Yesterday, we told you how cool NBA 2K12‘s new “My Player” mode is. Now here’s another reason why.

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Despite what you may think, most NBA players don’t set sail for the Caribbean once the season ends; many decide to live in the gym. And after making his second consecutive All-Star Game, this is definitely the case for Rajon Rondo. With that, check out Rondo’s dynamic passing workout presented by Nike Basketball. In four one-minute videos, you’ll see everything from the correct technique for post entry pass to creating scoring options off the pick and roll.

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Everyone’s looking for a shot. And right now, the NBA is looking to give it to you. On Sept. 24th, the NBA D-League will be holding national tryouts in both Chicago and Los Angeles for all you ballplayers that are trying to get one step closer to realizing your dreams. Have you ever had the chance to showcase your skills in front of player personnel executives, coaches and industry scouts? Here’s your opportunity. Read More »

Fall may be headed for New York, but you can never have too many t-shirts and snapbacks when you live in Hawaii. And last weekend, my good friends at KICKS/HI released a capsule collection designed by Stussy and my favorite artist Parra for their 10th anniversary. Check it out: Read More »

(3) Lewis Scott, Celtic Pride vs. (14) Henry Steele, One on One

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We wondered, right up until tip, whether this game would ever tip-off. The arena was dead silent. The few fans that were allowed in off the street weren’t even sure what to do. In Salt Lake City, most of them have never even heard of one-on-one. The only kids who play ball walk around and shoot on the retractable hoops in their backyards. There are no playgrounds, no one is playing for anything. It’s all too nice. No attitude. Read More »

Since their inception, we’ve been keeping you up-to-date with everything Above The Rim has been doing. And let me warn you: Lockout or no lockout, they’re bringing it for the 2011-12 season. With that said, check out the following spot featuring legendary streetballer Corey “Homicide” Williams. After shooting him, Martell Webster and Will Bynum in Chicago for this campaign, we can’t wait to see when the next spot drops. Also, be sure to check out some behind the scene footage from the Windy City.

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As practice gyms remain dark and abandoned, droves of NBA players are headed all over the planet to fine-tune their skills. European teams are champing at the bit as Americans have finally arrived to wow audiences overseas. With players from everywhere invading today’s NBA, the transition for these athletes should be seamless. However, it wasn’t so long ago that finding a foreign player on an NBA court was well, downright foreign. Over the past 20 years, the NBA has seen a mass influx of international stars, and this team is a compilation of the best. Read More »

(6) Butch McRae, Blue Chips vs. (11) Jimmy Chitwood, Hoosiers

THE RULES

You didn’t expect this. Old-school gym. A balcony above the court, one where the edges stick out into the corners. A couple of rusty rims with wooden backboards. Maybe 300 people in the gym and that’s being optimistic. But you’re here nonetheless, and you can’t shake this feeling. It’s balling up inside of you, in your stomach, coming up through your intestines, overbearing your lungs. It’s excitement and anxiety all wrapped in one. Read More »

It’s about time Phil Jackson, one of the coolest dudes around, got some commercial love. This aired last night during the Packers-Saints game.

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Jason Terry is one of the more personable guys in the whole league, and always an excellent interview. As long as he’ll be around the game, he’ll be a magnet for media. But what about his peers? Do they love him as much as we do? Apparently so. The JET is hosting a “Championship Birthday” celebration for himself next week when he turns 34. There will be entertainers and ballplayers there, mingling about for $40 ($30 if you’re a groupie). But somehow Lil’ Kim will be there, Jadakiss will be there and so will Gorilla Zoe. We thought this was a championship party? Read More »