On October 31, 1950, Earl Lloyd made history by becoming the first African American player to compete in an NBA game. Lloyd’s debut with the Washington Capitols marked a significant …
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Revolutionizing The Game: The NBA’s 24-Second Clock And The Battle Against Stalling
In the storied history of the National Basketball Association, few innovations have had as profound an impact on the game as the introduction of the 24-second shot clock and …
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In the crisp autumn of 1984, a young basketball player took his first steps onto an NBA court, completely unaware that he was about to change the game of basketball …
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24 Years Ago, The NBA Directed Forfeiture Of Timberwolves’ Next 5 First Round Draft Picks In Joe Smith Scandal
Twenty-four years ago, the NBA faced one of its most significant controversies involving the Minnesota Timberwolves and forward Joe Smith. On October 25, 2000, the NBA announced that, as a …
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Nike Still Owes Jordan Crawford Money For His Legendary Dunk On LeBron James
Jordan Crawford had been in and out of the NBA for the better part of the 2010s. While he’s always shown flashes of greatness in his offensive game, his productivity, …
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Wilt Chamberlain was the most dominant player in the NBA during his time in the league. He made his presence felt — grabbing 20 rebounds a game, dropping 50 points …
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Allen Iverson Was The Main Reason For David Stern To Implement The NBA Dresscode 19 Years Ago
Former Philadelphia 76ers legend Allen Iverson is considered one of the most groundbreaking players in NBA history. His skills, unique style, and devastating crossover–to go with his 6’0” frame–put him …
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Basketball history is filled with awe-inspiring achievements and records that have shaped the game into what it is today. One such remarkable accomplishment was achieved by the late Nate Thurmond, …
