the 50 Most-Hated Players In NBA History List

38. Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf

After initially refusing to stand for the national anthem, Abdul-Rauf worked out a deal with the NBA in which he would stand, but look down, usually praying to himself.

Born Chris Jackson, he changed his name after converting to Islam, which led him to protest the US flag as a symbol of tyranny and oppression.

Political statements are fine. Players just need to be prepared for the backlash that will come with them.

One of my favorite players of all-time. A fucking travesty what they did to him. A fucking travesty. Was a scoring MACHINE.
 
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