Penny Hardaway - In his Orlando days, he played the best all around basketball that I have ever seen, still to this day. I loved his pass first style and how versatile he was. People forget that he was a world class defender as well. In terms of skill and excellence at playing the game, he's only second to MJ in my book, but Penny will always be my favorite player.
Amazing mixtape of his days in Orlando:
Penny Hardaway Career Mix
MJ - G. O. A. T. Simply the best player to ever play the game. Nothing else needs to be said.
Shawn Kemp - Best in game dunker of all time IMO (with LeBron and VC tied for a very close second). Dude was just an absolute monster. In his prime, he probably had the quickest first step for a guy of his size and he was an excellent pass lane reader and shot blocker. Truth be told; Kemp dunks on you and you seriously reconsider your career as a basketball player.
SPURS - Been a die hard fan before Duncan was even a prospect. I was lucky enough to attend a few games at the Alamodome and got to see David Robinson, Sean Elliott, and Avery Johnson, all in their prime. Incredible place to see a basketball game as it was truly a football stadium. Went to the Riverwalk parade after their first Championship and I'll never forget the atmosphere in the city. Traffic was gridlocked with everyone honking and screaming. That really solidified the Spurs as a lifelong favorite team. Go Spurs Go!