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Welcome Back: Five of the NBA's Most Memorable Homecomings

With Allen Iverson rejoining the Philadelphia 76ers, I figured it would only be fitting to create a list of memorable homecomings that have occurred throughout NBA history. It's always special to see a player return to the a city that made his famous...

Written by Mike B. about about 13 hours ago 227 reads 0 comments
Underrated Warrior: Does Chris Mullin Belong in the Hall of Fame?

We all know Scottie Pippen and Karl Malone will be giving their Hall of Fame speeches next September. That's guaranteed. But what about their former Dream Team buddy, Chris Mullin? No, Mully didn't win six championships like Pippen...

Written by Mike B. about 2 days ago 71 reads 0 comments
The NBA's Top 10 Coolest Jerseys of All Time

NBA teams have rocked some pretty hideous looking jerseys throughout history. Remember those ugly lime green unis that Pistol Pete and the Atlanta Hawks wore in the early 1970s? If you don't, go and Google them...

Written by Mike B. about 2 days ago 859 reads 4 comments
Looking Back at the NBA Careers of the Michigan Fab Five

In the early 90's, college basketball fans got the opportunity to see one of the greatest recruiting classes of all time: the University of Michigan's Fab Five...

Written by Mike B. about 3 days ago 94 reads 0 comments
Sorry Tim Duncan Fans, Karl Malone is the Greatest Power Forward Ever

Most people would claim Tim Duncan is the greatest power forward in NBA history and that's pretty understandable. Just look at what he's accomplished over his spectacular career with the San ...

Written by Mike B. about 3 days ago 58 reads 2 comments
Imagine If the Detroit Pistons Had Decided to Draft Carmelo Anthony

Each and every morning, Detroit Pistons president Joe Dumars probably wakes up and bangs his head against the wall a couple of times...

Written by Mike B. about 5 days ago 322 reads 9 comments
Darko Milicic: Is This the Last NBA Season for the Underachiever ?

The 2003 NBA Draft was highlighted by future stars such as LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Carmelo Anthony, and Chris Bosh. And you can't leave out Chris Kaman, David West, Mo Williams, Josh Howard, and Leandro Barbosa, either...

Written by Mike B. about 8 days ago 343 reads 25 comments
Thugs "R" Us: Looking Back at the Infamous Portland Jail Blazers Era

Things are really looking good for the Portland Trail Blazers. Led by youngsters Brandon Roy, LaMarcus Aldridge, and Greg Oden, the Blazers are truly one of the most talented teams in the NBA...

Written by Mike B. about 8 days ago 439 reads 8 comments
Jamaal Tinsley's Return: The Most Memorable Game in NBA History

In 1995, Michael Jordan ended his retirement and returned to the NBA scoring 19 points for the Chicago Bulls. Classic...

Written by Mike B. about 9 days ago 504 reads 6 comments
Portland Trail Blazers of the Early 2000's: Tons of Stars, No Championships

After the Portland Trail Blazers were swept in the 1999 NBA Western Conference Finals, it was a given that general manager Bob Whitsitt was going to make some major moves in the offseason. And of course, "Trader Bob" tinkered with the roster as expected.

Written by Mike B. about 10 days ago 188 reads 7 comments
Stylin' and Profilin': The NBA's Most Interesting Hairstyles of All Time

NBA players have sported some unbelievable hairdos over the years. We've witnessed everything from Brian Grant's "Bob Marley" dreadlocks to Scot Pollard's mohawks...

Written by Mike B. about 14 days ago 2,167 reads 11 comments
New York City Point Guards in the NBA: Looking Back Through History

Aah, New York City. What a spectacular town. It's the home of Jay-Z, the Empire State Building, Madison Square Garden, the Statue of Liberty, and Times Square...

Written by Mike B. about 21 days ago 202 reads 2 comments
Lakers Fans' Worst Nightmare: If Kobe Bryant had Become a Chicago Bull

In 2007, Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant decided to request a trade because he felt that management wasn't making the right moves to build a championship team...

Written by Mike B. about about 1 month ago 1,013 reads 14 comments
The Magic Question: What if Earvin Johnson Hadn't Left the Game Early?

Nov. 7, 1991. That was one of the saddest days in sports history. Los Angeles Lakers star Earvin "Magic" Johnson announced his retirement from the NBA after discovering he had contracted HIV...

Written by Mike B. about about 1 month ago 290 reads 4 comments
Greg Oden: A Taller Version of Ben Wallace?

When Greg Oden entered the NBA in 2007, many predicted he would emerge as the league's greatest center since Shaquille O'Neal. So far, that hasn't been the case...

Written by Mike B. about about 1 month ago 313 reads 6 comments
Why LeBron James Will Be the Greatest When It's All Said and Done

hael Jordan is the NBA's greatest player of all time. That statement is a fact, not an opinion. Whether you like him or not, you simply cannot argue against it...

