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The Biggest Margin of Victory in NBA History: The Most Lopsided Games of All Time

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - MARCH 13: Dillon Brooks #24 of the Memphis Grizzlies drives to the basket during the game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on March 13, 2022 at Paycom Arena in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2022 NBAE (Photo by Zach Beeker/NBAE via Getty Images)

Basketball is a game of runs. In today’s NBA, you can see a 20 point lead wiped away in a matter of minutes, but we aren’t talking about those comebacks today. Instead, we are highlighting the biggest margin of victory in NBA history.

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There are rare instances where one team will heat up and go on a run that is unstoppable. Certain moments where teams morph into one single unit and absolutely blow out a team.

Here are the five biggest margins of victory in NBA history.

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1. 73 Point Margin
  • Score: Memphis Grizzlies 152 – Oklahoma City Thunder 79
  • Date: December 2nd, 2021

After the December 2nd matchup between the Grizzlies and Thunder in 2021, a record for the biggest margin of victory in NBA history was set. The Grizzlies blew out the Thunder by 73 points in a game that saw nine of the Grizzlies twelve players score in double digits. What makes it even crazier is the fact that Memphis superstar Ja Morant was sidelined for this game and did not play.

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2. 68 Point Margin
  • Score: Cleveland Cavaliers 148 – Miami Heat 80
  • Date: December 17th, 1991

The game between the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat on December 17, 1991 started as a relatively close contest in the first quarter, with Cleveland leading 24-18 at the end of the period. However, things quickly got out of hand in the second quarter as the Cavaliers went on a dominant 75-29 run to take a commanding 99-47 lead at halftime. The second half was essentially a formality, as Cleveland cruised to a 148-80 victory.

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3. 65 Point Margin
  • Score: Indiana Pacers 124 – Portland Trail Blazers 59
  • Date: February 27, 1998

The 1998 Indiana Pacers were a lethal team, posing Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls its most daunting opponent in the East. Earlier in the season on February 27th, the Pacers defeated the Trail Blazers by 65 points. This was a huge shock to the NBA world, as the Pacers only had 6 more wins than the Trail Blazers, making it a somewhat even matchup on paper. The Pacers finished with eight players scoring in double figures.

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4. 63 Point Margin
  • Score: Los Angeles Lakers 162 – Golden State Warriors 99
  • Date: March 19th, 1972

On March 19, 1972, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Golden State Warriors 162-99. The Lakers were led by Hall of Fame center Wilt Chamberlain, who had a dominant performance against his former team. Chamberlain scored 22 points, pulled down 22 rebounds, and dished out 13 assists in just 29 minutes of play. He was joined in the scoring column by five other Lakers players who scored in double figures, including Gail Goodrich (26 points) and Jim McMillian (25 points). The victory was a statement win for the Lakers, who went on to win the NBA championship that season.

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5. 62 Point Margin
  • Score: Golden Sate Warriors 153 – Sacramento Kings 91
  • Date: November 2nd, 1991

On November 2nd, 1991, the Golden State Warriors beat down the Sacramento Kings by a 62 point margin. Warriors legend Chris Mullin paved the way putting in 32 points, 7 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals. Five other Warriors players scored in double digits with Tyrone Hill, Victor Alexander, and Sarunas Marciulionis all scoring 20+ points.

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Who Is The NBA Commissioner?

PARIS, FRANCE - JANUARY 19: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver address the media during a pregame press conference prior to the game of the Chicago Bulls against the Detroit Pistons at Accor Arena on January 19, 2023 in Paris, France. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

So you’re wondering, “who is the NBA commissioner?” No problem! I’m here to tell you all about him!

Oh, to be the commissioner of a professional sports league. It truly is one of the most epic double-edged swords someone can grasp. On one hand, you have all the power and authority over one of the most popular and influential sports leagues in the world. On the other hand, you become tightly scrutinized for everyone move, change, and statement you make.

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It’s not an easy path to make your way into the office of the NBA Commissioner. Per the leagues guidelines, any prospective candidate needs a bachelors degree in business as well as a minimum of seven years working for the NBA’s league offices. Generally, the person selected to become commissioner also has obtained a law degree.

Here is everything you need to know about the NBA’s current and past commissioner.

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Current Commissioner: Adam Silver
  • Years Active: 2014- present

Adam Silver stepped in as Commissioner for an aging David Stern in 2014, although it was formally announced that he would become commissioner in 2012. Silver spent his earlier NBA days as their Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer for eight years. He was tasked with such things as negotiating television deals, helping develop the WNBA, and managing it’s other relations.

Since 2014, Adam Silver has made a number of significant changes to the leagues format. First, he changed the draft lottery to incentivize teams not to tank, which hasn’t fully been seen as successful. Another major change that Silver made was introducing the play-in tournament at the end of the season, allowing teams on the bubble to earn a spot in the post-season tournament.

However, the most high profile move that Silver has made since becoming NBA Commissioner is how he handled the controversial situation with former Clippers owner Donald Sterling, who was caught on tape expressing defamatory comments about minorities at his game. Silver swiftly banned Stern from the league and forced him to sell the team, winning the approval of many NBA fans.

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Former Commissioner: David Stern
  • Years Active: 1984-2014

To be remembered as a commissioner in professional sports, you have to be polarizing, and David Stern was just that. For as many incredible things that Stern did to help grow the league into the powerhouse today, there were his equally not so bright moments.

The main success that David Stern can be contributed to was changing how the NBA markets its league. Instead of focusing on the teams, Stern put an emphasis on the players. Marketing the games as a once-in-a-lifetime chance to witness Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and so many more display their incredible talents.

There were several fumbles that Stern had to face, including two lockouts that delayed the season due to a disagreement in the player bargaining rights. There are also rumors that Stern rigged the 1985 NBA draft so the New York Knicks could secure Patrick Ewing, but we’ll leave that one as just a fun conspiracy in NBA lore.

Stern unfortunately passed in 2020 but will always be remembered as a trailblazer for the NBA. The league would never have reached the heights it has, or been able to bring the game to all parts of the world without David Stern and basketball fans should be forever grateful for that.

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Biggest March Madness Upsets in NCAA History

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 17: Doug Edert #25 of the Saint Peter's Peacocks celebrates after making a three-point basket against the during the second half in the first round game of the 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on March 17, 2022 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

Are you wondering what the biggest March Madness upsets of all-time are? Let’s get in to it!

In March Madness, a Cinderella story refers to a team that is not expected to perform well in the tournament but ends up defying the odds and achieving unexpected success. These are typically lower-seeded teams that defeat higher-seeded teams, often in thrilling and dramatic fashion.

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Cinderella stories in March Madness have become a tradition and a source of excitement for fans of the tournament. Some of the most famous Cinderella stories in March Madness history include the 1985 Villanova Wildcats, who won the national championship as an eight seed, and the 2011 VCU Rams, who made it to the Final Four as an eleven seed.

