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Journalist. Managing editor of http://HoopsHype.com. Fell in love with πŸ€ watching Kareem’s Sky Hook on TV and Arvydas Sabonis & Oscar Schmidt in Valladolid. β€˜85 Bobby Finstock rules.

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Injuries were a factor while doing the list.

07.03.2026 19:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The most disappointing NBA players of 2025-26 HoopsHype breaks down the eight most disappointing NBA players of 2025-26, including a former No. 1 pick and various former All-Stars.

The most disappointing NBA players of 2025-26

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07.03.2026 19:23 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Professor Q&A: My goal is to make the Hall of Fame as a contributor Grayson Boucher aka 'The Professor' discuss his upcoming AND1 signature line, movie appearances, and his goal of one day reaching the Hall of Fame.

The Professor Q&A: My goal is to make the Hall of Fame as a contributor

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07.03.2026 18:10 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Social media reacts to LeBron passing Kareem for most made field goals: Only player ever to defeat Father Time Check out how social media reacted to LeBron James passing Kareem for most made field goals in NBA history

Social media reacts to LeBron passing Kareem for most made field goals: Only player ever to defeat Father Time

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06.03.2026 12:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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From George Mikan to Cooper Flagg: The best NBA player born each year HoopsHype picks the best NBA player to be born every year from 1924 to 2006, including Cooper Flagg to George Mikan.

From George Mikan to Cooper Flagg: The best NBA player born each year

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05.03.2026 14:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Thanks for noticing, it was there but it wasn’t showing up. It’s fixed now.

04.03.2026 17:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Charlie Villanueva Q&A: I was ahead of my time on and off the court Charlie Villanueva spoke with HoopsHype where he discussed his career, how his game would translate to today's game, the effects of social media, entering the player-podcast space, and more.

Charlie Villanueva Q&A: I was ahead of my time on and off the court

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04.03.2026 17:30 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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79 greatest defensive NBA players ever: The HoopsHype list Check out the 79 best defensive NBA players ever, according to HoopsHype staff members

79 greatest defensive NBA players ever: The HoopsHype list

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04.03.2026 17:29 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Inside the NBA-China comeback: We talked to East Goes Global founder Andrew Spalter We talked to the founder of the company rebuilding the NBA-China relationship from the inside

Inside the NBA-China comeback: We talked to East Goes Global founder Andrew Spalter

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01.03.2026 11:40 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Keith O'Brien: The Larry Bird we all know was born in the summer of 1977 New York Times bestselling author Keith O'Brien spoke with HoopsHype about HEARTLAND, his new Larry Bird biography set to release March 3.

Keith O'Brien: The Larry Bird we all know was born in the summer of 1977

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27.02.2026 18:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Did the Indiana Pacers give up too much for Ivica Zubac? I explained why the Pacers included their 2026 first-round pick and protected it specifically for the 1-4 and 10-30 selections.

26.02.2026 17:20 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Celtics refused to tank. The rest of the NBA should be forced to follow. Here's how Here's a suggestion to fix the tanking problem in the NBA.

Celtics refused to tank. The rest of the NBA should be forced to follow. Here's how

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26.02.2026 16:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Derek Fisher Q&A: The 2008-2010 Lakers could play today

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25.02.2026 17:01 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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NBA business: The average valuations of all teams in the NBA Check out the NBA team valuations ranking we've created by compiling data from Forbes, Sportico and CNBC as of February 2026.

NBA business: The average valuations of all teams in the NBA

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24.02.2026 14:41 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Could LeBron James take the biggest pay cut in NBA history? LeBron James has set a multitude of NBA records, including most points scored ever. This summer, he could set another record, this one salary-related.

Could LeBron James take the biggest pay cut in NBA history?

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22.02.2026 11:07 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2026 NBA free agent rankings: The best players available HoopsHype ranks the top NBA free agents set to be available in the 2026 offseason, including LeBron James, Austin Reaves, James Harden and Trae Young.

2026 NBA free agent rankings: The best players available

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19.02.2026 23:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The top scorers in NBA All-Star Game history LeBron James scored a total of 15 points at the 2026 All-Star Game, adding to his lead as the event's all-time leading scorer. Check out the top 25.

The top scorers in NBA All-Star Game history

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16.02.2026 01:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ranking: The players with the most perfect scores at the Slam Dunk Contest Although the NBA All-Star Game is often an exciting contest featuring the best basketball players in the world, the most anticipated and discussed portion of All-Star weekend itself is usually the Sla...

