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
Justin Timberlake Attempts to Help Ja Morant Secure NBA All-Star Spot
Courtesy of Ja Morant/Jamond Bullock/Panini America If you need help to secure a starting spot in the NBA All-Star game, then perhaps superstar singer/actor Justin Timberlake can help? The former NSYNC member, who owns a...
Culture of Hoops
What Do NBA Players Do in Their Free Time?
In the past most people believed that all NBA athletes simply dedicated themselves to their profession and did nothing outside of that. For many die-hard fans the fact that their team is their passion and...
Culture of Hoops
Memphis Grizzlies Pick Up Lopsided Upset Victory Over Miami Heat
Monday Night Football usually draws much of the betting focus for Monday night, but there were some great NBA opportunities as well. The Memphis Grizzlies picked up a 105-90 win against the Miami Heat in...
Culture of Hoops
New Orleans Pelicans Fall to Heat, Drop to Abysmal 2-14
The New Orleans Pelicans fell to the Miami Heat, 113-98 this past Wednesday in what continues to be an extremely disappointing season for them and their fans alike. The loss marks the seventh time the...
Culture of Hoops
What are the Best Basketball Documentaries to Watch After The Last Dance?
Image courtesy of Jason H. Smith/Flickr. Netflix’s The Last Dance is one of the greatest sports documentaries in recent memory. If you haven’t watched it yet, where have you been? The compelling and captivating story...
Culture of Hoops
Some Questions and Answers for the 2021-22 NBA Season
As Basketball Hall of Fame broadcaster, Marv Albert used to say, "Yes!" That's right, the NBA season is here again and it's a special one, as the league is celebrating its 75th year in existence....
Culture of Hoops
Who Are the Favorites for NBA MVP This Season?
It’s that time of year again. As the NBA season begins its 75th year, the discussion understandably turns toward who is going to lift the MVP trophy by the end of the season. Aside from...
HoopDimes
HoopDimes Episode 13 - Turnarounds: Kyrie and Simmons
AP Photo/Elise Amendola On this episode of the HoopDimes Podcast, Frankie Buckets and DV, speak on Kyrie Irving and Ben Simmons respective situations coming back around in the sports news cycle as the Brooklyn Nets...
Culture of Hoops
HoopDimes Episode 12 - Scandals: Two Fake and One Real
(AP Photo/Ted S. Warren) The one and only Frankie Buckets and DV are back for the 2021-22 NBA season! Don't worry, they've gotten their vaccinations, so we're all clear to bless your basketball-loving hearts! In...
Culture of Hoops
The NBA Season is Fast Approaching, But Who's The Favorite?
It may seem like the offseason is coming to an end just as you were getting into the groove, starting to enjoy old hobbies and pastimes before NBA basketball took over. Well, it’s true; we...
