Boom-Dizzle Dropped a Dime on the Jazz: The 2012 Impact of Golden State's Stunning 2007 Upset of Dallas

Out West, the #8 Utah Jazz face a gigantic challenge versus Tony Parker's rejuvenated and #1-seeded Spurs. Brian T. Smith's excellent article for The Salt Lake Tribune shows that it may be easier for David to slay Goliath when some once-fallen Goliaths are now slinging shots for underdog's side.

Fade to Black and White: Brooklyn Nets Unveil Monochrome Gear, Logo

Yes, Brooklyn IS in the house. The Shuttle Enterprise wasn't the only black and white fly thing to make a recent appearance in the borough. The Brooklyn Nets unveiled a new logo and apparel. Not everyone is thrilled. Regardless of whether the Ironbound Brooklyn-bound franchise can re-sign Jersey-bored PG Deron Williams or reverse its win-loss percentage from this year's miserable .333, we think these clean digs will make the scene. Tell us if you like the Nets' new look.

#33 turns 65

Lew Alcindor by Richard Avedon

“You have to be able to center yourself, to let all of your emotions go... Don't ever forget that you play with your soul as well as your body.” -Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

"A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives"

Jackie Robinson

image via The Painted Baseball