Kicks Through the Lens (Week 2 of Playoffs)

Kicks Through the Lens (Week 2 of Playoffs)

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by | Sep 1, 2020 | Featured, NBA, Sneakers

It was moving week for a lot of teams in the NBA bubble. Some teams advanced to their respective conference semi-finals and some were sent home. The Trail Blazers put forth a valiant effort despite not having their star player, but the Lakers would easily win the series 4-1. Carmelo Anthony had a very impressive series, let alone an impressive comeback season altogether. One can only hope that we get to see more of his older Jordan Melo P.E.’s next season in 2020-21. The Utah Jazz and Denver Nuggets are headed towards a game 7 in their first round matchup. This Utah/Denver series has, in more ways than one, turned into the Donovan Mitchell and Jamal Murray show.

In terms of making a statement with their footwear, Jamal Murray’s Adidas shoes made quite an impact. The Nuggets star sported a pair of Pro Models honoring both George Floyd and Breonna Taylor. P.J. Tucker has stated that he might not be buying shoes for a while after the NBA fined him $25,000 for his altercation during the OKC series. It’s just hard to imagine what “a while” means for Tucker when it comes to buying shoes. The late Kobe Bryant was also honored early last week by players across all brands. Lastly, Paul George may have gotten his groove back, but why not in the PG 4’s?

 

 

15. Nike Air Go LWP “Orlando” – P.J. Tucker

 

           

 

 

14. Adidas D.O.N. Issue #2 P.E. – Donovan Mitchell

 

     

 

 

13. Nike LeBron XVII “Air Command Force” (Alternate) P.E. – LeBron James

 

     

 

 

12. Jordan XXXIV “Guo Ailun Pop Art” – Carmelo Anthony

 

     

 

 

11. Nike LeBron VII “Fairfax P.E.” – LeBron James

 

     

 

 

10. Jordan CP3.XII (Lincoln University) Custom – Chris Paul

 

     

 

 

9. Nike Kobe 5 Protro P.E. – Kyle Korver

 

     

 

 

8. Adidas D.O.N. Issue #2 P.E. – Donovan Mitchell

 

     

 

 

7. Nike PG 2 “The Academy” – Paul George

 

     

 

 

6. Jordan Why Not Zer0.3 P.E. – Russell Westbrook

 

     

 

 

5. Adidas Pro Model 2G Custom – Jamal Murray

 

           

 

 

4. Nike LeBron VII P.E. – LeBron James

 

     

 

 

3. Adidas Harden Vol. 4 P.E. (Kobe Tribute) – James Harden

 

                 

 

 

2. Nike Kobe 5 Protro P.E. – Anthony Davis

 

           

 

 

1. Nike Kobe 1 x Stash – P.J. Tucker

 

           

 

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CP3’s Clutch 15 PT 4th Quarter Leads OKC Thunder To Game 7 (104-100)

CP3’s Clutch 15 PT 4th Quarter Leads OKC Thunder To Game 7 (104-100)

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by | Sep 1, 2020 | Featured, NBA

 

The Oklahoma City Thunder came into this game tonight knowing it was Win or Go Home. Apparently Chris Paul didn’t get the Go Home message as he came out ready to force Game 7. Charles Barkley said “He’s The Best Leader In The NBA” and tonight he proved that once again. This was truly a game of runs as the Thunder and Rockets were hitting each other with their best shots. It just so happened to be the OKC Thunder that finished the game off in excellent fashion. Tonight the Thunder were able to defend James Harden as a collective group without fouling and Lugentz Dort was a huge part of that. Last game Dort struggled from the field but tonight he had 13 huge points that helped OKC in this game. When Dort was left open he attacked the rim and forced Houston to play defense. Late in the game, Dort showed off his confidence in his offense hitting back to back 3 pointers after Chris Paul told him to keep shooting.

