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In 2012, Derrick Rose was on top of the world. After growing up in Chicago's Englewood neighborhood, Rose achieved an improbable childhood dream: being selected first overall in the NBA draft by his hometown Chicago Bulls. The point guard was a phenom, winning the Rookie of the Year award and electrifying fans around the world. In 2011, he became the youngest MVP in league history. Rarely had a bond between a player and fans been so strong, as the city wrapped its arms around the homegrown hero.

Locked On Pacers podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Indiana Pacers and the NBA. Host Tony East, a Pacer reporter for Forbes, provides your daily Pacers fix with expert, local analysis, and coverage of all aspects of the Pacers franchise. Locked On Pacers takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Pacers locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Pacers podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

Basketball is one of the most famous sports around the world. This sport is a great source of excitement and thrill to all basketball lovers as every season they have the chance to see their favorite basketball player. In the history of basketball, there are a number of players that contributed a lot to the sport. Their fame might just be fleeting, but once they retire from the game, their legacy will always be in the heart of their fans and many basketball lovers.

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Rap Year Book and Basketball (and Other Things), a clever and inventive examination of some of basketball's most iconic players, moments, games, and more. Everything in basketball is measured. Everything in basketball is counted, and...

For generations, basketball has united people through the players' unwavering determination and the thrilling moments that define this sport. However, there exists a realm of untold stories and experiences beyond the scores displayed on the scoreboard and the excitement of winning or losing that have greatly influenced the sport and the individuals who participate in it. These tales are the pieces to the whole puzzle of what makes basketball one of the greatest sports there are today.

A fast, gritty, durable player who could read a basketball floor as well as anyone who ever played the game, John Stockton left the NBA after 19 seasons with the Utah Jazz, holding a massive assist record, including the career mark (15,806). He also twice led the league in steals - with a career total of 3,265 - and retired as the NBA's all-time leader. And during Stockton's career, the Jazz never missed the playoffs.

As a young man, Earvin "Magic" Johnson admired his father and other small-town entrepreneurs who created jobs and served as leaders in his Midwestern community. He worked for them, watched them, and his interest in building communities through economic development grew even while his basketball career flourished. His fame as an NBA star gave him access to some of the most successful business leaders in the country.

To honor a husband, father, former NBA player, we decided to call on a few friends to have them give their thoughts of the person Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant. Artwork by skitterphoto, designed See The Fruits, Inc.

We live in a culture that has forgotten the need for encouragement. Who doesn't need some direction, guidance, and encouragement in their life?Each Wednesday, join Justin Fatica as he interviews experts in encouragement - from all walks of life! Mentors and leaders in athletics, business, parenting, and more share how they give and receive encouragement.Anyone can become the most encouraging person on the planet!

NBA History is your go-to podcast for deep dives into the greatest moments, legendary players, and unforgettable eras of the NBA. Whether it’s the dominance of the ‘90s Bulls, the Showtime Lakers, or the rise of modern superstars, we break it all down with expert analysis, fun debates, and insider stories. If you love basketball and its rich history, this is the show for you!

Bill Russell has been hailed as the greatest team player of the 20th century. As a five-time NBA Most Valuable Player, he is one of the most important basketball players ever, and with 11 championships as player and coach of the Boston Celtics, he is one of basketball's greatest winners. Russell Rules offers inspiring lessons on commitment, personal integrity, team ego, and craftsmanship that are as relevant to the entrepreneur or parent as they are to the athlete.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A deeply affecting coming-of-age memoir about family, love, loss, basketball—and life itself—by the beloved author of The Prince of Tides and The Great Santini During one unforgettable season as a Citadel cadet, Pat Conroy becomes part of a basketball team...

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.

EuroLeague & Friends is your weekly podcast hosted by a roster of women contributors from across EuroLeague territories. Join us as we dive into different perspectives on each week's thrilling EuroLeague games and engage in an exciting debate to determine the MVP of the Month. Our panel of basketball enthusiasts and experts break down key moments, standout performances, and game-changing strategies.

In this vivid and lively account, Thomas J. Whalen chronicles Russell's memorable last season and the Celtics' dazzling triumph. Set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1960s and Boston's own turbulent and bitter struggles with race, he tells the fascinating story of how an improbable championship team overcame poor health, indifferent fans, disruptive personnel changes, and internal morale problems. Whalen recounts how Russell transformed the game of basketball during his remarkable career and revisits the outspoken superstar's conflicted relationship with Boston.

A thought-provoking exploration of how basketball—and the values rooted in the game—can solve today’s most pressing issues, from the professor behind the popular New York University course NBA and WNBA superstars, Hall of Fame players, coaches, and leading cultural figures have all dropped...

Play It Again II, with the voice of the Blue Devils Bob Harris and color commentator Mike Waters, features radio highlights from Duke University's 1992 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship run that saw the team defeat Campbell, Iowa, Seton Hall, and edge Kentucky in what is widely considered one of the greatest college basketball games ever played, before beating Indiana and the University of Michigan's Fab Five in the title game.

A podcast focused on a variety of topics such as sports primarily, but also gym, life, philosophy, etc.Hope you enjoy!!

Discover the extraordinary journey of Victor Wembanyama, from a quiet suburb outside Paris to the pinnacle of professional basketball. This podcast delivers a comprehensive, deeply researched biography of the seven-foot-four-inch phenom who took the basketball world by storm, along with regular updates covering the latest news, milestones, and developments in his evolving career. Hosted by AI narrator Tye Morgan, each episode combines compelling storytelling with accurate, well-sourced reporting to bring you the full picture of one of the most unique athletes the sport has ever seen. Follow ...

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A SELECTION ON BARACK OBAMA’S SUMMER READING LIST The definitive history of the 1990s New York Knicks, illustrating how Pat Riley, Patrick Ewing, John Starks, Charles Oakley, and Anthony Mason resurrected the iconic franchise through oppressive physicality and...