As they have gone through their struggles, there has been much speculation and postulation about what ails this iteration of the US Senior Men’s National Team. Talent level, intensity ( or the lacks thereof) have been the chiefly the targets of blame for the subpar performance and results of this collection of players. This article from our friends as eurohoops.net raises a new issue put out by former NBA player Raja Bell- the ball. What do you think?
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Simone Biles divulges reason for her withdrawal
From NBC Sports Chicago Simone Biles surprised everyone when she pulled out of the gymnastics team final after struggling to land a vault, but for a short time, the world only knew her departure was due to a medical issue. Biles later told TODAY’s Hoda Kotb that while she feels good physically, things “vary” from an emotional standpoint. “Physically, I feel good,” the 24-year-old Ohio-native told Kotb exclusively on TODAY after her withdrawal. “Emotionally it varies on the time and moment. Coming to the Olympics and being head star isn’t an easy…
Read MoreThe problem with TEAM USA Basketball
Here is a take from our own Brandon King on what is wrong with the United States basketball team.
Read MoreAn initial look at the “Pine Green” Air Jordan 3
The fall of 2021 will see the retail debut of the “Pine Green” Air Jordan 3. It sports a black upper underlaid by cement grey leather at the mid foot and overlaid by the iconic elephant print at the toe and wrapping the heel. Pine Green is present at the gold-bordered Jumpman on the tongue, collar, eyelets and behind the tongue. On the rear tab, white Jumpman Brandon’s finds its home. Below the aforementioned upper resides a pine green abs white midsole and a cement grey, white and pine green…
Read MoreThis Zion 1 could have been worn in the Olympics
Though Zion Williamson was one of the myriad of top-end NBA talent that declined to participate with Team USA, that didn’t stop Jordan Brand from release a colourway of his Zion 1 that Williamson might have taken to the hardwood had he been in Tokyo. Apparently inspired by Williamson’s juxtaposition of his humility and his otherworldly athleticism, it sports a white and blue upper with red accenting on the bottom two lace loops, Jumpman and the Zion logo on the rear heel. A metallic gold tongues with additional red Jumpman…
Read MoreWhite and Gold Air Jordan XXXVI: Official Images
This upcoming Air Jordan XXXVI sports a combination leather and mesh white upper, which itself sits above a colourful pattern that is also repeated on the insoles. Metallic gold shows up at the Jumpman on the tongue as well as the eyelets, providing additional visual variety. The white midsole that sits below the aforementioned upper is accented by metallic gold , with a white rubber midsole completing the aesthetic. You can anticipate the “White and Gold” Air Jordan XXXVI to release soon at nike.com and select retail establishments; they will…
Read MoreOrange and White Air Force 1 Low coming soon
This upcoming Air Force 1 Low sports a white leather upper with orange showing up on the Swooshes that adorn the lateral and medial sides, tongue label and heel overlay. White laces and embroidered “NIKE AIR” present on the aforementioned tongue and heel overlay. Below the upper resides a white midsole and orange rubber outsole. This Air Force 1 Low’s release is expected to be imminent at nike.com and select retail venues; they will carry a 90 USD sticker price. Air Force 1 Low DC2911-101 $90 Later in 2021
Read MoreNBL22: Jarrod Kenny re-signs with Cairns
From nbl.com.au: The CQUniversity Cairns Taipans will welcome back point guard Jarrod Kenny, who has re-signed for his fourth consecutive season in orange. The 35-year-old first joined the Taipans on a two-year deal in 2018 and signed another contract ahead of 2020-2021. Kenny makes his return to the Far North after suiting up in the NZNBL for a remarkable 20th season, with his Hawks dealt a narrow loss from the Saints (77-75) in the Grand Final last night. He won the 2020 New Zealand Championship with the Nuggets. “JK” also…
Read More“MX Cream Clay” Adidas Yeezy Foam Runner: Official Images
The latest ongoing prank on the sneaker consumer, the Adidas Yeezy Foam Runner will ,for some reason, be adding a new colourway to its roster. The “MX Cream Clay” sports spots of grey and brown on the lower half of the otherwise cream clay upper. The “MX Cream Clay” Yeezy Foam Runner is planned to release August 2 at adidas.com/Yeezy and select retail establishments and will carry an 80 USD sticker price. Adidas Yeezy Foam Runner MX Cream Clay/MX Cream Clay-MX Cream Clay GX8774 $80 August 2, 2021
Read MoreCheck out these latest images of the “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11
As the day of their release draws ever closer ,more imaeges of the “Cool Grey” will undoubtedly come to light. We recently posted the initial images of this upcoming and highly anticipated release and now even more images have emerged that allow for a better look. The “Cool Grey” Air Jordan 11 is scheduled to make its retail return December 11.
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