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Zachary Draves

Zachary Draves

Joined: Jun 29, 2024

Nov 4, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) brings the ball up the court during the third quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Rap Legend Kurtis Blow Comes Out With Angel Reese, WNBA Inclusive Version Of "Basketball"

After 40 years, hip hop pioneer Kurtis Blow comes out with a new gender inclusive version of his iconic song "Basketball" for a new deal with DoorDash and celebrating the NBA and WNBA

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Nov 24, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks former center Dikembe Mutumbo reacts to the crowd after his jersey is retired at half time of the Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks game at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-Imagn Images

Dikembe Mutombo Observed Muhammad Ali's Greatness At The Rumble In The Jungle

In a resurfaced radio interview, the late NBA legend spoke about being a young boy witnessing the legendary Rumble In The Jungle fight between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman

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May 8, 1997; Los Angeles' Kobe Bryant before the start of game 3 of the NBA Western Conference semi-finals against the Utah Jazz. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-USA Today-USA TODAY NETWORK

Who Would Have Thought Kobe Bryant Was A Fan Of The Spice Girls?

On a ride back to his hotel room, former New York Times columnist Mike Wise shares the time a 19 year old Kobe Bryant showcased his diverse range of musical interests

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Feb 4, 2023; New York, New York, USA; Former NBA player Latrell Sprewell at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Latrell Sprewell Choking Incident Often Gave Media Wrong Idea

There was much more to Latrell Sprewell than the notorious choking incident in 1997 as famed sports journalist Mike Wise tells Back In The Day on SI

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May 8, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Filmmaker and actor Spike Lee during game two of the second round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Spike Lee, Billy Crystal, and Jack Nicholson Inducted Into Basketball Hall Of Fame

A handful of basketball's biggest celebrity fans will join the Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2024 as Super Fans

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Nov 24, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Hawks former center Dikembe Mutumbo reacts during his jersey retirement ceremony at half time of the Boston Celtics vs Atlanta Hawks game at Philips Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-Imagn Images

Dikembe Mutumbo Gave Michael Jordan A Hard Time For Not Dunking On Him

In light of his passing, memories come flooding back about how Dikembe Mutumbo trashed talked Michael Jordan about not dunking on him

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Oct. 30, 2010; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bulls former player and NBA Hall of Fame member Scottie Pippen prior to a game against the Detroit Pistons at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-Imagn Images

Scottie Pippen Explains Iconic Red Shoes Moment During 1994 All Star Game

During the 1994 NBA All Star Game, Scottie Pippen laced up a pioneering pair of red Nikes that became a seminal moment in sneaker culture and paving the way for others to follow suit

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1992 FILE PHOTO; Detroit, MI, USA; Chicago Bulls forward Scottie Pippen in action against the Detroit Pistons during the 1992 season at the Palace of Auburn Hills. Pippen played 17 seasons in the leauge and won 6 championships with the Chicago Bulls. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Imagn Images (c) Copyright Imagn Images

Scottie Pippen On Locking Up Magic Johnson In 1991 Finals: "I Was Ready For The Challenge"

NBA legend Scottie Pippen looks back on his matchup against Magic Johnson during the 1991 NBA Finals in an interview with Back in the Day Hoop SI that helped carry the Bulls to their first title

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Unknown date 1992; Portland, OR, USA: FILE PHOTO; Chicago Bulls forward Scottie Pippen (33) at the free throw line against the Portland Trail Blazers during the 1992 season at Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Imagn Images

Was Scottie Pippen Snubbed For MVP After Leading Bulls To 55 Wins Without Michael Jordan?

In an interview with Back in the Day NBA, NBA legend Scottie Pippen says he doesn't look back at what could've or should've been with regards to the 1994 NBA MVP voting

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Scottie Pippen Documentary About 1991 NBA Finals Game 5 Ball Coming Out In 2025

In 2025, NBA legend Scottie Pippen will release a new documentary that tells a unique story about the Game 5 ball from the 1991 NBA Finals in conjunction with Hidden Empire Films

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Apr 7, 2012; Memphis, TN, USA; Memphis Grizzlies point guard Gilbert Arenas (10) shoots the ball from behind the arch during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at the FedEx Forum. Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Dallas Mavericks 94-89. Mandatory Credit: Spruce Derden-Imagn Images

Gilbert Arenas Fires Back At Mark Aguirre On TikTok

After former Detroit Pistons Bad Boy Mark Aguirre criticized former player Gilbert Arenas for a perceived lack of accomplishments, Arenas jumped in and offered his response in blistering fashion

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October 18, 1984; New York, NY, USA; Michael Jordan, 23, sets up Bull's offense against the Knicks during an exhibition game at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Mandatory Credit: Carmine Galasso/North Jersey Media Group via USA TODAY NETWORK

Michael Jordan's Rookie Contract Was Nearly $50 Million Less Than Steph Curry's 2024-25 Salary

On September 12, 1984, Michael Jordan signed a seven year $6 million deal with the Chicago Bulls after his rookie season and he already put into the ether the success that was to come

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