Basketball: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
2008 Team USA
These are the 12 NBA players that will represent Team USA in the 2008 Olympics to be played in Beijing, China. USA Basketball looks to regain its Olympics dominance afer failing to get the gold medal in Athens, Greece for the 2004 Olympics.
These are the 12 NBA players that will represent Team USA in the 2008 Olympics to be played in Beijing, China. USA Basketball looks to regain its Olympics dominance afer failing to get the gold medal in Athens, Greece for the 2004 Olympics.
Olympics Basketball Rules
There are obviously many countries in the world, as well as those that take part in the Olympics, so the question is, how are the participating countries chosen for the Olympics Basketball tournament? Well, it's not so much that they are chosen, but rather they have to qualify. Find out more here!
There are obviously many countries in the world, as well as those that take part in the Olympics, so the question is, how are the participating countries chosen for the Olympics Basketball tournament? Well, it's not so much that they are chosen, but rather they have to qualify. Find out more here!
Road To The Olympic Team
Do you have a desire to take to the hardwood during the Summer Olympics? Want to know how to get there? For those of us in the United States, the answer is simple to make the Olympics Basketball team for both the men and women's teams - make it to the NBA and WNBA.
Do you have a desire to take to the hardwood during the Summer Olympics? Want to know how to get there? For those of us in the United States, the answer is simple to make the Olympics Basketball team for both the men and women's teams - make it to the NBA and WNBA.
Guide To Olympics Basketball
The 2008 Summer Olympics takes place in Beijing, China from August 9, 2008 to August 24, 2008. The Olympics Basketball competition will be held at the Wukesong Indoor Stadium. Learn about the history of Olympics Basketball, including past results, where players are now, the controversies, and so much more by clicking here.
The 2008 Summer Olympics takes place in Beijing, China from August 9, 2008 to August 24, 2008. The Olympics Basketball competition will be held at the Wukesong Indoor Stadium. Learn about the history of Olympics Basketball, including past results, where players are now, the controversies, and so much more by clicking here.
2008 NBA Offseason Movement
The NBA never sleeps and that is especially true during the offseason when NBA Draft signings, free agent signings, re-signings, contract extensions, and trades go down. We help the NBA fan by tracking all of the transactions.
The NBA never sleeps and that is especially true during the offseason when NBA Draft signings, free agent signings, re-signings, contract extensions, and trades go down. We help the NBA fan by tracking all of the transactions.
2008 NBA Free Agency List
Check this team-by-team list of the 2008 NBA free agents, which are divided up by division. Some on the list are unrestricted free agents, meaning they can sign with any team they want. While some are unrestricted, meaning that they can sign with another team, but their former/current team can match the respective salary offer.
Check this team-by-team list of the 2008 NBA free agents, which are divided up by division. Some on the list are unrestricted free agents, meaning they can sign with any team they want. While some are unrestricted, meaning that they can sign with another team, but their former/current team can match the respective salary offer.
NBA Referee Scandal
NBA referee Tim Donaghy allegedly bet on NBA games, including ones that he officiated in the past. Could NBA playoff games have been compromised? What does this betting scandal do to the credibility of NBA games?
NBA referee Tim Donaghy allegedly bet on NBA games, including ones that he officiated in the past. Could NBA playoff games have been compromised? What does this betting scandal do to the credibility of NBA games?
Kobe Bryant
Read all the basic information on the Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Past Medalists & Results - Men
Want to know which country's basketball team won which medal and in which year? This will have all the Olympics Basketball - Men results that you will need in order to help you. Find out who got the gold medal, silver medal, and bronze model, as well as the score for each of the final Olympics medal games.
Want to know which country's basketball team won which medal and in which year? This will have all the Olympics Basketball - Men results that you will need in order to help you. Find out who got the gold medal, silver medal, and bronze model, as well as the score for each of the final Olympics medal games.
Team NBA Playoffs History
Here's a quicklist of links that lead to one of the best historical basketball databases around, if not the best, Basketball-Reference.com. I'll list all the NBA teams broken down into their respective NBA divisions and include a link to the their complete NBA playoffs history. IF they have one that is. Enjoy the history lesson!
Here's a quicklist of links that lead to one of the best historical basketball databases around, if not the best, Basketball-Reference.com. I'll list all the NBA teams broken down into their respective NBA divisions and include a link to the their complete NBA playoffs history. IF they have one that is. Enjoy the history lesson!
Where Are They Now?
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now?
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now?
NBA Summer League Day Four
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Olympics Medals Breakdown
If you're wondering whose won the Olympics Basketball gold, silver, and bronze medals and in which year, look through here to get the totals for both the men and women events.
If you're wondering whose won the Olympics Basketball gold, silver, and bronze medals and in which year, look through here to get the totals for both the men and women events.
2008 NBA Draft Results
Get the results of the 2008 NBA Draft.
Get the results of the 2008 NBA Draft.
2008 NBA Mock Draft
About College Basketball Guide, Charlie Zegers and I teamed up to conduct a mock draft for 2008's NBA Draft coming up in June. The mock was conducted on April 9th using the standings at the time as our draft order. A lot of the picks were made on speculation in regards to which underclassmen are coming out and which are staying in school, so come back some time after April 27, the last day for underclassmen to declare and stay in the 2008 NBA draft.
About College Basketball Guide, Charlie Zegers and I teamed up to conduct a mock draft for 2008's NBA Draft coming up in June. The mock was conducted on April 9th using the standings at the time as our draft order. A lot of the picks were made on speculation in regards to which underclassmen are coming out and which are staying in school, so come back some time after April 27, the last day for underclassmen to declare and stay in the 2008 NBA draft.
Past Results - Men & Women
The Olympics Basketball event has been going on since 1936 with an absence in 1940 and 1944 due to World War II. For all of the Olympics Basketball - Men medalists and results since the beginning, as well as the Olympics Basketball - Women medalists and results since it became a recognized event in 1976, this is the place to be. Also see the total number of medals broken down by gold, silver, and bronze won by country.
The Olympics Basketball event has been going on since 1936 with an absence in 1940 and 1944 due to World War II. For all of the Olympics Basketball - Men medalists and results since the beginning, as well as the Olympics Basketball - Women medalists and results since it became a recognized event in 1976, this is the place to be. Also see the total number of medals broken down by gold, silver, and bronze won by country.
