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What is NBA Summer League?

The highlights are everywhere. You are not ready to watch this @jcollins20_ dunk. pic.twitter.com/guymdlyPku — NBA (@NBA) July 12, 2017 […]

James Naismith and the Invention of Basketball

In December 1891, college teacher James Naismith had a problem. His students, forced indoors because of winter, had become rowdy. They had a lot of energy, but no way to burn it off. But James Naismith had the perfect game for them!

How Do I Get Started

Anyone can play basketball. All you need is a ball and a hoop. Most playgrounds and schools have basketball hoops. […]

What to Do When You Don’t Have the Ball

During a game there will be times when you will not have the ball. So what are you supposed to […]

What To Do When You’re Not in the Game

Unfortunately not everyone can be in the game at the same time. Just because you are not playing doesn’t mean […]

Wilt Chamberlain: Historic Rebounding Machine

On November 24, 1960, Wilt Chamberlain set the NBA record for most rebounds in a game. Wilt the Stilt had […]

Warriors Make History

With their win against the Grizzlies in the final game of the regular season, the Warriors finished 73-9, the best regular-season record […]

Spurs Try to Go Perfect at Home

The San Antonio Spurs are having a historic season, but they have literally been unstoppable at home. The Spurs are […]

What is the WNBA?

The first regular-season WNBA game was played on June 21, 1997. Eight teams played in the first season, and the Houston Comets won the first WNBA Finals in 1997. There are 12 teams today with six in each conference (Eastern and Western). Each team plays 34 regular-season games, beginning in June. Eight teams qualify for the WNBA Playoffs, which begin in September. Conference champions meet in the WNBA Finals.

What is the NBA D-League?

The NBA Development League is the NBA’s official minor league. The D-League, which began in 2001, prepares players, coaches, officials, trainers, and front offices for the NBA. The 2015-16 season features 19 teams, each affiliated with an NBA team. Each team plays 50 regular-season games, beginning in November. Eight teams qualify for D-League Playoffs, which begin in April. 38 percent of NBA players have D-League experience.

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