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While Coleman Coliseum has become a punching bag when fans list antiquated college basketball venues, there are still times the “hangar” can produce an intimidating and hostile environment like seven years ago in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge. No. 12 Oklahoma led by freshman sensation Trae Young entered into a raucous 15,000-plus White Out crowd that helped propel Alabama Men’s Basketball to an 80-73 upset on Jan. 26, 2018. Young entered the game as the nation’s leading scorer with a 27-point average, but Alabama countered with its freshmen duo of Collin Sexton and Herbert Jones. Sexton led the Crimson Tide with 18 points, while Jones held Young to just 17 points and scored 14 points of his own. Sophomore Braxton Key added 11 points. Junior Donta Hall blocked a career-high eight shots while grabbing seven rebounds and scoring nine points. After jumping out to a 41-35 halftime lead, Alabama watched Oklahoma fight back and take a 60-55 lead midway through the second half. However, the Crimson Tide answered with a 13-0 run that included a dunk by Hall and pair of three-pointers from Key for a 68-60 advantage it would never relinquish.

While Coleman Coliseum has become a punching bag when fans list antiquated college basketball venues, there are still times the “hangar” can produce an intimidating and hostile environment like seven years ago in the SEC/Big 12 Challenge. No. 12 Oklahoma led by freshman sensation Trae Young entered into a raucous 15,000-plus White Out crowd that helped propel Alabama Men’s Basketball to an 80-73 upset on Jan. 26, 2018. Young entered the game as the nation’s leading scorer with a 27-point average, but Alabama countered with its freshmen duo of Collin Sexton and Herbert Jones. Sexton led the Crimson Tide with 18 points, while Jones held Young to just 17 points and scored 14 points of his own. Sophomore Braxton Key added 11 points. Junior Donta Hall blocked a career-high eight shots while grabbing seven rebounds and scoring nine points. After jumping out to a 41-35 halftime lead, Alabama watched Oklahoma fight back and take a 60-55 lead midway through the second half. However, the Crimson Tide answered with a 13-0 run that included a dunk by Hall and pair of three-pointers from Key for a 68-60 advantage it would never relinquish.

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The last player to lead the league in points and be named 1st team all-defense. He also did it four times. The only player to win back to back championships without a teammate named to the NBA's top 75 list. Only player in the history of the NBA to score at least 600 points in the playoffs three years in a row. The owner of the highest scoring game (81) since the merger. The only player in the shot-clock era to outscore an entire team through 3 quarters. Oldest player to score 60+ (37 years 234 days old) Tied Michael Jordan with the longest streak of 40+ point games. Not only the youngest player to start in an NBA game, he's also the youngest all-star AND the youngest slam dunk champ. Most points by a guard in league history with 33,643. Most points scored in a single arena with 16,161 at the Staples Center. Averaged 40+ in a month 4x. Tell me you don't like him but don't tell me he's not in the conversation...

The last player to lead the league in points and be named 1st team all-defense. He also did it four times. The only player to win back to back championships without a teammate named to the NBA's top 75 list. Only player in the history of the NBA to score at least 600 points in the playoffs three years in a row. The owner of the highest scoring game (81) since the merger. The only player in the shot-clock era to outscore an entire team through 3 quarters. Oldest player to score 60+ (37 years 234 days old) Tied Michael Jordan with the longest streak of 40+ point games. Not only the youngest player to start in an NBA game, he's also the youngest all-star AND the youngest slam dunk champ. Most points by a guard in league history with 33,643. Most points scored in a single arena with 16,161 at the Staples Center. Averaged 40+ in a month 4x. Tell me you don't like him but don't tell me he's not in the conversation...

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Alabama 6’4 Sophomore LaBaron Philon has looked the part of a lottery pick early in the season this year. Through his first six games Philon is averaging 21/3/6 while shooting 56% from the field and 37% from three on 5 attempts a game. Philon is one of the best drivers and finishers in the class as a guard shooting 75% at the rim on extremely high usage, Philon’s pace, athleticism, and craft all help him get to the rim at an elite level and finish. Philon has also taken a huge leap as a shooter, as he’s been one of the best High Major shooters in the country this year, showing great confidence and skill off the dribble and off the catch. Philon uses his scoring advantages and vision to create plays for his teammates at a high level as well and it’s helped him become an elite PNR operator. Philon has also made a big impact on the defensive end as well. There’s not many 6’4 guards Philon’s age who are that talented at getting to and finishing at the rim, while also being high level shooters and playmakers, and he’s made a strong case in being a lottery pick.

Alabama 6’4 Sophomore LaBaron Philon has looked the part of a lottery pick early in the season this year. Through his first six games Philon is averaging 21/3/6 while shooting 56% from the field and 37% from three on 5 attempts a game. Philon is one of the best drivers and finishers in the class as a guard shooting 75% at the rim on extremely high usage, Philon’s pace, athleticism, and craft all help him get to the rim at an elite level and finish. Philon has also taken a huge leap as a shooter, as he’s been one of the best High Major shooters in the country this year, showing great confidence and skill off the dribble and off the catch. Philon uses his scoring advantages and vision to create plays for his teammates at a high level as well and it’s helped him become an elite PNR operator. Philon has also made a big impact on the defensive end as well. There’s not many 6’4 guards Philon’s age who are that talented at getting to and finishing at the rim, while also being high level shooters and playmakers, and he’s made a strong case in being a lottery pick.

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On this date 21 years ago, Alabama Men’s Basketball stunned the nation when the Crimson Tide rallied from a 13-point deficit in the second half to upset No. 1-seeded Stanford, 70-67, in the second round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle on March 20, 2004. Kennedy Winston scored 21 points for the No. 8-seeded Crimson Tide, which made 10 of 14 free throws in the final minutes to secure the victory in the West Regional. Led by Pac-10 Player of the Year Josh Childress, the Cardinal entered the game with an impressive 30-1 record and with 7:40 remaining in the second half had built a comfortable 53-40 lead, before Alabama mounted its incredible comeback with a 16-0 run. Earnest Shelton helped spark the Crimson Tide rally and finished with 14 points, while Chuck Davis and Antoine Pettway each had 12 points. Childress scored 12 points for the top-seeded team in the Phoenix (West) Region but fouled out with 3:18 left and watched the final minutes in dismay from the end of the Stanford bench. “They weren’t overrated. We were underrated,” read a sign in the Alabama locker room. The shocking victory earned a “Sports Illustrated” cover the following week and propelled the Crimson Tide, coached by Mark Gottfried, to its first Sweet Sixteen appearance since 1991.

On this date 21 years ago, Alabama Men’s Basketball stunned the nation when the Crimson Tide rallied from a 13-point deficit in the second half to upset No. 1-seeded Stanford, 70-67, in the second round of the NCAA Tournament in Seattle on March 20, 2004. Kennedy Winston scored 21 points for the No. 8-seeded Crimson Tide, which made 10 of 14 free throws in the final minutes to secure the victory in the West Regional. Led by Pac-10 Player of the Year Josh Childress, the Cardinal entered the game with an impressive 30-1 record and with 7:40 remaining in the second half had built a comfortable 53-40 lead, before Alabama mounted its incredible comeback with a 16-0 run. Earnest Shelton helped spark the Crimson Tide rally and finished with 14 points, while Chuck Davis and Antoine Pettway each had 12 points. Childress scored 12 points for the top-seeded team in the Phoenix (West) Region but fouled out with 3:18 left and watched the final minutes in dismay from the end of the Stanford bench. “They weren’t overrated. We were underrated,” read a sign in the Alabama locker room. The shocking victory earned a “Sports Illustrated” cover the following week and propelled the Crimson Tide, coached by Mark Gottfried, to its first Sweet Sixteen appearance since 1991.

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Isaac Jones has one of the most unique paths among this year’s NBA Draft class. He was cut from his 8th-grade team, didn’t play AAU basketball, and worked as a truck loader after high school before landing at Wenatchee Valley CC. Jones played three seasons of JUCO hoops before moving on to Idaho and then Washington State, where he helped the Cougars reach the NCAA Tournament. He presents a rather unique skill set in the front court, largely due to his late-blooming trajectory. He was 5'11" as a sophomore in high school, grew to 6'4" by the end of high school, and continued to grow through college –– measuring 6'7 ¾" without shoes at the NBA Draft Combine. The Isaac Jones sales pitch is centered around his strong intangibles, outstanding motor, unique pairing of coordination and length, and the defensive versatility he offers with the ability to move his feet, change angles, and contest with his impressive 7-foot-3 wingspan. He's conducted workouts with the Oklahoma City Thunder, New York Knicks, Indiana Pacers, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Cleveland Cavaliers this past week. One of our favorite sleepers in the class.

