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.

French Montana & DJ Drama #BreakYourSelfie at #ReebokLounge
Culture of Hoops

French Montana & DJ Drama #BreakYourSelfie at #ReebokLounge

By Sandy DoverFebruary 13, 2015

Reebok loves training and high-profile rappers! See French Montana and DJ Drama, prominently featured, get their training in at West Hollywood's Reebok Lounge. If you're ever in Los Angeles and are into CrossFit, be sure...

BMF Style: Freeman Plat Quarter Jogger
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BMF Style: Freeman Plat Quarter Jogger

By Sandy DoverFebruary 13, 2015

Behold, a new kind of lifestyle shoe with inspiration from old-world footwear fused to new-world comfort -- the Freeman Plat Quarter Jogger. See more below, courtesy of Freeman Plat. This message is being delivered on...

BMF Style: The CoDe Collection
Culture of Hoops

BMF Style: The CoDe Collection

By Sandy DoverFebruary 13, 2015

It's amazing that in 50 years of the graphic tee being a 'thing' in pop culture, it still continues to be a viable method to get the attention of the masses for just about any...

Stephen Curry, Jamie Foxx Headline Under Armour Campaign
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Stephen Curry, Jamie Foxx Headline Under Armour Campaign

By Aaron LantonFebruary 13, 2015

"Everything about Under Armour is about the underdog. I think every athlete feels that too. Who wants to wake up and go exercise? Nobody. But you want the results. So having and finding the will...

Carmelo Anthony Likely Done for the Season
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Carmelo Anthony Likely Done for the Season

By MehkavelliFebruary 13, 2015

Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . At 10-43, the New York Knicks' season is just about over. Carmelo Anthony 's recent announcement might solidly what many already thought. The star forward has been dealing with...

What George Karl Will Need to Fix as Head Coach of Sacramento Kings
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What George Karl Will Need to Fix as Head Coach of Sacramento Kings

By Nirvan SorooshianFebruary 13, 2015

Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . Tyrone Corbin ’s tenure as the Sacramento Kings’ head coach was short lived, plagued by uncertainties that originated in the team’s ownership and trickled down to him. Any claims...

Thank God It's Flashback Friday: 1993 NBA All-Star Game
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Thank God It's Flashback Friday: 1993 NBA All-Star Game

By Sonny GiulianoFebruary 13, 2015

Image courtesy of the NBA . Well folks, as you likely know it’s NBA All-Star Weekend, the league’s annual celebration of its best players/a brief intermission in the season. Even though it’s flawed in just...

adidas High-Impact Bra Promising For Female Athletes
Culture of Hoops

adidas High-Impact Bra Promising For Female Athletes

By Piera MonteneroFebruary 13, 2015

I've been active in sports since I was 13. I've played basketball for 10 years and fitness-train now. Even though these type of sports aren't very much comparable, they can be very intensive. Whether I...

Jaromir Jagr on the Trade Block?
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Jaromir Jagr on the Trade Block?

By John AndersonFebruary 12, 2015

Image courtesy of Matt Boulton/Flickr. With the New Jersey Devils so far out of a playoffs they couldn't get cell reception that would allow them to find a playoff spot on a smartphone, the team...

Dr Seuss' Bold NFL Predictions
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Dr Seuss' Bold NFL Predictions

By John AndersonFebruary 12, 2015

Image courtesy of Matt McGee/Flickr . The Super Bowl is over, wasn’t it grand? The New England Patriots are best in the land. With an offseason full of scandal and fright, I hope my predictions...