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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is still angry at Michael Olowokandi
Twelve-and-a-half years ago, the Los Angeles Clippers hired Hall of Fame center Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to aid in their development of then-rookie Michael Olowokandi. ‘Kandi had gone from relative unknown to the top pick in the 1998 draft in just a few months, but because the NBA locked out its players right after that draft he lost crucial development time and fell out of shape…
On Kareem’s Shoulders of TRUE Basketball Comparative Perspective
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar just wrote “How Soon They Forget: An Open Letter to Scottie Pippen“. I HIGHLY recommend that you check it out. An additional “Must Read/Have” is Kareem’s “On The Shoulders of Giants…“.
As a fellow Old Fart, I totally get Kareem’s perspective. In today’s “Who did whatever TODAY is the greatest ever” electronic…
bettor.com: A peek into the history of Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers have had a long history and glorious one too that is flooded with accomplishments. They managed to grab numerous royals, not only for the team itself but also for the supporters, coaches and promoters, who have been part of the team that is renowned for its victories in the world of basketball. The history comprises of a long list of successes. Let’s have a look at the world’s most famous basketball league and their triumphs so far.
TSTOS: Michael Jordan, Know Your Role and Shut Your Mouth!
Shut the hell up, Michael Jordan. Nobody should be listening to you. You were an amazing basketball player — probably the best ever — but you are showcasing your arrogance and selfishness. We all know that about you by now. So nobody should care that you said you would never have called Larry Bird and [...]
The Top 5 Centers Of All-Time According To A Group NBA Legends
During the Hall of Fame induction festivities last weekend, Kenny Smith of TNT decided to “stir the pot”, as he called it and ask some NBA legends who they thought were the top 5 centers of all time. Before you ask, no I don’t know who the legends were that he asked. No, I don’t [...]
Digging Through Slam’s Top 50 NBA Players
No Guts reader Keezy W send us his beefs with Slam’s new top 50 list.
Slam Magazine has released their new list of the top 50 Greatest NBA players of all time. The first list was made in 1997 and revised for the first time in 2003 and extended to 75 players. In 2009 it’s back to 50 and while it’s not a bad list, I have a few issue with this list.
3. Bill Russell and 4. Shaquille O’Neal…They may have championships and MVP awards but neither one of these guys deserves to be ranked this high. Kareem was better and more skilled than both of them. Shaq isn’t even the 2nd or 3rd best center of all time, so how can he be the 4th best player?