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A memorable matchup for the Division 7 title saw Ohio's career-scoring leader try his best to give Cornerstone Christian the crown, but undefeated Russia would cap off the program's 1st-ever championship season with a 74-57 victory at UD Arena in Dayton. The Raiders (29-0) have been building up to this season with 11 senior members of the roster making their 3rd consecutive Final Four appearance. They looked like the more complete team in the opening minutes by building a 20-14 cushion heading into the second quarter, but that's when Quinn Kwasniak began to take matters into his own hands. The Army commit put up 15 of his game-high 38 points in the frame, cashing in a pair of logo 3-pointers that fueled the Patriots (21-9) crowd and dazzled everyone else in attendance. CCA would trim the deficit to 38-34 by the halftime break but failed to keep momentum out of the locker room. A big 3rd quarter from Braylon Cordonnier, where he scored 10 of his team-best 21 points, helped the Raiders create some separation on the scoreboard heading into the final stanza. On the strength of a 9-0 run midway through the fourth quarter, Russia would put the game away with three players finishing the night with 14+ points. An emotional crowd watched as the final seconds fell off the clock, ensuring the Raiders a perfect season in dominating fashion. The win is the 1,000th in program history for Russia, who have accumulated an impressive 81-6 overall record over the last 3 seasons. Kwasniak finished his career with a state record 3,341 points. This State Championship highlight is presented by Maumee Bay Turf Danny’s Cafe Rossford

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𝑇𝑖𝑑𝑒 𝐻𝑜𝑜𝑝𝑠 𝐻𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑦 𝑖𝑠 𝑠𝑝𝑜𝑡𝑙𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 20 𝑚𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑎𝑐𝑡𝑓𝑢𝑙 𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑠 𝑑𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑁𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑂𝑎𝑡𝑠 𝐸𝑟𝑎. 𝐻𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 12𝑡ℎ 𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑟𝑦 𝑖𝑛 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑠𝑢𝑚𝑚𝑒𝑟 𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠. 𝐍𝐨. 𝟕 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝟕𝟖, 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝟓𝟐 Date: Jan. 7, 2023 Impact/History: Largest margin of victory by the Crimson Tide over the Wildcats Where: Tuscaloosa (Coleman Coliseum) If victories over two different No. 1-ranked teams before SEC play even started had not been enough to grab the attention of college basketball, Alabama Men’s Basketball made another emphatic statement with a historical drubbing of the Kentucky Wildcats in front of a rabid sellout crowd in Coleman Coliseum. In his fourth season at the Capstone, Nate Oats led the Crimson Tide to its largest margin of victory against the Wildcats in a lopsided 78-52 dismantling that had Kentucky head coach John Calipari calling a timeout in the opening two minutes. “The crowd was unbelievable,” Oats said. “Students aren’t in school until Wednesday, the first day of class, so for them to show up and support us like they did was great. “We’re trying to put a program and product out there that everyone is proud to support, and they definitely supported us tonight, so I just want to thank everybody for that.” The 26-point walloping edged the previous best in program history which occurred in 1990 when Alabama throttled Kentucky 83-58. Alabama opened the game on a quick 6-0 run that had sophomore center Charles Bediako putting the reigning national player of the year, Oscar Tshiebwe, in the torture chamber. The fast start by the Crimson Tide infuriated Calipari so much he had to call a timeout just 2 minutes and eight seconds into the game. Brandon Miller led Alabama with 19 points and seven rebounds, while Mark Sears had 16 points, six rebounds and four assists. Jahvon Quinerly had 12 points and Bediako finished with nine points, six rebounds and two blocks. “I can’t say enough about our guys and how hard they played on defense and how locked in to the scouting report they were,” Oats said. “I thought Sears was unbelievable. I thought Charles was great on Tshiebwe.” Alabama led 35-24 at halftime and opened the second half on a 13-3 run to push the margin to 48-27. At one point the advantage reached 31 points. Tshiebwe struggled against the size of Bediako and finished with just four points and six rebounds.

𝑇𝑖𝑑𝑒 𝐻𝑜𝑜𝑝𝑠 𝐻𝑖𝑠𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑦 𝑖𝑠 𝑠𝑝𝑜𝑡𝑙𝑖𝑔ℎ𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 20 𝑚𝑜𝑠𝑡 𝑖𝑚𝑝𝑎𝑐𝑡𝑓𝑢𝑙 𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑠 𝑑𝑢𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑁𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑂𝑎𝑡𝑠 𝐸𝑟𝑎. 𝐻𝑒𝑟𝑒 𝑖𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 12𝑡ℎ 𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑟𝑦 𝑖𝑛 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑠𝑢𝑚𝑚𝑒𝑟 𝑠𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑒𝑠. 𝐍𝐨. 𝟕 𝐀𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐚𝐦𝐚 𝟕𝟖, 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐮𝐜𝐤𝐲 𝟓𝟐 Date: Jan. 7, 2023 Impact/History: Largest margin of victory by the Crimson Tide over the Wildcats Where: Tuscaloosa (Coleman Coliseum) If victories over two different No. 1-ranked teams before SEC play even started had not been enough to grab the attention of college basketball, Alabama Men’s Basketball made another emphatic statement with a historical drubbing of the Kentucky Wildcats in front of a rabid sellout crowd in Coleman Coliseum. In his fourth season at the Capstone, Nate Oats led the Crimson Tide to its largest margin of victory against the Wildcats in a lopsided 78-52 dismantling that had Kentucky head coach John Calipari calling a timeout in the opening two minutes. “The crowd was unbelievable,” Oats said. “Students aren’t in school until Wednesday, the first day of class, so for them to show up and support us like they did was great. “We’re trying to put a program and product out there that everyone is proud to support, and they definitely supported us tonight, so I just want to thank everybody for that.” The 26-point walloping edged the previous best in program history which occurred in 1990 when Alabama throttled Kentucky 83-58. Alabama opened the game on a quick 6-0 run that had sophomore center Charles Bediako putting the reigning national player of the year, Oscar Tshiebwe, in the torture chamber. The fast start by the Crimson Tide infuriated Calipari so much he had to call a timeout just 2 minutes and eight seconds into the game. Brandon Miller led Alabama with 19 points and seven rebounds, while Mark Sears had 16 points, six rebounds and four assists. Jahvon Quinerly had 12 points and Bediako finished with nine points, six rebounds and two blocks. “I can’t say enough about our guys and how hard they played on defense and how locked in to the scouting report they were,” Oats said. “I thought Sears was unbelievable. I thought Charles was great on Tshiebwe.” Alabama led 35-24 at halftime and opened the second half on a 13-3 run to push the margin to 48-27. At one point the advantage reached 31 points. Tshiebwe struggled against the size of Bediako and finished with just four points and six rebounds.

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For those that had the privilege to see the greatness of linebacker Derrick Thomas in person, they will remember the significance of what happened 37 years ago when the Alabama Football legend ensured the Crimson Tide would not lose in an 8-3 victory over Penn State on Oct. 22, 1988, inside Legion Field. Thomas terrorized Penn State’s Tony Sacca all afternoon and finished with three sacks, nine quarterback hurries, eight tackles and almost outscored the Nittany Lions by himself with a fourth-quarter safety. Led by the heroic performance, the Crimson Tide defense allowed just 21 yards in the second half. In the 1988 season, Thomas won the Butkas Award as the nation’s top linebacker and finished with a staggering 27 sacks. To put that in perspective, Alabama as a team had 25 sacks last season with one extra game. “We made some changes at halftime to free Derrick Thomas,” Alabama head coach Bill Curry said. “Once Derrick Thomas is flying around, all kinds of things happen. They start looking for him. It’s a real nightmare when there’s a player like that on the other team.” CBS televised the defensive slugfest and announcer Brent Musburger described Thomas’s afternoon as, “the most dominating performance I’ve ever seen by a college player.” Philip Doyle scored the only offensive points for Alabama with a 39-yard field goal in the second quarter, before giving the Crimson Tide a 6-3 lead with a 35-yard field goal in the third quarter. Thomas added his safety early in the fourth quarter and a late quarterback hurry ended Penn State’s final offensive series when Lee Ozmint intercepted Sacca. Penn State finished with just 169 yards of total offense (98 passing, 71 rushing) and eight first downs.

