When cornrows reigned supreme in the NBA

Spurs forward Kawhi Leonard is the lone high-profile player rocking cornrows these days, but that hairstyle was all the rage in the NBA in the early to mid ’00s. We take a look back at those years.

CLEVELAND, OH - FEBRUARY 8: Allen Iverson #3 of the Eastern Conference poses with his MVP award after the 1997 Rookie All-Star game played February 8, 1997 at the Gund Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1997 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

PHILADELPHIA, PA - APRIL 8: Allen Iverson of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on April 8, 1998 at CoreStates Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Sporting News via Getty Images)

5 Feb 1999: Latrell Sprewell #8 of the New York Knicks listens to head coach Jeff Van Gundy during the game against the Orlando Magic at the Orlando Arena in Orlando, Florida. The Magic defeated the Knicks 93-85. Mandatory Credit: Andy Lyons /Allsport

UNITED STATES - MAY 14: Basketball: playoffs, Closeup of New York Knicks Latrell Sprewell (8) in action vs Miami Heat, New York, NY 5/14/1999 (Photo by Manny Millan/Sports Illustrated/Getty Images) (SetNumber: X57920)

INDIANAPOLIS, UNITED STATES: Latrell Sprewell of the New York Knicks reacts as the Indiana Pacers crowd starts chanting his name 09 June, 1999, during the second half of game five of his NBA Eastern Conference Finals game at Market Square Arena in Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN. The Knicks won the game 101-94 to take a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven game series. (ELECTRONIC IMAGE) AFP PHOTO/Jeff HAYNES (Photo credit should read JEFF HAYNES/AFP/Getty Images)

5 Nov 1999: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers rests on the court during a game against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Clippers defeated the 76ers 91-81.

CHARLOTTE, NC - JANUARY 20: Allen Iverson of the Philadelphia 76ers during the game against the Charlotte Hornets on January 20, 2000 at Charlotte Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Sporting News via Getty Images)

PHILADELPHIA, : Philadelphia 76ers' guard Allen Iverson rubs his eyes after a pre-game pyrotechnic display left a thick haze of smoke on the court before the start of game three of the NBA Eastern Conference first round playoffs 28 April 2000 at First Union Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The best-of-five series is tied 1-1. (ELECTRONIC IMAGE) AFP PHOTO/Matt CAMPBELL (Photo credit should read MATT CAMPBELL/AFP/Getty Images)

13 Nov 2000: A close up of Corey Maggette #52 of the Los Angeles Clippers as he looks on from the court during the game against the Dallas Mavericks at the STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. The Mavericks defeated the Clippers 90-76. NOTE TO USER: It is expressly understood that the only rights Allsport are offering to license in this Photograph are one-time, non-exclusive editorial rights. No advertising or commercial uses of any kind may be made of Allsport photos. User acknowledges that it is aware that Allsport is an editorial sports agency and that NO RELEASES OF ANY TYPE ARE OBTAINED from the subjects contained in the photographs.Mandatory Credit: Jeff Gross /Allsport

4 Dec 2000: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on the court during the game against the Denver Nuggets at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the 76ers 105-98. NOTE TO USER: It is expressly understood that the only rights Allsport are offering to license in this Photograph are one-time, non-exclusive editorial rights. No advertising or commercial uses of any kind may be made of Allsport photos. User acknowledges that it is aware that Allsport is an editorial sports agency and that NO RELEASES OF ANY TYPE ARE OBTAINED from the subjects contained in the photographs. Mandatory Credit: Brian Bahr /Allsport

5 Dec 2000: Allen Iverson of the Philadelphia 76ers hugs Kobe Bryant after his team lost 96-85 during the Philadelphia 76ers v Los Angeles Lakers at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 96-85. DIGITAL IMAGE. Mandatory Credit: Donald Miralle/Allsport. NOTE TO USER: It is expressly understood that the only rights Allsport are offering to license in this Photograph are one-time, non-exclusive editorial rights. No advertising or commercial uses of any kind may be made of Allsport photos. User acknowledges that it is aware that Allsport is an editorial sports agency and that NO RELEASES OF ANY TYPE ARE OBTAINED from the subjects contained in the photographs.