Written by Mike B. about about 1 month ago 322 reads 9 comments
Windy City's Finest: The Top 10 Greatest NBA Players From Chicago

Chicago, also known as the "Windy City," has produced several talented NBA players over the years such as Tim Hardaway and Derrick Rose. I decided to put together a list of the top 10 greatest players born and raised in the area...

Written by Mike B. about about 1 month ago 312 reads 8 comments
A Pleasant Surprise: The Story of the 1999-00 Orlando Magic

During the summer of 1999, the direction of the Orlando Magic franchise changed dramatically. Several key players from the previous season had been shipped out of town including All-Star Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway...

Written by Mike B. about about 1 month ago 213 reads 3 comments
The NBA in the 1990s: Aah, Remembering the Good 'Ole Days

A lot of fans would say the NBA was at its best during the 1980s. That was back when Earvin "Magic" Johnson's Lakers would battle Larry Bird's Boston Celtics for the title almost every year...

Written by Mike B. about about 1 month ago 369 reads 16 comments
From Minneapolis to Tinseltown: The Top 10 Players in Lakers History

The Minneapolis/ Los Angeles Lakers are one of the NBA's most storied franchises. The team holds the all-time record for both win ans winning percentage. They have won 15 championships which is only second to the Boston Celtics' 17...

Written by Mike B. about 2 months ago 300 reads 7 comments
Grizzled Veteran: Looking Back at the Career of Allen Iverson

Unless you've been living under a rock for the past few days, you know that Allen Iverson is now a member of the Memphis Grizzlies. So, with the big news, I decided to put together a brief slideshow pertaining to his celebrated basketball career...

Written by Mike B. about 2 months ago 439 reads 14 comments
Small Blunders: The 10 Biggest NBA Point Guard Busts of All-Time

The NBA draft has produced gobs of disappointing players over the years. Big men like Sam Bowie, Michael Olowokandi, and Kwame Brown are names that stand out the most. But, what about the little guys? The point guards...

Written by Mike B. about 3 months ago 1,696 reads 23 comments
10 Players Once Compared to Shaquille O'Neal

In 1992, Shaquille O'Neal, more commonly known as "Shaq," powered his way on to the NBA scene. He immediately made an impact in the league winning Rookie of the Year honors and helping the Orlando Magic win 20 more games than the previous season...

Written by Mike B. about 3 months ago 1,080 reads 20 comments
Potential, Potential: Fifteen Players Once Compared to Michael Jordan

For 20 years or so, several players have drawn comparisons to the legendary Michael Jordan. Although some of these guys have enjoyed major success in the NBA, they have never come close to accomplishing what Jordan did...

Written by Mike B. about 3 months ago 1,289 reads 30 comments
What if the Boston Celtics Hadn't Acquired Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen?

Before the 2007-08 season, the Boston Celtics went out and got their star player, Paul Pierce, some much needed veteran help. First, they traded for Ray Allen of the Seattle SuperSonics on draft night...

Written by Mike B. about 3 months ago 1,210 reads 21 comments

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Mike B. Article Archive

Welcome Back: Five of the NBA's Most Memorable Homecomings

Underrated Warrior: Does Chris Mullin Belong in the Hall of Fame?

The NBA's Top 10 Coolest Jerseys of All Time

Looking Back at the NBA Careers of the Michigan Fab Five

Sorry Tim Duncan Fans, Karl Malone is the Greatest Power Forward Ever

Imagine If the Detroit Pistons Had Decided to Draft Carmelo Anthony

Darko Milicic: Is This the Last NBA Season for the Underachiever ?

Thugs "R" Us: Looking Back at the Infamous Portland Jail Blazers Era

Jamaal Tinsley's Return: The Most Memorable Game in NBA History

Portland Trail Blazers of the Early 2000's: Tons of Stars, No Championships

Stylin' and Profilin': The NBA's Most Interesting Hairstyles of All Time

New York City Point Guards in the NBA: Looking Back Through History

Lakers Fans' Worst Nightmare: If Kobe Bryant had Become a Chicago Bull

The Magic Question: What if Earvin Johnson Hadn't Left the Game Early?

Greg Oden: A Taller Version of Ben Wallace?

Why LeBron James Will Be the Greatest When It's All Said and Done

Windy City's Finest: The Top 10 Greatest NBA Players From Chicago

A Pleasant Surprise: The Story of the 1999-00 Orlando Magic

The NBA in the 1990s: Aah, Remembering the Good 'Ole Days

From Minneapolis to Tinseltown: The Top 10 Players in Lakers History

Grizzled Veteran: Looking Back at the Career of Allen Iverson

Small Blunders: The 10 Biggest NBA Point Guard Busts of All-Time

10 Players Once Compared to Shaquille O'Neal

Potential, Potential: Fifteen Players Once Compared to Michael Jordan

What if the Boston Celtics Hadn't Acquired Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen?

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