For those that had the privilege to see the greatness of linebacker Derrick Thomas in person, they will remember the significance of what happened 37 years ago when the Alabama Football legend ensured the Crimson Tide would not lose in an 8-3 victory over Penn State on Oct. 22, 1988, inside Legion Field. Thomas terrorized Penn State’s Tony Sacca all afternoon and finished with three sacks, nine quarterback hurries, eight tackles and almost outscored the Nittany Lions by himself with a fourth-quarter safety. Led by the heroic performance, the Crimson Tide defense allowed just 21 yards in the second half. In the 1988 season, Thomas won the Butkas Award as the nation’s top linebacker and finished with a staggering 27 sacks. To put that in perspective, Alabama as a team had 25 sacks last season with one extra game. “We made some changes at halftime to free Derrick Thomas,” Alabama head coach Bill Curry said. “Once Derrick Thomas is flying around, all kinds of things happen. They start looking for him. It’s a real nightmare when there’s a player like that on the other team.” CBS televised the defensive slugfest and announcer Brent Musburger described Thomas’s afternoon as, “the most dominating performance I’ve ever seen by a college player.” Philip Doyle scored the only offensive points for Alabama with a 39-yard field goal in the second quarter, before giving the Crimson Tide a 6-3 lead with a 35-yard field goal in the third quarter. Thomas added his safety early in the fourth quarter and a late quarterback hurry ended Penn State’s final offensive series when Lee Ozmint intercepted Sacca. Penn State finished with just 169 yards of total offense (98 passing, 71 rushing) and eight first downs.

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SGA’S EXCELLENCE: FUELING OKC’S DOMINANCE & AN MVP CAMPAIGN “That was a masterpiece,” said Thunder coach Mark Daigneault after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point outburst in Thursday’s win over Indiana. “Shai was outstanding … He was at his own pace the entire night. Great blend of passing and attacking. Great blend of shooting and attacking. He just had total control of the wheel.” SGA’s masterful outing extended the Thunder’s league-best win streak to nine games. Tonight, OKC will face Charlotte (6 PM ET, NBA TV), looking to match its longest win streak in a single season since 2013-14 — with Gilgeous-Alexander firmly in the driver’s seat. MVP Level: Ranked third on the Kia NBA MVP Ladder, SGA (31.1 ppg, 6.1 apg, 2.0 spg) is the only player in the league averaging 30+ points, 6+ assists and 2+ steals. Leveling Up: Amid the win streak, he’s elevated his game, averaging an NBA-best 33.8 points and 2.6 steals while raising both his FG% (54.2) and 3P% (37.3). In Thursday’s win, SGA shot 15-of-22 (68.2%) from the floor, 4-of-5 from deep (80%) and 11-for-11 (100%) from the line, becoming just the fourth player in NBA history to score 45+ points on 65/80/100 shooting splits or better. One game prior, he dropped 41 points with three steals and three blocks — a feat no other player has accomplished this season — proving his impact extends well beyond scoring. Since 2018-19, his first NBA season, SGA leads all players in 30+ point, 3+ steal games with 39. In that same span, he ranks first among guards in games of 3+ blocks and 3+ steals with seven. This season, SGA leads the Thunder in total steals (57) and blocks (32), and 72% of their forced turnovers come when he’s on the floor. His all-around excellence drives OKC’s success on both ends — at an unprecedented level — as it’s on pace to become the first team to record more steals than turnovers since turnovers were first tracked in 1977-78. “There’s two sides of the ball on every possession,” said SGA after Monday’s win. “I try to affect the game anywhere I can on every possession and help my team win.” Tonight, the Thunder will not only look to match their longest single-season win streak since 2013-14 but also equal their best 30-game start since moving to Oklahoma City with 25 wins — a mark set by the ’13-14 squad. That team was led by Kevin Durant, who went on to win that season’s Kia NBA MVP. Eleven years later, OKC has another MVP-caliber player leading a historic start.

SGA’S EXCELLENCE: FUELING OKC’S DOMINANCE & AN MVP CAMPAIGN “That was a masterpiece,” said Thunder coach Mark Daigneault after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 45-point outburst in Thursday’s win over Indiana. “Shai was outstanding … He was at his own pace the entire night. Great blend of passing and attacking. Great blend of shooting and attacking. He just had total control of the wheel.” SGA’s masterful outing extended the Thunder’s league-best win streak to nine games. Tonight, OKC will face Charlotte (6 PM ET, NBA TV), looking to match its longest win streak in a single season since 2013-14 — with Gilgeous-Alexander firmly in the driver’s seat. MVP Level: Ranked third on the Kia NBA MVP Ladder, SGA (31.1 ppg, 6.1 apg, 2.0 spg) is the only player in the league averaging 30+ points, 6+ assists and 2+ steals. Leveling Up: Amid the win streak, he’s elevated his game, averaging an NBA-best 33.8 points and 2.6 steals while raising both his FG% (54.2) and 3P% (37.3). In Thursday’s win, SGA shot 15-of-22 (68.2%) from the floor, 4-of-5 from deep (80%) and 11-for-11 (100%) from the line, becoming just the fourth player in NBA history to score 45+ points on 65/80/100 shooting splits or better. One game prior, he dropped 41 points with three steals and three blocks — a feat no other player has accomplished this season — proving his impact extends well beyond scoring. Since 2018-19, his first NBA season, SGA leads all players in 30+ point, 3+ steal games with 39. In that same span, he ranks first among guards in games of 3+ blocks and 3+ steals with seven. This season, SGA leads the Thunder in total steals (57) and blocks (32), and 72% of their forced turnovers come when he’s on the floor. His all-around excellence drives OKC’s success on both ends — at an unprecedented level — as it’s on pace to become the first team to record more steals than turnovers since turnovers were first tracked in 1977-78. “There’s two sides of the ball on every possession,” said SGA after Monday’s win. “I try to affect the game anywhere I can on every possession and help my team win.” Tonight, the Thunder will not only look to match their longest single-season win streak since 2013-14 but also equal their best 30-game start since moving to Oklahoma City with 25 wins — a mark set by the ’13-14 squad. That team was led by Kevin Durant, who went on to win that season’s Kia NBA MVP. Eleven years later, OKC has another MVP-caliber player leading a historic start.

NBA

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GREATEST SCORER EVER 🐐🐐 55 points in a half 62 points in 3 quarters 50+ points in 3 quarters on 6 different occasions Outscored an entire NBA Finals-bound team through 3 quarters 81 points in a single game 12 three-pointers in one game 9 straight 40-point games 4 straight 50-point games 6 60-point games (more than Durant, LeBron, Jordan, and Kareem combined) 28–30 point halves 2 30-point quarters NBA record 11–20 point 4th quarters! 36–20 point quarters NBA record: 715 points in the 4th quarter in one season 13 straight 35-point games 23 consecutive points in an NBA Finals Averaged 40+ points for an entire month – and he did it 4 DIFFERENT TIMES Jordan, LeBron, Curry, Kareem, Durant, McGrady, Carmelo, Shaq, and Iverson never managed even once Scored 36.5% of his team’s points in one season – a modern NBA record SCORING LEADERS BY DECADE 1960s: Wilt Chamberlain – 28,858 points 2000s: Kobe Bryant – 25,724 points 1990s: Karl Malone – 24,592 points 2010s: LeBron James – 24,522 points 1970s: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 24,484 points 1980s: Alex English – 22,395 points 1950s: Dolph Schayes – 15,079 points 2020s: Jayson Tatum – 11,059 points 1940s: Joe Fulks – 4,929 points TEAM SCORING AVERAGES BY ERA: 1960–1972 (Wilt era): 114.6 PPG 1969–1989 (Kareem era): 109.0 PPG 1979–1992 (Magic & Bird era): 108.7 PPG 1984–1998 (Jordan era): 105.1 PPG 2009–2022 (Curry era): 103.9 PPG 2003–2022 (LeBron era): 101.8 PPG 1996–2016 (Kobe era): 97.6 PPG Adjusted to 2024 pace: Kobe would boast the highest PPG in NBA history SCORING KINGS ACROSS ERAS – ADJUSTED TO A PACE OF 114.6 PPG Let’s level the playing field If every player’s team averaged 114.6 points per game here’s what their scoring totals would look like. This gives true perspective on who the most dominant scorer really was 1940s – Joe Fulks • Actual: 4,929 points • Team Pace: ~75 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~7,531 points 1950s – Dolph Schayes • Actual: 15,079 points • Team Pace: ~85 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~20,357 points 1960s – Wilt Chamberlain • Actual: 28,858 points • Team Pace: 114.6 PPG • No Adjustment Needed: 28,858 points 1970s – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar • Actual: 24,484 points • Team Pace: ~109 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~25,708 points 1980s – Alex English • Actual: 22,395 points • Team Pace: ~105.1 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~24,411 points 1990s – Karl Malone • Actual: 24,592 points • Team Pace: ~105.1 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~26,805 points 2000s – KOBE BRYANT • Actual: 25,724 points • Team Pace: ~97.6 PPG (lowest of all eras!) • Adjusted Total: ~30,200 points — HIGHEST OF ALL TIME! 2010s – LeBron James • Actual: 24,522 points • Team Pace: ~101.8 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~27,615 points 2020s – Jayson Tatum (and counting) • Actual: 11,059 points • Team Pace: ~100 PPG Adjusted Total: ~12,674 points When adjusted for scoring pace, KOBE BRYANT not only holds his ground—he DOMINATES all eras. His adjusted decade scoring total of ~30,200 points puts him above Wilt, Kareem, Malone, and LeBron. And he did it in the slowest, most defensively grueling era with the lowest pace of all. (40+ PPG Over an Entire Month – Kobe Achieved This 4 Times): February 2003: • 40.6 PPG • 4.9 RPG • 3.6 APG • FG%: 47 • 3PT%: 43 • FT%: 85 • TS%: 58.4 January 2006: • 43.4 PPG • 5.6 RPG • 4.1 APG • FG%: 48 • 3PT%: 40 • FT%: 90 • TS%: 61.1 April 2006: • 41.6 PPG • 5.5 RPG • 3.6 APG • FG%: 51 • 3PT%: 41 • FT%: 82 • TS%: 62.1 March 2007: • 40.4 PPG • 6.2 RPG • 4.5 APG • FG%: 46 • 3PT%: 37 • FT%: 87 • TS%: 57.5 DOMINATING IN THE TOUGHEST ERA EVER: Kobe’s scoring transcends raw numbers he was iconic, legendary, and graceful. With a refined, multidimensional skill set spanning post moves, fade-aways, mid-range jumpers, and off-hand finishes, he kept defenses off-balance at every turn. In an era marked by relentless, elite defenders, Kobe’s diverse and masterful scoring approach cements his status as the Greatest Scorer of All Time

