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10 Recent NBA Dynasties That Never Were

By Jamal Williams

Basketball: Orlando Magic Shaquille O'Neal (C) happy and pointing with Anfernee Penny Hardaway (R) on bench during game vs Denver Nuggets at Orlando Arena. Orlando, FL 12/14/1994 CREDIT: Ben Van Hook (Photo by Ben Van Hook /Sports Illustrated/Getty Images) (Set Number: X47547 )
Basketball: Orlando Magic Shaquille O'Neal (C) happy and pointing with Anfernee Penny Hardaway (R) on bench during game vs Denver Nuggets at Orlando Arena. Orlando, FL 12/14/1994 CREDIT: Ben Van Hook (Photo by Ben Van Hook /Sports Illustrated/Getty Images) (Set Number: X47547 ) /
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Here’s a look back at 10 great NBA teams that couldn’t live up to their dynasty potential.

Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

The playoffs are underway and the Golden State Warriors are heavily favored to not only repeat but become of one if not the greatest team of all time. With their 73-9 record in the regular season they should be able to run through the rest of their opponents right? However, it got me thinking: What if they don’t accomplish their goal of winning an NBA title? The backlash would be catastrophic!

It may be the biggest disappointment in sports. This idea also got me thinking of other NBA teams that would’ve reached their maximum potential but fell short of hoisting the Larry O’Brien trophy.

Now to be clear, my opinion of a dynasty is a team that has won at least two championships. And although a few of these teams on the list have won a title, I believe that missed opportunities, along with timing, may have played a part in derailing their dynasty aspirations.

So without further ado I present the list of the top 10 NBA dynasties that never were.

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