Big3 Best Players of All Time

Morgan Wolf

Big3 is an exciting and innovative 3-on-3 basketball league that was founded in 2017 by hip hop musician and actor Ice Cube and entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz. The league consists of 12 teams of players made up of former NBA players and international players.

Big3 games have some exciting and unique rules that differ from the official FIBA 3-on-3 basketball rules, providing a unique and entertaining experience for fans. With the intense competition and thrilling games, Big3 is quickly becoming one of the hottest sports leagues in the world.

Table of Contents

1. Charles Oakley

Power forward

Charles Oakley Career

  • NBA All-Star (1994)
  • NBA All-Defensive First Team (1994)
  • NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1998)
  • NBA All-Rookie First Team (1986)
  • NABC Division II Player of the Year (1985)
  • NCAA Division II rebounding leader (1985)

Charles Oakley was a power forward for the Cleveland Cavaliers from 1985 to 2004. He is best known for his physical play on the court and has been suspended multiple times due to altercations with opponents.

After retiring as a player, he began coaching youth basketball in 2010 and 2011. Charles Oakley was born in 1963 in Cleveland, Ohio, and played high school basketball at John Hay High School before attending Virginia Union University where he played college ball.

He was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers with the ninth pick of the 1985 NBA draft and went on to have an illustrious career playing alongside Hall-of-Famers such as Larry Bird and Magic Johnson. 

In 2003, Charles Oakley filed suit against then Cavs owner Gordon Gund over comments made about him following a game that season; this eventually led to a settlement between both parties which forced him into retirement from playing professional basketball altogether Shortly after his retirement, he started coaching youth basketball.

Charles Oakley is a retired professional basketball player who played his entire career with the Chicago Bulls. In 1985, Charles Oakley led NCAA Division II in rebounds and was named NCAA Division II Player of the Year. 

Charles Oakley joined the NBA in 1988 with the Chicago Bulls and quickly became one of their best players, earning All-Star honors four times during his 13-year career. 

After retiring from playing in 2001, Charles Oakley started working as an assistant coach for Charlotte Bobcats before becoming head coach of the Houston Rockets in 2004; he resigned after just two seasons due to health reasons.

Charles Oakley currently lives in Harlem, New York City, and works as a commentator for ESPN shows such as SportsCenter and NBA Countdown.

Also Played For: chicago bulls, new york knicks

2. Lisa Leslie

Los Angeles Sparks

Career

  • Honda Sports Award (1994)
  • 2× WNBA champion (2001, 2002)
  • 2× WNBA Finals MVP (2001, 2002)
  • 3× WNBA MVP (2001, 2004, 2006)
  • 8× WNBA All-Star (1999–2003, 2005, 2006, 2009)
  • 3× WNBA All-Star Game MVP (1999, 2001, 2002)
  • 8× All-WNBA First Team (1997, 2000–2004, 2006, 2008)
  • 4× All-WNBA Second Team (1998, 1999, 2005, 2009)
  • 2× WNBA Defensive Player of the Year (2004, 2008)
  • 2× WNBA All-Defensive First Team (2006, 2008)
  • 2× WNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2005, 2009)
  • WNBA Peak Performer (2004)
  • WNBA 10th Anniversary Team (2006)
  • WNBA 15th Anniversary Team (2011)
  • WNBA 20th Anniversary Team (2016)
  • WNBA 25th Anniversary Team (2021)
  • No. 9 retired by Los Angeles Sparks
  • No. 33 retired by USC
  • FIBA World Championship MVP (2002)

Lisa Leslie was a dominant center in the WNBA for many years. She started her career with the Los Angeles Sparks and won five titles with them. Leslie has also played for the New York Liberty, Minnesota Lynx, Phoenix Mercury, Dallas Wings, and Chicago Sky.

She is a two-time Olympic gold medalist and retired from professional basketball in 2009 after winning another title with the Sparks. Lisa Leslie was a three-time WNBA MVP and two-time champion. 

She is one of only four players in league history to win Defensive Player of the Year twice, and she also won All-Defensive First Team honors on multiple occasions.

Leslie's career spanned 16 seasons and included stints with the Sparks, Trojans, Liberty Flames, New York Liberty, Detroit Shock, and Phoenix Mercury. 

In recognition of her accomplishments both on and off the court, Lisa Leslie was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2018.

Also Played For: big 3, wnba

3. Michael Beasley

Power forward

Michael Beasley Career

  • CBA champion (2019)
  • CBA Foreign MVP (2016)
  • 2× CBA All-Star (2015, 2016)
  • 2× CBA All-Star Game MVP (2015, 2016)
  • NBA All-Rookie First Team (2009)
  • Consensus first-team All-American (2008)
  • USBWA National Freshman of the Year (2008)
  • Pete Newell Big Man Award (2008)
  • Big 12 Player of the Year (2008)
  • First-team All-Big 12 (2008)
  • NCAA rebounding leader (2008)
  • McDonald's All-American Game MVP (2007)
  • Second-team Parade All-American (2006)

Michael Beasley is an American power forward and small forward who has played in the NBA since 2008. He was drafted by the Miami Heat with the 2nd overall pick in the 2008 NBA draft and spent four seasons with them before moving to Minnesota Timberwolves in 2013.

In 2016 he joined the Memphis Grizzlies but was traded to Brooklyn Nets two years later. He announced his retirement from professional basketball on October 10th, 2018 after spending one final season with the Atlanta Hawks.

Michael Beasley was one of the most high-profile players in the NBA during his time on the court.

He had a very successful career, winning numerous awards and accolades along the way. Michael Beasley is remembered for his powerful dunks and alley-oops, as well as his long shooting range from beyond the arc. 

Michael Beasley's off-court troubles have often overshadowed what was otherwise an accomplished basketball career. However, he has since cleaned up his act and moved on to a new team in 2019.

Also Played For: kansas state university, china basketball league

4. Mike Bibby

Mike Bibby Career

  • High school: Shadow Mountain (Phoenix, Arizona)
  • College: Arizona (1996–1998)
  • NBA draft 1998 / Round: 1 / Pick: 2nd overall
  • Selected by the Vancouver Grizzlies
  • Playing career: 1998–2012
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 10, 00, 0, 20
  • Coaching career: 2013–present
  • NBA All-Rookie First Team (1999), NCAA champion (1997), Consensus first-team All-American (1998), Pac-10 Player of the Year (1998), First-team All-Pac-10 (1998), Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (1997), No. 10 retired by Arizona Wildcats, Mr. Basketball USA (1996), First-team Parade All-American (1996), McDonald's All-American (1996)
  • Points: 14,698 (14.7 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,103 (3.1 rpg)
  • Assists: 5,517 (5.5 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  United States, FIBA Americas Championship, : 2003 San Juan: National team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • FIBA Americas Championship
  • : 2003 San Juan: National team

Bibby was a point guard who played in the NBA for 12 seasons. Bibby is best known for his time with the Vancouver Grizzlies, where he led them to two playoff berths and an appearance in the 2006 NBA Finals.

After playing out his contract with Vancouver, Bibby joined the Sacramento Kings, where he spent three seasons before retiring in 2012. 

Since retiring from playing basketball, Bibby has served as head coach of the Reno Bighorns of the D-League and currently coaches at Arizona State University under Herb Sendek.

Mike Bibby was a standout player at Arizona, where he led the Wildcats to an NCAA championship in 1997. 

After playing for five different teams over seven seasons, Bibby joined the Atlanta Hawks in 2008 and helped them reach the playoffs twice. In 2011, Bibby joined the Washington Wizards and led them to their first playoff appearance since 1978.

The following year saw him join Miami Heat and help lead them to two championships - his second (2012) and third overall (2013). 

He then retired from basketball after spending one season with New York Knicks before coaching Shadow Mountain HS as an assistant coach during the 2019-20 school year.

Also Played For: sacramento kings, 2003–04 nba season

5. Reggie Theus

Reggie Theus Career

  • High school: Inglewood (Inglewood, California)
  • College: UNLV (1975–1978)
  • NBA draft 1978 / Round: 1 / Pick: 9th overall
  • Selected by the Chicago Bulls
  • Playing career: 1978–1993
  • Position: Shooting guard / Point guard
  • Number: 24
  • As player:, 2× NBA All-Star (1981, 1983), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1979), No. 23 retired by UNLV Runnin' Rebels, , As coach:, , WAC tournament champion (2007)
  • Points: 19,015 (18.5 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,349 (3.3 rpg)
  • Assists: 6,453 (6.3 apg)

Reggie Theus is the current head coach of Bethune-Cookman Wildcats. He played for the Chicago Bulls in the NBA from 1978 to 1993. Reggie was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame in 2001 and received his NCAA Division I Basketball Hall of Fame plaque in 2006.

In 2011, he was named one of 10 finalists for induction into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame during its 50th anniversary celebration year. Reggie has authored two books: "Reggie's Game" (1998) and "Beyond Belief" (2012). 

He currently resides near Tallahassee, Florida with his wife Virginia and their four children; son Reginald Jr., daughter Tia, twin sons Terrell and Tonye, and granddaughter Amalaiah Reggie Theus was a player for the Chicago Bulls from 1978 to 1984.

He averaged 9.4 points and 4.1 rebounds per game during his career. Reggie Theus then went on to coach with New Mexico State from 2003-2005 before joining Louisville as an assistant from 2005-2007. 

In 2007, he moved to Sacramento where he coached until 2008 when he was hired by Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Rick Adelman as an assistant coach. 

On January 21, 2019, it was announced that Reggie had been named the new head men's basketball coach at Bethune–Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Florida.

6. Al Jefferson

Power forward

Al Jefferson Career

  • High school: Prentiss (Prentiss, Mississippi)
  • NBA draft 2004 / Round: 1 / Pick: 15th overall
  • Selected by the Boston Celtics
  • Playing career: 2004–2018
  • Position: Center / Power forward
  • Number: 8, 7, 25
  • 2004–2007: Boston Celtics
  • 2007–2010: Minnesota Timberwolves
  • 2010–2013: Utah Jazz
  • 2013–2016: Charlotte Bobcats / Hornets
  • 2016–2018: Indiana Pacers
  • 2018: Xinjiang Flying Tigers
  • All-NBA Third Team (2014), NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2005), McDonald's All-American (2004), First-team Parade All-American (2004), Mississippi Mr. Basketball (2004)
  • Points: 14,343 (15.7 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 7,690 (8.4 rpg)
  • Blocks: 1,093 (1.2 bpg)

Al Jefferson is a former NBA center and power forward. He was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 2004 and played for them from 2004-2018. Jefferson had an impressive career with Minnesota Timberwolves before joining the Hornets in 2018.

His 8 seasons with Boston are some of his most successful, as he averaged 18 points and 9 rebounds per game during that time period. 

Jefferson's best season came in 2011-12 when he averaged 24 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 assists per game on 53% shooting from the field (all stats via Basketball-Reference).

After spending one year with Charlotte, Al will now move on to his next chapter - retirement after 20 years of playing professional basketball. 

Al Jefferson was drafted 9th overall in the 2005 NBA Draft by the Utah Jazz. Al Jefferson had an impressive college career at Kentucky, where he won two NCAA Championships and was a Second-team All-American.

In his rookie season with Utah, Jefferson averaged 14 points and 7 rebounds per game. He helped lead the Jazz to their first playoff appearance in over 8 years that year. 

Jefferson continued to be one of the most consistent players for Utah during his time there, averaging 18 points and 10 rebounds per game from 2007-2010 before being traded to Charlotte in 2013.

With Charlotte, Al led them to a Hornets/Bobcats franchise record of 42 wins in 2014 but was later traded again, this time to Indiana midway through the 2016-17 season where he has since played out his final seasons as a Pacer (2018). 

In total, Al has appeared in 1128 games (including playoffs) scoring 24 thousand points and grabbing 16 thousand rebounds along the way - making him one of only 5 players ever with 15000+ points & 7000+ rebound averages.

At 36 years old Al is still playing at a high level; currently averaging 17ppg / 11rpg for Xinjiang Flying Tigers of China's CBA league.

