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The 25 best rookie seasons in NBA history
Rookies are exciting for teams and their fans because they represent potential, hope for the future. While it can take years to see how a prospect will pan out, sometimes it clicks right away.
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.
Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 5
Watch Kings’ DeMar DeRozan pass Oscar Robertson on all-time NBA scoring list
DeMar DeRozan has been a strong soldier for the Sacramento Kings this season, as he’s still suited up for the team even with the 2025-26 campaign being long lost for the team in dead last in the Pacific Division.
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?
NBA News / Yardbarker / March 15
Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo passes Oscar Robertson after latest performance
Even though the 2025-26 season will likely go down as one of the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo want to forget, they could put all the drama, uncertainty and team struggles aside for one night as Antetokounmpo made sure to accomplish something new to add to his career resume.
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.
Washington Wizards News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 17
‘Wiz Kids’ laud Kareem-Abdul Jabbar, Oscar Robertson, Vince Carter at All-Star Weekend
INGLEWOOD — Friday night’s Castrol Rising Stars Challenge was a showcase of the Washington Wizards’ young core, as rookie guard Tre Johnson and second-year guard Bub Carrington competed for Team T-Mac (Tracy McGrady), while second-year forward Kyshawn George competed for Team Vince (Carter).
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 14
Chris Paul retires: Where does he rank among 10 best point guards of all time?
As the 12-time All-Star walks away from the game, probably yelling at a referee on his way, here are the 10 greatest point guards of all time and where CP3 ranks among them.
Denver Nuggets News / BasketballNews.com / February 12
Nikola Jokic passes Oscar Robertson for 2nd All-Time in triple doubles
Denver Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic added another historic achievement to his resume this week, passing NBA legend Oscar Robertson for the second-most career triple-doubles in league history.
NBA News / Yardbarker / February 5
Nikola Jokic tying Oscar Robertson's triple-double mark reduces concerns about Nuggets' slump
The Denver Nuggets are now 1-3 since center Nikola Jokic returned from a left knee injury, but at least he's still racking up triple-doubles.
North Carolina Tar Heels News / North Carolina Tar Heels on SI / January 18
Caleb Wilson Named to Several Prestigious Lists
North Carolina forward Caleb Wilson has been one of the best players in all of college basketball this season, and now he's finding himself on numerous midseason awards watch lists as a result of his superb play this year.
Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / January 3
Russell Westbrook passes legendary PG Oscar Robertson to set new NBA record
The achievement adds to Westbrook’s legendary resume.
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.
NBA News / Yardbarker / December 14
Jalen Johnson joins pair of legends by making history in Hawks' win
One way to become more of a household name is to make history and join legendary names. That's exactly what Jalen Johnson did during the Atlanta Hawks' 1201-117 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / November 21
Most Triple-Doubles in NBA History: List of career leaders
Basketball Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson, the Big O, pioneered the “triple-double.” When he first began accomplishing the feat in the early 1960s, the
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 15
Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander furthers pursuit of NBA record
At first glance, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 33-point performance in the Oklahoma City Thunder's Saturday 109-96 win may seem like just another big game for the NBA's reigning MVP. However, Gilgeous-Alexander's most recent monster game actually furthered his pursuit of history.
Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / November 4
Iowa Guard Makes Oscar Robertson Trophy Watch List
The long-awaited rebuild for Iowa City's men's basketball program will finally arrive this week as the newly redone Iowa Hawkeyes open their season at home against the Robert Morris Colonials.
The 20 greatest UCLA men's basketball players of all time
No school has won more men's basketball national championships than UCLA's 11. All but one of those titles was guided by legendary coach John Wooden. Naturally, the Bruins were successful because of those players on the floor — some blossomed into legends of the game.
Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / July 27, 2025
Bucks Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson Dissed in Latest Top 100 All-Time Ranking
1971 Milwaukee Bucks champion Oscar Robertson was given short shrift in a recent expert player ranking. The 6-foot-5 University of Cincinnati product, a triple-double machine who led the league in passing seven times, was a major star for the Cincinnati Royals over his first pro decade, earning 1964 MPV honors.
NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 21, 2025
Michael Jordan Told John Salley Oscar Robertson Was The Greatest Player In NBA History: “He Would Say Oscar Robertson”
Michael Jordan told John Salley that Oscar Robertson was the greatest player in NBA history. Salley revealed this tidbit during an interview with VladTV. VladTV: “Who did Jordan tell you is the greatest player ever?” Salley: “He would say Oscar Robertson.
Golden State Warriors News / Empire Sports Media / February 18, 2025
NBA legend Oscar Robertson responds to Warriors star forward’s harsh criticism about today’s game
Golden State Warriors star forward Draymond Green made sure to make his presence felt during All-Star Weekend. Along with ripping apart the new format
NBA News / Cincinnati Bearcats on SI / January 25, 2025
Watch: BYU Media Outlet Pays Homage to Oscar Robertson
BYU TV put together a great piece about Oscar Robertson ahead of today's game between the Cougars and Bearcats. Robertson is arguably one of the ten greatest basketball players ever to live and easily the greatest ever to wear UC's red and black.
NBA News / Basketball Network / December 28, 2024
Oscar Robertson breaks down his lawsuit against the NBA and how the '70s helped shape the league: 'It defined the players union'
A lot has gone down to make the NBA the global game it is today. With every dunk, 3-pointer, buzzer-beater, rebound, block, steal, and every essential part of the game, the sport got to this point thanks to the effort of some select few, led by Oscar Robertson.
NBA News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / November 22, 2024
NBA Great Oscar Robertson Detailed How Took High Road After Klu Klux Klan Incident In 1950s
Hall of Famer Oscar Robertson played in the NBA during a time segregation existed. Whites and black did everything separately. About the only thing they did together was sports.
Miami Heat News / Back in the Day NBA on SI / October 14, 2024
NBA Champion Says Oscar Robertson Could Not Play In Today's Game
Present versus the past is one of the biggest NBA discussions. Yesterday's stars feel they are better than today's. And vice versa. It's rare for an old-school player to give credit to the new generation.
NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / February 16, 2024
NBA, Pacers to dedicate a statue for Bucks great Oscar Robertson
The storied basketball career of Oscar Robertson is set to be immortalized once again. On Thursday, it was officially announced that the NBA and the Indiana Pacers organization will commission a statue dedicated to the Milwaukee Bucks legend in the Crispus Attucks High School in Indianapolis as an honor for his legacy.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / December 1, 2023
This Day In Lakers History: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Passes Oscar Robertson On All-Time Scoring List
NBA Hall-of-Famer and Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar compiled a laundry list of accomplishments during his 20-year career. While also being one of the most influential athlete activists, he stood apart by using his basketball IQ and thirst for knowledge to become a respected figure in professional sports.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 12, 2022
NBA unveils new postseason trophies honoring Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Bob Cousy, Oscar Robertson
The new trophies, which are awarded to players and teams for their accomplishments in the postseason, were crafted by Tiffany & Co.
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