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When the Los Angeles Lakers were four wins away from winning their third consecutive championship in 2002, Kobe Bryant thought of an interesting way to pay tribute to different iconic sports legends that came before him. In each game, Bryant arrived at the game wearing a jersey of athletes from different sports. For Game 1, […]

The debate has been going on for years and it shows no signs of slowing down. When it comes to discussion of the greatest NBA player of all-time, LeBron James has his supporters and so does Michael Jordan. Most 30+ point games in NBA History including playoffs: 672 — LeBron James671 — Michael Jordan558 — […]

It seems as if the relationship between Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen is untenable, especially with new comments by Stephen A. Smith on the PBD Podcast. Smith spoke on what appears to be a breaking point in their relationship fairly recently. Stephen A. Smith says Michael Jordan feels betrayed by Scottie Pippen for not offering […]

Michael Beasley is a former NBA forward and number two overall pick turned basketball analyst on social media, known for his eye-opening takes on players both past and present. Recently, Beasley took aim at Michael Jordan GOAT (Greatest of All Time) supporters in a rant posted to X that has fans in their feelings. Meanwhile, […]

PGA Tour star Justin Thomas currently ranks 27th on the tour’s list of highest earners, an important clue as to his current financial status. Thomas grew up in Louisville, Kentucky, an upbringing that once included quality time on the golf course with NBA all-time great Michael Jordan. Financially speaking, Thomas utilized his golf skills to […]

After the Air Jordan 4 ‘Black Cat’ retro was announced alongside a ‘Black Cat’ version of the Air Jordan 3, there have been recent confirmations that an Air Jordan 5 ‘Black Cat’ colorway will be on the schedule. Gracing the Jordan 5 silhouette for the first time, expect this to be another classic release for […]

There’s no denying that Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry is one of the greatest players to ever suit up in the NBA. According to Paul Pierce, his impact is so great that it even outshines the legacies of LeBron James and Michael Jordan. Speaking on Undisputed, Pierce made his case for the Warriors great: […]

Anthony Edwards has been drawing immense praise for his level of play this season and has been drawing comparisons to great players. Many NBA fans immediately compare Edwards to Michael Jordan because of slight similarities in their appearance and also their style of play as athletic, skilled two-guards. “He’s the closet thing I’ve seen mentally […]

Nick Saban’s departure from the Alabama football program saw a lot of players enter the transfer portal. It was largely because of the uncertainty of success in the future of the Crimson Tide. Coach Kalen DeBoer then had to scour for more talent but it looks like one of the legendary coach’s players is coming […]

On Monday evening, Minnesota Timberwolves star shooting guard Anthony Edwards submitted his entry for the NBA’s dunk of the year by absolutely posterizing Utah Jazz power forward John Collins in a play that quickly went viral in NBA social media circles. In fact, so vicious was Edwards’ dunk that both the Timberwolves star and Collins […]

Pistons Legend Isiah Thomas didn’t mince words in response to Stephen A. Smith weighing in on the decades-old rift between Thomas and Michael Jordan. This comes after Thomas’s appearance on The Draymond Green Show and spoke about his history with Jordan. “This dude got on national, international television and called me an asshole, somebody who […]

The Chicago Bulls needed a major bounce-back performance during their Wednesday night clash against the Indiana Pacers after they got demolished by the Dallas Mavericks back on Monday. That is exactly what the Bulls got from DeMar DeRozan, as the veteran shooting guard had the Pacers on toast especially to end the game. DeRozan ended […]

The Detroit Pistons and the Chicago Bulls are both far from their glory days right now, but back in the 90s, these two rivals were the class of the NBA. Michael Jordan and the Bulls and Isiah Thomas and the Pistons used to put on absolute shows in the playoffs when the two teams would […]

The beef doesn’t appear to be over between Detroit Pistons legend Isiah Thomas, and Chicago Bulls star Michael Jordan. Thomas takes issue with how Jordan talked about him on the television program The Last Dance, which depicted the Bulls’ final championship season with Jordan. "This dude got on international television and called me an a*shole… […]

Any time a player’s name is placed in the same sentence as Michael Jordan, it reflexively forces everyone to do a double-take. It doesn’t matter if you’re saying that this player’s game is stylistically similar to MJ’s, or if over the course of a season or a long stretch of games their numbers were similar, […]

Carmelo Anthony had the opportunity to be mentored by one of the greatest players in the game in Michael Jordan, and there’s no denying the Chicago Bulls legend had such a massive impact on Melo. Anthony shared as much in the latest episode of his 7PM in Brooklyn podcast with The Kid Mero. Melo recently […]

NBA 2K24 continues to add 100 OVR MyTEAM player items, now featuring His Airness himself, Michael Jordan. After 2K24 added its first 100 OVR player weeks ago with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, they didn’t stop there. They continued the trend when they added 100 OVR Shaq to the game as part of the Wild West program. Now, […]

Jamal Mashburn spent 12 years as a forward in the NBA, and he is making news for an intriguing story he recalled about Michael Jordan. Mashburn played against Jordan in the 2003 NBA All-Star Game. He revealed the eye-opening conversation he had with the legendary Bulls-turned-Wizards guard. Jamal Mashburn could not believe what Jordan said […]

Coby White came up huge for the Chicago Bulls Monday night, helping his team complete a 113-109 come-from-behind win on the road against the Sacramento Kings. White put up one of the greatest performances of his career against the Kings, as he finished with a career-high 37 points to go with five rebounds, seven assists, […]

Michael Jordan’s first and most recognizable basketball sneaker will see more upcoming releases just in time for the Spring months. The Air Jordan 1 has transcended basketball and made its way to the feet of skateboarders, sneakerheads, and grandparents alike. With a constant and never-ending possibility of color combinations, there’s a style for everyone. Check […]

