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• Carmelo Anthony's Return

  Dec 6, 2019 SportZ 0 Comments

  CARMELO ANTHONY'S RETURN

  

  by Z Roney

  On November 19th, Carmelo Anthony made his long-awaited return to the NBA after signing a non-guaranteed contract with the Portland Trailblazers. Before then, his last game had been with the Houston Rockets, over a year ago, near the beginning of the 2018-19 season. Eventually, he had been traded to the Chicago Bulls, where, at the start of February, he had been waived. The return of the former scoring champion and 10-time all-star was commemorated by fans, players, and media across the league.

  Since then, Melo has played 8 games, averaging 16.9 points and 5.9 rebounds in 31 minutes despite spending a year on the sidelines. In his Trailblazers home debut, he scored 19 points and grabbed 4 rebounds against Oklahoma City. A couple days earlier, he scored a season-high 25 points in a win against the Bulls. Almost immediately after his return, he was named Western Conference Player of the Week.

  Now, his contributions have been rewarded. According to reports, the Portland Trailblazers have amended their deal, guaranteeing Carmelo's contract for the remainder of the season. In just a few months' time, he ascended from pondering retirement to once again having a full spot on a roster. Now, he'll have the rest of the season to build upon this opportunity.

   

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• Bill Russell Accepts Hall of Fame Ring After 44 Years

  Nov 30, 2019 SportZ 0 Comments

  

  By Z Roney

  In 1975, 11-time NBA champion, 5-time MVP, 3-time All-NBA first team, and 12-time all-star Bill Russell was given his merited praise and commemoration by being inducted into the Hall of Fame. For many, this is a reward of the highest honor in the world of basketball – a lifetime goal and dream to strive for – and he was the first black player to receive this accolade. However, for some unbeknownst reason at the time, Bill did not accept the symbolic ring. In fact, he continued to refuse the memento for 44 years, boycotting the ceremony.

  However, just a couple of weeks ago, his attitude towards the event changed. Hosting a private ceremony, he finally accepted the Hall of Fame ring, and gave fans his reasoning for his prior actions. There were other players who he felt deserved the honor of being the first black Hall-of-Famer besides him, such as Chuck Cooper, Sweetwater Clifton, and Earl Lloyd, who all played before him, being the first African-American players to be drafted. However, none of them were inducted before the turn of the century; Lloyd was inducted in 2003, while Clifton was inducted in 2014. Chuck Cooper was the latest to be inducted, only receiving the honor this past September. It was after this when Russell finally accepted the ring himself. Bill Russell is the greatest winner in the history of North American sports, and the achiever of countless jaw-dropping accolades – but regardless of these accomplishments, he is still a man of principle.

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• The World's First Women's Sports Museum Is On The Horizon

  Nov 21, 2019 Azariah manning 0 Comments

  The World's First Women's Sports Museum Is On The Horizon

  

   by Azariah Manning

   

  The world of sports for women is beyond just playing  an activity or physical exertion.  There is an  inspiring journey behind the women who have molded the sports industry.

   

  Women in sports showcase a compelling caliber of talent and commitment.

   

  Whether these women were athletes, coaches, executives or even broadcasters, the duties are endless to the trailblazing efforts women have contributed to the world of sports, and it is about time their remarkable efforts are highlighted and celebrated.

   

  “The much-anticipated museum will be a living, breathing museum featuring interactive, state-of-the-art exhibits that recognize the women who have given their time, talent, tears and triumphs to defy gender stereotypes and lead all women to heights beyond expectation.”

               -Womenssportsmuseum.org https://womenssportsmuseum.org/#title-canvas

   

  Believe it or not the world has yet to see an entire assemblage, or national museum solely commemorating the women who have given their talent and courageous efforts to the industry.

  The Women’s Sports Museum is set to launch in the city of Sarasota, Florida.

  The WSM organization has a set five year plan.

