Photos: Mascots around the NBA

Chuck the Condor, the Clippers’ new mascot, is lowered to the court during his introduction on Feb. 29.

(Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press)

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Denver Nuggets mascot Rocky the mountain lion is seen during the second half of a game on Jan. 13.

(David Zalubowski / AP)

Cleveland Cavaliers mascot “Moondog” performs during the second half of a game against the the New Orleans Pelicans on Feb. 6.

(Tony Dejak / Associated Press)

Memphis Grizzlies mascot Super Grizz is seen on the court during the second half of a game on Jan. 30.

(Brandon Dill / Associated Press)

Indiana Pacers mascot Boomer is seen in action during the second half of a game against the Milwaukee Bucks on Dec. 31.

(AJ MAST / AP)

San Antonio Spurs mascot The Coyote holds a baby next to a security during a timeout in a game on Jan. 14.

(Larry W. Smith / EPA)

Trail Blazers center Robin Lopez jokes with the Washington Wizards mascot during a timeout in the first half of a game on March 16.

(Rob Carr / Getty Images)

Chicago Bulls mascot Benny the Bull performs during a break in actions on Jan. 1.

(Jonathan Daniel / Getty Images)

Atlanta Hawks mascot Harry the Hawk performs during the first half of a game on Jan. 19.

(Dave Tulis / Associated Press)

The Phoenix Suns Gorilla takes the floor during the third quarter of a game on Feb. 6.

(Rick Scuteri / Associated Press)

Nicki Minaj, left, gets a jersey from Philadelphia 76ers’ mascot, Franklin, during the second half of a game on Jan. 16.

(Chris Szagola / Associated Press)