Sunday , Feb , 10 , 2013 Andrew Flint
NBA Star Opens Up About Suicide Attempt And Smoking Weed Before Games
Once the #2 overall pick in the NBA draft finally comes clean about his suicide attempt and Bulls smoking weed before games. HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Just goes to show that no one is immune to hard times, but it is great to see this baller back on his feet and doing great. Read More
Wednesday , Jan , 23 , 2013 Paul Eide
Derrick Rose Back As Soon As This Week
"The Return" may be closer than we thought.
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: Who would've thought the Bulls would've done so well without him?
Wednesday , Jan , 16 , 2013 Andrew Flint
DRose And Adidas Release The New DRose 3.5 kicks.
Adidas drops the new D Rose 3.5 signature shoe.
HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Damn, Rose is a force like 2Pac. He drops more product when he's coming back from injury than 99% of most players do in their prime. DRose's presence is always felt.
Tuesday , Jan , 15 , 2013 Paul Eide
Today In NBA History 1999: Michael Jordan Retires Second Time
On 1/13/99, Michael Jordan retired from the NBA for a second time.
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: He just kept "playing with our emotions", like Smokey from the movie Friday.
MJ's first retirement took place on on 10/6/93 and was a complete shock. No one could believe that Jordan, at the top of his game (leading the NBA the previous season in both scoring and steals), was serious. But after the murder of his father, he decided to make the move to professional baseball. Jordan famously came back a year later and won the NBA title in three straight seasons for the second time.
Jordan's retirement in 1999 was again surprising considering the level his game was at (leading the league in scoring with 28.7 ppg), but not surprising considering the state the Bulls were in at the time. Jerry Krause was hell bent on tearing apart the team and rebuilding. Phil Jackson's contract was up and everyone knew he wouldn't be renewed, as was the same for Dennis Rodman, while Scottie Pippen forced his way out via trade demand.
But perhaps as impactful as any other factor, the NBA was mired in a lockout, which would limit the upcoming season to just 50 games. So MJ would've had to come back and play without Pippen, Rodman, or Phil Jackson, while also missing several other key components of the championship squad who were either dealt or released. In a lot of ways, Jordan's back was against the wall; it was time for him to do something else.
Eventually, Jordan would return to the NBA almost three years later for his final act and what is potentially his most impressive feat; During the 2002-03 season, Michael Jordan turned 40 years old.
It wasn't like MJ was only playing 20 minutes a game, hanging on even though his physical skills had disappeared. That season he played 37 mpg, second on the team only to Jerry Stackhouse. He was also second in points to Stackhouse (20.0 ppg), second in rebounding (6.1rpg), fourth in assists (3.8 apg) and first in steals (1.5 spg). He was even fourth on the team in blocks, of all things with 0.5 bpg. He was also the only Wizards player to appear in all 82 games, starting 67 of them.
That season he averaged 18.6 shots per game which was the second lowest of his career and a full four shots less per game than his career average of 22.9. Jordan scored 20 or more points 42 times, 30 or more points nine times, and 40 or more points three times. Though it wasn't rare for us to see MJ score 40+ throughout his career, the three games of 40+ represent the only times in NBA history a player over 40 years old has ever scored that many points.
Regardless of how you feel about his time as a Wizard, Jordan's second retirement marked the end of an era for the league because it was a symbolic ending to those great Bulls teams of the 90's.
Scott Skiles DONE In Milwaukee; Baby Mamas On High Alert
It's over Scott; pack your shit and move on with your life. HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: Who will Milwaukee blame next when they continue to suck after this? Read More
Saturday , Dec , 08 , 2012 Paul Eide
Why Do People Hate Joakim Noah?
On Friday, Joakim Noah anchored a win over the Detroit Pistons with a 30 point, 23 rebound performance.
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: No Matter what he does on the floor, he will still be as hated as any player in the league.
Tuesday , Nov , 27 , 2012 Paul Eide
Today In NBA History 1995: Bulls Lose Second Of 10 Games…All Season
17 years ago today, the 1995-1996 Chicago Bulls suffered their second loss in the season's first 12 games, before eventually winning an NBA record 72 games.
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: They would go on to win 13 in a row and an amazing 31 of 32.
On November 26th 1995, the Bulls lost 97-92 to their eventual opponent in that year's NBA Finals, the Seattle Supersonics, in Seattle's Key Arena. The loss ran the Bulls mark to 10-2 after 12 games and put them on pace to lose a total of 14 games. It was a great start, one of the best to that point in NBA history, but surpassing the 1971-72 Lakers all-time best 69-13 record seemed improbable.
