Basketball History

The addition of new rules, the modification of old ones, the emergence of the big man, and innovations in shooting have all been a large part of basketball history.

Jan 28, 2010 - John K. Davis

Basketball coaching legend Kay Yow's legacy is not just confined to sports.

Jan 25, 2010 - Cheryl Coward

A person traveling back in time to the early 1900s to see a basketball game would see one that looked similar to today's, but was yet still different in many ways.

Jan 23, 2010 - John K. Davis

The New York Knicks made a dramatic run to the NBA championship in 1970. Some 40 years later, the season remains the high point for New York City basketball.

Jan 12, 2010 - Jon Matsune

"The Book of Basketball" by Bill Simmons is the right combination of comedy book, sports chronicle and NBA master's thesis.

Nov 14, 2009 - Max Sherry

As the Los Angeles Lakers make their 30th NBA Finals appearance, this is Part 2 of a look back at the game that led to their 25th and first of six in the past nine years.

Jun 12, 2009 - Gabriel Rizk

As the Los Angeles Lakers make their 30th NBA Finals appearance, this is Part 1 of a look back at the game that led to their 25th and first of six in the past nine years.

Jun 12, 2009 - Gabriel Rizk

One of NBA basketball fans favorite arguments -- best all-time player -- is rekindled with a new addition to the list.

Nov 15, 2008 - Mark Barnes

Ask "Who invented the automobile?" and you are liable to get a variety of answers. Ask "Who invented the jump shot?" and you will also get many responses.

May 27, 2008 - John K. Davis

Biography of John Wooden, legendary college basketball coach and winner of a record ten NCAA National Championships

Mar 1, 2008 - Michael Rowland

Michael Jordan played college basketball for UNC Chapel Hill and then went on to win six NBA Titles with the Chicago Bulls.

Feb 27, 2008 - Bryan Keller