Many experts say that the 1985 NBA draft was rigged. The first overall pick, Patrick Ewing was drafted by the New York Knicks who were then coached by Ewing’s former College Coach Bob Hill. The Knicks were a struggling team at the time and were in dire need of a star player There were other…
The 1988 Kansas Jayhawks were one of the most talented squads in college basketball history. Led by future NBA Stars Danny Manning and Mitch Richmond, the Jayhawks went on to win the National Championship that year. So what ever happened to that talented team? Here’s a look at where the members of the 1988 Kansas…
The 1986 NBA Championship was a battle between the Boston Celtics and the Houston Rockets It was a close series, with the Celtics winning in six games. Here’s a look back at that exciting series. The 1986 NBA Championship A Look Back The 1986 NBA Championship was one of the most memorable in history. The…
The 1980 Duke Basketball Schedule A Game-by-Game Look The 1980 Duke Basketball Schedule A Game-by-Game Look The Duke University men’s basketball team is one of the most iconic and successful programs in all of college basketball The 1980 season was no different, as the team went on to win the NCAA championship This article takes…
The 1980 NBA Finals was a classic matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Philadelphia 76ers. The Lakers, led by Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar were the defending champions, while the 76ers, led by Julius Erving were looking to dethrone them. The series went to a full seven games, with the Lakers ultimately coming…
Looking to get your hands on a 1986 Fleer Basketball Unopened Wax Pack? Here’s what you need to know about this classic collectible. Why this pack is so valuable This pack is valuable for a number of reasons. First, it is from the inaugural year of the Fleer basketball card set. Second, it is still…
The 1986 Louisville basketball roster Where Are They Now? The 1986 Louisville basketball Roster The Louisville Cardinals men’s basketball team won the NCAA championship in 1986. They finished the season with a record of 32-7 and were coached by Denny Crum. The team’s leading scorer was Pervis Ellison, who was also named the NCAA Tournament’s…
A look back at the best players, teams, and moments from the 1980s in basketball. The best players from the 1980s There is no definitive answer to this question as it is largely subjective. However, many experts and Basketball Lovers would agree that the 1980s was a golden era for the sport, with some of…
The 1984 U.S. Olympic basketball team will always be remembered for their hard work dedication, and love for the game. The team The United States men’s Olympic Basketball team won the gold medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles The team featured several future NBA Stars including Patrick Ewing Michael Jordan Sam Perkins,…
The 1980 NBA Finals MVP Controversy refers to the debate over who deserved to win the 1980 NBA Finals Most Valuable Player Award The 1980 NBA Finals The 1980 NBA Finals was the championship round of the National Basketball Association (NBA)’s 1979–80 season, and the conclusion of the season’s playoffs. The Eastern Conference champion Philadelphia…
It’s been over 40 years since the 1976 Olympic basketball team won gold in Montreal. Where are they now? The 1976 Olympic basketball Team It’s been more than 40 years since the United States Olympic Basketball team – made up of amateur players and led by future NBA Hall of Famers like Jerry West Kareem…
It’s been 40 years since the 1978 Kentucky Wildcats basketball team won the National Championship See what the team looks like now. The 1978 Kentucky Basketball Roster In 1978, the Kentucky Wildcats Basketball team made it to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament narrowly losing to Duke in a close game The team was…