 

This OKC team is full of players that continue to contribute at a high level in big moments.  The big moment just so happened to be the 4th quarter in this tight game as it was CP3 time. Chris Paul finished the 4th quarter with 15 points and was able to hit a clutch shot time and time again. One of the things that OKC did down the stretch was they had Houston switch and put Covington on an island by himself against Paul. In that switch, CP3 was able to get to his spot and cook Covington with step-back 3 pointers and tough mid-range jumpers. Chris Paul willed the Thunder to victory in this game and carried OKC on his back it was as simple as that. On the night Paul finished with 28 points and put on a shooting display letting people know why he’s the highest clutch time scorer in the NBA this season.

 

 

Chris Paul didn’t just do it by himself tonight he got help from Danilo Gallinari who finished with 25 points on the night was able to execute on his matchup. When Gallinari’s hitting his shots like he did tonight the Thunder are usually in cruise control to the finish. This game was a lot tighter than OKC would have wanted but to see Gallinari get back into a shooting rhythm was a great sign heading into Game 7. Overall the Thunder played a great game and had 5 players in double figures tonight against Houston. If the Thunder can continue to get this type of output from the second unit in Game 7 it should be a great one. Chris Paul was in a zone tonight and if he can stay in that zone during Game 7 Houston might have a problem.

 

 

The Rockets played a really good game as well tonight against OKC but it came down to turnovers. In crucial moments in the game, Houston made some bad decisions or just missed one of their players on a play. Russell Westbrook took the blame for some of the turnovers as he finished with 17 points and 7 turnovers but don’t expect to see that type of performance from the Brodie in Game 7. Westbrook will bounce back and do better just like the whole Rockets team is expected too. James Harden finished the game with 32 points and was able to get anything he wanted from the field. If the other Rockets role players were hitting shots that they did in Game 5 this would have been a different outcome. Russell Westbrook’s still going to be on a minute restriction and he still has to get back after his injury. So look for Westbrook and Harden to come out very aggressive as they don’t want to lose to OKC in Game 7 on Wednesday.

 

 

 

 

 

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GOD’s Got Big Sean Working Harder Then His Demons

GOD’s Got Big Sean Working Harder Then His Demons

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by | Sep 1, 2020 | Celebs, Featured

Last week, Big Sean teased his Lil Wayne collaboration “Don Life” following a release of his collaboration with Nipsey Hussle on “Deep Reverence.”

In just five days Sean will bedropping Detroit 2, before it’s release fans are giving one more sample of what to expect on this album with new song and accompanying video “Harder Than My Demons.”

This Mike WiLL Made-It and DJ Khalil-produced track, features a standout church choir sample with uptempo drums throughout, pushing Sean to rap double-time. As he reflects on his evolution and faith, while Justin Bieber makes an uncredited vocal cameo at the end.

In the powerful video, transitions from shots in an old church to burning nooses and baptism scenes. Along with children wearing angel wings, but viewers watch a majority of the video from a low angle shot, where the subject appear above us.

Sean’s opening verse deals with his personal health (even though it might tread into anti-vaxxer territory). Also shares his thoughts on vaccinations (“No sir, I don’t even do flu shots”) and brushes off his haters. “But I gotta thank God though / ‘Cause he got me working harder than my demons.”

Detroit 2 arrives Friday, marking the sequel or follow-up to his initial Detroit mixtape released over eight years ago.

“When I was making Detroit 2, I felt like I was returning to my roots but with a stronger foundation. The music reminded me of the Detroit mixtape while I was making it,” he told New Yorkmagazine. “But I think people will be able to relate to [the album] wherever they’re from. Detroit is an inclusive city. A lot of people haven’t been, but Detroit is fun, man. That shit is the best. It ain’t bougie. It ain’t Hollywood. We real people from there.”

It’s been over three years since Sean’s last solo album, I Decided, but don’t worry, it will not take that long for a follow-up to Detroit 2. Sean said this album has inspired to keep going so expect more to be on the way. Until then check out the video below.

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