Awesome Basketball

(PG-13: Language) Jean wanted to try out his new basketball. Instead, he ends up taking us on a tour through his star-studded neighborhood, filled with the likes of Brick Tamland, The Dude and Superman. A silly short by Collectif HOTU.

A performance basketball show with a bold and dynamic look. Its external diamond cage structure isn’t just aesthetic – it actually helps to stabilize the foot, while its forefoot and sole are optimized for quick starts, stops, and directional changes. Drops 7/1/19 from Nike’s Jordan Collection and at select retailers.

In this promotional spot for CAD/CAM software developer Open Mind, they demonstrate how a 5-axis CNC mill can transform a solid block of metal into a replica of a basketball net, by gradually carving away bits of metal until only a woven net remains. Skip to 1:06.

Nike brings Converse back to the hardwood court with the All Star Pro BB. The shoes have the classic All Star silhouette, but with modern construction and design, such as a snug mesh upper and a React foam cushion. Drops 5/2019.

(PG-13: Language) The 76ers’ two-way superstar Jimmy Butler gets buckets, but can he get through Hot Ones’ challenge? Watch the NBA star talk about wine, the difference between college coaches and NBA coaches, the infamous Timberwolves practice, and more.

Hoops fans, see if you can score some hot cocoa 3-pointers using mini marshmallows with this 16-ounce basketball mug that has a built-in hoop and backboard. We don’t recommend slam-dunking though the ceramic hoop though.

(PG-13: Language) NBA and broadcast legend Shaquille O’Neal dropped by Hot Ones to talk about his relationship with Kobe, learning to manage his money, understanding sports press from both sides of the fence and more, while trying to finish the hot wings challenge.

Founded by artist Jarrett Ellis, The Hoop Dream Studio makes limited-edition basketball hoops that evoke luxury and opulence. They’re almost a commentary about the status of professional players in society, if it weren’t for the fact that they’re for sale.

Paul George’s PG 2 Nike shoe debuted with a PlayStation 4 colorway. Nike is back with another signature shoe for the Oklahoma City Thunder star, and with it another PlayStation colorway. This time the sneaker pays homage to the original 1994 gaming console. Drops 12/1/18.

Detroit Pistons forward Blake Griffin sat down with Hot Ones and talked about learning how to do stand-up comedy, the funniest trash talker in the NBA, his idea for a satirical series about the life of an NBA player, his most memorable dunks and more while eating hot wings.

It was never just a game. Co-executive produced by LeBron James, Shut Up and Dribble is a three-part documentary series that aims to shine a light on the roles of NBA players in encouraging social change. Premieres 11/3/18 on Showtime.

Play basketball practically anywhere with the Swish Portable Basketball Hoop. All you need is a pole (and a way to reach it) and you’re good to go. Swish has adjustable alligator straps and a regulation size rim. It also comes with a regulation size ball and a hand pump.

(PG-13: Language) The Philadelphia 76ers’ two-way All-Star and premiere clown Joel “The Process” Embiid talks about his destroying normal people on the court, his trash talking skills, his addiction to Nutella and more while powering through hot wings.

(PG-13: Language) Influential DJ, streetball legend and sneaker scholar Bobbito Garcia talks about his life and legacy in his upcoming documentary. Featuring interviews with Questlove, Lin-Manuel Miranda, and so many more. Support the production on Kickstarter.

“Y’all got the wrong guy! He’s Illuminati!” Rajon Rondo is a conspiracy theorist, Steph Curry thinks about the strangest things and LeBron James knows what the media wants him to be doing in the latest Bad Lip Reading of the NBA.

The NBA’s new augmented reality app features a Portals section that lets you open a virtual doorway into the sights and sounds of the 2018 NBA Finals. You’ll get up close with player intros, huddles and post-game celebrations. Available for iOS and Android.

Coiski Media visited the Golden State Warriors’ basketball facility to check out some of their players’ shoes. They spoke with Director of Team Operations Eric Housen about storing thousands of shoes, transporting gear for away games, and the players’ shoe wearing habits.

ESPN and Netflix are teaming up for The Last Dance, a 10-part documentary series about Michael Jordan and the ’90s Chicago Bulls. It will feature never-before-seen footage from the team’s 1997-98 championship run. Premieres 2019.

Killspencer and Judson Studios created a special version of its indoor mini basketball kit. The Shattered Dreams kit has a backboard made of pre-shattered and fused transparent and opaque glass. It also has a chrome rim, a leather net and a rubber mini basketball.

The Bred Toe is a combination of the shoes’ first two colorways, mixing the Air Jordan 1’s classic red, white and black combo to create a new look that still has a timeless appeal. Resellers already know: the shoes drop 2/24/18 for $160.

NBA player Paul George’s new signature shoe debuts with a limited-edition Sony PlayStation colorway, with a sweet galactic theme and light up PS and PG logos on the tongues. The shoe offers better grip, and does away with the lockdown strap from the PG1, improving fit.

(PG-13: Language) “I don’t wanna win this way… but a W is a W.” Jay and Leland are about to win a friendly game against the Handle God. But they didn’t account for… Prison Ball. RDCworld1’s new series is a fun parody of Kuroko’s Basketball.

NBA 2K18 features an all-new body system that has more accurate details such as stretch marks and faded tattoos. The game also features new Nike jerseys and even more shoes. The player creation now has more hairstyles and makes body type affect a player’s skill.