The Bulls finished the month of November with a 12-2 record but improved in each of the next two months, going 13-1 in December and 14-0 in January, running their record to 39-3 after three months. In February, the Bulls ran their record to 41-3 and became the fastest NBA team to 41 wins, again besting the '71-72 Lakers previous record.
In February, March and April the Bulls stayed just as hot going 11-3, 12-2 and 10-2 respectively, before ending the season with a combined 72-10 record.
Against Seattle on this day, the Bulls were without Dennis Rodman, while Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen combined to go just 13 of 35 from the floor and scored 40 points. By comparison, Gary "The Glove" Payton and Shawn "Reign Man" Kemp went 20 of 29 from the field for a total of 51 points as Seattle out-shot the Bulls .602% to .453%. Even with the loss, the Bulls would set an NBA record that season for road wins going 33-8.
After the incredible regular season, the Bulls didn't cool off, going 15-3 in the playoffs for a combined total record of 87-13. The Supersonics won three of those 13 games, while the Indiana Pacers were the only other team to beat them more than once that season winning two games in the regular season by a total of five points.
Prior to the start of the current NBA season, Metta World Peace proclaimed that this season the Lakers would beat the Bulls single season win record by going 73-9. Currently the Lakers are sporting a 7-7 record. To put that into perspective, the Bulls didn't lose their seventh game until March 10th; isn't that insane?
The 1995-96 NBA season was a great one for the Bulls, but also for the Supersonics; they just picked the wrong year to be good.
Wednesday , Nov , 07 , 2012 Andrew Flint
Top 10 Biggest Surprises of the 2013 NBA Season
Top 10 biggest surprises of the 2013 NBA Season.
HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Lakers Suck, Chicago's Legit, Who's Gortat, and Harden's unstoppable.
#10 Marcin Gortat blocks a ton of shots.
I don't think you would have found too many NBA analysts picking Marcin Gortat as the shot block leader, but after one week of games he sits atop the standings with 3.5 blocks per game. He beat out big name guys like Roy Hibbert 3.25 blocks per game and Josh Smith 3.0 blocks per game, but can Gortat keep this up or is he simply on a lucky streak?
#9 Brandon Jennings lights up the league.
After one week of NBA ball, Brandon Jennings leads the league in both assists with 13 per game and steals with 4 per game. This may be the year Jennings fully comes into his own and shows the NBA he is not simply a solid player, but a star in the league.
#8 Houston Rockets can compete.
Starting off the season 2-1 is encouraging for the Rockets. This is especially true because their new guard combo of James Harden and Jeremy Lyn appears to be clicking on all cylinders. Harden at marched out to an amazing first week and Lyn as put up rock solid numbers too. Lyn's put up 15.8 points per game, 7.3 assists per game, and 5.7 assists per game. More on Harden's numbers below.
#7 Clippers beat Lakers.
With the Lakers grabbing Dwight Howard and Steve Nash this off-season, it appeared Los Angeles was safely in the grips of the Lakers. Yet, when these two teams met for their first inter-city competition this year it was the Clippers that looked faster, strong, and more dominant. They handed the Lakers their 3rd straight loss of the season.
#6 Knicks destroy Miami.
The Knicks put a whooping on the defending NBA champions 104-84 the first week of the season. They also marched out to a 3-0 start in the first week. It looks like New York might have just figured out how to make all these pieces fit together and the answer much just be the great facilitator Jason Kidd.
#5 Milwaukee Bucks got game.
The Bucks are out to a 2-0 start and are showing they are no pushover this year. Lead by feisty point guard Brandon Jennings who leads the NBA in both assists and steals, the Bucks have quickly become a team to watch out for. They might just be the sleeper team of 2013.
#4 Spurs aren't that old.
Everyone always seems to count the Spurs out even though they had the best record in the NBA both of the last two years. They started of this season hot again going 4-0. So much for too old, too slow, and not enough talent. With the Lakers struggling and the Thunder figuring out how to win without Harden, this could the the Spurs year to take the West.
#3 Chicago Bulls are legit without Rose.
Everyone figured this season was a bust with Derek Rose out, but Joakim Noah and Luol Deng are picking up the slack and have Chicago 3-1. This team still maintains a great defense and ability to shutdown opposing teams. If they can keep their offensive production solid, they just might make a run at the East.
#2 James Harden is an animal.
