“I’m Not Going to Utah”: Dominique Wilkins Forced ‘Trade’ Helped Jazz Come Out of Financial Struggles

“I’m Not Going to Utah”: Dominique Wilkins Forced ‘Trade’ Helped Jazz Come Out of Financial Struggles

In the world of the NBA, Dominique Wilkins stands as tall as the ‘Human Highlight Film’, a moniker that the legend earned through his dunks and scoring prowess. The 9x All-Star and Hall of Famer etched his name in the history of the Atlanta Hawks, becoming the franchise’s all-time leading scorer with 23,292 points. Yet, the trajectory of his illustrious career hinged on a pivotal moment. Wilkins’ journey to Atlanta began with the 1982 NBA Draft,…