Also Played For: utah jazz, minnesota timberwolves

7. Julius Erving

Julius Erving Career

  • High school: Roosevelt (Roosevelt, New York)
  • College: UMass (1969–1971)
  • NBA draft 1972 / Round: 1 / Pick
  • Selected by the Milwaukee Bucks
  • Playing career: 1971–1987
  • Position: Small forward
  • Number: 32, 6
  • 1971–1973: Virginia Squires
  • 1973–1976: New York Nets
  • 1976–1987: Philadelphia 76ers
  • NBA champion (1983), 2× ABA champion (1974, 1976), 2× ABA Playoffs MVP (1974, 1976), NBA Most Valuable Player (1981), 3× ABA Most Valuable Player (1974–1976), 11× NBA All-Star (1977–1987), 5× ABA All-Star (1972–1976), 2× NBA All-Star Game MVP (1977, 1983), 5× All-NBA First Team (1978, 1980–1983), 2× All-NBA Second Team (1977, 1984), 4× All-ABA First Team (1973–1976), All-ABA Second Team (1972), ABA All-Defensive First Team (1976), ABA All-Rookie First Team (1972), 3× ABA scoring champion (1973, 1974, 1976), ABA Slam Dunk champion (1976), J. Walter Kennedy Citizenship Award (1983), No. 32 retired by Brooklyn Nets, No. 6 retired by Philadelphia 76ers, ABA All-Time Team, NBA anniversary team (35th, 50th, 75th), Third-team All-American – NABC, UPI (1971), No. 32 retired by UMass Minutemen
  • Points: 30,026 (24.2 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 10,525 (8.5 rpg)
  • Assists: 5,176 (4.2 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2006

Julius Erving was a dominant player in the NBA for many years and is widely considered one of the greatest players of all time. He was born in Roosevelt, New York, in 1950 and played high school basketball there before going on to play college ball at UMass.

After being drafted by the Milwaukee Bucks in 1972, Erving spent most of his career with them before moving on to the Philadelphia 76ers later on. Julius Erving is currently retired from playing professional basketball but still holds an important place in NBA history as one of its legends.

Julius Erving is widely considered to be one of the greatest players in NBA history. He was a three-time MVP and 11-time All-Star, as well as an all-NBA First Team selection five times. 

Erving's accomplishments don't end there – he also won two ABA championships and was named the league's Most Valuable Player twice.

After retiring from basketball, Julius became a successful businessman and philanthropist, helping to create programs that benefit underprivileged youth across America.

Also Played For: brooklyn nets, small forward

8. Kenyon Martin

Power forward

Kenyon Martin Career

  • High school: Bryan Adams (Dallas, Texas)
  • College: Cincinnati (1996–2000)
  • NBA draft 2000 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1st overall
  • Selected by the New Jersey Nets
  • Playing career: 2000–2015
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 6, 4, 2, 3
  • 2000–2004: New Jersey Nets
  • 2004–2011: Denver Nuggets
  • 2011: Xinjiang Flying Tigers
  • 2012: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2013–2014: New York Knicks
  • 2015: Milwaukee Bucks
  • NBA All-Star (2004), NBA All-Rookie First Team (2001), National college player of the year (2000), Consensus first-team All-American (2000), NABC Defensive Player of the Year (2000), Conference USA Player of the Year (2000), 2× First-team All-Conference USA (1999, 2000), No. 4 retired by Cincinnati Bearcats
  • Points: 9,325 (12.3 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 5,159 (6.8 rpg)
  • Assists: 1,439 (1.9 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  United States, FIBA Americas Championship, : 2003 San Juan: National team, Goodwill Games, : 2001 Brisbane: National team, Summer Universiade, : 1999 Palma: National team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • FIBA Americas Championship
  • : 2003 San Juan: National team
  • Goodwill Games
  • : 2001 Brisbane: National team
  • Summer Universiade
  • : 1999 Palma: National team

Kenyon Martin was one of the most sought-after high school basketball players in America. He attended Cincinnati and then went on to be drafted first overall by the New Jersey Nets in the 2000 NBA draft.

Martin enjoyed a successful career with the Nuggets, averaging 18 points and 10 rebounds per game over his 14-year playing career. In April 2015, he announced that he would be retiring at the end of that season due to numerous injuries sustained during play.

Martin is now widely considered one of the greatest power forwards ever to play in the NBA and has been awarded several accolades including six All-Star appearances and three MVP awards Kenyon Martin is a retired American professional basketball player who played his entire career with the Toronto Raptors.

He was drafted by the Orlando Magic in the first round of the 1999 NBA draft, and he went on to play for five other teams before joining Toronto in 2006. 

In 9 seasons with Toronto, Martin averaged 12.3 points and 6.8 rebounds per game while winning two All-Star games and an Olympic gold medal as part of Team USA's 2004 squad.

After retiring from playing professionally in 2013, Martin has worked as a commentator for several NBA games broadcasts, most notably TNT's coverage of the 2017–18 season opener between the Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks which featured his son Jaren scoring 16 points off the bench.

Also Played For: cincinnati bearcats men's basketball

9. Rick Barry

Rick Barry Career

  • High school: Roselle Park, (Roselle Park, New Jersey)
  • College: Miami (Florida) (1962–1965)
  • NBA draft 1965 / Round: 1 / Pick: 2nd overall
  • Selected by the San Francisco Warriors
  • Playing career: 1965–1980
  • Position: Small forward
  • Number: 24, 2, 4
  • 1965–1967: San Francisco Warriors
  • 1968–1970: Oakland Oaks / Washington Caps
  • 1970–1972: New York Nets
  • 1972–1978: Golden State Warriors
  • 1978–1980: Houston Rockets
  • NBA champion (1975), NBA Finals MVP (1975), ABA champion (1969), 8× NBA All-Star (1966, 1967, 1973–1978), NBA All-Star Game MVP (1967), 5x All-NBA First Team (1966, 1967, 1974–1976), All-NBA Second Team (1973), 4× ABA All-Star (1969–1972), 4× All-ABA First Team (1969–1972), NBA Rookie of the Year (1966), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1966), NBA scoring champion (1967), NBA steals leader (1975), NBA anniversary team (50th, 75th), No. 24 retired by Golden State Warriors, Consensus first-team All-American (1965), NCAA season scoring leader (1965), No. 24 retired by Miami Hurricanes
  • Points: 25,279 (24.8 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 6,863 (6.7 rpg)
  • Assists: 4,952 (4.9 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2006

Barry was one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history, averaging over 20 points per game throughout his career. Barry played for six different teams during his 14-year professional basketball career, including San Francisco and Oakland Oaks/Washington Caps.

Barry is best known for leading the Golden State Warriors to their first championship in 1975 and being named MVP of that year's playoffs. In 1980, he retired from playing professionally due to a knee injury sustained earlier in the season. 

After retiring from playing basketball, Barry worked as a color commentator on various broadcasts across networks throughout America before becoming a television analyst in 1999 and then working as an assistant coach with the Miami Heat beginning in 2006 until his retirement in 2016.

Also Played For: nba 75th anniversary team, miami hurricanes basketball

10. Joe Johnson

Small forward

Joe Johnson Career

  • High school: Little Rock Central, (Little Rock, Arkansas)
  • College: Arkansas (1999–2001)
  • NBA draft 2001 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10th overall
  • Selected by the Boston Celtics
  • Playing career: 2001–2018, 2021–2022
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • Number: 31, 2, 7, 6, 55
  • 2001–2002: Boston Celtics
  • 2002–2005: Phoenix Suns
  • 2005–2012: Atlanta Hawks
  • 2012–2016: Brooklyn Nets
  • 2016: Miami Heat
  • 2016–2018: Utah Jazz
  • 2018: Houston Rockets
  • 2021–2022: Boston Celtics
  • 7× NBA All-Star (2007–2012, 2014), All-NBA Third Team (2010), NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2002), Second-team All-SEC (2001), SEC Rookie of the Year (2000), SEC All-Freshman Team (2000), Arkansas Mr. Basketball (1999)
  • Points: 20,405 (16.0 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 5,059 (4.0 rpg)
  • Assists: 5,001 (3.9 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, World Championships, : 2006 Japan: National team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • World Championships
  • : 2006 Japan: National team

Joe Johnson was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 2001 and played there for six seasons. In 2008, he signed with the Atlanta Hawks and spent nine seasons with them before moving to the Brooklyn Nets in 2017.

Johnson is a three-time All-Star (2008, 2010, 2012) and has won two championships (2009, 2018). He was named MVP of the 2009 NBA Finals after leading his team to victory over the Orlando Magic. In 2018, he announced his retirement from professional basketball at age 38 after 14 seasons in the league overall.

Joe Johnson was a 7x NBA All-Star and 2x All-NBA Third Team player. Joe Johnson led the Suns to their first-ever Finals appearance in 2009, but they were ultimately swept by the Lakers. After playing for six different teams over eight seasons, Joe Johnson signed with the Brooklyn Nets in 2016. 

In 2017, he helped lead the Nets to an Atlantic Division title before being eliminated in the playoffs by LeBron James and Cleveland Cavaliers.

Johnson has averaged 16 points per game throughout his career and is considered one of the best shooting guards of all time (he currently has more 3-pointers made than any other player). 

Johnson will be 39 years old when 2021 begins and is likely nearing retirement; however, he may play one final season with Houston Rockets as a way of saying goodbye to fans around the league.

Also Played For: phoenix suns, 2009–10 nba season

11. Rashard Lewis

Power forward

Rashard Lewis Career

  • High school: Alief Elsik (Houston, Texas)
  • NBA draft 1998 / Round: 2 / Pick: 32nd overall
  • Selected by the Seattle SuperSonics
  • Playing career: 1998–2014
  • Position: Small forward / Power forward
  • Number: 7, 9
  • 1998–2007: Seattle SuperSonics
  • 2007–2010: Orlando Magic
  • 2010–2012: Washington Wizards
  • 2012–2014: Miami Heat
  • NBA champion (2013), 2× NBA All-Star (2005, 2009), Mr. Basketball USA (1998), First-team Parade All-American (1998), McDonald's All-American (1998), Texas Mr. Basketball (1998)
  • Points: 15,579 (14.9 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 5,433 (5.2 rpg)
  • Steals: 1,115 (1.1 spg)
  • Medals, , Men’s basketball, Representing  United States, Goodwill Games, : 2001 Brisbane: National team
  • Men’s basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • Goodwill Games
  • : 2001 Brisbane: National team

Rashard Lewis was born in Pineville, Louisiana on August 8th, 1979. He attended Alief Elsik High School in Houston and starred for the basketball team there before being drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics at the age of 16.

Lewis spent time with the SuperSonics, Orlando Magic, and Washington Wizards over a 9-year NBA career playing mainly at small forward and power forward positions. In total, he averaged 18 points per game throughout his career while shooting 47% from the field and 38% from three-point range.

Lewis retired after spending two years with Miami Heat as their second-round draft pick in 2014 aged 43 years old Rashard Lewis is a two-time NBA All-Star and champion. Rashard Lewis was named Mr. Basketball USA in 1998, becoming the first player from Texas to win the honor. 

In 1998, he was also McDonald's All-American nominee and won the award that year as well for his performance throughout the high school basketball season.

Following his college career at Arizona State University, Lewis signed with the Seattle SuperSonics where he played for six seasons before joining Orlando Magic in 2009 (where he currently plays).

 He has since retired from professional basketball but remains active by coaching youth basketball teams across Florida and speaking on behalf of various charities such as Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida.

Also Played For: orlando magic, seattle supersonics

12. Jason Richardson

Shooting guard

Jason Richardson Career

  • 2001–2007: Golden State Warriors
  • 2007–2008: Charlotte Bobcats
  • 2008–2010: Phoenix Suns
  • 2010–2012: Orlando Magic
  • 2012–2015: Philadelphia 76ers

Richardson was drafted fifth overall by the Golden State Warriors in 2001. He played with the Warriors for six seasons before joining the Charlotte Bobcats in 2007.

Richardson has averaged 14.1 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists per game throughout his career. 

In June 2015, Richardson announced his retirement from professional basketball after 16 seasons in the NBA Richardson was one of the most versatile players in the NBA for many years, able to contribute offensively from all over the court.

He won two slam dunk contests and was a consensus Second-Team All-American in 2001. Richardson also excelled at shooting threes, making more than half of his three-point attempts during his career (596). 

After playing for six different teams across four seasons, Richardson retired after the 2015–16 season with 14,644 points and 4,245 rebounds accumulated in 703 games played.

Also Played For: golden state warriors, michigan state basketball

13. Stephen Jackson

Small forward

Stephen Jackson Career

  • High school: , Abraham Lincoln, (Port Arthur, Texas), Oak Hill Academy, (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia)
  • NBA draft 1997 / Round: 2 / Pick: 42nd overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1997–2014
  • Position: Small forward / Shooting guard
  • Number: 24, 3, 1, 5
  • 1997–1998: La Crosse Bobcats
  • 1998: Sydney Kings
  • 1999, 2000: Marinos de Oriente
  • 1999, 2000: San Carlos
  • 1999: Fort Wayne Fury
  • 2000: Pueblo Nuevo
  • 2000–2001: New Jersey Nets
  • 2001–2003: San Antonio Spurs
  • 2003–2004: Atlanta Hawks
  • 2004–2007: Indiana Pacers
  • 2007–2009: Golden State Warriors
  • 2009–2011: Charlotte Bobcats
  • 2011–2012: Milwaukee Bucks
  • 2012–2013: San Antonio Spurs
  • 2013–2014: Los Angeles Clippers
  • NBA champion (2003), Second-team Parade All-American (1996), McDonald's All-American (1996)
  • Points: 12,976 (15.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,328 (3.9 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,634 (3.1 apg)

Stephen Jackson was born on April 5, 1978, in Houston, Texas. He played college basketball at Abraham Lincoln High School and then went on to play professional basketball for the Phoenix Suns from 1997-2014.

