
David Thompson: The Original Human Highlight Reel and the Shadows That Followed
From soaring dunks to a tragic fall, the story of David Thompson intertwines athletic brilliance with the cost of substance abuse.
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From soaring dunks to a tragic fall, the story of David Thompson intertwines athletic brilliance with the cost of substance abuse.

Since 1947, the NBA Draft has produced a parade of No. 1 overall selections, many of whom honed their games at top collegiate programs. This article traces the schools and high schools that have supplied the league’s most coveted first‑overall talents, spotlighting Duke’s six picks, the Cavaliers’ record six selections, and the rise of phenoms like Cooper Flagg.

In his 2009 Hall of Fame enshrinement address, Michael Jordan traced the roots of his competitive fire to his North Carolina upbringing, his family, and the mentors who guided him.

A look at New York's recent Knicks championship celebration, the historic ABA titles of the Nets, and the personal reflections that tie together generations of city sports lore.

Before the regular season finale against Albany, the University of Maine will celebrate the accomplishments of its 1964, 1976, 1981, 1982, 1983, 1984 and 1986 College World Series teams, highlighting standout players, coaches and Hall of Fame inductees.