The Seattle SuperSonics have been wearing jerseys from their 1969-70 season to commemorate their 35-year history. The Sonics won their only NBA championship in 1979, defeating the Washington Bullets four games to three.

NBA.com talked to a few Sonics legends to get their take on the history of the team.

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Jack Sikma played seven seasons in Seattle from 1977-1986, winning an NBA title in 1979. He is currently a Sonics special assignments coach.

What is it like for you to be part of the history of this team?
"I'm very proud that I was part of an era that had its only championship and a very successful time with the SuperSonics. (We were) viewed by many as the best team that the Sonics ever had. We were involved in moving the bar to where the Sonics were a legitimate contender for the championship. It was a pivotal time for where that franchise could go. We got it going in the right direction."

What was it like to play for the Sonics in the 70's and 80's?
"Seattle was just coming into its own as a city and beginning to grow and expand. There was a personal tie between the front row fans and the players. That team and this town were really well connected. It made it more satisfying because you shared your success with so many. That made it real special."

Best Sonics memory?
"They show it during the pre-game now. (In the 1979Finals), after time ran out in Washington and Gus Williams throws the ball in the air, and we have a group hug. It reinforced the message that we were really together. Not winning the year before added emotion to it and we got a chance to correct it by getting it right the second time."

What was it like to taste that success so early with two Finals appearances in your first two seasons?
"I knew it was tough to get there. I thought it was special. It was helpful and added to your confidence and experience for the rest of your career. I was fortunate to have veterans around me and to be able to soak up all I could."

Do you see guys from the championship team much now?
"I've made many good friends and was close to many teammates and that was a special group, a good group of guys. A lot of fun, great veteran leadership. We've gotten together a couple of times since the championship and it doesn't take long to break the ice and be close to where we were."

On the Sonics honoring the team history:
"The new owner has been very receptable to bringing back the history of the team. You can't build a house without a foundation. It makes me feel good that they havent forgotten us."

On playing in Seattle:
"It finally caught fire. Somewhere along the way, we had a little to do with it. We had a great following and the team still gets a lot of support...Seattle isn't Seattle without the SuperSonics."

Best Sonics memory?
"I always remember playing against the Detroit Pistons in 1975. We were down 8 points with 2 minutes and 34 seconds left. I stole 3 balls. (Coach) Bill Russell called timeout and called a triple pick for Fred Brown. I said, 'No coach, I'm gonna shoot it'. So I broke open behind the three-point line....and the wind blew it in."

Players now wear headbands...is that a tribute to you?
"I've seen Ray Allen with a headband on, and I thought it was neat for a second. One game the Philadelphia 76ers came to town and they all had on headbands and they all gave me a hug. It makes you feel good."

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