Muggens Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 Boston Celtics: Bill Simmons Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smith03 Posted June 19, 2014 Share Posted June 19, 2014 well it was a joke, but it would put Minneapolis basketball history together. Just say NO to gray facemasks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DS729 Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Well it was a joke, but it would put Minneapolis basketball history together. something up in the rafters.FYP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OaklandIsBack Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Boston Celtics- Bill RussellBrooklyn Nets- Deron WilliamsNew York Knicks- Bernard KingPhiladelphia 76ers- Julius ErvingToronto Raptors- Vince CarterChicago Bulls- Michael JordanCleveland Cavaliers- LeBron JamesDetroit Pistons- Isiah ThomasIndiana Pacers- Reggie MillerMilwaukee Bucks- Kareem Abdul-JabbarAtlanta Hawks- Dominique WilkinsCharlotte Hornets- Al JeffersonMiami Heat- Alonzo MourningOrlando Magic- Dwight HowardWashington Wizards- Gilbert ArenasDallas Mavericks- Dirk NowitzkiHouston Rockets- Hakeem OlajuwonMemphis Grizzlies- Zach RandolphNew Orleans Pelicans- Anthony DavisSan Antonio Spurs- Tim DuncanDenver Nuggets- Alex EnglishMinnesota Timberwolves- Kevin GarnettOklahoma City Thunder- Kevin DurantPortland Trail Blazers- Clyde DrexlerUtah Jazz- Karl MaloneGolden State Warriors- Rick BarryLos Angeles Clippers- Chris PaulLos Angeles Lakers- Magic JohnsonPhoenix Suns- Steve NashSacramento Kings- Chris Webber Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
See Red Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 These things are too hard to do because there's a lot of teams with a lot of history and the answer might be different based on what generation you're asking.For example, Sixers. I think that unquestionably it is Dr. J. He has elite status among the all timers. However, there are some that would say Wilt Chamberlain, even though he's more known for the Phila Warriors than Sixers. There are also some who might say Charles Barkley, because the microscope focused on him once Doc retired. Dr. J for me too. Without knowing how many years he spent with any one particular team, I picture Barkley as much as a Sun as I do a 76er. Younger people might even say Iverson.As far as Charlotte goes, I say Muggsy. I don't think it could be Chris Paul since he's actively spending a chunk of his prime as a Clipper.That's interesting. My first thoughts when I read the topic title were Doc, Stilt, and Charles. I didn't even think of Iverson until reading the last few posts, and I experienced his whole career. Maybe because he's such a sad story and wasn't a good representative of the team when he was around, I don't know. Regardless that shot of him stepping over Tyron Lue is probably the iconic image of his time in philly.As for Barkley being a Sun, I think he's unquestionably a Sixer - that's where he became famous, was featured in controversial commercials, was on SI (which mattered back then) became marketable, and spat on a fan. It's where he made his name, even if he didn't experience the same success as in phoenix, but he didn't exactly win there either.I wasn't a huge NBA fan growing up. For some reason I just picture him in that purple Suns uniform. I think that's just because they lost in the Finals that one year to the Bulls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FiddySicks Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 A lot of good/interesting choices for the Kings. C Webb, Bibby, Richmond, Jason Williams(?), and my first instinct is to pick Webber. None of the others are really even that close. Richmond is a nice choice, but the teams he was on really can't hold a candle to some of the Kings teams C Webb was a part of. But there's another interesting candidate out there who never even payed for the Kings. Kevin Johnson. He's from Sacramento, is the current mayor, and was crucial in saving the Kings from relocation to Anaheim and Seattle. If you walk into any sports shop in the city one of the first jerseys you'll see for sale is a Johnson Suns jersey. He may not be the perfect fit for face of the Sacramento Kings, but for the city of Sacramento, he's definitely #1, and he has had a big impact on that franchise.Now for my nightly run. Might as well after all that stretching. On 11/19/2012 at 7:23 PM, oldschoolvikings said: She’s still half convinced “Chris Creamer” is a porn site.