Dennis Rodman
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Dennis Rodman
Rodman was basketball's ultimate wild card - you never knew if he'd dominate the boards or get ejected for head-butting ...
WHY WE HATE HIM
Rodman was basketball's ultimate wild card - you never knew if he'd dominate the boards or get ejected for head-butting a referee. His antics overshadowed his incredible rebounding because he made everything about himself. The wedding dress, the colored hair, the Madonna drama, disappearing to Vegas mid-playoffs - he was chaos incarnate. Even on championship teams, he was a distraction that somehow worked.
VILLAIN RESUME
TIMELINE OF TERROR
Sat Out Playoff Game
Refused to enter Game 7 against Blazers, sitting in locker room while Pistons fought without him.
Spurs Falling Out
Began feuding with Spurs organization and David Robinson, leading to bizarre behavior and eventual trade.
Kicked Cameraman
Kicked courtside cameraman in groin during game, drawing 11-game suspension and $200K fine.
Vegas Trip During Finals
Got permission from Phil Jackson to go to Vegas between Finals games, partying while team prepared.
Lakers Disaster
Lasted just 23 games with Lakers before being released after multiple incidents and poor play.
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GREATEST VILLAIN MOMENT
"January 15, 1997: Rodman head-butted referee Ted Bernhardt during a Bulls-Nets game and received an 11-game suspension. The image of the ref stumbling backward while Rodman was immediately ejected perfectly captured his chaos. It cost the Bulls momentum during their championship run, but somehow they still won the title. Only Rodman could assault an official and still be remembered fondly."
THE DEFENSE
Dennis Rodman was the greatest rebounder in NBA history and a key component of five championship teams. His rebounding and defense were elite, and his intensity helped define winning basketball. The off-court antics were entertainment that brought attention to the league. He played the villain role perfectly while delivering championship-level performance when it mattered most.
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