What. Is. That?
That's the reaction I had coming across this gem of a photo in the Suns.com archives. The guy on the right is Alvan Adams, the Suns' former center, 1976 NBA Rookie of the Year, and team captain.
The guy on the left? That eerie Friday the 13th lookalike is Lloyd Neal, a 6-7 forward for the Portland Trail Blazers. The mask is in place to protect a broken cheekbone, but the visual effect adds the extra perk of intimidation.
Of course, back in those days, medical solutions were more about solutions than styles.