goes to the league office or back to the team if it is a team fine
Concerning Pro Basketball: When a player is fined what happens to that money. Where does it go?nba mvp
Concerning all pro sports the fines go to the league in question.
Concerning Pro Basketball: When a player is fined what happens to that money. Where does it go?nba trades ,nba teams
It goes to the commissioner, whom then gives it to charity or buys new things for the league or him/her self.
....one of the Jazzmen?......Hmmmm?,........Could it be...........?.................CARLOS?!?
Which pro basketball player has a drinking problem...is it...?nba all star game
No one per se as of right now has a publicly documented bout with alcohol right now, youd have to go back to Rodman and before him Chris Mullin to have NBA players alcoholism publicly documented
Which pro basketball player has a drinking problem...is it...?knicks ,nba teams
its not carlos boozer
what even ives you that idea?
don't know don't care
Is it just because his last name is BOOZer?
Under a strict interpretation of the rules: yes, you are right.
But since rules mean only what they are interpreted to mean, and players play knowing the prevailing interpretation: no, because officials allow that extra step.
Is it me..? or does everybody incollegeand pro basketball travel??sports tickets
Rules mean what a judge says they mean: Congress shall pass no law restricting free speech means that Congress can pass laws against libel, threatening the President or obscene speech, because thats what a court reads the 1st Amendment to mean. Report It
Is it me..? or does everybody incollegeand pro basketball travel??concert tickets ,nba teams
Yea maybe because the other teams are in different cities.
91 by Dennis Rodman
What has been the highest number ever worn by a Pro Basketball player?nba history
420 is the highest! No really, it's 99! Lakers, George Mikan!
Chamberlain almost wore the number 100, but there was no room on the jersey!!!
What has been the highest number ever worn by a Pro Basketball player?nba trade ,nba teams
99.9
#99 - George Mikan with the LA Lakers, he played from like 1946-56 I think.
If you look up retired jersey numbers, retired jersey number 832 belongs to Cotton Fitzsimmons, but he was not a player, he was a coach for the Pheonix Suns, 832 was the number of wins he retired with.
99 dennis rodman when he played for the bulls, or maybe it was 91
99 grorge mikan
93 artest
denos rodman 91
and 73 and 10!
so total 174! heh nice eh?
ron ron, i dont recall him wearing 98
but 23-15 and 93!
whome else? let me si, 55, jayson williams both, and 56, maybe i dont recall!
any way great q!
Rodman wore 91, but Ron Artest wears 93.
99 George Mikan..highest number ever /and/ possible..you cannot have anything higher..
right now it's 93 for Artest..but he also wore 98 with the Pacers before he was traded..
538. A pro basketball player in Israel
George Mikan was number 99, dennis rodman number 91 when he played with the bulls, and ron artest wears 93
because anyone can't win the florida resident
because it was more accessible due to the building of large stadiums/arenas, and the invasion of the television into homes. and at that time sports was about talent and drive and heart and hard work. today, its about good publicity and arrogance and money.
19
What was Joe Jellybean Bryant Number while playing Pro Basketball?nba records
23 Report It
How do I find out information on them?
Who are the semi-pro basketball team D4 trojans?nba champions
google or wikipedia
A team rebound occurs when a missed shot goes out of bounds before anybody secures the rebound and your team is awarded possession. A deadball rebound occurs on a first foul shot when the ball is "dead" and the team taking the foul shots is automatically going to get another shot.
What is the definition/description of "Team Rebound" in pro basketball?nba all star game
Nevr heard of a "team rebound" in basketball....
What is the definition/description of "Team Rebound" in pro basketball?knicks ,nba teams
A rebound in basketball is the act of successfully gaining possession of the basketball after a missed field goal or free throw. Rebounds in basketball are a major part in the game, as most possessions change after a missed shot. Rebounds are divided into two categories: offensive rebounds, in which the ball is recovered by the offensive side and does not change possession, and defensive rebounds, in which the defending team gain possession of the loose ball. Most rebounds are defensive because the team on defense tends to be in better position (in other words, closer to the basket) to recover missed shots. Offensive rebounds lead to another opportunity to score for the offensive team, either right away or reseting the offense.
Rebounds are credited to the first player that gains clear possession of the ball, or to a player that successful deflects the ball into the net for a score. Height, jumping ability, timing and positioning are all required for good rebounding abilities. Because height is very important, many rebounds are made by centers and power forwards. Statistics on a player's "rebounds per game" (RPG), both offensive and defensive, are often kept and are a measure of a player's effectiveness.
Dennis Rodman was considered one of the best rebounders in the NBA. He managed to lead the league in rebounding for seven straight seasons despite generally not being one of the tallest or largest players on the court. One of the skills of his rebounding was "tipping", meaning that when the ball was close enough to him to touch, but too far for him to immediately take firm grasp of it, he would use his fingers to attempt tip the ball in a very controlled fashion--either to himself, into basket for a goal, or to a particular spot on the court where one of his teammates would have the best chance to recover it.
Wilt Chamberlain led the NBA all-time in rebounds statistically, and thus is considered by some to be the best rebounder of all-time. Others debate this, as Chamberlain played in an era in which players took more shot attempts than basketball players today. Other great rebounders in the NBA are Bill Russell, Hakeem Olajuwon, Charles Barkley, Kevin Garnett, Ben Wallace.
Because fighting for a rebound can be very physical, rebounding is often regarded as part of "dirty work" or "hustle" plays.
how is this question important at all? unless you want to brag about seeing shaq. cool.
was he taller than you?..at the time
also it takes one click of the remote to see a pro basketball player. thanks for the 2 points!
Has anyone seen a pro basketball player?????nba rules
i have. i managed to sneak onto the floor during the 2000 NBA All Star game in Oakland, CA
Has anyone seen a pro basketball player?????nba live ,nba teams
Uh, yeah, I've SEEN hordes of basketball players. Oh wait, you mean in PERSON? Well, yeah, I've met a few. Why do you ask?
yes
I am best friends with Ben Gordon
yeah - i knew ron artest and elton brand, pre-NBA
yes i have seen and talked with quite a few.why do you ask?
Yes i'm a sports reporter and I see him five times a year 2 home games to away games and the allstar weekend
i used to go to school w/ kevin mchale...before he was in the nba!
Yes i seen d-wade and lebron james
I need to find a list of semi pro basketball teams in the United States, more specifically, Virginia...either semi pro or minor league...trying to find a player that should have played in anywhere from 2004 to 2007...can't find anything giving me any names of the teams.
Semi pro basketball teams in the USA?nba draft picks
D-League?
Semi pro basketball teams in the USA?nba playoffs ,nba teams
google D-League, they are kinda pro but kinda not
I would like to see Dennis Johnson and Bill Laimbeer make the Hall of Fame. Who would you like in? (minimum 5 years retired).
Thanks
Of elligible players, who you would like to see in Pro Basketball's Hall of Fame?nba dunks
I would love to see Chris Webber in the Hall of Fame just because he helps worse teams in the NBA make it to the Playoffs. He deserve to be in the HOF even if he didnt have a championship rin.
