20 Best Nicknames Among Active NBA Players 2016-17
“Once you gain a nickname in this league, that’s the ultimate respect” – Paul Pierce
We stayed away from shortening of names like “Melo” and “CP3” or initials like “KD” focusing simply on the best nicknames. But, at the same time – we might have included those in the other notable nicknames if the player was considered.
Check our list of the Best 20 Nicknames Among Active NBA Players
20. Anthony Davis "The Unibrow"
19. Jamal Crawford "J Crossover"
18. Victor Oladipo "Mr. 540"
17. Nik Stauskas "Sauce Castillo"
16. Nick Young "Swaggy P"
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15. Giannis Antetokounmpo "Greek Freak"
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14. Marcin Gortat "The Polish Hammer"
13. Rudy Gobert "The Stifle Tower"
12. Tyler Hansbrough "Psycho T"
11. Chris Andersen "Birdman"
10. Jameer Nelson "Mighty Mouse"
9. Joe Johnson "Iso Joe"
8. Dwyane Wade "Flash"
7. DeMarcus Cousins "Boogie"
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6. LeBron James "The King"
5. Stephen Curry "Chef Curry"
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4. Kyrie Irving "Uncle Drew"
3. Vince Carter "Vinsanity"
2. Kenneth Faried "Manimal"
1. Paul Pierce "The Truth"
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