Crossover Chronicles is a relatively new blog, so we decided it was a good idea to introduce you to the crew. We're doing that in a new feature called "Writer-Palooza." For the next few days, we will feature one writer, introducing him to you via an original piece, his favorite basketball video, and a wildcard post on any topic that he wants.
Today we feature Surya Fernandez. You can find him on Twitter here.
This moment in NBA history may not be my favorite of all time and it's probably not the most memorable moment of the 2006 NBA Finals. But it's definitely amusing to watch again in case you've forgotten it.
But first a little history...
On August 3rd, 2005 the Heat participated in the largest trade in NBA history when they acquired Antoine Walker from the Boston Celtics, guard Jason Williams, forward James Posey, and guard Andre Emmett from the Memphis Grizzlies and the draft rights to center Roberto Duenas from the New Orleans Hornets in a five-t...
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PLAYERS:
Antoine Walker,
Jason Williams,
James Posey,
Andre Emmett,
Eddie Jones,
Rasual Butler,
Edin Bavcic,
Nikola Pekovic,
Qyntel Woods,
Greg Ostertag,
Kirk Snyder,
Pat Riley,
Alonzo Mourning,
Udonis Haslem,
Dwyane Wade,
Jerry Stackhouse,
Ricky Davis,
Mark Blount
TEAMS: Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, Toronto Raptors, Minnesota Timberwolves, Utah Jazz, Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks, New Orleans Hornets
TEAMS: Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers, Memphis Grizzlies, Toronto Raptors, Minnesota Timberwolves, Utah Jazz, Miami Heat, Atlanta Hawks, New Orleans Hornets
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