The names of the starting lineups (starting 5) and head coaches are announced before the tip to every NBA game. It is a custom that has been part of the NBA for a very long time, possibly since its inception. The only other custom before a game more noteworthy is the performance of the national anthem. Things get more personalized as the college name or hometown of the player is also given a mention. It is an honor for players who have paid their dues to not just make it onto an NBA roster, but to be part of the first ’5′ on a team. The Sixth Man of the Year award has been an annual award in the NBA since 1983. The award is a prestigious one given to a player who is first coming off the bench and making a big impact for his team. Should NBA Sixth men also be announced before games with the starting five? One more shout out in pre-game intros couldn’t hurt. James Harden, ’12 winner How about a compromise? Former Sixth Men of the Year who still come off the bench get the shout out. T...
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Ben Gordon,
Mike Miller,
Jamal Crawford,
J.R. Smith,
Manu Ginobili,
Jarrett Jack,
Ray Allen,
Antawn Jamison,
Gordon Hayward
TEAMS: Charlotte Bobcats, Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers, New York Knicks, San Antonio Spurs, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz
TEAMS: Charlotte Bobcats, Miami Heat, Los Angeles Clippers, New York Knicks, San Antonio Spurs, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz
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