The Most Hated NBA Players Of 2022
Who are the most hated active NBA players right now? Clearly, this list is totally subjective. A player who is worshipped by fans of one team is likely going to be hated by the fan base of a rival team. That's what makes sports so great: Everyone has an opinion. Now, vote for the athletes you hate the most and rerank this list in any order you want. Your reranks will affect the overall rankings on this list.
Just because a current NBA player is hated, doesn't mean he's a bad player. In some cases, it's quite the opposite: Anyone care to argue that LeBron James isn't one of the greatest current players in the NBA, and possibly one of the best NBA players of all time? If you're a huge NBA fan, you might also want to vote on these lists of the best wing players, power forwards and shooting guards in basketball, too.
- 1Golden State Warriors
Why is he hated?: The history of talking trash and dirty plays hurt the reputation of Draymond.
- 2Brooklyn Nets
Why is he hated?: Ben Simmons bailed on playing for the 76ers and forced his way out via trade, while using a serious issue like "mental health" as a shield against legitimate criticism about his off-season work ethic and shooting ability.
- 3Los Angeles Clippers
Why is he hated?: Has made some dirty plays and shown bad sportsmanship over the years.
- 4Brooklyn Nets
Why is he hated?: The Warriors years and his social media antics led to KD becoming an NBA villain.
- 5Milwaukee Bucks
Why is he hated?: A history of dirty plays has made Allen a hated man in the NBA.
- 6Brooklyn Nets
Why is he hated?: Kyrie's anti-vax stance has unquestionably impacted the Nets for the worse this year.
