Winning the most NBA Championships is the career goal of many NBA general managers. Every team’s ultimate goal in each basketball season is to win an NBA title. Of course, the dream is more realistic for some teams than others. That’s why only a handful of players have gotten their hands on the Larry O’Brien […]
Bill Russell’s NBA Championships
With 11 NBA titles, Bill Russel won more NBA Championship rings than any other player. Recent basketball fans may have no idea who Bill Russell is, but the guy was the epitome of championship basketball. His calling card was defense and backboard domination, although he can score if he wants to. Russell anchored the Boston […]
AFC West Division of the NFL
The AFC West, or The American Football Conference – Western Division, is one of four American Football Conference (AFC) divisions in the National Football League (NFL). This competitive division features the Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, and Los Angeles Chargers. The AFC West was established in 1960 as the American Football League’s […]
All About Triple-doubles
Over the past few NBA seasons, you may have heard about the term “triple-double” getting thrown around a lot. It’s one of the most impressive feats a player can achieve in a single game. Interestingly enough, there are more of them than ever before. What is a triple-double in basketball? And what is its significance, […]
What is an Airball?
There are moments in basketball that elicit fans’ reactions. A windmill dunk, an acrobatic layup, and a buzzer-beater could evoke cheers. On the other hand, getting crossed over or shooting an airball could do the opposite. What is an airball in basketball, and who invented that term? Airball Meaning in Basketball Definition of an Airball: […]
How Long is a Quarter in Basketball?
Basketball is typically divided into four quarters. The only exception is men’s basketball under the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). Men’s NCAA basketball feature two 20-minute halves instead of four quarters. By definition, a quarter in basketball refers to the minutes or period of time in a segment or section of the game. (To avoid […]
How Many Rings Does Kobe Have?
Kobe Bryant earned the reputation of a winner thanks to hard work, dedication, and natural athletic gifts. He was a master at his craft, known for his dogged pursuit of greatness and unrelenting sense of perfection. On both sides of the court, he had every possible weapon at his disposal, allowing him to succeed at […]
What is the Frozen Four in College Hockey?
I love hockey. Just knowing that when the leaves start to change, NHL hockey is just around the corner, I get thrills. Thankfully, hockey isn’t restricted to the NHL. We get to watch more hockey with events such as the Frozen Four. If you’re a fan like me of all things hockey, you’ll want to […]
Take Me Out To The Ball Game: America’s Song
Everyone who has been to a baseball game knows the seventh-inning stretch. During this break in the action, fans rise and stand and sing Take Me Out to the Ball Game. Although there is no clear evidence of who started the seventh-inning stretch, a Jesuit Brother may be the man. Brother Jasper was the coach […]
What is Offside in Soccer?
Offside infractions have often impacted numerous important championship-level matches in the history of soccer. In the past, many players could escape this offense in several crucial moments. However, the advent of VAR has made it impossible for anyone to get away from it. We often see players turning their heads toward the sideline as soon […]