Off-Court Artistry: Panini America Tests the Illustrative Skill of Young NBA Superstars

Late last summer during the 2012 Rookie Transition Program and 2012 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot, respectively, Panini America officials asked several of the most talented young stars in the league to show off their artistic talents by handcrafting their best off-the-cuff sketches. Presented below is an art gallery of sorts showcasing just some of our favorites. From the uplifting sentiments shared by 2012 NBA Rookie…

Panini America Asks: 'Who Drew?' ID these NBA Sketch Artists for a Chance to Win

Late last summer during the 2012 Rookie Transition Program and 2012 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot, respectively, Panini America officials asked several of the most talented young stars in the league to show off their artistic talents by handcrafting their best off-the-cuff sketches. Presented below is an art gallery of sorts showcasing just some of our favorites. One thing you'll notice…

Video & Gallery: Panini America’s 2012 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot “VNR” (Part 2)

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-3XknUhsZME&w=600&h=338] Every year in conjunction with the NBA Rookie Photo Shoot, Panini America officials work closely with the future NBA stars in attendance to produce a comprehensive Video News Release (or “VNR” as it’s known in mainstream media circles) chronicling the day’s events. Tuesday’s jam-packed 2012 edition was no different. Following a day full of filming exclusive interviews, trick shots and even a few funny vocal…

Video & Gallery: Panini America’s 2012 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot “VNR” (Part 1)

[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kST8yRBeFn0&w=600&h=338] Every year in conjunction with the NBA Rookie Photo Shoot, Panini America officials work closely with the future NBA stars in attendance to produce a comprehensive Video News Release (or “VNR” as it’s known in mainstream media circles) chronicling the day’s events. Tuesday's jam-packed 2012 edition was no different. Following a day full of filming exclusive interviews, trick shots and…

Panini America On Location: Sweet Scenes from the 2012 NBA Rookie Photo Shoot

TARRYTOWN, N.Y. -- Hoops hysteria struck the New York Knicks' practice facility in Tarrytown, N.Y., yesterday. Such is the case when the Panini America NBA Rookie Photo Shoot comes to town. After a one-year hiatus, the one-day basketball extravaganza returned in grand style as 39 of the most promising rookies from the 2012 NBA Draft filled both courts in the gym…