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The San Antonio Spurs disbanded their Silver Dancers group in 2018. This decision marked a structural shift within the league as only one franchise currently operates without any form of traditional dancer presence.
Paula Abdul served as a Laker Girl during the 1980s before becoming a singer and television personality. Tina Landon also danced for the Lakers in the same decade and later worked as a choreographer and celebrity trainer.
The Toronto Raptors transitioned from Dance Pak to North Side Crew during the 2005, 06 season. This change occurred alongside other roster updates made by franchises like the Denver Nuggets for the 2009, 10 season.
NBA dance squads participate regularly in charity work and fundraising events throughout their seasons. Fans often see these groups at hospital visits, food drives, and neighborhood celebrations across the United States and Canada.
Each NBA team maintains its own independent dance squad under separate management structures. The National Basketball Association does not centrally manage these groups despite shared branding elements.