The Basics
Knowing the Basics of Basketball will help you to better appreciate the skill and finesse that players at the college and pro level demonstrate every time they take the court. See more »
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Basketball is one of the most exciting and fast-paced games in modern history. Players on each team can span from 300-lb, 7-foot centers to speedy 5'6" guards that dart around the court.
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Players
Basketball Players are a varied bunch. Each player must not only be a talented and well-conditioned athlete, but also be a good team player. See more »
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Coaches
Great Basketball Coaches have been few and far between. The coaching greats like Wooden, Riley and Dean Smith were all able to guide their players and bring out the best in each of them each night. See more »
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Is there a science to bracketology?
To some people, the month of March means the beginning of spring. To others, it's time to party for St. Patrick's Day. But for college basketball fans, March means only one thing: March Madness. Before you place any bets, though, you need to fill out your bracket.
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Robert Parish
Robert Parish played more games than any player in history and won four championship rings. His career ended with the Chicago Bulls, who ironically were torn over whether or not to draft him 20 years earlier.
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