Of elligible players, who you would like to see in Pro Basketball's Hall of Fame?nba all star ,nba teams
Allen Iverson and Carmelo Anthoney
thye have that there to wipe their feet off before they enter the game because if the bottoms of their shoes are wet it could cause them to slip on the court and injure themselves, it's basically for safety
What is the mat that pro basketball players wipe their feet on before entering the court?nba 08
THEY WIPE IT ON AN HOME TEAM TOWEL
What is the mat that pro basketball players wipe their feet on before entering the court?nba finals ,nba teams
It's called a sticky mat it is to get the dirt of the botton of there shoes so the grip is better. You can buy the anywhere.
magic baby lets go lakers ye ******
It is what is left of the NBA's dignity and the refs ability to call a good game.
already retired in the NBA:
George McGinnis, Indiana Pacers
still in used:
Devean George - Dallas Mavericks
Earl Barron - Miami Heat
Malik Allen - New Jersey Nets
David West - New Orleans Hornets
Carlos Arroyo - Orlando Magic
Reggie Evans - Philadephia 76ers
Justin Williams - Sacramento Kings
Pro basketball (or well known college) players with number 30?basketball shoes
Julian Wright was #30 when he played at KU!! i miss him... not that he's the most famous or anything, but i just referenced him in a question a bit ago, so when i saw this one, i thought of him first! : )
!!ROCK CHALK JAYHAWK!!
Pro basketball (or well known college) players with number 30?nba champions ,nba teams
Rasheed Wallace wore 30 at UNC and through his pro career until he changed to 36 just over a year ago.
the shoes that Dr. J used to wear the converse pro rubber shoes are they still out in the market primarily in the philippines?? and are they comfortable???? thanks pls answer
Hey are the converse pro basketball shoes still out in the market?nba stats
Yeah, Dwayne Wade has a new shoe out this year.
Hey are the converse pro basketball shoes still out in the market?nba score ,nba teams
I doubt the original model is still out if Dr. J used them.
at footlocker or one of those mall outlets. they have them.
I have 3 questions:
Question #1
Is the WNBA still active and around, or
has it failed? If it hasn't failed, and is
still functioning as a commercial entity,
why doesn't it have the same
exposure as far as games shown,
and ESPN highlights, as NBA
basketball? Because it's
very unpopular??
Question #2
Why is the NBA so screwed
up??
Why do they call their
Season ending championship,
a World title, when at best
it's a Professional National
title, and at worse, a league
championship? And no, just
because they have players from
around the world, doesn't mean
their League championship is a
World title.
Question #2-B
Why can't the NBA make
its team brand names make
sense?
Are there any Timberwolves
in Minnesota?
Is there any Jazz in Utah?
What do Nuggets have to
do with Denver?
Does anyone have knowledge about American Pro Basketball???nba 07
answer to question #1 is yes they are still in business and still very much competitive but not on the business and commercial end. attendances has been dropping the past few years for wnba games and it has hurt the league more than anything else.
but no they have no plans of wrapping it up and shutting it down, in fact? i heard they are looking to expand the league with 2 more teams?!.
answer to question #2 is the title of "world champions" has been used for the nba first because basketball originated in america more than 100 years ago! and the title has stuck with the nba because we were the first official league ever established. nowadays of course there is a real world championship of basketball and the title is for whoever wins the tournament is called "world champions of basketball" world champions of the nba....here in america the main reason why its still called world champions is because we have teams in canada and canada is not part of the USA so that is the real reason why we say "nba world champs" and not "world champions of basketball" which is a different tournament.
answer to question 2-b is yes they do have wolves in minnesota, and utah has a very diverse jazz history if you researched you'd find that out and they call them denver the nuggets because of its history of gold mining and pan handling in colorado.
Does anyone have knowledge about American Pro Basketball???sports tickets ,nba teams
There's no jazz in utah.
You're one weird weird person!
1. Yes the WNBA is still functioning and operating. The WNBA doesn't get as much exposure as the NBA, because it's not as popular as the NBA.
2A. They call it the World Championship because they're the best Pro League N the World, they have the best players
2B. Alot of teams got their names because they were in different locations and moved to another city. Are because the mascot represent the city are the region.
They are called the Minnesota Timberwolves got their name because their is small amount of Timberwolves, which are native to Minnesota
There isn't any Jazz in Utah. The Jazz got their name because they started out in New Orleans where Jazz is prominent. They then moved to Utah and just kept the name for the Franchise.
The Denver Nuggets got their names because of thr history of the city. Denver was founded as a mining town for Gold. Gold so the name Denver Nuggets
Beasley or Derick Rose will be the best. Gordan's nice too. Hibbert got a long way to go...hes gonna get exposed the first few year. Don't sleep on Douglas-Roberts hes the best 1on1 player in college. Earl Clark from Louisville got potential to kill in the league long term but should have stayed in school cuz he still needs to develop more. Mayo and Love are way overrated.
Whichcollegebasketball players turning pro will be the best in pro?nba fantasy
you may not be asking form the opinion of a girl, but if he turns pro, i think tyler hansborough from the UNC tarheels.
Whichcollegebasketball players turning pro will be the best in pro?nba draft picks ,nba teams
micheal beasely
what
Tyler hansborough..he is so much like bill laimbeer.
OJ Mayo!!
Immidate impact probably Beasley, two to three years down the line it will be Rose from Memphis. He will be a top tier pg but the transition may take a year or two, I have never seen a more talented point guard as a freshman in college. his size, quickness, IQ, defense and shot. team first mentality. Any team would be a fool to draft Beasly over him.
NBA basketball leauge
How about Ty Lawson, GO HEELS!!
Kevin Love if he bulks up a little bit
Kevin Love - UCLA, Brandon Rush - Kansas or Derrick Rose out of Memphis are all quality draft picks. If Michael Beasley comes out, he may be the best all-around player.
Oh yeah, OJ Mayo was a good choice too.
Candace Parker
Beasley will be like Lebron if he improves his shooting
It's too early but Beasley is probably the best suited for the NBA.
6'10" power forward/center, basically a larger version of Amare Stoudamire.
me
Oj mayo
The title of the song used by many pro basketball teams when introducing players is escaping me. Anyone have any titles that I might look into. I have the theme in my head, but I can't figure the title. It's not Sirius or Thunderstruck...but in that family.
Thanks!
What is the name of the song used for many player introductions in pro sporting events?nba tv
Probably Gary Glitter's Rock %26amp; Roll Part Two (lots of guitar and synths, then people scream YEAH, then it pretty much loops)
We will rock you, by Queen. If there is alternating stomping and clapping this is probably your song.
What is the name of the song used for many player introductions in pro sporting events?nba dunks ,nba teams
2unlimited - get ready for this
I know in hockey some teams use U2 - Streets have no name.
Before the Philadelphia Eagles moved to Lincoln Financial Field, I think they were introduced with "Du Hast" by Rammstein. Now they are intro'ed by "Thunderstruck" by AC/DC.
Please don`t pick just the guys you like, but who you think are the best at different positions and why?