GREATEST SCORER EVER 🐐🐐 55 points in a half 62 points in 3 quarters 50+ points in 3 quarters on 6 different occasions Outscored an entire NBA Finals-bound team through 3 quarters 81 points in a single game 12 three-pointers in one game 9 straight 40-point games 4 straight 50-point games 6 60-point games (more than Durant, LeBron, Jordan, and Kareem combined) 28–30 point halves 2 30-point quarters NBA record 11–20 point 4th quarters! 36–20 point quarters NBA record: 715 points in the 4th quarter in one season 13 straight 35-point games 23 consecutive points in an NBA Finals Averaged 40+ points for an entire month – and he did it 4 DIFFERENT TIMES Jordan, LeBron, Curry, Kareem, Durant, McGrady, Carmelo, Shaq, and Iverson never managed even once Scored 36.5% of his team’s points in one season – a modern NBA record SCORING LEADERS BY DECADE 1960s: Wilt Chamberlain – 28,858 points 2000s: Kobe Bryant – 25,724 points 1990s: Karl Malone – 24,592 points 2010s: LeBron James – 24,522 points 1970s: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – 24,484 points 1980s: Alex English – 22,395 points 1950s: Dolph Schayes – 15,079 points 2020s: Jayson Tatum – 11,059 points 1940s: Joe Fulks – 4,929 points TEAM SCORING AVERAGES BY ERA: 1960–1972 (Wilt era): 114.6 PPG 1969–1989 (Kareem era): 109.0 PPG 1979–1992 (Magic & Bird era): 108.7 PPG 1984–1998 (Jordan era): 105.1 PPG 2009–2022 (Curry era): 103.9 PPG 2003–2022 (LeBron era): 101.8 PPG 1996–2016 (Kobe era): 97.6 PPG Adjusted to 2024 pace: Kobe would boast the highest PPG in NBA history SCORING KINGS ACROSS ERAS – ADJUSTED TO A PACE OF 114.6 PPG Let’s level the playing field If every player’s team averaged 114.6 points per game here’s what their scoring totals would look like. This gives true perspective on who the most dominant scorer really was 1940s – Joe Fulks • Actual: 4,929 points • Team Pace: ~75 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~7,531 points 1950s – Dolph Schayes • Actual: 15,079 points • Team Pace: ~85 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~20,357 points 1960s – Wilt Chamberlain • Actual: 28,858 points • Team Pace: 114.6 PPG • No Adjustment Needed: 28,858 points 1970s – Kareem Abdul-Jabbar • Actual: 24,484 points • Team Pace: ~109 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~25,708 points 1980s – Alex English • Actual: 22,395 points • Team Pace: ~105.1 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~24,411 points 1990s – Karl Malone • Actual: 24,592 points • Team Pace: ~105.1 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~26,805 points 2000s – KOBE BRYANT • Actual: 25,724 points • Team Pace: ~97.6 PPG (lowest of all eras!) • Adjusted Total: ~30,200 points — HIGHEST OF ALL TIME! 2010s – LeBron James • Actual: 24,522 points • Team Pace: ~101.8 PPG • Adjusted Total: ~27,615 points 2020s – Jayson Tatum (and counting) • Actual: 11,059 points • Team Pace: ~100 PPG Adjusted Total: ~12,674 points When adjusted for scoring pace, KOBE BRYANT not only holds his ground—he DOMINATES all eras. His adjusted decade scoring total of ~30,200 points puts him above Wilt, Kareem, Malone, and LeBron. And he did it in the slowest, most defensively grueling era with the lowest pace of all. (40+ PPG Over an Entire Month – Kobe Achieved This 4 Times): February 2003: • 40.6 PPG • 4.9 RPG • 3.6 APG • FG%: 47 • 3PT%: 43 • FT%: 85 • TS%: 58.4 January 2006: • 43.4 PPG • 5.6 RPG • 4.1 APG • FG%: 48 • 3PT%: 40 • FT%: 90 • TS%: 61.1 April 2006: • 41.6 PPG • 5.5 RPG • 3.6 APG • FG%: 51 • 3PT%: 41 • FT%: 82 • TS%: 62.1 March 2007: • 40.4 PPG • 6.2 RPG • 4.5 APG • FG%: 46 • 3PT%: 37 • FT%: 87 • TS%: 57.5 DOMINATING IN THE TOUGHEST ERA EVER: Kobe’s scoring transcends raw numbers he was iconic, legendary, and graceful. With a refined, multidimensional skill set spanning post moves, fade-aways, mid-range jumpers, and off-hand finishes, he kept defenses off-balance at every turn. In an era marked by relentless, elite defenders, Kobe’s diverse and masterful scoring approach cements his status as the Greatest Scorer of All Time

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I have finally come to the conclusion that the Bears will draft Caleb Williams, arguably the highest upside in a QB since Luck. But then I started seeing legit buzz on a QB I have watched the least. In my head, JJ McCarthy was average and there is no way he is going top 10. I couldn’t be anymore wrong than that. I am hearing he is going top 4 folks, and some believe he could go top 3. I won’t pretend like I have been high on McCarthy, but when I started watching his film, I was surprised at his poise, footwork, arm talent, and athleticism. He plays the game like a pro QB. This guy looks like a grown man playing QB among boys. But, I was puzzled at his lack of production. One thing I am learning when evaluating QBs is the fact that traits weigh just as heavily as production. Teams must factor in what a player is tasked to do and what a player is capable of doing. Harbaugh has coached JJ to play as efficient as possible. He plays far beyond his age and his game should easily translate to the pros. He has the arm talent to throw deep bombs, the athleticism to be complete dual threat QB, and the discernment to make the best use of his talents. He is efficient in managing a game and keeping the sticks moving. Point blank, this guy doesn’t give a damn about personal accolades or the spotlight. He is just a winner. He is tough as nails mentally and physically (he puts extra focus into mental health). He has that “IT” factor where teammates and coaches just believe in his will to win. He won 2 state championships at Nazareth Academy in Chicago and 1 at IMG academy. He led the Wolverines to an undefeated record and national championship. He is a hometown kid coached by a former Chicago Bears QB. Simply put, This is not a guy to overlook folks. He probably wants to be a Chicago Bear far more than any other player in this draft. Pretty sure we are locked in on Caleb, and I’m excited for our future. But expect the unexpected in the NFL Draft. #ChicagoBears #BearsTwitter #Homegrown

