NBA History

  1. Ranking the Top 25 Players in Sacramento Kings History

    The Sacramento Kings have experienced a downturn of late, missing the playoffs for seven consecutive seasons. Based on the recent past, you'd think the franchise hasn't produced much worth relishing...

    Sim Risso Written by Sim Risso about 4 months ago 2,340 reads 7 comments

  2. Ranking the Top 25 Players in Utah Jazz History

    Despite never winning an NBA championship, the Utah Jazz franchise has a rich history filled with great players — including Hall of Famers Karl Malone, John Stockton, Pete Maravich and Adrian Dantley...

    Andy Bailey Written by Andy Bailey about 4 months ago 7,312 reads 7 comments

  3. Ranking the Top 25 Players in San Antonio Spurs History

    From the ABA's Dallas Chaparrals to the NBA 's San Antonio Spurs , the franchise has seen plenty of talented players don the silver and black uniform...

    David Kenyon Written by David Kenyon about 4 months ago 8,300 reads 31 comments

  4. Ranking the Best Frontcourt Players in Golden State Warriors History

    The Golden State Warriors franchise has a rich history with three NBA championships, and some of the best frontcourt players in Warriors history played a major part...

    Scott Burns Written by Scott Burns about 4 months ago 6,335 reads 13 comments

  5. Ranking the All-Time Misfires in NBA Free Agency over Last Decade

    As teams land their big-name free agents, fans across the nation revel in unbridled glee. But will any of these signings join the ranks of the worst misfires over the last decade? ...

    Kelly Scaletta Written by Kelly Scaletta about 5 months ago 60,040 reads 94 comments

  6. Detroit Pistons: Moving Downtown Won't Necessarily Bring the Fans Back

    The Pontiac Silverdome still sits on Opdyke Road; a vast, empty, mostly unused structure with its pillow-like top, visible from I-75 if you know the right place to look...

    Greg Eno Written by Greg Eno about 5 months ago 6,644 reads 18 comments

  7. NBA Finals: 7 Greatest Shots in Finals Losses

    The NBA season has just ended, leaving us to reflect on the Miami Heat winning their second consecutive championship. Like all the champs that preceded them, the Heat needed some clutch shots along the way to come out on top...

    Vinny Hardy Written by Vinny Hardy about 5 months ago 1,448 reads 0 comments

  8. 6 NBA Draft Trades That Changed the League Forever

    Believe it or not, six draft trades have impacted all of NBA history. Draft picks get swapped all the time for other draft picks or for players. There are, of course, many times a title might be the result of a trade here or there...

    Kelly Scaletta Written by Kelly Scaletta about 5 months ago 17,240 reads 21 comments

  9. Michael Jordan and LeBron James: How Their Paths to NBA Glory Are Very Similar

    Chicago Bulls fans will say that Michael Jordan is the best player all-time. With six titles and five regular-season MVP awards, along with a list of other individual accolades, they would have a valid point...

    James Tillman III Written by James Tillman III about 6 months ago 2,810 reads 4 comments

  10. Best Game 7 Moments in NBA Playoff History

    There's nothing better than a Game 7 in the NBA playoffs. During the course of an 82-game season, there are always lulls and lapses in effort...

    Grant Hughes Written by Grant Hughes about 6 months ago 59,317 reads 84 comments

  11. Phil Jackson Relives the Day Kobe Bryant Met Michael Jordan

    Phil Jackson is considered to be one of the greatest coaches in NBA history. He created countless memories during his basketball career, but several events stick out above the rest—like the day he introduced Michael Jordan to Kobe Bryant ...

    NBA365 Productions Written by NBA365 Productions about 7 months ago 153,122 reads 147 comments

  12. Ranking the Biggest NBA Playoff Cinderellas

    Some exciting NBA playoff Cinderellas have played over the years. These homely teams eked their way into the postseason only to give their favored opponents a scare or worse—an early ticket to next season...

    Vin Getz Written by Vin Getz about 7 months ago 16,948 reads 24 comments

  13. The 15 Greatest Individual Performances in NBA Playoff History

    There have been some pretty spectacular performances this postseason, such as Kevin Durant ’s 36-point, 11-rebound, nine-assist game on May 7, but even that pales in comparison to some of the greatest games in postseason history...

