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September 27th was the first NBA Media Day of this upcoming season and basketball sneaker fans were in for a surprise. Over at the Oracle Arena in Oakland, the Warriors greeted various members of the media with attention quickly going to Stephen Curry and his feet. Wearing what is likely to be a player exclusive [...]

The NBA offseason is annoying. Others may use other words to describe it, such as grueling, prolonged and evil. But I just find it annoying. Really, really, ridiculously annoying. Before I delve too deep into my pet peeve, there is some good news for Los Angeles Lakers fans: Steve Blake told Lakers.com’s Mike Trudell that [...]

Fans of Chris Paul and the LA Clippers have to be ecstatic now that CP3 finally committed to playing long term in Los Angeles, as the Clippers are now primed to make a deep Playoff run, as one of the deepest and talented teams as any in the Association. Blake Griffin should be back at [...]

Prior to getting injured in the playoffs last year, one of Russell Westbrook’s claims to fame was the had never missed a game due to injury in college or the NBA. Even so, when he went out it was reported that may be back in time if OKC reached the Finals. That didn’t happen, but [...]

When dealing with International basketball prospects it’s either hit or miss when it comes to predicting just how well a player will produce on the highest level of American competition. It’s true that hoops leagues around the World have made tremendous strides in raising the level of their games over the past decade to produce [...]

It’s no secret that the Cleveland Cavaliers were mighty upset at losing the services of franchise player Lebron James to the Miami Heat in free agency a few years ago, especially considering he’s since made 3 straight NBA Finals appearances and won 2 consecutive NBA crowns. Cavs owner Dan Gilbert has been very openly disgusted [...]

The Indiana Pacers had a great run last season, ending in a hard fought season ending series lossin the Eastern Conference Finals to the eventual NBA champion Miami Heat. First time All Star Paul George and dominating big man Roy Hibbert may be the Pacers’ most valuable players, but point guard George Hill may be [...]

Derrick Rose is a freight train when he’s headed towards the rim, so good luck stepping in front to take a charge. He has blend of power and speed. He may be even more powerful when he finally returns. During his time off, Rose added 10 pounds of muscle. The only concern is whether or not [...]

Bruce Bowen’s reputation precedes him. During his playing days, he was a great defender. He was also considered a dirty defender, loathed by his opponents and (likely) adored by his teammates. Think of him as a good samaritan who hated tourists. That’s how I’d put it. Better than his defensive sets was his honesty. At [...]

Where is the love? The Brooklyn Nets and New York Knicks do not like each other. More specifically, Paul Pierce does not like the Knicks, and J.R. Smith doesn’t like the Nets. Those two have been fueling this rivalry since the Boston Celtics helped make Brooklyn a legitimate title contender. Both parties have gone back [...]