If you were starting a Pro Basketball team who would you pick at different positions and why?nba draft order
Center=Amare Stoudemire-he works so hard and is a great finisher
Power Forward=Kevin Garnett- smart player
Small Forward=LeBron James- explosive and can create something
Shooting Guard=Gilbert Arenas- he is so clutch
Point Guard=Steve Nash- Steve is easily the best point in the NBA
It's hard to make the list without a 6th man=Ben Gordan- the best person to come off the bench
If you were starting a Pro Basketball team who would you pick at different positions and why?nba draft history ,nba teams
PG- Steve Nash...hands down the best player at his position in the NBA...only Jason Kidd comes close
SG- Dwyane Wade...one of the most exciting players in years
SF- Ray Allen...great shooter, team player
PF- Dirk Nowitzki...when he's on top of his game, he's nearly unstoppable
C- Amare Stoudamire- tough choice here because there are few true centers in the game anymore...but Amare is so explosive.
C Yao Ming - Tall and starting to score
PF Dwight Howard - I no he plays center but he is young and talented
SF Tyrus Thomas - Young and athletic. When he gets basketball skills he'll be sweet
SG Dwanye Wade - Need a 4th quarter come back give it to him
PG Chris Paul - Sweet passer
Bench Ben Gordan - He won sixth man as a rookie for a reason
Also they r all young
passing grade??im planning on being a fashion designer %26amp; pro basketball.b player.
Do you need high averages in school to be a pro basketball player like 80s or 90s or do you just need a?nba 07
What grades do you need to get into fashion school? Basketball players are not geniuses for the most part. To qualify to play in NCAA Division 1 basketball you need to complete 16 core courses:
4 years of English
3 years of mathematics (Algebra I or higher)
2 years of natural/physical science (one must be a lab science)
1 year of additional English, math or science
2 years of social studies
4 years of additional core courses (from any area listed above, or from foreign language, nondoctrinal religion or philosophy)
Additionally there is a sliding scale for grades/SAT or ACT scores to determine eligibility. If you have a 3.55 or higher GPA, for example, you only need a 400 on your SATs, but if your GPA is 2.0 you need a 1010 or higher.
Since NBA rules pretty much require you to attendcollegefor one year, you're kind of stuck with these requirements, unless you attend a Junior College.
Realistically, unless you are stud athlete, you have little chance of making the NBA, so concentrate on your schoolwork. If your game improves to the point where you're getting scholarship offers, you can start thinking about the NBA then.
Figure out where you want to study fashion and find out what their entrance requirements are. If they have a basketball team, let the coach know you're interested in attending the school. You might even want to attend one of the school's summer camps and hope you get noticed.
Do you need high averages in school to be a pro basketball player like 80s or 90s or do you just need a?sports tickets ,nba teams
just pass high school it doesn't matter what your grades are as long as you graduate... other people may tell you different but it is the truth.
a fashion designer and a ball player? wow that is a odd pareing. but no you just need to pass and play 1 year incollegeand that is it but if i was you i would try to be a fashin designer
There technically is no requirement, as long as you pass all of your classes. However, that is assuming you do end up being a fashion designer or a basketball player. As many of us can tell you, not everyone becomes what they truly wanted growing up, whether it be a rock star, or a basketball player, or a famous artist. The probability of becoming a professional basketball player is getting less and less likely every year, particularly in women's basketball. I would recommend doing your very best in school so that if you don't become either of those, you still have a great education to fall back on and live a successful like. A guy this brings to mind is Lenny Cooke, a New York City high school basketball legend. He was the same age as LeBron James, and some scouts said he was even better. He didn't put in his best effort in school because he was a "sure thing", and didn't show NBA scouts what they were looking for in workouts. He ended up going undrafted and now he has nowhere to go, since he blew off school and essentially his future. By no means am I telling you to give up on your hopes and dreams. Instead, plan for even the worst case scenario so that every situation plays out in your favor.
If you are good enough to play professional basketball, teachers will give you grades that average out to 80-90%
I don't even want to know what Kobe Bryant got in school...
I don't think you need to be smart to be in the NBA, but it would be nice, I bet Steve Nash is pretty smart.
basketball..
How do i find a pro basketball team in europe that can allow me to do a masters program while i play for them?nba fantasy
I don't think that will be a problem - your difficulty will be with the university with which you're studying. Will they allow you to travel overseas? Will you have difficulties contacting your adviser when you need their input? How many hours during the season will you have to work on your program? Consider all the variables - pro and con - before you decide.
She just wants his money
I heard the pro-basketball player shaquille Oneal was filling for divorce, did he and his wife reconcile?nba tv
nope.
I heard the pro-basketball player shaquille Oneal was filling for divorce, did he and his wife reconcile?nba dunks ,nba teams
maybe they just want to discuss things and settle it privately, so the media cant blow things out of proportion like they usually do.
He did not divorce his wife, he got back with her, i wouldnt have. She bought the man she was cheating on with him a house.
nope, they are still in the process of getting divorce. I have heard that every place that he goes, he has a few woman that goes to his room. That won't help him reconcile...
I don't know. But if I was his wife I'd file for divorce too and get some of his millions and find me a good looking young man instead of a fat, aging slob..... lmao.
to win all four championships at the same time in one year or even three of the four
In pro sporthas there been a city in pro baseball pro basketball pro hockey and pro football?nba jerseys
Pittsburgh came close in the late 70s' Pirates won the world series, Steelers the super bowl and Peguins Stanley cup In think it was in 79.
In pro sporthas there been a city in pro baseball pro basketball pro hockey and pro football?nba 2k8 ,nba teams
No but I believe several have had two of the four at once.
Im very talented and love the sport. Right now im paying for my high school in New Braunfels.
Do you think i should persue my dream to become a pro basketball player.?nba playoff
It's a tough row to hoe, my dear! If you are selected, your personal life will belong to the club that hires you. You will work, physically demanding work, very hard and take real risks of injury. You will have no private life, the tabloid press will haunt you, and your sex life will take on an element of public scrutiny you may find unpleasant.
Still, if you can hack it for a few years, and play with your whole heart and most of your time for those few years, you can potentially salt away enough to start a profitable business, or even enough to simply invest in business opportunities for others and collect the profits. So while it is very demanding, and not everyone who works their tail off to get it can succeed in getting it, let alone doing well, if you don't develop a lavish lifestyle or put the money up your nose, you will have real capital to work with when you are through.
Count on being through at quite an early age, I should think. Take a look at the ages of the top players.
Do you think i should persue my dream to become a pro basketball player.?nba stats ,nba teams
If you think that you are good enough, and you have the will power, then go for it!
Please list any songs that you have heard being played either during warmups or timeouts at any pro basketball game you have been to.
What songs do you usually hear at a pro basketball game?nba draft prospects
Wow, let's see... "Let's Get It Started" by the Black Eyed Peas... "We Fly High" by Jim Jones... "Let's Get Dirty" by Redman... "Show Me What You Got" by Jay-Z... "Fighter" by Christina Agularia... and those were just a few that I can remember hearing last month at the Meadowlands.
What songs do you usually hear at a pro basketball game?nba 2k ,nba teams
I usually hear "remember the Name" by Fort Minor
Fort minor's song - Remember The Name
Dont forget about that "Kiss me" song. I have no idea who sings it, but it is at every Jazz game I go to.
When player has more than 10 in 2 of these catagories.
points
rebounds
assists
blocks
steals
What is a double double in pro basketball?nba fights
having 10 or more pts, reb., assists, blocks, etc....in 2 catagories
What is a double double in pro basketball?fan gear ,nba teams
It's when you score 10 or more points and get 10 or more rebounds in the same game.
when you get 10 in two catogories like 10 pts and 10 rebs, or 10 assits and 10 points. but you cant do 10 turnovers since its a negative.
a triple doulble is when you get 10 in three catagories
A double-double in basketball is when a single player accumulates double-digits in any TWO of the following categories: points, rebounds, assists, steals, or blocked shots. For example, a player with 10 points and 10 rebounds has achieved a double-double. The most common combination is points and rebounds, followed by points and assists.
