The 1993 NBA Draft held in Auburn, Michigan, was fascinating for many reasons. It showcased one of the most highly anticipated prospects in league history, Chris Webber, who was a standout member of ...
The 1992 Barcelona Olympics also played a role in stoking the fire. During practices with the famed “Dream Team,” Barkley had a defining conversation with coach Chuck Daly that stuck with him.“Chuck ...
Sam Smith and NBA champion coach Phil Jackson's "Masters of the Game: A Conversational History of the NBA in 75 Players" ...
Despite the Phoenix Suns ultimately losing to the Chicago Bulls, Barkley led the way with 42 points in a dominant performance. Despite the Phoenix Suns ultimately losing to the Chicago Bulls, Barkley ...
However, when Barkley was traded to the Phoenix Suns in 1992, he felt that he finally had the opportunity to prove his claim, as his new supporting cast was good enough to match Mike's crew. The Suns ...
Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley each score 42 points, just the second time in Finals history that opponents had each went for over 40. But the end result remained the same: the Bulls rule on the ...
Opportunity presented itself to the Orlando Magic in 1993. A year earlier, they won the NBA Draft Lottery and ended up picking Shaquille O'Neal first overall in the 1992 NBA Draft. O'Neal won Rookie ...