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Bill Russell Biography and Career Highlights, Boston Celtics Center Hall of Fame Legend

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Long before NBA basketball was known for it's face paced up and down the floor action, Bill Russell was the man revolutionized the sport to what we all see today. Bill Russell was such a dominating force in the NBA a whole new generation of players were drafted with hopes that they could find a big man who could do it all! Bill Russell led the Celtics to 11 NBA Champions, was nicknamed "Mr. Defense", and was the centerpiece to one of the greatest dynasties ever to play in professional sports.
If there ever was a basketball player who deserved to be called an "impact player," it was Bill Russell. He left his mark in basketball everywhere he ever played. When he went to the the University of San Francisco in 1952, the school didn't even have a gym. Four years later, San Francisco University had two National Championships, a 55 game winning streak, and a brand new gymnasium. Russell led San Francisco to the first undefeated season in NCAA history.
Just as soon as Bill Russell graduated college he left his mark on the USA Olympic basketball team. USA steamrolled their way to win the gold medal in Australia. As a rookie with the Boston Celtics he led the team to its first ever World Championship.
From 1959 to 1966, Russell's impact on the game was at an all time high. He was the man who grabbed the rebounds, blocked most the shots, and keyed the Boston Celtics fast break. When Celtics head coach Red Auerbach retired, his chosen successor was Bill Russell himself! By becoming the first African American head coach in professional sports, his impact was felt immediately. The 34 year old player-coach led his team through the playoffs for two of the most memorable Championship runs in basketball history. Russell and his over the hill players drove past younger teams that were just starting to master the brand of basketball that he introduced to basketball more than a dozen years earlier. By the time that Bill Russell left the game, "Mr. Defense," had certainly left his mark.
Bill Russell Timeline Biography

Age 6 - Goes to school in a one room shack
Age 12 - Mother passes away
Age 21 - Leads San Francisco to win NCAA Championship
Age 22 - Drafted by the Boston Celtics
1956 - Helps USA win Gold Medal
1957 - Leads Celtics to fist NCAA Championship
1966 - Becomes first African American coach in professional sports
1969 - Retires with 12 NBA Championships

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2'Smooth Jordan Shoes for Basketball

Just when the basketball sneaker world thought that the "Cool Grey" colorway may have decided to get some rest, the new Jordan 2'Smooth has showed up and informed us otherwise. The colorway used on this new Jordan shoe has been the talk of the sneaker scene for a couple years now. The Jordan 11 "Cool Greys" dropped on us last December certainly made a nice Christmas present. And was perhaps the pinnacle of the wave of this colorway. A colorway that has been with us and doesn't seem to be going anywhere away just yet. Just as 2010 ended, the beginning of 2011 brought the same trend, cool grey kicks. With the news of this new Jordan shoe for basketball dropping in the most popular colorway this year, you can continue to see it on many more shoes to come.
The new Jordan 2'Smooth is a low-cut shoe, another popular trend that sneakerheads seem to be gravitating towards. Similar to the new CP 2'Quick in cut and the cushioning system it uses, this new shoe also uses a the Nike cushioning system "Podulon in the midsole and on the outsole. The inspiration for the design of the upper from which the new shoe uses, should be familiar to Jordanheads. The Air Jordan XX. The influence of that shoe can be seen on the upper in the form of laser graphic design. The design that made the Jordan XX a classic. This classic laser graphic print design is also seen on the midsole of the shoe. White takes care of the lacing system and outsole. Digital print "Jordan" logos are used the tongue and finish off the shoe.
The Jordan 2'Smooth is just another addition to the already strong lineup that Jordan Brand and Nike continues to drop in a low-cut basketaball shoe. And why wouldn't they? Ballers are demanding them. Demanding them in record numbers. The Nike Hyerfuse, originally dropped as a mid-cut basketball shoe has now become more popular as a low-cut shoe. More pairs of the Hyperfuse have sold in low-cut than it's mid-cut counterpart. Both professional and recreational basketball players have accepted and actually prefer playing in low-cut kicks. The lightweight stability is a big reason why this is the case. Durability and high performance are also big reasons that hoopers are switching over to low-cut kicks. The new technology in which basketball shoes are now made allow for all the qualities that a baller wants in a shoe.
The new Jordan 2'Smooth is shoe that possesses all these qualities in a shoe. This shoe is available now, so head over to Finishline.com and grab a fresh pair.