A triple-double is the same criteria except it involves attaining double didgits in three of the above mentioned categories.
10 or more rebounds and 10 or more points
a tripple double is 10 or more assists 10 or more points and 10 or more rebounds
It is when a player gets ten or more of the following stats in a game: points, rebounds, assists, steals and blocked shots.
when a player gets 10 of a certain stat in 2 different areas (e.g. 10 points and IO rebounds) he receives a double double
more than 10 in any 2 statistical catagorys in one game. an example would be if you scored 23 points and grabbed 12 rebounds that would be a double double.you could get 12 points and 10 blocked shots and get a double/double.there is also the triple double which is 10 in 3 catagories. the most common triple double is 10 or more points rebounds and assists in the same game.
When you get double digits in double categories, i.e. at least 10 point, rebound, assists, steals or blocks for two of the categories.
It means you score 10 or more points and 10 or more rebounds in the same game.
A double double is when an individual player has double digit statistics in two seperate categories. Example: Detroit Pistons guard Chauncey Billups had a strong outing tonight with 21points and 14assists. OR Rasheed Wallace had a TRIPLE-DOUBLE with 10 points 10 rebounds and 10 assists.
Scoring doubles figure in two these categories...points,rebounds,assists...
It means a player scored in double figure in any of the major statistical catagories. For expample. 10 points 10 rebounds. Double-Double. 20 points, 10 assists, double-double. 20 points 10 rebounds 10 assists triple double.
If you get 10+ in two of those categories. A triple double is if you get 10+ in three of those categories. A quadruple double is if you get 10+ in four. The only person to do a quadruple double is David Robinson
Categories:
Points
Assists
Rebounds
Blocks
Steals
10 or more in two categories
How can i become a general manager of a pro basketball team, not the NBA, but like ABA, PBL, CBA, or something like that? Do i have to major in something in college?
How can you become a manager of a pro basketball team?nba live 2008
You need SOME degree of experience for them to even look at you
How can you become a manager of a pro basketball team?nba live 2005 ,nba teams
sleep with the owner.,
You have to major in Sports Management in college, but that doesn't guarantee anything. When getting a job it's WHO you know, not WHAT you know.
Need hook-ups.
when did pro basketball start and was there any superstars before goerge mikan?
When did pro basketball start what year and was there any superstars?nba street v3
Pro basketball started in 1898, however, there were no superstar players until the 1920's. I'll name a few:
Joe Lapchick
Dutch Denhert
Nat Holman
John Beckman
Charles "Tarzan" Cooper
These weren't the first official superstars but they were the superstars of that time.
When did pro basketball start what year and was there any superstars?nba jam ,nba teams
haha...basketball was definitely not invented in 1946.
In early December 1891, Dr. James Naismith,[1] a Canadian physical education student and instructor at YMCA Training School[2] (today, Springfield College) in Springfield, Massachusetts, USA, sought a vigorous indoor game to keep his students occupied and at proper levels of fitness during the long New England winters to keep the students in shape.
The first official game was played in the YMCA gymnasium on January 20, 1892 with nine players and the game ended at 1-0 and the shot was made from 25 feet
Women's basketball began in 1892.
The first pro league, the National Basketball League, was formed in 1898 to protect players from exploitation and to promote a less rough game
basketball was invented in 1946, the ABA was founded by Murice Loofer in 1957. The ABA later combined with NBA to form the league today in late 60's.
Not really sure about superstars, doubt they even have that word back then, but you can probably search who is the 1st player named to the 50 greatest player.
Right after WW2, the pro league started. Mikan was the first pro superstar coz' before him the league was not as recognized yet as baseball. He was the white 7 feet behemoth, unstoppable until the very first black superstar, Russell, came %26amp; dominated basketball for a decade. If ya can buy a cd NBA at 50, it will prove what I mean. You'd enjoy it to thae max
Good times bro
The NBL (National basketball league) started in 1937, and continued until the NBA began in 1947. There were also leagues in Pennsylvania in 1910s and 20s, but as far as superstars, there's no names I can recognize as well as Mikan's.
the NBA started in 1946. the first superstar was george mikan of the minneapolis lakers. he dominated the 1950s.
George Mikan, first great Center, he played for the Lakers from the inception of the NBA in 1946 to the mid 50's i believe
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O8Qo-CG9i...
I don't think the players really care about playing or winning anymore. I watchcollegegames, then I watch NBA games, and it seems like the pro players are just cruising and have no interest in competing, no interest in keeping up their image and no interest in playing hard. Is the NBA seriously clueless about how todays players are just abusing the current system which guarantees contracts? Coach Byron Scott of the Hornets even said many players fake or exaggerate injuries to take time off.
Anyone Else Think Pro Basketball Is Not that Competitive?nba betting
I truly agree wit u! Now and days most bball players only play to get paid and to be famous.And if all they have to do is show up, then thats all they're going to do.
Anyone Else Think Pro Basketball Is Not that Competitive?nba fantasy ,nba teams
I don't think that money is all players play for now.
There is plenty of competition; these players are here because this is what they want to do. To win.
i agree like manu ginoblii said last year after winning the championship he said people like me that come from other countries live all their lives to play here and the americans get here and lose their desire to play after they have been paid. i think that is sad and feel bad about the NBA because i have enjoyed the sport for many years. but it is true you have players like nash, parker, ginoblii, novitize or how ever you spell it from dallas, yao ming they play thier hearts out every game and leave everything on the court where as americans tend to take theirs to the other court if you know what i mean so if their are some young players out there who are reading this keep the spirit to play the game and your career will last longer cause once you lose the heart to play so goes your ability.
They make millions and dont have to play defense or anything. Just there to make money and and look flashy. Sucks at times, but still exciting some also. College has a lot better atmosphere and harder working players.
I agree,there seem to be fewer and fewer athletesthat tuly give 100%.Sports has allways partly been about money(everyone has to make a living)but it seems to be shifting more and more towards just money."For the love of the game",is becoming an outdated quote.I dont think it's just in the NBA though,it's all sports that are being affected.I think another thing is expansion.It has cut down on the quality of players we see on a daily basis.As an example,there are pitchers making millions per year in baseball,that 25 years ago couldnt have earned a spot on a MLB roster.Reduced competition for roster spots,means less dedication is requred from an athlete for a roster spot.
Really, there just doesn't appear to be any effort in the NBA, unlikecollegeball. What's their motivation to play hard?
Half the teams in the league make the playoffs, so that's incentive right there to just coast as long as your on an above average team. 25% of the teams are usually out of contention by the all-star break, so they don't care. That leaves 7 or 8 "joe-average" teams to battle it out to make the playoffs over the second half of the season.