    Kelly Scaletta Written by Kelly Scaletta about 7 months ago 182,885 reads 654 comments

  14. The 10 Dirtiest Players in NBA History

    Dirty NBA players come in all shapes and sizes. Dirty play comes in different forms too. There’s blatant dirty and sneaky dirty. There’s tough dirty and mouthy dirty...

    Kelly Scaletta Written by Kelly Scaletta about 7 months ago 245,916 reads 199 comments

  15. NBA MVP 2013: Historical Significance of LeBron's Current Run of MVPs

    LeBron James is reportedly going to win his fourth NBA MVP. According to Adi Joseph of USA Today on Friday, James is expected to receive the award: The Miami Heat forward ...

    John Rozum Written by John Rozum about 7 months ago 461 reads 7 comments

  16. NBA 2K13 Simulation: 2012-13 Miami Heat vs. 1971-72 Los Angeles Lakers

    The closer the Miami Heat come to the 1971-72 Lakers ' record of 33 consecutive wins, the more the two teams will be compared . We'll never get an opportunity to see these teams play each other in real life, but that's what video games are for...

    Brian Mazique Written by Brian Mazique about 8 months ago 24,089 reads 38 comments

  17. Ranking the Greatest Races Down the Stretch in NBA History

    Eighty-two games makes for a long season, and by late March, fans are anxious for the playoffs to begin. It is the neck-and-neck finishes between teams and individuals down the stretch that keep the games interesting...

    Paul Knepper Written by Paul Knepper about 9 months ago 20,477 reads 27 comments

  18. '72 Dolphins & '71-72 Lakers Both Impressive, Lakers Streak Is Easier to Love

    Winning streaks have been prominent thus far in 2013. The Chicago Blackhawks reeled off 24 straight games with a point to start the season, an NHL record...

    Vinny Hardy Written by Vinny Hardy about 9 months ago 506 reads 15 comments

  19. Sacramento Kings' All-Time Dream Team

    The Sacramento Kings franchise has built quite a history. It's been in existence for 65 years, made the playoffs on 29 different occasions and won five division championships and one NBA title...

    Sim Risso Written by Sim Risso about 9 months ago 3,917 reads 10 comments

  20. Phoenix Suns' All-Time Dream Team

    Since the team's inception in 1968, the Phoenix Suns have been one of the most successful franchises in NBA history...

    Sam Cooper Written by Sam Cooper about 9 months ago 652 reads 11 comments

  21. The NBA's Current Versions of Classic Teams

    The NBA is a league rich in history, made all the more rich by unique teams scattered throughout its existence. Some have won titles, others provided tremendous entertainment, all left NBA fans with unforgettable highlights...

    Kelly Scaletta Written by Kelly Scaletta about 9 months ago 26,820 reads 99 comments

  22. 5 Worst Decisions of Jerry Reinsdorf's Chicago Bulls Era

    Although the Chicago Bulls have won six NBA championships with Jerry Reinsdorf as the owner, the team has made plenty of bad decisions during his tenure...

    Mike B. Written by Mike B. about 9 months ago 11,876 reads 39 comments

  23. The Top 5 Fights in NBA History

    Last night during the Indiana Pacers vs. Golden State Warriors game, we were reminded that sometimes NBA players get into altercations. While it may seem childish and immature to some fans, let's face it; most of us love a good fight...

    Giancarlo King Written by Giancarlo King about 9 months ago 4,639 reads 1 comments

  24. Phoenix Suns Around the World

    Following the Phoenix Suns ' trade that sent backup point guard Sebastian Telfair to the Toronto Raptors in exchange for Hamed Haddadi and a second-round pick, I jokingly told my ...

    Ben Leibowitz Written by Ben Leibowitz about 9 months ago 2,164 reads 12 comments

  25. Greatest Last-Minute Trade Deadline Deals in NBA History

    The NBA trade deadline has been a fixture of the association since its earliest days. As far back as the 1950s, February deals have been going down...

    Vin Getz Written by Vin Getz about 10 months ago 17,210 reads 12 comments