I have finally come to the conclusion that the Bears will draft Caleb Williams, arguably the highest upside in a QB since Luck. But then I started seeing legit buzz on a QB I have watched the least. In my head, JJ McCarthy was average and there is no way he is going top 10. I couldn’t be anymore wrong than that. I am hearing he is going top 4 folks, and some believe he could go top 3. I won’t pretend like I have been high on McCarthy, but when I started watching his film, I was surprised at his poise, footwork, arm talent, and athleticism. He plays the game like a pro QB. This guy looks like a grown man playing QB among boys. But, I was puzzled at his lack of production. One thing I am learning when evaluating QBs is the fact that traits weigh just as heavily as production. Teams must factor in what a player is tasked to do and what a player is capable of doing. Harbaugh has coached JJ to play as efficient as possible. He plays far beyond his age and his game should easily translate to the pros. He has the arm talent to throw deep bombs, the athleticism to be complete dual threat QB, and the discernment to make the best use of his talents. He is efficient in managing a game and keeping the sticks moving. Point blank, this guy doesn’t give a damn about personal accolades or the spotlight. He is just a winner. He is tough as nails mentally and physically (he puts extra focus into mental health). He has that “IT” factor where teammates and coaches just believe in his will to win. He won 2 state championships at Nazareth Academy in Chicago and 1 at IMG academy. He led the Wolverines to an undefeated record and national championship. He is a hometown kid coached by a former Chicago Bears QB. Simply put, This is not a guy to overlook folks. He probably wants to be a Chicago Bear far more than any other player in this draft. Pretty sure we are locked in on Caleb, and I’m excited for our future. But expect the unexpected in the NFL Draft. #ChicagoBears #BearsTwitter #Homegrown

White Cunningham

47,849 Aufrufe • vor 2 Jahren

On this date 22 years ago on March 20, 2004, Alabama Men’s Basketball delivered one of the most stunning NCAA Tournament upsets in program history, rallying from a 13-point second-half deficit to take down No. 1 seed Stanford, 70-67, in Seattle. The eighth-seeded Crimson Tide looked dead in the water midway through the second half. Stanford, powered by Pac-10 Player of the Year Josh Childress and carrying a dominant 30-1 record, had built a 53-40 lead with just 7:40 remaining. Everything pointed toward a routine closeout by the top seed. Then came the surge that Alabama fans still talk about today. The Tide flipped the game on its head with a breathtaking 16-0 run, turning a double-digit deficit into a lead in a matter of minutes. The momentum inside the arena shifted completely as Alabama’s defense tightened and Stanford suddenly had no answers. Kennedy Winston led the charge with 21 points, while Earnest Shelton poured in 14 to help ignite the comeback. Chuck Davis and Antoine Pettway each added 12 points, and Alabama showed poise at the line—knocking down 10 of 14 free throws in the closing minutes to seal the upset. Childress, held to 12 points, fouled out with 3:18 remaining and could only watch from the bench as the Tide completed the shocker. In the Alabama locker room afterward, a sign summed it up perfectly: “They weren’t overrated. We were underrated.” The victory sent shockwaves across college basketball, landing Alabama on the cover of Sports Illustrated and propelling the program to its first Sweet Sixteen appearance since 1991—a moment that still stands as one of the defining wins of the modern era of Crimson Tide basketball.

On this date 22 years ago on March 20, 2004, Alabama Men’s Basketball delivered one of the most stunning NCAA Tournament upsets in program history, rallying from a 13-point second-half deficit to take down No. 1 seed Stanford, 70-67, in Seattle. The eighth-seeded Crimson Tide looked dead in the water midway through the second half. Stanford, powered by Pac-10 Player of the Year Josh Childress and carrying a dominant 30-1 record, had built a 53-40 lead with just 7:40 remaining. Everything pointed toward a routine closeout by the top seed. Then came the surge that Alabama fans still talk about today. The Tide flipped the game on its head with a breathtaking 16-0 run, turning a double-digit deficit into a lead in a matter of minutes. The momentum inside the arena shifted completely as Alabama’s defense tightened and Stanford suddenly had no answers. Kennedy Winston led the charge with 21 points, while Earnest Shelton poured in 14 to help ignite the comeback. Chuck Davis and Antoine Pettway each added 12 points, and Alabama showed poise at the line—knocking down 10 of 14 free throws in the closing minutes to seal the upset. Childress, held to 12 points, fouled out with 3:18 remaining and could only watch from the bench as the Tide completed the shocker. In the Alabama locker room afterward, a sign summed it up perfectly: “They weren’t overrated. We were underrated.” The victory sent shockwaves across college basketball, landing Alabama on the cover of Sports Illustrated and propelling the program to its first Sweet Sixteen appearance since 1991—a moment that still stands as one of the defining wins of the modern era of Crimson Tide basketball.

Tide Hoops History

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Heaven Birthday, O.A. "Bum" Phillips Born 102 Years Ago Today🤠🩵🕯️ A Tribute to the 'Patron Saint' of the #Oilers' "Luv Ya Blue" Phenomenon of the 1970s Head Coach and Leader of the Houston Oilers and New Orleans #Saints A "country gentleman" who completely rejuvenated a hapless franchise, restoring it to football prominence, while invigorating a city and fanbase in the process. Bum was one of #NFL history's most colorful characters, always good for an unforgettable country idiom. Unmistakably recognizable in his cowboy boots and Stetson hat, he instilled togetherness and indoctrinated team unity (both on and off the field) with the players on his Oilers and Saints teams of the 1970s and '80s — often allowing "family days" for his players at Saturday practice sessions and holding team pizza and beer nights during the season. Bum was an ingenious coach — a true innovative defensive mind, one who never seems to get his just due in that regard. Widely acknowledged as one of the inventors of the defensive numbering system that is currently used in the sport today, he — along with Chuck Fairbanks — took the basic, elementary principles of the college 3-4 defensive scheme and modernized it in earnest into a full-fledged pro base defensive alignment. Prior to this, elements of the pro 3-4 had only been seen in various substitution packages, most notably Bill Arnsparger's "53" defense for the Dolphins' Super Bowl teams. The linchpin of the alignment was future Hall of Famer Curley Culp, who Bum deployed as the proverbial "eye of the hurricane" at the newly-revolutionized nose tackle position. His play in 1975 would garner him NFL Defensive Player of the Year honors by the NEA. In 1975 — his first season as head coach of the Oilers — Phillips led #Houston to its first winning season in eight years and its first 10-win season since 1962. In 1978, Bum navigated the Oilers to their first postseason appearance in nine years, and from 1978 through 1980, led Houston to three consecutive postseason appearances — something that had not occurred since the first three seasons of the franchise's existence, 1960 through 1962. During his six seasons as head coach of the Oilers, Bum recorded five winning campaigns and four seasons with 10-or-more victories. In 1978 and again in '79, his teams would succumb to their fierce AFC Central rival — the eventual back-to-back Super Bowl champion Steelers — in the AFC Championship. After his time in Houston, Phillips moved on to coach the Saints from 1981 to 1985, leading the franchise to then only its second non-losing season ever in 1983. Heaven Birthday to a true original in every sense of the word🤠

Heaven Birthday, O.A. "Bum" Phillips Born 102 Years Ago Today🤠🩵🕯️ A Tribute to the 'Patron Saint' of the #Oilers' "Luv Ya Blue" Phenomenon of the 1970s Head Coach and Leader of the Houston Oilers and New Orleans #Saints A "country gentleman" who completely rejuvenated a hapless franchise, restoring it to football prominence, while invigorating a city and fanbase in the process. Bum was one of #NFL history's most colorful characters, always good for an unforgettable country idiom. Unmistakably recognizable in his cowboy boots and Stetson hat, he instilled togetherness and indoctrinated team unity (both on and off the field) with the players on his Oilers and Saints teams of the 1970s and '80s — often allowing "family days" for his players at Saturday practice sessions and holding team pizza and beer nights during the season. Bum was an ingenious coach — a true innovative defensive mind, one who never seems to get his just due in that regard. Widely acknowledged as one of the inventors of the defensive numbering system that is currently used in the sport today, he — along with Chuck Fairbanks — took the basic, elementary principles of the college 3-4 defensive scheme and modernized it in earnest into a full-fledged pro base defensive alignment. Prior to this, elements of the pro 3-4 had only been seen in various substitution packages, most notably Bill Arnsparger's "53" defense for the Dolphins' Super Bowl teams. The linchpin of the alignment was future Hall of Famer Curley Culp, who Bum deployed as the proverbial "eye of the hurricane" at the newly-revolutionized nose tackle position. His play in 1975 would garner him NFL Defensive Player of the Year honors by the NEA. In 1975 — his first season as head coach of the Oilers — Phillips led #Houston to its first winning season in eight years and its first 10-win season since 1962. In 1978, Bum navigated the Oilers to their first postseason appearance in nine years, and from 1978 through 1980, led Houston to three consecutive postseason appearances — something that had not occurred since the first three seasons of the franchise's existence, 1960 through 1962. During his six seasons as head coach of the Oilers, Bum recorded five winning campaigns and four seasons with 10-or-more victories. In 1978 and again in '79, his teams would succumb to their fierce AFC Central rival — the eventual back-to-back Super Bowl champion Steelers — in the AFC Championship. After his time in Houston, Phillips moved on to coach the Saints from 1981 to 1985, leading the franchise to then only its second non-losing season ever in 1983. Heaven Birthday to a true original in every sense of the word🤠

