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Houston Rockets Make Offer To Marc Gasol

Houston Rockets Make Offer To Marc Gasol

The Houston Rockets extended a contract for the services of Memphis Grizzlies Center Marc Gasol.  The $55 Million Dollar 4 year deal is the most the Rockets can offer Gasol, as he is a restricted free agent.  ... continue
Someone Should Teach LeBron James How To Shake Hands

Someone Should Teach LeBron James How To Shake Hands

There is no denying that LeBron James is among the best basketball players that we have around. He may not have the championship ring to prove this but he can surely dunk and leave you in awe. ... continue
Obama in Excellent Health

Obama in Excellent Health

President Barack Obama is in top health, according to physical exam results released by White House Dr. Jeffrey C. Kuhlman. "The president is in excellent health and fit for duty. All clinical data indicate he will remain so ... continue
No NBA Games Until November 30 as Talks Break Down Anew

No NBA Games Until November 30 as Talks Break Down Anew

Labor negotiations broke down anew between NBA owners and players prompting Commissioner David Stern to cancel all November games. The Commissioner earlier canceled the first two weeks of the season. He now cited the impracticality of having ... continue
Allen Iverson Will Play for Anybody. ANYBODY.

Allen Iverson Will Play for Anybody. ANYBODY.

Allen Iverson wants back in the NBA - and he's happy to play for anybody who will have him. But is there a team that would take such a gamble? While he is a 10-time All-Star and former ... continue
National Basketball Association Lockout is Here to Stay

National Basketball Association Lockout is Here to Stay

Are you looking forward to the NBA's upcoming 2011-12 season? Then be warned: it might be starting a little later than you thought. Originally scheduled to begin on November 1st (and with training camps scheduled for October 3rd), ... continue
Lebron James: “I’m Not Better Than Michael Jordan”

Lebron James: “I’m Not Better Than Michael Jordan”

Lebron James made his feelings clear earlier this afternoon in a post Miami Heat practice conference. When asked about comments by former Jordan teammate, Scottie Pippen, the King (Lebron) stated, "I'm gracious, humbled by Scottie's comments, especially with ... continue
[Moron Dept.] A 55-inch basketball television. Ya, Really.

[Moron Dept.] A 55-inch basketball television. Ya, Really.

I realize that it is rather early in the day for the Moron Dept. post but seriously when I saw this thing come across in my feeds I knew we had the winner for the day. What you ... continue
[VIDEO] Boom-shaka-laka! Play as Obama, Palin, and friends in NBA Jam

[VIDEO] Boom-shaka-laka! Play as Obama, Palin, and friends in NBA Jam

Just like its 16-bit forebear, the 2010 remake of basketball classic NBA Jam will feature a ton of hidden characters, including its share of politicians. There's an even spread of Democrats and Republicans, including Obama, Palin, Dubya Bush, ... continue
Tongue-y: Michael Jordan appears on cover of NBA 2K11

Tongue-y: Michael Jordan appears on cover of NBA 2K11

It's been more than seven years since Michael Jordan appeared in an NBA game, but there's no doubt the basketball legend is as iconic as ever. Game developer 2K Sports certainly thinks so, because it chose Jordan ... continue
This is why I hate the NBA

This is why I hate the NBA

Please allow me a moment to editorialize, and opine. I cannot stand the NBA; basketball was once my favorite sport. It is the sport I played the most growing up both with my friend and organized, but ... continue
[RUMOR] Michael Jordan to star on cover of NBA 2K11?

[RUMOR] Michael Jordan to star on cover of NBA 2K11?

Even an uneducated British oik like me knows that Michael Jordan is Kind Of A Big Deal when it comes to basketball, so here's a fun rumor: the sporting legend could be appearing on the cover of ... continue
NBA Jam slam dunking on Wii in 2010

NBA Jam slam dunking on Wii in 2010

Mega-publisher EA just announced plans to release a 21st Century remake of NBA Jam, the basketball videogame for people who aren't that interested in basketball (me), but who are interested in videogames (again, me). The original game was ... continue
Video: Shannon Brown dunk on Mikki Moore

Video: Shannon Brown dunk on Mikki Moore

The Lakers' Shannon Brown pulled off an impressive play on the Warriors' Mikki Moore during last night's game. A fan shouted down from the stands to Moore "you got dunked on!" Moore replied, "it happens." continue
NBA Star Baron Davis makes preventative legal threats over stolen laptop

NBA Star Baron Davis makes preventative legal threats over stolen laptop

NBA star, Baron Davis, had his laptop stolen recently. The laptop contained a bunch of 'sensitive' images and other media that Davis doesn't want getting into the wrong hands. Like, you know, nekked pics showing up on ... continue
Tony Parker deserts French legion for Spurs medical

Tony Parker deserts French legion for Spurs medical

The San Antonio Spurs are taking no chances with Tony Parker's troublesome ankle, calling him back mid-tournament from duties with the French national team after the point guard injured both his right thigh and ankle in a ... continue
Shawn Marion heading to the Dallas Mavericks

Shawn Marion heading to the Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks will acquire forward Shawn Marion in a trade deal with the Toronto Raptors, according to multiple reports. The trade is believed to be not official yet, but is said to be happening. Unconfirmed reports say ... continue
Rasheed Wallace heading to the Celtics

Rasheed Wallace heading to the Celtics

Former Pistons star forward Rasheed Wallace is reported to have agreed to play with the Boston Celtics. According to reports, Wallace is expected to sign a two-year contract for the mid-level exception. The deal wont be formal until ... continue
Trevor Ariza out, Ron Artest in for LA Lakers?

Trevor Ariza out, Ron Artest in for LA Lakers?

The Los Angeles Lakers have continued their rivalry with the Cleveland Cavaliers off the court in the NBA off-season, with 2009 ring-winner Trevor Ariza on the way out of LA, maybe to Cleveland, and Ron Artest possibly ... continue
8th Grader’s unbelievable basketball shot

8th Grader’s unbelievable basketball shot

This kid kicks your honor student's ass. In a video that's quickly making the web rounds, a stunning three-quarter court flip shot is pulled off by Brecksville-Broadview Heights Middle School student Aaron Shutway (some sources say it's "Aaron Shumway"). The ... continue
Aaron Brooks’ Amazing Alley-Oop (video)

Aaron Brooks’ Amazing Alley-Oop (video)

Aaron Brooks rubbed insult to injury in the Rocket's 99-87 defeat of the LA Lakers Sunday (May 10) with an amazing Alley-Oop at the end of the third quarter. With less than a second left in the quarter, ... continue
CollegeHumor delivers a champagne basketball prank

CollegeHumor delivers a champagne basketball prank

The guys at CollegeHumor are never short of a clever idea, but they may have finally topped themselves with a new prank on one of their own. Streeter from CollegeHumor is perhaps best remembered as the victim of ... continue