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 These things are too hard to do because there's a lot of teams with a lot of history and the answer might be different based on what generation you're asking.For example, Sixers. I think that unquestionably it is Dr. J. He has elite status among the all timers. However, there are some that would say Wilt Chamberlain, even though he's more known for the Phila Warriors than Sixers. There are also some who might say Charles Barkley, because the microscope focused on him once Doc retired.Dr. J for me too. Without knowing how many years he spent with any one particular team, I picture Barkley as much as a Sun as I do a 76er. Younger people might even say Iverson.As far as Charlotte goes, I say Muggsy. I don't think it could be Chris Paul since he's actively spending a chunk of his prime as a Clipper.That's interesting. My first thoughts when I read the topic title were Doc, Stilt, and Charles. I didn't even think of Iverson until reading the last few posts, and I experienced his whole career. Maybe because he's such a sad story and wasn't a good representative of the team when he was around, I don't know. Regardless that shot of him stepping over Tyron Lue is probably the iconic image of his time in philly.As for Barkley being a Sun, I think he's unquestionably a Sixer - that's where he became famous, was featured in controversial commercials, was on SI (which mattered back then) became marketable, and spat on a fan. It's where he made his name, even if he didn't experience the same success as in phoenix, but he didn't exactly win there either. I wasn't a huge NBA fan growing up. For some reason I just picture him in that purple Suns uniform. I think that's just because they lost in the Finals that one year to the Bulls.I don't think you're alone there. That's where he became "lovable Charles", and put the suns on the map, so it's a reasonable opinion even if I disagree. "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil G Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Atlanta Hawks - Dominique WilkinsBoston Celtics - Larry BirdBrooklyn Nets - Jason KiddCharlotte Hornets- Alonzo MourningChicago Bulls - Michael JordanCleveland Cavaliers - LeBron JamesDallas Mavericks - Dirk NowitzkiDenver Nuggets - Alex EnglishDetroit Pistons - Isiah ThomasGolden State Warriors - Wilt ChamberlainHouston Rockets - Hakeem OlajuwonIndiana Pacers - Reggie MillerLA Clippers - Blake GriffinLA Lakers- Magic JohnsonMemphis Grizzlies - Zach RandolphMiami Heat - Dwyane WadeMilwaukee Bucks - Kareem Abdul-JabbarMinnesota Timberwolves - Kevin GarnettNew Orleans Pelicans - Chris PaulNew York Knicks - Patrick EwingOklahoma City Thunder - Kevin DurantOrlando Magic - Shaquille O'NeilPhiladelphia Sixers - Julius ErvingPhoenix Suns - Charles BarkleyPortland Trail Blazers - Clyde DrexlerSacramento Kings - Oscar Robertson San Antonio Spurs - Tim DuncanToronto Raptors - Vince CarterUtah Jazz - Karl Malone/John Stockton**Washington Wizards - Wes Unseld Bruh check out my last.fm And my Rate Your Music Fantasy Teams: Seattle Spacemen (CFA) Signature credit to Silent Wind of Doom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nyk33 Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Atlanta Hawks - Dominique WilkinsBoston Celtics - Bill RussellBrooklyn Nets - Julius ErvingCharlotte Hornets- Mugsy BoguesChicago Bulls - Michael JordanCleveland Cavaliers - Dan Gilbert*Dallas Mavericks - Dirk NowitzkiDenver Nuggets - Pass**Detroit Pistons - Isiah ThomasGolden State Warriors - Chris MullenHouston Rockets - Hakeem OlajuwonIndiana Pacers - Reggie MillerLA Clippers - Blake GriffinLA Lakers - Magic JohnsonMemphis Grizzlies - Marc GasolMiami Heat - LeBron JamesMilwaukee Bucks - Oscar RobertsonMinnesota Timberwolves - Kevin GarnettNew Orleans Pelicans - Anthony DavisNew York Knicks - Walt "Clyde" FrazierOklahoma City Thunder - Kevin DurantOrlando Magic - Penny HardawayPhiladelphia Sixers - Allen IversonPhoenix Suns - Charles BarkleyPortland Trail Blazers - Clyde DrexlerSacramento Kings - Chris WebberSan Antonio Spurs - Tim DuncanToronto Raptors - Vince CarterUtah Jazz - Karl MaloneWashington Wizards - Gilbert ArenasSeattle Supersonics - Gary Peyton (This is supposed to be in italics but it isn't showing up for me). * I know LeBron James is the most famous player to ever play for the Cavs but I don't think he can be the "All-Time Face" of the franchise after he left Cleveland the way he did. Therefore I will Dan Gilbert's whiny ass on there instead since his comic sans letter is the first thing I think about. ** I'm drawing blanks for Denver. I think of some of their cool jerseys more than actual players when I think about this team. