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.

Miles Plumlee, Phoenix Suns thrash Los Angeles Lakers
Culture of Hoops

Miles Plumlee, Phoenix Suns thrash Los Angeles Lakers

By Jeremy Beren • December 24, 2013

In a masterful performance, Miles Plumlee scored 17 points and snagged 20 rebounds, leading the surging Phoenix Suns to a 117-90 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. The victory moved the Suns...

Los Angeles Lakers get burned by Phoenix Suns
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Los Angeles Lakers get burned by Phoenix Suns

By Natalie • December 24, 2013

It’s getting harder and harder to watch the Los Angeles Lakers. They have occasional games—like Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves—when it looks like they may have found their stride, and then you’re quickly reminded that’s...

BMF Holiday: An Under Armour Anatomix Spawn X-mas
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BMF Holiday: An Under Armour Anatomix Spawn X-mas

By Sandy Dover • December 24, 2013

Just when you think that Christmas themes have been done to death and every corner of the idea factory has been cleaned out, Under Armour has managed to make something special and unique for one...

Indiana Pacers easily handle wounded Brooklyn Nets
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Indiana Pacers easily handle wounded Brooklyn Nets

By Thomas Lunay • December 24, 2013

For the third consecutive game, the Indiana Pacers defeated their opponent by more than 15 points. Monday night's sacrifice was none other than the much-ballyhooed Brooklyn Nets at the Barclay Center. The score of the...

BMF Lifestyle: Nike LunarTerra Arktos
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BMF Lifestyle: Nike LunarTerra Arktos

By Sandy Dover • December 24, 2013

If you're ever played ball, save for living in sunny California or anywhere else in the Southwest, you've had to make some walks through the snow, sleet, and wind -- and it's not fun. Most...

The Anthony Davis Experience: Inspector Gadget and Blink-182
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The Anthony Davis Experience: Inspector Gadget and Blink-182

By Bryan Brandom • December 24, 2013

Image courtesy of Keith Allison . I have a confession to make. As big an NBA fan as I am (and that’s big —about 6’5”, 225), until Monday night, I hadn’t watched Anthony Davis, you...

BMF Exclusive: SUPRA Skytop IV 'Holiday'
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BMF Exclusive: SUPRA Skytop IV 'Holiday'

By Sandy Dover • December 24, 2013

Today on Christmas Eve, the SUPRA Skytop IV has released in its limited red suede colorway. One of the foremost sneakers for skaters, it's become a signature series that many basketball players have grown to...

Tyreke Evans, New Orleans Pelicans upend Sacramento Kings
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Tyreke Evans, New Orleans Pelicans upend Sacramento Kings

By Steven Covella • December 24, 2013

The season of giving is upon us and Monday night both the Sacramento Kings and New Orleans Pelicans were on the receiving end of physical play. Bodies hit the floor left and right as big...

BMF Exclusive: 'The Backpack Baller' (Part 1)
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BMF Exclusive: 'The Backpack Baller' (Part 1)

By Sandy Dover • December 23, 2013

One of the greatest players the basketball world has ever seen is Kevin Durant. A phenom from high school through his historic lone collegiate season at the University of Texas to his tenure as a...

BMF Holiday: It's A Very Nike Christmas
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BMF Holiday: It's A Very Nike Christmas

By Sandy Dover • December 23, 2013

One of the most glorious days of the year is Christmas and for ball fans and ballers alike, this day tends to yield a lot of excitement for multiple reasons. God-willing, there's the family and...