Archive for January, 2013

Nick Van Exel’s son faces up to life in prison

January 30, 2013 12:01 pm
Nick Van Exel’s son faces up to life in prison

The 22-year-old son of former NBA player Nick Van Exel is on trial for capital murder in the shooting death of a longtime friend.

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Former NBA players to take the court during All-Star weekend

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Former NBA players to take the court during All-Star weekend

Former NBA players, including former All-Stars will play on Feb. 16, during the All-Star NBA weekend in Houston.

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NBA PM: Iverson should take D-League job if he wants back

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NBA PM: Iverson should take D-League job if he wants back

Allen Iverson has been trying to return to the NBA for several years, but he’s not willing to play in the NBA’s Development League to revive his career. The 37-year-old recently turned down an offer from the Texas Legends, the [...]

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: “There’s more to young people’s lives than sports and entertainment”

January 29, 2013 12:34 pm
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: “There’s more to young people’s lives than sports and entertainment”

Legendary NBA player Kareem Abdul-Jabbar recalls how difficult it was for him to adjust to the fact that he was no longer playing basketball…

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What is Kevin Willis doing these days?

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What is Kevin Willis doing these days?

Retirement terrifies sports stars. The end of a glittering career can feel like falling off a cliff to an athlete who thrives on fame and fortune. And the longer the career, the harder the end game seems to be.

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Former NBA Champ Rick Fox excited about promoting The Bahamas – PHOTOS

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Former NBA Champ Rick Fox excited about promoting The Bahamas – PHOTOS

Bahamian actor, producer and retired NBA star, Rick Fox took up the mantle and joined team Bahamas at the American Lodging & Investment Summit (ALIS), held in Los Angeles.

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UCLA to retire Reggie Miller’s jersey

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UCLA to retire Reggie Miller’s jersey

Reggie Miller, one of the greatest scorers in the history of basketball, will have his Bruin jersey retired.

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Who is Brian Scalabrine, and why is he famous? (VIDEO)

January 28, 2013 10:49 pm
Who is Brian Scalabrine, and why is he famous? (VIDEO)

Who is Brian Scalabrine, and why is he famous? Here’s a nice video tribute to Scalabrine to tell you why…

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Wife of murdered former NBA player goes on $1 million spending spree

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Wife of murdered former NBA player goes on $1 million spending spree

Sherra Wright is the wife of former NBA player Lorenzen Wright who was murdered in 2010. To date, the case has not been resolved.

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Yao Ming: Basketball is still a part of my life, just in a different way

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Yao Ming: Basketball is still a part of my life, just in a different way

Retired NBA player, 7-6 Yao Ming says basketball is still a part of his life, just in a different way…

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4-time NBA champion gives life lessons to students of Volunteer State Community College

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4-time NBA champion gives life lessons to students of Volunteer State Community College

Make every 24 hours count – that’s a life lesson that one student took from former NBA basketball player John Salley, who spoke at Volunteer State Community College’s Unity Day on Wednesday, Jan. 23.

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Ex-NBA forward Etan Thomas talks responsible fatherhood in Chicago

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Ex-NBA forward Etan Thomas talks responsible fatherhood in Chicago

Former NBA player Etan Thomas has been touring the U.S. talking about the importance of being a responsible parent.

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Ex-NBA guard Anthony Johnson picked for Hall of Fame

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Ex-NBA guard Anthony Johnson picked for Hall of Fame

Ex-NBA guard Anthony Johnson has been picked for Hall of Fame…

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Ex-NBA shot blocker Elmore Smith: I’ve been making barbecue sauce since I was 16

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Ex-NBA shot blocker Elmore Smith: I’ve been making barbecue sauce since I was 16

To most, he is known as “Elmore the Rejector” — the big man who holds the NBA record with 17 blocked shots in a game. However, Smith is also an expert on making…sauce!

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‘Hot Rod’ Hundley to serve as guest author at Book Faire and Chocolate Festival

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‘Hot Rod’ Hundley to serve as guest author at Book Faire and Chocolate Festival

Basketball icon Jerry West is a tough act to follow, but the Book Faire and Chocolate Festival has scored another West Virginia and NBA star for this year’s event – “Hot Rod” Hundley.

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Players with NBA ties lead Salt Lake Community College to 13-game win streak

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Players with NBA ties lead Salt Lake Community College to 13-game win streak

The Salt Lake Community College Men’s Basketball team has won 13 consecutive games due to high quality play from a trio of players who are related to NBA royalty.

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