The Magic joined the league in 1989-1990. Over the last 30+ years, Orlando has been home to a few great players and many good ones.…
View More All-Time Orlando Magic Team: the Best Players in Magic History
NBA History
Dive deep into the history of the NBA with HoopSocial’s NBA History blog. Are you passionate about the history of the NBA? We’re always looking for contributors – consider writing for HoopSocial!
Top 10 Greatest Centers in NBA History
Throughout the off-season, we’ve been breaking down the top players all-time at each position. Before we start, I want to be clear that ABA and…
View More Top 10 Greatest Centers in NBA History
The 1946-47 BAA Season: A Complete History of (what became) the NBA’s First Season
Our beloved National Basketball Association (NBA) came into being as the Basketball Association of America. At its formation, it was the LaMelo Ball of the…
View More The 1946-47 BAA Season: A Complete History of (what became) the NBA’s First Season
Top 10 Greatest Power Forwards in NBA History
With the NBA off-season in full swing, we’ll be breaking down the top 10 players at each position in league history. Today, it’s time to…
View More Top 10 Greatest Power Forwards in NBA History
Top 10 Greatest Small Forwards in NBA History
This offseason we’re breaking down the top 10 greatest at each position, and for this edition we’ll be focusing in on the league’s best ever…
View More Top 10 Greatest Small Forwards in NBA History
Top 10 Greatest Shooting Guards in NBA History
Throughout the history of the NBA, dynamic shooting guards have captivated audiences. High-flying dunks, killer crossovers, and lightning-fast pull-up jumpers have kept us watching the…
View More Top 10 Greatest Shooting Guards in NBA History
Top 10 Greatest Point Guards in NBA History
With the offseason in full swing, I am going to be breaking down the top players all-time at each position. First, we start with the…
View More Top 10 Greatest Point Guards in NBA History
A Brief History of Basketball before the NBA
Despite what many on TikTok may believe, there was professional basketball long before Kobe Bryant and Allen Iverson. Yes, I am talking about a history…
View More A Brief History of Basketball before the NBA
The Hall Of Old And Pretty Good
It started with a simple statement from my friend, Peter. “I think that too many players are getting into the Hall of Fame these days.”…
View More The Hall Of Old And Pretty Good
NBA Time Capsule: Devin Booker’s 70 Point Game
On March 24th, 2017, Devin Booker became only the 6th NBA player to score 70 points in a single game. Booker joined the likes of…
View More NBA Time Capsule: Devin Booker’s 70 Point Game
Dissecting the Monstars Roster Construction in Space Jam
With Space Jam 2 being universally panned by critics, can we talk about the original Monstars roster construction for a second. The 1996 Children’s movie…
View More Dissecting the Monstars Roster Construction in Space Jam
Top 10 Most Versatile Players In NBA History
Basketball has always been one of the most intense and exciting sports to watch. This is because of how close to the action audience members…
View More Top 10 Most Versatile Players In NBA History
How History Can Help Predict A Champion
Editor’s Note: This piece was a collaboration between Michael Shearer and Jason Coldiron The 2022 NBA Playoffs are upon us, and they will be glorious.…
View More How History Can Help Predict A Champion
The Tallest Players at Each Position in NBA History
The game of basketball has always catered to those blessed with the gift of height. From Mikan and Wilt dominating the center position to Magic…
View More The Tallest Players at Each Position in NBA History
Michael Jordan Knows Who I Am (Sort Of)
As you read the title, you may have thought, ”how does this no name blogger know MJ?” We’ve never chugged down tequila, smoked fat cigars,…
View More Michael Jordan Knows Who I Am (Sort Of)
All-Time Brooklyn/New Jersey Nets Team
Today we will be assembling an all-time team for the Brooklyn (formerly New Jersey) Nets. This franchise was originally created in 1967 and was first…
View More All-Time Brooklyn/New Jersey Nets Team
All-Time New York Knicks Team
In this article we will discuss the lengthy history of the New York Knicks. The team was created in 1946 as part of the newly…
View More All-Time New York Knicks Team
All-Time Indiana Pacers Team
If you’re an NBA fan, chances are you’ve thought about the best possible team you could construct from all of the players to ever suit…
View More All-Time Indiana Pacers Team
All-Time Houston Rockets Team
Established in 1967, the Rockets are one of the more storied franchises in the entire NBA. They boast the league’s most decorated international player of…
View More All-Time Houston Rockets Team
All-Time Toronto Raptors Team
If you are at all familiar with my writing here or my podcast Hoops Temple on the HoopSocial Podcast feed you my dear reader are…
View More All-Time Toronto Raptors Team