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14 years ago today, a trade that would have made Chris Paul and Kobe Bryant teammates, was vetoed by then NBA Commissioner David Stern. The Lakers had agreed to a …
Larry Bird, who celebrates his 69th birthday today, was not only one of the greatest players in NBA history, he also was the league’s greatest trash talker. Unlike others, he …
Today is NBA legend, Larry Bird’s 69th birthday, so it’s only fair to look back at one of his memorable moments. Valentine’s Day 1986, the Celtics came into Portland winning …
While we all know about Kobe Bryant and his incredible career, Antawn Jamison seems to be flying under the radar in today’s generation. Granted, Jamison was nowhere near the player …
Nine years ago today, on December 5, 2016, Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors delivered one of the most remarkable performances in NBA history. In a dominant 142-106 victory …
Former NBA star, Latrell Sprewell enjoyed a pretty great NBA career. The former Warriors, Knicks and Timberwolves player was a four-time All-Star, and was named part of the NBA’s All-First …
35 years ago today, on December 3, 1990, the Boston Celtics honored long-time announcer Johnny Most by unveiling a banner bearing a microphone on the balcony facade near his old …
There are certain types of players who thrive under pressure, even more so if that pressure comes from an opposing crowd. Shaquille O’Neal was one of these players during his …
Ten years ago today, on November 29, 2015, Kobe Bryant announced via his infamous poem ‘Dear Basketball’ on The Players’ Tribune website, that he will retire after the 2015-16 season. Dear Basketball, …
Few players had as many incredibly savage poster-dunks on opponents as Shawn Kemp, who celebrates his birthday today. Three of his most memorable dunks, also three of the NBA’s most …
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