2 months ago

Nike’s First Black Mamba Pitch Was Built for Michael Jordan, Not Kobe Bryant

In 2002, Nike staff studied Tech Flex, a black, braided sleeving meant to replace laces. Marketer Gentry Humphrey thought it “looks like a snake,” searched for “the most bada** black snake,” and landed on “black mamba.” He built a deck, and the campaign was presented to Jordan for AJ19s, who allowed the initial launch, but wasn’t thrilled about snakes.

By Raahib Singh

2 months ago

Dejounte Murray Admits Pelicans Aren’t a Contender, Ready to Go All-In on Play-In Push

In an X post, Murray stated that although it's obvious the Pelicans aren't championship contenders, they can still do their best to win and build momentum. "Can we treat every game like a championship game and win win win? Yes," Murray said. He added that the Pelicans can build winning habits and a positive culture as a team.

By Pranay Mukherjee

2 months ago

Iman Shumpert Not Surprised Kyrie Irving Left Cavaliers, Says He Wanted “To Beat LeBron”

Shumpert said that Kyrie is a Kobe Bryant type of guy and wanted to beat LeBron. "Kyrie is like, 'the only way I can be crowned the best is to beat the best,'" Shumpert said. He added that Irving wanted to go head-to-head with LeBron. Shumpert highlighted that Irving might have felt a certain way about LeBron's return to Cleveland.

By Pranay Mukherjee

2 months ago

Kawhi Leonard Questionable for Clippers vs. Timberwolves

Leonard has been listed as questionable for the Clippers' game vs. Timberwolves on Thursday night. However, Law Murray noted that Kawhi "was at practice so it would be a surprise if he doesn't play." Murray added that Kawhi has a 4-game cushion to remain eligible for NBA awards this season. Leonard is averaging a career-high 28ppg for 2025-26.

By Pranay Mukherjee

2 months ago

Ime Udoka Vehemently States NBA Coaches Hate Wearing Suits

Pat Riley said he wanted NBA coaches to start wearing suits on the sidelines again. They haven't done so since the NBA Bubble in 2020. Udoka, upon asked if he wants to wear suits instead if a track suit, said, "No, thank you." Ime claims about 87% of coaches voted against suits before the start of the season.

By Samir Mehdi

2 months ago

Victor Wembanyama Tips in RJ Barret’s Shot as Block Attempt Goes Wrong

Early in the second quarter, Barrett got the ball at the top of the key and drove in, attempting a floater. Wembanyama rose up for what seemed like a guaranteed block, however, his fingers just grazed ball, tipping it into his own basket. One announcer said that Wemby "softened it up" and another said he "should have let it go."

By Pranay Mukherjee

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