 IntroShai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) entered his seventh NBA season as one of the league's most dominant forces, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder's remarkable transformation from rebuilding franchise to championship contender. And while the 26-year-old guard continues to ascend toward superstardom, there's one thing that can't be argued: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was blessed with some incredible physical gifts. In today's article, we'll take a look at Shai's physical prowess and the rare combination of length, coordination, and basketball IQ that has made him one of the most unstoppable players in the modern NBA.
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 The Oklahoma City Thunder were dominant for about 47 minutes of last night's game one of the 2025 NBA Finals. The only problem? An NBA basketball game is 48 minutes.
Since 1971, teams were 0-182 when trailing by 9+ points in the final three minutes of an NBA Finals game. Until last night. Statistically almost impossible, the Indiana Pacers somehow managed to take game one on Tyrese Haliburton's jumper with a second to play. Luck? Destiny? You can call it what you want to. What's not in question is Tyrese Haliburton's meteoric rise to superstardom. Today, we take a look at how Tyrese stole the spotlight. Tags:
 I recently celebrated my 41st birthday. At this point in my life, "celebrate" may not be the right word, but you get the point.
With three young children, a doctor-wife who takes call, and a full-time day job, the days are long and the years, I guess they say they're short. Personal time for me is precious; time that is often hindered by the amount of sitting, crawling, and bending I do on a daily basis to keep this family-engine churning. Don't get me wrong: I'm in good shape, but my pattern of movement has changed significantly. Ten years ago, I could sit at a desk all day, then go run five miles or play full-court basketball for hours on end without ever having to think about it. Today, not so much. Tags:
 Last month, Sonny Vaccaro released a memoir titled, Legends and Soles. For those unfamiliar, Vaccaro helped develop the youth basketball culture that we see today. For many, Vaccaro is a legend: a man who helped teenagers leverage their basketball talent into multi-million dollar endorsement deals. For others, they criticize him for commercializing youth basketball. Frankly, the truth is probably somewhere in between.  Tags:
 Ten days before he died at the age of 83 on Sept. 30, 2024, Pete Rose said he believed "that I'll make the Hall of Fame after I die."
On February 28, 2025, President Donald Trump said he would issue a posthumous pardon to Rose, saying "shouldn't have been gambling on baseball, but only bet on HIS TEAM WINNING." The President then said he would issue the pardon in the next few weeks. Assuming he gets pardoned, will Major League Baseball ever accept Rose into its glorious Hall of Fame fraternity? Tags:
 We are what we eat. Yeah, yeah, yeah, we've all heard that one before.
Yet, if you're a serious athlete, this is the one area where it's easy to fall down. Workout routines, practices, video sessions, etc. are all executed with a plan. Why, then, do so many athletes not have a plan when it comes to what they eat? Tags:
 IntroductionAre you an athlete looking to enhance your performance through proper nutrition? Well, you've come to the right place! In today's article, we explore the world of cookbooks specifically tailored for athletes. From mouthwatering recipes to expert advice, we'll uncover the best resources to fuel your body and optimize your athletic performance. So, let's dive right in!
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 IntroOne of my favorite sports authors is John Feinstein. His first book, A Season on the Brink, published in 1986, is a behind-the-scenes look at the 1985-86 basketball season of Indiana University and their coach, Bobby Knight. This book is considered one of the best sports books ever written and has sold more than two million copies.  Tags:
 Cameron Hanes: An American IconCameron Hanes is a well-known American athlete, podcaster, influencer, bowhunter, and brand owner. Born on October 22, 1967, in Eugene, Oregon, Cam still lives near there and works for the Springfield Utility Board. So how does a small-town guy become this larger than life motivational icon? In today's article, we aimed to find out.
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Streetlifting. You may have heard of it, or you may be asking yourself, "what is he talking about?" Today, we dive into a growing sport that can be done virtually anywhere.
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AuthorJohn Willkom is the author of Amazon best-selling basketball books: Walk-On Warrior and No Fear In The Arena. John is an avid reader, sports fan, and father to three incredible little kids. Archives
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