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Hot Rod Hundley Goes First Overall
On April 17, 1957, the Cincinnati Royals selected Rodney Clark “Hot Rod” Hundley with the first overall pick in the 1957 NBA Draft.
When Did the NBA Add the Shot Clock?
On this day 67 years ago, the NBA added the shot clock to its game, changing basketball forever.…
Longest NBA Game Ever Featured 2 Teams That Don’t Exist
On this day 70 years ago, the longest NBA game ever was played. It took six overtimes and…
Khris Middleton Makes NBA Debut
On this day eight years ago, Khris Middleton made his NBA debut. The Detroit Pistons drafted Middleton with…
Julius Erving Sold to 76ers from Nets for $3 Million
On this day 44 years ago, Julius Erving was on the move. On Oct. 20, 1976, the New…
Rebecca Lobo: Celebrating the Hall of Famer’s Birthday
On this day 47 years ago, Rebecca Lobo was born in Hartford, Connecticut. Lobo played for Geno Auriemma…
Nate Archibald Born in New York City
On this day 72 years ago, Nate Archibald was born in New York City. Also known by his…
Liz Cambage Drops 53 to Break WNBA Scoring Record
On this day two years ago, Liz Cambage made a record-setting statement. The Dallas Wings center put up…
John Stockton Dishes 20 Assists in Western Conference Semifinals
On this day 32 years ago, John Stockton slashed through the Los Angeles Lakers, amassing 20 assists in…
New York Nets Win Final ABA Championship
On this day 44 years ago, the New York Nets won the final ABA championship. It took six…