Olympics - Greatest Moments
Until recently, if someone mentioned Olympic basketball, it would be synonymous with gold medals and invincibility - for the United States. From 1936 to 2000, the USA men’s basketball team had amassed an incredible 109-2 record securing 12 gold medals, one controversial silver medal and one bronze medal in Olympic competition. The word, "dominant", is a resounding understatement when describing the 68-year run of Team USA, who has medaled in all fifteen Olympic competitions it's entered.
Until recently, if someone mentioned Olympic basketball, it would be synonymous with gold medals and invincibility - for the United States. From 1936 to 2000, the USA men’s basketball team had amassed an incredible 109-2 record securing 12 gold medals, one controversial silver medal and one bronze medal in Olympic competition. The word, "dominant", is a resounding understatement when describing the 68-year run of Team USA, who has medaled in all fifteen Olympic competitions it's entered.
Controversies in Olympic Hoops
What is a competition, especially the Olympics in which there is a lot of pride in country from a lot of competitors, without a little controversy? Considering that many basketball players and basketball coaches normally argue various calls for fouls or possession during a game, there's bound to be some differences of opinion. In relative degrees, here are three controversial situations in Olympics basketball history.
What is a competition, especially the Olympics in which there is a lot of pride in country from a lot of competitors, without a little controversy? Considering that many basketball players and basketball coaches normally argue various calls for fouls or possession during a game, there's bound to be some differences of opinion. In relative degrees, here are three controversial situations in Olympics basketball history.
History of the ABA
Read a brief history of the brief existence of the American Basketball Association (ABA) that was formed in 1967 and eventually merged with the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 1976.
Read a brief history of the brief existence of the American Basketball Association (ABA) that was formed in 1967 and eventually merged with the National Basketball Association (NBA) in 1976.
NBA All-Star Slam Dunk History
Check out the history of the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest through the years. It all started in 1984 when Larry Nance won the inaugural competition, beating the legendary Julius "Dr. J" Erving. And as the contest went on, we saw winners such as Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, Kobe Bryant, and Vince Carter. Always a crowd favorite during All-Star weekend, see who has won and where.
Check out the history of the NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest through the years. It all started in 1984 when Larry Nance won the inaugural competition, beating the legendary Julius "Dr. J" Erving. And as the contest went on, we saw winners such as Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, Kobe Bryant, and Vince Carter. Always a crowd favorite during All-Star weekend, see who has won and where.
Ray Allen
Read all the basic information on the Boston Celtics' Ray Allen, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Boston Celtics' Ray Allen, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Basketball - Articles
An index of Articles for the Basketball guide site.
An index of Articles for the Basketball guide site.
Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics are one of the best sports franchises, let alone in the NBA, of all-time. Their tradition and legend stand out, as well as their 16 NBA titles. Learn a little more about the team here.
The Boston Celtics are one of the best sports franchises, let alone in the NBA, of all-time. Their tradition and legend stand out, as well as their 16 NBA titles. Learn a little more about the team here.
NBA's Most Popular Merchandise
Thus far the 2007-08 NBA season is proving fruitful for the Boston Celtics, not only on the court, but off the court as well. Since the offseason acquisition of Kevin Garnett, the Celtics popularity in merchandising has skyrocketed for both the franchise and its new leader in Garnett. Want proof? Here is the NBA's Most Popular Jersey and Team Merchandise List for 2007.
Thus far the 2007-08 NBA season is proving fruitful for the Boston Celtics, not only on the court, but off the court as well. Since the offseason acquisition of Kevin Garnett, the Celtics popularity in merchandising has skyrocketed for both the franchise and its new leader in Garnett. Want proof? Here is the NBA's Most Popular Jersey and Team Merchandise List for 2007.
Golden State Warriors
The Golden State Warriors began as the Philadelphia Warriors of the Basketball Association of America. The team was relocated to San Francisco in 1962, but played home games in Oakland as well after the Oakland Coliseum Arena opened. The team name was changed to the Golden State Warriors for the 1971-72 season and that year they played almost all of their home games in Oakland.
The Golden State Warriors began as the Philadelphia Warriors of the Basketball Association of America. The team was relocated to San Francisco in 1962, but played home games in Oakland as well after the Oakland Coliseum Arena opened. The team name was changed to the Golden State Warriors for the 1971-72 season and that year they played almost all of their home games in Oakland.
07 NBA First Round Mock Draft
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
NBA All-Star Game - 1990s
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1990s.
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1990s.
NBA All-Star Game History
The NBA All-Star Game is when the best (and, let's be honest, most popular) NBA players from a particular (mid)season get together to see which Conference (East vs. West) is the best. However, as competitive as these games could be, the spectacle of dunks, no-look passes, and a lack of defense is just as prevalent. See the results of every NBA All-Star Game since its inception in 1951. Also, check the outcome of every NBA All-Star Weekend event, such as the slam dunk and three-point contests.
The NBA All-Star Game is when the best (and, let's be honest, most popular) NBA players from a particular (mid)season get together to see which Conference (East vs. West) is the best. However, as competitive as these games could be, the spectacle of dunks, no-look passes, and a lack of defense is just as prevalent. See the results of every NBA All-Star Game since its inception in 1951. Also, check the outcome of every NBA All-Star Weekend event, such as the slam dunk and three-point contests.
NBA Playoffs - Career Points
In the end, it's all about points in the NBA. The NBA team with the most points wins proves that - it's a rule, you know. However, just like fans of other sports like touchdowns, homeruns, and goals, us NBA fans are enamoured, for the most part, with points. So, which NBA players have scored the most during the NBA postseason? Well, the top player is arguably best ever. I wonder who that could be.
In the end, it's all about points in the NBA. The NBA team with the most points wins proves that - it's a rule, you know. However, just like fans of other sports like touchdowns, homeruns, and goals, us NBA fans are enamoured, for the most part, with points. So, which NBA players have scored the most during the NBA postseason? Well, the top player is arguably best ever. I wonder who that could be.
Tim Donaghy Profile
Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy is being investigated for suspicion of gambling and fixing NBA games that he refereed. Learn a little bit more about the man under the microscope and at the center of the NBA betting scandal.