   The first 3 years have been dedicated to the pop up exhibit experiences along with raising awareness through annual galas and launch events to drive sponsorships and community support to assure the historic exhibit becomes a reality.

  The WSM organization has yet to secure a permanent location but is very close to beginning processes of building the dynasty.

   

  The Women’s sports museum  is more than just creating another accolade collective. Its inspires young women and girls through the lens of sports.

  It challenges the social barriers stemmed upon women involving their truths and passion in a male dominated industry.

   It showcases the complexities and dynamism that only women can overcome. The WSM movement is revolutionary.

   

   

   

   

  “THE SIGNIFICANCE OF HAVING A WOMEN’S SPORTS MUSEUM GOES BEYOND GIVING US A VOICE... WE NEED A PERMANENT PLACE THAT SHOWCASES OUR HISTORY, CELEBRATES OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND INSPIRES OUR FUTURE GENERATIONS.” 

  FORMER WORLD NO. 1 AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL TENNIS PLAYER

                                                -Billie Jean King

   

   

   

  In the effort to begin the construction of this women empowered establishment. Anyone can be apart of herstory by donating to the Women’s Sports Museum. The contributions can help fulfill the museums initiatives  that entail; funding for the preview center that will lead into the build of the WSM facility, Traveling pop-up exhibits and Public speaking forums to raise awareness. You can donate by going to their website. https://womenssportsmuseum.org/#title-canvas

   Read more about it here:

  https://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/museums/after-20-years-national-womens-history-museum-still-seeking-bricks-and-mortar-home/2013/10/03/ba61f47a-26b9-11e3-b75d-5b7f66349852_story.html

  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L3MQsISjXW0

   

   

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• LeBron James Makes History Against OKC

  Nov 21, 2019 SportZ 0 Comments

  LeBron James Makes History Against OKC

  by Z Roney

  

  On November 19th, 2019, the Los Angeles Lakers played the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Staples Center, beating them 107-112. Over the course of the game, LeBron James recorded a triple-double with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists, which on any other night, against any other team, would've simply been a great performance. But this time was different. This particular triple-double placed LeBron James in the record books in yet another category, making himself the pioneer for another accolade. He became the first player in NBA history to record a triple-double against all 30 franchises in the league, including those he played for (Cleveland and Miami), and the one he currently plays for now (Los Angeles). This type of achievement requires consistent, high-level playing and deliberate off-season movement – a job well done by LeBron James. However, don't expect him to be alone in this category much longer. Russell Westbrook is right on his tail, having recorded a triple-double against 29 of the 30 NBA teams – every team except, ironically, the Oklahoma City Thunder.

   

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• Luka Doncic's Record Breaking Month

  Nov 19, 2019 SportZ 0 Comments

  Luka Doncic's Record Breaking Month

  

  by Z Roney

  Luka Doncic's performance throughout his rookie season had all but solidified his place as one of the best players in his draft class, despite being selected 3rd overall and traded to the Dallas Mavericks. Averaging 21 points, 6 assists, and nearly 8 rebound per game, he won Rookie of the Year over the finalists Trae Young and Deandre Ayton.

   

    Only a month has passed since the opening of the new NBA season -  his sophomore season, and he is already putting up All-NBA numbers. After 13 games, he's averaging 29.5 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 9.3 assists, and he currently leads the league in triple-doubles with 6.

   

    So far, the highlight of his career came in last night's game against the Spurs, where, en route to a 110-117 victory, he scored 42 points (a career high, by the way), 11 rebounds, and 12 assists. Not only is he the only Maverick in history to record a 40-point triple-double, but he's only the second player to do so before turning 21. The other player, LeBron James, was only 163 days younger than Luka when he achieved this feat, putting up a 40-10-10 stat-line.

   

    If there's one thing that's certain, Luka is definitely on track for a Hall of Fame career. Only time can tell just how much he'll blossom, and the full extent of his accomplishments.

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