In the 1994 NBA Draft, Dallas took a young point guard from California University by the name of Jason Kidd. Since entering the NBA, Kidd has become a difference maker on every team he's played for by being the coach on the court and redefining the point guard position.

Kidd has played in 10 All-Star games while on three different teams (Dallas, Phoenix, and New Jersey), as well as five NBA All First Team selections. While Kidd has dominated on the floor, he seems to draw attention to himself off the floor as well.

Randy Zellea of Back Sports Page recently spoke with Kidd about his storied NBA career as he opened up about some of his former teammates.

Tucked in the shadows of the Texas State Fair grounds, quietly standing firm as the concert next door blasts Zac Brown Band, in a gym the size of most NBA training rooms, NBA players got back to the only thing they truly ever wanted to do...

They played basketball.

The exact damage of the NBA lockout will never truly be known, but for one night in south Dallas, it could be seen.

When the New York Knicks signed Tyson Chandler this past offseason, they knew they were getting a multi-dimensional talent. Despite criticism about paying top dollar for a veteran who has only averaged over 10 points per game twice in his career, Knicks General Manager Glen Grunwald knew that what Chandler could bring to the table—rebounding, shot-blocking and intangibles—would be what could separate the team from the pack to become legitimate championship contenders. What his former teammates and coaches know, and what Knicks fans will soon find out, is that his commitment to being a leader is also discernible off the court. It’s no surprise that Chandler’s contributions to the community are as well-rounded as his basketball skills.

Newark, New Jersey is not the easiest place in which to grow up. For years, New Jersey’s largest city has struggled against drugs, gun violence and theft. Kids are often faced with pressures from the street before they can solve an algebra problem. But to Randy Foye, it’s the place he calls home. And he is doing everything he can to make it a better home for the next generation.

Watching Dwight Howard on the basketball court provides basketball fans with everything they could ever want: hustle, intensity, overwhelming power and moves worthy of a SportsCenter highlight reel. Since Howard entered the league out of high school in 2004, he has been dominating the paint. His impressive resume includes averaging a double-double, winning an Olympic gold medal, being selected as an All-Star five times and being voted NBA Defensive Player of the Year an unprecedented three seasons in a row (2009-2011).

When we think of Western Conference NBA basketball our mind is drawn to high scores and a fast-paced style of play.  That is the style former NBA All-Star Tom Chambers was built for.  Chambers grew up as a promising 6-foot-2-inch guard out of Colorado.  Then, in between sophomore and junior year of high school, Chambers grew seven inches.  All of the sudden, he had the ability to play the game as a guard, with good handling and shooting skills, but at the size of most NBA power forwards.  It was a unique combination that led him to a productive career at the University of Utah and later to the NBA.

With Iverson's floor presence, Shaq's wit, LeBron's confidence, Wade's humility, Magic's smile, and Nash's game, Brandon Jennings has fans screaming “Fear The Deer!” Except for Cleve and Toronto, no team in the Eastern Conference had as big a drop in victories this year than the Milwaukee Bucks.  Back Sports Page had exclusive access to Brandon Jennings during the second half of this season, as the “Young Buck” tried to carry his team to another playoff berth.  BSP first caught up with Jennings during All Star Weekend. Who says you can’t go home again? Before becoming an NBA rising star, Brandon Jennings built his basketball foundation on the Gardena, California pavement.

Gary Payton once said you should call Jason Kidd "Ason Kidd" because he has no "J". For more than a decade, the scouting report said to ignore Kidd on the three-point arc. Let him fling away. Turn a passer into a shooter, as the NBA saying goes. Those days are long gone.  When it comes to three-pointers made in NBA history, Kidd is the third best.

Once again, Jason Kidd finds himself in the midst of a “championship or bust” playoff push. Back Sports Page sat down with the Maverick’s floor general to get a rare view through his eyes.

In a league where you must be removed one year from your High School graduation, getting attention in the most recognizable Basketball organization in the world is difficult. Drazen Petrovic, Dirk Nowitzki, Peja Stojokiovic are just a few of the international names that have made it big in the NBA and American Basketball.

Courtney Lee had an amazing rookie season, which was capped off with a trip to the NBA Finals. On draft night, Lee was traded to the Nets with mixed emotions. Now part of the young core of Nets players, Lee is ready to show the Magic what they are losing. Randy Zellea caught up with Lee to talk about his career, the trade, and his passion for NBA 2K10.

Jalen Rose has always been ahead of the curve. After a brilliant college and solid professional career, Rose has succeeded in a variety of ventures, both professional and philanthropic.Currently a successful NBA analyst for ESPN, Rose reminisced about his college and pro careers, his transition into media, and a multitude of other topics.

When you think of the legends of the New York City playgrounds, one of the most famous names is Kenny Anderson. From the first time he picked up a basketball, Kenny was groomed to be a star.

After a high-profile high school career, Kenny became a standout at Georgia
Tech with fellow future NBA player Dennis Scott. After a short stint in
college, Kenny took his

This is Part Two of our exclusive interview with former NBA Point Guard Kenny Anderson. Kenny took the opportunity to talk about his projects post-NBA, his next steps, what made him change his ways, and where he sees himself down the road.

The bright lights of New York City and the mecca of basketball, Madison Square Garden: Does it sound intimidating? It wasn’t to former Knicks guard John Starks. After not being drafted, John Starks spent six seasons with the New York Knicks, becoming an All-Star and a fan favorite.

With legendary battles with Michael Jordan and Reggie Miller, Starks became known as a dangerous threat on both sides of the court. His skills of the game were matched by his passion, as was shown in the famous “Dunk” on Jordan during the 1993 playoffs.