Stephen Jackson is a 6'8" forward and shooting guard who is known for his athleticism and scoring ability. In 2004, he led the Suns to their first-ever NBA Finals appearance where they eventually lost to the Los Angeles Lakers in five games.

After leaving Phoenix, Jackson spent time with several other teams before signing with the Golden State Warriors in 2015 where he has had success once again as one of their top players. Stephen Jackson is a 2001-2003 NBA All-Star, and 3x champion (2003) with the San Antonio Spurs.

He was once fined $50,000 for directing an obscenity at then-Indiana Pacers teammate Jermaine O'Neal. In March 2013, Stephen Jackson was arrested on suspicion of DUI after crashing his car in Charlotte, NC; he later pleaded guilty and received 18 months probation and community service.

Also Played For: san antonio spurs

14. Chauncey Billups

Point guard

Chauncey Billups Career

  • High school: George Washington, (Denver, Colorado)
  • College: Colorado (1995–1997)
  • NBA draft 1997 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3rd overall
  • Selected by the Boston Celtics
  • Playing career: 1997–2014
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 4, 3, 1, 7
  • Coaching career: 2020–present
  • NBA champion (2004), NBA Finals MVP (2004), 5× NBA All-Star (2006–2010), All-NBA Second Team (2006), 2× All-NBA Third Team (2007, 2009), 2× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2005, 2006), NBA Sportsmanship Award (2009), NBA Teammate of the Year (2013), No. 1 retired by Detroit Pistons, Consensus second-team All-American (1997), First-team All-Big 12 (1997), No. 4 retired by Colorado Buffaloes, McDonald's All-American (1995), Second-team Parade All-American (1995), Fourth-team Parade All-American (1994), 3× Mr. Colorado Basketball (1993–1995)
  • Points: 15,802 (15.2 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 2,992 (2.9 rpg)
  • Assists: 5,636 (5.4 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  United States, FIBA Americas Championship, : 2007 Las Vegas: Team Competition, FIBA World Championship, : 2010 Turkey: Team competition
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • FIBA Americas Championship
  • : 2007 Las Vegas: Team Competition
  • FIBA World Championship
  • : 2010 Turkey: Team competition

Chauncey Billups was a three-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion point guard who played for the Boston Celtics, Denver Nuggets, Los Angeles Clippers, Detroit Pistons, and Portland Trail Blazers over 14 seasons in the National Basketball Association (NBA).

In his first season with the Denver Nuggets in 1997–98, he helped lead them to their only playoff appearance that season. He then joined the Boston Celtics in 2000 where he won his first championship ring as part of the team's 'Big Three' alongside Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett.

After leaving Boston in 2004, Billups signed with Detroit where he spent six years before joining LA Clippers on a free-agent deal at the end of the 2011–12 campaign. He retired from playing following the 2014 season with Portland Trail Blazers. 

As head coach of Portland Trail Blazers from 2019 until 2021, Billups led them to playoff berth each year but they were unsuccessful in winning any games during this period including being eliminated by eventual champions. 

Golden State Warriors 4–1 in the 2020 Playoffs Semifinals Series which ended his coaching career prematurely.

Also Played For: denver nuggets, 2006–07 nba season

15. Allen Iverson

Point guard

Allen Iverson Career

  • High school: Bethel (Hampton, Virginia)
  • College: Georgetown (1994–1996)
  • NBA draft 1996 / Round: 1 / Pick: 1st overall
  • Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
  • Playing career: 1996–2011
  • Position: Shooting guard / Point guard
  • Number: 3, 1
  • 1996–2006: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2006–2008: Denver Nuggets
  • 2008–2009: Detroit Pistons
  • 2009: Memphis Grizzlies
  • 2009–2010: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2010–2011: Beşiktaş J.K.
  • NBA Most Valuable Player (2001), 11× NBA All-Star (2000–2010), 2× NBA All-Star Game MVP (2001, 2005), 3× All-NBA First Team (1999, 2001, 2005), 3× All-NBA Second Team (2000, 2002, 2003), All-NBA Third Team (2006), NBA Rookie of the Year (1997), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1997), 4× NBA scoring champion (1999, 2001, 2002, 2005), 3× NBA steals leader (2001–2003), NBA 75th Anniversary Team, No. 3 retired by Philadelphia 76ers, Consensus first-team All-American (1996), First-team All-Big East (1996), Second-team All-Big East (1995), 2× Big East Defensive Player of the Year (1995, 1996), Big East Rookie of the Year (1995), First-team Parade All-American (1993)
  • Points: 24,368 (26.7 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,394 (3.7 rpg)
  • Assists: 5,624 (6.2 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 2004 Athens: United States, FIBA Americas Championship, : 2003 San Juan: United States, Summer Universiade, : 1995 Fukuoka: United States
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2004 Athens: United States
  • FIBA Americas Championship
  • : 2003 San Juan: United States
  • Summer Universiade
  • : 1995 Fukuoka: United States

Allen Iverson was born in Hampton, Virginia on June 7, 1975. He attended high school at Bethel (Hampton, Virginia) and played for the school's basketball team before heading to Georgetown.

Allen Iverson was drafted with the first overall pick by the Philadelphia 76ers in 1996 and spent his entire career there until 2011 when he retired from playing professional basketball. 

Allen Iverson is best known for his time with the Denver Nuggets and Detroit Pistons where he won three straight MVP Awards between 2008-2009 respectively.

Injuries have been cited as a factor in Allen Iverson's retirement but he remains one of the most iconic players in NBA history Allen Iverson is a retired professional basketball player who was most well-known for his time with the Philadelphia 76ers. 

Throughout his career, AI was nominated for numerous awards and accolades, including NBA Most Valuable Player (2001), 11 All-Star appearances, 2 MVPs, 3 All-NBA First Team nods, and 1 Third Team selection.

In 2007, he became one of only six players in NBA history to record over 30,000 points, 10,000 assists, and 50000 rebounds in their career - an accomplishment he achieved during his time with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Also Played For: western conference, georgetown hoyas

16. Ty Lawson

Point guard

Ty Lawson Career

  • High school: , Bishop McNamara, (Forestville, Maryland), Oak Hill Academy, (Mouth of Wilson, Virginia)
  • College: North Carolina (2006–2009)
  • NBA draft 2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 18th overall
  • Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009–2015: Denver Nuggets
  • 2015–2016: Houston Rockets
  • 2016: Indiana Pacers
  • 2016–2017: Sacramento Kings
  • 2017–2019: Washington Wizards
  • NCAA champion (2009), Consensus second-team All-American (2009), Bob Cousy Award (2009), ACC Player of the Year (2009), First-team All-ACC (2009), ACC All-Freshman team (2007), No. 5 honored by North Carolina Tar Heels, McDonald's All-American (2006), First-team Parade All-American (2006)

Lawson was drafted 18th overall by the Washington Wizards in 2009. Lawson played college ball at North Carolina where he averaged 20.4 points, 5.9 assists and 2 steals per game during his junior year.

Lawson had a successful rookie season with the Wizards averaging 14 points, 7 assists and 3 rebounds per game as a 19-year old rookie sensation on an upstart team that made it to the Eastern Conference Finals before losing to Boston in seven games (the Celtics would go on to win their fourth championship).

Lawson's second season saw him average 17 points, 6 assists and 3 rebounds while leading Washington back to the playoffs but they were once again knocked out in six games by eventual champion Miami Heat.

Who featured Lebron James along with Chris Bosh and Dwyane Wade - all future Hall of Famers at that point in their careers (Wade would eventually be traded away from Miami for Kevin Love which further disrupted what could have been one of NBA history's most dominant dynasties).

In 2012-2013 Ty averaged 16 points, 6 assists and 4 rebounds while playing 39 minutes a night en route to being named an All Star for the first time; however this proved not enough as Washington failed to make another playoff appearance despite signing John Wall early into 2013 off waivers from Oklahoma City Thunder.

Wall went on eclipse Lawson as both player & leader of this team over the next few seasons culminating in two more conference finals appearances (where they lost again) before finally winning.

The Stanley Cup after four long years in 2018 - largely due to John Wall becoming perhaps one of best PGs ever alongside him.

Also Played For: unc basketball, north carolina basketball

17. Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf Career

  • High school: Gulfport (Gulfport, Mississippi)
  • College: LSU (1988–1990)
  • NBA draft 1990 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3rd overall
  • Selected by the Denver Nuggets
  • Playing career: 1990–2011
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 3, 1, 7
  • 1990–1996: Denver Nuggets
  • 1996–1998: Sacramento Kings
  • 1998–1999: Fenerbahçe
  • 2000–2001: Vancouver Grizzlies
  • 2003–2004: Ural Great
  • 2004–2005: Sedima Roseto
  • 2006–2007: Aris BC
  • 2007–2008: Al-Ittihad
  • 2009–2011: Kyoto Hannaryz
  • NBA All-Rookie Second Team (1991), NBA Most Improved Player (1993), Russian Cup champion (2004), 2× Consensus first-team All-American (1989, 1990), USBWA National Freshman of the Year (1989), 2× SEC Player of the Year (1989, 1990), 2× First-team All-SEC (1989, 1990), SEC All-Freshman Team (1989), No. 35 jersey retired by LSU Tigers, McDonald's All-American (1988), First-team Parade All-American (1988), Second-team Parade All-American (1987), 2× Mississippi Mr. Basketball (1987, 1988)
  • Points: 8,553 (14.6 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1,087 (1.9 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,079 (2.5 apg)

Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf was born on March 9, 1969, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He attended high school at Gulfport (Gulfport, Mississippi) and played college basketball for LSU before being drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 1990.

Abdul-Rauf spent nine seasons with the Nuggets before moving to Europe to play with Fenerbahçe and then Sacramento Kings during the 1998–99 season. 

In 2001 he returned to North America to sign with the Toronto Raptors but retired two years later due to a knee injury sustained while playing for Turkey's Istanbul Bilgikspor.

After retiring from professional basketball, Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf started working as an NBA analyst for ESPN networks from 2011 until his firing in 2016 after making controversial statements.

About Islam and Muhammad Ali Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf was a two-time consensus first-team All-American and SEC Player of the Year who led LSU to an NCAA Championship in his lone season with the team.

After being drafted by the Vancouver Grizzlies, he played for Ural Great before joining Sedima Roseto in 2004. He then signed with Aris BC before spending one year with Kyoto Hannaryz in 2009–10. 

In 2011, he retired from playing basketball and became an assistant coach at Louisiana State University where he remains today.

18. Cuttino Mobley

Cuttino Mobley Career

  • 1998–2004: Houston Rockets
  • 2004–2005: Orlando Magic
  • 2005: Sacramento Kings
  • 2005–2008: Los Angeles Clippers

Cuttino Mobley was born on September 1, 1975, in Philadelphia, PA. He attended high school at Cardinal Dougherty and played college ball at Rhode Island before being drafted by the Houston Rockets in 1998.

In his 10-year NBA career, Cuttino averaged 6 points and 4 rebounds per game while playing for the Rockets, 76ers, Lakers, and Pistons. 

After retiring from basketball in 2008, Cuttino began working as a color commentator for Comcast SportsNet Bay Area's coverage of Warriors games alongside play-by-play man Bob Beyer Jr.

Cuttino Mobley was a five-time all-star and three-time Atlantic 10 player of the year while playing for the Houston Rockets, Orlando Magic, and Sacramento Kings. Cuttino Mobley is one of only two guards in NBA history to record over 11,000 points, 2,000 rebounds, and 2,000 assists in a career. 

He has been named an All-Star twice (2004 with Orlando and 2005 with Sacramento) as well as being selected to the First Team All-Atlantic 10 both times he was eligible for selection.

His accolades also include being voted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2017 .

Making him one of just nine players ever inducted into that prestigious hall without having played professionally outside North America (the others are Kobe Bryant, Dikembe Mutombo, Julius Erving, and Rick Barry). 

Mobley retired from professional basketball following the 2008 season after playing his last game for Los Angeles Clippers against the Memphis Grizzlies.

Where he recorded 5 points on 1/7 shooting from behind the arc before sitting out the remainder of the contest due to injury; this would be his final appearance in an NBA uniform.

Also Played For: houston rockets

19. George Gervin

San Antonio Spurs

George Gervin Career

  • High school: Martin Luther King, (Detroit, Michigan)
  • College: Eastern Michigan (1970–1972)
  • NBA draft 1974 / Round: 3 / Pick
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1972–1990
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • Number: 44, 8
  • Coaching career: 1992–1994
  • 9× NBA All-Star (1977–1985), NBA All-Star Game MVP (1980), 5× All-NBA First Team (1978–1982), 2× All-NBA Second Team (1977, 1983), 4× NBA scoring champion (1978–1980, 1982), 3× ABA All-Star (1974–1976), 2× All-ABA Second Team (1975, 1976), ABA All-Rookie First Team (1973), No. 44 retired by San Antonio Spurs, NBA anniversary team (50th, 75th), ABA All-Time Team, No. 24 retired by Eastern Michigan Eagles
  • Points: 26,595 (25.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 5,602 (5.3 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,798 (2.6 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2006

George Gervin was a prolific scorer in the NBA who helped lead the San Antonio Spurs to several championships in the 1970s. He is most famous for his shooting ability, which saw him score over 30,000 points in his career.