Former NBA referee Tim Donaghy is being investigated for suspicion of gambling and fixing NBA games that he refereed. Learn a little bit more about the man under the microscope and at the center of the NBA betting scandal.
Jennifer Azzi
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Jennifer Azzi.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Jennifer Azzi.
The Top 100 Players Ranking
Just before the tip off of the 2007-08 NBA season comes another rankings list of the top 100 overall players in fantasy basketball. The criteria for the rankings were the following: talent, opportunity, years in the NBA, years excelling in the NBA, injury history, and overall production in the standard categories - points, assists, rebounds, 3PT made, FG%, FT%, steals, blocks, and turnovers.
Just before the tip off of the 2007-08 NBA season comes another rankings list of the top 100 overall players in fantasy basketball. The criteria for the rankings were the following: talent, opportunity, years in the NBA, years excelling in the NBA, injury history, and overall production in the standard categories - points, assists, rebounds, 3PT made, FG%, FT%, steals, blocks, and turnovers.
NBA Summer League Day Ten
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
NBA All-Star Game - 1980s
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1980s.
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1980s.
Dwyane Wade
Read all the basic information on the Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Dwight Howard
Read all the basic information on the Orlando Magic's Dwight Howard, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Orlando Magic's Dwight Howard, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
LeBron James
Read all the basic information on the Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA Free Agents
Find out who the NBA free agents are during this 2007 NBA offseason. There are a lot of interesting names out there that can fill several NBA teams' needs whether it be in a big way or as a role player. Stay tuned here to check the status of these free agents and which NBA team they sign with.
Find out who the NBA free agents are during this 2007 NBA offseason. There are a lot of interesting names out there that can fill several NBA teams' needs whether it be in a big way or as a role player. Stay tuned here to check the status of these free agents and which NBA team they sign with.
NBA Finals Results
Check out the past winners of the NBA Finals here! The history of the NBA championships starts during the 1946-47 NBA season and many teams have been crowned the victor and held the mantle of champion since. See them broken down by decade.
Check out the past winners of the NBA Finals here! The history of the NBA championships starts during the 1946-47 NBA season and many teams have been crowned the victor and held the mantle of champion since. See them broken down by decade.
Chicago Bulls
Founded in 1966, the Chicago Bulls were actually the third NBA team to play in Chicago. Their first season saw the Bulls post the best record by an expansion team in NBA history, which was only a sign of things to come for the franchise.
Founded in 1966, the Chicago Bulls were actually the third NBA team to play in Chicago. Their first season saw the Bulls post the best record by an expansion team in NBA history, which was only a sign of things to come for the franchise.
NBA Summer League Day Seven
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
NBA All-Star Game - 2000s
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 2000s.
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 2000s.
Past Results - Women
Want to know which country's basketball team won which medal and in which year? This will have all the Olympics Basketball - Women results that you will need in order to help you. Find out who got the gold medal, silver medal, and bronze model, as well as the score for each of the final Olympics medal games.
Want to know which country's basketball team won which medal and in which year? This will have all the Olympics Basketball - Women results that you will need in order to help you. Find out who got the gold medal, silver medal, and bronze model, as well as the score for each of the final Olympics medal games.
Michael Jordan
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Michael Jordan.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Michael Jordan.
Los Angeles Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers can arguably be considered the greatest NBA franchise in the history of the league as they boast having (at the end of the 2006-07 season) the most wins with 2,848, the highest winning percentage (61.3%), and the second most NBA titles with 14.
The Los Angeles Lakers can arguably be considered the greatest NBA franchise in the history of the league as they boast having (at the end of the 2006-07 season) the most wins with 2,848, the highest winning percentage (61.3%), and the second most NBA titles with 14.
Allen Iverson
Read all the basic information on the Philadelphia 76ers' Allen Iverson, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Philadelphia 76ers' Allen Iverson, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Reminiscing On Celtics
About Basketball contributor and resident Boston Celtics diehard, Brendan Sullivan, looks back at the Celtics' NBA championship run. Brendan promises this was an easy article to write.
About Basketball contributor and resident Boston Celtics diehard, Brendan Sullivan, looks back at the Celtics' NBA championship run. Brendan promises this was an easy article to write.
Kevin Garnett
Read all the basic information on the Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Jason Kidd
Read all the basic information on the New Jersey Nets' Jason Kidd, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the New Jersey Nets' Jason Kidd, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
07 NBA Mock Draft - Picks 7-12
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
NBA Summer League Day One
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Rising and Falling Stars
NBA Summer League Correspondent Dave Deckard reviews how players did during the summer event and previews who should do well during the NBA regular season when it starts in the fall.
NBA Summer League Correspondent Dave Deckard reviews how players did during the summer event and previews who should do well during the NBA regular season when it starts in the fall.
2008 SNY Invitational
The inaugural SNY Invitational featured four of New York City's top high school basketball programs, including national powerhouse, Lincoln High School and star Lance Stephenson. Here is how the first SNY Invitational went down.
The inaugural SNY Invitational featured four of New York City's top high school basketball programs, including national powerhouse, Lincoln High School and star Lance Stephenson. Here is how the first SNY Invitational went down.
NBA Playoffs - Career 3PTM
There's nothing like a three-pointer to take the breath out of an opposing defense's lungs and some of the NBA players on this most NBA playoff three-pointers list are especially good at giving that knockout punch. In fact, the top two are known for their NBA postseaon flair for the dramatic.
There's nothing like a three-pointer to take the breath out of an opposing defense's lungs and some of the NBA players on this most NBA playoff three-pointers list are especially good at giving that knockout punch. In fact, the top two are known for their NBA postseaon flair for the dramatic.
Three-Point Shootout History
Sure, dunks are exciting things to see and at times they can even get you up out of your seat, but nothing beats the grace of jumpshot. Especially from long-range. Check out who did it best during the NBA's All-Star weekend and look at the past winners of the Three-Point Shootout Contest that has seen some of the greatest offensive perimeter players of all-time, such as the past's Larry Bird and today's Dirk Nowitzki. See which other shooters have won the hardware for best long-range bomber.
Sure, dunks are exciting things to see and at times they can even get you up out of your seat, but nothing beats the grace of jumpshot. Especially from long-range. Check out who did it best during the NBA's All-Star weekend and look at the past winners of the Three-Point Shootout Contest that has seen some of the greatest offensive perimeter players of all-time, such as the past's Larry Bird and today's Dirk Nowitzki. See which other shooters have won the hardware for best long-range bomber.
