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For decades, Team USA Basketball has been linked with worldwide greatness and supremacy. There has been a dramatic shift in the team's success in recent years. The once-unbeatable squad appears to be on the decline, causing fears among fans and observers alike. Represent the nation with your own USA Basketball gear! Sign up to get quality articles! A Changing Roster Team USA historically has been able to field the absolute best basketball players in the entire world. NBA superstars willingly donned the red, white, and blue to represent their country in international competitions. Names like Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Kobe Bryant led the team to numerous Olympic gold medals and FIBA World Cup victories. Recent years have seen a shift in this trend. LeBron James has publicly declined to join the national team, as have other premier players such as Zion Williamson and Devin Booker. James Harden and Anthony Davis have declined too. Now, players like Josh Hart, Bob...

                            Nestled along the Baltic Sea coast lies Liepaja, a charming city in Latvia, renowned not only for its breathtaking beauty but also as the windiest place in the country. This city, chosen as the European Capital of Culture in 2027, is the birthplace of a basketball phenomenon - Kristaps Porziņģis. But his story is more than just the tale of a young man from a picturesque town. It's a journey that began on the courts of Sevilla at the tender age of 16, and it's a story of resilience, transformation, and now, a fresh chapter with the Boston Celtics. Subscribe to the Blog: Receive quality articles like this one by signing up for our newsletter. Score Big : Get Your Celtics Gear Now and Show Your Boston Pride Before the New NBA Season Tips Off! On the Court He began his professional career with Sevilla in 2012 at 16 years old. European basketball players can begin their professio...

Relieve your plantar fasciitis with this sock!      Basketball is a dynamic and extremely physically demanding sport at the elite level. Basketball, like all sports, requires speed, agility, and precise footwork. Players constantly pivot, jump, and run, putting immense pressure on their feet. Plantar fasciitis is a common ailment that can strike basketball players, amateur or professional alike, especially the large athletes that are also common in basketball. Plantar fasciitis is a painful condition that affects the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot. Players like Damian Lillard, Pau Gasol, Jason Kidd, Derrick Favors, Steve Francis, and Kristaps Porzingis have all suffered from this condition.This injury can be scary and has sidelined players for a while, due to its chronic and worsening nature. NBA Great Pau Gasol missed more than 6 weeks due to a strain in the plantar fascia. In this blog post, we will explore what plantar fa...

Jaylen Brown has made a statement about his decision to leave Donda Sports, owned, created, and, affiliated with the rapper formerly recognized as Kanye West. One of the first two pro athletes to sign with Kanye West's controversial sports focused marketing organization, “Donda Sports” , Jaylen Brown told the Boston Globe this Monday, October 24th, that he will stay with the company but still disagrees with Kanye West's recent comments. That relationship is now completely over, as Jaylen Brown revealed in a statement on Twitter. Another ex-Donda Sports affiliate athlete, and NFL athlete, Aaron Donald, has left the organization. pic.twitter.com/v1eCAuC4cz — Jaylen Brown (@FCHWPO) October 25, 2022 Ye, who has officially changed his name from Kanye West, has recently made anti-semitic statements in a great number of interviews. These statements have sparked outrage across many channels. Many celebrities and notable people have publicly made statements distancing themsel...

TMZ has received video that indicates Golden State Warriors star Draymond green attacking Jordan Poole at some point of a team practice in this week. The video shows moments while words are being exchanged before it turns ugly. Dryamond Green walks closer to Poole, who then shoves Green. Green responds with punch that knocked Poole to the ground. TMZ obtained the video of the altercation between Draymond Green and Jordan Poole at practice https://t.co/55rMnBqAVG pic.twitter.com/k02BGsBo8G — philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) October 7, 2022

The Boston Celtics won by a lot over the Washington Wizards the other night. They are in playoff mode. The bench broke the record for most franchise threes by a Boston Celtics bench. While now the third seed, they are full steam ahead. The star duo, Jaylen and Jayson, had outings of over 30 points again. The defense, at this point, even without Robert Williams, speaks for itself. Another lopsided score, and another tally in the win column. We can feel the Timelord's absence, but the Celtics are getting through. He is a crucial part of the team. The timetable for his injury has him coming back in a short 4-6 weeks. Let's hope for a quick comeback, and for long-term stability.   Nonetheless, check out these stupefying plays from your very own Celtics! image:  Erik Drost |  CC BY 2.0 Stay updated with the blog by subscribing  HERE ! Suggested Articles:    TOP 5 MARCUS SMART PLAYS SINCE THE NEW YEAR TOP 5 JAYLEN BROWN POSTER DUNKS OF AL...

The Boston Celtics won handedly over the Minnesota Timberwolves the other night. They are cruising, now as a number one seed in the eastern conference. The star duo, Jaylen and Jayson, had 31 and 34 points respectively. A great offensive outing. The defense, at this point, speaks for itself. Another lopsided score, and another tally in the win column. Yet, troubling times lay ahead, due to Robert Williams' in-game injury. He is a crucial part of the team. Out indefinitely with a meniscus tear, the Celtics are going to need a replacement. The timetable for his return range between several weeks to months. Let's hope for a quick recovery and plenty of time for full recuperation.  Nonetheless, check out these dazzling plays from the Celtics! image :  getty images / Kathryn Riley Stay updated with the blog by subscribing  HERE ! Suggested Articles:    TOP 5 MARCUS SMART PLAYS SINCE THE NEW YEAR TOP 5 JAYLEN BROWN POSTER DUNKS OF ALL TIME 5. Jayson Tatum Goes for t...

Payton Pritchard is a third year NBA player who was drafted by the Boston Celtics. He’s 6’1, 195 lbs, and full of energy. The 2020 Draft Prospect page on NBA.com for Pritchard has him at 6’2, 206 lbs. They list his strengths;  Confident ball handler, passer and shot maker. Creates space with hesitation dribbles and burst. Has deep shooting range and a quick release. Plays with poise and tenacity.   All of which have been ringing through, especially as of late. From when this article was being written (3/25/22), Pritchard has shot 58% from the three-point line in his last 5 games. He also had 2 games of perfect shooting. This season, he is shooting an elite 40% from beyond the arc. From the free-throw line, he is a perfect 100%. Clearly, the man can shoot lights out. If his offensive pace keeps up, he will carve out a nice role not only on the Boston Celtics, but the NBA as a whole, as an elite shooter who can give you plenty of buckets at any time. Payton Pritchard’s Past Pa...