Dirk Nowitzki finalizes two year, $50 million contract extension with Dallas Mavericks #Mavs

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July 23, 2016July 23, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer The new rules of the NBA have allowed for veteran players to play much longer than they usually would have. But, the 2015-16 season marks a major transition in the league. Both Kobe Bryant and Tim Duncan retired, while Kevin Garnett says he may

#RIPTyrek: Raleigh native, Tyrek Coger, dies during basketball team workout at Oklahoma State University

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July 22, 2016July 22, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer Thus far, the year of 2016 has been taxing with the number of people who have passed away. In the sports world, several athletes, both on a local and national level have died. Sadly, Tyrek Coger is now added to this list. 223949

Tim Duncan talks career and retirement in first interview since announcement | #Spurs [VIDEO]

July 14, 2016July 14, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer The summer of 2016 has dealt the world with some life-changing changes. Add Tim Duncan retiring to the list of things the world will have to deal with. Nineteen years ago, Tim Duncan ended up changing the way the San Antonio Spurs looked at

RIP Demontez Stitt: Former Clemson guard, Demontez Stitt, leaves Twitter to mourn his death #RIPDemontezStitt

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July 13, 2016July 14, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer This morning, sad news broke in the sports world, as Demontez Stitt has died. The cause of death is unknown, but the former Clemson standout guard left a major impact on the world. Currently, the Twitter world is mourning his death. 223133

Notable NBA Player Eras To Never Win A Championship: Karl Malone and John Stockton’s Utah Jazz

July 12, 2016July 12, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer Years Together: 1985-2003 Best Record: 64-18 (1996-97) Highest Finish: Game 6 of the NBA Finals 1997 and 1998 Noted Rivals: Chicago Bulls, Los Angeles Lakers, San Antonio Spurs, Portland Trail Blazers, Houston Rockets 223065

#ThankYouTD: Twitter reacts to the heartbreaking news of Tim Duncan retiring #TimmyD #BigFundamental

July 11, 2016July 11, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer This morning, NBA fans have woke up to sad news in Tim Duncan announcing his retirement. Dedicating nineteen years to the San Antonio Spurs, Tim Duncan won five championships. Throughout his career, he and the Spurs were the ultimate foil to the Lakers. 222765

James Harden talks #Rockets contract extension (FULL PRESS CONFERENCE) [VIDEO]

July 11, 2016July 11, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer In 2012, it became clear James Harden was going to leave the Oklahoma City Thunder in favor of a starring role. Some view this, given what happened last week, as the beginning of the end for OKC. It was only months after losing in

Isaiah Thomas talks Al Horford signing | #Celtics | #NBASummerLeague [VIDEO]

July 10, 2016July 11, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer Every offseason, NBA teams have become more and more focused on a big free agent signing. It looks as if the days of internally improving are over. This wasn't the case in 2014-15, when the Atlanta Hawks surprised everyone and topped the NBA's Eastern

Most Disappointing Teams In NBA Finals History: 2004 Los Angeles Lakers

July 9, 2016July 11, 20161

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer The Los Angeles Lakers show up on this list rather often, again, this is a testament to how great that organization is. Also, Shaquille O'Neal logs his second entry on the list, a testament to his own greatness. Shaq was a key player on

Serena Williams wins #Wimbledon, defeats Angelique Gerber 6-3

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July 9, 2016July 9, 20160

By Tre' Smith Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer Simply because of the fact that she and her sister play tennis, Serena and Venus Williams are tennis legends in the hip hop world. But, clearly, they are powerhouses all without hip hop's support. The legacy is becoming more of Serena's than Venus', however.