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Monday, April 29th, 2013

Sports Illustrated Cover Story: NBA Player Jason Collins Says “I’m Gay”

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Set to appear in the pages of the May 6 issue of Sports Illustrated, NBA journeyman Jason Collins penned a personal essay called “The Gay Athlete” that starts, “I’m a 34-year-old NBA center. I’m black. And I’m gay.” Collins’ admission…

Watch the Trailer for ‘Lenny Cooke’ which Chronicles When a “Can’t Miss” Basketball Prospect Doesn’t Pan Out

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Back in 2001, the name “Lenny Cooke” was as recognizable in the high-profile world of prep basketball as his peers LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony and Amar’e Stoudemire. After a sordid career that saw him average 30 points and 15 rebounds…

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Admittedly, we don’t show a lot of sports highlights around these parts. But it’s hard to ignore certain aspects of sporting culture when it transcends mere box score analysis and becomes a pop culture lightning rod. Case in point, the…

Russell Westbrook for Vogue Italia February 2013

Russell Westbrook combines two aspects — style and athletic performance — perfectly. Besides being one of the most interesting basketball stars in the world, many suggest that Westbrook is “without a doubt, the division’s best dressed.” The New York Times,…

Watch the Official Trailer for “The Iran Job”

The Iran Job follows American basketball player Kevin Sheppard as he accepts a job to play in one of the world’s most feared countries: Iran. Along the way he forms an unlikely alliance with three outspoken Iranian women. Thanks to these women, his apartment…

Check Out Complex’s “50 Things You Didn’t Know About Michael Jordan”

In his 18 year career, Michael Jordan won six NBA championships, five MVP awards, and developed the most popular line of sneakers in history. To celebrate the greatest basketball player of all-time’s first half century on this Earth, Complex has put together a fascinating article,…

Russell Westbrook for VMAN Magazine’s “The Next Gen Issue”

With the upcoming NBA All-Star Game this Sunday, we are happy to offer you a preview of the exclusive Russell Westbrook interview for “The Next Gen Issue” of VMAN magazine, which hits newsstands February 14th. The Oklahoma City Thunder point…

ESPN Honors Michael Jordan with “Gotta Be The Shoes!” – Watch it Here

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With Michael Jordan celebrating his 50th birthday this month, ESPN decided to give the legend a b-day present of their own. “Gotta Be The Shoes!” takes a look at Jordan‘s iconic brand, which has been responsible for releasing some of the most timeless…

Watch ‘Playing for the City That Made Me’ Episode 2 Starring Carmelo Anthony

Carmelo Anthony thrives under the bright lights. When you play for NY, the city’s grittiness, authenticity, and even scrutiny serves as a daily motivation — and you can see it in the evolution of Melo’s game. Watch episode two of…

Nike Basketball Debuts “Count on Kobe” Campaign

Nike Basketball’s new film debuting this month, Count on Kobe, features visually arresting images juxtaposed with footage of Kobe Bryant to demonstrate the unparalleled drive, skill and commitment of one of the hardest-working and most-dedicated players of all time. The…

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Monday, April 29th, 2013

Sports Illustrated Cover Story: NBA Player Jason Collins Says “I’m Gay”

Tuesday, April 23rd, 2013

Watch the Trailer for ‘Lenny Cooke’ which Chronicles When a “Can’t Miss” Basketball Prospect Doesn’t Pan Out

Is 14-Year-Old Seventh Woods the Next LeBron James?

Monday, February 25th, 2013

Russell Westbrook for Vogue Italia February 2013

Friday, February 22nd, 2013

Watch the Official Trailer for “The Iran Job”

Sunday, February 17th, 2013

Check Out Complex’s “50 Things You Didn’t Know About Michael Jordan”

Saturday, February 16th, 2013

Russell Westbrook for VMAN Magazine’s “The Next Gen Issue”

Tuesday, February 12th, 2013

ESPN Honors Michael Jordan with “Gotta Be The Shoes!” – Watch it Here

Saturday, January 19th, 2013

Watch ‘Playing for the City That Made Me’ Episode 2 Starring Carmelo Anthony

Thursday, January 17th, 2013

Nike Basketball Debuts “Count on Kobe” Campaign