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The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

The Student Newspaper of DePaul University

The DePaulia

"The Last Dance."

Dave Corzine reflects on time with Bulls, Jordan in the 1980s

Lawrence Kreymer, Editor in Chief May 14, 2020

The “Last Dance” documentary on ESPN, a 10-part series chronicling the Chicago Bulls’ last championship run in 1998, has given old and new basketball fans an inside look into the Bulls’ dynasty...

Once more, with feeling: a review of 'The Last Dance'

Once more, with feeling: a review of ‘The Last Dance’

Logan Peterson April 25, 2020

“The Last Dance” is a monumental piece of documentary filmmaking — a comprehensive look into one of our greatest sports teams, a searing examination of legacy and ego. There are eight episodes still...

Jennifer Hudson sings a tribute to former NBA All-Star Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna, who were killed in a helicopter crash Jan. 26, before the NBA All-Star basketball game Sunday, Feb. 16, 2020, in Chicago.

All-Star weekend, as expected, was about honoring Kobe

Associated Press February 17, 2020

It has become one of the NBA’s most revered traditions: On the morning of the NBA All-Star Game, the league pays tribute to retired players with what is called the Legends Brunch. It brings together...

In this May 13, 2001 file photo Los Angeles Lakers' Kobe Bryant reaches back for a rebound during the first half of game four of the Western Conference semifinals against the Sacramento Kings in Sacramento, Calif. Bryant, a five-time NBA champion and a two-time Olympic gold medalist, died in a helicopter crash in California on Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020. He was 41.

Kobe Bryant dies in helicopter crash

Associated Press January 26, 2020

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant, the 18-time NBA All-Star who won five championships and became one of the greatest basketball players of his generation during a 20-year career with the Los Angeles Lakers,...

NBA fans react to a preseason game in Shanghai, China.

OPINION: Despite presenting progressive image, NBA folded as soon as earnings were threatened

Nate Burleyson, Online Managing Editor October 14, 2019

A commissioner of a global game had to have seen this coming. Like David Stern before him, National Basketball Association (NBA) commissioner Adam Silver advocates for basketball’s ability to transcend...

Senior guard Max Strus exclaims after the final buzzer sealing the loss for DePaul Friday night at the McGrath-Phillips arena. The Demons received second place in the CBI tournament, with South Florida Bulls getting first place. Richard Bodee | The DePaulia

Strus signs tentative deal with Boston Celtics

Nate Burleyson, Online Managing Editor October 14, 2019

Former DePaul guard Max Strus signed a two-year deal with the Boston Celtics of the NBA on Sunday. Strus played two years at DePaul and averaged 20.1 points per game in his senior year. After his senior...

DePaul senior guard Max Strus drives past St John's guard Shamorie Ponds, who signed as an undrafted free agent with the Houston Rockets, during Sunday's game against St. John's at Wintrust Arena. Alexa Sandler | The DePaulia

DePaul senior guard Max Strus signs two-way contract with Celtics

Lawrence Kreymer, Editor in Chief June 21, 2019

By the conclusion of the 2019 NBA Draft on Thursday, 60 players heard their names called by Commissioner Adam Silver and Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatumn, but former DePaul guard Max Strus was not one of...

Brad Stevens is emerging as one of the brightest young basketball minds in the world as he takes the Celtics deep into the playoffs.

Where’s the love for Mr. Stevens?

Andrew Hattersley, Assistant Sports Editor May 21, 2018

For the second straight season, fans across the NBA are once again enjoying a surprise playoff run from the Boston Celtics to the Eastern Conference Finals, and this time the team has a chance to potentially...

Two players, Team Stephen's James Harden, left, from the Houston Rockets and Team LeBron's Andre Drummond form the Oklahoma City Thunder, go for a rebound in the second half of the NBA All-Star Game on Feb. 18. (Photo courtesy of AP Newsroom)

Defense wins championships, and now the NBA All Star game?

Brenden Welper, Contributing Writer February 26, 2018

The 67th edition of the NBA’s annual All-Star Game concluded the same way it began — in unfamiliar territory. Unlike the previous 66 contests, which pitted the Eastern Conference against the Western...

From “The Decision” to “The Return”: LeBron James comes home to Cleveland

From “The Decision” to “The Return”: LeBron James comes home to Cleveland

Zoe Krey July 13, 2014

There is definitely something to be said for the unifying power of sports. At a professional level our favorite athletes become a part of our family. We cheer for them, look up to them, and just about...

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The fight for ownership: NBA team owner speculation

Colin Sallee May 19, 2014

634,000,000. A gaudy number — one that evokes judgment from sports fans and citizens alike. This number, however, is incredibly significant to any avid NBA fan — seeing that it is the average...

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