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Top 10 NBA Players in the Last Decade

Many players from the NBA come and go. Play a few matches, switch teams and before you know it they are out of the spotlight but on the other hand just a handful that make it big and become part of history. Some of the players of recent times make a quick jump to fame, they have the skills, determination and the magic that sets them apart, that's earns them a lot of fame and glory but the sudden rush of rewards, shifts their focus and in a short span of time they move into the "has been" side of the plate.
In the last decade, very few new players have been able to make history but a few seniors have won themselves a spot in the legend category. The list below highlights one of the best basketball players that have stepped on the face of the planet. While some are retired and have engraved their names forever, there are some that are still standing tall on the court and showing the world the best in them still exists.
Kobe Bean Byrant
In the game for around 15 years and still standing tall, one of the most wanted players in the game and a key player for L.A Lakers as a Shooting Guard. This mountain of talent has won the NBA championship five times, most valuable player two years in a row plus being a slam-dunk competition winner. In his career, with a few ups and downs he has never left the spotlight and after being compared to the legend "Michael Jordan" there is no other proof needed that he is one of the finest.
Shaquille Rashaun O'Neal
If you are born in the 80's and have played basketball for at least 6 months you will be aware of the terms such as "Shaq Attack" and "the sleeping giant" and they all are nick names given to the 7 foot tall giant, that played in the center position and scared ballers from dunking. Being the most valuable player for three years running and four championships tagged to his name this beast is one of the most successful centers this sport has ever seen.
Tim Duncan
One of the most talented players, that played multiple positions and good at all. Tim Duncan has played his entire professional career in just one team "San Antonio Spurs"; no doubt, he is the most important player in the team. Got four championships under his belt, he definitely made history and continues to do so.
Kevin Garnett
If you have him in the team you know who is going to score, one player that has the gift of defending like a wall and offending like a tank "Kevin Garnett" is a lethal weapon most enjoyed by the Minnesota Timberwolves for more than a decade. From only 29 wins in a season and failing to make the playoffs, Garnett helped the wolves move up the list.
Tracy Lamar McGrady, Jr.
Very few players get to play for positions front and back, yet do it beautifully. From dunking, shooting, blocking and everything else in between McGrady can do it all. Still proving himself in the court, this player has talent and is ready to write history soon.
Vincent Lamar "Vince" Carter
If you have ever heard of a real life superman than its got to be him, with amazing dunks in competitions or in matches, there is no one like him. This legend has made the books with inspiring dunks that seem impossible to the naked eye. If you are watching him dunk on youtube you will find yourself watching the same video several times to get to see what he's actually capable off.
Allen Ezail Iverson
He may seem tiny on the court with his compact body but his skills are far greater than any in the sport. Being the most wanted player a couple of times, he has proven his worth but his ball handling skills, speed and shooting is just perfection.
Yao Ming
When you are the tallest player in the whole of NBA then it is difficult for the spotlight to miss you. One international player that has made his name in the game is none other than the tower himself. Ming was selected by the Rockets as a center and that position he held well, until recently with several injuries had to throw in the towel. Even though his pro career did not last long enough it was still enough for him to make it as the best.
Reginald Wayne "Reggie" Miller
When you need long shots, then you know whom to call. Miller, the man who owned the 3-point line was incredible with his shooting skills, played his entire career for the pacers and now retired. This legend played some important games and scored the most valuable points.
Michael Jeffrey Jordan
If there is one man that can define and redefine basketball then there is no better person than Air Jordan himself. A magician on the court, credited with six championships and the most valuable player in all history, there is no comparison to MJ. From his 2-point line dunk to his buzzer beating winning shots, Jordan is the best there was, the best there is (even though retired) and the best there ever will be.