I think that the competitivness of players is just about gone. If it is there it is not to win a championship, but rather to the individual glory of being "The best player" "The best dunker" "The best 3 point shooter" etc. It is rediculous. That is why there can never be a comperison to Kobe Bryant and His Airness MJ. There have been so many additions or alternations to the NBA rules and the extremities of what is considered a foul. So for MJ to go to the rim for a drive took alot more effort. If the players would beat up on Kobe like that there would be whistle blown like crazy. And I think there are many reasons for the compettivness loss, wether its the players making more money, to the calls getting to tickey tackey. But the game is suffering the image of BBALL is suffering and the fans are suffering. I have many personal ideas on how to change it if you want to know email me. kb08fan@yahoo.com
the Detroit Pistons, of course!
Who is your favorite pro basketball team?tickets
THE New York Knicks (they'll be back next year)
Who is your favorite pro basketball team?nba ,nba teams
My favorite professional basketball team is the Dallas Mavericks.
NY Knicks
Lakers
new jersey nets
GSW, yeah I'm strong enough to say it!
!!!!!SAN ANTONIO SPURS!!!!!
bulls
Mavericks
76ers
Rockets
!!!!LAKERS!!!!
National basketball Association = Los Angeles Lakers
Philippine Basketball Association = Sta Lucia Realtors
Spurs
76ers
GO MIAMI HEAT ALL DA WAY!!!!!
Dallas Mavericks
Miami Heat
lakers
I know there is semi-pro football, but is there a such thing call semi-pro basketball also?
Is there any semi-pro basketball teams in Baltimore, MD?nba playoffs 2007
Yeah there is....I think its called the CBA? Continental Basketball Association. I do not believe there is one in our area...the MD area that is. Here is a list of the teams: albany patroons, indiana alley cats, minot sky rockets, pittsburg xplosion, butte daredevils, yakama sun kings, great falls explorers, and the vancouver dragons. Sounds like the closest to here is the pittsburg team. You can check out their website: http://www.cbahoopsonline.com/
Is there any semi-pro basketball teams in Baltimore, MD?nba league pass ,nba teams
the Nighthawks??
Hardaway said he hated gays and was homophobic.
How did that hurt anyone?
He voiced his opinion, big deal.
There are millions of people out there that would tell you the same thing, but since it was Hardaway, the media just blew it up into a huge deal.
I didn't see the gay community in this country riot in the steets or anything, I doubt they care.
Political correctness is gettin way out of hand.
I think he should do a commercial like Gieco does with the cavemen. It would be hilarious.
He could have gays coming to him complaining about what he said like the cavemen do in the commercials,
could be a way he could make some $$.
What do you think about a recent statement made by a retired pro basketball player?nba finals 2007
Whether you like gays, or you don't like gays. Everyone has the right to voice his own opinion...are you talking about the actual gay guy who admitted he was gay, or the other guy who said he hates gays
What do you think about a recent statement made by a retired pro basketball player?www.nba.com ,nba teams
no, no, no. arnamechi is the retired one. hardaway, the one who said all that stupidness about hating gays stills plays
he's a p**sy for not doing it while he was playing
a lot of retired players make statements. Be a little more specific. If you mean Hardaways comments then who cares. Finally someone says what the rest are thinking. He took the bullet for the rest of them.
I have to question his motives about why he is coming out with this now. I agree that he may only be doing it for money. Because if he really wanted to make a stand, he would have admitted it years ago while he was still playing. Maybe by now other gay players would not be so afraid to come out about their sexual orientation - although it has nothing to do with their sports careers.
uummm....what?
I comment John Ammechi for coming out. That was probably a difficult thing for him to do. I just wonder what would have happened if he had said this while he was playing. While I don't condone his lifestyle (religious reasons), I do respect the fact that he is his own person. He seems like he's a nice guy, so people should just leave him alone.
And on a side note, although Tim Hardaway had the right to voice his opinion on the matter, the way he said it was out of line. The only reason, he apologized is because he got caught saying what he said on national TV. He even said he wouldn't speak to a relative if they were gay. That just goes to show how he really feels.
My thoughts are "How Convenient"- I could care less on whether he is gay or not, I have never got the whole gay thing but different strokes for different folks I guess BUT nobody has mentioned how ironic that he is coming out in the form of a book. Self serving greedy homosexual or a sly business move. According to which way you look at it, but for the gays to be hailing him for coming out, they are the ones who should be least thrilled because he isn't coming out because of gay pride, he is coming out for the almighty $$$. Once again the gays get bent over. Not that there is anything wrong with that.
even though some people are like that,since u are a basketball star u can not talk about some one being gay
we live in america.... everyone can voice his opinion...
Who are we talking about now, and what did he say?
I think its Lebron James.All of them are good no doubt,but I think Lebron James is the best.His defense is like How Jordan's defense use to be,and offense might be just as good as Jordan's if not better.Everybody knows Michael Jordan was the best to ever play the game.So thats why i say Lebron is the best out of all of them,and maybe in the whole NBA.
Who is the best Pro Basketball Player out of Lebron James,Kobe Bryant,Carmelo Anthony,and Dwayne Wade?nba store
I'm trynna figure out why u asked this question -when you already know who runs things.
(((LEBRON!!!!!!!!!!)))
Who is the best Pro Basketball Player out of Lebron James,Kobe Bryant,Carmelo Anthony,and Dwayne Wade?nba salary ,nba teams
Yes I say Lebron James. He reminds me of Larry Bird with his stat line. Michael Jordan was one of the best players ever but I say look at the record book and Wilt Chamberlain has most of the records. He could do it all.
In the overall its gotta be kobe. i think we'd hear more about dwayne wade were it not for his injuries and the rest of the team falling apart. his performance in the 2006 playoffs was just insane.
Kobe... can you say 81!
Lebron can't be the best. Kobe has 3 rings and he scored 81. D-wade has a ring too. Lebron won the East last year but that isn't a big deal. He is a great player, but right now you have to say Kobe is the best. I don't even like him(suns fan since birth) but you got to give credit where credit is due.
lebron i def agree on everyting u said
LeBron James
kobe
Kobe, everyone always says that he happens to be selfish but thats not the case, he has been passing well lately, how come when you got Wade shooting 30 shots a game or Carmelo shooting that many its fine, but when Kobe goes over 20 hes selfish, i dont gett he media or people to say he is. I mean yea he used to be but hes changed his ways the past couple of years because he wants a title.
Lebron vs. Kobe
Shooting: Kobe
Dunking: Lebron
Defense: Kobe
Passing Ability: Lebron
I think Kobe is a tad bit better overall, but Lebron is definately fun to watch.
Compare Kobe's top 10 plays of 2007:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=RAkjaQoG3bY
to Lebron's top 10 plays of 2007:
http://youtube.com/watch?v=mGR91sOWwvI
I think Lebron is much more exciting to watch.
Kobe's better
Kobe even though he is selfish
Lebron is overated
Wade just flops
Carmelo plays no D
The NBA sucks, March Madness is almost here!
kobe is better all around then lebron, not stat wise. but offense and defence. nobody else can be mention besides ai. in the last 10 yrs kobe and ai has been the best gaurds in the league they have done the most for there teams. you could put mac in there but injuries has killed his chance.
I would lean towards Kobe. I think he's a better outside shooter. LeBron tends to be streaky. LeBron passes better. I think both play good d.
Kobe Bryant. Good defender and can score 40 points everynight if he wanted to.