Without further ado, here are all of the biggest March Madness upsets of all-time.

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1. #16 UMBC over #1 Virginia
  • UMBC 74 – Virginia 54
  • March 16, 2018

The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) pulled off one of the biggest March Madness upsets history by beating the top-ranked Virginia Cavaliers in the first round of the 2018 tournament.

UMBC was a #16 seed, and no #16 seed had ever beaten a #1 seed in the history of the NCAA tournament. Virginia, on the other hand, was considered the top teams in the country as illustrated by their overall number one seed in the tournament.

UMBC won the game by a score of 74-54, so this game wasn’t even close! The Retrievers played a near-perfect game, shooting the ball extremely well from the three-point line and playing outstanding defense against Virginia’s offense.

The Retrievers’ guard Jairus Lyles had a career-high 28 points, and the team shot 12-24 from the three-point line. Defensively, UMBC held Virginia to just 41% shooting from the field and forced the Cavaliers into 9 turnovers.

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2. #15 Lehigh over #2 Duke
  • Lehigh 75 – Duke 70
  • March 16, 2012

In the 2012 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, the 15th-seeded Lehigh Mountain Hawks pulled off one of the biggest upsets in the tournament’s history by defeating the 2nd-seeded Duke Blue Devils in the round of 64.

Lehigh won the game 75-70 behind a tremendous performance by their star player, guard C.J. McCollum, who scored 30 points and pulled down 6 rebounds. The Mountain Hawks shot 44% from the field, including 8-of-18 from three-point range, and made their free throws down the stretch to seal the win. Defensively, Lehigh played a solid game, limiting Duke to just 29% shooting from beyond the arc and forcing the Blue Devils into 6 turnovers.

The win was particularly significant because Duke was considered one of the top teams in the country and had won the ACC tournament just a week prior to the start of the NCAA tournament. Lehigh, on the other hand, was a relatively unknown team from a smaller conference, the Patriot League.

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3. #15 St. Peters over #2 Kentucky
  • St. Peters 85 – Kentucky 79
  • March 17, 2022

Saint Peters stole the show in 2022 with one of the greatest Cinderella stories in NCAA history. Stories came out about how Saint Peters had to cancel several games due to a leaky roof in their home court throughout the regular season and just how small the school was. Saint Peters is quite literally just a single city block in New Jersey.

To think they even had a chance at the blue-blood University of Kentucky in 2022 was a joke, but it’s March and anything can happen. Behind the electric play of Doug Eddert, the Peacocks pulled off the miraculous upset and made a deep run into the tournament.

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4. #15 Middle Tennessee over #2 Michigan State
  • Middle Tennessee 90 – Michigan State 81 
  • March 18 2016

In the 2016 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders pulled off one of the biggest March Madness upsets by defeating the 2nd-seeded Michigan State Spartans in the round of 64.

Middle Tennessee won the game 90-81 behind a remarkable performance from their starting five, all of whom scored in double figures, led by forward Reggie Upshaw, who had 21 points and 4 rebounds. The Blue Raiders shot an impressive 55% from the field, including 57% from three-point range.

Defensively, Middle Tennessee played a solid game, forcing Michigan State into 17 turnovers and holding the Spartans to just 41% shooting from the field. The Blue Raiders also dominated the boards, out-rebounding Michigan State by a margin of 35-23.

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5. #15 Santa Clara over #2 Arizona
  • Santa Clara 64 – Arizona 61
  • March 18, 1993

In the 1993 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, the 15th-seeded Santa Clara Broncos pulled off a stunning upset by defeating the 2nd-seeded Arizona Wildcats in the round of 64.

Santa Clara won the game 64-61 in a tightly contested match. The Broncos were led by their star player, guard Steve Nash, who had 10 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists in the game. Santa Clara also received strong contributions from forward Richard Keefe, who had a team-high 15 points, and guard Kevin Dunne, who added 12 points. Defensively, Santa Clara played a strong game, holding Arizona to just 36% shooting from the field and 26% from three-point range. The Broncos also forced Arizona into 17 turnovers, which proved to be a critical factor in the outcome of the game.

Santa Clara’s victory over Arizona was a classic David vs. Goliath moment in college basketball and will be remembered as one of biggest March Madness upsets ever. The win helped put Steve Nash on the map and elevated Santa Clara to National prominence.

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6. #15 Richmond over #2 Syracuse
  • Richmond 73 – Syracuse 69
  • March 14, 1991

In the 1991 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, the 15th-seeded Richmond Spiders pulled off a stunning upset by defeating the 2nd-seeded Syracuse Orange in the round of 64.

Richmond won the game 73-69 in a closely contested matchup. The Spiders were led by their star player, guard Kenny Wood, who had a game-high 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 3 assists. Richmond also received strong contributions from forward Matt Fish, who had 16 points and 6 rebounds, and guard Curtis Blair, who added 14 points.

Defensively, Richmond played a solid game, holding Syracuse to just 39% shooting from the field and 20% from three-point range. The Spiders also forced Syracuse into 18 turnovers, which proved to be a critical factor in the outcome of the game.

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7. #15 Florida Gulf Coast over #2 Georgetown
  • Florida Gulf Coast 78 – Georgetown 68
  • March 22, 2013

In the 2013 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, the 15th-seeded Florida Gulf Coast Eagles pulled off a stunning upset by defeating the 2nd-seeded Georgetown Hoyas in the round of 64.

Florida Gulf Coast won the game 78-68 in a high-flying, fast-paced matchup. The Eagles were led by their high-flying offense, which was spearheaded by guard Sherwood Brown and forward Chase Fieler. Brown had a game-high 24 points and 9 rebounds, while Fieler added 13 points and 9 rebounds.

Defensively, Florida Gulf Coast played a solid game, holding Georgetown to just 38% shooting from the field and 21% from three-point range. The Eagles also forced Georgetown into 15 turnovers, which proved to be a critical factor in the outcome of the game.

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8. #15 Oral Roberts over #2 Ohio State
  • Oral Roberts 75 – Ohio State 72
  • March 19, 2021

In the 2021 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, the 15th-seeded Oral Roberts Golden Eagles pulled off a stunning upset by defeating the 2nd-seeded Ohio State Buckeyes in the first round.

The Golden Eagles were led by their star player, guard Max Abmas, who had a game-high 29 points and 5 assists. Oral Roberts also received strong contributions from forward Kevin Obanor, who had 30 points and 11 rebounds.

Defensively, Oral Roberts played a solid game, holding the Buckeyes to just 41% shooting from the field and 23% from three-point range. The Golden Eagles also forced Ohio State into 16 turnovers, which proved to be a critical factor in the outcome of the game.

Which of these biggest March Madness upsets was most memorable for you? Shoot us a message on Twitter @137pm and let us know your story of where you were watching some of these shocking results!

