Basketball Network on MSN11h
Bill Simmons marvels at how Michael Jordan had the referees in his pocket: "If he was yelling at the ref, the ref is kinda bummed out"
"The best one I ever saw going to games over the years was dealing with the refs was Jordan," he said on The Bill Simmons ...
This NCAA Tournament could have something the last two have lacked: A probable No. 1 overall pick
The top two players selected in last year’s NBA draft and four of the top five picks in 2023 had never played in an NCAA Tournament before beginning their pro careers ...
Basketball Network on MSN1d
"It was good because you have somebody later as a star after LeBron retires" - Magic on why Doncic trade secures the Lakers' future
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Basketball Network on MSN1d
"Second place means you're the first loser" - Kobe Bryant explained the mentality the Lakers must've had after losing to the Celtics in 2008
"At the same time, understand that second place means you're the first loser. So, just understanding that mentality and ...
Basketball Network on MSN2d
Magic Johnson warned Kobe Bryant before his first Finals series against the Celtics: "It's like playing against no other team"
They beat three 50-win teams en route to the Finals and dispatched the defending champions, San Antonio Spurs fairly easily ...
Basketball Network on MSN2d
"It's a danger to that - Michael Jordan explains why it is unfair to put the “next Michael Jordan” label on NBA players
Jordan label. The Bulls legend knows the pattern well. He lived it and watched it unfold as new stars emerged — each one ...
Sotheby's Is Auctioning Kobe Bryant's 30K Point Milestone Nike Kobe 7
During that game, he wore a pair of Nike Kobe 7 PEs in a grey and purple colorway. The sneakers from this legendary night ...
Basketball Network on MSN4d
"Jerry told them who to draft" - Vlade Divac on why he isn't mad at Jerry West for trading him for Kobe Bryant
Jerry West trading for Kobe Bryant in the 1996 NBA Draft is considered one of the most incredible deals in league history.
Footwear News on MSN4d
Kobe Bryant Made History in These Sneakers and Now You Can Own Them
One of the most significant sneakers in Kobe Bryant's storied NBA career is up for sale - for the price of a small home.
10 Shocking Trades NBA Fans Still Can’t Believe Happened
In recent years, the NBA has seen several shocking trades that left fans and analysts in disbelief. One moment, a player is the face of a franchise; the next, he's wearing a rival's jersey.
Kobe Bryant shoes from 30,000th-point game go to auction
The sneakers worn by Kobe Bryant when he became the youngest player in NBA history to score 30,000 points have hit the ...