PHILADELPHIA - JANUARY 21: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers shoots against the Toronto Raptors on January 21, 2001 at the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2001 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

WASHINGTON, : Philadelphia 76ers' guard Allen Iverson (C) stands among his fellow NBA All-Stars and holds his MVP trophy for his performance in the 2001 NBA All-Star Game 11 February 2001 at the MCI Center in Washington, DC. Iverson scored 25 points and rallied the Eastern Conference from a 21-point fourth-quarter deficit to a dramatic 111-110 victory over the favored Western Conference in the 50th annual NBA All-Star Game. AFP PHOTO/Mario TAMA (Photo credit should read MARIO TAMA/AFP/Getty Images)

MILWAUKEE, UNITED STATES: Rodney Buford of the Philadelphia 76ers blows a bubble on the bench during the 76ers game against the Milwaukee Bucks in Game 3 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals, 26 May 2001, at the Bradley Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Bucks beat the 76ers 80-74. AFP PHOTO/John ZICH (Photo credit should read JOHN ZICH/AFP/Getty Images)

MILWAUKEE, UNITED STATES: Allen Iverson of the Philadelphia 76ers grits his teeth during game six of the NBA Eastern Conference final against the Milwaukee Bucks 01 June 2001 at the Bradley Center in Milwaukee. AFP PHOTO/John ZICH (Photo credit should read JOHN ZICH/AFP/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - JUNE 8: Allen Iverson #3 and head coach Larry Brown of the Philadelphia 76ers have a conversation against the Los Angeles Lakers during game two of the 2001 NBA Finals played June 8, 2001 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2001 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

PHILADELPHIA - JUNE 10: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers stands side by side Tyronn Lue #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers during game three of the 2001 NBA Finals played June 10, 2001 at the First Union Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2001 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

SALT LAKE CITY - DECEMBER 29: Forward Donyell Marshall #42 of the Utah Jazz drives past forward Matt Harpring #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers during the NBA game at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on December 29,2001. The Jazz won 89-81. 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright 2001 NBAE (Photo by Kent Horner/NBAE/Getty Images)

8 Jan 2002: Guard Michael Jordan #23 of the Washington Wizards listens to forward Darius Miles #21 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the NBA game at the MCI Center in Washington, D.C. The Wizards defeated the Clippers 96-88.\ DIGITAL IMAGE\ 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. Mandatory copyright notice: copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory credit: Mitchell Layton/NBAE/Copyright 2002

11 Jan 2002: Forward Lee Nailon #54 of the Charlotte Hornets posts up point guard Jeff McInnis #5 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the NBA game at Charlotte Colesium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Hornets edged the Clippers 92-91. 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: Garrett Ellwood /NBAE/Getty Images

17 Jan 2002: Forward Lee Nailon #54 of the Charlotte Hornets holds the ball during the NBA game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Charlotte Colesium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The 76ers defeated the Hornets 93-88. 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: Garrett Ellwood /NBAE/Getty Images

17 Jan 2002: Guard Rodney Buford #32 of the Memphis Grizzlies dribbles the ball during the NBA game against the Dallas Mavericks at the Pyramid Arena in Memphis, Tennessee. The Mavericks defeated the Grizzlies 108-97. 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: Glenn James /NBAE/Getty Images

21 Feb 2002: Andre Miller #24 of the Cleveland Cavaliers signs a few autographs before the game against the Los Angeles Lakers during at the Gund Arena in Cleveland, Ohio. DIGITAL IMAGE 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: David Liam Kyle /NBAE/Getty Images

17 Mar 2002: Donyell Marshall #42 of the Utah Jazz signs autographs prior to the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. DIGITAL IMAGE NOTICE 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. Mandatory Copyright notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE Mandatory Credit: David Sherman/NBAE/Getty Images

TORONTO - APRIL 17: Guard Ricky Davis #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers poses for a portrait at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Canada on April 17, 2002. 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 Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2002 NBAE (Photo by Ron Turenne/NBAE/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - OCT 30: Darius Miles #21 of the Cleveland Cavaliers waits during a foulshot against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Staples Center on October 30, 2002 in Los Angeles, California. 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright NBAE 2002 (Photo by Andrew d. Bernstein./ NBAE/ Getty Images)

AUBURN HILLS, MI - OCTOBER 30: Richard Hamilton #32 of the Detroit Pistons stretches on the court prior to game against the New York Knicks at the Palace of Auburn Hills on October 30, 2002 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The Pistons won 86-77. 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright NBAE 2002 (Photo by Allen Einstein/NBAE/Getty Images)

WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 31: Tyronn Lue #10 of the Washington Wizards drives upcourt past Antoine Walker #8 of the Boston Celtics during the game at MCI Center on October 31, 2002 in Washington, D.C. The Wizards won 114-69. 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 Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - NOVEMBER 1: Corey Maggette #50 of the Los Angeles Clippers leans in during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on November 1, 2002 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 108-93. 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 Jeff Gross/Getty Images)

INDIANAPOLIS - JANUARY 18: Reggie Miller #31 of the Indiana Pacers jumps on the back of teammate Jermaine O'Neal #7 after O'Neal hit the game winning shot over the Detroit Pistons at Conseco Fieldhouse on January 18, 2003 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Pacers won 88-86. 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. Mandatory copyright notice: Copyright 2003 NBAE (Photo by: Ron Hoskins/NBAE/Getty Images)

