Basketball Stories

Who Plays Jerry Tarkanian In The Movie? How About Paul Giamatti?

Iconic Runnin' Rebels coach Jerry Tarkanian's son Danny has written a book about his dad, "Rebel With A Cause," and we discuss with him Jerry's fight against the NCAA and UNLV officials, his coaching style and a memorable cameo in a movie with James Caan and Nicolas Cage.
Raptors President Masai Ujiri Brings NBA Championship Trophy Home To Nigeria

Executive gambled on trading for Kawhi Leonard, and the result was a title for Toronto.
Derrick Rose: How John Calipari Recruited Me To Memphis

Rose was obsessed with North Carolina as a kid, and one of his childhood friends was headed to Indiana, but he opted for a different route.
How Athlete Caricatures Exploded Into Multi-Million Dollar Merchandise Business

In the late 80s and early 90s, being depicted as a champion on a Salem Sportswear shirt was "like being on a Wheaties box."
Dave Winfield: Youth Athletes Benefit Playing Multiple Sports

MLB Hall of Famer was drafted in three sports, and he advises kids and parents to say no to sports specialization.
Chris Paul: How LeBron, Westbrook Reacted To His Switch To Plant-Based Diet

CP3 is an executive producer on "The Game Changers," a documentary about elite athletes who excel without meat.
Ice Cube's Big3 Basketball League Continues To Build In Year 3

TheBig3 features former NBA stars, including Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf, Stephen Jackson and three-time dunk champion Nate Robinson.
Don Nelson Explains His Marijuana Farming Techniques

Innovative former NBA coach is enjoying retired life in Maui.
Larry Bird Lists Indiana Mansion With Court For Basketball And Tennis At $2.35M

Indiana native stepped down as Pacers president in 2017 and became a consultant.
Elena Delle Donne's Special Connection With Developmentally Disabled Sister

WNBA superstar heads home rather than overseas after the season.