I would say Kobe just because he has that killer instinct that Lebron lacks. Carmelo is good but not as good as Kobe or Lebron. Wade is an awesome player, better then Carmelo and behing Kobe and Lebron but I can't remember when he actually played a full season, probably back at Marquette.
Personally this question makes me wanna blow up every time I see people's answers! It's always between Kobe and Lebron EVERY SINGLE TIME! Ya know why? First of all Kobe's been in the league the longest. (11 years) Lebron is fliipin 6'8 and 250 lbs! Kobe is 6'6 and 222 lbs. Carmelo is 6'8 and 230 lbs. DWYANE WADE is only 6'4 and 216 lbs! He is the smallest of all! Everybody leaves him out and saws how much better lebron is than him but what the heck??? Lebron weighs 34 more lbs and 4 inches taller!!!! Dwade has better ball control passing mid range jump shot and slaher. lebron has a better perimeter game and dunks. Stop hatin on dwade.
I am a big fan of Lebron and I would be inclined to agree with you. I do think Kobe is an exceptional player and I would be hard pressed to put him in a second place position. It is a hard call. Lebron by a nose!!!
My baby Carmelo
four 12-minute quarters
so technically, it would last 48 min, but with timeouts, deadballs, halftime, foul shots, etc, it usually last approx. 2 and a half hours
What is the duration of the average pro basketball game?nba rumors
2-3 hours
What is the duration of the average pro basketball game?nba salaries ,nba teams
2 1/2 hours-3 hours
2 and a half hours. Some of the close games run longer and the blowouts end quicker
four 12-minute quarters
so technically, it would last 48 min, but with timeouts, deadballs, halftime, foul shots, etc, it usually last approx. 2 and a half hours
What is the duration of the average pro basketball game?nba rumors
2-3 hours
What is the duration of the average pro basketball game?nba salaries ,nba teams
2 1/2 hours-3 hours
2 and a half hours. Some of the close games run longer and the blowouts end quicker
BEATING DEFENSIVE PRESSURE
What do you do when a defender gets up in your grill, and pressures you with extreme body-to-body pressure? He's frustrating you, taking you out of your rhythm and ability to square up to the goal. For some players, their best basketball moves simply won't work in this situation. So most players just pass, or dribble backwards, or even worse back up on their heels and lose their ability to attack. The result is often a turnover. And this is exactly what the defense wants.
But, as Coach Torbett says, you must not show fear. “You must meet pressure with aggression.” If the defense plays you this tight, you must make him pay by driving past him, straight to the goal. The question is, how do you do it? How do you drive past a defender who won't even allow you to get into the Triple Attack Position?
I need a real basketball pro to answer this question?nba free agents
The answer lies in the Quadruple Attack Position. Your coach may not know this. That means there are 4 things you can do with the ball. The 4th thing = fake and that's the key. Shot, pass and foot fakes.
Your defender is playing ultra aggressive. Dribbling backwards does nothing except tell him that what he is doing is bothering you. You don't want to dribble EVER until he makes the first move. Make a good pass fake and watch his reaction. That means no matter how much the pressure, you MUST be facing him. If he moves a step or even leans in the direction of the fake. you dribble by him on the opposite side. Use what I call an 'explode' dribble by getting the ball out on the floor. You can take one stride legally when you dribble which is around 5-6'. Your dribble must be out past your stride by another 5-6'. Practice this. I have my students start about six feet out beyond the 3-pt arc. From there they are expected to get to the basket in just one dribble and lay it in. At first they look at me like I'm crazy. But with a little practice they find they can do it.
A good fake will at least get him off balance, then one dribble gets you past him and you go to the hole or pull up and shoot the 'J'.
You must practice your fakes (use a full length mirror for this) until they look realistic. Then he won't get close to you again. By the way, not wearing deodorant also helps you create the space you need.
I need a real basketball pro to answer this question?nba logo ,nba teams
when u are already using your driblle get low and protect the ball then relax your body because then the defnse relaxes then use a burst of speed to turn the corner. then when u go by them switch hands so they dont reach from behind when u attack the baskets stay under controll because u may have open teamates under the basket rady to finish with a bucket and if there good a dunk. in the triple threat position if they are forcing you in a direction go the other way and attack their lead foot because then they must turn before they can even think to run with you. use a lot of jab steps and use differnt basketball tapes rick torbert is an idiot i should say that i just dont like his methods. listen to me i played varsity as a freshman last year
That is kind of a vague question as no position or situation is specifically described.
Basketball is a team game, so there are so many options that a book could be written about this one scenario.
First, the best way to avoid this situation is never to get in this situation.
Second, playing team offense, a pass is a good way out of this situation and then run around using screens trying to rub this guy off if you want the ball back.
Second (part II), playing team offense, use a screen to rub this guy off of you.
Third, shoot a jumper over the defender and hit nothing but net. This will get his attention. I mean is the defender Superman or something.
Fourth, as the defender is so close, it should be somewhat easy for a decent basketball player to get by the defender as the offensive player can go either left or right and the defender never knows what the offensive player is going to do.
So, some times you will just have to pull up and take a jumper over the defender. If you can't do this, then either you are playing the best defender around or you haven't spent enough time practicing your personal game.
Next option is blow past this guy either to his left or his right at full speed, stop on a dime, and pull up for a mid range jumper.
Next option is blow past this guy either to his left or his right at full speed and go all of the way to the hole where you have to be good enough to get the ball in the hole over maybe some 6' 11" defender who is moving over to help out.
As part of the first option which is just to shoot the ball, I personally always liked the behind the back dribble to get the ball on whichever side you want to shoot from and shoot either a straight up jumper or a fade away jumper, but I only had to do this once or twice in a game situation.
The best shot I ever saw from the perimeter was by an extremely pressured and closely guarded Brian Winters shooting a behind the back dribble fade away three point jumper several feet behind the three point line to hit nothing but net at the buzzer to send the game either into the first overtime or second overtime where Milwaukee eventually lost in three overtimes.
Hey, if you can't do stuff like this, then you haven't done enough individual practice daily, every day for years.
Yeah, if you are the average player who does not do a lot of individual practice, then you are not going to be able to handle a situation like this.
Basketball is a team game and there are things like screens or passing the ball to one of the other 4 players on the team who will have a better opportunity to score.
I mean if you are playing the best defensive player around, you will have to do a lot of work and moving without the ball and using screens from teammates if you want to be the one who scores.
But, who says you have to be the one who tries to take every shot?
Okay, if you are playing 1 on 1, then that is different, and blowing by the guy to either take a mid range jump shot or going all of the way to the hole should be done fairly easily.
It takes a lot of individual practice time to improve a game to handle the "extreme pressure" situations, but it can be done.
Anything can be done and overcome, but it requires a lot of skill which can only be obtained from a ton of individual practice.
I do agree that you cannot and should not show fear particularly if you have practiced enough of your individual skills. Even not showing fear but having fear inside is as bad as showing fear. You have to be good enough to beat any defender, or otherwise, why even bother to walk onto a basketball court.
I definitely do not agree that you must meet pressure with aggression unless you call putting the ball in the hole aggression. You beat anything in basketball the easiest way by scoring.
