Category: Culture of Hoops
This is Hardwood and Hollywood's section covering the culture of basketball, whether it be the NBA or amateur leagues, such as the NCAA, high school, and AAU circuit, we'll cover its top teams and players. We also focus on the culture off the court with fashion and kicks, in other words, the lifestyle.
Culture of Hoops
Who will backup DeMarcus Cousins?
Paul Kitagaki Jr./Sacbee DeMarcus Cousins' attitude needs to be revamped, but until then, it's inevitable that his hot-headed, ignorant passion will lead to foul trouble and possibly suspensions. When these problems arise during the season,...
Culture of Hoops
Is J.J. Redick the X-factor for the Los Angeles Clippers?
Coach Doc Rivers acquired quite an offensive weapon in J.J. Redick, giving the Los Angeles Clippers a bit more of an edge to go deep into the playoffs and maybe even flirt with a spot...
Culture of Hoops
Landry Fields: Under Pressure
When the 2012-13 NBA season began, it seemed as though Landry Fields would be the starting small forward for the Toronto Raptors, maybe for years to come. That all changed on January 30, 2013, when...
Culture of Hoops
Why the Orlando Magic will not tank
Contrary to popular belief, the Orlando Magic will not be looking to “tank” this upcoming season. The Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns are just a couple of the teams you can expect to be at...
Culture of Hoops
3 Reasons Why You Always Lose In Fantasy
2013-14 NBA SEASON PREVIEW CONTENT LIST Atlantic: Celtics | Nets | Knicks | 76ers | Raptors | Division Preview 1 and 2 Central: Bulls | Cavaliers | Pistons | Pacers | Bucks | Division Preview...
Culture of Hoops
NBA Fandom Games: Atlanta Hawks
Whereupon an NBA free-agent fan sets about selecting a team to root for during the 2013-14 NBA season. Danny Ferry, in his capacity as General Manager of the Atlanta Hawks, has been turning an incredible...
Culture of Hoops
NBA Fandom Games: Oklahoma City Thunder
Whereupon an NBA free-agent fan sets about selecting a team to root for during the 2013-14 NBA season. The end of today’s NBA Fandom Games elimination will mark the exact halfway point, 15 teams for...
Culture of Hoops
Can the Chicago Bulls once again be among the best?
On October 29, 2013, the NBA season shall begin with a much-anticipated matchup: the Miami Heat vs. the Chicago Bulls. It’s also the date of the return of Derrick Rose and the death of another...
Culture of Hoops
Los Angeles Lakers fill out their roster with Shawne Williams and Xavier Henry
First of all, excuse me while I lament the fact that Sasha Vujacic is officially off of the Los Angeles Lakers’ radar… Okay, now that that’s out of the way; last week the team signed...
Culture of Hoops
Thoughts on Dennis Rodman's North Korean journey
The world can breathe a sigh of relief now that Dennis Rodman has returned safely to U.S. soil. Here are a few takeaways from his second trip to The Democratic People's Republic of Korea. -...
