Slam Magazines Top 50 players for the 2014-2015 season!

I've gotta give it to Slam Magazine here and say that this list is very accurate in my opinion. Its not only listing the top scorers, but the best defensive players have a somewhat accurate placement as well.  The ultimate fantasy season cheat sheet...haa!  (if no one gets injured lol) Also, I've listed the top five players and their listings over the last few years.  Go get the paperback! Download the magazine! Slam Magazine   #SLAMTop50 Players 2014
Rank	Player	Team	Position	Pos. Rank
50	Chandler Parsons	Mavs	SF	6
49	Deron Williams	Nets	PG	15
48	Monta Ellis	Mavs	SG	9
47	Eric Bledsoe	Suns	PG	14
46	Rudy Gay	Kings	SF	5
45	Joe Johnson	Nets	SG	8
44	Kenneth Faried	Nuggets	PF	11
43	DeAndre Jordan	Clippers	C	9
42	Ty Lawson	Nuggets	PG	13
41	Pau Gasol	Bulls	PF	10
40	Mike Conley	Grizzlies	PG	12
39	Paul Millsap	Hawks	PF	9
38	Lance Stephenson	Hornets	SG	7
37	Zach Randolph	Grizzlies	PF	8
36	Al Horford	Hawks	C	8
35	Bradley Beal	Wizards	SG	6
34	Kyle Lowry	Raptors	PG	11
33	Andre Drummond	Pistons	C	7
32	Dwyane Wade	Heat	SG	5
31	Serge Ibaka	Thunder	PF	7
30	DeMar DeRozan	Raptors	SG	4
29	Klay Thompson	Warriors	SG	3
28	Tim Duncan	Spurs	PF	6
27	Goran Dragic	Suns	PG	10
26	Rajon Rondo	Celtics	PG	9
25	Al Jefferson	Hornets	C	6
24	Chris Bosh	Heat	C	5
23	Marc Gasol	Grizzlies	C	4
22	Kawhi Leonard	Spurs	SF	4
21	Dirk Nowitzki	Mavs	PF	5
20	DeMarcus Cousins	Kings	C	3
19	Kobe Bryant	Lakers	SG	2
18	John Wall	Wizards	PG	8
17	Damian Lillard	Blazers	PG	7
16	Kyrie Irving	Cavs	PG	6
15	Dwight Howard	Rockets	C	2
14	Joakim Noah	Bulls	C	1
13	Tony Parker	Spurs	PG	5
12	Derrick Rose	Bulls	PG	4
11	LaMarcus Aldridge	Blazers	PF	4
10	Kevin Love	Cavs	PF	3
9	James Harden	Rockets	SG	1
8	Blake Griffin	Clippers	PF	2
7	Carmelo Anthony	Knicks	SF	3
6	Russell Westbrook	Thunder	PG	3
5	Stephen Curry	Warriors	PG	2
4	Anthony Davis	Pelicans	PF	1
3	Chris Paul	Clippers	PG	1
2	Kevin Durant	Thunder	SF	2
1	LeBron James	Cavs	SF	1

 
Rankings are based on expected contribution in ’14-15—to players’ team, the NBA and the game.

Original Article: Slam top 50

Air Jordan 13 - White/Black - Wolf Grey - 10/25

The Air Jordan 13 was an unexpected addition to the Air Jordan retro lineup this year. A total of three brand new pairs will have hit retail shelves when 2014 is all said and done, and each brings a brand new feature to the table for the silhouette, whether it was the reflective 3M treatment that the premium $200 rendition of the Air Jordan 13 “Reflective” received, a new take on the “Bred” aesthetic featuring tumbled leather, or this simplistic White and Black pair dubbed the “Barons” for its resemblance to MJ’s minor league squad’s uniforms. The pair cleverly utilizes an iridescent patent leather strip on the mudguard yet isn’t too flashy while Tropical Teal adds a splash of color on the bottom. Release date? October 25th!

Source: Shobido

Air Jordan 13
Color: White/Black-Wolf Grey
Style Code: 414571-115
Release Date: 10/25/14
Price: $170

Is Carmelo Anthony getting his own Jordan 1's? oooooohhhhhhh!