ATLANTA - MARCH 25: Mikki Moore #38 of the Atlanta Hawks looks on from the bench against the Los Angeles Lakers during the game at Philips Arena on March 25, 2003 in Atlanta, Georgia. The Lakers won 108-91. 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 Scott Cunningham/NBAE/Getty Images)

AUBURN HILLS, MI - APRIL 14: Ricky Davis #31 of the Cleveland Cavaliers stands on the court during the game against the Detroit Pistons at The Palace of Auburn Hills on April 14, 2003 in Auburn Hills, Michigan. The Pistons won 89-88. 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. Copyright 2003 NBAE (Photo by Allen Einstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

UNITED STATES - APRIL 27: Basketball: playoffs, Closeup of Indiana Pacers Jermaine O'Neal (7) during game vs Boston Celtics, Boston, MA 4/27/2003 (Photo by Manny Millan/Sports Illustrated/Getty Images) (SetNumber: X68280 TK1)

PHILADELPHIA - MAY 11: Richard Hamilton #32 of the Detroit Pistons drives around Eric Snow #20 of the Philadelphia 76ers in Game four of the Eastern Conference Semifinals during the 2003 NBA Playoffs at First Union Center on May 11, 2003 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The 76ers won 95-82. 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. Copyright 2003 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 7: Carmelo Anthony #15 of the Denver Nuggets poses during the 2003 NBA Rookie shoot at the MSG Training Facility on August 7, 2003 in Tarrytown, New York. 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. Copyright 2003 NBAE (Photo by Chris Covatta/NBAE via Getty Images)

DENVER - DECEMBER 2: Carmelo Anthony #15 of the Denver Nuggets during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Pepsi Center on December 2, 2003 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets won 115-103. 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 Garrett W. Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 26: Udonis Haslem #40 of the Miami Heat during the game against the Washington Wizards at the MCI Center on December 26, 2003 in Washington, DC. The Heat won 92-84. 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 gettyImages licence agreement. (Photo by Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

UNITED STATES - JUNE 08: Basketball: finals, Detroit Pistons Ben Wallace victorious during game vs Los Angeles Lakers, Los Angeles, CA 6/8/2004 (Photo by John Biever/Sports Illustrated/Getty Images) (SetNumber: X71019 TK4)

TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 2: Shaun Livingston #14 of the Los Angeles Clippers poses for a portrait during the 2004 NBA Rookie Shoot at the Madison Square Garden Training Facility on August 2, 2004 in Tarrytown, New York. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2004 NBAE (Photo by Robert Tringali/NBAE via Getty Images)

OAKLAND, CA - OCTOBER 27: Shaun Livingston #14 of the Los Angeles Clippers looks ahead against the Golden State Warriors on October 27, 2004 at the Arena in Oakland, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2004 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

PORTLAND - NOVEMBER 5: Shaun Livingston #14 of the Los Angeles Clippers stands on the court during the game with the Portland Trail Blazers at the Rose Garden on November 5, 2004 in Portland, Oregon. The Blazers won 94-81. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2004 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images)

DENVER - NOVEMBER 4: Andre Miller #24 of the Denver Nuggets reacts during the game against the Minnesota Timberwovles on November 4, 2004 at Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets won 94-92 in Overtime. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2004 NBAE (Photo by Garrett W. Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - NOVEMBER 17: Shaun Livingston #14 of the Los Angeles Clippers stands on the court during the game against the Los Angeles Lakers on November 17, 2004 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 103-89. 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 Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2004 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

WAHINGTON - DECEMBER 15: Damon Jones #19 of the Miami Heat is congratulated by teammate Udonis Haslem #40 after hitting the game winning field goal against the Washington Wizards during NBA action on December 15, 2004 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 Doug Pensinger/Getty Images)

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 25: Rasheed Wallace #32 of the Detroit Pistons and Jermaine O'Neal #7 of the Indiana Pacers lean in during the game on December 25, 2004 at Conseco Field House in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Pistons defeated the Pacers 98-93. 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 Robert Laberge/Getty Images)

PHILADELPHIA - JANUARY 24: Allen Iverson #3 of the Philadelphia 76ers rests during the game against the Miami Heat on January 24, 2005 at the Wachovia Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvannia. The 76ers won 106-98. 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 Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

BOSTON - JANUARY 26: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Indiana Pacers is on the court during the game against the Boston Celtics on January 26, 2005 at the Fleet Center in Boston, Massachusetts. The Celtics won 100-86. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

INDIANAPOLIS - MARCH 11: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Indiana Pacers is on the court during the game against the Golden State Warriors on March 11, 2005 at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Pacers win 101-83. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

MINNEAPOLIS - MARCH 27: Shaun Livingston #14 and head coach Mike Dunleavy Sr. of the Los Angeles Clippers talk during the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves on March 27, 2005 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves won 89-85. NOTICE 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: Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE (Photo By David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

