VIII- 1988-93 & 1996: His Royal Airness Lord Michael of Chicago (Chicago Skywalker)
Challengers: Magic Johnson, Hakeem Olajuwon, Clyde Drexler, Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing
Soaring above his Kingdom like no other King before or since, this young Skywalker defied the traditional way to rule the Basketball Universe with his variety of Aerial Attacks against all comers. His Airness' first reign was a March through the NBA that showed no mercy. First, His Airness along with Elder Philip and Pippen the Versatile conquered the Motor City Barbarians and sent them home like dogs with tails between their legs. On his Path to the Promise, Lord Michael dethroned Earvin the Great Magician once and for all to take his rightful place in the Basketball Castle. Lord Michael would also torch the likes of Sir Clyde of Portland and Sir Charles of Phoenix while capturing numerous MVP and Scoring Crowns to add to his illustrious Trophy Case of Greatness. Lord Michael of Chicago dominated with Jedi like athleticism and efficiency, something that amazed the Basketball Kingdom. His Army was Bullish as the Windy City Kingdom ran roughshod across the Basketball Countryside, conquering villages big and small. It would seem like the Windy City Reign would last forever, but suddenly His Airness abruptly relinquished his Crown in 1993 to explore the far away lands of Major League Baseball. The throne was vacant until...
IX- 1994-96: Prince Hakeem of Houston "The Dream King"
Challengers: Patrick Ewing, David Robinson, Shaquille O'Neal, Charles Barkley, Karl Malone
At just the age of 23, young Prince Hakeem (Akeem at the time) would show that he was destined for greatness right away. The silent assassin would lead his Rocket Army into battle against the Celts Emerald Kingdom, but Larry the Legendary and his knights were at the peak of their powers as they obliterated the young Nigerian Warrior and his troops. As Prince Hakeem recharged in the lowlands of Texas, he witnessed his contemporary Lord Michael Jeffrey of Chicago supplant him as the heir apparent to Magic and Bird. However, the Chicago Skywalker would explore new lands after conquering the Land of Basketball for the third straight year. Without making a sound, Prince Hakeem would seize the Basketball Throne as his Dream became a reality. Prince Hakeem the Dream King conquered International rival St. Patrick Ewing of Jamaica as the Rockets of Houston defeated the Knicks of Yorkshire. This was Hakeem's revenge for their encounter in the Land of the NCAA in 1984. Along the way, the Dream King would capture the NBA MVP and second straight Defensive Player of the Year while winning his first Finals MVP Award. The Dream King finally brought the Basketball Crown to the Land of Houston, Texas. The Rockets of Houston would refuel after a slow start by reuniting Prince Hakeem with his fellow College soldier Clyde the Glide Drexler from their Phi Slamma Jamma days. The Dream King would conquer the likes of Sir Charles of Phoenix, Sir Karl Malone and Sir John Stockton of Utah and MVP David the Admiral of San Antonio on his way to another Battle in the Finals. In the Finals, Prince Hakeem would conquer Shaquilla The Hun of Orlando as the Rocket Army would conquer the Magic Army of Orlando. The Dream King would rule with his mighty sword over the Basketball World for two full Seasons...
1996-'98: Return of the Ruler
The Dream King would descend just as fast as he had risen, because the Ruler returned to reclaim his Throne. Michael rejoined Zenmaster Phillip and Pippen the Versatile en route to winning another three straight Championships, becoming the first King since Emperor William of Boston to win in his final battle.
