“The Last Dance” docuseries documented just how much NBA legend Michael Jordan hated Chicago Bulls general manager Jerry Krause. Jordan didn’t have a good relationship with Krause and never shied away from publicly mocking him.
The Los Angeles Lakers failed in attempted trades for Kevin Garnett in 2008 and Chris Paul in 2011. While a deal with the Timberwolves for Garnett couldn't be worked out, a deal for Paul was struck and vetoed by NBA Commissioner David Stern.
The year was 2000. The Los Angeles Lakers were the NBA's reigning champions and The Marshall Mathers LP ruled the radio. Into this climate, Philadelphia 76ers guard Allen Iverson—fresh off his first All-Star season—decided to release a rap album.
In 1992, the first superstar-laden U.S. men’s Olympic basketball team — now commonly known as the 'Dream Team' — went to Barcelona and dominated on its way to a gold medal.
The end of Los Angeles Lakers Hall of Fame shooting guard Kobe Bryant's storied run with LA was marked almost as much but a trade that didn't happen as it was by the transactions that did.
Any Lessons For the Rockets? Former NBA Commissioner David Stern’s ideal NBA Finals was said to be “Lakers vs Lakers”. Which is silly, it would surely be “Knicks vs Lakers”, but he never got that one as Commish.
The Memphis Grizzlies are the No. 3 seed in the NBA Western Conference but will be without Ja Morant when they take on the Dallas Mavericks Monday night.
John Salley revealed how the Detroit Pistons celebrated after sweeping the Lakers in LA in the 1989 NBA Finals. The NBA was an incredibly wild spot before the rule changes and reforms by David Stern in the late-'90s and early 2000s to change the image of the sport.
Former NBA Commissioner David Stern once read out the lyrics of Allen Iverson's song '40 Bars' to him, and he told the story of how he found it really amusing.
Michael Jordan's first association with an NBA team apart from the Chicago Bulls came with his minority ownership stake in the Washington Wizards. However, he could not stay away from the court and decided to return as a player on the Wizards roster – which meant selling his stake.
Quarter-zips and sneakers are here to stay. According to NBA insider Marc Stein, the NBA has communicated to coaches that team-branded leisure attire will continue to be allowed for the 2022-23 season.
The NBA would not be the success story it is today without the visionary leadership of the late-great David Stern. But among the list of grievances fans have with Stern's polarizing tenure as commissioner is relocating the Seattle SuperSonics to Oklahoma City.
Over the years, fans have seen a lot of amazing players showcase their talent in the NBA. Obviously, some players are remembered more by fans due to various reasons.
The NBA has truly become an international basketball league. From superstars coming all across the globe, there is no doubting that the league has become as inclusive as ever.
Netflix is putting together a documentary on disgraced former NBA referee Tim Donaghy, who officiated in the league from 1994-2007 until he was caught gambling.
NBA history is full of countless what-ifs. What if David Stern hadn't nixed Chris Paul's trade to the Lakers? What if Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant didn't break up?
Dennis Rodman was an integral piece of the puzzle for the Detroit Pistons and the Chicago Bulls, as he helped the two franchises win 5 NBA championships during his time with them.
If nostalgia is a drug, then Tom O'Grady is Albert Hoffman. A scientist that unknowingly set an entire generation's minds on fire. O'Grady's laboratory was the NBA league office, where he served as the first creative director from June 1990 through early 2003.
Tributes, remembrances and heartfelt statements of praise continue to emerge as the NBA world eulogizes former commissioner David Stern following his passing earlier this month.
While some player highlights are limited to the court, the kid from Lansing, Michigan, has a laundry list of accomplishments that rivals anyone.
World Wrestling Entertainment’s 10-year deal with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is getting worse all the time.
It’s the end of July, and we’re about as short on NBA news as the content churn permits. This is the time of year when Zach Lowe and Brian Windhorst go on vacation, somewhat secure in the assumption that nothing much will happen between now and training camp.
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