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Dikembe Mutombo’s No. 55 to be retired
The Atlanta Hawks have announced that they will retire Dikembe Mutombo’s No. 55 jersey on November 24th in a game against the Boston Celtics. Mutombo was born on June 25, 1966, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. He spent five seasons with the Hawks out of his 19-year NBA career. During his career, “Deke” registered…
Read MoreDarryl Dawkins, Sixers Great Passes at 58
Former Philadelphia 76ers great, Darryl Dawkins has passed away at age 58. Nicknamed “Chocolate Thunder” for his powerful slam dunks and larger-than-life personality, Dawkins left his friends and family due to a heart attack. His NBA career spanned 15 seasons and the big man averaged 12 points per game and 6.1 rebounds per game. He…
Read MoreGreg Oden Starts Fresh in China
Greg Oden is looking for a fresh start this 2015/16 season as he heads overseas to play in China for Jiangsu Nangang Dragons Nanjing (CBA). The deal is reportedly good for one year and is worth $1.2 million. There were high expectations for him when the Portland Trail Blazers selected him first overall in the…
Read MoreNBA Game in Africa Opens Doors
An exhibition NBA game in Africa opened doors, being the first of its kind in NBA history. Held at Ellis Park Arena in Johannesburg, the event featured a team of players born in Africa and second-generation African players, aptly called “Team Africa” and a composed of various current NBA players representing “Team World.” Fans in attendance…
Read MorePorzingis, Mudiay Impress at Summer League
The NBA Las Vegas Summer League is set to culminate with a showdown between the San Antonio Spurs and the Phoenixs Suns. The Spurs’ Kyle Anderson has already been named the Summer League’s M.V.P. He averaged 22.0 ppg and 5.8 rpg in the event which saw the participation of 23 NBA teams. All-NBA Summer League…
Read MoreLas Vegas Summer League Sunday Recap
We’re three days into the Las Vegas Summer League 2015 and already the young crop of players who represent the future of the NBA have enthralled, captivated, and entertained fans. Eight games were on tap on Sunday for everyone to enjoy, and more than a few players displayed flashes of brilliance which highlighted some of…
Read MoreDeAndre Jordan dumps Mavs for Clippers
Where DeAndre Jordan would finally end up playing this season has been one of the highlights of NBA free agency so far. Jordan initially stunned the Clippers and the NBA world in general when he verbally agreed to sign a max deal with the Dallas Mavericks for four years worth over $80 million. Dallas made…
Read MoreChris Fleming joins Nuggets’ Staff
German National Team head coach Chris Fleming is joining the Denver Nuggets’ coaching staff under Mike Malone. The 45-year-old Fleming has had extensive head coaching experience in Germany. He coached Brose Baskets Bamberg from 2008 to 2014. Chris led Brose Baskets to four German Bundesliga Championships, four German Cups, and three German Supercup titles. Fleming…
Read MoreNBA Summer League Las Vegas: team rosters
The NBA Summer League in Las Vegas is just a week away, with the Orlando Summer League already underway. Many NBA franchises are naming their rosters for Vegas, including the Cleveland Cavaliers, Portland Trailblazers, New York Knicks, Phoenix Suns and the Chicago Bulls today. The Minnesota Timberwolves and the Toronto Raptors announce their line-ups yesterday,…
Read MoreNemanja Bjelica signs deal with Timberwolves
The 2015 Turkish Airlines Euroleague MVP, Nemanja Bjelica (209 cm) has reached an agreement to play for the Minnesota Timberwolves. The deal is reportedly good for three years and worth $11.7 million. The talented Serbian forward was originally drafted by the Washington Wizards in the 2nd round (35th overall) in the 2010 NBA draft. Nemanja…
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