Tag: Bill Walton
Michael Jordan’s 63 Opened Celtics’ Eyes in 1986 Playoffs, but Kevin McHale Knew Boston Would Win Series
Michael Jordan redefined playoff basketball on April 20, 1986, erupting for an NBA-record 63 points in Game 2 of the Chicago Bulls’ first-round series...
Celtics Legend Larry Bird ‘Was That Dude,’ Former Teammate Cedric Maxwell Says
Boston Celtics forward Cedric Maxwell was anxiously awaiting the arrival of rookie Larry Bird in 1979. And not because Maxwell thought Bird could change...
Blazers Announce Details For Bill Walton Tribute Night
The Portland Trail Blazers have announced details for their upcoming Bill Walton Tribute Night, set for March 9 when the team hosts the Detroit...
NBA History: Year of Violence, Record-Breaking Shows, and Washington’s First Title
The 1977-78 NBA season was marked by two violent incidents that cast a long shadow over the league.
In one of the most infamous moments,...
NBA History: 1976-77 Season Was Wild Ride, From ABA Merger To ‘Blazermania’
The 1976-77 NBA season was the moment pro basketball decided to shake things up, blend in some chaos, and redefine itself.
It started with a...
Cavs’ Long-Ago Trade Talks For Legendary Bill Walton Came Close, But Just Missed Mark
Thirty-nine years ago this month, the Cleveland Cavaliers tried to trade for Bill Walton.
But the Los Angeles Clippers wanted too much in return and...
Bob Cousy, 95, Says He’ll ‘Take Great Pride’ In Seeing Celtics Pass Lakers In Titles
Bob Cousy is one of the NBA's last remaining legends from the pioneer era, spending his entire career with the Boston Celtics. And now,...
NBA Legend Bill Walton Passes Away At 71
NBA legend Bill Walton has tragically passed away due to cancer.
Walton was 71.
“Bill Walton was truly one of a kind," NBA Commissioner Adam Silver...
Clippers’ To Relocate G League Team, Rename It San Diego Clippers
Anyone who knows Los Angeles Clippers history knows about the San Diego Clippers (and perhaps the Buffalo Braves before them).
Well, World B. Free, Randy...
NBA Legend Bill Walton Says Nuggets’ Nikola Jokic Is ‘The Best Player In The World’
During an interview with Bennett Durando of The Denver Post, NBA legend Bill Walton said Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic is "the best player...
NBA legend George McGinnis passes away at 73
Former Indiana Pacers and Philadelphia 76ers legend George McGinnis has died, per multiple reports. He was 73.
No cause of death was provided, though he...
Blazers Honoring Late Coach Jack Ramsey With Plaid on City Edition Uniforms
Everyone in Rip City remembers Jack Ramsey, and if they don't remember him, they appreciate him.
Ramsey, of course, was the coach of the 1977...
