The National Basketball Association (NBA) has long been known for its flashy culture, with some of its most iconic players sporting earrings. Jewelry-wearing players are some of the most recognizable…
Despite what many think, people with diabetes can participate in sports. In fact, we see it in just about every major professional sport. Outside of basketball, NFL star Mark Andrews,…
Extremely tall people are usually considered to have an NBA future, but the truth is height is not always a sign of a bright future in the NBA future. In…
Asthma is a widespread condition thought to be primarily hereditary. But many don't realize how prevalent the condition is among elite athletes. You'd be shocked to know how many of…
Knock knees (genu valgum) is a common orthopedic condition affecting many athletes, especially in the NBA. It is a condition in which the knees bend inward, causing pain and instability…
It’s no secret that many WNBA players have come out of the closet in recent years. In fact, a startling percentage of professional female basketball players are going public about…
In the National Basketball Association (NBA), more and more players are getting face tattoos. This trend is a sign of the times as body art becomes increasingly acceptable in society.…
There has been a longstanding stereotype that NBA players use marijuana. While it is difficult to determine the exact prevalence of marijuana use among players, there have been several high-profile…
The NBA has created this perception that in order to be any good at basketball, you have to be extremely tall. After all, according to this Hoops Geek article, the…
If you’ve watched the NBA for some time, you may have heard announcers or analysts refer to certain players as “true point guards”. Even if you’re aware of which players…