Heres a sneak peek of what could be the Carmelo Anthony 1's. I have no idea if this is true, but the source is kinda reliable. With All-Star weekend being in NYC this year, Carmelo being NYC's biggest basketball figure and the Jordan brand as the biggest money maker in basketball without a doubt? I can see this happening. 

More of a lifestyle sneaker than a basketball shoe?

They would be fire. 

Stay tuned.

Source Magazine reviews 2K15 in depth! Panel discussions and more!

Original Article: Source Magazine

The top ten NBA crossovers of the 2013 2014 season

While we patiently wait for next season, check out the top ten crossovers from last season. The way this season is looking I think there are many ankle breaks to come. 

Nike's "Think Pink" Collection

Fuck Breast Cancer. Fuck Cancer Period. 

Spread the word. 

Find the kicks. 

If they donate to cancer awareness? Rock 'em.

Derek Fisher on improving late game execution

Air Max Lunar - Chicago Marathon - Release? 10/12

There’s no doubt that the Nike Air Max Lunar1 isn’t exactly a road running shoe – you won’t find them on the finish line of any serious marathons this year. With that being said, the shoe is still being linked up with such a race in this “Chicago Marathon” release. The pair features some “Own Chicago” branding as well as aglets that reference the day of the race. Browse the official imagery on this just released pair of Air Max 1s and then get them for yourself straight fromNike ahead of next week’s race.

Nike Air Max Lunar1 “Chicago”
Color: Black/Dark Ash-Team Orange-Light Photo Blue
Style Code: 716478-048
Price: $145

Happy Birthday Derrick Rose!

Happy birthday to the youngest ever MVP Derrick Rose! I hope he has a healthy and competitive year ahead with the Chicago Bulls. 

Jordan 11 lows coming in 2015 ? Yep.

The Jordan brand is continuing to expand and diversify. The Jordan 11's are among the best that Jordan has to offer, and 2015 will be no different. The biggest change you will notice will be the low variation of the popular sneaker, with multiple colorways and FABRICS...

Yes the Jordan 11's will come in snakeskin, patent leather, possibly regular leather... and suede. Yes... SUUUEDE. In my opinion, some colors work way better in suede than others. Feel free to check Tyrone Green Basketball, we'll keep you posted. Check for some samples below.

The "American Dad" Stan Smiths

These new conglomerate or concentric (look it up) mergers that sneakers are making happen? Dope as fuck! The Dwayne Wade collab inspired by Dexter (serial killer show no longer on the air)... the Converse All Star Simpsons 25th Anniversary collab and now the Adidas collab with American Dad all make sense and all produced some pretty decent kicks. 

I guess the dads name (in American Dad) is Stan Smith, and who's never heard of the classic Stan Smith Adidas... makes sense that those two entities collab. I never saw it coming honestly. Pics and video via Complex below. 

Adidas Skate - Busenitz Vulc - "Knicks"

Adidas continues to master their craft, whether its in the realm of basketball or skate, they know no limits. The latest project adidas tackles on is this version of the adidas Skateboarding Busenitz, and gifts it with a Knicks colorway. Traditionally, we might see a basketball colorway paired with a basketball sneaker, but adidas broke the mold with this one and presents us with the Adidas Skate Busenitz Vulc “Knicks”. 

Phil Jackson compared J.R. Smith to Dennis Rodman. Smith is feelin that.

Phil Jackson and Derek Fisher are bringing the triangle to New York.

J.R. Smith is about the least triangle-style player in the league. Throw in Smith’s antics — untying players shoes during free throws was a fun one last year — and he seems a square peg for Jackson’s Zen triangle holes.

In a Q&A recently with the New York Post Jackson made this comparison with Smith.

“I don’t know if (getting through to him is) possible or not. He might be one of those guys that’s a little bit like Dennis Rodman that has an outlier kind of side to him. But I’m gonna get to know him as we go along, and we’ll find a way to either make him a very useful player on our organization, or whatever.”

Metta World Peace to wear "Panda Head Shoe" while playing in China.. haaaa

RonRon Metta World Peace will debut a Panda Head shoe ... ok let me get this together...

Metta World Peace is playing in China in the offseason for the "Sichuan Blue Whale" ... thats a team in China obvi. He is the designated "Panda Friend".... so he's taking it to the next level down to the shoes... He's gonna wear these joints with the detachable panda heads, and take the panda head off before every game and throw the head into the crowd..whoever catches the head will be the Panda friend of the day.

