Rijin Varghese

Jan 30, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Rijin Varghese

Being the son of Michael Jordan had its troubles. Despite having millions to his name, Marcus Jordan found it difficult to step out of his dad’s shadow. However, inspired by the Chicago Bulls legend and the Trophy Room at their home, 33-year-old Marcus started his elevated retail boutique, Trophy Room, back in 2016. With ups and downs along the way, here is a deeper look into the history of the 8-year-old brand.

Jan 30, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Rijin Varghese

Jan 25, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on in the first half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY SportsJoel Embiid is having a historic season. He is currently on pace to win his second MVP award in a row. However, having recently missed two straight games, things could get dicey for the Cameroonian big man as the new CBA rules might not favor the Philadelphia 76ers center.

Jan 30, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Rijin Varghese

Nov 30, 2023; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) passes the ball against the Los Angeles Clippers during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY SportsEarlier in December, the NBA suspended Draymond Green indefinitely for his violent actions on the court. However, this decision has been a long time coming. Green has acted as a physical threat on the court for others for some time now.

Jan 30, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Rijin Varghese

The Los Angeles Clippers, originally known as the Buffalo Braves, came to the NBA in 1970. During the 53-year existence of the team, the Clippers have never had the ultimate honor of lifting an NBA championship. To say that they have not been close is an understatement, as the team made its one and only conference finals appearance just two years ago. But according to former NBA player John Salley, their championship drought might be coming to an end soon.

Jan 29, 2024 | essentiallysports.com | Rijin Varghese

The 2003 NBA draft had a lot to offer. With superstars like LeBron James, Carmelo Anthony, and Chris Bosh headlining the draft, every team hoped for a chance to get the top picks. However, despite the presence of King James, former Miami Heat coach Pat Riley did not believe he was the best player coming into the league that season. Then was it Carmelo Anthony, who had just won a national championship with Syracuse? No. It was none other than Dwyane Wade.