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Who are the Tallest NBA Players? Looking at the Biggest Current and All-Time Hoopers

LANDOVER, MD - CIRCA 1986: Michael Young #8 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots over Manute Bol #10 of the Washington Bullets during an NBA basketball game circa 1986 at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland. Bol played for the Bullets from 1985-88. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

Are you wondering who the tallest NBA players of all-time are? Let’s dive in to it!

There is no denying that the history of the NBA is built on the backs of their big men. When the game was first introduced to the world, people were mystified to see seven-foot tall giants sprinting around the court and dominating the rim.

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From old school bigs like Wilt Chamberlain and Bill Russell, to the more modern human skyscrapers like Shaquille O’Neal and Yao Ming, NBA fans can’t get enough of a great center. Once in a blue moon however, an athlete enters the NBA that towers over the rest.

Here is a look at the past and current tallest NBA players.

Tallest Active Players
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1. Tacko Fall – 7’6″
  • Years Active: 2019- 2022
  • Teams: Boston Celtics, Cleveland Cavaliers

Tacko Fall has been a national icon to sports fans since the Senegal native first stepped foot on a basketball court. While playing at UCF, clips of him blocking shots or throwing down dunks without even jumping would routinely go viral. He helped UCF make a run in the NCAA tournament before eventually falling to Duke.

Fall isn’t currently signed to an NBA team but is playing in China for the Xinjiang Flying Tigers.

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2. Sim Bhullar – 7’5″
  • Years Active: 2015
  • Team: Sacramento Kings

Sim Bhullar is another case of a player who received excess media attention throughout college for his large stature. Bhullar didn’t have a very extensive career in the NBA, but he did have a chance to play with the Sacramento Kings for a season. With his basket against the Utah Jazz, Bhullar became the first person of Indian descent to score in an NBA game.

Bhullar currently plays in the Taiwanese basketball league for the Tainan TSG GhostHawks.

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3. Boban Marjanović – 7’4″
  • Years Active: 2015- present
  • Teams: San Antonio Spurs, Detroit Pistons, Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets

There is maybe no big-man more loved in the NBA than the great Boban Marjanović. He first rose to fame for his hilarious tip-toe dunks – he is so tall he can simply just drop the ball into the net.

Another incredible aspect from Boban’s lore is his relationship with former teammate Tobias Harris. The two athletes created one of the NBA’s favorite bromances and still regularly interact with each other.

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4. Kristaps Porzingis – 7’3″
  • Years Active: 2015- present
  • Teams: New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards

Dubbed the ‘Unicorn’, when Kristaps Porzingis first entered the league he was looked at as the next great big-man. He could handle the ball, shoot from outside, defend the paint, and do just about everything in-between.

Injuries and other issues with the front office would lead Porzingis to work his way around the league. He has now found a home in Washington.

Tallest NBA Players Ever
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1. Gheorghe Muresan – 7’7″
  • Years Active: 1993- 2000
  • Teams: Washington Bullets, New Jersey Nets

No one in league history has towered over their opponents quite like Gheorghe Muresan. He was an anomaly in the NBA, standing at nearly 7’8″, he would routinely block shots and score at ease at the rim. He led the NBA in field goal percentage from 1996-1997 and even snagged the Most Improved Player award that same season.

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2. Manute Bol – 7’7″
  • Years Active: 1985- 1994
  • Teams: Washington Bullets, Golden State Warriors, Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat

In the lore of the NBA, Manute Bol sit’s on a very high pedestal. The stories from former players and coaches about Bol are second-to-none, and that’s because his history is a little uncertain.

When Bol was first brought to the United States to play basketball, he had no official birth certificate. Then Cleveland State coach Kevin Mackey reportedly made up a fake birthday for him, because even Bol didn’t know his own age. Some think that he may have been 50 years old playing in the NBA.

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3. Slavko Vraneš – 7’6″
  • Years Active: 2004
  • Teams: Portland Trailblazers

Now if the name Slavko Vraneš doens’t ring a bell, that’s for good reason. Vraneš is one of the best basketball players to come out of Montenegro and has a trophy case full of championships in various European leagues. However, he had a very short stint in the NBA, playing in a single game for the Portland Trailblazers in 2004. He attempted one shot and was issued a personal foul in his glorious 2 minutes and 45 seconds on an NBA floor.

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4. Shawn Bradley – 7’6″
  • Years Active: 1993- 2005
  • Teams: Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets, Dallas Mavericks

Shawn Bradley may sit as the fourth tallest retired player in NBA history, but if this list went by impact he surely would rank closer to the top. Bradley was a highly touted basketball prospect in high school, earning the McDonald’s All-American game MVP. He led the NCAA in blocks in 1991, and went on to lead the NBA in that same category in 1997.

Bradleys averages for his career were 8.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.5 blocks per game.

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5. Yao Ming – 7’6″
  • Years Active: 2002-2011
  • Teams: Houston Rockets

The great Yao Ming captured the hearts of NBA fans when the 7’6″ Chinese phenom was drafted first overall in 2002. Ming helped grow the NBA to newer heights and expand its market in China.

Ming has had so many incredible moments on the court and cemented himself as a legend for the Houston Rockets and the NBA. He was inducted to the Hall of Fame in 2016 alongside Shaquille O’Neal and Allen Iverson.

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Biggest Comeback In NCAA Basketball Championship

College Basketball: NCAA Finals: Kansas Ochai Agbaji victorious, cutting down net after defeating UNC at Caesars Superdome. New Orleans, LA 4/4/2022 CREDIT: Greg Nelson (Photo by Greg Nelson/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (Set Number: X164003 TK1)

Wondering who had the biggest comeback in NCAA basketball championship history? Let’s dive in to it!

March Madness has been a beloved American tradition for decades, and we all have fond memories of watching the tournament with family and friends. Every selection Sunday we eagerly fill out our brackets in the hopes of becoming the first person to craft a perfect bracket.

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One of the most fun aspects of March Madness is watching the intense crunch time at the end of games. March is jam-packed with buzzer beaters, game winning blocks, and everything in between. There have been some incredible rallies throughout the tournament’s history you’d have to see to believe.

Here are the biggest comebacks in NCAA basketball championship history.

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Kansas vs. UNC 2022 – 16 point comeback
  • Final Score: Kansas 72 UNC 69

There has been no bigger comeback in the NCAA championship game than the epic battle between Kansas and UNC in 2022. Both teams are considered ‘Blue Bloods” and have some of the biggest fanbases in all of basketball.

Kansas found themselves trailing by 15 at halftime and had a 10% chance of winning the game. They rallied in the second half to pull off the most miraculous comeback in championship history, ultimately defeating UNC by three points in one of the most memorable games in the history of the sport.

