Perkins played for the Dallas Mavericks, Los Angeles Lakers, Seattle SuperSonics, and Indiana Pacers, respectively. Roy's NBA debut was in his hometown against the Seattle SuperSonics. In November 1981, the Pistons acquired Vinnie Johnson in a trade with the Seattle SuperSonics. Payton was the second overall pick in the 1990 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics. Christie was selected 17th overall in the 1992 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics. Payton feuded with Howard Schultz, who bought the SuperSonics in 2001. Luke was picked 14th in the 2003 NBA draft by the Seattle SuperSonics. Jordan scored 45 points against the Seattle SuperSonics twice. This was the first playoff meeting between the Timberwolves and the SuperSonics. Wilkens was traded to the Seattle SuperSonics for Walt Hazzard and spent four seasons there. He coached four NBA teams, most recently with the Seattle SuperSonics. Brent spent 4 seasons with the Seattle SuperSonics. The 1996 NBA Finals would be the last Finals appearance of the Seattle SuperSonics. He was also head coach of the Seattle SuperSonics and the Sacramento Kings. For details on Seattle SuperSonics history, see "Seattle SuperSonics records".