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
Troy Ave interview: keeping it real, Rucker, and Bacardi
Troy Ave, hip hop artist on a quick rise, spoke with Baller Mind Frame's King Harrison about his style and performing at the world-renowned Rucker Park among other things. Troy Ave was very open with...
Culture of Hoops
The Complete History of Carmelo Anthony Part 1: Expectations
Image courtesy of Jose Martinez/Flickr . “Expectation is the root of all heartache” – William Shakespeare How did this happen? How did a collegiate national champion who led the NBA team that drafted him as...
Culture of Hoops
LeBron James is coming home
Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . Rejoice, Cleveland. LeBron James, in an exclusive essay on Sports Illustrated , let his intentions for next season be known and he's joining the young and talented Cleveland Cavaliers....
Culture of Hoops
LeBron-ification of Modern Journalism
Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . I dreamt about LeBron James. Really. Vivid, in color and at the daïs of his press conference announcing his return to Miami. He said, “There’s no other place I’d...
Culture of Hoops
The "A" Game: Jordan Hill, J.J. Hickson And More Pull Up For A.E.B.L. Week 4
Image courtesy of Monique O. Johnson. July 4th fell on a Friday, but the fireworks went off in Atlanta straight through the weekend thanks to the Atlanta Entertainment Basketball League. Saturday and Sunday saw Atlanta...
Culture of Hoops
The Music's Contagious: A Q&A with Britta Phillips
I recently caught up with the lovely and talented Britta Phillips, one half of the duo Dean & Britta, although you may know her better as the singing voice of Jem from the Jem and...
Culture of Hoops
BMF Style: Nike Air Trainer SC Premium 'Trophy Collection'
BMF Syle: The Baller Mind Frame is more than the roundball – it’s the lifestyle that surrounds the ball. BMF Style brings you the best styles in sportswear, fashion apparel, and accessories for when you’re...
Culture of Hoops
Obey Your Thirst: Nike LeBron 11 Max 360 Low 'Sprite'
Courtesy of Nike | featuring the Nike LeBron 11 Max 360 Low 'Sprite' >>> Low cut and sleek, the LeBron 11 Low represents an evolution of James’ signature shoe, with a full-length Max Air bag...
Culture of Hoops
BMF Training: adidas FIT SMART Wearable
BMF Training: Being a baller isn’t just about what you do on the court – it’s about how you prepare to ball when you’re away from it. BMF Training is about bringing you the latest...
Culture of Hoops
Pushed to the backburner: Life in the Sacramento Kings backcourt
Just over a year ago, in the much-maligned 2013 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings managed to catch a break. Ben McLemore, who for months had been in the conversation for the No. 1 overall pick, fell to the seventh pick.
