The center is one of the most important positions on a basketball team. Typically, the center is the tallest player on the court for their respective team. Historically, centers have played close to the basket in the post area. On defense, the center’s role is to […]
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Basketball is an intense sport that people of all ages can enjoy. The frequent running and change of pace and direction contribute to the sports’ calorie-burning efficiency. Additionally, playing basketball helps improve your overall fitness level. Age, weight, and body fat percentage are factors that influence […]
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Georgia has remained one of the best basketball states in the US for decades. Each year, more of the state’s most talented prospects choose to play for Overtime Elite. Nine of the top eleven prospects in Georgia for the Class of 2024 currently play for Overtime Elite. However, the state […]
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Before the Peach Jam, Cooper Flagg was seen as one of the best players in the Class of 2025. Flagg’s impact at the 2023 Peach Jam made him arguably the best basketball prospect in any class. Cooper Flagg recently jumped Cameron Boozer to become the number one […]
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Is Cherry-picking Legal in Games?     Throughout the NBA’s long history, cherry-picking has remained legal. Cherry picking is also permitted at the high school, college, and other professional levels of competitive basketball. The act of cherry-picking becomes less viable and more risky at the higher levels of basketball. The […]
Continue readingMore TagWhat’s a Dead Spot on a Basketball Court?
In a sport like basketball, players must suddenly change direction and make split-second decisions. Dead spots on the court can hinder the abilities of players and their teams. A dead spot is an area of the court that causes the ball to lose momentum or bounce inconsistently. Wear and tear, […]
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    Those who have watched a basketball game recently likely remember seeing players wipe off the soles of their shoes. It would be hard to count how often it occurs throughout a game. People who didn’t grow up playing basketball may find it strange how frequently players […]
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The Peach Jam is one of the main events hosted by the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League, or EYBL. Events sanctioned by the EYBL occur during the summer and serve as a platform for young talents to showcase their skills to coaches and scouts. Only the […]
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