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Punks: Grindin' My Whole Life

A top-5 recruit headed to Duke in 2018, CAMERON REDDISH joins some elite company as the latest blue chip prospect to declare he’s taking his talents to the aptly named Cameron Indoor Stadium.

Moriah Jefferson

San Antonio Stars 5-6, G

Jonquel Jones

Connecticut Sun 6-6, F

Blue Chip

He may not have won Rookie of the Year, but CARMELO ANTHONY’s first NBA season was responsible for the rebuilding—and rebranding—of the Denver Nuggets.

A Welcome Distraction

As we endure a divisive, troublesome shift in American politics, basketball is a solace. And, appropriately, nowhere has that been truer this season than in Washington, DC. 

New Found Glory

Despite a prolific hoops career at the high school and collegiate levels, BILQIS ABDUL-QAADIR isn’t able to play professional basketball because of her commitment to her religion. Until FIBA changes its antiquated rules against headwear on the court, she’s finding new ways to share her spirit with the world.

Rage & The Machine

With the enigmatic RUSSELL WESTBROOK now the face of the franchise and young guns STEVEN ADAMS and VICTOR OLADIPO locked up long-term to be his sidekicks, the Oklahoma City Thunder have a brand new core. Beware—a storm is brewing.

The Best In The World

It was a finals with an ending nobody saw coming, but after a next-level performance from a quiet superstar, the steady play of a few role players and the weight of an entire city (wait—country) thrown behind a scrappy team most figured would be a second- or third-round out, the L.O.B. Now lives in Canada.

Bigger Than You

JAMAICAN BORN-AND-BRED PROSPECT KOFI COCKBURN WORKED HIS WAY TO BECOMING ONE OF THE BEST HS PLAYERS IN THE US AND A STANDOUT IN HIS CURRENT HOMETOWN OF NYC

Dakota & Dylan Gonzalez

UNLV 6-0, G And 6-0, G

Hot Mic

NYC radio personality peter rosenberg obviously knows rap. And having grown up emulating his idols on the maryland terrapins and boston celtics, he honed a decent jumper of his own, too.

Everything I Am

Milwaukee Bucks forward Jabari Parker showed flashes of brilliance last season that indicate an All-Star selection in ’16-17 is within reach. More importantly, the 21-year-old has become one of the most outspoken players in the League when it comes to social issues and giving back to the community, especially in his home city of Chicago.

I Got The Juice

JOEL EMBIID’s rookie season was put on hold for years as he struggled through foot injuries and jokes at his expense. Finally healthy, he’s proven in a few short months on the court why he’s the franchise player the Sixers were searching for—and the kind of star personality Philadelphia loves.

Grindin' for the Longest

Like many women’s hoops stars, ANGEL MCCOUGHTRY spends her WNBA offseasons playing more pro ball overseas. Which is why the 30-year-old is stepping away from the Atlanta Dream this coming season.

Mr. Big Shot

The impossible dribble combinations. The clutch shots. The sneakers. The hardware. KYRIE IRVING is the hottest player in the NBA right now. The craziest part? The 24-year-old Cavs PG is only just beginning to find himself.

The Backbone

Midway into his fifth season in Toronto, All-Star PG KYLE LOWRY is the most comfortable he’s ever been in his NBA career. And he’s the ever-competitive, emotional leader of a Raptors team that has designs on avenging last year’s conference finals loss.

Old Man Game

THE LEGENDS CLASSIC —a curious and short-lived experiment featuring former, often out-of shape players—helped revitalize the spirit of NBA All-Star Weekend in the ’80s and early ’90s.

Get Smart

Boston Celtics rising star JAYLEN BROWN has turned plenty of heads with hisexciting, high-flying game. What separates him from most young NBA players,though, is the way he prepares himself mentally for the grind of an 82-game season.

Reality Check

A Youtube Channel Known As In The Lab Keeps It Real—like, Very Real—when It Comes To Documenting The Players Who Will Shape The Game Of Basketball For Years To Come.

Once Again It's On

Allen Iverson Broke Onto The Scene In His Rookie Season, But In Year 2, He Established Himself As A True Superstar—with A Bold, Iconic Jersey Along For The Ride.

Motiv8

Social media sensation Nico Mannion is more than just an instagram influencer—the HS point guard out of arizona is a true bucket getter who’s on his way to becoming a serious problem. Just know.

Go Getter

ANJALI RANADIVE stays busy with her music career and charitable efforts, but she is always keeping an eye on the Sacramento Kings—the franchise her father owns—and the team’s suddenly promising future.

The French Connection

Described as a “No-mistake” player, 18-year-old point guard frank Ntilikina has the type of game that could make him the franchise point guard the knicks have been searching for.

All Around The World

There are over a billion people in india—and none have ever played in the nba. With a new elite academy, the league hopes to turn this raw potential into basketball’s next big market.

Grateful

With guidance and help from his father Malcolm, 7-footer MOSES BROWN has emerged as a top-10 recruit and the next big thing out of New York City.

Katie Lou Samuelson - Ready For Whatever

Uconn forward Katie Lou Samuelson's college accomplishments stand out even amidst the Huskies’ storied history. Best believe something similar will soon happen in the WNBA, too.

The Windy City Welcomes Winter

Even the basketball players aren’t safe as violence continues to hit CHICAGO’S WEST SIDE. Here, a former coach looks back and wonders if things will ever get any better.

Ready For More

After battling through multiple injuries, 10-day contracts and even being waived over the past three seasons, 28-year-old LANCE STEPHENSON has returned to Los Angeles, where he’s quickly become a fan favorite under the bright Staples Center lights.

Swerve On Em

While the Lakers have been getting most of the hometown hype, Clippers rookie PG SHAI GILGEOUS-ALEXANDER is steadily proving it’s just a matter of time until he becomes a star for L.A.’s other pro team.

Say

ALLONZO TRIER didn’t storm into the NBA the way you might’ve thought he would had you followed his hype-filled childhood. But he’s kept a level head and is becoming a strong piece of the Knicks’ increasingly bright future.