Notable Comebacks In Earlier Rounds of March Madness
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BYU vs. Iona 2012 – 25 point comeback
  • First Round
  • Final Score: 78-72

There is no single comeback in NCAA tournament history that trumps BYU’s epic win against IONA in the first round of 2012. That season, Iona had the top rated offense in the country and came out swinging. Their lead blossomed into a massive 25 point advantage that seemed insurmountable. However, BYU pulled off the impossible and currently claim the largest comeback in NCAA history. This could be a record that will stand the test of time.

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Duke vs. Maryland 2001 – 22 point comeback
  • Final Four
  • Finals Score: 95-84

There are few colleges in the country who are as menacing in March as the great Duke Blue Devils. They consistently are named as tournament favorites and have multiple National Championships to back it up.

In the 2001 Final Four, they found themselves with their back against the wall, down 22 points. They battled all game but still found themselves down 10 points with just minutes to go. However, they pulled off the near-impossible, erasing the deficit and winning the game by an 11 point margin.

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Nevada vs. Cincinnati 2018 – 22 point comeback
  • Round 2
  • Final Score: 75-73

Cody and Caleb Martin became National icons when the brothers suited up and helped Nevada win a handful of March Madness games. In 2018, they found themselves trailing by 22 in the second round of the tournament. However, Nevada rallied back and with just 9 seconds left nailed a go-ahead basket to solidify one of the greatest comebacks in NCAA history.

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Louisville vs. West Virginia 2005 – 20 point comeback
  • Regional Final
  • Final Score: 93-85

With Louisville down 13 points at halftime, their great coach Rick Pitino told his squad that he was sure they were going to come back. After the game, he admitted that he was lying. Motivational tactics aside, the Cardinals punched their ticket to the Final Four in this epic overtime game that was led by a cramping, exhausted Larry O’Bannon’s 24 points.

I really hope to see Louisville get back to being a contender every March because the tournament is just that much better when the Cards show up. They unfortunately lost in the National Semifinal to #1 seeded Illinois 72-57, falling just short of a National Title.

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How Does the NBA Play-In Tournament Work?

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Are you wondering what the NBA Play-In Tournament is? No worries… we have you covered!

The NBA’s landscape is changing, and it’s changing fast. Commissioner Adam Silver has made it well known that he’s not completely satisfied with how the NBA’s regular season and playoff format currently stands. There have been a number of attempts to shorten the length of the season and even add a mid-season tournament to the schedule.

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The biggest change to the league format that Adam Silver can take credit for is the new play-in tournament. First introduced in 2020, the play-in tournament gives teams on the bubble of making the playoffs an opportunity to sneak in.

Here is everything you need to know about the NBA Play-In Tournament.

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How Does The Play-In Work?

The NBA Play-In Tournament involves the teams that finish in the seventh through tenth positions in each conference. The seventh and eighth seeds play each other, with the winner securing the seventh seed for the playoffs. The ninth and tenth seeds also play each other, with the winner advancing to play the loser of the seventh/eighth seed game for the final playoff spot in their conference.

The play-in tournament consists of single elimination games, which means that teams only have one chance to win and advance to the playoffs. The tournament provides an exciting opportunity for teams to compete for a playoff spot that they may have otherwise missed out on.

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History of the Play In

In the two years since the NBA has switched to include the seventh through tenth seeds, there have been a number of upsets. More specifically, each year at least one nine seed has advanced and made it to the playoffs.

In the 2021 play in tournament, the first year the format we use today was introduced, the Memphis Grizzlies defeated the San Antonio Spurs to advance to the eight-seed game. They squared off against the Golden State Warriors in an intense game that went into overtime. The Grizzlies won 117-112, making them the first nine seed to make the playoffs.

In 2022, a ninth seed from both conferences advanced to the playoffs to claim the eight seed. In the West, the New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 105-101 to advance to the postsesason. In the East, the Atlanta Hawks upset a rising Cleveland Cavaliers team 107-101 to keep their playoff streak alive.

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2023 NBA Play-In Tournament Race

East:

Miami Heat #7 seed vs. Atlanta Hawks #8 seed

Toronto Raptors #9 seed vs. Washington Wizards #10 seed

As it stands in the East at the time of publishing this article, the four teams to make the play-in would be the Heat, Hawks, Raptors, and Wizards. The Brooklyn Nets currently sit as the #6 seed but have lost four straight since trading Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving, and I wouldn’t be shocked to see them fall out of the race entirely. If that happens, the Chicago Bulls would move into the play-in tournament.

West:

Dallas Mavericks #7 seed vs. Minnesota Timberwolves #8 seed

Utah Jazz #9 seed vs. New Orleans Pelicans #10 seed

In the West, the Mavericks, Timberwolves, Jazz, and Pelicans would make the play-in tournament if it began today. The Pelicans are very familiar with the play in tournament, as they won it in 2022 to claim the 8th seed. The Lakers currently sit at the #11 seed, making them the first team out. With LeBron James injured for a significant time, there is a good chance the Lakers miss the playoffs entirely this year.

There is still a good chunk of season left to play so it’s impossible to say for good who will be in this years play-in, but the contenders are starting to distance themselves. Could this be the first year we see a #10 seed claim the last spot in the playoffs? We’ll see!

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Popular Culture

Should I Be Laughing? The 25 Best Dark Comedies, Ranked

NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 16: Julianne Moore, Jeff Bridges and John Goodman attend "The Big Lebowski" Blu-ray release at the Hammerstein Ballroom on August 16, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Theo Wargo/WireImage)

A dark comedy is a genre of comedy that explores serious and sometimes taboo subjects such as death, illness, violence, and social issues, often in a satirical or ironic way. Dark comedies give us the chance to laugh at what is normally looked at as serious or harmful situations. Love em’ or hate em’, dark comedies give us a much needed escape from a very serious life.

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People love dark comedies for more than just the humor aspect. One reason is that dark humor can be a way of coping with difficult or uncomfortable situations. By laughing at something that is traditionally seen as serious or taboo, people can temporarily relieve the tension or anxiety that comes with confronting these issues. Dark comedies can also be a way of subverting societal norms and challenging conventional thinking. Here is our picks for the 25 best dark comedies.

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25.) Her – 2013
  • Directed by: Spike Jonze
  • IMDB Rating: 8.0/10

Spike Jonze is a master of the dark comedy, and earned his first Oscar for the Sci-Fi nightmare that gives us a glimpse into what dating in the world of AI might look like. We also get Joaquin Phoenix playing the shy and introverted Theodore Twombly, and he more than delivers on that role. Also cut Teddy some slack, if my AI sounded like Scarlett Johansson I might catch feelings too.

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24.) Whiplash – 2014
  • Directed by: Damien Chazelle
  • IMDB Rating: 8.5/10

Damien Chazelle truly burst onto the scene with his 2014 masterpiece Whiplash. Now, Whiplash isn’t a mainline dark comedy, but there are so many comedic undertones in this movie that are incredible to revisit. Every J.K. Simmons monologue will either leave you laughing hysterically or clutching the remote in fear.