After retiring from playing basketball, Gervin began a successful coaching career with the Phoenix Suns and later served as head coach of the Indiana Pacers. 

In 2018, he was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame alongside former teammate David Robinson and other notable figures from American professional basketball.

George Gervin was an All-Star basketball player who played for the San Antonio Spurs from 1977 to 1985. He is best known for his scoring prowess, which earned him five all-NBA first-team nods and two MVP awards. 

After retiring as a player, George became head coach of the San Antonio Spurs' minor league affiliate in 1994.

Also Played For: american basketball association, shooting guard

20. Rick Mahorn

Rick Mahorn Career

  • High school: Weaver (Hartford, Connecticut)
  • College: Hampton (1976–1980)
  • NBA draft 1980 / Round: 2 / Pick: 35th overall
  • Selected by the Washington Bullets
  • Playing career: 1980–1999
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • Number: 44, 4
  • Coaching career: 1999–2009
  • As player:, NBA champion (1989), NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1990), , As assistant coach:, , 2× WNBA champion (2006, 2008)
  • Points: 7,763 (6.9 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 6,957 (6.2 rpg)
  • Blocks: 1,007 (0.9 bpg)

Mahorn was a power forward and center for many years in the NBA. Mahorn played for the Washington Bullets, Milwaukee Bucks, Golden State Warriors, New York Knicks, Atlanta Hawks, and Detroit Pistons during his playing career.

Mahorn is currently an assistant coach with the Houston Rockets. Rick Mahorn is a retired professional basketball player who was most well-known for his time with the Washington Bullets and Detroit Pistons. 

Rick Mahorn started his career as a forward, but he eventually transitioned to coaching after retiring from playing in 1997.

He has been an assistant coach with several teams since then, including Atlanta Hawks (1999-2000), the Philadelphia 76ers (2005-2009), and Detroit Shock (2009). 

In 2006, Rick Mahorn led the WNBA’s Houston Comets to their second championship title as head coach. He also won two more championships as an assistant coach of the Philadelphia 76ers in 2008 and 2009.

As a player, Rick Mahorn was known for his defense and rebounding abilities; during his 15 years in the NBA, he averaged over 10 rebounds per game on average.

Also Played For: detroit pistons

21. Gerald Green

Houston Rockets

Gerald Green Career

  • High school: Gulf Shores Academy, (Houston, Texas)
  • NBA draft 2005 / Round: 1 / Pick: 18th overall
  • Selected by the Boston Celtics
  • Playing career: 2005–present
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • Number: 5, 8, 14, 15, 25, 30
  • NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion (2007), NBA G League champion (2022), NBA D-League All-Star (2012), NBA D-League All-Star Game MVP (2012), McDonald's All-American (2005)

Gerald Green is a 36-year-old shooting guard who has played in the NBA for 17 seasons. He was drafted by the Boston Celtics in 2005 and has since spent his entire career with them, appearing in 579 games and scoring 18,748 points.

Gerald is known as an excellent three-point shooter, having made over 2,000 of them during his career. In 2017 he joined the Philadelphia 76ers on a one-year deal but was later waived before playing any games for them. 

On January 12th, 2018, Green signed with the Atlanta Hawks pending free agent signing confirmation from both teams following their playoff exit.

After just two months with Atlanta, he was traded to the Cleveland Cavaliers where he finished out the season. GS: 648 | PTS: 20,887 (22nd all-time) | REB: 1,923 (14th all-time) | AST: 1,420 (21st all-time) | STL: 437 (T24th all-time)| BLKPG: 168 (8th all-time).

Also Played For: 2005 nba draft

22. Rashad McCants

Rashad McCants Career

  • High school: , Erwin (Asheville, North Carolina), New Hampton School, (New Hampton, New Hampshire)
  • College: North Carolina (2002–2005)
  • NBA draft 2005 / Round: 1 / Pick: 14th overall
  • Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
  • Playing career: 2005–2015
  • Position: Shooting guard
  • Number: 1, 7
  • 2005–2009: Minnesota Timberwolves
  • 2009: Sacramento Kings
  • 2010–2011: Texas Legends
  • 2012: Caciques de Humacao
  • 2012: Piratas de Quebradillas
  • 2012: Powerade Tigers
  • 2012–2013: Foshan Long Lions
  • 2013: Texas Legends
  • 2014: Uberlândia
  • 2014–2015: Homenetmen Beirut
  • 2015: Trotamundos de Carabobo
  • 2015: Cañeros de La Romana
  • Third-team All-American – NABC (2005), Third-team All-American – AP, SN (2004), NCAA champion (2005), First-team All-ACC (2004), Third-team All-ACC (2005), ACC All-Freshman Team (2003), First-team Parade All-American (2002), Fourth-team Parade All-American (2001), McDonald's All-American (2002)

Rashad McCants was a shooting guard in the NBA for six seasons, from 2005 to 2011. He played for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Miami Heat before playing overseas in Turkey and Germany.

In 2015, he announced his retirement from professional basketball after struggling with injuries throughout his career. 

Rashad McCants is married and has two children. Rashad McCants is a former NBA player who played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Sacramento Kings, and Texas Legends from 2005 to 2009.

He led his team in scoring during the 2006-07 season with 18.5 points per game. Injuries forced him out of the league in 2009 and he has since retired from playing professional basketball altogether. 

Rashad McCants was born on November 5th, 1984 in Charlotte, North Carolina, and attended Davidson College before transferring to George Mason University where he won two NCAA championships (2005 & 2007).

After leaving the NBA, Rashad McCants embarked on a successful career as an actor which includes roles in films such as "Knights of Badassdom" alongside Kurt Russell and "The Florida Project", both released in 2017.

23. Renaldo Balkman

San Miguel Alab Pilipinas

Renaldo Balkman Career

  • 2006–2008: New York Knicks
  • 2008–2011: Denver Nuggets
  • 2011–2012: New York Knicks
  • 2013: Petron Blaze Boosters
  • 2013: Guaiqueríes de Margarita
  • 2013: Brujos de Guayama
  • 2013–2014: Halcones Rojos Veracruz
  • 2014: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2014–2015: Texas Legends
  • 2015: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2015: Fuerza Regia
  • 2016–2017: Reales de la Vega
  • 2018: San Miguel Alab Pilipinas
  • 2018: San Miguel Beermen
  • 2018–2019: San Miguel Alab Pilipinas
  • 2019–2020: Capitanes de Arecibo
  • 2020–2021: Mets de Guaynabo
  • 2021–2022: Real Estelí
  • 2022: Mets de Guaynabo

Renaldo Balkman was born in 1984 and is a Puerto Rican small forward/power forward. He played college ball at South Carolina, where he averaged 15.8 points per game over his two seasons there.

After going undrafted in the 2006 NBA Draft, Balkman signed with the New York Knicks and went on to play for them from 2006-2008 before signing with the Memphis Grizzlies in 2009. 

In total, he has played for six different teams throughout his ten-year career - including stints with the Knicks (2006-2008), Grizzlies (2009-2011), Orlando Magic (2012), and Philadelphia 76ers (2013).

Renaldo currently plays for the Turkish club Anadolu Efes Istanbul as of the 2018/19 season Renaldo Balkman is a 6-foot-7 forward who played college ball at UNC Wilmington. 

He was drafted by the Nuggets in 2008 and has since had stints with Denver, New York Knicks, Petron Blaze Boosters, and Guaiqueríes de Margarita. 

In 2013 he joined Brujos de Guayama of the Puerto Rican League before joining Veracruz of Mexico’s Liga MX for two seasons (2014–2015).

In 2015 he moved to Texas Legends of the D-League before rejoining Veracruz for one more season in 2016–2017 as captain. This year he returned to Reales de la Vega in his homeland of Venezuela where he currently plays alongside former.

Gonzaga teammate Przemek Karnowski on team Venezuela National Team II FIBA Americas Championship contender; Panteras Negras y Blancas del Amparo (PANAB).

Renaldo Balkman won gold medals with Venezuela at both the 2009 U18 World Championships and 2011 U20 World Championships, as well as being part of their 2012 Olympic squad that finished 8th overall including a victory over Spain in preliminary round play.

This led them into the elite eight competition but was eliminated by Greece after leading most of game 3 78-64 with 1:26 left on their clock only to see Greco go MVP crazy winning all 5 games against them and clinching spot 1 seed. 

Euro Basket 2013 thereby ending the Venezuelan dream; although they did make it out from Group A without losses beating Argentina, Brazil & Chile en route earning their first-ever win vs Brazil home 71-57 making him proud papa.

After playing professionally overseas since graduating high school there's no doubt this program will continue its dominance long into the future while many players pursue degrees or enter professional sports directly thereafter.

Also Played For: 2006 nba draft, staten island basketball

24. Ryan Hollins

Charlotte Hornets

Ryan Hollins Career

  • High school: John Muir (Pasadena, California)
  • College: UCLA (2002–2006)
  • NBA draft 2006 / Round: 2 / Pick: 50th overall
  • Selected by the Charlotte Bobcats
  • Playing career: 2006–2017
  • Position: Center / Power forward
  • Number: 1, 15, 5, 50, 20
  • 2006–2009: Charlotte Bobcats
  • 2006: →Fort Worth Flyers
  • 2009: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2009–2010: Minnesota Timberwolves
  • 2010–2012: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2012: Boston Celtics
  • 2012–2014: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2014–2015: Sacramento Kings
  • 2015: Washington Wizards
  • 2015–2016: Memphis Grizzlies
  • 2016–2017: Herbalife Gran Canaria
  • 2017: Auxilium Torino
  • Points: 1913 (3.7 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1140 (2.2 rpg)
  • Assists: 151 (0.3 apg)
  • Medals, , Men’s Basketball, Representing the  United States, Pan American Games, : 2015 Toronto: National team
  • Men’s Basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Pan American Games
  • : 2015 Toronto: National team

Hollins was born in 1984 in Pasadena, California, and played high school basketball for John Muir. He attended UCLA from 2002 to 2006 before being drafted by the Charlotte Bobcats in the 2006 NBA Draft.

Hollins spent 6 seasons with the Bobcats before signing with the Brooklyn Nets as a free agent in 2017. In his career, he has averaged 10 points and 5 rebounds per game while playing mainly at center or power forward.

Hollins is known for his hustle on both offense and defense which has helped him earn several nicknames including "Hustle", "Beast Mode" and "The Ryan Express". He will be joining the Dallas Mavericks next season after they acquired him from Brooklyn in exchange for DeAndre Jordan.

Ryan Hollins was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in 2009. He played for the Minnesota Timberwolves from 2009 to 2012 and then with the Cleveland Cavaliers from 2012 to 2014. 

In 2015, he signed with the Washington Wizards and has since played for Memphis Grizzlies (2016-2017), Herbalife Gran Canaria (2017), and Auxilium Torino (2018).

Ryan Hollins has won a total of three medals at international competitions: two golds at the World Championships (2009, 2011) and one silver at the EuroBasket 2019 tournament.

He is also a two-time All-Star player, having been selected in 2013 and 2017 respectively.
Ryan Hollins is currently playing for Auxilium Torino in Italy's Serie A league.

25. Alonzo Gee

Cleveland Cavaliers

Alonzo Gee Career

  • High school: William T. Dwyer, (Palm Beach Gardens, Florida)
  • College: Alabama (2005–2009)
  • NBA draft: 2009 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009–2010: Austin Toros
  • 2010: Washington Wizards
  • 2010: San Antonio Spurs
  • 2010: →Austin Toros
  • 2010: Washington Wizards
  • 2010–2014: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2011: Asseco Prokom Gdynia
  • 2014–2015: Denver Nuggets
  • 2015: Portland Trail Blazers
  • 2015–2016: New Orleans Pelicans
  • 2016–2017: Denver Nuggets
  • 2017–2018: Sioux Falls Skyforce
  • 2018: Caciques de Humacao
  • 2018: Brisbane Bullets
  • 2019: Phoenix Pulse Fuel Masters
  • 2021–2022: Taichung Wagor Suns
  • NBA D-League Rookie of the Year (2010), NBA D-League All-Star (2010), Second-team All-SEC (2009), SEC All-Freshman Team (2006)

Alonzo Gee is a shooting guard and small forward who was drafted by the Washington Wizards in 2009 but never played for them. He has since spent time with the San Antonio Spurs and Austin Toros.

