Ballin Kicks: 2/24/11
Ballin Kicks will feature the best sneakers worn in-game, by NBA players. Today’s edition features, Nike, Jordan, and Adidas basketball kicks.
Ballin Kicks will feature the best sneakers worn in-game, by NBA players. Today’s edition features, Nike, Jordan, and Adidas basketball kicks.
Late Thursday night came word that the Cleveland Cavaliers had bought out the contract of Leon Powe, opening the door for a possible return to Boston. Deadline deals that saw the departures of, Kendrick Perkins, Semih Erden, and Luke Harangody, have left the celts very thin in the frontcourt. Boston would benefit a lot from Powe’s knack… Read More Could It Be?
In Thursday night’s marquee matchup, The Chicago Bulls defeated the Miami Heat 93-89. MVP front-runner Derrick Rose paced the Bulls with 26 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, as they erased a 10 point third quarter deficit. During the game’s defining moment, Derrick Rose broke LeBron James down off the dribble, forcing Dwayne Wade to help, leaving… Read More Bullseye!
Three new Nike Running shoes have hit Nike retailers. The black and volt Air Max 2011 has been out for two weeks, but the cool grey/red colorway landed in stores this week. Also landing in stores recently was the black/red/white Nike Free Run. All three of these styles can be found in Olympia Sports retail… Read More In the Stores: Nike Running
Saturday February 26th marks the release of the Air Jordan “Playoff” 13s. This highly anticipated shoe will release at select Jordan retailers worldwide. Retail Price: $160
In a trade deadline shocker, the Boston Celtics traded away starting center and defensive force, Kendrick Perkins. The Celtics sent Perkins along with struggling guard Nate Robinson to the Oklahoma City Thunder for Jeff Green and Nenad Krstic. The loss of Kendrick Perkins leaves major concerns as to how the Celtics will be able to match… Read More Feelin’ Green
B Diddy Baron Davis has been dealt to No Man’s Land! Early thursday morning the Los Angeles Clippers agreed to send point guard Baron Davis, and a 2011 first round pick to the woeful Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for point guard Moe Williams and forward Jamario Moon. Davis is due to make $28 million over the… Read More Take That, Take That!
The Tri-State’s new super trio were successful in their first game together. Newly acquired Carmelo Anthony and Chauncey Billups suited up for the first time as Knickerbocker’s and paid immediate dividends, as the Knicks defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 114-108 Wednesday night. In his impressive NYC debut, Carmelo Anthony scored 27 points on 10 for 25 shooting, and pulled down 10… Read More Let’s Hear It For New York!!
In a deal that went under the radar Wednesday; the New Orleans Hornets acquired forward Carl Landry from the Sacramento Kings in exchange for guard Marcus Thornton. The acquisition of Landry adds depth behind David West. Landry has proven to be a consistant scorer and rebounder, even without ideal size. As for Thornton, he had seen decreased minutes,… Read More Dry-Land
Former Kansas Jayhawk star and current Washington Wizards guard, Kirk Hinrich was dealt to the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. As part of a 5 player trade, the Hawks also acquired center Hilton Armstrong from Washington in exchange for guard Mike Bibby, swingman Maurice Evans, and rookie guard Jordan Crawford. With Boston, Miami, and Chicago running away from the pack… Read More Once a Hawk, Always a Hawk
In a surprising turn of events the New Jersey Nets acquired point guard Deron Williams from the Utah Jazz, a day after losing out on Carmelo Anthony. The Utah Jazz received Devin Harris, rookie Derrick Favors, and a first round pick in exchange for Williams. This move begs the question, What happens when you mess with Sloan? … Read More Sent Up the River
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