Kevin Gallagher

13,047 Aufrufe • vor 10 Monaten

In Division III, Region 10 action, #3 Padua Bruins Baseball punched its ticket to the Regional Final with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Sylvania Southview Baseball, despite being outhit 7-4. Talented 2028 two-way prospect Chase Martin set the tone on the mound, earning the win after five strong innings. The right-hander allowed just one run on four hits and two walks while piling up 11 strikeouts. 2027 RHP Brandon Tillman took over for the final two innings and secured the save, striking out two while helping the Bruins hold off a late Southview push. Offensively, Padua was led by a pair of standout underclassmen. 2028 Braylon Benson reached base twice, scored two runs, and wreaked havoc on the bases with four stolen bags. 2029 Michael Cangelosi Jr. sparked the offense with an early triple and later scored on a Chase Martin RBI single. For Southview, 2026 RHP Will Colyer kept the Cougars within striking distance all game. The Terra State Baseball commit tossed six innings, allowing three runs on three hits and four walks while striking out six. He also contributed offensively, driving in a run at the plate. Padua now advances to face #6 University School Baseball in the Regional Final. University School earned its spot earlier in the day with a 4-1 victory over Defiance Baseball. Follow the thread for top performers, scouting reports, videos, and more 👇 #RoadToAkron #OHHS26 #MadeInOhio Prep Baseball

In Division III, Region 10 action, #3 Padua Bruins Baseball punched its ticket to the Regional Final with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Sylvania Southview Baseball, despite being outhit 7-4. Talented 2028 two-way prospect Chase Martin set the tone on the mound, earning the win after five strong innings. The right-hander allowed just one run on four hits and two walks while piling up 11 strikeouts. 2027 RHP Brandon Tillman took over for the final two innings and secured the save, striking out two while helping the Bruins hold off a late Southview push. Offensively, Padua was led by a pair of standout underclassmen. 2028 Braylon Benson reached base twice, scored two runs, and wreaked havoc on the bases with four stolen bags. 2029 Michael Cangelosi Jr. sparked the offense with an early triple and later scored on a Chase Martin RBI single. For Southview, 2026 RHP Will Colyer kept the Cougars within striking distance all game. The Terra State Baseball commit tossed six innings, allowing three runs on three hits and four walks while striking out six. He also contributed offensively, driving in a run at the plate. Padua now advances to face #6 University School Baseball in the Regional Final. University School earned its spot earlier in the day with a 4-1 victory over Defiance Baseball. Follow the thread for top performers, scouting reports, videos, and more 👇 #RoadToAkron #OHHS26 #MadeInOhio Prep Baseball

Prep Baseball Ohio

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Thirty-nine years later it remains one of the most painful NCAA Tournament losses for Generation X Alabama Men’s Basketball fans. On March 19, 1987, a dream season for the Crimson Tide came crashing down as Providence stunned No. 2-seeded Alabama, 103-82, in the Sweet Sixteen. For those who lived through it, the disappointment of that night in Louisville still cuts deep, a reminder of how close Alabama came to something even greater. With veteran leadership from Terry Coner, Jim Farmer and Mark Gottfried, combined with the elite talent of Derrick McKey and the physical presence of Michael Ansley, Alabama swept the SEC regular-season and tournament championships and entered March Madness at 26-4 with championship expectations. The Tide handled business early, defeating North Carolina A&T before dominating New Orleans, coached by former Alabama assistant Benny Dees, to reach a third consecutive Sweet Sixteen. Everything appeared aligned for the Crimson Tide to break through to perhaps the program’s first Final Four appearance. But Providence had other plans. Coached by Rick Pitino and led by guards Billy Donovan and Delray Brooks, the Friars caught fire at the perfect moment. Utilizing the new three-point line, Providence buried 14 shots from deep—five each from Donovan and Brooks—and turned the game into a barrage Alabama couldn’t withstand. Alabama trailed just 49-41 at halftime, but the second half slipped away as the Friars’ hot shooting never cooled. Donovan finished with 26 points and Brooks added 23. Farmer led the Tide with 24, while Ansley and Gottfried each scored 14, Coner had 12 and McKey added 11, but it wasn’t enough to stop the surge. Providence rode the momentum to the Final Four, but for Alabama fans, the legacy of that night is something different—a painful reminder of a March run cut too short and the beginning of a lifelong dislike of any Pitino-coached team.

Thirty-nine years later it remains one of the most painful NCAA Tournament losses for Generation X Alabama Men’s Basketball fans. On March 19, 1987, a dream season for the Crimson Tide came crashing down as Providence stunned No. 2-seeded Alabama, 103-82, in the Sweet Sixteen. For those who lived through it, the disappointment of that night in Louisville still cuts deep, a reminder of how close Alabama came to something even greater. With veteran leadership from Terry Coner, Jim Farmer and Mark Gottfried, combined with the elite talent of Derrick McKey and the physical presence of Michael Ansley, Alabama swept the SEC regular-season and tournament championships and entered March Madness at 26-4 with championship expectations. The Tide handled business early, defeating North Carolina A&T before dominating New Orleans, coached by former Alabama assistant Benny Dees, to reach a third consecutive Sweet Sixteen. Everything appeared aligned for the Crimson Tide to break through to perhaps the program’s first Final Four appearance. But Providence had other plans. Coached by Rick Pitino and led by guards Billy Donovan and Delray Brooks, the Friars caught fire at the perfect moment. Utilizing the new three-point line, Providence buried 14 shots from deep—five each from Donovan and Brooks—and turned the game into a barrage Alabama couldn’t withstand. Alabama trailed just 49-41 at halftime, but the second half slipped away as the Friars’ hot shooting never cooled. Donovan finished with 26 points and Brooks added 23. Farmer led the Tide with 24, while Ansley and Gottfried each scored 14, Coner had 12 and McKey added 11, but it wasn’t enough to stop the surge. Providence rode the momentum to the Final Four, but for Alabama fans, the legacy of that night is something different—a painful reminder of a March run cut too short and the beginning of a lifelong dislike of any Pitino-coached team.

Tide Hoops History

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You thought it stopped at the NBA? HA! 🚨 Cleveland Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase have been federally INDICTED on charges of fraud, conspiracy, and bribery for allegedly RIGGING specific Pitches to manipulate bets, allowing gamblers to win hundreds of thousands of dollars. The scandal began in July 2025 when a betting-integrity firm (IC360) flagged unusual wagering on two intentional wild pitches by Ortiz—sliders far outside the zone on June 15 (vs. Mariners) and June 27 (vs. Cardinals)—both first pitches of innings bet heavily as balls or hit-by-pitch from accounts in OH, NY, and NJ. Ortiz was placed on paid leave July 3, with Clase joining later; leaves extended through season. Indictment alleges Ortiz received $5,000–$7,000 bribes per rigged pitch, with Clase acting as intermediary; both face up to 20+ years in prison and potential MLB lifetime bans. Ortiz arrested in Boston; investigation ongoing with MLB cooperation.

You thought it stopped at the NBA? HA! 🚨 Cleveland Guardians pitchers Luis Ortiz and Emmanuel Clase have been federally INDICTED on charges of fraud, conspiracy, and bribery for allegedly RIGGING specific Pitches to manipulate bets, allowing gamblers to win hundreds of thousands of dollars. The scandal began in July 2025 when a betting-integrity firm (IC360) flagged unusual wagering on two intentional wild pitches by Ortiz—sliders far outside the zone on June 15 (vs. Mariners) and June 27 (vs. Cardinals)—both first pitches of innings bet heavily as balls or hit-by-pitch from accounts in OH, NY, and NJ. Ortiz was placed on paid leave July 3, with Clase joining later; leaves extended through season. Indictment alleges Ortiz received $5,000–$7,000 bribes per rigged pitch, with Clase acting as intermediary; both face up to 20+ years in prison and potential MLB lifetime bans. Ortiz arrested in Boston; investigation ongoing with MLB cooperation.

