The NBA continuously gains popularity as more Aussies make their way across the states in hopes of getting drafted. The most recent draftee is Benigo native Dyson Daniels, and preceding him was Josh Giddey. Both stars love the AFL, and most footy fans even have an NBA team they support.
The NBA's history shares a different story as the league learns the ins and outs of the sports business, and only five teams have won more than three championships in its history. It is exceptionally skewed in comparison to the VFL/AFL premiership storyline.
But if you're unsure of which team to support, or are just beginning to take an interest in the NBA, here is part two of our ultimate guide to knowing which NBA team you should support based on your AFL following.
5. Richmond Tigers
Golden State Warriors
The Tigers have achieved one of the more recent dynasties, as have the Golden State Warriors.
The Tigers' Grand Final victories in 2017, 2019 and 2020 are similar to that of the Warriors, who were victorious in 2015, 2017, 2018 and 2022 being their most recent title. The Tigers have a chance to follow that pattern and win in the coming years.
Both teams have had a similar trajectory, with their playoff wins becoming a breakaway and allowing for a drought to be broken.
These teams were in the quiet and were not as relevant compared to now, where they are some of the biggest fan bases in the league.
To no one's surprise, this comes from their superstars Steph Curry and Dustin Martin. Both players are in the top echelon of their respective games, and the accolades speak for themselves.
'Dusty' has won the Norm Smith Medal a record three times, and Curry has won the finals MVP once and league MVP twice. Dusty is one of the greatest players of our generation, and his contribution to the Richmond Football Club will be immortalised.
Curry is in a league of his own when it come to shooting. He has broken the record for most career threes, and once he retires, he will likely never have his record broken by anyone else.
Success comes with fans and haters. The Tigers and Warriors have become more disliked and hated as their success grows, and their players get better.
Jordan Poole and other up-and-comers on the Warriors are like Shai Bolton, who will be the next best players for these teams.