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.

New York Knicks' World Peace open to trade
Culture of Hoops

New York Knicks' World Peace open to trade

By Aaron Lanton • February 08, 2014

Image courtesy of Keith Allison/Flickr . Baller Mind Frame's No Layups brings you the hottest NBA stories on the web mixed with personal opinion from our very own Aaron Lanton . Check it often and...

Adam Silver seeking age limit of 20 years old
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Adam Silver seeking age limit of 20 years old

By Aaron Lanton • February 08, 2014

Photo by Steven Covella | Baller Mind Frame . Baller Mind Frame's No Layups brings you the hottest NBA stories on the web mixed with personal opinion from our very own Aaron Lanton . Check...

Shaquille O'neal: Shaqtin' A Fool
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Shaquille O'neal: Shaqtin' A Fool

By Aaron Lanton • February 08, 2014

Baller Mind Frame's No Layups brings you the hottest NBA stories on the web mixed with personal opinion from our very own Aaron Lanton . Check it often and absorb the knowledge we're dropping on...

Sacramento Kings fall flat against Boston Celtics
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Sacramento Kings fall flat against Boston Celtics

By Nirvan Sorooshian • February 08, 2014

Image courtesy of hangdynasty/Flickr. The Sacramento Kings entered Boston looking to impose DeMarcus Cousins' low-post will early, and were instead met by Jared Sullinger's most impressive showing of the season, as he lead his Celtics...

BMF Exclusive: The adidas Springblade Razor
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BMF Exclusive: The adidas Springblade Razor

By Sandy Dover • February 07, 2014

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...

BMF Exclusive: Nike Kobe 9 Elite 'The Masterpiece'
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BMF Exclusive: Nike Kobe 9 Elite 'The Masterpiece'

By Sandy Dover • February 07, 2014

After 18 years of having shoes released inspired by him and his dynamic play, future Basketball Hall of Famer Kobe Bryant may actually have the finest shoe ever to release baring his name and his...

BMF Debut: adidas in the Quarter NBA All-Star Launch
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BMF Debut: adidas in the Quarter NBA All-Star Launch

By Sandy Dover • February 07, 2014

Courtesy of adidas: adidas today announced the launch of adidas in the Quarter, an exclusive retail store and fan experience created to celebrate NBA All-Star in New Orleans. Featuring the full assortment of official adidas...

Getting to know Adam Silver and how he may begin to carve out his legacy
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Getting to know Adam Silver and how he may begin to carve out his legacy

By Kevin Armstrong • February 07, 2014

Photo by Steven Covella | Baller Mind Frame. The 30-year reign of David Stern has ended. Many have commended Stern for all of his success, and he has even garnered comparisons to Pete Rozelle, the...

How to Fix the Golden State Warriors: The 5 Dubs Steps
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How to Fix the Golden State Warriors: The 5 Dubs Steps

By Rich Peters • February 07, 2014

Image courtesy of Matthew Addie/Flickr . The Golden State Warriors came into Thursday's showdown with the Chicago Bulls coming off arguably their worst loss of the season in which they were dismantled by the oft...

The most disappointing teams of the NBA's first half
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The most disappointing teams of the NBA's first half

By Zach Oliver • February 07, 2014

Image courtesy of Josh Hallett/Flickr . The 2013-14 NBA season has been full of compelling storylines, good basketball and surprising teams. However, the season has also been marred by some teams who just aren’t living...