Dime Magazine

NO73 2013

Dime is the premier basketball magazine, covering the NBA, NCAA, High School, Playground and International basketball - as well as sneakers, fashion and music.

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Contents Issue #73 May 2013 34 THE NEXT EPISODE Jamal Crawford is one of the top specialists in NBA history. We spoke to the super sub about the role he plays for a legitimate NBA championship contender. 38 THE GIFT Tey say the good guys fnish last. Murphy Holloway didn't transfer from Ole Miss to South Carolina and back again for selfsh reasons, and for once, everything worked out for the Ole Miss senior forward. Te Rebels are reaping the benefts. 42 THE PEOPLE'S CHAMPION Sure, Tyrone "Muggsy" Bogues gained fame and popularity because at 5-3, he was the smallest player to ever suit up in the NBA. But even today, he casts a large shadow as one of the most memorable players of the 1990s because he played a frenetic style that became a trademark of one of the most underrated teams of that era. 48 KOBE BRYANT'S 10 MOST BAD ASS QUOTES THIS SEASON In the twilight of his NBA career, Kobe Bryant is well beyond watching what he says. Te Mamba is speaking his mind this season to anyone who will listen. Pray you're not in his crosshairs. 54 KEVIN DURANT & THE SEASON'S TOP 5 MVP CANDIDATES A handful of future NBA Hall of Famers are putting together historic seasons. When the dust settles, which superstar will be holding the MVP trophy? 60 KYRIE IRVING & THE NBA'S TOP 10 SHOWSTOPPERS Whether you have access to League Pass or can only watch the games on cable TV, there are always a few players that you plan your schedule around. In this era of on-demand viewing, to be an appointment-viewing player may be the ultimate compliment. Tese 10 ft that bill as the ultimate NBA showstoppers of the season's frst half. 64 JAMES HARDEN & THE 5 PLAYERS WHO MADE "THE LEAP" THIS SEASON Every NBA season brings fresh blood and improved players, but only a select few make "Te Leap." It's the moment we all dream about as kids – when you go from being just another name to the main attraction. Tis season, many players have a shot at the Most Improved Player award, but only a few have truly arrived. Only fve made "Te Leap." 68 RED BULL KING OF THE ROCK Tis September, 64 players from around the world met on Alcatraz Island to compete in the ultimate 1-on-1 tournament. At the end, a legend was the only one left standing. 64 James Harden 12 Photo. Skullcandy

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