LeBron James continues to be unbelievable. There is nothing left to prove in the basketball realm for the Los Angeles Lakers superstar, but that’s not stopping him from ascending to the top. While Michael Jordan is still regarded by the majority as the greatest player to ever play the sport of basketball, there is no […]

Breanna Stewart agreed to re-sign with the New York Liberty on Monday. The reigning MVP is ready to lead New York once again in 2024. Stewart channeled Michael Jordan with her reaction to the new contract Monday. I’m back. #StewYork pic.twitter.com/QJNxFNwsN9 — Breanna Stewart (@breannastewart) February 26, 2024 “I’m back,” Stewart wrote on X (formerly […]

Chris Chelios celebrated the retirement of his Chicago Blackhawks jersey with friends and family at the United Center Sunday prior to the home team’s game with the Detroit Red Wings. It was a widely anticipated event because the Chicago-born and raised Chelios was one of the greatest defensemen in team history. Celebrities including Eddie Vedder, […]

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs faced off against LeBron James and Los Angeles Lakers on Friday night. Afterward, it was the legend with whom many often compare to James who took center stage in one of the Spurs superstar’s answers. With five steals and five blocks in the 123-118 loss to the Lakers, […]

Former Chicago Bulls superstar Michael Jordan is expected to make a rare appearance at the United Center Sunday, but it’s not to take in a game from his former team. Instead, Jordan is expected to be on hand for an NHL game between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Detroit Red Wings. The Blackhawks are retiring […]

Typically when current NBA stars are asked the question, “Who is your GOAT,” the response is one of three names: Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, or LeBron James but certainly not any Minnesota Timberwolves. Twenty years ago, this exercise would’ve produced slightly different results. I assume that in 2004, the common answers to this question would’ve […]

Even though Michael Jordan hasn’t played in the NBA in over 20 years, his sneakers are still some of the most highly coveted sneakers in the entire world. One of his game-worn Jordan XIII Bred sneakers was even sold at an auction for $2,200,000 in 2022. To this day, it’s the most expensive shoe ever […]

Basketball Hall of Famer and former Philadelphia 76ers superstar point guard Allen Iverson has revealed his all-time starting five and what a lineup it is. During a recent appearance on a podcast with another 2000s great Shaquille O’Neal, Iverson said that his team will have Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry, Los Angeles Lakers legends […]

On February 18, Damian Lillard reminded the world what Dame Time was all about. Highlighted by several logo threes — one of which included a shot from the half-court line, Lillard was selected as the NBA All-Star Game MVP. The Milwaukee Bucks guard finished with 36 points on his eighth career selection. His trip to […]

The dunk contest is always one of the major draws at NBA All-Star Weekend. Last season, the NBA made history at the event when Mac McClung became the first G League player to be invited to participate. At the time of the contest though he had signed a contract with the Philadelphia 76ers. McClung will […]

Kevin Garnett hardly tries to hide his bias. As the undisputed greatest player in franchise history who still has dreams of one day joining his former team’s ownership group, the Hall-of-Famer turned NBA media star has a clear rooting interest for the Minnesota Timberwolves. Does that reality make his most recent comparison for Anthony Edwards […]

The NBA All-Star Game has featured legends throughout the years. In fact, making the All-Star Game is a firm validation that a particular player has reached an elite level in the league. While most players in the league make the All-Star team in their primes, only a handful continue to be in the festivities in […]

“Now, where was I?” Jon Stewart deadpanned on his Monday re-debut as host of Comedy Central’s The Daily Show, as if no time had passed since he stepped down from the show back in August of 2015. Stewart, who made The Daily Show appointment viewing every night during the Clinton, Bush, and Obama administrations, returned […]

Rumors abound that another Jordan and Pippen have split up, as Larsa Pippen and Marcus Jordan are rumored to have parted ways after a year of being in a relationship (h/t Parade). A source later confirmed their breakup, telling us, “They have decided to take some time apart to reevaluate their relationship. This has nothing […]

The Chicago Bulls and Los Angeles Lakers dynasties do not have just one thing in common. They are bound by a lot of similar schemes, two gritty shooting guards with a killer mentality, and Phil Jackson. Michael Jordan was always the guy who would never back down from a challenge but there was something special […]

Jude Bellingham’s meteoric rise at Real Madrid has not only solidified his status as a midfield maestro but also caught the attention of sportswear giant Adidas. Reports suggest that the iconic brand is poised to honor Bellingham’s achievements with a signature boot featuring his distinctive celebration as part of its design. Having dazzled audiences with […]

North Carolina basketball was stunned 80-76 by Clemson on Tuesday, but it wasn’t all bad news for Tar Heels point guard RJ Davis. Point guard scored 22 points in the loss, and in doing so, passed Michael Jordan for 15th place on the North Carolina basketball all-time scoring list, per Sam Lance of Zagsblog.com: “RJ […]

The entire 2023-24 season to this point has been a coming-out party for Chicago Bulls guard Coby White. Given the reins as the team’s starting point guard, White continues to stake his claim as the league’s Most Improved Player, with his performance on Tuesday night in the Bulls’ 129-123 comeback win over the Minnesota Timberwolves […]

Basketball icon Michael Jordan‘s game-worn sneakers from each of his six NBA championship victories have fetched a record-breaking $8,032,800 at auction, CNN reports. Dubbed “The Dynasty Collection,” the set included Air Jordan VI (1991), Air Jordan VII (1992), Air Jordan VIII (1993), Air Jordan XI (1996), Air Jordan XII (1997), and Air Jordan XIV (1998). […]