Tag: NBA
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Show and Prove: Remembering D’Angelo Russell’s Big Game…As a Laker
Remember that one time D’Angelo Russell made NBA history BEFORE being traded to the Brooklyn Nets? Here’s a reminder, just in case you don’t. While Russell’s career as a professional baller got off to a rather underwhelming and rocky start prior to going to Brooklyn, his brief time playing for the Los Angeles Lakers should ... -
What’s At Stake Over The Final Stretch Of The NBA Season?
With about three weeks left in the NBA regular season, not too much has been decided. One thing we do know is that, in all likelihood, LeBron James will miss the playoffs for the first time in 14 years, a disappointing start to his Lakers stint. Still, there’s plenty left undecided for the other superstars ... -
Where Could Anthony Davis Go?
With a fine of $50,000 toward Anthony Davis, he and his agent, Rich Paul, are wondering where, oh where, could he go next. Both have made it known to the New Orleans Pelicans that Davis won’t sign a supermax extension with the team after his contract expires next season. In other words, he wants out of ... -
What’s Wrong with the Boston Celtics?
Coming off an Eastern Conference Finals appearance without two of their best players in Kyrie Irving and Gordon Hayward, many expected the Boston Celtics to be the best team in the East and potentially push for 60+ wins. That hasn't been the case so far. -
Shaq’s 1st Album Reviewed…25 Years Later
The man. The myth. The Diesel. Twenty-five years ago, Shaquille O’Neal’s full-length debut studio album Shaq Diesel was released. At the time, the young center for the Orlando Magic was still a fresh face in the Association. The year was 1993; he was drafted in 1992. Even so, the 7-footer went on to become a ... -
Why The Denver Nuggets Are Primed To Take The Next Step
Last April, the Denver Nuggets missed the playoffs as narrowly as a team possibly could, losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves on the last night of the season, 112-106 in overtime. That made it the second straight year the Nuggets missed the playoffs by just one game. That loss stuck with the team all offseason and ... -
2018-19 NBA Awards Predictions
After another crazy NBA offseason, the regular season is set to kick off this Tuesday night when the Boston Celtics host the Philadelphia 76ers. Superstars like LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard have switched teams and Jimmy Butler could also be on the move after his recent trade demands. Given what’s happened over the busy offseason, ... -
My Favorite Dame DOLLA Songs
Everybody knows Damian Lillard can hoop, but did you know he can rap, too? I did; I’m actually a fan of his. In a fashion similar to that of retired NBA player and basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal, Lillard is using his celebrity platform to showcase his vast skill set to the world – not just ... -
Moving on Up: A Look at NBA 2K19 Player Ratings
With the release of NBA 2K19 less than two weeks away, 2k hosted a launch party in New York on Wednesday, allowing those in attendance to get a first look at the game. At the event, there were TVs set up showing the team selection screens and YouTuber Mike Korzemba took a video of them, ... -
Rising Up: Which NBA Players Could Break Out this Year?
Every year, multiple players take their game to the next level and become stars in the NBA. Last year, players like Victor Oladipo and Giannis Antetokounmpo made All-NBA teams and showed that they’ll be some of the bigger stars in the NBA going forward. Today we’ll take a look at some players who could take ...