MJTruthUltra

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Jamal Shead's Houston Cougars had a 125-19 record over 4 years. That's 87%. Between tournaments and regular season play, he played in a grand total of 138 games and lost just 18. That's 120-18..again 87%. He's currently the third string point guard on a team that's 7-20. That's 26%. In games he's actually played they're 7-18. Either way you slice it, Jamal Shead has lost more games in the pros already than he's lost in the past 4 years combined with Houston. That's a tough pill to swallow for a guy who values winning this much. So after leading the Raptors 905 to a win over the Maine Celtics 115-114, Shead sat on the bench as his team gave a lackluster effort against the Chicago Bulls... He checked into the game at the start of the fourth quarter with his team down 11 after sitting for three quarters. He put up 10 points, 6 assists and 4 rebounds, made 4/4 of his field goals and led the charge with a ridiculous 31.7 Box Plus Minus in 12 minutes of play, capping off his career best night with a buzzer beating 3 to close the gap to just 1. Jamal is a winner. And while he may not be shooting well or winning many games right now, it's only a matter of time before all of his winning habits translate to the NBA level. The Toronto Raptors have a very special rookie and very special person in Shead. And as Blake Murphy wrote as the headline of his feature article on Shead, all the guy does is win.

Jamal Shead's Houston Cougars had a 125-19 record over 4 years. That's 87%. Between tournaments and regular season play, he played in a grand total of 138 games and lost just 18. That's 120-18..again 87%. He's currently the third string point guard on a team that's 7-20. That's 26%. In games he's actually played they're 7-18. Either way you slice it, Jamal Shead has lost more games in the pros already than he's lost in the past 4 years combined with Houston. That's a tough pill to swallow for a guy who values winning this much. So after leading the Raptors 905 to a win over the Maine Celtics 115-114, Shead sat on the bench as his team gave a lackluster effort against the Chicago Bulls... He checked into the game at the start of the fourth quarter with his team down 11 after sitting for three quarters. He put up 10 points, 6 assists and 4 rebounds, made 4/4 of his field goals and led the charge with a ridiculous 31.7 Box Plus Minus in 12 minutes of play, capping off his career best night with a buzzer beating 3 to close the gap to just 1. Jamal is a winner. And while he may not be shooting well or winning many games right now, it's only a matter of time before all of his winning habits translate to the NBA level. The Toronto Raptors have a very special rookie and very special person in Shead. And as Blake Murphy wrote as the headline of his feature article on Shead, all the guy does is win.

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“How can Kobe be Top 1-2 scorer all time he only has two scoring titles”. It’s because Kobe wasn’t the ball hog yall think he is and he sacrificed to WIN. Kobe’s scoring finishes each season between 2001 - 2013: 2001 #4 at 28.5PPG sharing W/Shaq 2002 #6 at 25.2 PPG sharing W/Shaq 2003 #2 at 30 PPG sharing W/Shaq 2004 #4 at 24 PPG sharing W/Shaq *Shaq leaves: 2005 #2 at 27.7 PPG 2006 #1 at 35.4 PPG 2007 #1 at 31.6 PPG 2008 #2 at 28.3 PPG AS SOON AS HE LEAVES SHAQ, 4 years in a row Kobe finishes Top 2. Kobe playing with Shaq held back averages and scoring titles because he had to sacrifice to feed Shaq and keep the big man’s ego up. 2009 #3 at 26.8 PPG 2010 #4 at 27.0 PPG 2011 #5 at 25.3 PPG 2012 #2 at 27.9 PPG (sat out last game/lost by .01) 2013 #3 at 27.3 PPG (34 Y.O. no signs of slowing) 2014 injury that all but ended his career Kobe finished #2 four times and Shared 4 of these seasons with Shaq. Kobe CLEARLY could have had more scoring titles but was focused on winning. He wanted teammates he could trust and share the ball with. Kobe wasn’t a stat stuffer like people think. If he was he would have kept “trash” teammates and won the scoring title every year. He had that 35PPG just to show you what he could do if he wanted. That 35 PPG hadn’t been done since Jordan pulled it off in 1988 and wasn’t done again until 2018 when Harden did it. No one else will probably do that for another 15-20 years. Few other reasons why KOBE IS A TOP 1-2 SCORER ALL TIME. All accolades accomplished in the hardest era of all time IMO: -Had 4-game in a row w/50+ PTS in 2007 recording: 65PTS, 50PTS, 60PTS, 50PTS -Had 9-game stretch of 40PTS in 2003 Had 6 60PT games (2nd all time behind Wilt) -Had 25 50PT games (3rd all time behind Wilt/Jordan) -Had 122 40PT games (3rd all time behind Wilt/Jordan) -Led the league in total points 4 times -Scored the most PTS in the 2000s with 21,605 PTS -Most PTS scored in a modern era: 81 PTS -4th in all time points with 33,643 -Most points for a shooting guard all time -Scored 60 PTS at 37 years old (record) Kobe was an elite scorer and was only stopped because of injury. And this is why all that “Kobe had only two scoring titles” means nothing in regards to how elite of a scorer he is. There is no one you can name besides MJ in the modern era that had the scoring peak, ability and stats that Kobe had when it comes to scoring. There’s no one that measures up. NO ONE. Don’t let the scoring titles fool you. Kobe was pretty much Micheal Jordan in a better era when it comes to scoring (MJ still the GOAT though).

“How can Kobe be Top 1-2 scorer all time he only has two scoring titles”. It’s because Kobe wasn’t the ball hog yall think he is and he sacrificed to WIN. Kobe’s scoring finishes each season between 2001 - 2013: 2001 #4 at 28.5PPG sharing W/Shaq 2002 #6 at 25.2 PPG sharing W/Shaq 2003 #2 at 30 PPG sharing W/Shaq 2004 #4 at 24 PPG sharing W/Shaq *Shaq leaves: 2005 #2 at 27.7 PPG 2006 #1 at 35.4 PPG 2007 #1 at 31.6 PPG 2008 #2 at 28.3 PPG AS SOON AS HE LEAVES SHAQ, 4 years in a row Kobe finishes Top 2. Kobe playing with Shaq held back averages and scoring titles because he had to sacrifice to feed Shaq and keep the big man’s ego up. 2009 #3 at 26.8 PPG 2010 #4 at 27.0 PPG 2011 #5 at 25.3 PPG 2012 #2 at 27.9 PPG (sat out last game/lost by .01) 2013 #3 at 27.3 PPG (34 Y.O. no signs of slowing) 2014 injury that all but ended his career Kobe finished #2 four times and Shared 4 of these seasons with Shaq. Kobe CLEARLY could have had more scoring titles but was focused on winning. He wanted teammates he could trust and share the ball with. Kobe wasn’t a stat stuffer like people think. If he was he would have kept “trash” teammates and won the scoring title every year. He had that 35PPG just to show you what he could do if he wanted. That 35 PPG hadn’t been done since Jordan pulled it off in 1988 and wasn’t done again until 2018 when Harden did it. No one else will probably do that for another 15-20 years. Few other reasons why KOBE IS A TOP 1-2 SCORER ALL TIME. All accolades accomplished in the hardest era of all time IMO: -Had 4-game in a row w/50+ PTS in 2007 recording: 65PTS, 50PTS, 60PTS, 50PTS -Had 9-game stretch of 40PTS in 2003 Had 6 60PT games (2nd all time behind Wilt) -Had 25 50PT games (3rd all time behind Wilt/Jordan) -Had 122 40PT games (3rd all time behind Wilt/Jordan) -Led the league in total points 4 times -Scored the most PTS in the 2000s with 21,605 PTS -Most PTS scored in a modern era: 81 PTS -4th in all time points with 33,643 -Most points for a shooting guard all time -Scored 60 PTS at 37 years old (record) Kobe was an elite scorer and was only stopped because of injury. And this is why all that “Kobe had only two scoring titles” means nothing in regards to how elite of a scorer he is. There is no one you can name besides MJ in the modern era that had the scoring peak, ability and stats that Kobe had when it comes to scoring. There’s no one that measures up. NO ONE. Don’t let the scoring titles fool you. Kobe was pretty much Micheal Jordan in a better era when it comes to scoring (MJ still the GOAT though).

