Erick Dampier Hits a Three-Pointer, First since Rookie Year

The above video at first glance appears to be rather mundane as Dallas Mavericks center Erick Dampier hits a three-pointer nearing the end of the Dallas-San Antonio affair last Thursday.

However, that is Dampier's first three pointer since his rookie season. How long has it been since he hit a three in an NBA game? 12 years.

To put it in perspective, here are some quick facts about 1996:

-> The Bulls went 72-10 in 1996 for the best record in NBA History
-> Independence Day was the top grossing film of the year
-> Alanis Morissette's Jagged Little Pill was the top selling album of the year
-> E.R. was the top TV show based on ratings, (Note: George Clooney version)

(Courtesy of Mavs Moneyball)