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23.) This is the End – 2013
  • Directed by: Evan Goldberg / Seth Rogen
  • IMDB Rating: 6.6/10

When ‘This Is The End’ was first announced in 2012 fans went nuclear. The idea of some of the biggest comedy actors and writers getting together to play an embellished version of themselves in a post-apocalyptic Los Angeles is everything. That premise delivered and then some with one of the funniest movie’s maybe ever made. Every time I revisit this movie it somehow gets funnier.

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22.) Adaptation – 2002
  • Directed by: Spike Jonze
  • IMDB Rating: 7.7/10

I’m not even going to attempt to describe what this movie is about or what happens in it because it’s just that confusing. This movie put’s you right in the brain of Charlie Kaufman, one of the highest-touted writers in Hollywood. This movie has so many twist and turns and will leave you laughing hysterically the whole way through.

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21.) Jojo Rabbit – 2019
  • Directed by: Taika Waititi
  • IMDB Rating: 7.9/10

Taika Waititi has had an incredible run as a director and actor since 2014 with classics like What We Do In The Shadows, Thor Ragnarok, Free Guy, and the critically acclaimed Jojo Rabbit. Waititi plays a charcuterie version of Adolf Hitler, living in the mind of a young boy who’s grappling with the struggles of World War II. This is movie is not only hilarious, but impactful and poignant.

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20.) Seven Psychopaths – 2012
  • Directed by: Martin McDonagh
  • IMDB Rating: 7.1/10

Martin McDonagh has distances himself not only as an incredible dark comedy director, but one of the best directors period. His 2012 dark comedy Seven Psychopaths gives us maybe his most high-profile cast, and it delivers. Starring Colin Farrell, Sam Rockwell, Woody Harrelson, and Christopher Walken, the film follows a group of criminals who steal dogs and return them for cash rewards. I highly recommend giving this movie a shot because it will leave you laughing hysterically.

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19.) X – 2022
  • Directed by: Ti West
  • IMDB Rating: 6.6/10

The 2022 cult-classic ‘X’ is Texas Chainsaw Massacre meets Boogie Nights. X stands in the middle of the Ti West universe, with the prequel Pearl released in late 2022 and the final installment XXX set to hit theatre’s in 2023. This movie is dark, gory, and borderline gross at certain moments but a lot of this movie will leave you laughing and grateful you chose a different industry to pursue.

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18.) The Usual Suspects – 1995
  • Directed by: Bryan Singer
  • IMDB Rating: 8.5/10

The Usual Suspects is not only hilarious, but also will leave you scratching your head throughout the movie trying to figure out the answer. Literally from the second this movie opens you will be sucked in, as this delivers with line after line of memorable dialogue.

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17.) Glass Onion: A Knives Out Myster – 2022
  • Directed by: Rian Johnson
  • IMDB Rating: 7.2/10

Rian Johnson has made it clear he is a master of the who-dunnit film. His Knives Out universe is a smash-hit, with the sequel Glass Onion met with great fan and critical reception. Benoit Blanc played by Daniel Craig is the worlds best detective who is always two steps ahead of the bad-guy. Glass Onion definitely leans more into the comedy aspect but it’s still a great fleshed out plot with a number of twist and turns.

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16.) Once Upon A Time In Hollywood – 2019
  • Directed by: Quentin Tarantino
  • IMDB Rating: 7.6/10

Once Upon A Time In Hollywood answers the age old question: What if a lethal stunt man was at the scene of the Manson murders in 1969. Oh… you’ve never asked yourself that? Well, Quentin Tarantino has! Tarantino delivers another classic with Once Upon A Time and it is equally hilarious. Watching the dynamic between Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt’s character grow throughout the movie is pure cinema.

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15.) Full Metal Jacket – 1987
  • Directed by: Stanley Kubrick
  • IMDB Rating: 8.3/10

Stanley Kubrick tried his hand in almost every genre of film and exceeded beyond belief each time. His 1987 “Full Metal Jacket” is a harrowing and shocking retelling of what it was like for soldiers training and deploying for the Vietnam War. Without a doubt the most hilarious aspect of the movie is the verbal whipping that comes from their drill instructor, which was apparently all improvised.

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14.) Thank You For Smoking – 2005
  • Directed by: Jason Reitman
  • IMDB Rating: 7.5/10

Thank You For Smoking is a 2005 dark comedy that in my opinion never got the credit it deserved. The movie follows Nick Naylor, (played by Aaron Eckhart) who is a spokesman for big tobacco and lobbies on behalf of cigarette companies. This film is a poignant look at how some of the deadliest industries in America have become so prominent and seem like staples that will never be replaced.

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13.) In Bruges – 2008
  • Directed by: Martin McDonagh
  • IMDB Rating: 7.9/10

If there is one movie you have to watch after reading this list, it’s In Bruges. This 2008 dark comedy follows two hitmen who are posted in Bruges, Belgium as they await their next assignment. Little by little the stories of these characters begin to unravel and we get to see who they truly are. The last 20-30 minutes of this movie will leave you with you jaw on the ground. It is undoubtedly one of the best 20 minutes in all of cinema.

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12.) Sorry To Bother You – 2018
  • Directed by: Boots Riley
  • IMDB Rating: 6.9/10

Sorry To Bother You is a 2018 satirical dark comedy that is so out of pocket I’m not sure where to begin. The film follows Cassius Green (played by LaKeith Stanfield) who rises the ranks of a telemarketer company only to find the top is filled with unethical and immoral decisions. Green must make the choice between materialism or doing the right thing.

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11.) BlacKkKlansman – 2018
  • Directed by: Spike Lee
  • IMDB Rating: 7.5/10

BlacKkKlansman is a 2018 film directed by Spike Lee that chronicles the true story of Ron Stallworth, the first and presumably only African American to ever join the KKK. Stallworth was able to infiltrate the Klan by posing as a white man over the phone, before ultimately showing up to take a picture shaking the president of the KKK’s hand in person. There are so many great moments throughout this movie and it’s a poignant reminder of how far we’ve come and still have to come as a society.

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10.) Inglourious Basterds – 2009
  • Directed by: Quentin Tarantino
  • IMDB Rating: 8.3/10

This movie quite literally has everything you can ever want. It’s hilarious yet thrilling throughout, which is emphasized by it’s incredible cast. From Christoph Waltz to Melanie Laurent there is a number of star-studded performances that more than deliver. If you love Tarantino’s revisionist history and you somehow haven’t seen this movie… what are you doing?!?!

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9.) The Menu – 2022
  • Directed by: Mark Mylod
  • IMDB Rating: 7.2/10

Having Anna Taylor-Joy and Ralph Fiennes as the co-leads in this dark comedy should be more than enough to convince you to check it out. The Menu follows a number of dinner guests on a private island for a night of eating at the top rated culinary experience in the world. The head chef and staff of the restaurant have other plans however, and what ensues is pure dark comedy gold.

