Vernon Maxwell is a beloved figure among fans of the Houston Rockets and basketball lovers worldwide. Known for his penchant for hitting big shots and a willingness to engage in trash talk and fisticuffs at any given moment, "Mad Max" was a cult favorite during the 1990s.
Maxwell, originally drafted by the Denver Nuggets, was acquired by the San Antonio Spurs in 1988 and found his way to a rebuilding Rockets in 1990. Maxwell emerged as a great fit next to franchise icon Hakeem Olajuwon, as the duo would lead the Rockets to the franchise's first title in 1994.