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.

Warriors Propelled by Stephen Curry in Game 6
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Warriors Propelled by Stephen Curry in Game 6

By Tyler BirssMay 16, 2015

Screen capture courtesy of the NBA/YouTube . The Golden State Warriors have advanced to the Western Conference finals for the first time since 1976. After defeating the Memphis Grizzlies by a 108-95 final on the...

Britain's Tottenham Hotspur, Facebook debut Under Armour home kits
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Britain's Tottenham Hotspur, Facebook debut Under Armour home kits

By Sandy DoverMay 15, 2015

It's hard not to be excited about a new uniform set, and the drama is always ratcheted up a notch when the set belongs to one of the most popular teams in sport. The Tottenham...

Jordan Brand gets 'Hare'-y with Air Jordan 7 Retro
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Jordan Brand gets 'Hare'-y with Air Jordan 7 Retro

By Sandy DoverMay 15, 2015

The Air Jordan 7 Retro 'Hare' has Bugs Bunny's name written all over it, when it comes to the inspiration. It's hard to see it and be able to appreciate its design, history, and standing...

It's Just 'Me, Myself, and I': Nike Dunk Low Premium SB 'De La Soul'
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It's Just 'Me, Myself, and I': Nike Dunk Low Premium SB 'De La Soul'

By Piera MonteneroMay 15, 2015

Remember the Nike Dunk SB De La Soul? It dropped in 2005 and was a homage to the legendary rap crew of the same name. That pair of Nike Dunk SBs is for many a...

The Greatest NBA Playoffs Shots of the 2000s: Part I
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The Greatest NBA Playoffs Shots of the 2000s: Part I

By Sonny GiulianoMay 15, 2015

Screen capture courtesy of NBA/YouTube. Last Friday in my NBA Playoffs Stock Watch column (which will be making it's return next Friday), I mentioned the idea of possibly running a column on the Greatest Playoff...

Clippers vs. Rockets Game 6: Saboteurs in Six
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Clippers vs. Rockets Game 6: Saboteurs in Six

By Hector DiazMay 15, 2015

Screen capture courtesy the NBA/YouTube. The Los Angeles Clippers yet again had another opportunity to close the series against the Houston Rockets. This time, they were at home, which assumedly gave them the advantage. Nevertheless,...

Dellavedova Leads Cavs to East Finals in Game 6 Win
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Dellavedova Leads Cavs to East Finals in Game 6 Win

By Mike DinellaMay 15, 2015

Screen capture courtesy of NBA/YouTube . LeBron James has an immaculate record in potential Game 6 series clinchers for his team. If Game 5 was a preview of what James has in store for the...

With the FILA Stack 2, dopeness is variably sized
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With the FILA Stack 2, dopeness is variably sized

By Piera MonteneroMay 14, 2015

Originally the FILA Stackhouse 2, the official FILA Stack 2 is a shoe that could look either dope or awful depending on your foot size. If your feet are around size 6, they will look...

Live From The Couch: Kanye and Scottie
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Live From The Couch: Kanye and Scottie

By Brandon AllenMay 14, 2015

Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . BMF Contributor, Brandon Allen Harrison, brings you the most unabashedly biased basketball talk live from the couch in Los Angeles, California. 01:56: The Clippers are Boats: Team Name Origins...

BMF Debut: Under Armour SpeedForm FG
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BMF Debut: Under Armour SpeedForm FG

By Sandy DoverMay 14, 2015

In Under Armour, innovation is the mark of the company. Without it, Under Armour might not be much of anything, which is why it's not surprise that their latest product in footwear is an evolved...