NBA – My Mind on Sports

With each passing day, more athletes starting to take a stand

August 22, 2017August 22, 2017 Eddie McDonald Chris Kirksey, Chris Long, Cleveland Browns, Donald Trump, Justin Britt, Kevin Durant, Kristi toliver, LeBron James, Lisa Borders, Los Angeles Sparks, Malcolm Jenkins, Michael Bennett, Natasha Cloud, NBA, NFL, Seth DeVale, Washington Mystics, WNBA0 comment

Athletes can play a powerful role in the lives of many. Most are looked up to for what they do on a field or court. However, it’s outside those lines that athletes get criticized the most. Athletes have always taken stands and formed their own protests. The likes of Colin Kaepernick, LeBron James, the WNBA as well as many others... Read More

NBA Wizards

The “John Wall Family Foundation” continues to serve hope

August 19, 2017August 20, 2017 DomoRowe John Wall, John Wall Family Foundation, NBA, Rosedale Recreation Center, Washington Wizards0 comment

Hope. Dictionary.com defines hope as “the feeling that what is wanted can be had or that events will turn out for the best; a person or thing in which expectations are centered.” On August 18, 2017 John Wall and his “John Wall Family Foundation” provided the D.C. community with a glimpse of hope. When most celebrities and athletes visit Washington... Read More

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“Humble and Hungry” the theme of this year’s camp

August 16, 2017August 17, 2017 DomoRowe Basketball, FocusTv, Jarrett Jack, NBA, QuinnCook, Rodney Hood0 comment

There are two words that are the key to a successful life and a career filled with continuous improvement and growth. Those two words are “Humble” and “Hungry.” Webster’s dictionary defines the word humble as “not arrogant or assertive; reflecting, expressing, or offered in a spirit of deference or submission.” YourDictionary.com defines the word hungry as “To maintain a strong... Read More

NBA Podcasts

The No Name Podcast Episode 38: The Late Takes

August 15, 2017 Samar Gaines Kobe Bryant, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Michael Jordan, NBA, Podcasts0 comment

I was joined by Mike D Sykes (@MikeDSykes) Wilson Tarpeh Jr. (@WillieTSpeaks) and Eddie McDonald (@KingEdward15), for this megapod. We jumped from topic to topic and take to take. Plus a special moment with Eddie and Wilson. Read More

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Galleries: Wall Extension Press Conference

August 13, 2017August 14, 2017 Wilson Tarpeh Jr Brian Freeman, Galleries, John Wall, NBA, Washington Wizards0 comment

All photos were taken by Brian Freeman, below is a gallery of those shots from a very memorable day for John Wall and the Washington Wizards franchise. Read More

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5 Winners and Losers of Free agency

July 26, 2017 Jalenhunter1 Andre Drummond, Andre Iguodala, Avery Bradley, Ben Simmons, Bojan Bogdanivc, Brandon Jennings, Carmelo Anthony, Chris Paul, David Griffin, Deandre Jordan, DeMar Derozan, Dennis Smith Jr., Derrick Rose, Dwayne Dedmen, Frank Ntilikina, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Gordon Hayward, Isaiah Thomas, J.J Redick, James Harden, Javale McGee, Jimmy Butler, Joakim Noah, Jodie Meeks, Joel Embiid, John Wall, Jordan Bell, Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, Kevin Love, Kristaps Porzingis, Kyrie Irving, LaMarcus Aldrdige, LeBron James, marcus morris, Markelle Fultz, Mike Scott, NBA, NBA Free Agency, Nerlens Noel, Nick Young, Omri Casspi, Otto Porter Jr., Paul George, Paul Millsap, Philadelphia 76ers, Reggie Jackson, Russell Westbrook, Sam Presti, Shaun Livingston, Stephen Curry, Tim Frazier, Tim Hardaway Jr., Washington Wizards0 comment

This has been one of the most active free agencies in NBA history. We saw star players change addresses and some teams stay surprisingly inactive this summer. Here are the five winners and losers of this years free agency. Winners Honorable Mention: Philadelphia 76ers When your team seemingly makes all the right moves in free agency, after having a... Read More

NBA Podcasts

The No Name Podcast Episode 37: The Rulers Back

July 26, 2017 Samar Gaines Ben Simmons, Boston Celtics, Brook Lopez, Chris Paul, Cleveland Cavaliers, Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets, Joel Embiid, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Lonzo Ball, Los Angles Clippers, NBA 2K18, Paul George, Philadelphia 76ers0 comment

I’m once again joined by Mike Sykes (@MikeDSykes) as we discuss the Kyrie Irving situation, the superstar trade market, how crazy this summer has been, summer league, the winners and losers of the offseason, LeBron’s future, and of course many tangents. Read More

NBA Wizards

What Wall’s extension means for the Wizards

July 23, 2017 Donnell Cleveland avaliers, John Wall, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, NBA, Ted Leonsis, Washington Wizards, Wizards0 comment

After years of heartache and heartbreak, flirting with All-Stars and borderline superstars only to see the relationships go sour, D.C. hoops fans have finally reeled in a viable stud they can build a future with and call their own. Fresh off the first All-NBA team selection of his career, Washington Wizards point guard John Wall announced (via UNINTERRUPTED) that he would be “coming... Read More

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It’s all about fit for Wizards, Porter

July 21, 2017 Wilson Tarpeh Jr Chris Bosh, Ernie Grunfeld, Kevin Durant, NBA, Otto Porter Jr., Ray Allen, Scott Brooks, Ted Leonsis, Washington Wizards0 comment

There wasn’t any drama involved with Otto Porter Jr’s press conference yesterday to officially announce him signing his extension to remain in Washington. The former Georgetown Hoya is now the highest paid (4-year, $106 million) player on the Wizards, that should change once John Wall makes his decision to resign with Washington. That being said, like his smooth game and... Read More

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Remember Them Days: John Wall shines during the 2010 NBA Summer League

July 14, 2017July 14, 2017 Wilson Tarpeh Jr Cardell Dudley, Finest Magazine, John Wall, NBA, The Focus, Washington Wizards0 comment

All eyes were on the number one overall pick in the 2010 NBA Draft, as the 2010 NBA Summer League began. John Wall, fresh off earning SEC Player of the Year, ALL-SEC First Team and AP NCAA All America First Team honors during his dominant freshman season at the University of Kentucky where he averaged 16.6 points,... Read More