James Harden has singe-handedly taken the NBA by storm this year. Who knew putting Harden in the starting lineup would result in a 35.3 point per game average over the first week of the season. Harden has shown why at 6 foot 5 inches tall and a quick 220 lbs. he is so difficult to guard. Everyone knew he was good, but so far this year his numbers are amazing.
#1 Lakers Suck.
The Lakers were supposed to tear the Western Conference apart this year. They signed the best center in the league and a perennial NBA All Star at point guard to go with already impressive lineup of one of the best shooting guards in the history of the NBA and two other regular NBA All Stars in Gasol and World Peace. This was going to be a Dream Team of sorts. People were predicting a 72-win season and yet they started 0-3! They eventually won a game and now stand embarrassingly tied for last place in the Pacific Western Conference.
Friday , Oct , 19 , 2012 Andrew Flint
The Return of D Rose Episode 5: "Drive"
Episode 5 entitled "Drive" of the D Rose documentary talks about roots.
HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Rose talks about family first and earning everything he's ever gotten.
Friday , Oct , 19 , 2012 Paul Eide
Michael Jordan BBQ Sauce Sells for $10,000
Did you know Michael Jordan once had his own BBQ sauce?
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: I had no idea.
D Rose 3s Hit Stores
Adidas launches the new D Rose 3s on Derrick's 24th Birthday
HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: These kicks look good, feel good, and are possibly the dopest kicks to drop all summer. How do I know? I'm wearing mine right now and loving 'em.
October 4th was a big day for Derrick Rose. He turned 24, celebrated the launch of his latest custom kicks (the D Rose 3s), and he continued to share the journey of his rehab through his documentary "The Return of D Rose" episode 4. First things first, check out the official commercial for the D Rose 3 launch below.
Derrick's new shoe hits stores worldwide Oct 4 and are expected to sell faster than an Urban Outfitters t-shirt of Obama dunking over Romney. Derrick's absence from the court hasn't diminished his popularity or the cool factor of his latest kicks. These aren't just another pair of cool basketball shoes. These things are sweet. Derrick even broke down a little bit during the launch stating, "The D Rose 3 signature collection is special to me because I worked side-by-side with adidas on everything from materials to fit to colors to make it the best we've done yet. I love the new logo that calls out the most important things to me: my family, basketball and the city of Chicago."
The D Rose 3s come in an option of colorways, but my personal favorite is the black ones Derrick's holding in the pic above (also in the title pic at the top). The speckled sole, rear placement of the adidas logo, and glistening leather give it both a fresh and modern blacktop vibe. Be prepared to catch streetballers and celebs wearing these bad boys asap. The complete set of D Rose 3 gear can be seen below. Everything from socks, caps, shorts, shirts, kicks, and sweatshirts are decked out in Rose's custom logo. This is one box of goodies Santa should definitely get you the hookup on. If you can wait that long.
The whole concept behind the D Rose 3s is "The Return." This is a campaign that's been going on for adidas and Rose since August 15th. This documentary series follows Derrick through his rehabilitation and charts his return to dominance in the NBA. The 4th episode is below. Check it out.
As a basketball fan first, I for one am pulling for D Rose and part of "The Return." Rose is one of the humblest and kindest players both on and off the court. In a league of posers, posturing, and over-hyped egos, he is the exception to the rule. He is a true class act that works hard for his success and appreciates everything that comes his way. We look forward to seeing Rose on the blacktop soon and until he is, we'll enjoy his fashion forward kicks.
For more info, updates, and gossip follow @HoopsVibe.
Photo Credit: adizero
Thursday , Sep , 13 , 2012 Andrew Flint
Rose Weighs In On Chicago Teacher's Strike
Derrick Rose puts his celebrity status to good use.
HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Rose prays for the US as he sides with the kids.
Thursday , Aug , 23 , 2012 Featured Guest Journalist
The Return of DRose Episode 1 "Belief"
The Return of DRose Episode 1 "Belief"
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: The road back from an ACL tear isn't easy, but D Rose shows us what it takes to be the best.
Monday , Aug , 20 , 2012 Featured Guest Journalist
First Female Black Nascar Driver Sits Down with HoopsVibe
The first black female Nascar driver sits down with HoopsVibe to discuss racing, hoops, and Danica.
HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call:
Tia Norfleet is used to racing with the boys and overcoming obstacles. Tia's the first African American female Nascar driver and proud to carry on her family racing tradition. Her father Bobby Norfleet raced for Nascar before Tia came along to carry on the family tradition.
