Basketball 101

Milwaukee Bucks 1970–1971 : Year Zero
Milwaukee, 1971. One season, one domination. The Bucks clinch their first championship ring. Lew Alcindor and Oscar Robertson at their…

Top 10 favorites for March Madness 2026
68 teams, 67 games, 3 weeks of knockout competition between the best prospects in the world of basketball, with a…

Bob Pettit : The Bomber from Baton Rouge
Some nicknames are more memorable than others, and Bob Pettit’s is one we really like at Paris Basket. But the…

CELTICS 1986 : The height of dominance
The NBA is a land of dynasties, but some teams transcend mere success to achieve greatness. The Boston Celtics of…

Walt Frazier : When the Garden Was Eden
Walt Frazier is not just a point guard. He is an era. Nicknamed “Clyde” for his style of dress, reminiscent…

Top 10 NBA Draft 2026
A true bridge between NBA seasons, the Draft constantly brings us surprises, both good and bad, that are more or…

Basketball glossary : Franchise Player
Every great team has its pillar, its figurehead, the one whose name is on everyone’s lips. In the ruthless world…

George Mikan : The Prototype of Domination
George Mikan is not just a name on a plaque. He is the starting point of interior dominance. The prototype…

The 10 best young players in the NBA
The NBA is a bottomless treasure trove of diamonds. Every time the supply of gems seems to run out, new…

Basketball glossary : Tanking
Here at Paris Basketball, we play to win. Every possession counts. In the NBA ? It’s a different story. Sometimes…

Elgin Baylor : The Uncrowned King
Elgin Baylor is not just a star. He is a founding legend. The first athletic forward in NBA history. A…

Top 10 greatest achievements in French basketball of all time
French basketball fans distinguish themselves from one another by their particular fondness for a club or franchise. While most follow…