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The New Lebron 9 Low's

Has time slipped by us that quickly? It has already been 9 years since Lebron James burst onto the NBA scene? Yes, it has. King James was drafted in the 2003 NBA Draft and has been one of the league' biggest superstars ever since. His first year, fresh out of high school, he averaged 20 points, 5 assists, and 5 rebounds. His rookie numbers are legendary. So are his shoes. Lebron's Nike signature sneaker line dominated the sneaker world for 8 years now. It doesn't look like that is going to change anytime soon With three different signature sneaker lines attached to his name, King James has more shoe models than any other NBA superstar. The new low-cut version of the Nike Lebron 9 will continue to build upon Lebron's shoe legacy.
Dropping in the Summer 2012 shoe season, this low Lebron 9 will feature a Nike 360 Max Air cushioning system. The colorway will feature a Grey and Black upper with a white outsole and of course the 360 Max Air cushioning used in the midsole. This release is very similar to the that of the Lebron V/2 Low that released a few months back. With news of this low-cut release of a very high profile mid-cut Lebron 9 signature model that has not even released yet, it is apparent that the trend of low-cut basketball kicks will continue, and continue in a big way.
The Lebron signature shoe series is not new to low-cut editions. The last few years have seen a low-cut Lebron sneaker drop. One of the best low-cut basketball kicks dropped was the Lebron 8 V/2. This low-cut Lebron dropped in some of the sickest colorways sneakerheads have ever seen. The "Solar Red" and "Sprite", and the very limited "Miami Night" colorways were the highlight of this series. A very dope looking Cool Grey and all Black colorways of this shoe also dropped, and are still available at Eastbay.com. The Solar Red's, Sprite's, and Miami Night's are a little tougher to cop. Regardless of colorway, all of the Lebron V/2 editions feature a 360-Max Air unit in the midsole and Nike Flywire Technology on the shoe's upper.
The success of the Lebron 8 V/2 is in stark contrast to that of the low-cut versions of his previous flagship signature shoe, the Lebron 7. Two different versions of that shoe were released to very little interest among the sneaker- buying community. This turn of events is just another sign that Nike will continue to drop low-cut basketball sneakers in the future.
With the news of a Lebron 9 Low already upon us, I think all sneakerheads are making plans to cop a pair of some of the sickest Nike shoes for basketball that are being made. This is destined to be a pair of epic signature sneakers that.

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2011 Jordan Shoes For Basketball

They are back! The signature sneaker of one Michael Jordan. The basketball legend that created a legendary line of basketball sneakers. The Air Jordan line of sneakers has been around for over 20 years now. It has spawned a countless number of models of the original shoes that Michael himself wore on the NBA hardcourt for over a decade. Unfortunately, the last two years have been very unkind to the Jordan signature sneaker. The Jordan 2009 and the Jordan 2010 were sneakers that did not represent the man who created the legendary shoe very well. And that is not acceptable to Jordanheads, Jordan Brand, and Michael himself.
Hence, the Jordan 2011. Thank god for Tinker Hatfield and Tom Luedecke! It took several years, but these two Nike designers revived the Air Jordan. The Jordan 2011 brought back innovation and design, the two major components lacking in the 2 previous models of the best sneaker made for basketball. Innovation. There is plenty of that in this shoe. How many pairs of basketball shoes come with 2 different insoles? That's right. The Jordan 2011 features two separate interchangeable insoles that a player can use. Insoles that can be used depending on what type of basketball player you are.
Blue Sole-This inner sole is labeled "Be Quick" and is designed for ballers who need extra responsiveness in their shoe. It is firmer and consequently meant to allow for more movement for the player that has a quick, slashing type of game. This sole will feel more "active" to a player has a lot of lateral movement in his game.
Red Sole-This inner sole is labeled "Be Explosive" and is designed for the baller who needs extra cushioning for a softer ride. This is possible in this due to Cushlon foam midsole that this insole provides. This midsole allows for elevated surface for the foot.
This kind of innovative technology has made the Air Jordan 2011 one of the best performance shoes available. And, made it cool to wear the flagship Jordan model again. The aesthetics of this new Jordan are very similar in appearance to those of the Air Jordan Retros that continue to drop In other words, the look that made Jordans so popular back in the day, are back. Thanks in part to a man who had a hand reviving the Jordan line once before, Tinker Hatfield. Hatfield is the legendary designer who was responsible for the Jordan III, the shoe that made Jordan shoes what they are today.
So, it seems that is some sort of strange way that the Jordan line has come full circle. The Jordan 2011 has made Air Jordans popular again, thanks to the same man that originally made them popular. Pretty cool huh?

