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According to an ESPN article from 2011, an average NBA career lasts for approximately five years. To triple that average and still remain an impactful player in a sport that is quite reliant on athleticism, explosiveness and tiresome scheduling truly is a remarkable feat. Only 151 players in NBA history managed to reach that longevity […]

James Harden was determined not to have two poor games in a row, making quick work of the Washington Wizards with a 38-point performance in 34 minutes, one that led to a 120-104 rout. From his usual courtside seat, Houston Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon watched intently, sharing a back-and-forth moment, along with some laughs with […]

The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Houston Rockets on Sunday, like everyone expected. The Mavericks were without Dirk Nowitzki, Wesley Matthews, and J.J. Barea, yet they gave the Rockets all they could handle before eventually losing by seven points. The effort by the Mavs impressed former Rockers superstar Hakeem Olajuwon, who reportedly entered the visiting locker […]

Tanking a season has been frowned upon by the NBA which instituted the NBA Draft Lottery in 1985 to prevent teams from doing so. The lottery was created to give all non-playoff teams a chance for the top pick in the NBA Draft. Despite several changes to the system since then, teams continue to tank […]

The 1984 would always be in the mix of the conversation on the greatest draft in the history of the NBA. Notable players include famous picks in the following order, Hakeem Olajuwon (1), Michael Jordan (3), Charles Barkley (5), Alvin Robertson (7), Otis Thorpe (9), Kevin Willis (11), John Stockton (16). This draft class has […]

New York Knicks forward Kristaps Porzingis has continued to make progressive strides forward in his development in his third season in the league. At the same time, he has also remained a high-impact player on the defensive end of the court that has put him on pace for exclusive company in NBA history, according to […]

Early on, it looked as though New Orleans Pelicans center DeMarcus Cousins’ only highlight versus the New York Knicks would be the bizarre turnover that led to him being posterized by center Enes Kanter. Fortunately, Cousins managed to make up for it with a stellar performance en route to a 123-118 overtime victory on Sunday. The […]

It has been an eventful few days for newly-signed Houston Rockets guard Gerald Green. He made headlines earlier this week after celebrating his signing with his hometown team by getting the Rockets’ logo braided into his hair. For Green, there is plenty of reason to celebrate. Not only does he get to return to his native Houston, […]

Despite only standing 4-foot-9, Simone Biles has made a name for herself as one of the best athletes in the world today. She won four gold medals in the gymnastics competition at the 2016 Rio Olympics, and is also a three-time all-around, three-time floor, and two-time balance beam world champion. Given all the feats she […]

The Houston Rockets have out the entire NBA on notice so far this season, boasting the best record in the NBA. They’ve taken the league by storm in such a way that Rockets legend Hakeem Olajuwon gave his two cents on just how well his former team is playing this season, per Adam Wexler of […]

Records in sports serve as a bridge between eras, a way to compare the greats of the past with the stars of today. Many every “well-known” record memorized from past to present; but what about the “under the radar” NBA records? Here is a quick look at some NBA records you may have never heard […]

The New York Knicks have a superstar in the making with Kristaps Porzingis. The Latvian product is proving with every passing game that he’s the real deal and ready to shoulder the responsibility of being the face of the storied NBA franchise in the biggest market in the country. Along with making a case for […]

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid joined elite company on Wednesday night after amassing a career-best 46-point, 15-rebound, seven-assist, seven-block performance under the bright lights of Staples Center against the Los Angeles Lakers. Not only did the 7-footer tally career-high numbers in points, assists, and blocks, but also joined Shaquille O’Neal, Hakeem Olajuwon, and David Robinson […]

The Houston Rockets have been sold recently to local billionaire Tilman Fertitta for a record price of $2.2 billion. While having a new ownership team could change the direction and disrupt the success of a franchise, one of their best players of all time thinks otherwise. Hakeem Olajuwon, who spent 17 seasons with the Rockets, […]

Count Hakeem Olajuwon among the growing list of NBA personalities to donate a substantial amount to the Hurricane Harvey relief effort. The Houston Rockets legend pledged a $150,000 contribution to Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner’s fundraising effort, per the Houston Rockets’ official Twitter account. https://twitter.com/HoustonRockets/status/903769275156094978 Olajuwon has inextricable ties to the city of Houston and is […]

How do the Cavaliers and Warriors stack up versus the All-Time NBA Super Powers? This NBA offseason has been all about the super teams. The Timberwolves acquired Jimmy Butler with the hopes that they have the next super team marinating in Minnesota. Gordon Hayward signed with the Boston Celtics via free agency because his All-Star […]

Sitting tight and snuggled by his taco suit, seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry made some pretty bold claims about how he should have won 10 rings if not for Manu Ginobili. “Let me just say this: You got yours because, if Manu Ginobili would have did the things he was supposed to do, I would have had like […]

Following another Golden State Warriors double-digit win in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, overreaction Monday was due and the guests on the set of ESPN’s The Jump with Rachel Nichols didn’t disappoint. First Paul Pierce doubled down on his assessment of Kevin Durant being the best player in the NBA right now after outperforming LeBron James. […]

The highlight reel is just getting started for young Philadelphia 76ers rookie Joel Embiid, as he pulled off this dream shake-like maneuver against Utah Jazz center and fellow Kansas product Jeff Withey. https://vine.co/v/5j1vurJv0QH Despite the Sixers getting manhandled by 25 points, Embiid continues to show promise — because if there’s something ‘The Process’ has had […]

When Philadelphia 76ers rookie Joel Embiid made his long-awaited debut in front of his home fans on Wednesday, he impressed not only the eager fans that packed a sold out Wells Fargo Center, but the opposing coach Billy Donovan as well. The Oklahoma City Thunder coach had high praise for the big man after his […]

From being booed on draft night to becoming the owner of monster putbacks that ignited the crowd at Madison Square Garden, or any other arenas for that matter, Kristaps Porzingis has gone through a lot in the eyes of fans. The 7-foot-3 Latvian is as unique as they come. His combination of superb length, agility, […]

Robert Horry was not only one of the biggest clutch shooters of all-time, but also one of the luckiest to play alongside some great talent. “Big Shot Bob” was part of the 1990s Rockets, the early 2000s Lakers, and the mid-2000s Spurs, earning him seven NBA championships in the process. The 6-foot-10 Alabama product was […]

Former NBA Commissioner David Stern and retired legend Hakeem Olajuwon have been honored by FIBA for their contributions to international basketball. Both men were inducted on Saturday, and are now Hall of Famers for FIBA, and the Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. Commissioner Stern worked with former FIBA Secretary General Borislav Stankovic in the ’80s and […]

Humility defined Hakeem Olajuwon throughout his NBA career, especially early on. Olajuwon famously didn’t correct reporters on the spelling of his first name, which was “Akeem” for many years. His selfless, team-first attitude helped him grow into an NBA champion. That same attitude may have been at play during a McDonald’s commercial shoot early in […]

With the NBA game shifting more and more to the perimeter, there has been concern from many that the days of traditional big men are numbered. The Golden State Warriors are certainly the poster child for this trend, having recently shattered the record for three pointers made in a single season with 1,077. The previous […]

On Sunday afternoon, Kobe Bryant played his last game in Houston as the Lakers took on the Rockets. Throughout the game, the Black Mamba showed some signs of his vintage self as he drained deep three’s and fadeaway jumpers. The Lakers would ultimately fall to the Rockets but Kobe received a warm embrace from a […]