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6 days ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Irfan Kabeer
Back in the day, guys like Charles Barkley lived for the smoke. He thrived off hostile crowds, jawing back at fans, soaking in the boos like fuel. Of course, Philly fans adored him, but anywhere outside that arena? He was public enemy number one. Still, he embraced it. But according to Scottie Pippen, those gritty courtside back-and-forths are practically extinct now. These days, even the slightest trash talk might get a fan tossed—and the players? They just don’t want the noise anymore.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Shreya Singh
When we talk about athletes who turned their post-retirement game into something even bigger, Magic Johnson’s name automatically comes up. Back in 1991, he walked away from the NBA with a $40 million net worth. Fast forward to now, and he’s cruising in billionaire territory. But what’s really fascinating is how he made it happen. Take last year, for example—Magic shared a snap on Instagram that got a lot of attention.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly
Sunday night was a statement win for the Golden State Warriors. They didn’t win, they dominated Houston, walking away with a 103-89 victory in Game 7 of their first-round playoff series. With that, the Warriors punched their ticket to the next round. But what really made this one special? It was yet another chapter in the Warriors’ playoff dominance over Houston. “In the Steph Curry era, the Warriors are now 5-0 in playoff series against the Rockets.
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1 week ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Saba Ahmed
It’s often tough being the child of an NBA legend, especially when the spotlight burns brighter than the actual opportunity. See how Bronny James was scrutinized as he didn’t fit the definition of King’s play for many. Now, for 23-year-old Zaire Wade, the shadow of his father, Dwyane Wade, isn’t what’s held him back—it’s something much simpler. Patience. “They don’t have it,” Wade admitted while talking about the current generation. “Like, my son wanted to be in the NBA at 18. And he expected that.
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2 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Geisha Pulimoottil Don
If there’s one thing Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union never miss, it’s a chance to show up and show out. The power couple once again reminded everyone how to master the art of making an entrance when they hit Tiffany & Co.’s Blue Book launch. While most couples are busy planning low-key movie nights or beach getaways, Gabrielle and D-Wade took things to another level, stepping out in full glam and proving that sometimes you just have to pop out and flex a little.
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3 weeks ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Tanay Sahai
Back in 2016, Dwyane Wade shocked the NBA world when he packed his bags and signed a two-year, $47 million deal with his hometown Chicago Bulls. This wasn’t just any move—it felt like heartbreak for Heat fans. Miami had only offered him $20 million over two years, and that lowball clearly didn’t sit well with Wade. Even though he eventually returned to South Beach in 2018, the sting of that departure still lingers. But here’s the twist—it wasn’t just on Wade.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly
Another Hall of Fame class, another round of goosebumps. But this one? This one hits different. The Redeem Team—yep, the 2008 Olympic squad led by Kobe Bryant—just punched their ticket to the Naismith Hall of Fame. Four years after Miami Heat legend Chris Bosh made it in solo, he’s heading back, but this time, with the brothers who helped rewrite USA Basketball’s story after that 2004 Athens heartbreak. The redemption tour in Beijing was a straight domination.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |SYED AHMED
It’s finally happening. When the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame dropped its list of first-time nominees for the Class of 2025, Carmelo Anthony didn’t hold back. “It’s about time,” he said. Honestly, who could argue? And as per ESPN, ‘Melo’ is already informed that he’s in. From an NCAA champ with Syracuse to climbing the NBA ladder and finishing as the league’s 10th all-time leading scorer, this moment feels more like a celebration than an announcement.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly |Reyan Mishra
Over the decades, the NBA has witnessed a parade of elite centers—from Bill Russell to Hakeem to Duncan—but none crashed through defenses quite like Shaquille O’Neal. The four-time champ and three-time Finals MVP didn’t just dominate, he bulldozed his way into league history. And while a few modern big men have tried to challenge his throne, none really shook Shaq. Not even Nikola Jokic.
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1 month ago | 
essentiallysports.com | Pritish Ganguly
Stephon Marbury is looking to bring back a piece of his legacy. During his prime in the NBA, he was one of the few stars to have his own signature sneaker—the “Starbury” line. Now, nearly two decades later, he’s gearing up for a revival. In a conversation with Complex, the 2x All-Star reflected on the brand’s early days and his mission to make affordable basketball shoes mainstream again. But while Marbury is focused on his comeback, he hasn’t forgotten those who helped him along the way.
