NBA Overtime: Isiah Thomas

Isiah Thomas is a retired American professional basketball player in the National Basketball Association (NBA), and is the former head coach of the NBA's New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers. He was also referred to by the nicknames Zeke, Cuts (for the numerous cuts over his eyelids), The Baby-faced Assassin, The Smiling Assassin, and Tuss. During the NBA's 50th anniversary, the former Detroit Pistons point guard was named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History. The nickname "smiling assassin" was given for his reputation as a fierce competitor on the court.

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