Looking at the average height in the NBA, it’s easy to see that it’s a tall man’s league. Ever since its inception, taller players have had a distinct advantage when it comes to playing defense, contesting shots, and scoring around the basket. However, despite that notable advantage, there have been some shorter athletes who have…
Basketball is, and has always been, a tall person’s sport. Being closer to the basket is a natural advantage when it comes to defense and scoring, so it only stands to reason that most NBA players are vertically gifted. Even so, there are a few who have truly stood out among the trees. Everyone in…
Everyone loves a good sports movie, especially ones centered around basketball. The sport comes with natural drama, and such aspects play well on the big screen. Due to its societal importance, it lends itself to genres like coming-of-age and comedy as well. That inherent versatility is why there are so many popular basketball movies, and…
Winning in the NBA is hard. Winning consistently is even harder. There have been more than a few talented and successful teams throughout the league’s long run, but only the top of the top won enough games or scored enough points to cement themselves into the history books. Record setting teams are quite rare in…
Playing professional basketball is extremely difficult. Coaching it can be just as hard. While both take different skill sets, the roles each require a mind for the game and understanding of its inner workings. That’s why some players who excel on the court also do well on the sidelines. Though it doesn’t happen often, there…
There are many accolades in the NBA, but one of the most elusive is a retired jersey. Getting an in-season award, ring, or hall of fame bid are all incredibly impressive, but only a few special players or personnel have ever received a retired basketball jersey. When that happens to athletes, it means the number…
The NBA is a multi-national league. While it has a strong foothold in America, basketball as a sport only continues to grow in popularity all over the world. Part of that is due to its fun nature, part is the result of expanding media, and part is due to the rise of foreign athletes. Where…
Professional athletes are some of the most skilled people on Earth. They also tend to be superstitious and put a lot of stock into routines. As such, many conduct pre-game rituals, where they perform an act before a game to help them get into the proper mindset. Such rituals, while not necessarily unique to the…
Everyone likes sports, and that includes celebrities. While stadiums always fill up with fans eager to cheer on their favorite team, contests always feel a little bit bigger when someone famous is in the stands. That’s especially true in a league like the NBA. Basketball is a high-profile sport with a range of high-profile fans….
Professional sports are nothing without their fans. Though the games themselves are fun and exciting, what makes them so big is the loyal, passionate fan bases willing to root, cheer, and spend money for their favorite team. There are many elements to a team’s fanbase, but one of the most important is rivalries. Having teams…