X- 1999-2005: Shaquilla The Hun "His Royal Dominance"
Challengers: Tim Duncan, Kevin Garnett, Kobe Bryant, Allen Iverson, Karl Malone
Rising from the Mongol Swamps of Louisiana, this great 7'1" force could move many mountains (including Mt. Mutombo and others) along with backboards. Shaquilla The Hun traveled from the Magic Land of Orlando to the Western City of Angels known as Los Angeles to revive the Great Western Dynasty. With a power that could not be matched, Shaquilla was both the Irresistable Force and the Immovable Object. This was a King of Epic Proportions, the kind that the Basketball Universe had not seen since the likes of King Wilt and Kareem the Wise. With his young Warrior sidekick Prince Kobe by his side, Shaquilla the Hun would lead the Lakers of Los Angeles to three straight Championships. His dominance in battle was reminiscent of Lord Michael Jeffrey of Chicago during his early reign from 1991-1993. Although Shaquilla's reign was magnificent, it was cut short. Perhaps due to injuries and the inner conflict between him and his successor. Their in-fighting led to a fracture in the Western Dynasty as Shaquilla The Hun would relinquish his throne as the Southwestern Dynasty was born...
XI- 2003-2008: Kaiser Duncan The Fundamental
Challengers: Shaquille O'Neal, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Garnett, Dirk Nowitzki, Tracy McGrady
Known by many as Timmy the Fundamental, this quiet and selfless King's attitude and devotion to Country led to his army's machine like annihilation of what seemed to be more high powered adversaries. Kaiser Duncan's Greatest and Most reliable weapon was his deadly bank shot, which helped him conquer even the greatest of foes. While showing undying loyalty to the land of San Antonio, many still believe the Southwestern Reign in San Antonio to be greatest of them all. Kaiser Duncan and his soldiers fought with precision, defense and fundamentals as they functioned like a well-oiled machine ready to destroy. Though his reign lacked the pomp and circumstance of his predecessors, few since Kareem the Wise could match King Duncan's discipline and ability to see the greater picture. The Spurs of San Antonio would become one of the most respected Dynasties in the Land of Basketball.
XII- 2006-2011: Caesar Kobe
Challengers: LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, Dirk Nowitzki, Kevin Garnett, Dwight Howard
As Shaquilla The Hun led the Great Western Dynasty in the early 2000's, there was an ambitious young prince that battled by his side. This prince was known as Caesar Kobe of Los Angeles. Young Kobe was a prince that had a ruthless approach to winning, while also dividing other troops. Caesar Kobe pulled the ultimate betrayal among warriors in 2004 when he orchestrated a coup to have Shaquilla The Hun removed from his throne in the Great Western Dynasty. After a year of Exile from the land of the Playoffs (The Year of the Eagle), Caesar Kobe reemerged as the Black Mamba and sunk his teeth into his true greatness for the next five seasons restoring power to the Great Western Dynasty in 2009 and 2010. During this Era, there was a younger King that fought for Caesar Kobe's throne as the Land of Basketball would never be the same...
XIII- 2006-Present: King James The Chose One "The Decider"
Challengers: Kobe Bryant, Dwyane Wade, Kevin Garnett, Kevin Durant, Dwight Howard, Tim Duncan, Derrick Rose, Stephen Curry
The Current King is unlike many others. His talents are never to be denied, but his motives have often left others wondering. King James made his arrival in 2003, as he would take the Basketball Land by storm. He was a force to be reckoned with, shades of Lord Michael of Chicago, Larry the Legendary and Earvin the Magician. During his initial reign in Cleveland, King James led his army to battle against the Great Southwestern Dynasty, where they would fall to the machine led by Kaiser Duncan, along with Sir Ginobili of Spain and Sir Parker of France. Young LeBron would also win back to back MVP Crowns. After carrying his army as far as he could for seven grueling seasons, King James left his Homeland of Cleveland for the South Beach Kingdom with a Decision that rocked the Basketball World to its very core. Many viewed him as a vagabond with no desire to take over the throne or have any stability. After being humbled in defeat by the Maverick Army of Dallas, King James reasserted himself to claim his rightful place on the Basketball Throne with two successful reigns in the Land of South Beach. When the South Beach Kingdom began to crumble, King James returned to his Homeland of Cleveland to lead the lowly Cavalier Army to the Mountaintop as they conquered the Golden Armored Warriors to claim their first Crown. King James led the Land of Cleveland to the Promise Land as he cemented his place among the Greatest Kings in the History of Basketball Land.
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