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These Legendary Seattle Athletes Deserve Their Own Statues
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The Glove still rules: Gary Payton reflects ahead of Hall of Fame
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Handing Out Awards for Every NBA Team This Season
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Departure from Seattle bad memory for Gary Payton - The Boston Globe
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Gary Payton highlights handful of former Sonics voted to NBA's
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Legends Profile: Karl Malone
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Gary Payton Received a 'Wake Up Call' as a Rookie When His Own
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NBA Playoff MVPs: Picking a Playoff MVP for every year in NBA history
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The Hustler The surprising Sonics are taking their cue from brash
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Highlight] Jeff Van Gundy: Congratulations to you on truly a Hall
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Gary Payton highlights handful of former Sonics voted to NBA's
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The Most Deserving Player for Each NBA Franchise's Next Jersey
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NBA Hall of Famer Gary Payton honored at Seattle SuperHawks game