8. Oscar Robertson

Oscar Robertson is an important figure not only for his athletic accomplishments but for what he stands for socially. Robertson's career was plagued with racism but he continued to impress on and off the court his smooth play and poised demeanor, not to mention he's one of the best all-around NBA players to ever get the opportunity to play the game. Robertson was drafted by the ABA's Cincinnati Royals in 1960 and later became a member of the Milwaukee Bucks in 1970.

In 1963, Oscar Robertson became the first player ever to average a triple-double throughout an entire season, a record he held alone until Russell Westbrook's amazing 2016 NBA season performance. Robertson also helped the Bucks earn their first ever and only NBA Championship in 1971. Robertson also was a one-time NBA MVP in 1964 and made twelve NBA All-Star appearances. The Big O will forever be a legend in the sports realm.

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