Best NBA Player of 2007
The year 2007 is about to end, so it's time to look back at the NBA's best of the year. Sure there are parts of two NBA seasons in the calander year, but that shouldn't stop us from doing up a Best of 2007, NBA style! So, a debate can go on forever, but who is the Best Player of 2007 according to About.com's very own Basketball Guide? It's a tough choice between Kobe Bryant, Dirk Nowitzki, Steve Nash, and LeBron James.
The year 2007 is about to end, so it's time to look back at the NBA's best of the year. Sure there are parts of two NBA seasons in the calander year, but that shouldn't stop us from doing up a Best of 2007, NBA style! So, a debate can go on forever, but who is the Best Player of 2007 according to About.com's very own Basketball Guide? It's a tough choice between Kobe Bryant, Dirk Nowitzki, Steve Nash, and LeBron James.
Minnesota Timberwolves
The Minnesota Timberwolves play in the Northwest Division of the Western Conference in the NBA. After eight straight playoff appearances that began in the mid-1990s, the team has not made the playoffs since the 2003-04 season.
The Minnesota Timberwolves play in the Northwest Division of the Western Conference in the NBA. After eight straight playoff appearances that began in the mid-1990s, the team has not made the playoffs since the 2003-04 season.
2007 Celebrity Game Rosters
See which actors from stage and screen will flaunt their basketball skills in the NBA's All-Star Celebrity Game of 2007.
See which actors from stage and screen will flaunt their basketball skills in the NBA's All-Star Celebrity Game of 2007.
NBA All-Star Game - 1970s
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1970s.
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1970s.
NCAA Tournament History
Find out the past winners of the NCAA Tournament, as well as some March Madness team facts and player performances during the Big Dance.
Find out the past winners of the NCAA Tournament, as well as some March Madness team facts and player performances during the Big Dance.
07 NBA Mock Draft- Picks 19-24
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
Dirk Nowitzki
Read all the basic information on the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Dallas Mavericks' Dirk Nowitzki, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Gilbert Arenas
Read all the basic information on the Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Washington Wizards' Gilbert Arenas, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Miami Heat
The Miami Heat made their NBA debut during the 1988-89 season, entering the league with the then Charlotte Hornets. The team won their first NBA Championship behind the play of Dwyane Wade and Shaquille O'Neal during the 2005-06 season.
The Miami Heat made their NBA debut during the 1988-89 season, entering the league with the then Charlotte Hornets. The team won their first NBA Championship behind the play of Dwyane Wade and Shaquille O'Neal during the 2005-06 season.
Analyzing The NBA Trades
There was a flurry of movement at the end of the 2008 NBA Trade Deadline on Thursday, February 21st. What the last day missed in terms of quality considering the previous big-time trades of All-Stars, such as Shaquille O'Neal, Jason Kidd, and Pau Gasol, it more than made up for it in quantity.
There was a flurry of movement at the end of the 2008 NBA Trade Deadline on Thursday, February 21st. What the last day missed in terms of quality considering the previous big-time trades of All-Stars, such as Shaquille O'Neal, Jason Kidd, and Pau Gasol, it more than made up for it in quantity.
Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets were a charter team in the American Basketball Association, starting with the name the Denver Rockets. From its inception, the Nuggets were a high-powered offensive team, which continued into their existence in the National Basketball Association after the ABA/NBA merger. Find out a little more about the team from high altitude of Colorado.
The Denver Nuggets were a charter team in the American Basketball Association, starting with the name the Denver Rockets. From its inception, the Nuggets were a high-powered offensive team, which continued into their existence in the National Basketball Association after the ABA/NBA merger. Find out a little more about the team from high altitude of Colorado.
New York Knicks
The New York Knicks are one of the most storied NBA franchises. Get some basic information about the New York Knicks such as when the franchise started and how many NBA championships the New York Knicks have won during their history.
The New York Knicks are one of the most storied NBA franchises. Get some basic information about the New York Knicks such as when the franchise started and how many NBA championships the New York Knicks have won during their history.
Philadelphia 76ers
The oldest franchise in the league, the Philadelphia 76ers started off as the Syracuse Nationals in 1939. They joined the NBA in 1946.
The oldest franchise in the league, the Philadelphia 76ers started off as the Syracuse Nationals in 1939. They joined the NBA in 1946.
Los Angeles Clippers
The Los Angeles Clippers started as the Buffalo Braves, joining the league 1970 along with the Portland Trail Blazers and Cleveland Cavaliers. They moved to San Diego in 1978 before settling into their current home of Los Angeles in 1984.
The Los Angeles Clippers started as the Buffalo Braves, joining the league 1970 along with the Portland Trail Blazers and Cleveland Cavaliers. They moved to San Diego in 1978 before settling into their current home of Los Angeles in 1984.
Cleveland Cavaliers
Starting out as an expansion team in 1970, the Cleveland Cavaliers are most notable for being a team of "almosts" and "what ifs." From Michael Jordan's shot over Craig Ehlo to the trade that sent Ron Harper for the rights to Danny Ferry, the Cavs have been a team of eras that have yet to find a championship banner to hang from their rafters. The future success of the team, along with the hearts of fans, is now in the hands of phenom forward, LeBron James.
Starting out as an expansion team in 1970, the Cleveland Cavaliers are most notable for being a team of "almosts" and "what ifs." From Michael Jordan's shot over Craig Ehlo to the trade that sent Ron Harper for the rights to Danny Ferry, the Cavs have been a team of eras that have yet to find a championship banner to hang from their rafters. The future success of the team, along with the hearts of fans, is now in the hands of phenom forward, LeBron James.
2007 NBA All-Star Weekend
NBA history will be made from February 16 to February 18, 2007 as the NBA will have its All-Star Game and the various events in Las Vegas, Nevada, a city that does not own an NBA franchise. This is the first time an NBA All-Star game is being held in a non-NBA city. But, Sin City will have the benefit of witnessing the Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Shootout, Skills Challenge, All-Star Celebrity Game, and of course, the NBA All-Star Game.
