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What is the Best NBA Jam Game?

October 31, 2025 by Brian Moniz

BOOM SHAKA LAKA! One of my all-time favorite sports games was NBA Jam, I spent hours playing this game wasting away my allowance on the Arcade version. I was awful at it, but I know one thing is for sure, Nothing beats the original game. What is the best NBA Jam game out of the series? … Read more

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Why are NBA games so late? | Answered!

October 31, 2025October 30, 2025 by Brian Moniz

Depending on where you live and what time zone your are in, you may get frustrated and feel the NBA is doing you a disservice on what time they broadcast their games. Why are NBA games so late? Television Networks buy the contracts to broadcast NBA games and through viewership data and are able to … Read more

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Can Julain Newman Make the NBA? | No, And Here’s Why?

October 26, 2025 by Brian Moniz

Julian Newman was a child basketball prodigy that many regarded as the next upcoming NBA Superstar. He started to play basketball as soon as he was able to hold a ball. It was no surprise to everyone that while only in the 5th grade he would play basketball for the varsity team Prodigy Prep. This … Read more

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Has anyone Dunked on a 12-foot Basketball Rim? | Yes!

October 24, 2025 by Brian Moniz

Dunkers are getting more creative and jumping higher than ever. When jumping 50 inches seemed impossible many pro dunkers are able to do so. But has anyone dunked on a 12-foot basketball rim? Yes, Michael Wilson who played for the Harlem Globetrotters has the record for the highest dunk ever. Dunking a 12-foot rim off … Read more

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NBA League Pass Versus NBA Premium Pass | Which is best for you?

October 5, 2025 by Brian Moniz

If your thinking about buying a subscription to NBA League Pass but are not sure which one to purchase between the standard and the premium pass you have come to the right place. What NBA league pass should you buy? There are a few subscription options with League pass, from your most popular standard version … Read more

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Can You Play Basketball After Getting A Tattoo? Do’s & Dont’s

August 10, 2025 by Brian Moniz

Your first tattoo, you’re excited but you didn’t think it through because you’re in the middle of a basketball season. Now what? How do I preserve the tattoo and not irritate the skin that has been tattooed? Let’s discuss the Dos & Dont’s after getting a tattoo. Can you play basketball after getting a tattoo? … Read more

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Can You Jump During A Free Throw?

August 9, 2025 by Brian Moniz

I remember when I was much younger I would have to jump to shoot my free throws, this had me thinking is it legal to shoot a free throw this way? So the question remains. Can you jump during a free throw? Yes, as long as you do not cross or land on the free-throw … Read more

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What Does A Point Guard Do In Basketball?

August 8, 2025 by Brian Moniz

The point guard responsibilities are many, it is believed to be the most important role on the court out of all the positions. The point guard usually is the designated captain of the team due to the player’s role. What does a point guard do in basketball? A point guard is the extension of the … Read more

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How Many Fouls Do You Get In The NBA?

August 7, 2025 by Brian Moniz

The NBA is the only league with 48 minutes in a single game and more fouls allowed per game than any other league in the world. How many fouls do you get in the NBA? The NBA allows a player 6 personal fouls before the player is fouled out and unable to return to the … Read more

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How Far Is the 3 Point Line From The Hoop? Stats & Facts

August 6, 2025 by Brian Moniz

To some, while watching basketball highlights or the game on T.V. it may appear that the 3 point line appears to be really far from the hoop. So if you are wondering, just how far is the three-point line is from the basketball hoop I have your answer. How far is the 3 point line … Read more

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