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.

BMF Style: Nike Air Force 1 Mid x Brush “Aqua Geometric Camouflage”
Culture of Hoops

BMF Style: Nike Air Force 1 Mid x Brush “Aqua Geometric Camouflage”

By Sandy DoverMarch 31, 2015

It's not often that you find the Nike Air Force 1 Mid positioned as a featured footwear product, but Brush by Ben Smith seems not to care about its low-profile standing; in fact, its past...

BMF Style: PUMA Basket x BRUSH x Rockie Fresh
Culture of Hoops

BMF Style: PUMA Basket x BRUSH x Rockie Fresh

By Sandy DoverMarch 31, 2015

Brush has long been featured here at Baller Mind Frame and the artwork by founding artist Ben Smith is always impressive. In this display, debuted is the PUMA Basket x Brush x Rockie Fresh, customized...

R.J. Hunter Declares For NBA Draft
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R.J. Hunter Declares For NBA Draft

By MehkavelliMarch 31, 2015

Georgia State forward and March Madness darling R.J. Hunter has decided to take his talents to the NBA. With his junior season now in the rear view mirror, Hunter decided to add his name into...

The Oklahoma City Thunder: A Sports Tragedy
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The Oklahoma City Thunder: A Sports Tragedy

By Aaron LantonMarch 31, 2015

Image courtesy of Erik Daniel Drost/Flickr . The last four seasons for the Oklahoma City Thunder have become the movie pitch for a sports tragedy. Every small step forward in the present is three steps...

Andrew Wiggins Delivers a Monster Jam over Rudy Gobert  (Video)
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Andrew Wiggins Delivers a Monster Jam over Rudy Gobert (Video)

By MehkavelliMarch 31, 2015

With every game, Minnesota Timberwolves' star Andrew Wiggins looks more and more like a rising star. The leading candidate for NBA Rookie of the Year award has led the lowly Minnesota Timberwolves in scoring and...

BMF Hoops: Reebok Classic Question Mid 'Michigan State'
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BMF Hoops: Reebok Classic Question Mid 'Michigan State'

By Sandy DoverMarch 30, 2015

Before its current relationship with the Swoosh, the Michigan State University Spartans were known for their alignment with Reebok. Now, with the Spartans back in the Final Four, Reebok is celebrating the past with its...

Kendrick Lamar Performs Mobile L.A. Concert in Reebok ZPump
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Kendrick Lamar Performs Mobile L.A. Concert in Reebok ZPump

By Sandy DoverMarch 30, 2015

What can you say? Is there a partnership that feels more natural and well-put than Kendrick Lamar and Reebok ? It's hard to name one that fits this well. See all the fuss he created...

adidas Debuts the 2015 McDonald's All American Game Uniforms
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adidas Debuts the 2015 McDonald's All American Game Uniforms

By Sandy DoverMarch 30, 2015

The McDonald's All American Game has one of the most treasured high school basketball games for over 30 years. Seeing the future stars of college and pro players has always had its national genesis in...

Damian Lillard Surprises PDX fans with adidas D Lillard 1 Florist City Kicks
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Damian Lillard Surprises PDX fans with adidas D Lillard 1 Florist City Kicks

By Sandy DoverMarch 30, 2015

It's probably a bit belated and contrived to call the adidas D Lillard 1 Florist City a "Red October", but these certainly fit the bill. See Damian Lillard 's latest shoe, courtesy of our friends...

BMF Hoops: Under Armour Curry One 'Underdog'
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BMF Hoops: Under Armour Curry One 'Underdog'

By Sandy DoverMarch 30, 2015

Many people know Stephen Curry now, which is quite an understatement considering his star power, but relatively few knew him as a college player playing for Davidson College. Undersized and very unknown, he gained popularity...