Tag: Lebron James

It’s Not About the Type of Dunks, It’s About Who Is Dunking

The Slam Dunk Contest was never just about the types of dunks being performed. It was about who was dunking. The excitement, the energy, and the cultural significance of the contest have always been tied to the players participating. Legends like Julius Erving, Michael Jordan, Vince Carter, and Kobe Bryant helped shape the contest into a spectacle. However, in recent years, superstar participation has declined. The NBA has struggled to uphold its traditions, and the dunk contest has lost its prestige. Restoring its status requires bringing back the league’s biggest names to honor the legacy of the event.

The Power of Athlete Activism: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Lebron James’ Legacy Beyond the Scoreboard

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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Lebron James are more than just basketball players. They are advocates, activists, and leaders using their platforms to create a better world. The all-time scoring record is a significant accomplishment, but it is only a tiny part of their legacy. They will be remembered as two of the greatest basketball players of all time, and as two of the greatest advocates for justice and equality, the sports world has ever seen.

Last night, we saw the best All-Star Game since the 2001 Eastern Conference comback led by Iverson

Last night's NBA All-Star game was exciting and the new format was a really dope concept. It was introduced to the league by veteran all-star guard Chris Paul. One of the changes included a $100,000 charity donation for every quarter won by Team Bron or Team Giannis. Easily helping to make it the best All-Star … Continue reading Last night, we saw the best All-Star Game since the 2001 Eastern Conference comback led by Iverson →

Can Black NBA players start their own league?

Black NBA players are indispensable, Nike has shown support for Kaepernick, despite the company’s partnership with the NFL. Nikes support has helped to reinforce the idea that in today’s market, Black protest and social change can be big business. Black entrepreneurship with an emphasis on Black autonomy and social media creating new platforms to air sports games have created the avenues necessary for Black athletes to corner the market and start their own leagues.

The Complexity of being a Great Basketball player and an even Greater Businessman.

"LeBron, in addition to a lot of other talents, he has a money mind..." - Warren Buffet Lebron James is arguably the most powerful athlete in American sports. You could make an argument that Lebron James is a better businessman than basketball player, bringing in $50 million dollars in endorsements, on top of his average … Continue reading The Complexity of being a Great Basketball player and an even Greater Businessman. →