounds, […]

Jordan Brand and Nike are in-store for another groundbreaking collaboration in 2026 as we’ll see more imaginative concepts added to their catalogue in the new year. Levi’s denim company will join forces with the Jumpman once again in creating a three-shoe pack centered around the Air Jordan 3. After initial images and leaks, fans are […]