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Black Retro 3 Jordan Shoes For Basketball

It is a classic shoe. Perhaps the best Jordan shoe ever made. It saved the Jordan shoe line. It was the first shoe to use "Elephant Print". 2011 is seeing it's return to the sneaker world in a big way. And it is going to be dropped in another colorway very soon. The Air Jordan III. Already released in white/cement, "true blue", "stealth", "Black Cat", and Doernbecher, and the soon to be black/cement colorways, the Air Jordan III is going to drop yet again in a different colorway. Dubbed the "Black Flip", this colorway is an all black version and uses a reverse blocking of leather and elephant print. What does that mean? Basically the grey and black colors used to make up the elephant print are reversed to create a completely different look.
Back in 2007, there was an identical release but in a different colorway. That Air Jordan III used a white base for it's upper with grey elephant print throughout.The midsole featured white and used a grey based outsole. Dubbed the "Flip", the shoe was an instant classic and sold out everywhere. The upcoming " Black Flip" colorway is essentially opposite in color. The shoe's colorway features black on both the upper and midsole. Grey elephant print markings are featured on the upper. A solid grey outsole and Jumpman logo complete the shoe. A release date has yet to be set, but rest assured, like the other Air Jordan drops before it, this one will sell out quickly.
It is very fitting that the shoe that almost never was, is being released in so many different colorways this year. After the release of the Air Jordan II, Jordan shoes for basketball almost went away for good. Michael Jordan and a lot of sneakerheads didn't take too well the the Jordan II. Many considered it a cheap Jordan shoe, in quality, design and look. In fact, Michael Jordan was days away from meeting with Adidas when Nike designer Tinker Hatfield was tasked with creating a Air Jordan shoe that would satisfy Mr. Jordan. What a task that would be! Well, Tinker stepped up and created the masterpiece which is known as the Air Jordan III. The rest is history.
Elephant print, Nike Air sole unit, midcut design, and two Jumpman logos later, the Air Jordan III is the shoe that kept Jordan with Nike. One shoe. One designer. The most legendary pair of Jordan shoes for basketball. And a multitude of colorways to buy it in this year. Wow! Don't let this opportunity slip away. Make sure you plan ahead so that you have plenty of time to to get yourself a pair of Air Jordan III's. In time to own a piece of history, Air Jordan history.

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The New Lebron Shoes For Soldiers

The Nike Lebron Soldier series keeps marching along. This will be the 5th consecutive year that Nike will drop a Lebron shoe under the "Soldier" moniker. The fifth edition of this shoe will be released in more colorways than the previous four years. Already 6 different colorways, including a "Think Pink" edition promoting breast cancer awareness, have hit the market. With the a new edition of the Soldier series releasing, Lebron James has more than one signature sneaker that you can fight the good fight in.
The Lebron Soldier V uses both old and new technology in the construction of one of the best Nike shoes for basketball that is currently on the market. First, the old. The fifth edition of the Soldier continues to use the same midsole and outsole technology. The combination of the Zoom Air and Max Air have been taken from the Soldier IV to provide the ultimate in cushioning. Second, the new. The upper expands on the uppers used in the past by using more Flywire. This year the Flywire wraps around the forefoot and is stretched almost all the way to the ankle. Although this is one of the differences in the upper of the Soldier V, it is not the biggest difference. The biggest difference is the midfoot strap design that has been a staple of this shoe. This year the strap is used both the lateral and medial sides and is actually attached at the midfoot of the upper. In the past editions of the Lebron Soldier, only a lateral strap has been used. This new strap system ensures maximum stability.
There are some very popular colorways of this year's Soldier edition to be had. Cool grey, Pinkfire, Black,and sport red have already dropped. In addition, a new colorway has been rolled out on the this new Soldier. Nike shows us a new color they call Iguana. The new colorway is Iguana/black/white/max orange to be exact. Very close to military green, this colorway is perfect for a shoe who's namesake is "Soldier."
The Lebron Soldier has been a very strong secondary signature sneaker line for Nike now for the last four years. With a price point of $110, this signature shoe provides a very affordable high quality, high performance pair of basketball shoes. The Nike Soldier series looks like it's run will not end anytime soon. With a new look and more colorways, the Soldier looks like it will continue to march on. That is fine by me, this is one great shoe for the court.
This shoe is already available in several colorways, with more colorways getting set to drop.

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