I think the kicks are dope...i think the idea is fly also. i was just taken aback by this unique idea.. They will eventually drop and my daughter will probably have a pair

NBA tips-off season-long All-Star charitable outreach program in New York area

The NBA brought out all the big guns Monday afternoon. NBA Commissioner Adam Silver was there, as was New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio. Also on hand was Knicks head coach Derek Fisher, Nets forward Andrei Kirilenko, Knicks big manCole Aldrich, Orlando Magic guard Willie Green, and on her first day on the job officially players union Executive Director Michele Roberts.

All of them came to the Midland Beach area of Staten Island — an area ravaged by Hurricane Sandy — to open the playground there (and the coaches and players ran an NBA FIT basketball clinic for more than 150 students).

Li - Ning Way of Wade 3 - D.Wade's tribute to the killer show "Dexter"...wit the bloody colorway

Dwyane Wade has taken it upon himself to debut his latest Li-Ning signature shoe, the Way of Wade. The first colorway that we’ve got a glimpse at for the model is a “Dexter” one, as made evident by the callout to that show on the inside of the tongue and the bloody colorway. We’re a little confused as to why they’ve decided to team up with a show that’s now off the air, but it’s not entirely surprising given that there were some previous Dexter collabs and the fact that the show takes place in Miami. See another photo for the upcoming Li-Ning Way of Wade 3 below and then give us your first thoughts on this shoe in the comments.

Atmos Reebok Insta Pump Fury in White/Red dropping 9/27 !

These will not work if ya ankle sock game isn't correct! They are fire but you gotta have some ankle socks to match ya gear...or no socks at all wit these in my opinion. I wonder who is gonna try to make these pop when they drop... release date? September 27th 

Nike Air 'Flightposite' One - Copper - 9/27 release date

 Foams and these flightposites were never really my cup of tea but I understand the craze surrounding them. They are kinda dope... I just wish they were more limited with less variations of the sneaker so everyone wasnt walking around with the same sneaker on. These babys drop on the 27th... get on the line!!! ha.

Ewing Center! Red colorway coming 9/26

Ewing 33 Hi - multiple colorways! Dropping 9/26

Im feelin these blue joints they crazy for the summer. I'd be tight if you stepped on my kicks wearin these rite here. Nice n bright blue suede..... ahhhhh. These are crazy. Gotta wear these once or twice a year at the most.

Lebron 11 China Low! 9/25 release

Lebron 12 new colorways revealed!

Check out this awesome videos featuring the engineering style and new colorways! Feelin it.

Would you like to play for the Canton Charge next season? (Cleveland Cavs D League)

Tryout Information

The Canton Charge will hold an open player tryout in Canton for their upcoming 2014-15 NBA Development League season. Open tryouts will offer players the opportunity to exhibit their skills in order to earn an invitation to the team’s official training camp in November.

The tryout will feature two sessions, both on Saturday, September 20th, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and continue that afternoon from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Canton McKinley’s Memorial Fieldhouse (1815 Harrison Ave. NW Canton, OH 44708). Each tryout participant must be available to participate in BOTH sessions.

Nike Lebron 11 Low "Mystic Green" available now!

I love these Lebrons... not much to say about em.. The speckle paint goes too well wit the metallic finish. And that orange inside the air bubble is like painting a brake pad... if you have a car you understand. Perfect color coordination.

$170

Nike Air Max 90 Premium Pack! Available now

The Air Max 90's now come in these four different color patterns. cop 'em today!

$140

Three new Jordan releases! Jordan XX9 "Team Orange" and "Gym Red" and the XIV Retro "Challenge Red"

Word is the XIV Retros are sold out already but you can check for 'em.

Jordan XIV Retro "Challenge Red" - $200 (sold out)

Air Jordan XX9 "Gym Red" - $225

Air Jordan XX9 "Team Orange" - $225

Simpsons 25th Anniversary collection Converse All Stars! Classic!

The Simpsons are going uber creative to celebrate their 25th anniversary! This Converse collection may well end up becoming a collectors item. Might be a worthy investment. I'd get the low Bart Simpsons just cuz n rock 'em in an all black fit. These are fire depending on how you wear 'em, and dope to have as a keepsake.