HV: What got you into racing? We know your father is Bobby Norfleet, so was it just being around the track all the time?
Tia: Yeah, I was just around the track a lot as a kid. My dad raced and pretty soon I wanted to do it too.
HV: How'd that go?
Tia: Well, he was pretty protective of me at first. Eventually, he became really supportive of the idea when he saw I was serious about it and put his career on the back burner. Today, he's my biggest supporter.
HV: You're the first African American female Nascar drive. Tell us about that.
Tia: Well, I'm abviously black and I'm obviously a female, but really I'm just a driver. I've gotten a lot of support along the way. That's what makes it possible.
HV: There is another women racer that's been making a lot of noise. What are your thoughts on Danica breaking a lot of similar barriers in Nascar?
Tia: Hats off to Danica. She's making women look good in the sport.
HV: Who would win in a race between you and Danica?
Tia: I have to say me of course.
HV: Of course. Now, HoopsVibe is a basketball site, so who' your team?
Tia: After last yera, I'm liking Oklahoma and Miami.
HV: Wait a second, that was the finals. Have you always liked them or did you just hop on?
Tia: I grew up following the Bulls and Mordan and all those guys, but this playoffs Miami just won me over.
HV: Who's your favorite player?
Tia: Kobe, Rondo, Wade, Garnett. I like a lot of players.
HV: Would you ever date an NBA player.
Tia: Actually, I have a significant other right now.
HV: Do you have any upcoming races or events people can check you out at?
Tia: They can always keep up with me at www.TiaNorfleet34.com.
Photo Credits: Tia Norfleet
Sneak Peak At The Return of D Rose Documentary
HoopsVibe's got the sneak peak at the "Return of D Rose" Documentary.
HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Derrick Rose will return better than ever.
April 28th, 2012 is a day Derrick Rose and Bulls fans will never forget. With only 1 minute left in Game 1 of the first round of the playoffs against the 76ers and the Bulls leading by 12 points, Rose tore his ACL on a insignificant jumpshot.
"I remember it. I remember everything," said Rose. "I remember jumping in the air and coming back down and just that popping sound. I felt it tear when I laid all the way out and it just let go."
The second his ACL tore, the entire NBA playoffs changed. The Bulls were essentially out of the hunt for a ring and Rose's season was over.
Now, adidas Basketball is tracking Derrick Rose's return to the NBA with a multi-episode documentary. The documentary will reportedly give fans a behind-the-scenes look at his recovery. Something like this has never been done before, so it will be interesting to see how much access the documentary shows. We've got the trailer below. It looks to be one party documentary, one party humility, and one party inspiration. Definitely keep your eye out for the full series of episodes.
For more info, updates, and future episodes follow @HoopsVibe.
Tuesday , Jul , 24 , 2012 Andrew Flint
Kobe Claims He Didn't Know Who Michael Jordan Was
Kobe claims he didn't know who Michael Jordan was until he was 13-years old. HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: How do you say b*ll Sh*t in Italian? Read More
Scottie Pippen Is The Best NBA Husband EVER!!
Scottie Pippen celebrates his 15 year wedding anniversary. HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Best NBA Husband EVER!! Read More
Tuesday , Jun , 26 , 2012 Paul Eide
Rumor: Brandon Roy Drawing Interest From 5 Teams
Remember when, not all that long ago, Brandon Roy's career was considered "over"?
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: Apparently, there is still some life left in those kness after all.
Wednesday , Jun , 20 , 2012 Paul Eide
Rumor: Bulls Looking To Trade Luol Deng
According to reports out of Chicago, the Bulls are dangling Luol Deng in front of teams prior to the draft to gauge his trade value.
HoopsVibe Very Quick Call: It's hard to imagine the Bulls without Deng, but when you consider he is slated to make $13.3 million dollars next season, it's definitely a possibility.
Monday , Jun , 04 , 2012 Andrew Flint
Bulls Going After Nash & Kidd
The Chicago Bulls are making moves to try and acquire either Steve Nash or Jason Kidd this summer. HoopsVibe's Very Quick Call: Not a bad move since Rose won't be around. Sources are now reporting that the Chicago Bulls are making inquiries to the Suns and Mavs looking to acquire either Steve Nash or Jason Kidd. This indicates that Rose will almost definitely miss all of next year, but it also indicates the Bulls are confident that if they acquire a solid point guard they can still make a run at a championship in 2013. Read More