LeBron James breaks the NBA career scoring record, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar The last time a new name appeared atop the NBA's all-time points rankings was in April 1984. LeBron James was born later that year. WEKU · Feb 8, 2023
Stan Van Gundy on LeBron James’ scoring record, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and learning slang from KD "I was an old coach and there was worse you could come up with on me." USA Today Sports Media Group · Feb 7, 2023
LeBron’s Record-Breaking Moment Will Be Fit for a King. Kareem’s? It Was, Um, Cute. James needs just 36 points to eclipse Abdul-Jabbar’s scoring record, a moment that will come soon—and with considerably more pomp and circumstance than in 1984. Sports Illustrated · Feb 6, 2023
Gene Collier: Some records are not made to be broken Long forgotten and deservedly so, a virtually meaningless and dislocated basketball game just happened to be the one in which Wilt Chamberlain's career NBA scoring record fell to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Tribune News Service · Feb 6, 2023
Chuck D on hip-hop's power, 50 years on The legendary rapper on politics, his Top 5 songs and PBS series "Fight The Power: How Hip-Hop Changed The World" Salon · Jan 31, 2023
SI:AM | Two of Men’s Basketball’s Biggest Programs Are in Shambles These trademark programs are struggling mightily this season. Sports Illustrated · Jan 26, 2023
Is Post Play Really, Finally Dead? For generations, giants ruled from the blocks. Today? Post play is an afterthought. But there remain a few who preach the forgotten craft—and seek its return. Sports Illustrated · Jan 18, 2023
Luka Doncic Q&A: LeBron, Wilt, NBA refs and does he really own a farm in Slovenia? LOS ANGELES — Luka Doncic has faced the Lakers and his NBA idol, LeBron James, for five seasons now. Tribune News Service · Jan 12, 2023
‘I need a recovery beer’: Luka Doncic shows he’s human after unreal 60-point triple-double "I’m tired as hell. I need a recovery beer." Tribune News Service · Dec 28, 2022
Nikola Jokic’s historic 27-rebound triple-double underscores Nuggets’ deeper issues As Nikola Jokic etched his name alongside Wilt Chamberlain, no one with the Nuggets seemed to have any idea what type of rare air he was occupying. The Denver Post · Dec 20, 2022
Nikola Jokic Records Statistical Feat Unseen Since 1968 The Nuggets star is nearly averaging a triple double to start the season. Sports Illustrated · Dec 19, 2022
On this day: Dennis Johnson jersey retired; Kendrick Perkins debut; Charles Claxton, Andre Turner born; Woody Sauldsberry signed On this day, the Celtics retired DJ's number, Perk played his first game for them, and Charles Claxton and Andre Turner were born. USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 13, 2022
On this day: Wilt Chamberlain nabs 55 rebounds vs. Boston; Gorman, Hunter, Bing, Randolph born On this day, legendary big man Wilt Chamberlain grabbed 55 boards vs. Boston, and Mike Gorman, Brandon Hunter, Dave Bing, and Shavlik Randolph were born. USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 24, 2022
Bill Plaschke: If you're talking greatest Lakers players, No. 1 is pure Magic From the moment this smiling young stranger from Michigan jumped into the arms of stunned Kareem Abdul-Jabbar after the kid's first Lakers win, it seemed destined. Los Angeles Times · Nov 15, 2022
Daily Mirror · Nov 14, 2022 Australian star becomes second NBA player of all time to reach incredible feat An young Australian NBA star who features for the New York Knicks has achieved a feat only previously recorded by one of the greatest NBA players to have ever played the game
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 13, 2022 NBA Twitter reacts to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 37 points, Josh Giddey’s triple-double in 145-135 win over Knicks The Thunder had all eyes on them as SGA and Josh Giddey led the Thunder to 145 points in regulation.
Daily Mirror · Nov 9, 2022 Kobe Bryant was blocked from breaking incredible NBA record in historic game Kobe Bryant scored a career-high 81 points against the Toronto Raptors back in January 2006 - and four-time NBA champion John Salley believes the LA Lakers icon was denied a shot at the record
Tribune News Service · Nov 8, 2022 Luka Doncic, Mavs survive frantic finish from Kevin Durant, Nets to win 4th straight Luka Doncic, Josh Green and the Mavericks rewarded all fans who stayed up long past typical home-game time Monday night.
USA Today Sports Media Group · Nov 4, 2022 The NBA hasn’t been any fun at all so far this season and that’s such a shame But it's the league's own fault that things are this way
Chicago Tribune · Oct 29, 2022 DeMar DeRozan becomes the 50th player in NBA history to score 20,000 points, but the Chicago Bulls fall to the San Antonio Spurs 129-124 With a signature midrange jumper, Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan on Friday joined an elite group of NBA players in the first quarter against the Spurs in San Antonio.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 27, 2022 Magic’s Banchero Joins Exclusive Rookie Statistical Club The Orlando forward joins a club which only includes five Hall of Famers.
Sports Illustrated · Oct 13, 2022 Lucious Jackson, Former 76ers Star and Olympic Gold Medalist, Has Died The NBA All-Star played eight seasons in Philadelphia. He was 80 years old.
The Philadelphia Inquirer · Aug 7, 2022 Before Bill Russell tormented Wilt Chamberlain, he established his immortality against another Philly legend PHILADELPHIA — It’s a testament to Bill Russell that one of the most underrated aspects of his life is that he revolutionized college basketball. His work and activism within the civil rights movement, his remarkable career with the Boston Celtics, his well-earned status as the greatest winner in North American…
The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2022 Bill Russell: Basketball great who fought for civil rights Russell was indomitable on and off the court and one of the most fascinating public figures to straddle sports and civil rights
The Guardian - UK · Aug 5, 2022 Bill Russell obituary Basketball player who won a record 11 championships and was the first black star player and first black head coach in the NBA