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFGiants58 Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Atlanta Hawks - Dominique WilkinsBoston Celtics - Bill Russell/Larry Bird (I honestly can't decide between the two)Brooklyn Nets - Jason KiddCharlotte Hornets- Alonzo MourningChicago Bulls - Michael JordanCleveland Cavaliers - LeBron JamesDallas Mavericks - Dirk NowitzkiDenver Nuggets - Alex EnglishDetroit Pistons - Isiah ThomasGolden State Warriors - Rick Barry (Chris Mullin has a good case too, but he's more lumped in with the Run-TMC trio)Houston Rockets - Hakeem OlajuwonIndiana Pacers - Reggie MillerLA Clippers - Blake GriffinLA Lakers- Magic JohnsonMemphis Grizzlies - Zach RandolphMiami Heat - Dwyane WadeMilwaukee Bucks - Kareem Abdul-JabbarMinnesota Timberwolves - Kevin GarnettNew Orleans Pelicans - Chris PaulNew York Knicks - Patrick Ewing (Walt Fraiser was a runner-up, mostly for his broadcasting work)Oklahoma City Thunder - Kevin Durant (only counting years in OKC)Orlando Magic - Dwight Howard (Penny came up close, and Shaq is a Laker before anything else)Philadelphia Sixers - Julius ErvingPhoenix Suns - Steve NashPortland Trail Blazers - Clyde Drexler (Bill Walton comes close)Sacramento Kings - Oscar Robertson (if we want to look at their previous locations)San Antonio Spurs - Tim DuncanToronto Raptors - Vince CarterUtah Jazz - Karl Malone/John Stockton**Washington Bullets/Wizards - Wes UnseldSeattle Supersonics - Gary Payton MLB: Project 32 (Complete), MLB: The Defunct Saga (Complete) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smith03 Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 hey the wolves need all the help they can get to put stuff up in the rafters actually come to think of it I think they do have a banner in target center already honoring the lakers championships and of course the statue of mikan in the lobby of target center Just say NO to gray facemasks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperNerdToTheRescue Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 I know who these teams' greatest players are, but most of these picks are based off of my childhood memories instead. Atlanta Hawks - Dominique WilkinsBoston Celtics - Paul Pierce/Larry BirdBrooklyn Nets - Jason KiddCharlotte Hornets- Gerald Wallace/Muggsy BoguesChicago Bulls - Michael JordanCleveland Cavaliers - LeBron JamesDallas Mavericks - Dirk NowitzkiDenver Nuggets - Carmelo AnthonyDetroit Pistons - The Chauncey Billups/Rip Hamilton/Tayshaun Prince/Rasheed Wallace/Ben Wallace coreGolden State Warriors - Baron Davis/Stephen CurryHouston Rockets - Yao Ming/Tracy McGradyIndiana Pacers - Reggie MillerLos Angeles Clippers - Blake GriffinLos Angeles Lakers- Kobe Bryant/Magic JohnsonMemphis Grizzlies - Pau Gasol/Mike MillerMiami Heat - Dwyane WadeMilwaukee Bucks - Michael ReddMinnesota Timberwolves - Kevin GarnettNew Orleans Pelicans - Chris PaulNew York Knicks - Stephon MarburyOklahoma City Thunder - Kevin DurantOrlando Magic - Dwight HowardPhiladelphia Sixers - Allen IversonPhoenix Suns - Steve NashPortland Trail Blazers - Brandon RoySacramento Kings - Mike BibbySan Antonio Spurs - Tim DuncanSeattle SuperSonics - Ray AllenToronto Raptors - Chris BoshUtah Jazz - Deron WilliamsWashington Wizards - Gilbert Arenas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbadefense1990 Posted June 20, 2014 Share Posted June 20, 2014 Boston Celtics: Bill Simmons I'm sure he, Bob Ryan and Dan Shaughneesy will collaborate very soon on the 927th article on the Boston Globe as to why Boston sports fans are the most "tortured" in America.Can't stand that smug and pretentiousness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
