A ripple of laughter and fond memories: Dinwiddie channels Lakers legends with a retro style.
No, these are not two pictures of Wilt Chamberlain or Spencer Dinwiddie (Via Lakers Nation)
As he exited the arena, fans were transported back to the glorious days of the 1970s and 1980s. His outfit, that confident demeanor—fans couldn’t help but question their eyesight, wondering if a Lakers icon had just walked past them. Was that Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, or Jerry West?
A video that has been circulating online captures Dinwiddie among fans, his presence evoking the legendary aura of the Lakers stars. His resemblance to the iconic figures from HBO’s “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty” had fans doing a double-take, marveling at how closely he mirrors the basketball giants of that era.
In his first game as a Laker, Dinwiddie scored six points and provided seven assists coming off the bench against the Pistons. This performance is a positive sign for the Lakers, as his ability to create scoring opportunities was exactly what they needed to strengthen their bench.
First game as a Laker ✅ pic.twitter.com/RSFZk8CLNA
However, fans aren’t exactly thrilled about these statistics from Spencer Dinwiddie. Their reservations stem from the fact that this game was against the Pistons, who currently rank last in the league. Moreover, scoring six points on 33.3% shooting from the field and 20% from three-point range isn’t exactly captivating.
The Lakers represent more than just a basketball team, they are a cultural phenomenon. Their history is marked by players who went beyond the sport, becoming symbols of style and influencers of popular culture, leaving a lasting impact that extends far beyond the basketball court.
So when Spencer Dinwiddie made his entrance, dressed in the iconic purple and gold, sporting his afro and goatee, it was like a wave of nostalgia washed over the fans. Being a Los Angeles native himself, Dinwiddie struck a chord with many hearts, sparking a sentiment that seemed to resonate with fans—the guy was destined to be a Laker.
**Squinting**Yeah, I guess that’s Wilt Chamberlain https://t.co/Atu5F47r5O
He looks like an actor on “Winning Time” 😂 https://t.co/OltZvlUcBv
They said that’s Norm Nixon 😂😂😂😂😂😂 https://t.co/bcts6BdJcb
It’s Wilt Chamberlain https://t.co/3kqx6pU6Bd
He looks like he could have been on “Good Times” https://t.co/VY95U2llWV
Let’s go Norm Nixon 😂 https://t.co/NYWrtdKjb5
Wilt is still alive https://t.co/mqYyFudAbC
I thought this was a clip from “Winning Time” for a second 😂😂😂😂😂😂 https://t.co/CISQS2EJpy
He just stepped out of a Time Machine. https://t.co/0ygcBuRSBt
I thought this was Dr. J https://t.co/E5yeauKj9K
While Dinwiddie’s arrival at the Lakers may not have been a showstopper, his ability to perfectly embody the Lakers’ look has won over fans. It will be interesting to see what comes next for him and what the veteran has in store.
According to the Source firstsportz.com