Isaacs Free Throws

On February 11, 2009, in Culture, Family, History, Premium, by Black Fives

As with any long-lived icon of sports, culture, and history, it is nearly impossible to encapsulate all of the thoughts and remembrances of people into one service, one article, one story, one comment. So, I will continue to share topics relating to John Isaacs from time to time, starting with these.

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When 93-Year-Old Trash-Talking Basketball Honorees Meet

On March 5, 2008, in Culture, History, Motivation, Premium, Relationships, by Black Fives

When 93-year-old James Henderson ran into soon-to-be 93-year-old John Isaacs last Friday in Falls Church, Virginia, the trash talking began instantly.

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Happy Birthday ‘Fats’ Jenkins (Is Hoops Hall of Fame Lazy? Asleep? Again?!)

On January 9, 2008, in History, Politics, Premium, Race, by Black Fives

He’s the most deserving of all possible pre-N.B.A. players for enshrinement in Springfield, for his accomplishments with the New York Renaissance Big Five.

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The Hidden Story: Rens Break Pre-NBA Color Barrier, 1948

On December 18, 2007, in Business, History, NBA, Premium, Race, by Black Fives

On December 19, 1948, the Harlem Rens made history by replacing the Detroit Vagabond Kings of the National Basketball League and debuting as the new Dayton Rens. But, was it a raw deal?

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