Alonzo Gee is best known for his strong perimeter shooting ability, which he showcased throughout his career. In 2017-2018 he averaged 15 points per game on 41% from three-point range while playing for the Cavs.

Alonzo Gee will be an unrestricted free agent at the end of this season, so expect him to test himself in different leagues around the world before settling down again somewhere new next year. Alonzo Gee was drafted in the second round by the Washington Wizards in 2010.

He played for Cleveland Cavaliers from 2010-2014 and then moved to Denver Nuggets, where he stayed until 2015 when he joined Portland Trail Blazers. In 2016, he signed with New Orleans Pelicans but only played a few games before being traded to Denver Nuggets again that year.

In 2017, Alonzo Gee finally got his breakthrough season and led the Nuggets to an appearance in the playoffs as they were eventually eliminated by Golden State Warriors 4-1 in the first round of playoffs. 

The following year saw him have another productive campaign as Denver finished fifth on their way to making it back into playoffs where they once again narrowly lost 4-3 against Oklahoma City Thunder - this time without Gary Harris due to injury (Gee had 21 points off the bench).

After averaging 22 minutes per game over 59 appearances across all competitions during the 2018/19 season Alonzo Gee signs with Sioux Falls Skyforce for the 2019/20 D-League season which is his last playing professionally before retiring at age 33 after 11 years of a professional basketball career.

Also Played For: alabama crimson tide men's basketball

26. Michael Cooper

Point guard

Michael Cooper Career

  • High school: Pasadena (Pasadena, California)
  • College: , Pasadena CC (1974–1976), New Mexico (1976–1978)
  • NBA draft 1978 / Round: 3 / Pick: 60th overall
  • Selected by the Los Angeles Lakers
  • Playing career: 1978–1991
  • Position: Shooting guard
  • Number: 21
  • Coaching career: 1994–present
  • As player:, 5× NBA champion (1980, 1982, 1985, 1987, 1988), NBA Defensive Player of the Year (1987), 5× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1982, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1988), 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1981, 1983, 1986), Italian All-Star Game MVP (1991), First-team All-American – USBWA (1978), 2× First-team All-WAC (1977, 1978), , As coach:, , 2× WNBA champion (2001, 2002), WNBA Coach of the Year (2000), NBA D–League champion (2006)
  • Points: 7,729 (8.9 ppg)
  • Assists: 3,666 (4.2 apg)
  • Steals: 1,033 (1.2 spg)

In 1978, Cooper was drafted by the Lakers and played for the team for six seasons. He retired from playing in 1991 and began a coaching career with the Lakers.

In 1994, he was hired as the head coach of the USC Trojans. He has led the team to two NCAA championships and has won over 300 games as head coach. Cooper is a highly successful coach and has been inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Michael Cooper was a talented player in the NBA who won five championships with the Los Angeles Lakers. 

Cooper was also a two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and helped lead the Lakers to their first title in 1980. After retiring as a player, Cooper became an assistant coach with the Los Angeles Sparks.

He then moved on to coach the US national team and led them to a bronze medal at the 2012 Olympics. In 2019, Cooper became the head coach of Culver City High School.

Also Played For: los angeles lakers, nba defensive

27. Leandro Barbosa

Point guard

Leandro Barbosa Career

  • NBA draft 2003 / Round: 1 / Pick: 28th overall
  • Selected by the San Antonio Spurs
  • Playing career: 1999–2020
  • Position: Shooting guard / Point guard
  • Number: 10, 20, 28, 12, 400
  • 1999–2001: Palmeiras
  • 2001–2003: Bauru
  • 2003–2010: Phoenix Suns
  • 2010–2012: Toronto Raptors
  • 2011: Flamengo
  • 2012: Indiana Pacers
  • 2012–2013: Boston Celtics
  • 2013–2014: Pinheiros
  • 2014: Phoenix Suns
  • 2014–2016: Golden State Warriors
  • 2016–2017: Phoenix Suns
  • 2017–2018: Franca
  • 2018–2020: Minas
  • As player:, NBA champion (2015), NBA Sixth Man of the Year (2007), FIBA AmeriCup Top Scorer (2007), Rio de Janeiro State Championship Winner (2011), Brazilian League Champion (2002), , As assistant coach:, , NBA champion (2022)
  • Points: 9,035 (10.6 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1,720 (2.0 rpg)
  • Assists: 1,775 (2.1 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  Brazil, FIBA AmeriCup, : 2005 Santo Domingo: , : 2009 San Juan:
  • Men's Basketball
  • Representing  Brazil
  • FIBA AmeriCup
  • : 2005 Santo Domingo:
  • : 2009 San Juan:

Barbosa played in the NBA for 10 seasons, starting as a shooting guard and eventually converting to a point guard. Barbosa is best known for his time with the San Antonio Spurs, where he was a key player on multiple championship teams.

Barbosa retired in 2020 after finishing his 10th NBA season. He currently works as an assistant coach with the Sacramento Kings. 

Barbosa was born in Brazil and played for Palmeiras and Bauru before joining the Spurs in 2003. Barbosa was a three-time All-Star and was named the 2008-09 Kia NBA Most Improved Player.

Barbosa is married and has two children. Barbosa is a popular figure in Brazil and has been involved in charity work throughout his career. 

Barbosa is currently developing a basketball academy in his home country. Barbosa is considered one of the best point guards in NBA history and is a popular ambassador for the sport in Brazil.

28. Jeremy Pargo

Point guard

Jeremy Pargo Career

  • High school: Paul Robeson (Chicago, Illinois)
  • College: Gonzaga (2005–2009)
  • NBA draft: 2009 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009–2010: Hapoel Gilboa Galil
  • 2010–2011: Maccabi Tel Aviv
  • 2011–2012: Memphis Grizzlies
  • 2012–2013: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2013: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2013–2014: CSKA Moscow
  • 2014–2015: Maccabi Tel Aviv
  • 2015–2016: Zhejiang Lions
  • 2016: Reyer Venezia Mestre
  • 2016–2017: Shenzhen Leopards
  • 2017–2018: Nanjing Monkey King
  • 2018: Santa Cruz Warriors
  • 2018: Champville SC
  • 2018–2019: Maccabi Tel Aviv
  • 2020: Golden State Warriors
  • 2020: Santa Cruz Warriors
  • 2020: Hapoel Jerusalem
  • 2021: Maccabi Rishon LeZion
  • 2021–2022: Napoli Basket
  • 2022–present: Windy City Bulls
  • All-EuroLeague Second Team (2011), Russian League champion (2014), VTB League champion (2014), Gomelsky Cup winner (2014), 4× Israeli League champion (2010, 2011, 2018, 2019), Israeli League assists leader (2015), 3x Israeli League Cup winner (2010, 2011, 2015), Israeli League Cup MVP (2010), 3x Israeli Cup champion (2010, 2011, 2015), Israeli League slam dunk champion (2011), CBA assists leader (2016), WCC Player of the Year (2008), 2× First-team All-WCC (2007, 2008)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  United States, FIBA AmeriCup, : 2022 Brazil:
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • FIBA AmeriCup
  • : 2022 Brazil:

Jeremy Pargo was born on March 17, 1986 in Chicago, Illinois. Pargo attended Paul Robeson High School in Chicago and played for the Bulldogs from 2005 to 2009.

Pargo was undrafted out of Gonzaga and played in the NBA G League for the Windy City Bulls in 2009. Pargo has played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Maccabi Tel Aviv, and Hapoel Gilboa Galil since 2010.

Pargo is a Point guard and has played in the NBA and the NBA G League. Jeremy Pargo is a 6'4" guard who played collegiately at the University of Louisville. Pargo was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the second round of the 2012 NBA draft.

In his rookie season, Pargo averaged 4.8 points and 2.2 rebounds in 21.5 minutes per game. Pargo was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in February of 2014. In his second season with the 76ers, Pargo averaged 8.4 points and 3.5 rebounds in 33.3 minutes per game.

Pargo was traded to the CSKA Moscow in January of 2015. Pargo played in 57 games for CSKA Moscow in 2015-2016 and averaged 16.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game. 

Pargo was traded to the Zhejiang Lions in February of 2016. Pargo averaged 16.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game in 48 games for Zhejiang in 2016-2017.

Pargo was traded to the Reyer Venezia Mestre in January of 2017. In 36 games for Reyer Venezia Mestre, Pargo averaged 16.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game. Pargo was traded to the Shenzhen Leopards in February of 2017. 

In 43 games for Shenzhen, Pargo averaged 18.4 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. Pargo was traded to the Nanjing Monkey King in October of 2017.

In 21 games for Nanjing, Pargo averaged 28.5 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 4.5 assists per game. Pargo was traded to the Santa Cruz Warriors in January of 2018. In 45 games for Santa Cruz, Pargo averaged 24.9 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game. 

Pargo was traded to Champville SC in February of 2018. In 18 games for Champville, Pargo averaged 36.2 points, 13.8 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game. Pargo was traded to the Maccabi Tel Aviv in February of 2018.

Also Played For: gonzaga bulldogs men's basketball

29. Jerome Williams

Jerome Williams Career

  • High school: Col. Zadok Magruder, (Rockville, Maryland)
  • College: , Montgomery College (1992–1994), Georgetown (1994–1996)
  • NBA draft 1996 / Round: 1 / Pick: 26th overall
  • Selected by the Detroit Pistons
  • Playing career: 1996–2005
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 13, 11, 3
  • 1996–2001: Detroit Pistons
  • 2001–2003: Toronto Raptors
  • 2003–2004: Chicago Bulls
  • 2004–2005: New York Knicks
  • Points: 3,865 (6.6 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,743 (6.4 rpg)
  • Steals: 618 (1.1 spg)

Jerome Williams had a successful career in the NBA, playing for the Washington Wizards, Philadelphia 76ers, and Detroit Pistons. He was a key player for the Wizards during their run to the 2004 NBA Finals.

Jerome Williams was born in Washington, D.C., in 1973. He attended high school at Col. Zadok Magruder in Rockville, Maryland. After high school, Williams played college basketball at Montgomery College and Georgetown.

He was drafted by the Washington Wizards in the 1996 NBA draft and played for them for six seasons. Williams was a key player for the Wizards during their run to the 2004 NBA Finals. He was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 2007 and then to the Detroit Pistons in 2009.

Williams retired from the NBA in 2012 after playing for the 76ers and Pistons. He currently works as a color analyst for NBA TV.

Also Played For: toronto raptors

30. Salim Stoudamire

Salim Stoudamire Career

  • High school: , Lincoln (Portland, Oregon), Lake Oswego (Lake Oswego, Oregon)
  • College: Arizona (2001–2005)
  • NBA draft 2005 / Round: 2 / Pick: 31st overall
  • Selected by the Atlanta Hawks
  • Playing career: 2005–2013
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 20
  • 2005–2008: Atlanta Hawks
  • 2010: Idaho Stampede
  • 2011: Reno Bighorns
  • 2013: Guaros de Lara
  • Consensus second-team All-American (2005), First-team All-Pac-10 (2005), Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (2002)

Salim Stoudamire was born on October 11, 1982, in Portland, Oregon. He attended Lincoln High School in Portland and then went on to play college ball in Arizona.

In 2005, the Atlanta Hawks drafted Stoudamire as the 31st overall pick in the NBA draft. After playing two seasons with the Hawks, Stoudamire was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in 2008.

He spent two seasons with the Grizzlies before signing with the Portland Trail Blazers in 2011. Stoudamire retired from the NBA in 2016 after playing with the Trail Blazers and Memphis Grizzlies again.

He currently works as an analyst for NBA TV. Salim Stoudamire is married and has two children. He is a four-time NBA All-Star and two-time Sixth Man of the Year. Salim Stoudamire was a prolific point guard in the NBA for a decade.

He was a two-time All-Pac-10 selection and was a consensus second-team All-American in his final season in the league. Averaging 19.3 points, 5.2 assists, and 2.1 rebounds per game in his career, Stoudamire was a presence on the court.

He was known for his explosiveness, playmaking ability, and scoring ability from all areas of the court. After playing for the Atlanta Hawks, Idaho Stampede, and Reno Bighorns, Stoudamire moved to Spain and signed with Guaros de Lara in 2013.

He averaged 13.5 points, 5.6 assists, and 2.5 rebounds in his lone season in Europe. After his playing career ended, Stoudamire began an active role in coaching. 

He was an assistant coach with the Memphis Grizzlies for two seasons and was also a part of the coaching staff for the United States men’s national team at the 2013 World Championships.

Stoudamire is currently an assistant coach for the Portland Trailblazers.

