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.
Culture of Hoops
Ched Evans: A Return To Soccer or a March Into Exile?
Image courtesy of Jon Candy/Flickr . The controversial side of professional sports has been focused on the National Football League recently. From Baltimore Ravens Ray Rice being caught on camera beating his wife into unconsciousness...
Culture of Hoops
BMF Debut: Nike KYRIE 1
It's no secret that Cleveland Cavs point guard supreme Kyrie Irving has been an endorser of Nike since becoming a pro in 2011, but up until now, he's worn pseudo-signature sneakers -- shoes in colorways...
Culture of Hoops
BMF Debut: Shaq Attaq IV Wrapping Paper by Reebok Classic
Courtesy of Reebok The Shaq Attaq IV continues to push the envelope with a limited edition colorway inspired by the holiday season. Reebok Classic incorporates the perfect amount of detail to make this a truly...
Culture of Hoops
BMF Debut: Pump Question "Pump It Up" by Reebok Classic
Courtesy of Reebok To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of The Pump technology, Reebok Classic combined The Pump custom fit technology with some of the most iconic shoes in Reebok’s basketball history. The first launch of...
Culture of Hoops
Would Someone Please: NFL Edition
Image courtesy of Erik Daniel Drost/Flickr . Would someone please inform the rest of the NFL that the St. Louis Rams are for real? OK, the Rams sport an unassuming record of 5 – 7,...
Culture of Hoops
Sacramento Kings Fail to Execute in Late-Game Scenario, Lose to Toronto Raptors 117-109
Image courtesy of Michael Tipton/Flickr . The Sacramento Kings continue to stall out in a crucial home stand after early-season success that drew them national attention. The team came home to face the Memphis Grizzlies...
Culture of Hoops
Magic Suffer Heartbreaking Loss to Warriors 98-97
Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . Basketball can be a fun, and enjoyable sport to many players and fans alike. Sometimes, it can be a cruel, unforgiving entity as well. Lat night those words held...
Culture of Hoops
DeMar DeRozan's Injury: Blessing in Disguise for Toronto Raptors?
Image courtesy of DeMar DeRozan/Twitter . On November 28 the Toronto Raptors' season hit a roadblock when star shooting guard DeMar DeRozan went out indefinitely with a torn left adductor longus tendon. Sitting in the...
Culture of Hoops
BMF Debut: adidas Barricade 2015
Courtesy of adidas adidas unveils the new Barricade 2015 tennis shoe – the latest model in the Barricade footwear line. The newest Barricade features the most design updates since the shoe’s inception 15 years ago....
Culture of Hoops
BMF Deluxe Debut: adidas Unveils 2015 NBA All-Star Uniforms
Courtesy of adidas adidas, the official on-court apparel provider for the National Basketball Association (NBA), today unveiled the uniforms and apparel for the 64th NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 15 in New York City. Designed...
