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Isiah Thomas earns master`s degree

Former Detroit Pistons ‘Bad Boy’ Isiah Thomas continued to keep busy in school after a Hall of Fame playing career and multiple years as a basketball coach. Today, it paid off for him. Thomas graduated with a masters of education from the University of California at Berkeley, tweeting his cap and gown and retweeting congratulations to [...]

Isiah Thomas: Black Males, Athletes and Academic Achievement

College athletics, as it intersects with the educational and life outcomes of black male athletes, is in crisis. This crisis is evident in many ways, including the prevalence of once-aspiring professional black male athletes who end up with no degree, few job prospects, and used-up eligibility.

Isiah Thomas: Black Males, Athletes and Academic Achievement

College athletics, as it intersects with the educational and life outcomes of black male athletes, is in crisis. This crisis is evident in many ways, including the prevalence of once-aspiring professional black male athletes who end up with no degree, few job prospects, and used-up eligibility.

Durant continues to shine as a closer

Pondering Kevin Durant's latest big-time shot on the playoff stage, Lionel Hollins started listing a who's who of NBA greats from days gone by: Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Isiah Thomas, Sam Jones, John Havlicek, George Mikan, Bob Pettit.

New York Knicks Playoff Schedule 2013: TV Info and Predictions for First Round

It may have taken lean years of Isiah Thomas, Larry Brown and Mike D'Antoni driving them into the ground, but the New York Knicks officially returned to the Eastern Conference elite in 2012-13. In his first full season as head coach, Mike Woodson, who took over for D'Antoni midway through last season, led New York to a 54-28 record. Show More Summary

NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas to Host Talk Show (Exclusive)

"Unfinished Business," which debuts in June on Cinemoi, will focus on famous and regular people who have overcome huge obstacles to reach personal success. read more

Here's Richard Pitino's Minnesota Contract, Complete With A Limit On Private Jet Rides

Little Pitino has taken over for some pretty big names as he moves up the coaching ranks. First Isiah Thomas at FIU, and now Tubby Smith at Minnesota, where he was officially introduced today. Pitino has a six-year deal, and we've published his full and finalized contract below. Let's dive into the details. Read more...

FIU: New Beach Basketball Court is Pretty Radical, Dude

Florida International's athletic department hired Isiah Thomas and fired Mario Cristobal. Nonetheless, they may have outdone themselves with this beach court.

Podcast: A Neverending Feud

Since Isiah Thomas offered his thoughts on the LeBron vs. Jordan debate, the four-man weave also had to weigh in.

Isiah Thomas believes that LeBron James is better athlete than Michael Jordan - NBA Update

Isiah Thomas believes that LeBron James is better athlete than Michael Jordan - NBA Update LeBron James is making a quick dash towards greatness and that has initiated a lot of comparisons between him and the legendary Michael Jordan. Isiah Thomas has become the recent former player to draw the comparison. Show More Summary

Isiah Thomas discusses athletic ability of Michael Jordan and LeBron James

Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas said Tuesday that while the debate over whether LeBron James is a better basketball player than Michael Jordan is hardly settled, James is probably the better athlete. “They’re both great players, and they’re both great in their eras,” Thomas told “The Waddle & Silvy Show” on WMVP-AM 1000.  “In my era, [...]

Isiah Thomas: LeBron James Likely A Better Athlete Than Michael Jordan

Isiah Thomas is weighing in on the debate over where Michael Jordan stands in the all-time annals of the NBA, and Jordan’s frequent on-court rival said His Airness is likely behind LeBron James. Speaking to The Waddle & Silvy Show on ESPN radio, Thomas said the debate over LeBron vs. Jordan hinges on a few [...]Show More Summary

Isiah Thomas To Build Chicago Youth Basketball Leagues

Isiah Thomas Claims LeBron James Is More Athletic Than Michael Jordan

Over the past few weeks, there have been a lot of comparisons drawn between LeBron James and Michael Jordan. Hall of Fame point guard Isiah Thomas decided to chime in and add another on Tuesday. According to ESPN Chicago, the formerShow More Summary

Magic Johnson And Isiah Thomas Reconcile

Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas are friends again. The two NBA legends haven’t been too friendly to each other over the years due to some hateful rumors that floated around at the end of Johnson’s career. According to the Chicago Tribune, Magic believed that Isiah started to question his sexuality after he was diagnosed with [...]Show More Summary

Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas Squashed Their Beef and Are Friends Again

7 Reasons New York Knicks' Torrid Start Isn't a Mirage

The New York Knicks are here to stay as a genuine NBA contender. Two years ago, Amar'e Stoudemire, a new hope for a downtrodden organization that suffered through years of Stephon Marbury, Eddy Curry and Isiah Thomas, declared upon his arrival that “The Knicks are back.” He jumped the gun. Show More Summary

NY Knicks Went from Chemistry Laughingstock to NBA's Shining Example

For most of last season, the Knicks looked like a team that would make infamous former GM and head coach Isiah Thomas cringe. Carmelo Anthony wasn't fitting into coach Mike D'Antoni 's run-and-gun system, and the Knicks appeared bound for another disappointing season despite having both Anthony and Amar'e Stoudemire on the roster. Show More Summary

Isiah Thomas Becomes NBATV Analyst

Say what you will about Isiah Thomas, but the man knows how to keep finding basketball gigs. His next landing spot is NBATV, where he will be an analyst. Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas will join NBA TV as a studio analyst, making his debut Friday, Dec. 21, during the network’s AutoTrader.com Pre-Game Show at [...]

Isiah Thomas Becomes an NBATV Analyst