NBA history will be made from February 16 to February 18, 2007 as the NBA will have its All-Star Game and the various events in Las Vegas, Nevada, a city that does not own an NBA franchise. This is the first time an NBA All-Star game is being held in a non-NBA city. But, Sin City will have the benefit of witnessing the Slam Dunk Contest, 3-Point Shootout, Skills Challenge, All-Star Celebrity Game, and of course, the NBA All-Star Game.
Vince Carter
Read all the basic information on the New Jersey Nets' Vince Carter, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the New Jersey Nets' Vince Carter, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Chris Paul
Read all the basic information on the New Orleans Hornets' Chris Paul, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the New Orleans Hornets' Chris Paul, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA Playoffs - Career Assists
It's a team game and someone needs to pass the ball! Check out which NBA players are the top dime droppers in the history of the NBA postseason. You'll probably be surprised to see some of the top NBA scorers on this list as well... or maybe you won't since it is a team game!
It's a team game and someone needs to pass the ball! Check out which NBA players are the top dime droppers in the history of the NBA postseason. You'll probably be surprised to see some of the top NBA scorers on this list as well... or maybe you won't since it is a team game!
Carmelo Anthony
Read all the basic information on the Denver Nuggets' Carmelo Anthony, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Denver Nuggets' Carmelo Anthony, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Tracy McGrady
Read all the basic information on the Houston Rockets' Tracy McGrady, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Houston Rockets' Tracy McGrady, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Michael Redd
Read all the basic information on the Milwaukee Bucks' Michael Redd, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Milwaukee Bucks' Michael Redd, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Magic Johnson
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Magic Johnson.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Magic Johnson.
Derrick Rose
Need to know what makes University of Memphis point guard Derrick Rose draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Rose will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Rose is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Need to know what makes University of Memphis point guard Derrick Rose draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Rose will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Rose is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Tyler Hansbrough
Need to know what makes University of North Carolina power forward Tyler Hansbrough draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Hansbrough will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Hansbrough is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Need to know what makes University of North Carolina power forward Tyler Hansbrough draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Hansbrough will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Hansbrough is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Paul Pierce
Read all the basic information on the Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Boston Celtics' Paul Pierce, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA Playoffs - Career FT%
Which players have been the most accurate from the free-throw line, fully taking advantage of their opportunities at the charity stripe. It's one thing to convert from the line during the NBA regular season, but getting it done in the NBA postseason deserves special kudos because every single point counts. NOTE: Minimum 125 free-throw attempts to qualify.
Which players have been the most accurate from the free-throw line, fully taking advantage of their opportunities at the charity stripe. It's one thing to convert from the line during the NBA regular season, but getting it done in the NBA postseason deserves special kudos because every single point counts. NOTE: Minimum 125 free-throw attempts to qualify.
New Jersey Nets
The New Jersey Nets franchise has its roots traced back to the American Basketball Association in 1967 and was originally known as the New Jersey Americans. They eventually changed their name to the Nets to rhyme with the baseball Mets and the football Jets, teams that also played in the Long Island area at the time. They joined the NBA in 1976 as part of the ABA/NBA merger.
The New Jersey Nets franchise has its roots traced back to the American Basketball Association in 1967 and was originally known as the New Jersey Americans. They eventually changed their name to the Nets to rhyme with the baseball Mets and the football Jets, teams that also played in the Long Island area at the time. They joined the NBA in 1976 as part of the ABA/NBA merger.
NBA Summer League
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
07 NBA Mock Draft- Picks 13-18
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
A mock draft of the first round for the 2007 NBA Draft. See which college basketball players could be selected in the first round on June 28, 2007 at Madison Square Garden.
NBA Playoffs Career Records
There have been many NBA players that have graced the NBA playoffs stage. Which players have risen above the others, helping their respective NBA team(s) and at the same time setting new standards and NBA records for NBA playoffs performance.
There have been many NBA players that have graced the NBA playoffs stage. Which players have risen above the others, helping their respective NBA team(s) and at the same time setting new standards and NBA records for NBA playoffs performance.
Position Rankings
See which NCAA and international basketball players are tops at their positions for the upcoming NBA Draft. We break it down into a Top 15 list for every position with information about their college or international team, as well as height and weight of the player.
See which NCAA and international basketball players are tops at their positions for the upcoming NBA Draft. We break it down into a Top 15 list for every position with information about their college or international team, as well as height and weight of the player.
Draft Ranks - Point Guards
Who are the top NBA Draft point guard prospects headed into the 2007 NBA Draft? Find out here who the top 15 point guards are and their particulars, such as height, weight, and NCAA school or international team.
Who are the top NBA Draft point guard prospects headed into the 2007 NBA Draft? Find out here who the top 15 point guards are and their particulars, such as height, weight, and NCAA school or international team.
Team Preview - Warriors
Welcome to About.com's 2007-08 NBA Season Team Preview for the Golden State Warriors. Need a primer about what the Warriors did during the NBA offseason to improve the team? Who their most important player is and what needs to go right for the Warriors to succeed this season? Also get an opinion on who the NBA title contenders are to reach the NBA Finals? Check it all out here on About.com's team preview of the Warriors!
Welcome to About.com's 2007-08 NBA Season Team Preview for the Golden State Warriors. Need a primer about what the Warriors did during the NBA offseason to improve the team? Who their most important player is and what needs to go right for the Warriors to succeed this season? Also get an opinion on who the NBA title contenders are to reach the NBA Finals? Check it all out here on About.com's team preview of the Warriors!
Tips on Talking to Referees
Find out on how to communicate with referees and get them on your side thanks to Melissa Barlow, WNBA and Naismith Award winning referee. Get the into the mind of a referee and benefit from the things you learn.
Find out on how to communicate with referees and get them on your side thanks to Melissa Barlow, WNBA and Naismith Award winning referee. Get the into the mind of a referee and benefit from the things you learn.
Scottie Pippen
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Scottie Pippen.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Scottie Pippen.
Duncan and Celtics
Brendan Sullivan looks back at what could have been for the Boston Celtics if they had won the rights to draft Tim Duncan in the 1997 NBA Draft. And it's not so much what would have happened to the franchise, but to the fans themselves.
Brendan Sullivan looks back at what could have been for the Boston Celtics if they had won the rights to draft Tim Duncan in the 1997 NBA Draft. And it's not so much what would have happened to the franchise, but to the fans themselves.
