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The 25 best No. 2 overall draft picks in NBA history
The No. 1 pick is the prize of the draft. That's obvious, but sometimes, the second pick can be almost, or even more, valuable. These are the greatest No.
Duke Blue Devils News / Duke Basketball Report / December 11
YouTube Gold: Bob McAdoo, Revolutionary 
Greensboro native Bob McAdoo is, in one sense, the first one-and-done in ACC history: after transferring into UNC from a JUCO, he left after just one season, getting drafted by the Buffalo Braves in 1972 with the #2 pick (in one of the great draft fiascos of all time, LaRue Martin went #1 and Julius Erving went…#12).
New York Knicks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 3
Move over Willis Reed, Bob McAdoo, you have company with Karl-Anthony Towns after Knicks win
The Statue of Liberty must be puffing a victory cigar after the New York Knicks won over the Charlotte Hornets, 119-104, at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday.
The 'Most 200 3-pointer NBA seasons' quiz
In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / February 2, 2025
Were The 1981-82 Los Angeles Lakers First Big Three Of NBA?
NBA great Bob McAdoo was an assistant coach with the Miami Heat when they field a team that featured LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. At the time, the Heat were billed as the "Big Three." But McAdoo also claims there was an original Big Three.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / February 2, 2025
NBA Great Shoots Downs Lewd Accusations Of Showtime Lakers
A few year ago, the "Showtime" Los Angeles Lakers were the subject of a cable television series called "Winning Time." At times, it portrayed the organization, which featured Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, as dysfunctional.
New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 31, 2025
Patriots Expected To Retain Ben McAdoo
Mike Reiss reports the Patriots are expected to retain Bob McAdoo on the coaching staff for 2025 under Mike Vrabel. McAdoo worked as a senior offensive assistant in 2024 but Reiss notes his role could change this year.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 29, 2025
NBA Legend Bob McAdoo reflects on nearly attending an HBCU
Bob McAdoo, an NBA Hall of Famer and five-time All-Star, recently shared a personal anecdote about his deep admiration of HBCUs and revealed just how close
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / January 29, 2025
NBA Hall Of Famer Played Role In Integrating Black Players To Major NCAA Conferences
NBA great Bob McAdoo grew up watching Earl "The Pearl" Monroe play collegiately at Winston-Salem State University. At the time, McAdoo felt he would follow in Monroe's footsteps by playing at a historically-black university.
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / January 28, 2025
NBA Hall Of Famer Calls Being Left Off Top 50 Greatest List "A Slap In The Face"
The NBA created a lot of joy when it released the league's greatest 50 players in 1996. It also caused a lot of disappointment and resent from players who were left off the list.
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / January 27, 2025
Kevin Durant Says Former NBA Big Man "Showed The Way" For Stretch Fours
When NBA great Bob McAdoo was growing up, it was the standard for big men to play in the post. McAdoo had no interest in that. He wanted to play with flash and pizazz.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / May 30, 2024
Pirates Minor League Profile: This McAdoo Plays Baseball and is Opening Eyes
Charles McAdoo gets asked two questions all the time. Is he related to Basketball Hall of Famer Bob McAdoo? Yes, they are distant cousins but they have never met.
NBA News / Fadeaway World / March 2, 2024
Highest-Scoring Single Seasons By Tiers: Wilt Is The Only One With More Than 4,000 Points
In NBA history, certain achievements transcend mere statistics to become enduring symbols of greatness. From the unparalleled scoring exploits of Michael Jordan to the towering dominance of Wilt Chamberlain, the NBA's 4,000, 3,000, and even the 2,500-point clubs stand as a hallowed sanctuary reserved for the game's most elite scorers.
The 25 best second seasons in NBA history
Everybody remembers a great rookie season in the NBA, which often result in a trophy being held aloft. However, what about the players who have fantastic second seasons?
The 'Most points scored in an NBA playoff opener' quiz
In NBA history, 35 players have scored 40 or more points in his team's first game of the postseason. How many of the 35 can you name in six minutes?
The 'Players to win NBA rookie of the Year and MVP' quiz
In the NBA, winning Rookie of the Year does not guarantee a successful career. In fact, only 17 players who have won Rookie of the Year have also gone on to win at least one league MVP award. How many of these 17 legends can you name in five minutes?
The 'Boston Celtics Hall of Famers' quiz
There have been 34 members of the Boston Celtics who are in the NBA Hall of Fame. How many of them can you name?
The '15+ rebounds per game' quiz
An NBA player has averaged 15+ rebounds per game in a season 100 times. How many of them can you name?
The 'North Carolina Tar Heels All-Stars' quiz
13 NBA players drafted from the University of North Carolina have appeared in the All-Star Game. How many of them can you name?
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