The "Greek Freak" and other problematic nicknames
“King James”. “Superman”. “Danaconda” (me). It’s not often that a self-given nickname sticks. Most nicknames in sports are bestowed by fans or commentators with no real knowledge of who the player is off the court, and that’s problematic. I’ve compiled a list of nicknames thrust onto players who never had the chance to reject them. So here they are: “Pistol” Pete Maravich While Pete Maravich was a quick and stylish point guard, I take issue with the name “Pistol” because it p