THE KOBJECTIVE VIEW

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In a Division V Regional Final, #10 (D5) LB Eagle Baseball (22-5) punched its 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓-𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 trip to the State Final Four, defeating ACHS Aces Baseball (14-13) by a 6-1 score and outhitting the Aces 10-2. 2028 RHP/C Kooper Leatherman was dominant from start to finish, keeping Amanda-Clearcreek off balance all evening. The talented two-way tossed a complete game, allowing just one run on two hits and three walks while striking out six. The Eagles' offense backed him with 10 hits, led by a trio of multi-hit performances. 2026 OF Reid Irwin paced the attack with three hits, while 2027 OF Connor Barbara and 2028 INF Taden Troyer each collected two hits. For the Aces, 2026 CF/RHP Gary did everything he could to keep his team within striking distance. The two-way standout entered in relief and delivered five strong innings, allowing just two runs (one earned) while striking out four. At the plate, he accounted for Amanda-Clearcreek's biggest swing of the night, finishing 1-for-2 with a home run, walk, RBI, and run scored. LibertyBentonHS now heads to the state tournament for the first time in program history, where it will face Columbus Academy Baseball (16-16) on June 11 at 10 a.m. The opposite side of the Division V bracket features #1 Waynedale Baseball (29-3) and #7 VHS_Baseball (22-6). Follow the thread for top performers, scouting reports, videos, and more 📝📹👇 #RoadToAkron #OHHS26 #MadeInOhio Prep Baseball

In a Division V Regional Final, #10 (D5) LB Eagle Baseball (22-5) punched its 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐒𝐓-𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐑 trip to the State Final Four, defeating ACHS Aces Baseball (14-13) by a 6-1 score and outhitting the Aces 10-2. 2028 RHP/C Kooper Leatherman was dominant from start to finish, keeping Amanda-Clearcreek off balance all evening. The talented two-way tossed a complete game, allowing just one run on two hits and three walks while striking out six. The Eagles' offense backed him with 10 hits, led by a trio of multi-hit performances. 2026 OF Reid Irwin paced the attack with three hits, while 2027 OF Connor Barbara and 2028 INF Taden Troyer each collected two hits. For the Aces, 2026 CF/RHP Gary did everything he could to keep his team within striking distance. The two-way standout entered in relief and delivered five strong innings, allowing just two runs (one earned) while striking out four. At the plate, he accounted for Amanda-Clearcreek's biggest swing of the night, finishing 1-for-2 with a home run, walk, RBI, and run scored. LibertyBentonHS now heads to the state tournament for the first time in program history, where it will face Columbus Academy Baseball (16-16) on June 11 at 10 a.m. The opposite side of the Division V bracket features #1 Waynedale Baseball (29-3) and #7 VHS_Baseball (22-6). Follow the thread for top performers, scouting reports, videos, and more 📝📹👇 #RoadToAkron #OHHS26 #MadeInOhio Prep Baseball

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“Jayden Daniels is CJ Strouding Caleb Williams!!!” FULL STOP. This isn’t Jayden Daniels vs Caleb Williams. It’s a battle of expectations. When you give a player Three #1 WRs, a dynamic running back, a #1 TE, a defense everyone expects to be top 10 and the Bears barely missed the playoffs last year, expectations are going to be HIGH. I tried to warn everyone of that in the offseason about Chicago. But stay with me. Now Chicago is sitting at 1-2 and some people are panicking because Caleb Williams has played like a rookie. Caleb will be fine, but the expectations are weighing on that entire team. Jayden Daniels and Washington have expectations for themselves, but no one gave them a chance to win against the Bengals except myself and true Washington Commanders fans. Everyone said Chicago was the better destination in the offseason. And when I said Washington was a better situation for a young QB because of the stability of the ownership, GM, Head Coach, OC and veteran pieces it pissed off a lot of people. “How could he say that?” “Chicago has the best personnel a rookie QB has ever had coming into the NFL.” I said it because I know first hand the importance of the environment to a young QBs success. In Chicago, there are a lot of clinched butts walking around because they know how much money they spent to improve their roster and they can’t have the same result or worse than last year. It also doesn’t help that the QB they traded away for a bag of layaway chips in Justin Fields has led the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 3-0 record. In Washington, Jayden Daniels has taken a team with no expectations to a 2-1 record with a SENSATIONAL performance in front of the entire football world. 91.3 % completion percentage, which is the HIGHEST EVER for a Rookie in NFL History. More total Touchdowns than incompletions against the Bengals. Washington sees Jayden Daniels and gets an overwhelming feeling of hope. Chicago sees Caleb Williams and gets an overwhelming feeling of panic. Not JUST because the players’ play. But because of the expectations of the team. It’s still early in the season. And a lot can change in a matter of weeks. But the expectation for both teams is still the same. Washington has a chance to beat anyone when Jayden Daniels plays dang near perfect like he did against the Bengals. No one is all of a sudden picking them to win the Super Bowl, make the playoffs or win their division. But for them that doesn’t matter. They needed to find their Franchise Qb and in 3 weeks they did just that. Chicago made the moves they did not to find their franchise QB and give him time to develop. They did it because they believed Caleb Williams is already that guy and could get them there this year better than Justin Fields could. The pressure is on just 3 weeks in. Some people picked them to win the Super Bowl. Some picked them to win their division. Most picked them to at least make the playoffs. EXPECTATIONS were and still are high for them. Caleb Williams played terrible against the Tennessee Titans and the team won the game because of special teams and defense. The Bears are ready to win now. They are just putting everything on their young QB’s arm to get it done. The Commanders can win now, but aren’t asking the World of Jayden Daniels. He is just giving it to them. Expectations shape the narrative. Don’t worry. There’s still a lot of story to tell.

“Jayden Daniels is CJ Strouding Caleb Williams!!!” FULL STOP. This isn’t Jayden Daniels vs Caleb Williams. It’s a battle of expectations. When you give a player Three #1 WRs, a dynamic running back, a #1 TE, a defense everyone expects to be top 10 and the Bears barely missed the playoffs last year, expectations are going to be HIGH. I tried to warn everyone of that in the offseason about Chicago. But stay with me. Now Chicago is sitting at 1-2 and some people are panicking because Caleb Williams has played like a rookie. Caleb will be fine, but the expectations are weighing on that entire team. Jayden Daniels and Washington have expectations for themselves, but no one gave them a chance to win against the Bengals except myself and true Washington Commanders fans. Everyone said Chicago was the better destination in the offseason. And when I said Washington was a better situation for a young QB because of the stability of the ownership, GM, Head Coach, OC and veteran pieces it pissed off a lot of people. “How could he say that?” “Chicago has the best personnel a rookie QB has ever had coming into the NFL.” I said it because I know first hand the importance of the environment to a young QBs success. In Chicago, there are a lot of clinched butts walking around because they know how much money they spent to improve their roster and they can’t have the same result or worse than last year. It also doesn’t help that the QB they traded away for a bag of layaway chips in Justin Fields has led the Pittsburgh Steelers to a 3-0 record. In Washington, Jayden Daniels has taken a team with no expectations to a 2-1 record with a SENSATIONAL performance in front of the entire football world. 91.3 % completion percentage, which is the HIGHEST EVER for a Rookie in NFL History. More total Touchdowns than incompletions against the Bengals. Washington sees Jayden Daniels and gets an overwhelming feeling of hope. Chicago sees Caleb Williams and gets an overwhelming feeling of panic. Not JUST because the players’ play. But because of the expectations of the team. It’s still early in the season. And a lot can change in a matter of weeks. But the expectation for both teams is still the same. Washington has a chance to beat anyone when Jayden Daniels plays dang near perfect like he did against the Bengals. No one is all of a sudden picking them to win the Super Bowl, make the playoffs or win their division. But for them that doesn’t matter. They needed to find their Franchise Qb and in 3 weeks they did just that. Chicago made the moves they did not to find their franchise QB and give him time to develop. They did it because they believed Caleb Williams is already that guy and could get them there this year better than Justin Fields could. The pressure is on just 3 weeks in. Some people picked them to win the Super Bowl. Some picked them to win their division. Most picked them to at least make the playoffs. EXPECTATIONS were and still are high for them. Caleb Williams played terrible against the Tennessee Titans and the team won the game because of special teams and defense. The Bears are ready to win now. They are just putting everything on their young QB’s arm to get it done. The Commanders can win now, but aren’t asking the World of Jayden Daniels. He is just giving it to them. Expectations shape the narrative. Don’t worry. There’s still a lot of story to tell.

Robert Griffin III

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