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The Phillie Phanatic has advice for Chuck the Condor
The Clippers' new mascot Chuck the Condor has had a rough landing with fans. The original Phillie Phanatic has some tips on how to be endearing.
Los Angeles Clippers new mascot, a California Condor named Chuck, comes down from the rafters after being introduced during halftime of an NBA basketball game between the Clippers and the Brooklyn Nets, Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Los Angeles Clippers new mascot, a California Condor named Chuck, comes down from the rafters after being introduced during halftime of an NBA basketball game between the Clippers and the Brooklyn Nets, Monday, Feb. 29, 2016, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
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The Clippers' new mascot Chuck the Condor has had a rough landing with fans. The original Phillie Phanatic has some tips on how to be endearing.

The Clippers' hoped he would soar into the hearts of fans.

But their new mascot Chuck the Condor is getting roasted online.

The Clippers' owner also got feedback from some pretty big celebrities.

Is there any way this bird can get some love instead of fans wanting to give him the bird?

Take Two gets some expert advice from mascot royalty, the Phillie Phanatic.

Seriously.

But when the Phanatic is not on the field, he takes on the alter ego of David Raymond, who helps train sports mascots and was the first person to play the Phanatic.