On December 21, 1891, the first ever “basket ball” game was played in Springfield, Massachusetts, after Canadian physical education instructor James Naismith created the indoor sport to keep athletes indoors during the …
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Remembering Bobby Phills: The Tragic Loss Of A Great NBA Player
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasIn the world of professional basketball, moments of triumph are often intertwined with instances of profound sorrow. Such was the case 25 years ago today, on January 12, 2000, when …
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37 Years Ago, Pete Maravich Died, Exactly Like He Predicted Years Earlier
by Len Werleby Len WerleOn January 5, 1988, Hall of Famer Pete Maravich died at the young age of 40 after suffering a heart attack, as a consequence of a previously undetected heart defect, while …
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24 Years Ago Today Tony Delk Had The Most Surprising 50+ Point Game In NBA History
by Len Werleby Len WerleWhen it comes to surprising 50+ point games in the NBA, we often talk about Corey Brewer, Terrence Ross, or Mo Williams. But what likely was the most surprising 50+ …
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Richaun Holmes Tried To Get His Own Baby Involved In Halftime Baby Race
by Len Werleby Len WerleDuring the halftime baby race at a recent Washington Wizards game, Richaun Holmes did everything he could to encourage his baby to participate in the event. The crowd was treated …
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Take A Look At LeBron James’ Amazing Career On His 40th Birthday
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasLeBron James is widely considered one of the greatest basketball players of all time. His career has been marked by numerous accolades, including four NBA championships, four NBA Most Valuable …
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Bubba Wells’ Unforgettable Night: Six Fouls in Three Minutes
by Len Werleby Len WerleIn the annals of NBA history, there are moments that stand out for their sheer uniqueness and unpredictability. One such instance occurred on a fateful night 27 years ago today, …
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133 Years Ago, Dr. James Naismith Invented Basketball, Listen To Him Explain It Himself
by Len Werleby Len Werle133 years ago, Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in Springfield, Massachusetts. Over a century later, University of Kansas researcher, Michael J. Zogry, discovered an audio at the Library of Congress in …
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18 Years Ago, David Lee Made The Impossible Game-Winner With 0,1 Seconds Left
by Len Werleby Len Werle18 years ago, during a meaningless regular season game between the New York Knicks and the Charlotte Bobcats, a miracle happened in Madison Square Garden. David Lee won the game …
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