NBA Summer League Day Two
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Rookie Challenge Game History
What better way to highlight the young talent of the NBA than to have a game between rookies and players in their second season in the League? And to have it part of NBA All-Star weekend is only appropriate since many players who have played in the Rookie Challenge game went on to become All-Stars themselves. Players such as Gilbert Arenas, Dwyane Wade, and Dwight Howard amongst others have shown their skills in this game before heading to the main stage of the All-Star game.
What better way to highlight the young talent of the NBA than to have a game between rookies and players in their second season in the League? And to have it part of NBA All-Star weekend is only appropriate since many players who have played in the Rookie Challenge game went on to become All-Stars themselves. Players such as Gilbert Arenas, Dwyane Wade, and Dwight Howard amongst others have shown their skills in this game before heading to the main stage of the All-Star game.
Ricky Davis
Read all the basic information on the Minnesota Timberwolves' Ricky Davis, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Minnesota Timberwolves' Ricky Davis, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA Pronunciation List
Wonder how to pronounce certain NBA players names? Here's an NBA team-by-team list of how to pronounce players' names broken down by syllable.
Wonder how to pronounce certain NBA players names? Here's an NBA team-by-team list of how to pronounce players' names broken down by syllable.
New Orleans Hornets
The New Orleans Hornets play in the Southwest Division of the Western Conference in the NBA. They temporarily relocated to Oklahoma City for the 2005-06 and 2006-07 seasons due to Hurricane Katrina. The team moved from Charlotte to New Orleans in 2002.
The New Orleans Hornets play in the Southwest Division of the Western Conference in the NBA. They temporarily relocated to Oklahoma City for the 2005-06 and 2006-07 seasons due to Hurricane Katrina. The team moved from Charlotte to New Orleans in 2002.
Toni Kukoc
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Tony Kukoc.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Tony Kukoc.
Houston Rockets
The Houston Rockets began as an expansion team during the 1967-68 season based in San Diego. They relocated to Houston in 1971 where they have gone on to win NBA titles.
The Houston Rockets began as an expansion team during the 1967-68 season based in San Diego. They relocated to Houston in 1971 where they have gone on to win NBA titles.
Preseason Position Rankings
So, you want to get a leg up on the competition and you're doing your fantasy basketball cheat sheets a whole two months before the NBA season starts. Some might call you crazy, I'll call you my friend. Yes, folks, I've gone and did it, I've ranked every position - point guards, shooting guards, small forwards, power forwards, and canters. Naturally, as training camps get into full swing or if some sort of news happens, I'll be updating the list.
So, you want to get a leg up on the competition and you're doing your fantasy basketball cheat sheets a whole two months before the NBA season starts. Some might call you crazy, I'll call you my friend. Yes, folks, I've gone and did it, I've ranked every position - point guards, shooting guards, small forwards, power forwards, and canters. Naturally, as training camps get into full swing or if some sort of news happens, I'll be updating the list.
Blue Devils 2006-07 Profile
Check the record and roster of the Duke University Blue Devils of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
Check the record and roster of the Duke University Blue Devils of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC).
San Antonio Spurs
The San Antonio Spurs started as the Dallas Chapparals in the American Basketball Association in 1967. Their recent NBA Championship win, their fourth in eight years solidified this current team led by Tim Duncan as a dynasty.
The San Antonio Spurs started as the Dallas Chapparals in the American Basketball Association in 1967. Their recent NBA Championship win, their fourth in eight years solidified this current team led by Tim Duncan as a dynasty.
Lakers In The 2008 NBA Finals
So, are you wondering how the Los Angeles Lakers made it into the 2008 NBA Finals? Well, here's the postseason path taken by the lads from L.A. and the teams left in the Lakers' dust.
So, are you wondering how the Los Angeles Lakers made it into the 2008 NBA Finals? Well, here's the postseason path taken by the lads from L.A. and the teams left in the Lakers' dust.
NBA Finals Results - 2000s
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 2000s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 2000s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.
NBA Finals Results - 1970s
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1970s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1970s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.
Indiana Pacers
The Pacers began play in 1967-68, the inaugural season of the American Basketball Association (ABA). Upon the folding of the ABA, the Pacers were one of four teams to be invited into the National Basketball Association (NBA), beginning in 1976. The Pacers have definitely been a team of eras, with the latest seeing the departure of star guard Reggie Miller.
The Pacers began play in 1967-68, the inaugural season of the American Basketball Association (ABA). Upon the folding of the ABA, the Pacers were one of four teams to be invited into the National Basketball Association (NBA), beginning in 1976. The Pacers have definitely been a team of eras, with the latest seeing the departure of star guard Reggie Miller.
Arvydas Sabonis
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Arvydas Sabonis.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Arvydas Sabonis.
Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers entered the NBA in 1970 as an expansion team. Up until the last few years, they were a perennial playoff team, but in rebuilding mode as of now.
The Portland Trail Blazers entered the NBA in 1970 as an expansion team. Up until the last few years, they were a perennial playoff team, but in rebuilding mode as of now.
2008 NBA Slam Dunk Contest
Learn all you need to know about the 2008 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest due to take place on Saturday, February 16th at New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, LA. The Minnesota Timberwolves' Gerald Green defends his title against the Orlando Magic's Dwight Howard, Memphis Grizzlies' Rudy Gay, and Toronto Raptors' rookie Jamario Moon.
Learn all you need to know about the 2008 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk Contest due to take place on Saturday, February 16th at New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, LA. The Minnesota Timberwolves' Gerald Green defends his title against the Orlando Magic's Dwight Howard, Memphis Grizzlies' Rudy Gay, and Toronto Raptors' rookie Jamario Moon.
Chauncey Billups
Read all the basic information on the Detroit Pistons' Chauncey Billups, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Detroit Pistons' Chauncey Billups, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Andre Iguodala
Read all the basic information on the Philadelphia 76ers' Andre Iguodala, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Philadelphia 76ers' Andre Iguodala, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Detroit Pistons
Founded as the Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons, playing in the National Basketball League (NBL). They got their name from Fred Zollner who manufactured car, truck, and locomotive pistons. In 1948, they joined the Basketball Association of America and into the NBA the following season. In 1957, Zollner moved the Pistons to Detroit to become more of a profitable franchise.
