Los Angeles Clippers star guard Chris Paul was seen before Saturday’s game wearing a WHOOP on his left wrist, and he’s among the numerous players on the team who use the device. Backcourt mate J.J. Redick became the latest Clippers player to speak of his use of WHOOP, the wearable device that analyzes strain, recovery and sleep. “I […]
HyperIce unveiled on Wednesday a digitally-connected wearable back device that is designed for athlete warm up and recovery. The new technology called Venom uses both heat and vibration to aid in loosening and relaxing sore muscles and joints. According to Founder Anthony Katz, since the launch of the company’s ice compression technology in 2012, athletes and […]
Twitter has long been the favored social media platform for breaking news, and yesterday’s DeAndre Jordan moratorium debacle could not be explained with any other platform. For those that missed it, the week-long NBA moratorium period ended last night at midnight, meaning that NBA teams could finally sign free agents, instead of merely negotiating with them. […]
In a competitive sport environment, it is critical for an athlete to be able to perform at their optimal level of performance. Especially at the elite level, the recovery process is essential in maintaining a healthy body and career longevity. Hyperice is a company committed to using tools and technology to help and enhance any […]
Ben McLemore and the Scaramento Kings have been heavy users of Google Glass during the 2013-14 NBA season. Google Glass has the potential to positively change the player-spectator relationship and expand the way the game of basketball is viewed. A view of the court from the perspective of fans, the mascot, trainers, announcers, or players offers the best insight into the action. From the eyes of a spectator as his drunken partner removes his shirt and shouts obscenities at the opposing team, to Reggie Miller and Kevin Harland joking about Craig Sager’s suit, to the entire team letting their star rookie lead the tunnel run, alone, there are endless possibilities of how Google Glass could increase the viewership of the...
