Hip Hop was the

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character, Hip Hop usually entertained Sixers fans during halftime and time-outs by performing

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s from a trampoline, often over an item or person, such as a motorcycle, a Sixer Dancer, a fan, or a ladder. Hip Hop also appeared at various Sixers publicity events and fundraisers. Assisting Hip Hop at every home game were a sidekick, Lil Hip Hop, and a group of helpers, known as the Hare Raisers. It was revealed Hip-Hop would not be returning post lockout under new Sixers ownership. The decision was unanimous from the new owners.

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