Nicolas Batum has yet to even set foot on the hardwood for the Charlotte Hornets and already there’s talk of him wanting to play elsewhere. Like, in Toronto, for the Raptors. Unless Batum decides to sign an extension with the Hornets (unlikely), he’ll reach unrestricted free agency next summer, at which point he’ll be one [...]
July 29, 2015
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The Golden State Warriors backcourt of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson has garnered the affectionate nickname “The Splash Brothers” for their impressive ability to shoot the rock, possessing jumpers so wet, they obliterate the nets. They have already been touted as the best backcourt in the NBA, and with some time, could finish their careers [...]
June 7, 2015
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Allen Moll
With just a few hours remaining before game five, the Grizzlies will look to redeem themselves from a crushing 101-84 defeat back in game four against the Warriors by returning the favor. Unfortunately, they might have to do this without one of their key players and premiere defender Tony Allen, who is ailing with a [...]
May 13, 2015
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Rumors
The basketball sock market has exploded in the last few years thanks largely to the sportswear brands shifting back to the high sock look. Seeing the opportunity, company Stance filled a void by offering stylish options at a quality high enough to rival the leading sportswear brands that were doing it. Their success has led [...]
We all know Stephen Curry is the best shooter right now in the league. Arguably the best the game has ever seen in its history. Check out this recent report that states Curry nailed 77 straight three-pointers during a practice session, no joke… From ESPN.com: Curry told ESPN the 77 represents the most he’s ever [...]
April 15, 2015
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Need a reminder of just how irretrievably crappy the New York Knicks are this season. Okay, here it comes. Per Bleacher Report’s Adam Fromal: Holy. Freaking. Shit. Entering Monday night, the Knicks are a very Knicks-ian 14-60. James Harden and Stephen Curry are the league’s top-two win-share accumulators; they each have more than 14. That’s [...]
March 31, 2015
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A 25-34 record shouldn’t be good enough for eighth place in the playoff picture, but the Indiana Pacers surely don’t care that the collectively mediocre Eastern Conference means they hold that position. And it’s not their responsibility to make excuses for it, either. Sunday night, the Pacers knocked off the Philadelphia 76ers 94-74, using a [...]
March 2, 2015
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Blogs, David Kenyon
LeBron James’ 10-year old son LeBron “Bronny” James, Jr. has been wowing the internet of late with some of his recent basketball mixtapes (videos after the jump). Partly because he seems to have it together for a 10-year old, but perhaps mainly because of who his father is. Bloodlines could mean something. Look at Steph [...]
February 25, 2015
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Fashion and NBA players have become synonymous of late. Guys arrive to games in attire that is sure to garner some attention. Partially because it helps boost their personal brand perhaps because they actually think they look fresh. For the first time in league history, players will compete in a fashion show during all-star weekend. [...]
February 10, 2015
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As we mentioned when we let you know about Harden being added to the 3-Point Shootout at All-Star Weekend, we are like kids in a candy shop waiting for the event. Why? Two names: Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. These two guys, and the Golden State Warriors have been creeping up on the NBA for [...]
February 6, 2015
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