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.

Barclays Premier League Capsule: Gameweek 15
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Barclays Premier League Capsule: Gameweek 15

By Karzan SulaivanyDecember 09, 2014

Image courtesy of Ronnie Macdonald/Flickr . Five red cards, three goal-less draws, and a title race blown wide open. This and much more in this week's edition of the Barclays Premier League Capsule: Newcastle 2-1...

The Dets: Nike Kobe 9 EM 'Deep Garnet'
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The Dets: Nike Kobe 9 EM 'Deep Garnet'

By Sandy DoverDecember 09, 2014

The Dets at Baller Mind Frame: All visual details here, folks. Plenty to see here -- not much to read. Still, enjoy. Courtesy of Nike The Kobe 9 features a Metallic Gold Swoosh mark, Hyper...

Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan: When Destiny Meets Greatness
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Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan: When Destiny Meets Greatness

By Dennis VelascoDecember 09, 2014

Kobe Bryant is 63 points away from passing Michael Jordan on the NBA all-time points list, so the NBA created a video looking back at the duo. Check it below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7M1EEqY7eFc

BMF Style: adidas Originals SL Loop Runner Moc
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BMF Style: adidas Originals SL Loop Runner Moc

By Sandy DoverDecember 09, 2014

Courtesy of adidas The SL family legacy continues with the SL Loop Runner Moc, delivering a new sophisticated sport style look. This unique design brings together the comfort of a running shoe with the rugged...

Nik Stauskas Leads Sacramento Kings to Victory Over the Struggling Utah Jazz
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Nik Stauskas Leads Sacramento Kings to Victory Over the Struggling Utah Jazz

By Nirvan SorooshianDecember 09, 2014

Image courtesy of Baller Mind Frame . For every bit as poor as the Sacramento Kings' offense was, the Utah Jazz's offense was equally poor. No matter how many rotations the Kings blew or shooters...

BMF Style:  adidas Consortium Superstar 'Made in France'
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BMF Style: adidas Consortium Superstar 'Made in France'

By Sandy DoverDecember 09, 2014

Courtesy of adidas From its humble beginnings on the basketball courts to becoming a regular fixture in popular culture time and time again, the Superstar has truly become royalty in sneaker culture. Since its introduction...

John Wall Breaks Down During Postgame Interview
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John Wall Breaks Down During Postgame Interview

By Dennis VelascoDecember 09, 2014

John Wall, the Washington Wizards dynamic point guard, broke down after a double-OT 133-132 win over the Boston Celtics where he scored 26 points and dropped 17 dimes. This performance comes after Wall found out...

BMF Training: Nike Lunar TR1 'Richard Sherman'
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BMF Training: Nike Lunar TR1 'Richard Sherman'

By Sandy DoverDecember 08, 2014

Courtesy of Nike The Seattle Seahawks star’s game-day attitude is the inspiration behind the latest version of the innovative Nike Lunar TR1. The all-reflective upper shines in the Seahawks’ signature colors—Action Green and Navy—along with...

The Dets: Air Jordan 13 Retro 'Black/Gym Red'
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The Dets: Air Jordan 13 Retro 'Black/Gym Red'

By Sandy DoverDecember 08, 2014

The Dets at Baller Mind Frame: All visual details here, folks. Plenty to see here -- not much to read. Still, enjoy. Courtesy of Nike Based on an early sample that only keen-eyed Jordan aficianados...

The Dets: Jordan Spizike 'Wolf Grey'
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The Dets: Jordan Spizike 'Wolf Grey'

By Sandy DoverDecember 08, 2014

The Dets at Baller Mind Frame: All visual details here, folks. Plenty to see here -- not much to read. Still, enjoy. Courtesy of Nike The Jordan Spizike combines the iconic elements of the Jordan...