Charles Barkley’s post-game routine included a surprising twist. According to former Philadelphia 76ers equipment manager Allen Lumpkin, Barkley often took showers with his jersey still on—an unusual tradition observed whenever the team faced back-to-back games.

Stephen Curry voiced a question in 2016 that would become painfully significant: “If we don’t win the championship, what good is 73?” Despite the Golden State Warriors’ historic regular-season triumph, Curry’s concerns ultimately came true.

Several years ago, NBA legend Julius Erving offered his perspective on Kevin Durant, described in one news feed as a Houston Rockets star. Though detailed content remains behind a paywall, the article underscores the enduring conversation between basketball greats across different eras.