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The Enduring Impact of Kobe Bryant’s Passing on the Basketball World
Kobe Bryant’s passing on January 26, 2020, was a moment that reverberated across the globe. The news of the helicopter crash that claimed the lives…
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2023 NBA Draft Big Board: Prospects Ranked 1-100
THIS IS THE FINAL BIG BOARD! (Ba na na na na). If you have complaints please send them to @PastorPostUp on Twitter because I will…
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The Lakers vs. Celtics Rivalry: A Historic Clash of Basketball Titans
The Lakers vs. Celtics rivalry is not just any rivalry; it is a clash of basketball titans that has transcended time, captivating fans with its…
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The Significance of NBA All-Time Teams and Debates over Selections
The NBA All-Time Teams are a prestigious collection of players recognized for their exceptional skills, contributions, and impact on the game of basketball. Composed of…
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The Jordan Rules: An Analytical Exploration of Strategy, Controversy, and Legacy
Michael Jordan, a paragon of basketball excellence, achieved unparalleled success in the NBA throughout the 1990s. However, his dominance was not without its challenges, leading…
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3 stats proving that Denver isn’t playing anywhere near its peak… and why it doesn’t matter
Writing about the NBA Finals isn’t easy. Every schmuck with a laptop is watching the same games, hitting on the same stories, and covering the…
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David Robinson: The Admiral
In the illustrious history of the NBA, there are only a handful of players whose impact resonates far beyond their exceptional statistics and accolades. David…
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The Impact of the NBA on Youth Sports
The National Basketball Association (NBA) has had a significant impact on youth sports, particularly basketball. The popularity of the NBA and its players has inspired…
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What are the Psychological Challenges of being an NBA Player?
Basketball is a sport that has captured the attention and passion of millions of fans around the world, and the National Basketball Association (NBA) is…
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NBA Philanthropy: A Catalyst for Change and Global Impact
Philanthropy plays a pivotal role in transforming societies and uplifting communities worldwide. The National Basketball Association (NBA), one of the most prestigious professional basketball leagues,…
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Three Questions Before Game 1 of the 2023 NBA Finals
The Finals are here, and they will be glorious. In one corner, we have the eighth-seeded, scrappy try-hards in Miami trying to make history. In…
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Chicago Bulls Off-season Notebook Vol. 2: Cheap Free Agency Options to Pursue
We’re back with another offseason notebook. I covered in the last notebook that this is a big offseason for the Bulls who drastically need to…
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2023 NBA Finals Preview: Miami continues its uphill battle into Denver
If there’s one word to describe this year’s NBA Playoffs, it’s “poetic.” The stories of both conferences are polar opposites. A one-seed playing against a…
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4 Winners and a Loser of Boston-Miami Game 7
Winner: NBA teams hoping to upgrade The Jaylen Brown situation is very, very complicated. Brown nabbed a Second Team All-NBA spot this year (although he…
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2023 Dallas Mavericks NBA Draft Guide
The Dallas Mavericks are in a difficult position for the 2023 NBA Draft. Last season ended in what is the NBA’s equivalent of a fiery…
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The Heat can’t dribble
Imagine driving a car with no steering wheel. Imagine barbequing without sauce. Imagin typing on a kyboard without th lttr aftr “d.” That is what…
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People don’t know the name of the Heat’s third-best player
Caleb Martin has been the third-best player on the team that’s poised to win the Eastern Conference, and announcers still can’t get his name right.…
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Is LeBron James Finally Showing His Age?
If there’s one thing we as fans have learned watching sports, it’s that Father Time is undefeated. While some have been able to stay ahead…
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This Year’s Biggest NBA Disappointments
I wrote earlier this year about the NBA’s happiest surprises: Gilgeous-Alexander, the Kings, and more. Today, it’s time to write about the flip side: the…
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