This “Top 10″ list is for players currently in the NBA.   One day I may do a “Top 10″ list of the best NBA nicknames of all time.  To get on the this list, a NBA player must have a unique nickname.  Bill in place of William will not cut it, sorry.   This list will start with number 10 being the worst of the bunch and number 1 being the best.   So, without further ado, here is the list.

10

The Big Fundamental, Tim Duncan.

Coming in at number ten is the four time NBA Champion, “The Big Fundamental” Tim Duncan.  He earned this nickname because of his fundamentally sound game.  He is very skillful in the low post.  Every move is makes seems to be calculated.

9

Kevin Garnett is The Big Ticket.

At number nine we have none other than “The Big Ticket” Kevin Garnett.  Also known as KG.  When you watch Kevin Garnett play, he always entertaining.  He’s a ferocious competitor and he gives his all on the court.  He never ceases to amaze.  He’s one of few players that I would actually pay to see, thus he is “The Big Ticket”.

8

Mr. Big Shot.

Chauncey Billups, “Mr. Big Shot” is number eight.  This nickname was earned on the court.  Billups hit many tough shots in key situations.  He plays with an ice cold demeanor.  He has ice in his veins.  He always seems to make the big shots when necessary.

7

AK-47 blocking a shot.

At number seven we have Andrei Kirilenko “AK 47″.  An AK-47 is a deadly weapon and Kirilenko is just that on the court.  He plays relentlessly on the court and is considered a defensive weapon.  Although, lately he has not been living up to his rep.

6

Kobe The Black Mamba

Kobe Bryant comes in at number six.  He is known as “The Black Mamba”.  The black mamba is one of the world’s most dangerous snakes.  It is also among the most venomous snakes.  Black mambas have enough venom in them to kill 20-25 grown men. And Kobe Bryant kills just about everyone who guards him on the court.  He has killer instinct and is the NBA’s most dangerous player.

5

The Diesel.

At number 5, we have Shaquille O’Neal as “The Diesel”.  Shaquille has many nicknames, but I think that The Diesel serves him well.  He’s huge and very strong.  He dominates his opponents.  He’s brutal, need I say more.

4

Dwyane "Flash" Wade.

Dwyane Wade is fourth on the list.  He’s known as “Flash”.  He has great speed, strength, and athleticism.  Flash suites him well.

3

Half Man Half Amazing.

Next is Vince Carter “Half Man Half Amazing”.  This is one of my favorite nicknames.  Vince’s jumping ability is unbelievable.  This causes people to ask themselves if Vince Carter is human.

2

The Answer could be headed back to Phillie.

At number 2, we have Allen Iverson.  He is “The Answer”.  When all else fails and your team has many questions, just give the ball to Iverson.  He can get you the win.  And by the way, he may be on his way back to the Philadelphia 76ers.

1

Paul Pierce is The Truth.

And the number one nickname is “The Truth”.  Paul Pierce.  The truth is very powerful.  The truth will set you free.  Paul Pierce lives up to his nickname by being a very potent ball player.  He can do everything on the court.  He scores, passes, rebounds, and plays good defense.  He also was Finals MVP when the Boston won the championship in the 07-08 season.

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