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Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant wanted his idol, Michael Jordan, or Phil Jackson to induct him into the Hall of Fame. The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announced in December the list of eligible candidates for the Class of 2020. Bryant was on the list and would have given a great speech had […]

Former NBA star Scottie Pippen shared some poignant words about the life of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, one that came to an end on Sunday when a helicopter crash took him along with his daughter Gianna and seven other passengers in Calabasas. Pippen, who played in the NBA through the early part of […]

Boston Celtics head coach Brad Stevens offered some valued perspective on the life and career of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant in the devastating wake of Bryant’s passing on Sunday. Stevens said that Kobe was the modern generation’s equivalent of Michael Jordan: Brad Stevens on this younger generation: “Kobe’s their Jordan.” — Jay King […]

Michael Jordan has issued a statement on the tragic death of NBA and Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. The former Lakers star, along with his 13-year-old daughter Gianna and seven others, passed away on Sunday in a helicopter crash in California. Bryant was reportedly en route to a travel basketball game with his daughter, […]

Michael Jordan doesn’t dish out compliments often, which is why his recent comments on Houston Rockets tar James Harden came as a surprise. Jordan, who is known as the greatest player of all time, spoke with Roderick Boone of The Athletic on Zion Williamson, the Charlotte Hornets in Paris and James Harden’s scoring ability. While […]

There’s no question that Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic has established himself as one of the best players in the NBA today. He has also caught the eye of some legends and players in the past. The latest former player to sing praises towards the Slovenian Sensation is former Mavs guard Derek Harper, who recently […]

Hall of Fame shooting guard, and now Charlotte Hornets owner, Michael Jordan partially made a name for himself overseas in 1992 at the Summer Olympics in Barcelona, Spain, alongside the stunning “Dream Team” United States men’s national squad taking home gold and signing autographs across the Atlantic. On Friday, appearing in Paris, France, with the […]

Hall of Fame shooting guard Michael Jordan, principal owner of the Charlotte Hornets, traveled with his team to Paris, France, with the NBA showcased in a regular-season matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks overseas. Jordan, 56, was asked about how he would handle himself against the competition in the Association today, a common through-line of debate […]

Even the greatest basketball player in history, Michael Jordan, knows he wouldn’t be in the position he is today without the help and guidance of former NBA Commissioner David Stern. In a piece from Roderick Boone of The Athletic, the All-Time great and current principal owner of the Charlotte Hornets opened up about how Stern […]

Chicago Bulls legend and Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan says Jordan Brand was “fortunate” New Orleans Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson signed an endorsement deal with them. Williamson signed a record rookie sneaker deal worth $75 million over five years with Jordan Brand. The Pelicans star made his regular season NBA debut on Wednesday against the […]

Ever since LeBron James was in high school nearly two decades ago, the Michael Jordan comparisons were incessant. Now, they are even louder. James is in his 17th season and is still going as strong as ever, averaging 25.2 points, 10.8 assists (a career high) and 7.7 rebounds per game for a Los Angeles Lakers […]

Stephen Curry took a crack at naming his all-time starting five during a recent appearance on All The Smoke, a podcast headlined by former teammate Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson. The Golden State Warriors star was quick to dart his first three players, but had to think long and hard about his frontcourt additions. “Magic […]

When Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant passed his idol, Michael Jordan, on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, His Airness made sure to congratulate Bryant. Bryant figures to do the same thing when LeBron James passes him on the list since the two are close friends off the court and have great respect for one […]

The Los Angeles Lakers got a dominant win over the Dallas Mavericks thanks to the incredible efforts of LeBron James. In fact, his extraordinary outing is also worthy of praise: he passed his idol and basketball legend Michael Jordan on the all-time field goals made list. It’s an incredible achievement that deserves high praise. Immediately […]

LeBron James made history on Friday while leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 129-114 victory over the Dallas Mavericks. The King has passed Michael Jordan for fourth on the all-time field goals made list. LeBron entered the game needing only 10 made shots to surpass His Airness for the record, and he did so […]

Former Lakers star Kobe Bryant admitted he was “pissed off” about retiring and not being able to match Michael Jordan’s ring total of six championships, falling one short of that feat. During a conversation with Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson in the All The Smoke podcast, the Los Angeles Lakers icon noted that tidbit, including […]

Charlotte Hornets owner and Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan has released a statement on the passing of former NBA commissioner David Stern. Jordan made his statement on Stern to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium: NBA legend and Hornets owner Michael Jordan’s statement to @TheAthletic @Stadium on death of iconic NBA commissioner David Stern: […]

After breaking Michael Jordan’s record for most consecutive games with 20-5-5 stat line earlier this month, Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic has once again one-upped the legendary Hall of Famer. The 20-year-old Mavs point-forward became the youngest player to notch multiple 30-point, 15-assist games in a season — a record once held by His Airness […]

Fun Guy. Two words that are perhaps best associated with L.A. Clippers superstar Kawhi Leonard. Apparently, however, a certain GOAT uttered those same words in 1996. A Reddit post (credits to Reddit user u/babbagack) recently dug up an old clip of Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan saying that he wants to be remembered as a […]

LeBron James is one of the league’s top players who is playing for a big team in the Los Angeles Lakers. Many think that he’s one of the greatest players to ever play the game, but Quentin Richardson begs to differ. The retired journeyman, who started his career with the Los Angeles Clippers, talked about […]

Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan are part of a much larger story. If you are a student of the history of basketball, you probably understand that great players often “pattern” their games off of generations of previous stars. For example, Richard Hamilton patterned his game after Reggie Miller. Current star Stephen Curry said back in […]

A Pippen-Jordan reunion took place ahead of ESPN’s broadcast of the LA Clippers-Los Angeles Lakers Christmas duel. Even LeBron James joined the party as Michael B. Jordan, the actor, sat beside Chicago Bulls icon Scottie Pippen. After all, James grew up watching the Bulls’ idolized Michael Jordan — the player. "MICHAEL B. JORDAAAAAAN!" –@KingJames 😂 […]

Chicago Bulls icon Michael Jordan enjoyed several prestigious victories over the course of his career in the NBA. The North Carolina native won six championships with Chicago and left a lasting legacy along the way. However, let’s take a look back at his last playoff defeat — a loss to Shaquille O’Neal and the upstart […]

It has been noted that Josh Allen tends to play better in the fourth quarter of games for the Buffalo Bills. Due to his level of play late in games, Dion Dawkins—Buffalo’s left tackle—has compared his quarterback to Michael Jordan. “If you want to go down history lines, fourth quarter starts with J and ends […]

Everyone and their mother knows how James Harden is playing out of his mind this season. In fact, he had another 50-point performance this season that puts him closer to the lofty heights set by two NBA legends. According to ESPN Stats & Info, The Beard is closing in on His Airness and The Black […]

The 1992 United States men’s Olympic basketball team, otherwise known as the Dream Team, may be the greatest roster ever assembled in the history of the sport. They went undefeated throughout the world tournament and earned a gold medal for their country, dominating opponents and winning their games by an average margin of victory of […]

TMZ Sports recently caught up with NBA legend Scottie Pippen to ask him about recent comparisons between former Chicago Bulls teammate Michael Jordan and second-year Mavs star Luka Doncic. Pippen famously served alongside Jordan on the Bulls teams that dominated the ’90s. Together, the two icons won six championships. Moreover, they became close friends. If […]

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic is unsure about what to feel after passing Michael Jordan’s record for most consecutive 20-5-5 games. Per Callie Caplan of the Dallas Morning News, the Mavs youngster was a little overwhelmed by the record. It’s not just because of the countless statistical records broken every single season, but being mentioned […]

Dallas Mavericks phenom Luka Doncic has broken the record of Michael Jordan for the most consecutive 20-5-5 games in league history. Per Mavs PR, Doncic has now 19 straight games with at least 20 points, five, rebounds, and five assists. Doncic claimed the record in Sunday’s loss to the Sacramento Kings. He ended the game […]

Dallas Mavericks star Luka Doncic has tied Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan for the longest streak of games with 20 points, five rebounds, and five assists since the NBA/ABA Merger with 18 straight games. The Mavs’ floor general joins Jordan and Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson as the only players in NBA history with such […]

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo became the fourth player to record 50 points, 10 rebounds and not commit a single turnover in a game since the latter became an official during the 1977-78 season, according to ESPN Stats & Info. The Milwaukee Bucks talisman joined Carmelo Anthony, Moses Malone, and Michael Jordan (twice), as the only […]

Michael Jordan is widely agreed upon as the NBA’s GOAT. The one NBA player most believe is the closest to His Airness is LeBron James, once proclaimed as The Chosen One coming out of high school. Both these players boast historic careers, with James’ career obviously not over yet. The comparing of these two players […]

Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan has a long-attached piece of off-the-court memorabilia tied to him that’s going up to action this week. It’s a $5 check from his University of North Carolina days, which he signed, endorsing a bet attached to the infamous athlete and gambler. Per Cassandra Negley in Yahoo! Sports: Jordan, a man […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo might have reached the peak most players aspire to get to, earning MVP honors last season, but the Milwaukee Bucks talisman is still mesmerized by the numbers hanging in the rafters of the storied United Center, home of the Chicago Bulls. Names like Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen hang majestically from the roof […]

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young has forged himself beside LeBron James and Michael Jordan as the only three players with multiple 40-point, 10-assist games before turning 22-years-old. Trae Young had his second career 40-point, 10-assist game tonight. The only other players in NBA history with multiple such games before turning 22 are LeBron James and […]

Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young has tied Michael Jordan for the most 35-point, 10-assist game in their first 90 games in the NBA since 1983. Per Basketball-Reference, Young and Jordan both have four games with at least 35 points and 10 assists. Most 35 points, 10 assist games in their first 90, since 1983:Michael Jordan […]

Dallas Mavericks guard Luka Doncic can’t seem to do no wrong these days. In just his second year in the league, the 20-year-old has turned a lot of heads this season and has already emerged as the franchise player for the Mavs. He channeled his inner” MJ” on Monday night against the Boston Celtics when […]

Last month, Michael Jordan said that Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry is not a Hall of Famer just yet. Whether Jordan was speaking in literal terms (because Curry isn’t literally in the Hall of Fame at this point) or saying that Curry doesn’t have the resume to make the Hall is up for debate, […]

It seems as though Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan is not a fan of load management. In fact, the six-time champion has apparently told his players that they are “paid to play 82 games.” The increased debate on load management stems from the Clippers’ decision to rest Kawhi Leonard for Wednesday night’s nationally televised matchup […]