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 Debut: adidas J Wall 1 NYC All-Star
Culture of Hoops

BMF Debut: adidas J Wall 1 NYC All-Star

By Sandy DoverJanuary 23, 2015

adidas unveiled the J Wall 1 NYC All-Star edition shoe for Washington Wizards point guard John Wall to wear during his second consecutive NBA All-Star Game appearance and first-ever starting nod. The versatile point guard’s...

The Dets: Jordan Dub Zero 'Wolf Grey'
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The Dets: Jordan Dub Zero 'Wolf Grey'

By Sandy DoverJanuary 23, 2015

The Dets at Baller Mind Frame: All visual details here, folks. Plenty to see here -- not much to read. Still, enjoy. The Jordan Dub Zero makes a return for the 30th anniversary of the...

The Dets: Air Jordan 7 Retro 'French Blue' Remastered
Culture of Hoops

The Dets: Air Jordan 7 Retro 'French Blue' Remastered

By Sandy DoverJanuary 23, 2015

The Dets at Baller Mind Frame: All visual details here, folks. Plenty to see here -- not much to read. Still, enjoy. The beloved ‘French Blue’ Air Jordan 7 Retro returns newly remastered. The premium...

Thank God It's Flashback Friday: Boston Celtics at Los Angeles Lakers
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Thank God It's Flashback Friday: Boston Celtics at Los Angeles Lakers

By Sonny GiulianoJanuary 23, 2015

1963 NBA Finals. The last two weeks for Thank God It’s Flashback Friday I’ve went back in time to 2002 to take a look at two classic Conference Finals games. Those two games just so...

LeBron James Challenged to Do Slam Dunk Contest
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LeBron James Challenged to Do Slam Dunk Contest

By Dennis VelascoJanuary 23, 2015

The good people at Challeng.org have put LeBron James to task! For years now, many NBA fans have been craving for The King to participate in the Sprite Slam Dunk competition, an NBA All-Star event...

Tom Brady Just Talking About Balls
Culture of Hoops

Tom Brady Just Talking About Balls

By Dennis VelascoJanuary 23, 2015

I would think that if you're an NFL fan, at the very least, you'd know all about the New England Patriots, who will face the Seattle Seahawks in next week's Super Bowl, allegedly deflating the...

The New England Patriots and the Deflation Allegations
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The New England Patriots and the Deflation Allegations

By John AndersonJanuary 23, 2015

Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . It has been widely reported that during the AFC Championship game between the New England Patriots and the Indianapolis Colts that 11 of the 12 game balls were deflated....

Toronto Raptors: The Time To Trade Terrence Ross is Now
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Toronto Raptors: The Time To Trade Terrence Ross is Now

By Ted BettsJanuary 22, 2015

Image courtesy of Matthew Addie/Flickr . With no guaranteed money tied up in Terrence Ross next season, this may be the perfect time for the Raptors to capitalize on his trade value. Drafted by the...

BMF Debut: adidas Ultra BOOST
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BMF Debut: adidas Ultra BOOST

By Sandy DoverJanuary 22, 2015

adidas has created a masterpiece platform in the BOOST technology. In just two years, adidas BOOST has spread across all categories in adidas' major sports sectors of footwear, and now The Brand With The Three...

Re-Watch Kobe Bryant Drop 81 on the Raptors
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Re-Watch Kobe Bryant Drop 81 on the Raptors

By Frankie BucketsJanuary 22, 2015

Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . Almost eight years ago to the day, Kobe Bryant delivered one of the most insane single-game performances ever witnessed in the history of the NBA. It only took 41...