basketball

Kobe Beefcake

Max Read · 05/04/10 02:31AM

[Kobe Bryant, here dressed as a color-by-number gentleman farmer, is likely to spend the next few weeks wondering what he was thinking when he agreed to a photo shoot with the L.A. Times Magazine.]

Fancy Slam Dunk Attempt Goes Awry

Zach Mack · 04/12/10 04:13PM

Using props in dunk contests is all but overdone these days. But having to call in a crew with a ladder to get you down? Now thats something you don't see in every competition. Stick to nailing threes, buddy.

Soccer players Shooting Hoops With Their Feet

Jon Martin · 03/25/10 12:24PM

Not a basketball fan? Not a soccer fan? Either way, you'll find these guys impressive. Watch as a group of skilled soccer players make their transition to the basketball court.

Amazing Behind the Back Board Shot

Aman Ellis · 03/12/10 04:57PM

Watch as Sacramento King's newest recruit and NBA rookie Tyreke Evans sinks an amazing shot; out of bounds, behind the back board, and 'one'.

Basketball: Fat, Feisty, and Fabulous

Devon Irete · 03/05/10 02:47PM

This newscast about the 'battle' of a basketball team is less informative as it is more a wonderful view into how people completely misunderstand the rules of basketball.

The Top Ten Bob Knight Sound Bites

Alison Flood · 03/01/10 11:07AM

Get excited for March Madness with the ten best quotes from iconic coach Bobby Knight. Known as The General and for his record-breaking 902 NCAA Division I wins, Bobby Knight is just as notorious for his mouth.

Reactions From Saturday's Slam Dunk Contest

David Matthews · 02/15/10 01:46PM

The Slam Dunk Contest is routinely the highlight of NBA All Star Weekend. This year was an exception: the usual lack of stars and a strangely unenthusiastic crowd made for a boring event. However, there were some kernels of fun.

Amazing Basketball Shot

Michael Jordan · 02/02/10 03:22PM

This kid kicks a basketball over a yard, two driveways, and two trees and, incredibly, sinks the shot.