Duncan (the Big King) paired with Parker and Ginobili (the Little Kings); the GDP trio kept the Spurs perennial, the most classic triangle in the NBA.
After entering in 1984 as a scoring champ, Jordan spent years missing the Finals; Jackson’s triangle and Pippen’s rise turned him from hero to core, fulfilled in 1991.
Tony Parker joined Tim Duncan and Manu Ginóbili to form the famed "GDP," winning four titles over nearly two decades — the NBA’s most enduring championship core.
O’Neal joined in 1996; Phil Jackson’s triangle arrived in 1999; the 2000 title opened LA’s new-century dynasty.