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Today's National Basketball Association commands millions of spectators worldwide, and its many franchises are worth hundreds of millions of dollars. But the league wasn't always so successful or glamorous: in the 1940s and 1950s, the NBA and its predecessor, the Basketball Association of America, were scrambling to attract fans. Teams frequently played in dingy gymnasiums, players traveled as best they could, and their paychecks could bounce higher than a basketball.

In June 2007, the FBI informed the NBA that one of its referees, Tim Donaghy, was the subject of a probe into illegal gambling. Within months, the public knew the broad outlines of a scheme involving Donaghy betting on games he officiated with a coconspirator, longtime Donaghy acquaintance and professional gambler Jimmy "Baba" Battista. They were joined in the scandal by a mutual childhood friend, Tommy Martino. By November 2008, each man had pleaded guilty to charges relating to the conspiracy and was in federal prison.  

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The Los Angeles Lakers and Boston Celtics share one of the most intense and storied rivalries in sports history. From Bill Russell vs. Jerry West to Magic Johnson vs. Larry Bird and Kobe Bryant vs. Paul Pierce, this rivalry has defined eras of the NBA. With 17 championships each, the battle for basketball supremacy continues. Explore the history, legendary matchups, and impact of the greatest rivalry in the NBA.

Four-time NBA champion, Golden State Warrior Draymond Green is back on the mic! On the Draymond Green Show you’ll get raw reactions, in-depth game analysis, behind-the-scenes stories, and cultural opinions from one of basketball’s most outspoken voices. You’ll also hear candid conversations with teammates, rivals, and culture-shapers across sports, entertainment, and business. No topic is off limits. Whether you love him or love to hate him, you’re getting the truth — not the takes. New episodes twice a week. Listen wherever you get your podcasts.

Learn the inspiring story of the Toronto Raptors' star shooting guard, DeMar DeRozan! DeMar DeRozan has quickly emerged as one of the premier scorers in the NBA, with a ruthless ability to score that reminds many of none other than a combination of Vince Carter and Tracy McGrady. In this unauthorized biography, we'll explore DeMar's incredible life story and impact on the game of basketball.

Expanded and updated with a new epilogue, Madeleine Blais’ book tells the story of a season in the life of the Amherst Lady Hurricanes, a girls’ high school basketball team from the Western Massachusetts college town. The Hurricanes were a talented team with a near-perfect record, but for five straight years, when it came to the crunch of the playoffs, they somehow lacked the desire to go all the way. Now, led by senior guards Jen Pariseau, a three-point specialist, and Jamila Wideman, an All-American phenom, this was the year to prove themselves.

Comedian Sarah Tiana joins Dave Dameshek and guests from the Extra Points family and beyond to discuss sports and entertainment items as well other nonsense almost guaranteed to annoy people.

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This is for the high schooler, the collegiate player and all the way up to the professionals. This is for the basketball lovers! Updates, news and anything basketball. It's always been more than just a game. My WHY:- To connect with the basketball community & build lasting relationships- Help younger athletes learn from more experienced athletes - A platform for players to express who they are and their story- A platform for players to relate with other athletes - A platform to incorporate life skills and lessons - Because I LOVE the game of basketball - Basketball is more than just a ...

In this podcast we cover sports news including the NBA and NFL. Join us to hear our takes on the latest sports news and debates on teams and players.

During the 1980s, Black athletes and other athletes of color broadened the popularity and profitability of major college televised sports by infusing games with a "Black style" of play. At a moment ripe for a revolution in men's college basketball and football, clashes between "good guy" white protagonists and bombastic "bad boy" Black antagonists attracted new fans and spectators. And no two teams in the 1980s welcomed the enemy's role more than Georgetown Hoya basketball and Miami Hurricane football. The Hoyas and the 'Canes made the bad-boy image look good. Pop culture took notice.

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Download and listen to spicy sports takes by one of the few Latina sports personalities in the USA. Commentating on all aspects of sports from football to boxing, Carolina Teague brings unique and thought provoking sports takes. Growing up in the south side of Chicago Carolina became a passionate sports fan by watching every Chicago Bulls game during their 90’s championship run. As the years passed her love for sports commenting and sports debates excited her so much she entered the ROCK THE MIC CONTEST. After slaying more than 150 people, Carolina became the first woman to win the ROCK ...

"With Every Shot Counts, I hope that you’ll be as inspired by Carlos' journey as I’ve been."—Shaquille O’Neal From NBA All-Star and ESPN commentator Carlos Boozer, a gripping, intimate and inspiring memoir about overcoming trauma, achieving your dreams and staying true to who you are in...

Small town. Undersized. Not enough talent. John Willkom heard it all as a young basketball player growing up in rural Wisconsin. Despite the odds, John dedicated his life to the game, an arduous journey that challenged the very core of even the most disciplined. As John's hard work lands him amongst basketball's elite, it is the workouts, the people, and the behind-the-scenes interactions that not only change his skill set but how he lives his life. Both heartfelt and funny, Walk-On Warrior takes you into the mind of an athlete from John's perspective.

A young man's journey through the Philippines' most unlikely obsession: Basketball. In Pacific Rims, Rafe Bartholemew, journalist, New Yorker, and veteran baller, ventures through the Philippines to investigate the country's love of basketball. From street corners where diehards fashion hoops out of old car parts to the professional league where politicians exploit team loyalties to win elections, Pacific Rims gets the story - and gets in the game.

Welcome to “The Dew Zone with Druski”, a Blue Wire podcast sponsored by MTN DEW®. We are taking basketball culture to a new level by talking to hoopers and celebrity fans about their journeys to the top and passions off the court. New episodes will be released weekly throughout the Playoffs!

News and analysis of Crimson Tide sports from the Bama247 staff Mike Rodak, Alex Scarborough and Brett Greenberg.

7PM in Brooklyn is where hoops, culture, and conversation meet. Carmelo Anthony sits with a rotating all star crew of The Kid Mero, Rudy Gay, Monica McNutt, and Kazeem Famuyide to tap into the game, the culture, and the stories that shape both. 7PM isn’t a time, it's a destination where icons pull up, from Stephen A Smith and Kevin Hart to Katt Williams, Dwyane Wade, Method Man and more. New episodes drop every Monday. A Wave Original. Executive produced by Creative 7.