Wednesday Notes for October 16th, 2024
The October 16, 2024 edition of Uristocrat Notes covers cultural highlights, discusses major NFL trades affecting fantasy football and upcoming sneaker releases like the Air Jordan 4 "Orchid."
This is an edition of Uristocrat Notes, a newsletter that explores what we are reading as it relates to cultural stories of the day.
Culture
Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson want to bring ‘All the Smoke’ to your bookshelf
Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson want to bring ‘All the Smoke’ to your bookshelf
Former NBA players’ new coffee table book collects their hit podcast’s greatest moments
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NBA Rank 2024: A giant leap for Wemby headlines our new top 50
NBA Rank 2024: A giant leap for Wemby headlines our new top 50
NBA Rank 2024 continues! See which top players just missed the top 10, and who made the biggest leaps this season.
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Top NFL Trades Impacting Fantasy Football in 2024
Top NFL Trades Impacting Fantasy Football in 2024
The 2024 NFL trade season has seen big moves with major fantasy impacts. Davante Adams joins the Jets, boosting his WR1 value, while Amari Cooper lands in Buffalo as a strong WR2 option. Cam Akers adds depth to Minnesota’s backfield, offering RB2 potential depending on usage.
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How are NBA GMs and execs trying to build teams and compete in the parity era?
Spike Lee takes his place as a superfan in the Basketball Hall of Fame
As film director Spike Lee autographed a green Jayson Tatum jersey for a young Boston Celtics fan, the renowned New York Knicks superfan asked him, “How come he [Tatum] didn’t play during the Olympics? Why did he sit?”
Without skipping a beat, the youngster asked Lee, “Why weren’t there any Knicks playing during the Olympics?”
Spike Lee takes his place as a superfan in the Basketball Hall of Fame
SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – As film director Spike Lee autographed a green Jayson Tatum jersey for a young Boston Celtics fan, the renowned New York Knicks superfan as…
Marc J. Spears
Sneakers
Air Jordan 4 WMNS "Orchid"
Air Jordan 4 WMNS “Orchid”
The Air Jordan 4 WMNS “Orchid,” dropping October 26, 2024, is a must-cop with its pastel orchid suede upper and neutral grey accents, retailing at $215. Available via Nike SNKRS and select retailers.
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Nike Giannis Freak 6 "Halloween" Release
Nike Giannis Freak 6 “Halloween” Release
The Nike Giannis Freak 6 “Halloween” edition, releasing on October 21, 2024, brings festive vibes with a bold orange colorway and signature details. Built for on-court performance and collectors alike, it’s priced at $140 for men’s sizes and $105 for GS.
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Kobe 5 Protro “X-Ray” Release Overview
Kobe 5 Protro “X-Ray” Release Overview
he Kobe 5 Protro “X-Ray” is a bold, anatomical-inspired take on Kobe Bryant’s iconic signature sneaker line.
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