BOSTON - APRIL 23: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Indiana Pacers argues with the referee after receiving his fourth personal foul against the Boston Celtics in Game one of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2005 NBA Playoffs at Fleet Center on April 23, 2005 in Boston, Massachusetts. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges that by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - NOVEMBER 16: Kwame Brown #54 of the Los Angeles Lakers is defended by Eddy Curry #34 of the New York Knicks during the game on November 16, 2005 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 97-92. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2005 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES - JANUARY 7: Kwame Brown #54 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks to pass during the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center on January 7, 2006 in Los Angeles, California. The Lakers won 112-109. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2006 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

PALISADES, NY - SEPTEMBER 14: Josh Boone #2 of the New Jersey Nets poses for a portrait on September 14, 2006 at the IBM Palisades Executive Conference Center in Palisades, New York. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2006 NBAE (Photo by Thearon Henderson/NBAE via Getty Images)

MILWAUKEE - MARCH 4: Ben Wallace #3 of the Chicago Bulls looks on during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Bradley Center on March 4, 2007 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Bulls won in overtime 126-121. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2007 NBAE (Photo by Gary Dineen/NBAE via Getty Images)

NEW YORK - MARCH 16: Eddy Curry #34 of the New York Knicks chats with Tyson Chandler #6 of the New Orleans/Oklahoma City Hornets during warmups priort to their game at Madison Square Garden on March 16, 2007 in New York, New York. The Hornets won 92-90. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2007 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - APRIL 13: Eddy Curry #34 of the New York Knicks stands on the court during the NBA game against the New Jersey Nets at Continental Airlines Arena on April 13, 2007 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Nets won 100-86. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2007 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 24: Brad Miller #52 of the Sacramento Kings moves the ball against Ruben Patterson #23 of the Los Angeles Clippers during the game at Staples Center on October 24, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. The Clippers won 92-90. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2007 NBAE (Photo by Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

CHARLOTTE, NC - JANUARY 8: Jared Dudley #4 of the Charlotte Bobcats cracks a smile during the game against the New Jersey Nets on January 8, 2008 at the Charlotte Bobcats Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Bobcats won 115-99. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2008 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

CHARLOTTE, NC - MARCH 02: Teammates Jared Dudley #4 Jason Richardson #23 and Raymond Felton #20 of the Charlotte Bobcats celebrates as they walk off the court during their game against the Toronto Raptors at Bobcats Arena on March 2, 2008 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - JANUARY 9: Josh Boone #2 of the New Jersey Nets rebounds against Jeff Green #22 of the Seattle SuperSonics on January 9, 2008 at the Izod Center in East Rutherford, New Jersey. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2008 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CA - JUNE 10: Ronny Turiaf #21 of the Los Angeles Lakers matches up against Kevin Garnett #5 of the Boston Celtics in Game Three of the 2008 NBA Finals on June 10, 2008 at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. 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. Mandatory Copyright: 2008 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE/Getty Images)

CHARLOTTE, NC - DECEMBER 6: Delonte West #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during the game against the Charlotte Bobcats on December 6, 2008 at Charlotte Bobcats Arena in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Cavaliers won 94-74. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2008 NBAE (Photo by Kent Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)

SAN ANTONIO - FEBRUARY 27: Delonte West #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during the game against the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center on February 27, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. The Cavs won 97-86. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by Joe Murphy/NBAE via Getty Images)

DENVER - DECEMBER 1: Nene #31 of the Denver Nuggets goes to the basket as Chris Hunter #31 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during the game on December 1, 2009 at the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets won 135-107. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by Garrett Ellwood/NBAE via Getty Images)

SACRAMENTO, CA - JANUARY 09: Nene #31 of the Denver Nuggets takes a break from the action during the game against the Sacramento Kings on January 9, 2010 at Arco Arena in Sacramento, California. The Kings won 102-100. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2010 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)

MINNEAPOLIS - JULY 15: Michael Beasley #8 of the Minnesota Timberwolves poses for portraits on July 15, 2010 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2009 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

MINNEAPOLIS - NOVEMBER 5: Michael Beasley #8 of the Minnesota Timberwolves stands on the court during a game against the Atlanta Hawks on November 5, 2010 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2010 NBAE (Photo by Jordan Johnson/NBAE via Getty Images)

CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 20: Amare Stoudemire #1 of the New York Knicks adjusts his eyewear during a break in the action against the Cleveland Cavaliers at The Quicken Loans Arena on April 20, 2012 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2012 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

MEMPHIS, TN - APRIL 25: Ronny Turiaf #21 of the Los Angeles Clippers reaches for a loose ball against the Memphis Grizzlies during Game Three of the Western Conference Quarterfinals of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at FedExForum on April 25, 2013 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

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