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8.) Shaun of the Dead – 2004
  • Directed by: Edgar Wright
  • IMDB Rating: 7.9/10

Shaun of the Dead gives us a hilarious parody of the horror classic Dawn of the Dead, which sees its protagonist combat a zombie outbreak by hunkering down in a mall. In the 2004 parody our main character decides to head to the pub instead of the mall during the zombie outbreak. Edgar Wright has distanced himself as one of the best comedy directors in the game and Shaun of the Dead is just one of many examples.

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7.) American Psycho – 2000
  • Directed by: Mary Harron
  • IMDB Rating: 7.6/10

American Psycho is the film adaptation of the 1991 novel written by Bret Ellis and follows Patrick Bateman who falls deeper and deeper into insanity as he attempts to reign in life as an investment banker. This film does an incredible job at satirizing consumerism and wealth inequality that still plagues the country today.

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6.) Barbarian – 2022
  • Directed by: Zach Cregger
  • IMDB Rating: 7.0/10

If there was any movie in 2022 that surprised me the most it was Barbarian. I challenge you not to look up anything about this movie or even watch a trailer before watching it, go in cold turkey. This film will leave you laughing and also gasping for air with the most outlandish and out of pocket twists you’ve ever seen.

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5.) Scream – 1996
  • Directed by: Wes Craven
  • IMDB Rating: 7.4/10

Wes Craven changed horror forever with his 1996 cult-classic Scream. Where most horror movies attempted to make their picture as frightening as possible, Craven would dig into these genre troupes with almost meta-like commentary. The movie also claimed it was “starring Drew Barrymore” only to have her killed off in the first 10 minutes and then throw a cast of somewhat n0-names at the time in front of us. Wes Craven was truly a pioneer.

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4.) The Wolf of Wall Street – 2013
  • Directed by: Martin Scorcese
  • IMDB Rating: 8.2/10

Oh boy, the cultural reset that Martin Scorceses 2013 classic Wolf of Wall Street had was indescribable. It was a smash-hit and even though the point of the movie seemed to fly over most peoples heads, the film still stands as a poignant reminder of how dangerous chasing money can be. There are so many hilarious breaks throughout this movie that you can’t help but laugh hysterically the whole way through.

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3.) Banshees Of Inisherin – 2022
  • Directed by: Martin McDonagh
  • IMDB Rating: 7.8/10

The Banshees of Inisherin is a simple tale of an Irishman simply not wanting to be friends anymore with his longtime acquaintance. Colin Farrell and Brendan Gleeson deliver gut-wrenchingly good performances that will leave you crying and laughing. I highly recommend checking this movie out before this years Oscars, as it’s nominated for a number of awards.

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2.) The Big Lebowski – 1998
  • Directed by: Coen Brothers
  • IMDB Rating: 8.1/10

There are few characters in cinema history as cool as ‘The Dude’. Starring Jeff Bridges, The Big Lebowski follows an amateur bowler who is looped into a crazy kidnapping-ransom between a millionaire and his estranged wife. This has one of the best ensemble cast’s in movie history and delivers every time I rewatch.

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1.) Dr. Strangelove or: How I learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb – 1964
  • Directed by: Stanley Kubrick
  • IMDB Rating: 8.4/10

Dr. Strangelove is the best dark comedy every crafted and there are a number of reasons. First, the realism of the stakes in this movie are harrowing. You’re dealing with the threat of total nuclear fallout all because of a simply misunderstanding, which was a very real possibility in the ’60s. Second, you have Peter Sellers playing three different characters with perfect timing and tone. Third, it’s directed by Stanley Kubrick for god’s sake. I mean if you aren’t already loading this movie up to watch it right now I don’t know what else to tell you.

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Magic In March: Lowest Seed to Win March Madness

UNITED STATES - APRIL 01: College Basketball: NCAA Final Four, Villanova team victorious after winning game vs Georgetown, Lexington, KY 4/1/1985 (Photo by Richard Mackson/Sports Illustrated via Getty Images) (SetNumber: X31325)

Are you wondering who was the lowest seed to win March Madness? Let’s get in to it!

March Madness is the pinnacle of collegiate hoops. The end of season tournament pits the 64 best basketball programs in the country against each other in single elimination style, resulting in iconic bracket busters and heart breaking buzzer beaters.

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Although we’ve seen some insane Cinderella storylines, only a few of these underdogs have been able to go the distance. Over 60% of all national champions have been a #1 seed, and only 4% of all champions have been a #4 seed or lower.

So who is the lowest seed to win March Madness? Here’s the complete list:

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5. University of Arizona – #4 seed
  • Year: 1997
  • Final Score: Arizona 84 – Kentucky 79

Despite finishing fifth in the Pac-12 during the regular season, the University of Arizona Wildcats ended the 1997 season as the #15 ranked team in the country.

Led by future NBA guards Mike Bibby and Jason Terry, the Wildcats made an incredible run to the NCAA finals against the #1 seeded University of Kentucky. The game ended regulation in a deadlock: 74-74. Both teams gave it their all in overtime, but the University of Arizona edged out Kentucky for the championship.

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4. Kansas – #6 seed
  • Year: 1988
  • Final Score: Kansas 83 – Oklahoma 79

Kansas had a magical run during the 1988 NCAA tournament that saw them complete multiple incredible upsets. They first faced off against #2 seeded Duke in the Final Four, defeating them 66-59.

They moved on to play an Oklahoma team in the finals that beat them twice in the regular season and was coming off a win over the #1 seeded University of Arizona. Danny Manning had an otherworldly performance, scoring 31 points and grabbing 18 rebounds en route to a National Championship.

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3. NC State – #6 seed
  • Year: 1983
  • Final Score: NC State 54 – Houston 52

There may be lower seeds to win March Madness, but there is no better Cinderella story than head coach Jimmy Valvano’s 1983 NC State Wolfpack. Valvano truly believed his team had what it takes to win it all, and he was proven correct. He even had his team practice cutting down the nets after every practice to get them in the mindset that they would eventually be doing it for real.

They squared off against quite possibly the most stacked college team we’ve ever seen, the #1 seeded University of Houston featuring future NBA Hall-of-Famers Hakeem Olajuwon and Clyde Drexler. After a back and forth game, Lorenzo Charles put a game winning dunk in with 1 second left to secure NC State the title.

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2. UCONN – #7 seed
  • Year: 2014
  • Final Score: UCONN 60 – Kentucky 54

Never count out the hungry Huskies… ever! After serving a post-season ban for academic infractions, UCONN entered March Madness as the #7 seed. They did have three players on their roster who won a National Championship in 2011; Shabazz Napier, Ryan Boatright, and Niels Giffey.

In the 2014 tournament UCONN was the higher ranked seed only in the first round and the National Championship, making them heavy underdogs throughout March. After taking down #1 seeded Florida they faced a similar cinderella story in #8 ranked Kentucky for the National Championship. UCONN handled their business and hoisted the trophy.