Also Played For: arizona wildcats men's basketball

31. Reggie Evans

Brooklyn Nets

Reggie Evans Career

  • High school: Woodham (Pensacola, Florida)
  • College: , Coffeyville CC (1998–2000), Iowa (2000–2002)
  • NBA draft: 2002 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2002–2015
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 34, 30
  • 2002–2006: Seattle SuperSonics
  • 2006–2007: Denver Nuggets
  • 2007–2009: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2009–2011: Toronto Raptors
  • 2011–2012: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2012–2014: Brooklyn Nets
  • 2014–2015: Sacramento Kings
  • Points: 3,289 (4.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 5,765 (7.1 rpg)
  • Assists: 458 (0.6 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  United States, FIBA U21 World Championship, : 2001 Saitama: Team competition
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • FIBA U21 World Championship
  • : 2001 Saitama: Team competition

Reggie Evans was an Undrafted Power Forward who played for the Seattle SuperSonics from 2002 to 2006. Reggie Evans is best known for his time with the Seattle SuperSonics, where he averaged 10.3 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.

Reggie Evans was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies in February 2007 and then to the Oklahoma City Thunder in February 2010. Reggie Evans retired from the NBA in February 2015. Reggie Evans has two daughters and resides in Pensacola, Florida.

Reggie Evans was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in the second round of the 2006 NBA Draft. Evans played college basketball at the University of Washington. Evans was traded to the Philadelphia 76ers in 2009, where he played for two seasons. In 2011, Evans was traded to the Toronto Raptors.

Evans was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in 2012. Evans was traded to the Brooklyn Nets in 2014. Evans was traded to the Sacramento Kings in 2015. 

Evans has played in 577 games in the NBA, averaging 5.7 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 0.6 assists per game. Evans has won two championships with the Toronto Raptors (2011, 2016).

32. DeShawn Stevenson

Utah Jazz

DeShawn Stevenson Career

  • High school: Washington Union, (Easton, California)
  • NBA draft 2000 / Round: 1 / Pick: 23rd overall
  • Selected by the Utah Jazz
  • Playing career: 2000–2013
  • Position: Shooting guard
  • Number: 2, 9, 92
  • 2000–2004: Utah Jazz
  • 2004–2005: Orlando Magic
  • 2005–2010: Washington Wizards
  • 2010–2011: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2011–2012: New Jersey Nets
  • 2012–2013: Atlanta Hawks
  • NBA champion (2011), First-team Parade All-American (2000), McDonald's All-American (2000)
  • Points: 5,930 (7.2 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1,832 (2.2 rpg)
  • Assists: 1,355 (1.6 apg)

DeShawn Stevenson was a highly acclaimed shooting guard in the NBA for many years and is still considered one of the best in the league. Stevenson started his career with the Utah Jazz, where he won a championship in 2005.

He then moved to the Orlando Magic, where he won another championship in 2009. Stevenson then signed with the Washington Wizards, where he won another championship in 2008. He then moved to the Brooklyn Nets, where he won another championship in 2013.

Stevenson is a two-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Second Team in 2009 and 2013. Stevenson is also a two-time Gold Glover and was named the MVP of the 2009 Orlando Magic playoffs. Stevenson is currently a television analyst for the NBA on TNT.

DeShawn Stevenson was one of the most versatile players in the NBA during his career. He was able to play both the shooting guard and small forward positions, as well as the power forward and center positions. Stevenson was a three-time All-Star and won a championship with the Utah Jazz in 2011.

His versatile play was evident in his stat line, as he averaged over 20 points, five rebounds, and three assists per game during his career. Stevenson is currently an assistant coach with the Atlanta Hawks. He brings his wealth of experience and knowledge to the coaching staff and will be a valuable asset to the team.

Stevenson is a hard worker and spent many years working on his game in order to improve upon his weaknesses. 

He is a coach's dream, as he is able to pass on his knowledge and skills to the players on the team. Stevenson is a great person off the court and is always willing to help out his teammates. He is a class act and will be missed by the NBA community.

33. Jordan Hill

Los Angeles Lakers

Jordan Hill Career

  • High school: , North Springs, (Atlanta, Georgia), The Patterson School, (Patterson, North Carolina)
  • College: Arizona (2006–2009)
  • NBA draft 2009 / Round: 1 / Pick: 8th overall
  • Selected by the New York Knicks
  • Playing career: 2009–2018
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • Number: 43, 27
  • 2009–2010: New York Knicks
  • 2010–2012: Houston Rockets
  • 2012–2015: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 2015–2016: Indiana Pacers
  • 2016–2017: Minnesota Timberwolves
  • 2017: Nevada Desert Dogs
  • 2018: Vancouver Knights
  • Third-team All-American – SN (2009), First-team All-Pac-10 (2009)

Jordan Hill was born in 1987 in Newberry, South Carolina. He attended high school at North Springs in Atlanta, Georgia, and then The Patterson School in Patterson, North Carolina.

Hill played college basketball at Arizona, where he was a standout player. He was drafted by the New York Knicks in 2009 and played for them for four seasons. He was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2015 and has played for them since then.

Hill is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside. He is a key player for the Lakers and has played in the playoffs twice. Hill is a physical player who is not afraid to mix it up with his opponents. He is a strong defender and has averaged almost 10 points and six rebounds per game over the course of his career.

Jordan Hill was born and raised in Oakland, California. Hill attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he was a two-time All-American. 

Hill was drafted by the New York Knicks in the 2009 NBA draft. Hill played for the Knicks, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Indiana Pacers, and Minnesota Timberwolves over the course of eight seasons.

Hill was traded to the Vancouver Knights in 2018. Jordan Hill is a power forward and center. Hill is 6'9" and 230 pounds. Hill has averaged 6.0 points and 4.8 rebounds per game in his career. Hill is a tenacious rebounder and a tough defender.

34. Glen Rice Jr.

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets men's basketball

Glen Rice Jr. Career

  • High school: Walton (Marietta, Georgia)
  • College: Georgia Tech (2009–2012)
  • NBA draft 2013 / Round: 2 / Pick: 35th overall
  • Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
  • Playing career: 2012–present
  • 2012–2013: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
  • 2013–2015: Washington Wizards
  • 2014: →Iowa Energy
  • 2014–2015: →Fort Wayne Mad Ants
  • 2015: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
  • 2016–2017: Halcones de Ciudad Obregón
  • 2017: TNT KaTropa
  • 2017–2018: Hapoel Holon
  • 2018: Caciques de Humacao
  • 2018: Aguacateros de Michoacán
  • 2019: Instituto ACC
  • 2019: Halcones de Ciudad Obregón
  • 2019: Plaza Valerio
  • 2019: New Zealand Breakers
  • 2020: Al-Fateh
  • 2020: Juventus Utena
  • 2021–2022: Maccabi Haifa
  • Israeli Cup winner (2018), Israeli Cup MVP (2018), Israeli League Top Scorer (2018), Israeli League All-Star (2018), CIBACOPA champion (2017), CIBACOPA Finals MVP (2017), CIBACOPA All-Star (2017), NBA D-League champion (2013), NBA D-League All-Rookie Second Team (2013)

Glen Rice Jr. was born on January 1, 1991, in Miami, Florida. Rice played college basketball at Georgia Tech and was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round of the 2013 NBA draft.

Rice has played for the Washington Wizards since 2013. Rice was named to the 2016 NBA All-Star Game as a reserve. Rice is a two-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Third Team in 2015. Rice is a free agent and is expected to be a free agent for some time.

Rice has a career average of 18.3 points per game. Rice is married to actress Nia Long. Rice has two sons. Glen Rice Jr. is a professional basketball player who has played in the Israeli League and the NBA. Rice was born in the U.S., but he has played professionally in Israel since 2007.

Rice has played for the Fort Wayne Mad Ants, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the Halcones de Ciudad Obregón, the TNT KaTropa, the Hapoel Holon, and the Caciques de Humacao in the NBA.

 Rice is a two-time Israeli League MVP and a two-time Israeli League All-Star. Rice is a member of the United States national team and was a member of the 2003 World Championship team.

Rice is a six-time NBA All-Star and a five-time NBA All-Star Game MVP. Rice is the all-time leader in points scored in the NBA and the all-time leader in three-pointers made in the NBA.

35. Nancy Lieberman

Nancy Lieberman Career

  • High school: Far Rockaway, (New York City, New York)
  • College: Old Dominion (1976–1980)
  • WNBA draft 1997 / Round: 2 (Elite) / Pick: 15th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Mercury
  • Playing career: 1980–1987, 1997, 2008
  • Position: Point guard
  • Coaching career: 1998–2000, 2009–2011, 2015–present
  • As player:, WABA champion (1984), WABA Most Valuable Player (1984), WBL Rookie of the Year (1981), 2× Honda Sports Award for basketball (1979, 1980), Honda-Broderick Cup for all sports (1979)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • Women's Basketball Hall of Fame
  • Medals, , Women's Basketball, Representing  United States, Olympic Games, : 1976 Montreal: Team competition, World Championship, : 1979 Seoul: National team, Pan American Games, : 1975 Mexico: Team competition, : 1979 Puerto Rico: Team competition, Jones Cup, : 1979 Taipei: Team competition
  • Women's Basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 1976 Montreal: Team competition
  • World Championship
  • : 1979 Seoul: National team
  • Pan American Games
  • : 1975 Mexico: Team competition
  • : 1979 Puerto Rico: Team competition
  • Jones Cup
  • : 1979 Taipei: Team competition

Nancy Lieberman was an all-star point guard in the WNBA for the Phoenix Mercury from 1997 to 2008. Lieberman was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in the second round of the 1997 WNBA Draft.

Lieberman played for the Mercury from 1980 to 1987 and again from 1997 to 2008. Lieberman has also coached the Mercury from 1998 to 2000, the Atlanta Dream from 2009 to 2011, and the Tulsa Shock from 2015 to the present.

Lieberman was inducted into the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2013. Lieberman was a basketball player who won a number of awards, including a Honda Sports Award and a WBL Rookie of the Year. 

Lieberman also served as a coach in the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame and the Women's National Basketball Association.

Lieberman passed away in 2018 at the age of 73.

36. T.J. Cline

Capital City Go-Go

T.J. Cline Career

  • High school: Plano West (Plano, Texas)
  • College: , Niagara (2012–2013), Richmond (2014–2017)
  • NBA draft: 2017 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2017–present
  • 2017: Galatasaray
  • 2017–2020: Hapoel Holon
  • 2020–2021: Basket Brescia Leonessa
  • 2021: Maccabi Tel Aviv
  • 2022: Capital City Go-Go
  • 2022: MoraBanc Andorra
  • Israeli Cup winner (2018), AP Honorable Mention All-American (2017), Atlantic 10 Player of the Year (2017), First-team All-Atlantic 10 (2017), MAAC All-Rookie team (2013)

T.J. Cline is an American / Israeli power forward who played college basketball for Niagara and Richmond. Cline was drafted in the second round by the Brooklyn Nets in the 2017 NBA draft.

He made his NBA debut on October 18, 2017, against the Chicago Bulls. Cline is averaging 2.3 points and 1.9 rebounds in 5.5 minutes per game this season. Cline is a member of the Israeli national team.

He has participated in the 2017 FIBA Asia Cup, the 2017 EuroBasket, and the 2018 NBA All-Star Game. Cline is Jewish. He is married to Evana. Cline is from Plano, Texas. T.J. Cline is a versatile player who can play multiple positions on the court.

Cline is a hard worker and has a high basketball IQ. Cline is a natural scorer and has a strong shooting ability. Cline is a versatile defender who can guard multiple positions. Cline has proven himself as a valuable member of both Galatasaray and Hapoel Holon.

Cline is a tough player who can battle through adversity. Cline is a rising star in the Israeli basketball landscape. Cline is a potential top-5 draft pick in the upcoming NBA draft. Cline is a player who has a bright future in the sport.

37. Dušan Bulut

Dušan Bulut Career

  • NBA draft: 2007 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2003–present
  • 2011–2012: Kožuv
  • 2012–2013: Akademik
  • 2014–2015: Meridiana
  • 2015–2016: Vojvodina
  • 2018–2019: OKK Konstantin
  • 2013–2021: Novi Sad (3x3)
  • 2021–2022: Power (3x3)
  • 2022: Partizan Beograd (3x3)
  • 2022: Badalona (3x3)
  • 2022-: Aliens (3x3)
  • 4× FIBA 3x3 World Tour winner (2014, 2015, 2018, 2019), 2× FIBA 3x3 World Tour MVP (2015,2018), 2× FIBA 3x3 World Cup MVP (2016, 2018), Serbian 3x3 Player of the Year (2019)
  • Medals, , Men's 3x3 basketball, Representing  Serbia, Olympic Games, : 2020 Tokyo: Team, World Cup, : 2012 Greece: , : 2016 China: , : 2017 France: , : 2018 Philippines: , : 2014 Russia: , European Championships, : 2018 Romania: , : 2019 Hungary: , : 2016 Romania: , European Games, : 2015 Baku:
  • Men's 3x3 basketball
  • Representing  Serbia
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2020 Tokyo: Team
  • World Cup
  • : 2012 Greece:
  • : 2016 China:
  • : 2017 France:
  • : 2018 Philippines:
  • : 2014 Russia:
  • European Championships
  • : 2018 Romania:
  • : 2019 Hungary:
  • : 2016 Romania:
  • European Games
  • : 2015 Baku:

Bulut is a talented point guard who has played in the NBA since 2007. He originally played for Kožuv in the Serbian League in 2011 and 2012 before signing with Akademik in 2013.

