Feb 10, 1987; Seattle, WA, USA: FILE PHOTO; Atlanta Hawks forward Dominique Wilkins (21) in action against the Seattle Supersonics at the Center Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: USA TODAY Sports
Atlanta Hawks—Dominique Wilkins: The Human Highlight Film
Boston Celtics—Bill Russell
Unknown date, 1968 & location, USA: FILE PHOTO; Boston Celtics center Bill Russell in action against the Cincinnati Royals. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons- USA TODAY Sports
The greatest defensive player in NBA history
Brooklyn Nets—Julius Erving
Unknown date and unknown location; USA; FILE PHOTO; New York Nets forward Julius Erving (32) during an ABA game. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Network.
Dr. J led the Nets to two ABA Championships
Charlotte Hornets—Kemba Walker
Mar 12, 2012; New Orleans, LA, USA; Charlotte Bobcats point guard Kemba Walker (1) brings the ball up the court in the second half of their game against the New Orleans Hornets at the New Orleans Arena. The Bobcats won, 73-71. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports
Had the longest impact on the franchise
Chicago Bulls—Michael Jordan
Portrait of professional basketball player Michael Jordan, of the Chicago Bulls, dressed in a tuxedo with a basketball under one arm as he poses with Chevrolet Suburban automobile, Chicago, Illinois, 1986. (Photo by Paul Natkin/Getty Images)
The G.O.A.T.
Cleveland Cavaliers—LeBron James
WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 19 : LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers handles the ball against the Washington Wizards on November 19, 2003 at the MCI Center in Washington DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by G Fiume/Getty Images)
LeBron brought the NBA Championship to Ohio
Detroit Pistons—Isiah Thomas
Isiah Thomas #11, Point Guard for the Detroit Pistons adjust his protective eyeglasses during the NBA Midwest Division basketball game against the Dallas Mavericks on 14th January 1991 at the Reunion Arena in Dallas, Texas, United States. The Pistons won the game 89 – 81. (Photo by Joe Patronite/Allsport/Getty Images)
Was the leader of the “Bad Boys” that won back-to-back NBA titles
Indiana Pacers—Reggie Miller
Reggie Miller#31, Shooting Guard for the Indiana Pacers prepares to shoot a free throw during the NBA Central Division basketball game against the Houston Rockets on 9th November 1994 at the Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The Rockets won the game 109 – 104. (Photo by Allsport/Getty Images)
One of the top clutch playoff performers
Miami Heat—Dwayne Wade
MIAMI, FL – JUNE 17: Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat reacts in the first half against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game Three of the 2012 NBA Finals on June 17, 2012 at American Airlines Arena in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Delivered Milwaukee its first championship and won three MVPs in six seasons
New York Knicks—Walt Frazier
Dec 1969; USA; FILE PHOTO; New York Knicks point guard Walt Frazier (10). Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Network.
“Clyde” was a Madison Square Garden Legend
Orlando Magic—Shaquille O’Neal
Shaq was at his athletic best when he was with Orlando
Philadelphia 76ers—Wilt Chamberlain
Unknown date; Cincinnati, OH, USA: FILE PHOTO; Philadelphia 76ers center Wilt Chamberlain (13) in action against the Cincinnati Royals at Cincinnati Gardens. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons-USA TODAY Sports
Scored 100 points in a game
Toronto Raptors—Vince Carter
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“Air Canada” excited crowds all throughout North America
Washington Wizards—Wes Unseld
Unknown date; Cincinnati, OH, USA: FILE PHOTO; Washington Bullets center Wes Unseld (41) in action against the Cincinnati Royals. Mandatory Credit: Malcolm Emmons- USA TODAY Sports
