Jimmy Valvano and his “Don’t Give Up” speech at the ESPYs became an instant classic. Previously, he was best known as the first NC State men’s basketball coach who upset heavily favored Houston in the 1983 NCAA Championship. Now, he’s probably just as famous for this ESPY speech. Jimmy Valvano at the ESPYs After NC […]
Basketball Archive
This is our basketball archive.
Offerings include profiles of current basketball players like Steph Curry and some profiles of past stars like Larry Bird and Magic Johnson.
We also offer basketball quotes, team names, slogans, court dimensions, and more.
Take your time and work your way through our various features.
Team manager scores 20 points in 4 minutes in first varsity game!
When Jason McElwain entered the game with 4 minutes to play, the fans in attendance showered him with applause. The 17-year-old with autism entered his first varsity game as a player after serving as a team manager for the year. Jason McElwain Drops Six 3-Pointers Jason gave his fans and teammates lots more to cheer […]
Jumbotron dancer energizes Celtics’ crowd
When a Jumbotron dancer makes the news, you know it must be something special! NBA action is fantastic! Earlier this year, Boston Celtics fan Jeremy Fry was caught on the Jumbotron during a delayed in-game action dancing enthusiastically to Bon Jovi’s “Living on a Prayer.” His lip-synching dance routine drove the crowd crazy. It reminded […]
Funny Basketball Quotes
Basketball coach and author of four books on basketball books, Mike O’Halloran, shares with you his favorite funny basketball quotes. These hilarious takes on hoops are a quick, fun read for players, coaches, and fans. From Charles Barkley to LeBron James, we’ve got you covered. And check out our basketball smack-talk suggestions at the bottom […]
Larry Bird Quotes
Our Larry Bird quotes showcase some of the basketball knowledge, competitiveness, and spunk of this Hall-of-Famer. Bird, a basketball player who gave fans his all, was noted for his clutch performances. Known as the “Hick from French Lick,” Larry’s confidence in his game was unmatched. Bird was named the NBA’s MVP for three consecutive years […]
Fun Basketball Games For Kids To Improve Shooting
Fun basketball games for kids to improve shooting are practice favorites. They can improve a player’s shooting touch, make the sport more enjoyable, and encourage players to practice more enthusiastically. Mike O’Halloran, a basketball coach with 15 years of experience and author of four books on youth basketball coaching, including Layups and Life Lessons: 101 […]
Why Pro Players Chose Their Jersey Numbers
There was a time in many professional sports when jersey numbers were just assigned to a player. For some teams, this is still the case. However, for other teams, players have some say in the matter. As a result, there are some interesting stories about how some pros selected their jersey numbers. Let’s take a […]
Basketball Team Names
You’ve come to the right spot if you’re looking for great basketball team names to excite your players, teammates, and coaches. Please note that we’ve grouped basketball team name ideas into different categories. A name you select for a youth basketball team may be very different from what one might use for an intramural team […]
Basketball Quotes
If you’re looking for some clever, funny, and good basketball quotes, you’ve come to the right place. Scroll through all of the quotes we have on this page, but also make sure to check out our MENU of quote pages by players’ names and coaches’ names at the bottom of the page. There are overall […]
All About The Basketball
These 40 fast facts on the basketball will leave you with the knowledge to impress your friends about one of the sport’s biggest icons: the basketball itself. When James Naismith invented the game of basketball in 1891 as a physical education teacher at the YMCA in Springfield, Massachusetts, it’s hard to believe that anyone thought […]
Basketball Jokes
These basketball jokes are for those fans who love the game or who enjoy a good laugh. If you like March Madness, the NBA Championships, The Final Four, or even your local state tournament, this collection of jokes for basketball is sure to bring a smile or two. And, even if you’re not a huge […]
Basketball Court Dimensions, Size, Diagram
Basketball court dimensions and size vary based on the level of play. To help explain the various sizes, we’ve created a chart and diagrams that should help you. Also, if you’d like to add a basketball court to your driveway or backyard, please use this page as a guide for the measurements. We’ve organized the […]