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Play It Again II, with the voice of the Blue Devils Bob Harris and color commentator Mike Waters, features radio highlights from Duke University's 1992 NCAA Men's Basketball National Championship run that saw the team defeat Campbell, Iowa, Seton Hall, and edge Kentucky in what is widely considered one of the greatest college basketball games ever played, before beating Indiana and the University of Michigan's Fab Five in the title game.

By 1977 the University of Evansville’s Purple Aces basketball team had won five small-college national championships. With a charismatic young coach and a freshman phenom, this small Indiana city hoped to see its team shine in the national spotlight. Then, on a foggy night, after just four games, the plane carrying the team and its coach crashed after takeoff, killing everyone on board.

For generations, basketball has united people through the players' unwavering determination and the thrilling moments that define this sport. However, there exists a realm of untold stories and experiences beyond the scores displayed on the scoreboard and the excitement of winning or losing that have greatly influenced the sport and the individuals who participate in it. These tales are the pieces to the whole puzzle of what makes basketball one of the greatest sports there are today.

A thought-provoking exploration of how basketball—and the values rooted in the game—can solve today’s most pressing issues, from the professor behind the popular New York University course NBA and WNBA superstars, Hall of Fame players, coaches, and leading cultural figures have all dropped...

A fast, gritty, durable player who could read a basketball floor as well as anyone who ever played the game, John Stockton left the NBA after 19 seasons with the Utah Jazz, holding a massive assist record, including the career mark (15,806). He also twice led the league in steals - with a career total of 3,265 - and retired as the NBA's all-time leader. And during Stockton's career, the Jazz never missed the playoffs.

We live in a culture that has forgotten the need for encouragement. Who doesn't need some direction, guidance, and encouragement in their life?Each Wednesday, join Justin Fatica as he interviews experts in encouragement - from all walks of life! Mentors and leaders in athletics, business, parenting, and more share how they give and receive encouragement.Anyone can become the most encouraging person on the planet!

To honor a husband, father, former NBA player, we decided to call on a few friends to have them give their thoughts of the person Los Angeles Lakers Kobe Bryant. Artwork by skitterphoto, designed See The Fruits, Inc.

Bill Russell has been hailed as the greatest team player of the 20th century. As a five-time NBA Most Valuable Player, he is one of the most important basketball players ever, and with 11 championships as player and coach of the Boston Celtics, he is one of basketball's greatest winners. Russell Rules offers inspiring lessons on commitment, personal integrity, team ego, and craftsmanship that are as relevant to the entrepreneur or parent as they are to the athlete.

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A deeply affecting coming-of-age memoir about family, love, loss, basketball—and life itself—by the beloved author of The Prince of Tides and The Great Santini During one unforgettable season as a Citadel cadet, Pat Conroy becomes part of a basketball team...

A young man's journey through the Philippines' most unlikely obsession: Basketball. In Pacific Rims, Rafe Bartholemew, journalist, New Yorker, and veteran baller, ventures through the Philippines to investigate the country's love of basketball. From street corners where diehards fashion hoops out of old car parts to the professional league where politicians exploit team loyalties to win elections, Pacific Rims gets the story - and gets in the game.

EuroLeague & Friends is your weekly podcast hosted by a roster of women contributors from across EuroLeague territories. Join us as we dive into different perspectives on each week's thrilling EuroLeague games and engage in an exciting debate to determine the MVP of the Month. Our panel of basketball enthusiasts and experts break down key moments, standout performances, and game-changing strategies.

It is often said that while Dr. James Naismith invented basketball in Massachusetts, the sport was raised and ultimately came of age in the high schools of Indiana, the state where politics, religion, and sweet corn fall in line behind the game played with the round orange ball. Tales from Indiana High School Basketball

Founded in July 2013 Beautiful Ballers we promote confidence, positive self-esteem and overall boldness that only Beautiful Ballers can. After one look at our page, you’ll understand why these girls are Beauties & Beasts! We encourage women to see that being an athlete distinguishes you from the rest, and adds to the beauty that is you! Beautiful Ballers sets out to: Cultivate the growth of womenInspire women to believe that being an athlete doesn’t diminish your beautyIncrease confidence in all female athletes Advance the awareness of female athletes by showcasing beautiful, talented ...

A podcast focused on a variety of topics such as sports primarily, but also gym, life, philosophy, etc.Hope you enjoy!!

INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER A SELECTION ON BARACK OBAMA’S SUMMER READING LIST The definitive history of the 1990s New York Knicks, illustrating how Pat Riley, Patrick Ewing, John Starks, Charles Oakley, and Anthony Mason resurrected the iconic franchise through oppressive physicality and...

NBA History is your go-to podcast for deep dives into the greatest moments, legendary players, and unforgettable eras of the NBA. Whether it’s the dominance of the ‘90s Bulls, the Showtime Lakers, or the rise of modern superstars, we break it all down with expert analysis, fun debates, and insider stories. If you love basketball and its rich history, this is the show for you!

A New York Times bestselling sportswriter tells the inside story of how three star players joined together to form the most dominant team in basketball and lead the Boston Celtics to their first championship in more than two decades. The first of "The Big Three" was Paul Pierce. As Boston...

Welcome to Buckets & Blitzes, the daily sports debate show where the biggest stories in the NBA and NFL get broken down, challenged, and argued from every angle. Every morning, two passionate hosts go head-to-head on the hottest topics in sports, delivering bold takes, heated debates, predictions, reactions, trade rumors, playoff races, coaching decisions, fantasy implications, betting angles, and everything fans are talking about right now. Powered by the latest sports news and trends, each episode dives deep into the biggest headlines of the day while creating the kind of entertaining ...

Hier feiern wir die Basketballteams aus Münster, ganz besonders die Jugendteams. Dazu interviewen wir hauptsächlich die Coaches, aber auch die Schiedsrichter, Vorstände und alle weiteren Ehrenamtlichen.

The seven-foot Dirk Nowitzki is one of the great players in basketball history. With a devastating fadeaway and unexpected agility, the Dallas Mavericks superstar helped to pioneer the modern three-shooting game and became a global ambassador for the sport. Award-winning novelist and sportswriter Thomas Pletzinger traveled with Nowitzki for more than seven years, seeking the secret of his success and longevity. In novelistic detail, Pletzinger tells the dramatic story of how a lanky kid from the German suburbs became a top-five all-time scorer and NBA champion.