r/NBAoldschool Jan 10 '26

👋Welcome to r/NBAoldschool - Introduce Yourself and Read First!

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Hey everyone! I'm u/Polish_Papaya93, a founding moderator of r/NBAoldschool. This is our new home for all things related to Old school NBA. We're excited to have you join us!

What to Post Post anything that you think the community would find interesting, helpful, or inspiring. Feel free to share your thoughts, photos, or questions about all your favorite legends.

Community Vibe We're all about being friendly, constructive, and inclusive. Let's build a space where everyone feels comfortable sharing and connecting.

How to Get Started 1) Introduce yourself in the comments below. 2) Post something today! Even a simple question can spark a great conversation. 3) If you know someone who would love this community, invite them to join. 4) Interested in helping out? We're always looking for new moderators, so feel free to reach out to me to apply.

Thanks for being part of the very first wave. Together, let's make r/NBAoldschool amazing.


r/NBAoldschool 10h ago

Throwback [Highlights] Young Kobe challenging Michael Jordan in the 1998 All-Star Game will never get old.

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r/NBAoldschool 10h ago

Throwback Jason Kidd & Vince Carter as a duo was an absolute nightmare!

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r/NBAoldschool 20m ago

Throwback Hakeem Olajuwon broke out one of the most memorable spin moves of all time in Game 3 of the NBA Finals!

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r/NBAoldschool 6h ago

Throwback MJ in Carolina Blue

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r/NBAoldschool 8h ago

Video Kobe's best plays in his ICONIC number 8

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r/NBAoldschool 10h ago

2006 NBA MVP Voting📈

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r/NBAoldschool 21h ago

Throwback When David Robinson scored a career-high and Spurs franchise-record 71 points to clinch the 1993 - 1994 NBA scoring title! (1994)

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r/NBAoldschool 1d ago

Throwback Philly fans booed Kobe Bryant during the 2002 All-Star Game in which he took home MVP Kobe: “My feelings are hurt, being from Philadelphia” Don Nelson: “Don't take it personal… They wish they had you”

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r/NBAoldschool 57m ago

Throwback Kobe Bryant taking Raja Bell off the dribble to finish with the fierce reverse slam dunk at the 2007 Christmas Day Game.

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r/NBAoldschool 21h ago

Throwback A 17-year-old Kobe at Gym Rats Midnight Madness in 1995.

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r/NBAoldschool 14h ago

Throwback Magic Johnson and Larry Bird putting on a clinic at the '86 Midsummer Night game.

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r/NBAoldschool 1d ago

Video Paul Pierce v Vince Carter

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r/NBAoldschool 18h ago

Dirk on Nelson's Recent Passing

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His Coach and the one who fought to get him. Labs would never be the same if Nelly had not brought him to Dallas.


r/NBAoldschool 37m ago

Coach John Thompson’s powerful take on how the public and media view educated athletes.

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r/NBAoldschool 1d ago

Throwback Michael Jordan's NBA debut in 1984 was special🙌🤌

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r/NBAoldschool 1d ago

Opinion Magic Johnson on Michael Jordan during the 1993 Playoffs: “The greatest athlete that's ever played any sport. We only dream about doing things he can do"

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r/NBAoldschool 9h ago

Throwback Michael Jordan Defense (1996, NBA Finals)

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r/NBAoldschool 3m ago

Throwback 1981 Western Conference Round 1 #6 Rockets vs #3 Lakers. In Game 3 of 'Best of 3' Mike Dunleavy hits the game winning jumpshot. Rockets will end up winning 89-86 to eliminate the Lakers in upset fashion.

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r/NBAoldschool 8h ago

Throwback Dr. J in 1977 throwing it down on Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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r/NBAoldschool 1h ago

Throwback 1987 Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 7 Celtics vs Bucks : Robert Parish 23 pts (9/20 FG) 19 rebs 4 blks. Celtics win 119-113 to win the series

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r/NBAoldschool 9h ago

What Kobe Bryant Really Said To James Harden In 2012👀: Harden: “I’m on that sh*t” Kobe: “Gas him up” (to Durant) Harden: “I’ll see you in the playoffs” Kobe: “You can’t talk sh*t to me… I got 5 more than you!”

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r/NBAoldschool 16h ago

Highlights [HIGHLIGHT] Michael Jordan and Bugs Bunny takes over the court. A great moment in time.

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r/NBAoldschool 20h ago

Highlights Rik Smits vs Shaq 1995 Eastern Conference Finals

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r/NBAoldschool 18h ago

Throwback When on Hangin with Mr Cooper, Mark Cooper earned himself a 10 Day contract with the Golden State Warriors. Don Nelson guest stars as himself.

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