Also, you do not always meet pressure with aggression. Like on a full court press, if that is ever played anymore since "The Wizard of Westwood" retired and before the advent of the "Hack a Shaq" defense, the best way to beat the pressure of a full court defense was to dribble into the strength of the full court defense in order to draw a double team as you want to attract the defensive double team in kind of a "Venus Fly Trap" manner, but the offensive player must pass to the open offensive teammate just a fraction of a second before the double team meets the original offensive player. I would call this beating pressure by suckering the defense.
Yes, in football, you must meet pressure with aggression, but not in basketball as there are so many ways to beat pressure through both poise and teamwork.
You have to sometimes lower your shoulder if the D is playing that tight. If your best move isn't working, then you haven't practiced it good enough. The truth is, there is no miracle thing to break past the pressure. It is a matter of instinct and agression.
You copied that straight from the betterbasketball website. I bet Rick Barry knows the answer. :)
first off if he is up at you face and pressuring you
he probably is grabbing and pushing you too,
you need to create space first, if they get
physical you need to use your legs, hips, elbows
to knock them off, usually as Charles Barkley
says at the beginning of the game, just give them
a real good hard elbow to the chest so they
keep away from you.
no if he is not grabbing or pushing, cross-over
or miss direction plays work well to get the
space, fake left, go right, or even if you are
shooting, double pump to get them off their feet.
Use their aggression against them.
as far as often the result being turnover, not true,
if you have good ball handling skills, and are
a physically strong player, you can dribble inside
and draw the fouls and make the shots. So do
weights, and work on your ball handling skills.
but my advice is knock them off on their behind
at the beginning so they keep their distance.
it really is about who control the game, if you
let him ride you, its all over.
This may sound easier said than done, it is all about a good first step.
Pass the ball up and demand for it back.
Receive the ball with both hands, and secure it.
Don't dribble until you gather yourself from receiving the ball and is facing the net and know where all other 8 players are.
As long as you still have your first step, you should be able to get by any tight coverage if you are a decent player.
The defense may back off because you never dribble yet to prevent this, if this is the case, do a fake shot attempt, to suck him in, then either go up to draw a foul or go by him.
You need to have hand just like George Costanza said so in Seinfeld (Although his situation is for breaking up). As long as you have not start dribbling, you have hand as the offensive player.
its kinda complicated but u gotta make him think that you are at his mercy
Play it like his defense is overwhelming and then just give a quick jab step
if the defender is that much up on you then he will go for it every time and u will make him look like a fool
Ask someone to give you a screen then drive then pop back out to the screener and let im shoot. But if you're a Gilbert Arenas, shoot behind the screener or do a running jumper or fade away shot.
Well if your a righty make sure you get low and bend ur knees then give the defender a little jab step, if he doesnt back off for righties take your left foot cross the opponets body then make sure you re left foot is in front of his left foot, which is in defense position.then turn your shouders in front of the defender and burst..once your shoulder is front of thedefender he cannot get back in position and the only way to stop you is to foul you....probally going to need to read it more then once but effective.
Pick and Roll and Ball screen is your best bet. Also, they are at the risk of getting into foul trouble if they are playing airtight. So try to initiate the contact as your last resort, but don't force it, or it will be an offensive foul.
You have to have a killer crossover if you wanna take that kind of defender one - on - one.
Like I said before, pick and roll is the best option. It worked for Malone and Stockton, and works for most teams.
triple attack is kind of a complicated strategy in pressure defense, specially man 2 man. but coupled with a pick, it can work.
yeah coach is right "you must meet presure with agression" soooo tackle.I I mean "stick" the mutha fuka with your shoulders in his chest.it works for me and i get to the basket easy.go Rockets!!!
Try to get the ball in a triple threat position. Face him. Try a fake step to create seperation. If you sell it you got him. As he recovers you can do any number of things. Fake a shot to get him to reach and then blow by him. If you are a confident shooter with the skill enough to shoot with a hand in you face, that seperation can get you the look. But the idea is to get him in a recovery position. This should be pretty easy to do since he is over playing you anyway. The harder and closer he is playing you the the faster and more dramatic his reactions have to be to keep up. And this is the advantage. I hope this helps. It should be alot easier to show you though. Remember: They can't stop me EVER. No Way, No How. This is my House!!!
whatever u do dont let him get in ur head. make him fear u. dont be intimidated. always keep the defender guessing. its very simple, if the defender is all up in ur grill and playing u tight, pull a pump fake and drive on him. dont be afraid to be physical. if he's playing loose, fake a drive and pull for the J. u can always use ur body to catch the ball (watch Kobe). once u do, bring the ball and low and be in the triple attack position. there are a wide array of moves to do: jab steps, pump fakes, crossovers. Use ur STRENGTH to drive. there are many moves: power hops, spins, etc. just watch videos of great players: michael jordan, kobe, dwyane wade, etc. good luck.
Get low protect the ball stick your head out and work on your strength and speed.
Because my friend is in the colorguard competition tonight and if they win they get to do colorguard at the game. And TOP said it would be televised so just wondering what channel it would be on.
What Channel Does the Anaheim Arsenal (semi pro basketball) Play On?2003 nba draft
ESPN...
I know it probably vary's on the skill level, and its probably nothing near what US players make. But i know a person i went to school with, he played for Central Flordia, and now plays for a team over in Germany in some Euro League, i was just wondering how he's doing for him self money wise, or is he living off peanuts just waiting to get spotted by a team over here?
How much does a German Pro Basketball player make?nba 2k
i live in germany and basketball is getting pretty popular over here .
if he plays in the euro leauge he must be in one of the best german teams and they pay good
not as good as the nba ofcourse
but close
the average is probably 15 thousand euros a month
but players from the us get payed better
How much does a German Pro Basketball player make?nba updates ,nba teams
a coupon for octoberfest and free dvd of beerfest.
I'd be scared that they might be going up for a dunk and get slapped in the face and choke on the gum... do they just swallow the gum? Where do they hide it in their mouth?
Why do pro basketball players chew gum whilst playing?nba trade rumors
When breathing open-mouthed for several hours, the mouth becomes dry and parched...and thirst develops. Chewing gum works the salivary glands
and stimulates the production of spit...keeping the mouth moist.
Why do pro basketball players chew gum whilst playing?nba standings ,nba teams
I never really knew they chewed while playing.I wouldn't chew coz you can bite your tongue or something.
i dont know about pro ball, but i play for my highschool, and we all chew gum. I put it in the side of my mouth... it helps keep my mouth moist i guess, and i have something to chew on when i get "pumped"....make sense? haha
Maybe to keep from having a dry mouth they chew gum. They are moving a lot and only get a drink when there is a timeout
Because cookies get crumbs all over the floor.
c'mon...they do it to look cool. of course, mj was the first bball player that i remember seeing chewing gum while playing. so just like verything else he does...everyone else wants to be like mike.
i agree with heh8me2. it is probably because they can't drink while playing so that is how they keep there mouths moist and not all dry so they can keep playing. they probably put the gum to the side of there mouth and keep it there so they won't swallow it.
i am really dedicated i play about 3hrs a day and more on weekends. I have played since i was 5years old and i really love the sport. i really ant to play for the nba. hat would be the chances of me making it? and would it be likely? i am a freshman, and i play on varsity and i pretty much start evrygame. i am 6foot3 and i average 19 points a game
What are the chances of becoming a pro basketball player and playing for the nba?nba schedule
the chances are slimmer than winning the state lottery.
