Ranking the NBA nicknames
1. New York Knickerbockers : Unique & New York-centric.
2. Boston Celtics : Great name even without 17 titles.
3. Philadelphia 76ers : 89ers would have been good for OKC.
4. Detroit Pistons : Never heard of another Pistons.
5. Atlanta Hawks : Simple & regal.
6. Los Angeles Lakers : Makes no geographic sense but pleasing to the ears.
7. Phoenix Suns : Perfect for the desert.
8. Golden State Warriors : Great na...
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