The Next Generation in the NBA Eventually, the NBA's brightest stars will fade from the sky. Great players come and go. Most new players wait, ready to carry on their tradition. Wilt Chamberlain and Russell were 2 of the best centers the game has ever seen. Bob Cousy, Oscar Robertson and Jerry West were the smoothest guards in the 50's and 60's. Earl "The Pearl" Monroe and Walt Frazier dazzled fans in the 70's. The 80's, …showed first 75 words of 1138 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1138 total…in more than one category. Damon Staudamire and Grant Hill have broken all the rules. The are the future of the NBA. They are responsible for keeping young fans interested and attending games. Past NBA players only wish there were more young athletes like Damon and Grant. Staudamire and Hill have competed with great enthusiasm and responded to all challenges. As long as Damon and Grant are on highlight reels, the NBA will stay alive.