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Steph Curry Went Airplane Mode

You do not need me to tell you in this here blog that Steph Curry is the greatest shooter of all-time (watch him, say, once) or even that he’s on an ungodly hot streak at the moment (see: Ratto, Ray). Curry’s 2020–21 mini-redemption arc has been one of the most enjoyable storylines of a season […]

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Cleared for takeoff.

Let’s All Salute LaMarcus Aldridge’s Cool-Ass Fadeaway

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at American Airlines Center on February 6, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Luka Doncic Floated In A Buzzer-Beater For The Ages

Luka Doncic celebrates after hitting a game-winner.

Embarrassing: Anthony Edwards Isn’t Familiar With Alex Rodriguez, That Guy On ‘Shark Tank’

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PORTLAND, OREGON - JANUARY 07: Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves watches during warm ups between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on January 07, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

The NBA’s Play-In Tournament Is A Fun Idea, Until You Actually Have To Play In It

Could A Jeep-Mounted Zion Williamson Roundhouse-Kick My Head Off? An Investigation

A doodle of Zion Williamson kicking my head off from the hood of a speeding Jeep.

Jamal Murray, Joy Ruled Out Of The NBA Playoffs

Jamal Murray puts up a shot

Steph Curry Had A Night For Himself

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 12: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors reacts after he made a basket to pass Wilt Chamberlain as the Golden State Warriors all-time leading scorer during the first quarter of their game against the Denver Nuggets at Chase Center on April 12, 2021 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Just Get Out Of Zion Williamson’s Way

Patrick Redford

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 18: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts during the first quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on March 18, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

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HOUSTON, TEXAS - JANUARY 28: Megan Rapinoe of the United States warms up before playing Haiti during a Group A CONCACAF Women's Olympic Qualifying match at BBVA Compass Stadium on January 28, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Bob Levey/Getty Images)

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Gordon after his first dunk with the Nuggets.

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Two seats in an arena at an NBA game. They are black. There are steps next to them. Both seats have a cover on them that says 'PLEASE SIT HERE'

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Obi Toppin moves to the hoop.

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