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1. Villanova – #8 seed
  • Year: 1985
  • Final Score: Villanova 66 – Georgetown 64

There is so many perfect things about the 1985 National Championship game. First, these teams were conference rivals, making this their third time playing each other. Second, Gerogetown was led by future hall-of-fame center Patrick Ewing. Finally, the game came right down to the wire and was only a one possession game.

There will probably never be a run quite like Villanova in 1985 because it was the perfect storm. The right pieces fell into place that gave them an opponent who they had scouted and practiced against. I’m not certain, but this may be an unbreakable record.

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Lifting Lord Stanley: Most Stanley Cups in NHL History

LAS VEGAS, NV - JUNE 07: Alex Ovechkin #8 of the Washington Capitals hoists the Stanley Cup after his team defeated the Vegas Golden Knights 4-3 in Game Five of the 2018 NHL Stanley Cup Final at T-Mobile Arena on June 7, 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Bruce Bennett/Getty Images)

Are you wondering which NHL team has hoisted the most Stanley Cups in NHL history? We have you covered!

Every professional sports league has a championship trophy with a distinct name. The NFL has the Lombardi trophy, the NBA the Larry O’Brien trophy, and even new leagues like MLP has the Pritchard Cup. However, no trophy is as distinct and iconic as the NHL’s Stanley Cup.

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The Stanley Cup is awarded annually to the winner of the NHL playoffs and is possibly the most sought after piece of hardware in sports. Here are the teams with the most stanley cups throughout the NHL’s robust history.

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1. Montreal Canadiens – 24 Stanley Cups
  • 1916, 1924, 1930, 1931, 1944, 1946, 1953, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1965, 1966, 1968, 1969, 1971, 1973, 1976, 1977, 1978, 1979, 1986, 1993

There is no team that has been as successful in the NHL’s illustrious history than the Montreal Canadiens. They hold the record for the most Stanley Cups won by a wide margin. Their first cup came in 1916 after defeating the Portland Rosebuds. Their most recent cup came at the end of the 1992-93 season when they dominated the Los Angeles Kings, taking the series in five games.

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2. Toronto Maple Leafs – 13 Stanley Cups
  • 1918, 1922, 1932, 1942, 1947, 1948, 1949, 1951, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1967

The Toronto Maple Leafs may rank second in Stanley Cups won, but it has been a rough few decades for the franchise. The team hasn’t won another Stanley Cup since 1967, giving them one of the longest championship droughts in hockey. The Leafs are defined by their dynasty run in the 40’s, winning three straight cups from 1947-1949.

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3. Detroit Red Wings – 11 Stanley Cups
  • 1936, 1937, 1943, 1950, 1952, 1954, 1955, 1997, 1998, 2002, 2008

The Detroit Red Wings have not only been one of the winningest teams in NHL history but they have given use some of the most iconic hockey players to put on skates. From Pavel Datsyuk to Steve Yzerman, the Red Wings are always cultivating superstars. Their most recent Stanley Cup came in 2008, defeating the Pittsburgh Penguins in a tight six-game series.

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4. Boston Bruins – 6 Stanley Cups
  • 1929, 1939, 1941, 1970, 1972, 2011

The city of Boston has distanced itself as maybe the greatest sports city in the United States. They have dominated in almost every sport, winning multiple World Series, NBA Finals, Super Bowls, and Stanley Cups. Their most recent Cup came in 2011 after an iconic seven game series against the Vancouver Canucks. The Bruins won game seven 4-0, lifting Lord Stanley’s Cup for the sixth time.

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5. Chicago Blackhawks – 6 Stanley Cups
  • 1934, 1938, 1961, 2010, 2013, 2015

There are few dynasties that rival the likes of the 2010 Blackhawks. Winning three Stanley Cups over a five year period is quite a feat in the modern NHL, and the Blackhawks own those bragging rights.

They were fueled by legendary winger Patrick Kane and Captain Jonathan Toews. Notably, they won the 2010 cup with an overtime goal in game 6 and won the 2013 Cup after scoring 2 goals in 17 seconds down the stretch in one of the most exciting championship endings of all-time.

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Teams with multiple Stanley Cups
  • Edmonton Oilers, Pittsburgh Penguins – 5
  • New York Islanders, New York Rangers – 4
  • Colorado Avalanche, New Jersey Devils, Tampa Bay Lightning – 3
  • Philadelphia Flyers, Los Angeles Kings – 2

Over the course of NHL history, 14 teams have won multiple Stanley Cups. The Oilers and Penguins have both won five respectively, with the Penguins most recent coming in 2017.

The New York/New Jersey market has seen total of eleven Cups, four each for the Rangers and Islanders and three for the team across the Hudson River, the New Jersey Devils. The Tampa Bay Lightning have been on fire of late, winning in 2003-04, and then back-to-back in 2019-20 and 2020-21.

The Flyers and Kings claiming two each, with the Kings Cups coming in the early 2010’s behind the exceptional goal keeping of Jonathan Quick.

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Teams With One Stanley Cup
  • Dallas Stars – 1999
  • St. Louis Blues – 2019
  • Calgary Flames – 1989
  • Anaheim Ducks – 2007

There are currently four teams in the NHL who have only won one Stanley Cup. The Flames won theirs in a six game series against the Montreal Canadiens in 1989. The most recent addition to the list is the St.Louis Blues who defeated the Boston Bruins in a tight seven game series in 2019.

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Teams That Have Never Won A Stanley Cup
  • Buffalo Sabres
  • Vancouver Canucks
  • San Jose Sharks
  • Florida Panthers
  • Arizona Coyotes
  • Nashville Predators
  • Winnipeg Jets
  • Minnesota Wild
  • Columbus Blue Jackets
  • Vegas Golden Knights
  • Ottawa Senators
  • Seattle Kraken

There are twelve NHL teams to have never lifted Lord Stanley’s Cup. The Seattle Kraken and Vegas Golden Knights were founded in 2017, so they still have some time to claim their first cup. Notably, the Knights made a cinderella run to a Stanley Cup Finals in 2018.

The Buffalo Sabres come in as the oldest franchise to have never claimed a Stanley Cup. Founded in 1970, the Sabres have gone 50+ years without claiming a Stanley Cup. They have reached the finals three times, with the most recent coming in 1999.

Shoot us a message on Twitter @137pm and let us know which team you think will be the next to hoist Lord Stanley’s cup !

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NBA All Star Game MVP: Who Had The Best All Star Game Ever?

LOS ANGELES, CA - FEBRUARY 20: Kobe Bryant #24 of the Western Conference All-Stars holds his MVP trophy presented by KIA after the 2011 NBA All-Star Game on February 20, 2011 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2011 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

Are you wondering of all the players fortunate enough to have won an NBA All Star Game MVP, who put up the best performance? We have you covered!