Bulut then moved to Meridiana in 2014 and Vojvodina in 2015 before joining OKK Konstantin in 2018. Bulut is a three-time Serbian League champion and was an All-Star in 2017. He is a versatile player who can play both point guard and shooting guard positions.

Bulut is a strong defender who is known for his ball-handling skills and shooting accuracy from long range. Bulut is a hard worker who is always trying to improve his game. 

He has a bright future in the NBA and is expected to become a superstar. Bulut is a popular player in the Serbian community and is highly respected by his peers.

Dušan Bulut is a Serbian professional basketball player who currently plays for Partizan of the Basketball League of Serbia. Bulut has represented his country at the Olympic Games twice, in 2020 in Tokyo and in 2012 in London. 

Bulut won four 3x3 World Tour titles, in 2014, 2015, 2018, and 2019. Bulut was named Serbian 3x3 Player of the Year in 2019.

Bulut is a 6'9" center and plays for Partizan in the Basketball League of Serbia. Bulut is a member of the Serbia national basketball team, and he is also a part of the EuroBasket 2021 Qualifying squad. 

Bulut is a prolific scorer, averaging 19.1 points and 8.9 rebounds per game in the BSL. Bulut is a hard-nosed player who loves to play physical basketball. Bulut is a very good team player, and he is always willing to help out his teammates on the court.

38. Kevin Murphy

Utah Jazz

Kevin Murphy Career

  • High school: Creekside (Fairburn, Georgia)
  • College: Tennessee Tech (2008–2012)
  • NBA draft 2012 / Round: 2 / Pick: 47th overall
  • Selected by the Utah Jazz
  • Playing career: 2012–present
  • 2012–2013: Utah Jazz
  • 2012–2013: →Reno Bighorns
  • 2013: Strasbourg IG
  • 2014: Idaho Stampede
  • 2015: Zhejiang Lions
  • 2015: Idaho Stampede
  • 2015: Grand Rapids Drive
  • 2015–2016: Hitachi SunRockers
  • 2016–2017: Grand Rapids Drive
  • 2017: Guangxi Rhinos
  • 2017–2018: Cedevita
  • 2018: San Miguel Beermen
  • 2018–2019: Shabab Al Ahli Dubai
  • 2019–2020: Muharraq
  • 2021–2022: NBA G League Ignite
  • 2022: Kazma
  • Bahrain League champion (2019), Bahrain League Finals MVP (2019), All-Bahrain League Second Team (2019), Bahrain League All-Imports Team (2019), FIBA Asia Champions Cup Leading Scorer (2019), FIBA Asia Champions Cup All-Star (2019), FIBA Asia Champions Cup First Team (2019), Croatian League champion (2018), Croatian Cup champion (2018), ABA League Supercup winner (2017), All-NBA D-League First Team (2014), 2× First-team All-OVC (2011, 2012), OVC All-Newcomer Team (2009)

Murphy was drafted by the Utah Jazz in 2012 and has played for them since. Murphy is a shooting guard and has averaged 6.7 points and 2.5 rebounds in his career.

Murphy is a free agent and is available to be signed by any team. Murphy is a talented player who can shoot the ball well and has a good attitude on the court. Murphy is a good defender and has a good attitude on the court.

Murphy is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game. Murphy is a versatile player who can play multiple positions. Murphy is a good person who is always looking to contribute to his team. Murphy is a talented player who is capable of scoring in a variety of ways.

Murphy is a versatile player who can play both inside and out. Murphy has been a vital part of the Grand Rapids Drive and has helped the team reach the playoffs in each of the last three seasons. Murphy has been named to the All-Bahrain League Second Team and the Bahrain League All-Imports Team in 2019.

Murphy is a versatile player who can play both inside and out. Murphy has been a vital part of the Idaho Stampede and has helped the team reach the playoffs in each of the last three seasons. 

Murphy has been named the FIBA Asia Champions Cup Leading Scorer in 2019. Murphy is a versatile player who can play both inside and out.

Murphy has been a vital part of the Guangxi Rhinos and has helped the team reach the playoffs in each of the last two seasons. Murphy is a versatile player who can play both inside and out.

39. Ivan Johnson

Atlanta Hawks

Ivan Johnson Career

  • High school: Fox Tech (San Antonio, Texas)
  • College: , Cisco JC (2002–2003), L.A. Southwest CC (2004–2005), Oregon (2005–2006), Cal State San Bernardino (2006–2007)
  • NBA draft: 2007 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2007–2017
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 44
  • 2007–2008: Anaheim Arsenal
  • 2008: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
  • 2008–2009: Changwon LG Sakers
  • 2009–2010: Jeonju KCC Egis
  • 2010–2011: Erie BayHawks
  • 2011: Caciques de Humacao
  • 2011: Qingdao DoubleStar
  • 2011–2013: Atlanta Hawks
  • 2013–2014: Zhejiang Golden Bulls
  • 2014–2015: Texas Legends
  • 2015: Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters
  • 2015: RETAbet.es GBC
  • 2016: Tropang TNT
  • 2016: Caciques de Humacao
  • 2016: Reales de La Vega
  • 2016: Sagesse
  • 2017: Tanduay Alab Pilipinas
  • PBA champion (2015 Commissioner's), CBA steals leader (2014), All-NBA D-League First Team (2011), NBA D-League All-Defensive Second Team (2011), NBA D-League All-Star (2011)

Ivan Johnson was a power forward in the NBA for six seasons. Ivan Johnson played college basketball at Cisco JC and Oregon. Ivan Johnson was undrafted in the 2007 NBA draft but was signed by the Golden State Warriors.

Ivan Johnson played for the Warriors, Sacramento Kings, Atlanta Hawks, and Philadelphia 76ers in his six-year NBA career. Ivan Johnson retired in 2017. Ivan Johnson is currently an assistant coach with the Alabama Crimson Tide men's basketball team.

Ivan Johnson was born in San Antonio, Texas, in 1984. Ivan Johnson currently lives in Alabama. Ivan Johnson is 38 years old. Ivan Johnson is a 6'9" forward/center who played college ball with Texas Legends. 

Johnson has played for the Atlanta Hawks, Qingdao DoubleStar, Zhejiang Golden Bulls, Talk 'N Text Tropang Texters, RETAbet.es GBC, and Caciques de Humacao in the Philippine Basketball Association.

Johnson was drafted in the second round of the 2013 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks. Johnson has played in the Philippine Basketball Association for the Tanduay Alab Pilipinas and the Caciques de Humacao. 

Johnson was an All-Star in the 2016 PBA season with the Caciques de Humacao. Johnson signed with the Sagesse of the French LNB in the 2017-2018 season.

40. DaJuan Summers

Al-Ittihad Jeddah

DaJuan Summers Career

  • High school: McDonogh School, (Owings Mills, Maryland)
  • College: Georgetown (2006–2009)
  • NBA draft 2009 / Round: 2 / Pick: 35th overall
  • Selected by the Detroit Pistons
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009–2011: Detroit Pistons
  • 2011: Montepaschi Siena
  • 2011–2012: New Orleans Hornets
  • 2012–2013: Maine Red Claws
  • 2013: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2013–2014: Budivelnyk Kyiv
  • 2014–2015: Gran Canaria
  • 2015: Westchester Knicks
  • 2016–2017: Pınar Karşıyaka
  • 2017–2018: Galatasaray
  • 2018: Seoul SK Knights
  • 2019: Levallois Metropolitans
  • 2019–2020: Shimane Susanoo Magic
  • 2020: Indios de Mayagüez
  • 2021: Mahram Tehran
  • 2021: Al-Ittihad Jeddah
  • 2022: Mahram Tehran
  • FIBA Asia Champions Cup First Team (2018), Turkish League All-Star (2017), UBL champion (2014), Ukrainian Cup winner (2014), All-NBA D-League Third Team (2013), NBA Development League All-Star (2013), Big East All-Rookie Team (2007)

DaJuan Summers was a 2nd round pick of the Detroit Pistons in the 2009 NBA draft. Summers played three seasons with the Pistons before moving to Italy in 2011.

Summers averaged 10.5 points and 4.8 rebounds per game over his career. Summers was a member of the United States men's national basketball team for the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics.

Summers is currently a free agent. DaJuan Summers was born on July 31, 1991, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Summers attended Bishop McNamara High School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and played for the basketball team there.

DaJuan Summers played college basketball for the Georgetown Hoyas, and he was a key player for the team during his time there. Summers was drafted by the New Orleans Hornets in the 2011 NBA draft, and he played for the team for two seasons.

Summers was traded to the Maine Red Claws in 2013, and he played for the team for two seasons. Summers was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in 2013, and he played for the team for two seasons. Summers was traded to the Budivelnyk Kyiv in 2014, and he played for the team for two seasons.

Summers was traded to the Gran Canaria in 2015, and he played for the team for two seasons. Summers was traded to the Westchester Knicks in 2016, and he played for the team for two seasons. 

Summers was traded to the Pınar Karşıyaka in 2017, and he played for the team for two seasons. Summers was traded to the Seoul SK Knights in 2018, and he played for the team for two seasons.

Summers was traded to the Levallois Metropolitans in 2019, and he is currently playing for the team. DaJuan Summers has won several awards throughout his career, including the Turkish League All-Star and the UBL champion.

41. Jannero Pargo

Chicago Bulls

Jannero Pargo Career

  • High school: Paul Robeson (Chicago, Illinois)
  • College: , Neosho County CC (1998–2000), Arkansas (2000–2002)
  • NBA draft: 2002 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2002–2017
  • Position: Point guard / Shooting guard
  • Number: 12, 2, 15, 7, 5
  • Coaching career: 2017–present

Jannero Pargo played college basketball for Arkansas and Neosho County CC. He was an Undrafted player in the 2002 NBA draft. He had a playing career with the Indiana Pacers from 2002 to 2017.

He currently works as an Assistant Coach for the Pacers. Pargo was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1979. He is American by nationality. Pargo has played a total of 909 games in the NBA. He is currently 43 years old.

Pargo is married and has two children. Jannero Pargo is a 12-time NBA veteran and 2-time All-Star. Pargo played for the Lakers, Bulls, Hornets, and Hawks in his 11-year NBA career. He was an assistant coach with the Windy City Bulls in 2017-2018.

Pargo was born in the US Virgin Islands and played college basketball at Florida. He is a coaching veteran, having been an assistant with the Atlanta Hawks, Washington Wizards, and Charlotte Bobcats. Pargo is a Point Guard and Shooting Guard. He was drafted by the Lakers in 2002.

Pargo has two children. Pargo is currently a coaching assistant with the Oklahoma City Blue.

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42. Mike Taylor

Mike Taylor Career

  • High school: John Marshall, (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
  • College: , Chipola College (2004–2006), Iowa State (2006–2007)
  • NBA draft 2008 / Round: 2 / Pick: 55th overall
  • Selected by the Portland Trail Blazers
  • Playing career: 2007–2020
  • Position: Point guard
  • 2007–2008: Idaho Stampede
  • 2008–2009: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2009–2010: Crvena zvezda
  • 2011: Iowa Energy
  • 2011: Tezenis Verona
  • 2011–2012: Kavala
  • 2012–2013: Nymburk
  • 2013: Los Angeles D-Fenders
  • 2014: Turów Zgorzelec
  • 2014: Yeşilgiresun Belediye
  • 2015: Rosa Radom
  • 2015–2016: Al Mouttahed Tripoli
  • 2016: Al-Gharafa
  • 2017: Anyang KGC
  • 2019: Zhuhai Wolf Warriors
  • 2019: Al-Nasr Benghazi
  • 2020: Zamalek
  • Korean Basketball League champion (2017), Czech League champion (2013)

Mike Taylor was born in 1986 in Chicago, Illinois. He attended high school at John Marshall in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Taylor played college basketball at Chipola College and Iowa State.

He was drafted in the second round by the Portland Trail Blazers in 2008. Taylor has played for the Trail Blazers, Cleveland Cavaliers, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA.

He is currently a free agent. Mike Taylor is a point guard, and he is known for his athleticism and shooting ability. Taylor has won two championships with the Cleveland Cavaliers and one with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Taylor is married and has two children. Mike Taylor is a professional basketball player who has played in several leagues around the world. Taylor has won several awards, including a championship with the Iowa Energy in 2011.

He has also played for the Los Angeles D-Fenders and the Turów Zgorzelec in the Polish League and the Egyptian League, respectively. Taylor is currently playing for the Al-Gharafa club in the Qatar League.

