Pure Thoughts

Pat Summitt (1952-2016) was one of the greatest basketball coaches of the modern era. In her 38 years at the University of Tennessee, her Lady Vols won eight National Championships and her final 31 teams made the NCAA Tournament. Before she was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimers Disease in 2011, she did a series of interviews where she explained the secrets to her success. … [Read more...] about Pure Thoughts: Pat Summitt

Nancy Lieberman is one of truly unique basketball players of all time. Growing up in a tough neighborhood in Queens, as a teenager she took the subway to Harlem and played against the men at Rucker Park. Always in search of the best competition, she developed skills, mental toughness, and a competitive fire that burns as hot as ever. She was inducted into the Basketball Hall of … [Read more...] about Pure Thoughts: Nancy Lieberman

In the first episode of "Pure Thoughts," the late Hall of Famer Dennis Johnson tells us in his own words the secrets of his success. "DJ," who passed away in 2007 became a household name in the basketball world when he led the 1979 Seattle Sonics to the NBA Championship and was named the NBA Finals MVP. He would go on to win two more NBA Championships as a member of the 1984 … [Read more...] about Pure Thoughts: Dennis Johnson

“Pure Thoughts” is a new feature from Pure Hoops Media where basketball legends share what makes them tick. We will tap into our extensive audio archive and listen to these great players and coaches tell their own stories. Some have sadly passed away, but their words have been preserved and we will present them in upcoming episodes. In this trailer, Hall of Famer Dennis Johnson … [Read more...] about PURE THOUGHTS PREVIEW