There is no better fan-fare filled weekend in professional sports than the NBA’s All-Star weekend. What has become a staple for the basketball world, each year for one weekend the best basketball players in the world gather to showcase their three point, dunking, dribbling, and overall abilities on the basketball court.

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The apex of the weekend is the full scale All-Star Game on Sunday where we get to see the best 5 on 5 in the world. There have been some incredible performances throughout the years that earned MVP honors.

Here are the best NBA All Star Game MVP performances.

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1. Magic Johnson – 1992

The basketball world was sent into absolute shock when Magic Johnson announced he was HIV positive in 1991 and would be stepping away from the game. Little was known about the disease and if Magic would be able to play again. However, he came back a year later to participate in the NBA All Star game where he scored 25 points and 9 assists en route to a win.

Johnson would go on to play in the Olympics for the “Dream Team” in Barcelona, Spain and staged a brief 32 game comeback with the Lakers in the 1995-96 season.

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2. Michael Jordan – 1988

Even before Michael Jordan had won his first NBA championship in 1991, the league feared him. His athleticism, explosiveness, and deadly competitiveness made him a terrifying opponent. In the 1988 All Star game Jordan scored 40 points in a 138-133 win over the West. Notably, Jordan was ball-hogging this game and asserting his dominance as the leagues best.

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3. Allen Iverson – 2001

2001 Allen Iverson always found a way to win. Whether it was the postseason or the All-Star Game, Iverson refused to quit.

The East trailed in the fourth quarter of this game by 19 points due to the glaring mismatches the West had in the paint. That didn’t matter to Iverson, as he scored 15 of his 25 points in the fourth in an incredible comeback win for the East.

Put some respect on AI’s name.

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4. Kobe Bryant – 2011

Whenever an NBA All Star is playing the big game in front of their home crowd, something special happens. We saw Anthony Davis break the single game scoring record in front of his former Pelicans fans just a few years back.

In 2011 there was a clear shift in the NBA’s landscape with LeBron James ready to take the league over. Kobe Bryant wasn’t ready to relinquish that honor, and made it known in the 2011 All Star game at Staples Center. Mamba scored 27 points on 14-26 shooting, grabbing 14 rebounds in the process.

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5. Isiah Thomas – 1986

What Isiah Thomas did in 1986 isn’t just incredible because of his individual performance, but it’s even crazier to look who he did against.

The West had an insanely stacked roster headlined by the Lakers big three of Magic, Kareem, and Worthy. The East trailed 128-121 with a mere 3:50 left in the game, but Thomas willed them back behind a 30 point, 10 assist performance to cement his All-Star Game legacy.

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Every Other All Star Game MVP

Kobe Bryant and Bob Pettit are tied with the most All-Star Game MVP’s with four each. Pettit and Russell Westbrook are the only players to have won the award in consecutive years.

Here is the full list of All Star game MVP’s:

1951: Ed Macauley – Boston Celtics

1952: Paul Arizin – Philadelphia Warriors

1953: George Mikan – Minneapolis Lakers

1954: Bob Cousy – Boston Celtics

1955: Bill Sharman – Boston Celtics

1956: Bob Pettit – St. Louis Hawks

1957: Bob Cousy – Boston Celtics

1958: Bob Pettit – St. Louis Hawks

1959: Elgin Baylor (Minneapolis Lakers) and Bob Pettit (St. Louis Hawks)

1960: Wilt Chamberlain – Philadelphia Warriors

1961: Oscar Robertson – Cincinnati Royals

1962: Bob Pettit – St. Louis Hawks

1963: Bill Russell – Boston Celtics

1964: Oscar Robertson – Cincinnati Royals

1965: Jerry Lucas – Cincinnati Royals

1966: Adrian Smith – Cincinnati Royals

1967: Rick Barry – San Francisco Warriors

1968: Hal Greer – Philadelphia 76er’s

1969: Oscar Robertson – Cincinnati Royals

1970: Willis Reed – New York Knicks

1971: Lenny Wilkens – Seattle Supersonics

1972: Jerry West – Los Angeles Lakers

1973: Dave Cowens – Boston Celtics

1974: Bob Lanier – Detroit Pistons

1975: Walt Frazier – New York Knicks

1976: Dave Bing – Washington Bullets

1977: Julius Erving – Philadelphia 76er’s

1978: Randy Smith – Buffalo Braves

1979: David Thompson – Denver Nuggets

1980: George Gervin – San Antonio Spurs

1981: Nate Archibald – Boston Celtics

1982: Larry Bird – Boston Celtics

1983: Julius Erving – Philadelphia 76er’s

1984: Isiah Thomas – Detroit Pistons

1985: Ralph Sampson – Houston Rockets

1986: Isiah Thomas – Detroit Pistons

1987: Tom Chambers – Seattle Supersonics

1988: Michael Jordan – Chicago Bulls

1989: Karl Malone – Utah Jazz

1990: Magic Johnson – Los Angeles Lakers

1991: Charles Barkley – Philadelphia 76er’s

1992: Magic Johnson – Los Angeles Lakers

1993: John Stockton and Karl Malone – Utah Jazz

1994: Scottie Pippen – Chicago Bulls

1995: Mitch Richmond – Sacramento Kings

1996: Michael Jordan – Chicago Bulls

1997: Glen Rice – Charllote Hornets

1998: Michael Jordan – Chicago Bulls

1999: N/A – lockout

2000: Shaquielle O’Neal (Los Angeles Lakers) and Tim Duncan (San Antonio Spurs)

2001: Allen Iverson – Philadelphia 76er’s

2002: Kobe Bryant – Los Angeles Lakers

2003: Kevin Garnett – Minnesota Timberwolves

2004: Shaquille O’Neal – Los Angeles Lakers

2005: Allen Iverson – Philadelphia 76er’s

2006: LeBron James – Cleveland Cavaliers

2007: Kobe Bryant – Los Angeles Lakers

2008: LeBron James – Cleveland Cavaliers

2009: Kobe Bryant (Los Angeles Lakers) and Shaquille O’Neal (Phoenix Suns)

2010: Dwyane Wade – Miami Heat

2011: Kobe Bryant – Los Angeles Lakers

2012: Kevin Durant – Oklahoma City Thunder

2013: Chris Paul – Los Angeles Clippers

2014: Kyrie Irving – Cleveland Cavaliers

2015: Russell Westbrook – Oklahoma City Thunder

2016: Russell Westbrook – Oklahoma City Thunder

2017: Anthony Davis – New Orleans Pelicans

2018: LeBron James – Cleveland Cavaliers

2019: Kevin Durant – Golden State Warriors

2020: Kawhi Leonard – Los Angeles Clippers

2021: Giannis Antetokounmpo – Milwaukee Bucks

2022: Stephen Curry – Golden State Warriors

Who do you think is going to win the 2023 NBA All Star Game MVP? Shoot us a message on Twitter @137pm and let us know!

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