The Ewing Conspiracy and the 1985 NBA Draft Lottery
Posted Jun 1, 2015
To understand just how coveted Patrick Ewing was 30 years ago, you have to forget what you know about the NBA in its current incarnation and return to a time when big men ruled the league. Sure, there existed the odd stretch-four or point-forward—players like Larry Bird and Magic Johnson—but for the most part, positions were determined by height, and size valued above all else.
(Sports Illustrated)
Related: Other News
Former UNC center Ali Zelaya transferring to UNCWAlexandra Zelaya will play her fifth season at UNCW. The 6–4 Zelaya, who entered the transfer portal April 1, is the third of the six...
Wed Apr 24, 2024Reggie Bush to have Heisman Trophy returned
Reggie Bush is getting his 2005 Heisman Trophy back, as the Heisman Trust announced Wednesday the "reinstatement" of the trophy to Bush amid what it...
Wed Apr 24, 2024
Virginia law allows schools to pay athletes for NIL
Schools in Virginia will be able to directly pay athletes via name, image and likeness deals thanks to a state law, marking another significant step...
Wed Apr 24, 2024
Stanford's Tara VanDerveer on retirement: 'Just felt I'm ready'
For Tara VanDerveer, it all came together after a season in which she didn't necessarily know it would be her last but checked plenty of...
Tue Apr 23, 2024