Billy Ray Bates — aka “Dunk” — was a forerunner to modern enigmas including J.R. Rider, Harold Miner and Darius Miles. A high-flying 6-4 guard, he had all of the tools, but never was able to put it all together. His story is fascinating. Happy birthday, Billy Ray. Glad you’re still around to enjoy it.

Billy Ray Bates — aka “Dunk” — was a forerunner to modern enigmas including J.R. Rider, Harold Miner and Darius Miles. A high-flying 6-4 guard, he had all of the tools, but never was able to put it all together. His story is fascinating. Happy birthday, Billy Ray. Glad you’re still around to enjoy it.

You know why.

You know why.

Yes, Clyde Drexler actually wore red Roos. Now somebody buy them for me.

Yes, Clyde Drexler actually wore red Roos. Now somebody buy them for me.

Yes, Rasheed Wallace once wore a pair of NIKE ACG Ptarmigans in a game. Gore-Texin’ to death.

Yes, Rasheed Wallace once wore a pair of NIKE ACG Ptarmigans in a game. Gore-Texin’ to death.