The unpredictable and eccentric Hall of Famer Dennis Rodman had a storied career. The Worm was part of multiple historic teams throughout his illustrious career. However, his stint with the San Antonio Spurs was the most tumultuous and brief period of his NBA journey. After arriving from Detroit in 1992, Rodman and his newfound brazen personality clashed with many of his fellow teammates, including a very decorated superstar.

In an interview from 1993, on his return to Detroit after getting traded to the San Antonio Spurs, Dennis Rodman reflected on his new team and city. While talking about his new teammates, Rodman didn’t miss out on commenting on the 7’1” center David Robinson. However, the Worm didn’t hesitate to throw slight shade at his new teammate when he spoke about the Admiral.

Dennis Rodman echoed his differences with teammate David Robinson

After an eventful stint with the Detroit Pistons for over six seasons, Dennis Rodman made his way to the lone star state of Texas. Rodman arrived in San Antonio in 1993 and geared up for the 1993-94 season. The highlight of the season for the former Pistons star was his return to Detroit. In an interview before the game, Rodman sat down and talked about his return, the Spurs, and David Robinson.

In the 1993 interview, Rodman reflected on his personal and professional standing with his new team. Moreover, he talked about the team’s potential and his then-optimistic view of the future. When asked who understands him the most on his new squad, Rodman gave quite the answer. He replied, “I think David really knows the type of person I really am.” He added,?” He’s the type of person that goes to church every Sunday; I am the type of person that does other things diffrently, you know I wanna do things my way, and he does things the right way.”?

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Rodman’s answer, a far cry from what the question intended to seek, revealed his early differences with David Robinson and the Spurs squad. However, after his subtle shade, Rodman also included some praise for the 7’1” Hall of Famer.

Soon afterwards, things would take a turn for the worse for Rodman in San Antonio. Despite having Hall of Fame seasons, Rodman found himself on the road again after just two seasons with the Spurs.

Dennis Rodman’s failed stint with the San Antonio Spurs

Despite winning two championships with the Pistons, Rodman requested a trade in 1992 after nearly taking his own life. The Pistons traded him to the Spurs for a couple of starters and a 1996 first-round pick. His first season saw Rodman playing 79 games and starting in most of them.

Moreover, he bagged his third straight rebounding title after averaging 17.3 boards for the season. The Spurs were also competitive by winning over 55 games, but they came short in the playoffs.

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However, after multiple suspensions and run-ins with the front office and coaching staff the following season, Rodman got traded to the Chicago Bulls. Although Robinson and the Spurs were relieved after getting rid of him, Rodman got the last laugh.

Rodman, alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen, won three championships for the Bulls and cemented himself among the game’s greats.