Founded as the Fort Wayne Zollner Pistons, playing in the National Basketball League (NBL). They got their name from Fred Zollner who manufactured car, truck, and locomotive pistons. In 1948, they joined the Basketball Association of America and into the NBA the following season. In 1957, Zollner moved the Pistons to Detroit to become more of a profitable franchise.
Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks' name comes from the TV show "Maverick", the character played by actor James Garner, who was an original team owner. The team had success relatively early in its history, but then fell into futility during the late 1980s through the 90s. However, they have turned it around recently even making their first NBA Finals in 2006.
The Dallas Mavericks' name comes from the TV show "Maverick", the character played by actor James Garner, who was an original team owner. The team had success relatively early in its history, but then fell into futility during the late 1980s through the 90s. However, they have turned it around recently even making their first NBA Finals in 2006.
Team Preview - Celtics
Welcome to About.com's 2007-08 NBA Season Team Preview for the Boston Celtics. Need a primer about what the Celtics did during the NBA offseason to improve the team? Who their most important player is and what needs to go right for the Celtics to succeed this season? Also get an opinion on who the NBA title contenders are to reach the NBA Finals? Check it all out here on About.com's team preview of the Celtics!
Welcome to About.com's 2007-08 NBA Season Team Preview for the Boston Celtics. Need a primer about what the Celtics did during the NBA offseason to improve the team? Who their most important player is and what needs to go right for the Celtics to succeed this season? Also get an opinion on who the NBA title contenders are to reach the NBA Finals? Check it all out here on About.com's team preview of the Celtics!
Seattle SuperSonics
The Seattle SuperSonics play in the Northwest Division in the NBA's Western Conference. They are the only major pro sports franchise to bring a championship title to the city of Seattle.
The Seattle SuperSonics play in the Northwest Division in the NBA's Western Conference. They are the only major pro sports franchise to bring a championship title to the city of Seattle.
NBA Playoffs - Career Steals
Usually, being a thief is a very bad thing. In fact, you can end up in jail for doing it. However, pilfering the pill in the NBA is a good thing. Especially during the NBA postseason where each possession is critical to winning not only a game, but a series, and maybe even an NBA championship. Here is a list of the top ball thieves during the NBA playoffs.
Usually, being a thief is a very bad thing. In fact, you can end up in jail for doing it. However, pilfering the pill in the NBA is a good thing. Especially during the NBA postseason where each possession is critical to winning not only a game, but a series, and maybe even an NBA championship. Here is a list of the top ball thieves during the NBA playoffs.
Yao Ming
Read all the basic information on the Houston Rockets' Yao Ming, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Houston Rockets' Yao Ming, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA All-Star Game - 1950s
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1950s.
Check the outcome of the NBA All-Star game and who was the most valuable player during the 1950s.
Memphis Grizzlies
Originally located in Vancouver, the Grizzlies joined the NBA along with the Toronto Raptors for the 1995-96 season. The team moved to Memphis in 2001.
Originally located in Vancouver, the Grizzlies joined the NBA along with the Toronto Raptors for the 1995-96 season. The team moved to Memphis in 2001.
Washington Wizards
The Wizards started as the Chicago Packers in 1961, but changed their team name to the Zephyrs in 1962. At the end of the season, they moved to Baltimore, Maryland and became the Baltimore Bullets. In 1973, the team moved to Landover and became the Capital Bullets, then the Washington Bullets the next season. Due to the violent association, the mascot name was changed to the Wizards in 1995.
The Wizards started as the Chicago Packers in 1961, but changed their team name to the Zephyrs in 1962. At the end of the season, they moved to Baltimore, Maryland and became the Baltimore Bullets. In 1973, the team moved to Landover and became the Capital Bullets, then the Washington Bullets the next season. Due to the violent association, the mascot name was changed to the Wizards in 1995.
Charlotte Bobcats
The Charlotte Bobcats joined the league for the 2004-05 season, two years after the Hornets left Charlotte and relocated to New Orleans. In their first three seasons, they have improved from year-to-year, but also have placed fourth in the Southeast Division those same three years.
The Charlotte Bobcats joined the league for the 2004-05 season, two years after the Hornets left Charlotte and relocated to New Orleans. In their first three seasons, they have improved from year-to-year, but also have placed fourth in the Southeast Division those same three years.
Orlando Magic
The Orlando Magic entered the league as an expansion team debuting in the 1989-90 season, joining along with the Minnesota Timberwolves. In only their sixth season, the Magic made it to the NBA Finals, led by a much younger Shaquille O'Neal and Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway. Since then, it's been as up and down as any Disney World ride.
The Orlando Magic entered the league as an expansion team debuting in the 1989-90 season, joining along with the Minnesota Timberwolves. In only their sixth season, the Magic made it to the NBA Finals, led by a much younger Shaquille O'Neal and Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway. Since then, it's been as up and down as any Disney World ride.
Ron Artest
Read all the basic information on the Sacramento Kings' Ron Artest, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Sacramento Kings' Ron Artest, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Steve Nash
Read all the basic information on the Phoenix Suns' Steve Nash, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Phoenix Suns' Steve Nash, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Chris Bosh
Read all the basic information on the Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Toronto Raptors' Chris Bosh, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA Summer League Day Three
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
Dave Deckard, NBA Summer League Correspondent takes a look at the goings-on of the summer league in Las Vegas, NV. He'll cover not only the games, but the players and fans themselves!
NBA Draft - Mike Conley, Jr.
Read all the basic information on Ohio State University Buckeyes guard and NBA Draft prospect Mike Conley, Jr. Find out his strength and weaknesses and his potential impact in the NBA during his rookie season.
Read all the basic information on Ohio State University Buckeyes guard and NBA Draft prospect Mike Conley, Jr. Find out his strength and weaknesses and his potential impact in the NBA during his rookie season.
How to Win a Fantasy League
Dennis Velasco gives several tips on how to win a fantasy basketball league. The draft is the most important place to lay the seed to a championship as everything else - such as trades and waiver wire pickups - will grow from there.
Dennis Velasco gives several tips on how to win a fantasy basketball league. The draft is the most important place to lay the seed to a championship as everything else - such as trades and waiver wire pickups - will grow from there.