(probably)notabandwagonfan Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 I think for non Nugget fans, the face of the Nuggets is Melo, but for Nugget fans, it has to be Alex English. I think Melo is hated to much to be the face of the Nuggets, similar to Lebron and Cleveland. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ateles fusciceps Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 Alonzo Mourning is not the face of Charlotte. He is not liked around here at all. It's either Larry Johnson or Muggsy Bogues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 Alonzo Mourning is not the face of Charlotte. He is not liked around here at all. It's either Larry Johnson or Muggsy Bogues.Larry Johnson is the first person that comes to mind when I think of Hornets 1.0, however he's a d1ck and Muggsy was just so little and lovable so let's go with him. "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmoe12 Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 Atlanta Hawks - Dominique WilkinsBoston Celtics - Larry BirdBrooklyn Nets - Jason KIddCharlotte Hornets- No ideaChicago Bulls - Michael JordanCleveland Cavaliers - LeBron JamesDallas Mavericks - Dirk NowitzkiDenver Nuggets - Alex EnglishDetroit Pistons - Isiah ThomasGolden State Warriors - Chris MullenHouston Rockets - Hakeem OlajuwonIndiana Pacers - Reggie MillerLA Clippers - Chris PaulLA Lakers - Magic JohnsonMemphis Grizzlies - Marc GasolMiami Heat - Dwyane WadeMilwaukee Bucks - Kareem Abdul-JabbarMinnesota Timberwolves - Kevin GarnettNew Orleans Pelicans - Anthony DavisNew York Knicks - Patrick EwingOklahoma City Thunder - Kevin DurantOrlando Magic - Shaquille O'NeilPhiladelphia Sixers - Julius ErvingPhoenix Suns - Charles BarkleyPortland Trail Blazers -Bill WaltonSacramento Kings - Chris WebberSan Antonio Spurs - Tim DuncanToronto Raptors - Vince CarterUtah Jazz - Karl Malone/John StocktonWashington Wizards - Moses Malone (Bullets) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tyst13 Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 I think for non Nugget fans, the face of the Nuggets is Melo, but for Nugget fans, it has to be Alex English. I think Melo is hated to much to be the face of the Nuggets, similar to Lebron and Cleveland.That's probably accurate. As a Nuggets fan, the idea of Melo as the face of the franchise makes me a bit queasy. I understand the way he left Denver was loads better than how Lebron left Cleveland or Dwight left Orlando (told us definitively a year in advance he wanted to leave, gave us time to make a trade, then the Knicks stepped in and gave us a great deal for him), but we still don't like him anymore. As for Alex English, he last played for the Nuggets the year I was born, but that said, he's automatically my answer for this. I don't know very much about him, but I can picture him in the rainbow skyline jerseys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dfwabel Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 I am shocked at the amount of Moses Malone for WAS. For me, it is Wes Unseld.DEN is not Alex English, even how good he was, I think of Dan Issel first since both had tenure as coach and/or within upper management. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ateles fusciceps Posted June 21, 2014 Share Posted June 21, 2014 Alonzo Mourning is not the face of Charlotte. He is not liked around here at all. It's either Larry Johnson or Muggsy Bogues. Larry Johnson is the first person that comes to mind when I think of Hornets 1.0, however he's a d1ck and Muggsy was just so little and lovable so let's go with him.Overall nationally it's probably LJ. He was a stud player and looked like a surefire superstar until his back injury. Was also very popular from his Grandmama stuff and other advertisements. And those #2 jerseys everybody wore. Locally, it's Muggsy. He is easily the most beloved locally. Doesn't hurt that he still lives in Charlotte. Alonzo was another all star but he abandoned the team and then talked crap about Charlotte. He's always associated himself with Miami. Mourning-Charlotte is like McCants-UNC. Yeah, he was a great player & helped win some big games, but he isn't exactly liked or welcome around town.But overall it's different for Charlotte. It's a small market team with a short history & minimal success in court. There's really no one player that stands out. For me, when I think of the old Hornets I think of two things.1) Zo-LJ-Muggsy2) Baron Davis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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