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NBA History
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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NBA 75 at 75: the Greatest Players in League History
The NBA released its 75 at 75 list this season and it was trash, the roll out was bad, the decision to confuse voters on…
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All-Time Miami Heat Team
The Heat are a young team, having been around since just 1988-1989, but they’ve had a host of incredible players wear their jerseys. From Rony…
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All-Time Dallas Mavericks Roster
If anyone has ever been a fan you probably have thought about the best possible team you could make out of everyone to ever play…
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An All-Time Lakers Team for The Modern Era
Who does not love a great all-time team with a little twist? Truly the only classic with a twist better might be a peanut butter…
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Larry Bird’s Left-Handed Game: NBA History
The Left-handed Game is probably my favorite of Larry’s legends, as it took place at the inarguable peak of his greatness, and it represents to me a perfect balance of nonfiction and myth.
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#JustinsStairway2021: The 20 Greatest NBA Players of All Time
Who are the 20 greatest basketball players of all time? Justin Purakal has some thoughts: it’s time for #JustinsLadder2021
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Beyond the Triple-double: How Oscar Robertson Changed the Course of Professional Basketball
Oscar Robertson changed basketball. He was an innovator, a savant, and a pioneer. He’s an NBA champion, an eleven-time all-star, and one of only two…
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Don’t Question the Answer: Iverson Changed the Game
There’s no doubt about it: Allen Iverson changed the game of basketball.
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Revisiting The Malice at the Palace
17 years ago the sports world was lit on fire after an altercation broke out between the Pistons, Pacers, and fans. What have we learned about this night since then?
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