Cynthia Cooper
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Cynthia Cooper.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Cynthia Cooper.
Tim Duncan
Read all the basic information on the San Antonio Spurs' Tim Duncan, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the San Antonio Spurs' Tim Duncan, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Baron Davis
Read all the basic information on the Los Angeles Clippers' Baron Davis, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Los Angeles Clippers' Baron Davis, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA Draft - Yi Jianlian
Read all the basic information on Guandong Southern Tigers (China) center and NBA Draft prospect Yi Jianlin. Find out his strength and weaknesses and his potential impact in the NBA during his rookie season.
Read all the basic information on Guandong Southern Tigers (China) center and NBA Draft prospect Yi Jianlin. Find out his strength and weaknesses and his potential impact in the NBA during his rookie season.
NBA Finals Results - 40s & 50s
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1940s and 1950s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it. Note that the first NBA Final took place during the 1946-47 season.
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1940s and 1950s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it. Note that the first NBA Final took place during the 1946-47 season.
Jerryd Bayless
Need to know what makes Arizona Guard Jerryd Bayless draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Bayless will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Bayless is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Need to know what makes Arizona Guard Jerryd Bayless draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Bayless will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Bayless is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Josh Smith
Read all the basic information on the Atlanta Hawks' Josh Smith, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Atlanta Hawks' Josh Smith, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
O.J. Mayo
Need to know what makes University of Southern California guard O.J. Mayo draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Mayo will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Mayo is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Need to know what makes University of Southern California guard O.J. Mayo draftable? The About.com 2008 NBA Draft profile of Mayo will give you his statistics, strengths, and weaknesses to help you get an idea of how NBA-ready Mayo is and what he brings to the table. Actually, what he'll potentially bring to the NBA court.
Atlantic Div Season Review
The About Basketball staff takes a weekly look at the NBA teams in the Atlantic Division - Boston Celtics, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors - and breaks down what happened the week before and what to expect in the week ahead, as well as injuries and trades.
The About Basketball staff takes a weekly look at the NBA teams in the Atlantic Division - Boston Celtics, New Jersey Nets, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Toronto Raptors - and breaks down what happened the week before and what to expect in the week ahead, as well as injuries and trades.
NBA Finals Results - 1990s
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1990s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1990s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.
Carlos Boozer
Read all the basic information on the Utah Jazz's Carlos Boozer, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Utah Jazz's Carlos Boozer, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Shaquille O'Neal
Read all the basic information on the Phoenix Suns' Shaquille O'Neal, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Phoenix Suns' Shaquille O'Neal, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Contributors NBA Mock Draft
Charlie Zegers and myself are doing our own NBA mock draft, but some of the writers that contribute to About.com wanted to do one too. Who am I to deny them? Check out the About.com Contributors NBA Mock Draft.
Charlie Zegers and myself are doing our own NBA mock draft, but some of the writers that contribute to About.com wanted to do one too. Who am I to deny them? Check out the About.com Contributors NBA Mock Draft.
NBA Draft - Greg Oden
Read all the basic information on Ohio State University Buckeyes center and NBA Draft prospect Greg Oden. Find out his strength and weaknesses and his potential impact in the NBA during his rookie season.
Read all the basic information on Ohio State University Buckeyes center and NBA Draft prospect Greg Oden. Find out his strength and weaknesses and his potential impact in the NBA during his rookie season.
2008 NBA Playoffs Primer
The 2008 NBA regular season is in the books and it's time for 2008 NBA Playoffs to begin! Yes, folks, it's time for the show where NBA players step up their games to shine. It doesn't always work out that way for some because a team has to win and team has to lose. Check out this 2008 NBA Playoffs Primer to see which NBA teams are playing whom, as well as getting a little bit of NBA playoffs history knowledge.
The 2008 NBA regular season is in the books and it's time for 2008 NBA Playoffs to begin! Yes, folks, it's time for the show where NBA players step up their games to shine. It doesn't always work out that way for some because a team has to win and team has to lose. Check out this 2008 NBA Playoffs Primer to see which NBA teams are playing whom, as well as getting a little bit of NBA playoffs history knowledge.
Milwaukee Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks are owned by U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and play in the Central Division of the NBA's Eastern Conference. Playing in a primarily football town thanks to the consistent and storied success of the Green Bay Packers, the Bucks have held their own, especially when players such as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Oscar Robertson, Sidney Moncrief, Terry Cummings, Ray Allen, and Michael Redd amongst others took the court.
The Milwaukee Bucks are owned by U.S. Senator Herb Kohl and play in the Central Division of the NBA's Eastern Conference. Playing in a primarily football town thanks to the consistent and storied success of the Green Bay Packers, the Bucks have held their own, especially when players such as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Oscar Robertson, Sidney Moncrief, Terry Cummings, Ray Allen, and Michael Redd amongst others took the court.
Larry Bird
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Larry Bird.
There have been many basketball players that stand out in Olympics basketball history. Some were already international stars in Europe, others were basketball players on the verge of stardom in the NBA. They were women that showed gender was just a word as there were performances was just as good as any man. And, of course, there was the highly regarded Dream Team of 1992. But, what happened after they left the Olympics court? Where are they now? Let's catch up with Larry Bird.
Who To See At Summer League
About.com NBA Summer League guru Dave Deckard takes a look around him as he finds himself immersed in the summer league culture. These are his findings about the people - the rookies, the veterans, et al.
About.com NBA Summer League guru Dave Deckard takes a look around him as he finds himself immersed in the summer league culture. These are his findings about the people - the rookies, the veterans, et al.
Deron Williams
Read all the basic information on the Utah Jazz's Deron Williams, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Utah Jazz's Deron Williams, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Tyson Chandler
Read all the basic information on the New Orleans Hornets' Tyson Chandler, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the New Orleans Hornets' Tyson Chandler, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Jermaine O'Neal
Read all the basic information on the Indiana Pacers' Jermaine O'Neal, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
Read all the basic information on the Indiana Pacers' Jermaine O'Neal, including any NBA awards and championships he may have won. Also get some background and miscellaneous information on what he was doing basketball-wise before making the pros and notes about his skill set.
NBA Finals Results - 1980s
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1980s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.
Find out which NBA teams won the NBA Finals during the 1980s and the title of "champion" that goes along with it.