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NEW YORK FASHION FOR BASKETBALL PLAYERS

March 31, 2009 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

It’s nice to rock your latest Jordan 1’s with a t-shirt and jeans, but if you live in New York City, you’ve got to upgrade your off-the-court gear with something more refined. Shop at some of the hippest places in the city and you might even find yourself running into a few NBA players or celebrities. The key is to mix and match some high-end and low-end products. It’s all about looking good and feeling good. Pair your kicks with some designer jeans and a nice casual dress shirt. Read more

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WATCHMEN AND NBA SUPERSTARS OF THE 80′S

March 26, 2009 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

The Watchmen, set in the 80s Cold War era with rampant fears of nuclear devastation in the world, was recently adapted from a graphic novel form into a blockbuster movie. So it’s a perfect time to compare the main characters to some of the NBA superstars from that period. Read more

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THE TOP PRO FACTORIES

March 12, 2009 by David Im · 19 Comments 

As March Madness draws near and future NBA hopefuls hit the hardwood, putting it all on the line for that one shining moment, it’s an opportune time to see which colleges have most effectively churned out players ready to make the jump to the League. Read more

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STREET FIGHTER 4 AND NBA SUPERSTARS, PART 2

March 5, 2009 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

Last week, I looked at which core Street Fighter characters corresponded to which NBA superstar. Well, Street Fighter 4 brought in some new characters, so let’s cover the rest of the cast from the arcade version. Read more

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NBA SUPERSTARS ON THE SILVER SCREEN

March 3, 2009 by R.C. Cola · Leave a Comment 

NBA athletes are superstars and wizards on the basketball court. But put them in a movie, and they become like you or I: amateurs. But that hasn’t stopped NBA stars from trying - and failing - to make it big on Hollywood. Read more

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NBA CORE WORKOUT

February 16, 2009 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

We all want Popeye biceps, or do a thousand crunches to get that six pack. But an overlooked part of the body is the core. The core comprises of the muscles in the stomach and the mid and lower back. Read more

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HOW TO PRY YOUR MAN AWAY FROM SPORTS, PART 2

February 5, 2009 by B. C. · Leave a Comment 

A few weeks ago I wrote an article about how to pry your man away from sports from a guy’s point of view Since then we’ve received a lot of feedback from all our female readers, and we’re now able to present to you the companion female perspective piece.

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HOW TO ORGANIZE A BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

January 29, 2009 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

A few weeks ago, we interviewed Brian Yang about running a basketball league. For basketball enthusiasts who want to give it a go themselves, that might be a daunting task. An easier compromise would be running a tournament, typically a one or two-day commitment that is simpler to run. Here are some tips: Read more

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NBA HOLLYWOOD

January 29, 2009 by Andy Socrates · 1 Comment 

Basketball has its hierarchy of players. You’ve got your legends, your superstars, stars, role players and scrubs. It’s like Hollywood, where you’ve got your A-listers, B-listers and barely registers. So if the NBA constellation were moved in line with the Hollywood stars, who would play which role? Here’s a few suggestions for the who’s who row of merged NBA-Hollywood superstars. Read more

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HOW TO PRY YOUR MAN AWAY FROM SPORTS

December 30, 2008 by B. C. · 1 Comment 

No girl wants to play second fiddle to sports. What can you do to prevent this from happening? Here are some tips on getting your boyfriend to give up watching the game from a guy’s point of view. Don’t worry, a companion female perspective piece will follow soon. Read more

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NURTURING KILLER INSTINCT

December 29, 2008 by Andy Socrates · 1 Comment 

Developing a killer instinct like Michael Jordan’s famed cutthroat mindset may be as simple as repetition and nurturing a fearless attitude. Read more

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STARTING AND RUNNING A BASKETBALL LEAGUE

December 18, 2008 by Andy Socrates · 4 Comments 

There are some people out there who adhere to the philosophy that that if they can’t find something they want, they either create it or provide others with the tools to create it. There is always a better way to do something. If they find themselves unhappy with their surroundings, they figure out a way to change it for their purpose. Read more

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THE YIN AND YANG OF BALL AND LIFE

December 16, 2008 by R.C. Cola · Leave a Comment 

Maintaining the edge in your game takes practice, devotion, and above all, time. Read more

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MACHIAVELLI AND BASKETBALL

December 15, 2008 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

In 1517, Niccolo Machiavelli wrote his famous dissertation on power, “The Prince.” Today, this book is seen as the classic study of power — its acquisition and expansion — and is often applied in life and business. Read more

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HOW TO APPLY THE ART OF WAR TO BASKETBALL AND SUCCEED

December 9, 2008 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

“The Art of War” by Sun Tzu is an age old treatise that has heavily influenced Chinese history and Japanese military thought; today this book’s influence has spread to modern day businesses and corporations. Not only can the book’s insight guide us through life machinations, but it can also serve as a compass on the basketball floor. Read more

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HOW NBA SUPERSTARS STAY MOTIVATED

December 9, 2008 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

Have you ever had those days when you woke up and didn’t want to go to work? We all have had days when we felt unmotivated to do anything, much less go to work. Now imagine getting up in the middle of an 82-game NBA season, legs weary, ribs bruised, and the pressure to win ever present. Read more

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“NBA PRO” WEIGHT TRAINING GUIDE

December 8, 2008 by Andy Socrates · Leave a Comment 

“If you’re trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I’ve had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don’t have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don’t turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.” -Michael Jordan Read more

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TOP 10 NBA COMMERCIALS

December 8, 2008 by B. C. · Leave a Comment 

There’s no question the NBA has provided some of the most entertaining and dramatic moments in all of sports. As a result, its global popularity has continued to rise year after year. However, the game itself is not the only thing driving the NBA marketing machine. Read more

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STARBURY NEEDS TO GO AWAY

December 8, 2008 by R.C. Cola · 1 Comment 

If there’s any justice in this world, “Starbury” won’t get another shot at the NBA. Stephon Marbury’s basketball career has been a case study in frustration and the kind of ego-centric and stubbornly immature mentality that can weigh down the greatest potential, talent and ability. His presence on a team has meant explosive scoring, and even a hint of greatness. But ultimately, Marbury’s true personality is poison for a team. His moniker even connotes the kind of mentality he embraces. Read more

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TOP 10 NBA DRAMA QUEENS

December 7, 2008 by R.C. Cola · Leave a Comment 

Stephon Marbury is just one in a list of NBA superstars that proved to be too much of a headache for their teams. Read more

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