What are the chances of becoming a pro basketball player and playing for the nba?nba mock drafts ,nba teams
Hello! I like your ambitious personality! I think you can make it there. MJ said that with devotion you can make it. Believe me.
If you do make it to the NBA, perhaps you'll have to focus on being a good point guard now. Also, to reach NBA standards and become a good shooter, coaches say that we shoot 500 to 1000 shots a day. Some excellent NBA players play from dawn to night when they're young (I can't remember if it's Magic Johnson; I read it from a book).
Don't let others pull you off-track, because they think they can't and try to affect your mentality. Just believe in yourself and show the coaches that you really want to make it.
People say it's hard but somethings aren't as hard as they seem. For example, a few days ago I bought five Duel Masters booster packs and I got a Bolmeteus Steel Dragon, the rarest and most valuable Duel Masters card printed by Wizards of the Coast. Others didn't believe they could get it, but I did-and got it.
3v3r43v3r, you can listen to Michael Bolton's "Go the Distance" or Elton John's "Measure of a Man" when you need inspiration.
All the best man!!
if you work hard and play well incollegeyou have a chance
It is very slim dude but don't feel discouraged. Work hard and keep that dream alive! Someday you might actually make it.
I think you can make it, but the reason why it's gonna be hard is because there is too much competition. I know some one who quick fast and dominates the inside, plus he's 6 "10", but he didn't reach the NBA. Don't feel discouraged. I do have some tips, If your a Gaurd focus on making plays, play with/for 50% fun 30% devotion 15%teamwork and 5% stats. Remember put your team first not you. I wish you good luck.
you have a 100% chance keep on going and ill buy you jersey
I think your good playing 3 hrs a day. Now, what you need to do is this: Make 500 jumpers before and 500 after playing. Practice your ball handling skills constantly, carry a basketball if you have to (dribble every place you can). Make sure that you work on your 'side to side' movement constantly. You want to be very fast going side to side to stop opposing point guards. Also, don't forget to join a track team (run sprints and long distance) and lift weights (medium muscle regimen) on top of all the practice I mentioned above. This should take all day after school. Oh yea...eat very healthy (high carbs, high proteins and no sugar). Drink 2 gallons of water per day. Almost forgot, listen to your coach and do this 5 days a week. Rest one day, but not on consecutive occasions and just chill out those days. On your days off, just make about 500 jumpers and 200 layups each day. Do it until the basket looks big and keep going til you reach your number.
Realistically, your chance is probably one in a million.
It seems like there has been a drought for achievements for the unlucky 12th draft pick since 1989 (Mookie Blaylock), why?
Name the best 12th Picks of all time in the NBA Draft?2006 nba draft
Wow, I never noticed that. You would think that SOMEONE would come out of the twelveth pick.
As you mentioned, Mookie Blaylock is one of the top players to be selected 12th. Other "recent" all stars were John Paxson and Kelly Tripuka.
Biggest name to be drafted though would have to be a fellow by the name of Erving drafted in 1972. Although Dr. J played pro ball in the ABA for a few years before that, his NBA draft position was still technically twelfth.
the first one I ever saw was Daryl(Chocolate Thunder) Dawkins of Doctor J's 76ers(he would name his dunks to sound like Parliment/funkadelic lyrics)...he shattered two, then they had to change the way and materials used to construct them...
Who was the first person in pro basketball to break a backboard?nba graphics
darrly dawkins dunked it and broke the hoop
Who was the first person in pro basketball to break a backboard?nba live 2007 ,nba teams
My gramma in 1942....LOL
that would be darryl dawkins
Me, In 1960 I am now 73, but back in I played for the now Lakers, I dunked it, and it fell almost on top of me, the hoops were not as nice as they are now.
do you mean europe ? I think you would have to join a semi-pro league or if your still young go tocollegeand play ball there.
How do I get exposure in order to get a chance to play international pro basketball?nba jam
Sign out for D-League...There's a lot of NBA scouts looking at every game they will call you if they think you have the ability to enhance the team they need you in.
How do I get exposure in order to get a chance to play international pro basketball?nba graphics ,nba teams
You should play for a college.. Then some people that aren't good enough for the NBA go and play in some other countries..
goes to the league office or back to the team if it is a team fine
Concerning Pro Basketball: When a player is fined what happens to that money. Where does it go?nba mvp
Concerning all pro sports the fines go to the league in question.
Concerning Pro Basketball: When a player is fined what happens to that money. Where does it go?nba trades ,nba teams
It goes to the commissioner, whom then gives it to charity or buys new things for the league or him/her self.
I have around 500 10x10 patio stones and trying to figure out if I have enough to make a half court or at least till the top of thecollegekey with another 3 ft for shooting. What is the square footage of a half court basketball court?
How many square feet is a half court of a pro basketball court?nba statistics
Acollegeand pro court is 94'x50', which would be 4700 square feet. A full half court, then, would be 47'x50', or 2350 square feet.
Your 10"x10" patio stones, then, will not even come close to making a half court. If you go the full 50' wide, it will take 60 stones for each row across the court. Your 500 stones will make a court 50' wide by about 8' deep - you won't even be close to the free throw line. And 10"x10" patio blocks will probably result in many ankle injuries - I wouldn't particularly recommend this.
If the blocks are 10'x10' (ten foot by ten foot) rather than 10"x10" (ten inches by ten inches), I'm first trying to figure out how you are moving them. But at 10'x10', 500 stones would give you a full sized court, with a little space on the endlines.
How many square feet is a half court of a pro basketball court?nba store ,nba teams
Since a pro court is 4700 sq. ft. , a half pro court is 2350 sq. ft.
Ive heard WNBAs basketball is bigger than NBA is that true?Ive always thougt it was since women are clumsier with thier hands.LOL!
In womens pro basketball is the basketball bigger than the NBA?nba odds
Spalding NBA Ball: 30.5
WNBA Ball: 29.5
NCAA Ball: 29.5
Whatever you heard about there ball being bigger isn't tree. If you've ever gotten a chance to hold their ball it's alot lighter as well.
In womens pro basketball is the basketball bigger than the NBA?nba statistics ,nba teams
its smaller goon
nah deir half an inch in circumference smaller
no
No. It's 1" less in circumference than the men's ball.
Nah, just the women are smaller. I believe one of the tallest to be 6-8 and PF's shorter than 6-00.
Its smaller... cuz women have smaller hands.
dude no...its smaller
men's diameter 29 cm
womens 28.5
The womens' are slightly smaller.....moron.
No, its smaller. Yeah, they are pretty clumsy sometimes but its probably not the ball.
no.
regulation size is about a 28.5
i believe mens is 29.5
and women's is 28.5
No! Women hav smaller hands, the NBA ball is 28 or 29.5onces and the WNBA is 16-20onces
I'm doing genealogy research and I have picture of her in her uniform but no info. I believe the team was out of the Canton area in Ohio. thanks!
Does anyone have information on womens semi pro basketball during the 1940's? My great aunt played on a team.nba shop
The Canton Public Library has an online reference desk service called Know It Now and their genealogy department offers to answer questions. See the links below.
Does anyone have information on womens semi pro basketball during the 1940's? My great aunt played on a team.nba schedules ,nba teams
Try the web site below, it is a subscription site but there are a number of free newspapers to view.
Good luck and good hunting
