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LOS ANGELES, CA – JULY 14: Dennis Rodman attends the Comedy Central Roast Of Bruce Willis on July 14, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/WireImage)
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LOS ANGELES, CA – JULY 14: Dennis Rodman attends the Comedy Central Roast Of Bruce Willis on July 14, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Tommaso Boddi/WireImage)
Dennis Rodman had an incredible NBA career spanning 14 years. For his achievements and contributions to the NBA, he was selected among the top 75 players in NBA history. Rodman attended the NBA’s 75th-anniversary ceremony in Cleveland, joining a host of former and current NBA greats such as Michael Jordan and LeBron James. However, he was seen disrespecting the NBA 75 jacket he received during the event.
‘The Worm’ played for some of the best teams during his time, winning five NBA championships. He was a part of the Detroit Pistons‘ golden era, which won two straight NBA championships.
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Feb 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Dennis Rodman (left) and Michael Jordan (right) at halftime during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Rodman then also won a three-peat with Chicago Bulls, alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. He also got the opportunity to play alongside Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal at the Lakers. He had a successful career and was rightfully selected among the top 75 players in NBA history.
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During the NBA 75th anniversary, he threw his NBA 75 jacket while posing for a picture with LeBron James’ Banana Boat team and Stephen Curry. This enraged fans on social media, who in turn slammed him for his actions.
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NBA Twitter slams Dennis Rodman for disrespecting NBA 75 jacket with LeBron James & Steph Curry in presence
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Feb 20, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Team LeBron forward LeBron James celebrates after making the game winning shot with Team LeBron guard Stephen Curry (30) and Team LeBron guard Fred VanVleet (23) during the 2022 NBA All-Star Game at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports
Former Bulls star, Rodman, attended NBA’s 75-anniversary festivities during the All-Star game on Sunday. During the ceremony, Rodman tried to photobomb LeBron James’ Banana Boat team and Stephen Curry. However, due to some reason, ‘The Worm’ decided to remove his jacket before posing for a picture. This clip went viral on social media and enraged NBA fans. Following are some of the reactions to the incident.
Stop inviting Rodman places lol, just ask him to send in a video saying thanks
— IceBergFlex 🇭🇹💬 (@HPFresh) February 22, 2022
Rodman flung that jacket off his back and threw his arms up like 💀💀 pic.twitter.com/ndCWTW6ziM
— if you no chop dey go talk (@ZaddyO_iGBO) February 22, 2022
Dennis said, "F**K, that suit jacket.Time to get loose and party!!! 😅😅😅😅😅 pic.twitter.com/hjFoZ7b0jx
— MAs SonnyBoy (@spiderman2u) February 22, 2022
Only Rodman gets a 75 greatest NBA player of all time jacket and throws it on the floor for a picture SMH. 🤦🏾♂️
— Shawn”He Ain”t Lyin” 👨🏾💻💪🏾♒👑 (@Shawn50220) February 22, 2022
Paul and Melo didn't want him in their photos 😅 https://t.co/Vnq90oJZss
— more ice 🍨 (@Maurice1Charles) February 22, 2022
Looking like a straight wrestling promo https://t.co/CVwDMbJbf5
— Coldblooded J (@ColdBloodedJ) February 22, 2022
Rodman ruining the pic lowkey https://t.co/dVOV1OsXzr
— . (@JordieHoffa_) February 22, 2022
Dennis don't give a fuck about no damn jacket☠️☠️☠️ https://t.co/DRfglPu1PV
— D-Boy (@big_heavy76) February 22, 2022
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Melo say “Dennis are you shittin me ??” 😭😭😭 https://t.co/qIpiwy9kBy
— honeybee (@rylorey) February 22, 2022
Banana Boat team members such as LeBron, Chris Paul, Dwyane Wade, and Carmelo Anthony were posing for a group picture alongside Steph Curry and Ray Allen. Rodman tried to be a part of the group photo, and everyone appeared excited about him joining them. However, everyone was surprised to see Rodman throwing the NBA 75 jacket away.
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But Rodman didn’t care much about the coat and preferred to be photographed in his black hoodie instead. What do you think of Rodman’s actions? Let us know in the comment section below.
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