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Charles Barkley is a retired NBA player who is known not only for his skills on the court, but also for his outspoken and often controversial comments off the court. Over the years, Barkley has given us some of the most memorable quotes in sports history. Here are the top 10 Charles Barkley quotes. Top […] READ MORE
Standing 6’3” and weighing 215 lbs., Eric Gordon is a powerfully built guard. His stocky frame allows him to play a physical brand of basketball even though his stature may be less than ideal for his position, the shooting guard. Sure, if he were a true point guard his height would be great. His size […] READ MORE
As the ESPN docuseries The Last Dance has come to a close, it’s the time for Last Word on Sports to wrap up it’s Michael Jordan or LeBron James greatest of all-time debate, for now. It’s pretty clear that Jordan had better teammates and James played the tougher competition. However, the most important topic, determining which […] READ MORE
Michael Jordan and LeBron James have appeared in an eye-popping 15 NBA Finals combined in their historic careers. Jordan is undefeated with six wins and zero losses in the Finals. James, on the other hand, has a Finals’ record of three wins and six losses. The first part of The Greatest of All-Time debate detailed each […] READ MORE
The Phoenix Suns franchise has had many playoff runs throughout its history. They have been thorns in the side for many Western Conference teams for almost every decade in their existence. Historically, players like Steve Nash, Charles Barkley, and Amar’e Stoudemire only help push this franchise to the top of the West. Although the team has struggled […] READ MORE
The Brooklyn Nets all-tme team has both legends and underrated gems all deserving of appreciation. READ MORE
The Philadelphia 76ers all-time team is a reflection of their storied past. Some of the most statistically dominant and culturally influential players have suited up for Philadelphia’s proud franchise. The starting lineup has all-time greats at every slot. One notable player is playing out of position, but he was so versatile that he could hold […] READ MORE
USA Basketball defines the power forward position as an excellent rebounder, careful with the ball, ability to hit open shots and a “spark who’s capable of making a big play for the team” (USA Basketball). The position has evolved from when William R. Chase scored the first and only basket in the inaugural game to […] READ MORE
Going pro is a dream for pretty much every player ever to take basketball seriously. But it doesn’t last: the average career of a professional basketball player in the NBA lasts for a little less than five years, leaving them with a lot of free time to kill afterwards – and enough time and vitality […] READ MORE
On this day back on May 25, 1993, current beloved NBA analyst and basketball legend Charles Barkley was awarded the league’s Most Valuable Player award. READ MORE
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