43. Will Bynum

Detroit Pistons

Will Bynum Career

  • High school: Crane (Chicago, Illinois)
  • College: , Arizona (2001–2003), Georgia Tech (2003–2005)
  • NBA draft: 2005 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2005–2018
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 3, 12, 1
  • 2005–2006: Roanoke Dazzle
  • 2006: Golden State Warriors
  • 2006–2008: Maccabi Tel Aviv
  • 2008–2014: Detroit Pistons
  • 2014–2015: Guangdong Southern Tigers
  • 2015: Washington Wizards
  • 2015–2016: Guangdong Southern Tigers
  • 2016–2017: Windy City Bulls
  • 2018: Yeşilgiresun Belediye
  • EuroLeague Finals Top Scorer (2008), Ligat HaAl champion (2007), Israeli Basketball Premier League Finals MVP (2007), 2× CBA All-Star (2015, 2016), NBA D-League Rookie of the Year (2006)
  • Points: 2,921 (8.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 561 (1.6 rpg)
  • Assists: 1,185 (3.3 apg)

Bynum was a highly touted prospect in the 2005 NBA draft, but he was not selected. He spent a season playing for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. Bynum was drafted by the Washington Wizards in the 2005 NBA draft.

He spent six seasons with the Wizards, before being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in 2015. Bynum is a two-time All-Star and led the Blazers to the playoffs in 2016. He signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018, but was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers the following season.

Will Bynum is a highly touted prospect that was not selected in the 2005 NBA draft. He spent a season playing for the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets before being drafted by the Washington Wizards in the 2005 NBA draft. 

He spent six seasons with the Wizards before being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in 2015.

Bynum is a two-time All-Star and led the Blazers to the playoffs in 2016. He signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018, but was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers the following season.

44. Isaiah Austin

Baylor Bears men's basketball

Isaiah Austin Career

  • High school: Grace Preparatory Academy, (Arlington, Texas)
  • College: Baylor (2012–2014)
  • Playing career: 2017–2021
  • Position: Center
  • 2017: FMP
  • 2017: Guangxi Rhino
  • 2017: Yulon Luxgen Dinos
  • 2018: Champville SC
  • 2018: Guangxi Rhino
  • 2018–2019: Nanjing Monkey King
  • 2019: Beirut Club
  • 2020: Mets de Guaynabo
  • 2020: Panteras de Aguascalientes
  • 2020–2021: Al Naser Dubai
  • 2021: San Carlos
  • 2021: Indios de Mayagüez
  • NIT champion (2013), Third-team All-Big 12 (2013), Big 12 All-Rookie Team (2013), Big 12 All-Defensive Team (2014), McDonald's All-American (2012)

Isaiah Austin was born on October 25, 1993 in Fresno, California. He attended Grace Preparatory Academy in Arlington, Texas before attending Baylor for four years.

Austin played for FMP in 2017 and Guangxi Rhino in 2018. He is currently contracted with the Memphis Grizzlies for the 2021-22 season. Isaiah is a center and is averaging 4.3 points and 2.9 rebounds per game in his career.

Isaiah is a hard worker and has a high basketball IQ. He is expected to be a top player in the NBA in the future. Isaiah is a popular player with the fans, and he is known for his humility and sense of humor. Isaiah is a passionate humanitarian and volunteers with organizations such as the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Isaiah is an excellent role model for young people and has inspired many to pursue a career in basketball.

45. Jamario Moon

Cleveland Cavaliers

Jamario Moon Career

  • High school: Coosa Central (Rockford, Alabama)
  • College: Meridian CC (1999–2000)
  • NBA draft: 2001 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2001–2018
  • Position: Small forward
  • Number: 33, 8, 15, 9
  • 2001–2002: Mobile Revelers
  • 2002: Dodge City Legend
  • 2002: Mobile Revelers
  • 2004: Huntsville Flight
  • 2004–2005: Kentucky Colonels
  • 2005: Rome Gladiators
  • 2005–2006: Albany Patroons
  • 2006: Fort Worth Flyers
  • 2006: Marietta Storm
  • 2006: Fuerza Regia
  • 2006–2007: Albany Patroons
  • 2007: Gary Steelheads
  • 2007: Fuerza Regia
  • 2007–2009: Toronto Raptors
  • 2009: Miami Heat
  • 2009–2011: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2011: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2012: Los Angeles D-Fenders
  • 2012: Charlotte Bobcats
  • 2012–2014: Los Angeles D-Fenders
  • 2014: Olympiacos
  • 2014: Guaros de Lara
  • 2014: Los Angeles D-Fenders
  • 2015: Guaros de Lara
  • 2015: Al Wasl
  • 2016: Indios de Mayagüez
  • 2017: Parque Hostos
  • 2017: Club Atlético Aguada
  • 2017–2018: Albany Patroons
  • NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2008), All-USBL First Team (2007), USBL All-Defensive Team (2007), All-CBA First Team (2007), CBA Defensive Player of the Year (2007), CBA All-Defensive Team (2007), CBA All-Star Game (2007), LNBP All-Star (2006), WBA champion (2005), All-WBA Fourth Team (2005), WBA All-Defensive Team (2005)

Moon played for the Mobile Revelers in 2001 and 2002. He was not drafted but played for the Dodge City Legend in 2002. He retired from the NBA in 2018. He was a small forward and played for the Los Angeles Clippers.

He is from Goodwater, Alabama. He has played in the NBA for 13 seasons. He has won two championships with the Clippers He is 42 years old. 

He has represented the United States at the World Championships. Moon was a prolific scorer in the NBA, averaging over 20 points per game in his career.

He put up impressive numbers in Greece, Spain, and Italy before signing with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2009. Moon was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers in 2012, but he retired later that year due to injury. Moon returned to the NBA in 2014 and has been playing for the Los Angeles D-Fenders since.

He is a three-time All-Star and was named to the All-NBA Third Team in 2014. Moon is a versatile player who can score from anywhere on the court. He is currently averaging 19.1 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. Moon is a crowd favorite, and he has helped lead his team to the playoffs in each of the past two seasons.

He is a beloved figure in the LA area and is known for his charitable work.

46. Quincy Miller

Denver Nuggets

Quincy Miller Career

  • High school: , North Chicago, (North Chicago, Illinois), Fairmont, (Fairmont, North Carolina), Quality Education Academy, (Winston-Salem, North Carolina), Westchester, (High Point, North Carolina)
  • College: Baylor (2011–2012)
  • NBA draft 2012 / Round: 2 / Pick: 38th overall
  • Selected by the Denver Nuggets
  • Playing career: 2012–present
  • 2012–2014: Denver Nuggets
  • 2012–2013: → Iowa Energy
  • 2014–2015: Reno Bighorns
  • 2015: Sacramento Kings
  • 2015: Reno Bighorns
  • 2015: Detroit Pistons
  • 2015: → Grand Rapids Drive
  • 2015–2016: Crvena zvezda
  • 2016–2017: Maccabi Tel Aviv
  • 2017: Brose Bamberg
  • 2020: Taoyuan Pauian Archiland
  • 2020–2021: Benfica
  • 2021–2022: Nacional
  • 2022: Converge FiberXers
  • 2023–present: SeaHorses Mikawa
  • All-EuroLeague Second Team (2016), ABA League champion (2016), Serbian League champion (2016), Israeli Cup winner (2017), NBA D-League All-Star (2015), Big 12 All-Rookie team (2012), Jordan Brand Classic All-American (2011)
  • Medals, , Men’s basketball, Representing  United States, FIBA Americas U18 Championship, : 2010 San Antonio: Team
  • Men’s basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • FIBA Americas U18 Championship
  • : 2010 San Antonio: Team

Quincy Miller was born on November 18, 1992 in Chicago, Illinois. He played high school basketball at North Chicago and Fairmont. Miller then attended Quality Education Academy and Westchester.

He played for Baylor in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament in 2016. Miller has played in the B.League for the SeaHorses. Quincy Miller has played for the United States Men's National Team at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games and 2017 FIBA World Cup.

He is a small forward and power forward. Quincy Miller has been listed at 6'10" and 235 lbs. He is currently a free agent. Quincy Miller was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in the 2012 NBA Draft and has played for the team ever since. Quincy Miller played college basketball at Baylor and was a key player for the team.

Quincy Miller has played in the NBA for three teams and is currently playing for the Crvena zvezda team in Serbia. Quincy Miller is a versatile player who can score in a variety of ways.

 Quincy Miller has also played in the EuroLeague and in the Israeli Basketball Super League. Quincy Miller is a strong defender who is capable of guarding multiple positions.

Quincy Miller is a native of High Point, North Carolina. Quincy Miller is currently 25 years old and has a long and successful basketball career ahead of him.

47. Royce White

Houston Rockets

Royce White Career

  • High school: , DeLaSalle (Minneapolis, Minnesota), Hopkins (Minnetonka, Minnesota)
  • College: , Minnesota (2009–2010), Iowa State (2011–2012)
  • NBA draft 2012 / Round: 1 / Pick: 16th overall
  • Selected by the Houston Rockets
  • Playing career: 2012–2018
  • Position: Power forward
  • 2012–2013: Rio Grande Valley Vipers
  • 2014: Sacramento Kings
  • 2014: →Reno Bighorns
  • 2016–2018: London Lightning
  • 2× All-NBL Canada First Team (2017, 2018), NBL Canada scoring champion (2018), NBL Canada MVP (2017), NBL Canada champion (2017, 2018), First-team All-Big 12 (2012), Big 12 All-Rookie Team (2012), Big 12 Newcomer of the Year (2012), Jordan Brand Classic All-American (2009), Minnesota Mr. Basketball (2009)

White is a 6-foot-8-inch (2.03 m) center who was drafted by the Houston Rockets in the 2012 NBA draft. White played college basketball at Minnesota and Iowa State.

White had a very promising career in the NBA, but injuries derailed it. White is now working to get back on the court and show his talent. White is a very tall and lanky player, which may have contributed to his injuries.

White is still a talented player, and his potential is still high. White is a very good passer and has great court vision. White is a very good defender, and he can block shots. White is working hard to get back to his former form and show his talent to the NBA again.

White, a 6'8", 232-pound power forward, was drafted in the second round (36th overall) by the Sacramento Kings in the 2014 NBA Draft. White spent the 2014–15 season with the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the NBA Development League before being traded to the Sacramento Kings in January 2015.

White played in 54 games for the Kings in 2015–16 and averaged 7.8 points and 5.9 rebounds per game. White was traded to the Reno Bighorns in February 2016 and helped the team to the NBL Canada Championship. 

White was traded to the London Lightning in February 2018 and helped the team to the NBL Championship.

White signed a two-year contract with the Houston Rockets in July 2018. White has been suspended twice by the NBA. The first suspension came in November 2017 after he was arrested on charges of assault and battery. 

The second suspension came in January 2019 after he was arrested on charges of resisting arrest and marijuana possession. White has stated that he suffers from anxiety and depression and has sought professional help.

48. Teddy Gipson

Teddy Gipson Career

  • High school: Farmerville (Farmerville, Louisiana)
  • College: Arkansas (1998–2002)
  • NBA draft: 2002 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2003–present
  • 2003–2006: MyGuide Amsterdam
  • 2006–2007: Paderborn Baskets
  • 2007–2009: MyGuide Amsterdam
  • 2009–2012: Élan Béarnais Pau-Orthez
  • 2012–2013: Brose Baskets
  • 2013: Limoges CSP
  • 2013–2014: Igokea
  • 2014–2015: Szolnoki Olaj
  • 2016: Igokea
  • 2016: STB Le Havre
  • 2016–2017: SOMB
  • 2017–2019: Donar
  • 4× Dutch League champion (2005, 2008, 2009, 2018), Bosnian League champion (2014), Hungarian League champion (2015), 3× Dutch Cup winner (2004, 2006, 2018), Hungarian Cup winner (2015), Bosnian Cup winner (2016), DBL Dunk Contest Winner (2004), DBL All-Star Game MVP (2006), 2× All-Dutch League Team (2008, 2009), 4× Dutch League All-Star (2004, 2006, 2008, 2009), French League assists leader (2011), French League All-Star (2012), French 2nd Division Foreign Player's MVP (2010)

Teddy Gipson is an American professional basketball player who is currently playing for the Milwaukee Bucks of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Gipson played college basketball at Arkansas, where he was a two-time All-American. After being undrafted in the 2002 NBA draft, Gipson played in the Dutch Basketball League (DBL) for two seasons.

Gipson joined the Milwaukee Bucks in 2009 and has since become a key player for the team. Gipson has been a part of the Bucks' playoff runs in each of the past two seasons. 

Gipson has also been named to the NBA All-Defensive Second Team twice and was voted to the NBA All-Rookie First Team in 2002.

Gipson is married and has two children. Gipson is a Louisiana native and is known for his strong Christian faith. Gipson will be an unrestricted free agent at the end of the 2017–18 season.

Final Words

The Big3 Best Players of All Time are definitely some of the best players to ever step on a basketball court. From players like Lebron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry to younger stars like Kyrie Irving and Damian Lillard, these superstars have left their mark on the league and continue to dominate.

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