Detroit Pistons: Ranking the top jerseys of all-time

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PHOENIX – 1997: Grant Hill #4 of the Detroit Pistons smiles circa 1997 at America West Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 1997 NBAE (Photo by Sam Forencich/NBAE via Getty Images) /

1. The teal horse

It is, perhaps, the most unique NBA jersey ever created. It’s a fan-favorite at college party’s, Detroit sporting events and watch party’s all over.

The teal jerseys were worn from 1996-2001 and are incredibly popular among the younger generations of the fanbase. Although those that dislike the uniform is due to the decline to mediocrity.

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Doug Collins led the Pistons to a 54-28 record behind Hill, Dumars, Hunter, Mills, Thorpe and Aaron McKie, among others, during the 1996-97 season. This was the year the jerseys debuted.

Collins was fired mid-season the following year, allowing Alvin Gentry to take over. The Pistons finished 37-45. During the lockout season in 1998-99, Detroit went 29-21. A 42-40 season followed before the final of year of the jerseys yielded a disappointing 32-50 season under the direction of George Irvine.

The 2000-01 team featured rookie Mateen Cleaves out of Michigan State, Ben Wallace and Jerry Stackhouse, which is another popular teal jersey seen around the country.

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