Ranking: The players with the most perfect scores at the Slam Dunk Contest

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15.02.2026 11:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Social media reacts to Damian Lillard winning three-point contest: 'Dame time is immortal' Damian Lillard won his third three-point title. Check out what social media had to say.

Social media reacts to Damian Lillard winning three-point contest: 'Dame time is immortal'

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14.02.2026 23:53 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ranking: The best players ever at the three-point contest The three-point contest, started in 1986, has become one of the most exciting parts of every All-Star Weekend. FromΒ Larry Bird winning it three straight times, the last of which he accomplished withou...

Ranking: The best players ever at the three-point contest

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14.02.2026 18:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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All-Star: Which teams have won the most contests? There's little parity in the NBA even when it comes to All-Star contest wins, as the major-market teams tend to do the best in these sorts of popularity contests. As such, the Miami Heat with such a s...

All-Star: Which teams have won the most contests?

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14.02.2026 18:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Social media reacts to Chris Paul retiring: The GOAT of small players Check out how social media reacted to the news of future NBA Hall of Famer Chris Paul announcing his retirement from basketball.

Social media reacts to Chris Paul retiring: The GOAT of small players

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13.02.2026 20:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Kyshawn George Q&A: I can't wait to get on the court with Trae Young Ahead of the Rising Stars game, George spoke with HoopsHype about finally getting the nod to participate in the Rising Stars game, veterans who have helped him in his young NBA career, preparing to pl...

Kyshawn George Q&A: I can't wait to get on the court with Trae Young

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13.02.2026 14:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Mac McClung talks NBA dunk contest, Yuki Kawamura, and more NBA dunk champion Mac McClung discussed the All-Star contest, playing with Yuki Kawamura, turning down overseas offers, and more

Mac McClung talks NBA dunk contest, Yuki Kawamura, and more

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12.02.2026 21:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Excerpt: Moses and the Doctor: Two Men, One Championship, and the Birth of Modern Basketball The rousing story of two trailblazing superstarsβ€”Julius β€œDr. J” Erving and Moses Maloneβ€”whose improbable alliance and unsung legacies shaped the wildest and most innovative era of basketball history.

Excerpt: Moses and the Doctor: Two Men, One Championship, and the Birth of Modern Basketball

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11.02.2026 20:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2025-26 set the record for the most players moved in one NBA trade deadline The 2025-26 season officially set the record for most players moved at one trade deadline with 67.

2025-26 set the record for the most players moved in one NBA trade deadline

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05.02.2026 20:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Domantas Sabonis trade talks between the Kings and Raptors, which would include RJ Barrett and Ochai Agbaji to Sacramento, have paused. Toronto is concerned about giving up too much first-round draft pick compensation to move Jakob Poeltl to a third team. Reporting on YES Network.

04.02.2026 16:50 β€” πŸ‘ 17    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 7
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Social media reacts to Anthony Davis trade to Washington: 'What’s next? Kyrie Irving?' Check out how social media reacted to Anthony Davis' trade to the Wizards.

Social media reacts to Anthony Davis trade to Washington: 'What’s next? Kyrie Irving?'

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04.02.2026 19:45 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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NBA Intel: Cavs, Kings, Lakers Cam Thomas, Bucks, Mavs, Suns, Spurs Trade talks for the Cavaliers, Kings, and Lakers. Updates on Cam Thomas, Bucks targets, Jeremy Sochan, and Collin Gillespie and Mark Williams chats.

Sources: The Cavaliers and Kings have discussed a framework that would send De’Andre Hunter to Sacramento for Keon Ellis, Dennis Schroder, and Dario Saric.

More on those trade talks, Lakers, Cam Thomas, Bucks, Mavs, Suns and Spurs on @hoopshypeofficial.bsky.social. www.hoopshype.com/story/sports...

31.01.2026 15:37 β€” πŸ‘ 47    πŸ” 11    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 19
Around The Beat: Bobby Manning On Celtics Trade Rumors, Tatum Return Buzz & Joe Mazzulla Stories
YouTube video by HoopsHype Around The Beat: Bobby Manning On Celtics Trade Rumors, Tatum Return Buzz & Joe Mazzulla Stories

Around The Beat: Bobby Manning On Celtics Trade Rumors, Tatum Return Buzz & Joe Mazzulla Stories

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