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**ChrisWoj** · 12-28-2012, 02:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Jace

Sure, but top 2? Also, that's not qualifying him on the same terms as it is Russell, which made the pairing confuse me. Magic and Jordan obviously immediately kick him out. I think Bird is at least even with him there, too. But yeah, top 10 I'll buy.

Q Rating with the general public - the casual fans that'll just buy a cool jersey, doesn't know a ton? Say Bill Russell and you have to explain who he is. Say Doctor J and his name will more often register.

hroz · 12-28-2012, 03:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Jace

Dr. J is one of the NBA's two biggest legends?

Getting ahead on this one, but Shimmy has 8 locked up, right?

I said Dr J was like wow.
But with reference to the two greatest legends I was obviously talking about Russell and Jordan. That's why i voted for him.

**RollWithEm** · 12-28-2012, 04:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamel Irief

What's stupid is he claims he changed his number to pay homage to Jordan. And then said 23 should be retired league wide. Slap in the face to Russell.

That's the first thing I thought when I first heard about him changing his number.

Najee · 12-28-2012, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by ChrisWoj

By virtue of nickname, style, flair... He's right there. He may not be one of the top 10 players of all time - but he may be one of the 10 greatest "legends" in terms of marketability. A lot of non-basketball fans have a better grasp of who "Doctor J" was than some top-10ers.

In a lot of people's opinion, Julius Erving is among the top 20 players ever and possibly in the top 15. He's certainly ranks among the top five small forwards ever to play.

And as far as marketability and fan reaction -- Dr. J was essentially the marketing predecessor (and an influence on) Michael Jordan's style, along with David Thompson.

Cajon · 12-28-2012, 07:05 AM

William Felton Russell.

**Knick Killer** · 12-28-2012, 08:04 AM

Bill Russell but eventually it will be LeBron.

**GrandKenyon6** · 12-28-2012, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Jace

Getting ahead on this one, but Shimmy has 8 locked up, right?

Not a chance in hell...

**Luke** · 12-28-2012, 08:21 AM

This is Russell but I would say dr. J is one of the five mot recognizable basketball legends to the general public.

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**Krstic All-Star** · 12-28-2012, 09:33 AM

I'd argue that Dr J's best years were while wearing 32, in the ABA

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doctordrizzay · 12-28-2012, 02:28 PM

For now Russel, Lebron will retire #1 to wear 6. Thats why I voted him.

e-monk · 12-28-2012, 03:13 PM

did you check to see if your votes counted? because I kind of dont think they do - check your User CP settings

**Jace** · 12-28-2012, 10:32 PM

That would mean 3 people voted Horry for 5, and I have trouble believing that.

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Originally Posted by ChrisWoj

Q Rating with the general public - the casual fans that'll just buy a cool jersey, doesn't know a ton? Say Bill Russell and you have to explain who he is. Say Doctor J and his name will more often register.

Which is why I was confused by him seeming to list Russell and Irving as the top 2. Apparently he either meant Dr./MJ or Russell/MJ.

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Originally Posted by Luke

This is Russell but I would say dr. J is one of the five mot recognizable basketball legends to the general public.

Was thinking this, but he'd have to be 5th behind Magic, Jordan, Bird, and Kareem in my opinion. I think I just made the Mt. Rushmore of basketball legends.

**Jamel Irief** · 12-28-2012, 11:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Jace

That would mean 3 people voted Horry for 5, and I have trouble believing that.

Which is why I was confused by him seeming to list Russell and Irving as the top 2. Apparently he either meant Dr./MJ or Russell/MJ.

Was thinking this, but he'd have to be 5th behind Magic, Jordan, Bird, and Kareem in my opinion. I think I just made the Mt. Rushmore of basketball legends.

Honestly, I love Kareem and thinks he's the greatest ever, but in terms of the general populace I would say both Dr. J and the late Wilt are bigger celebs. Kareem never showed personality, outside of his cameo in Airplane! of course.

**Jace** · 12-28-2012, 11:19 PM

HEY!

The Sky Hook is kinda the kicker for me.

**Jamel Irief** · 12-28-2012, 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Jace

HEY!

The Sky Hook is kinda the kicker for me.

Thanks. I haven't seen that in about 20 years!

View Poll Results: Best Player To Wear #6?
Bill Russell	27	81.82%
Julius Erving	1	3.03%
LeBron James	5	15.15%
Tyson Chandler	0	0%
Walter Davis	0	0%
Other (Please Specify)	0	0%
Voters: 33. You may not vote on this poll

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