49. Phoenix Suns Best Players of Alltime

Jalen Rose

The Phoenix Suns are an NBA team that have been a staple of the city since 1968. As one of only four major league sports teams in Arizona, they bring excitement to their loyal and passionate fan base every season.

The Suns’ home court is at Talking Stick Arena where they battle against some of the best teams in the Western Conference Pacific Division. With numerous playoff appearances over their history, many fans eagerly anticipate what’s next for this unique franchise as it continues to make its mark on basketball history.

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1. Amar'e Stoudemire

Power forward

Amar Career

  • 6× NBA All-Star (2005, 2007–2011)
  • All-NBA First Team (2007)
  • 4× All-NBA Second Team (2005, 2008, 2010, 2011)
  • NBA Rookie of the Year (2003)
  • NBA All-Rookie First Team (2003)
  • 2× Israeli Basketball Premier League champion (2017, 2020)
  • Israeli Basketball Premier League Finals MVP (2020)
  • Israeli Cup winner (2019)
  • 2× Israeli Basketball Premier League All-Star (2017, 2019)
  • All-EuroCup Second Team (2017)
  • Israeli League Cup winner (2016)
  • First-team Parade All-American (2002)
  • McDonald's All-American (2002)
  • Florida Mr. Basketball (2002)

Stoudemire was born on November 16, 1982 in Lake Wales, Florida. He attended high school at Lake Wales Christian Academy and then Mount Zion Christian Academy before playing college basketball with Cypress Creek.

Stoudemire entered the NBA draft in 2002 and was selected by the Phoenix Suns 9th overall. In his first season with Phoenix he averaged 17 points and 7 rebounds per game while helping to lead the Suns to their only appearance in the playoffs that year (they lost to eventual champions Los Angeles Lakers).

After a couple of seasons where injuries disrupted his progress, Stoudemire signed with New York Knicks in 2009 as part of a blockbuster trade which also involved Steve Nash and Antoine Walker being sent from Phoenix to NYK.

The move paid off for Stoudemire who went on to win two consecutive MVP Awards (2010-11) becoming just the second player ever (after Michael Jordan) to achieve this feat whilst playing for two different teams over an extended period of time - joining. 

Wilt Chamberlain who achieved this during three separate spells with Philadelphia 76ers, Chicago Bulls & San Francisco Warriors respectively.

Injuries have continued to dog him however and he announced his retirement from professional basketball following a disappointing performance at 2017's Olympic Games - having previously stated that he would like one more shot at winning an NBA title. 

Amar'e Stoudemire is a power forward and center who has played in the NBA since 2002. He was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 2002, and spent five seasons with them before signing with the New York Knicks in 2010. 

In 2015, he signed with the Dallas Mavericks, where he remained for two seasons before moving to Miami Heat in 2016. He then joined Hapoel Jerusalem for one season before joining Fujian Sturgeons of China for 2020 season.

Also Played For: new york knicks, 2009–10 nba season

2. Shaquille O'Neal

Center

Shaquille O Career

  • 4× NBA champion (2000–2002, 2006)
  • 3× NBA Finals MVP (2000–2002)
  • NBA Most Valuable Player (2000)
  • 15× NBA All-Star (1993–1998, 2000–2007, 2009)
  • 3× NBA All-Star Game MVP (2000, 2004, 2009)
  • 8× All-NBA First Team (1998, 2000–2006)
  • 2× All-NBA Second Team (1995, 1999)
  • 4× All-NBA Third Team (1994, 1996, 1997, 2009)
  • 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2000, 2001, 2003)
  • NBA Rookie of the Year (1993)
  • NBA All-Rookie First Team (1993)
  • 2× NBA scoring champion (1995, 2000)
  • 2× IBM Award (2000, 2001)
  • NBA anniversary team (50th, 75th)
  • No. 34 retired by Los Angeles Lakers
  • No. 32 retired by Miami Heat
  • Associated Press Player of the Year (1991)
  • UPI Player of the Year (1991)
  • Adolph Rupp Trophy (1991)
  • 2× Consensus first-team All-American (1991, 1992)
  • 2× SEC Player of the Year (1991, 1992)
  • NCAA blocks leader (1992)
  • NCAA rebounding leader (1991)
  • No. 33 retired by LSU Tigers
  • FIBA World Championship MVP (1994)
  • USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (1994)
  • McDonald's All-American Game Co-MVP (1989)
  • First-team Parade All-American (1989)
  • Texas Mr. Basketball (1989)

O'Neal was a dominant center in the NBA for many years. He is one of only three players to score more than 30,000 points and grab more than 1,500 rebounds in their career.

O'Neal has been involved in several controversies over the course of his playing career, including a nightclub brawl and an incident where he threw a basketball at then-teammate Kobe Bryant's head.

O'Neal retired from professional basketball in 2011 after injuries had begun to limit his playtime on the court. Since retiring from playing professionally, O'Neal has focused on becoming a television personality and entrepreneur, most notably owning two restaurants with former Magic teammate Dwight Howard.

In 2017, Shaquille O'Neal was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Shaquille O'Neal is considered one of the greatest players in NBA history. He was a four-time champion and three-time MVP.

He is also one of only five players to win both awards in the same season. O'Neal's career was cut short by injuries, but he still holds many records, including the most rebounds (22,387) and blocks (11,924).

After retirement from playing basketball, Shaq became a commentator for ESPN. In 2018 he served as an ambassador for the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), which honored him with its Ambassador of Peace award that year.

Also Played For: cleveland cavaliers, boston celtics

3. Dan Majerle

Dan Majerle Career

  • 1988–1995: Phoenix Suns
  • 1995–1996: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 1996–2001: Miami Heat
  • 2001–2002: Phoenix Suns
  • As coach:
  • 2008–2013: Phoenix Suns (associate HC)
  • 2013–2020: Grand Canyon

Majerle played for the Phoenix Suns from 1988 to 2002. He was a three-time All-Star and two-time champion with the Suns. Majerle is currently an assistant coach with the Utah Jazz.

He attended high school in Traverse City, Michigan, and played collegiately at Central Michigan University before being drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 1988. Dan Majerle spent his entire 19-year NBA career with the Phoenix Suns, amassing 10,925 points and 4,265 rebounds.

He was an All-Star three times and a member of the All-Defensive Second Team twice. Majerle also won USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year in 1988.

Also Played For: central michigan university, michigan high school basketball

4. Jeff Hornacek

Guard

Jeff Hornacek Career

  • High school: Lyons Township (La Grange, Illinois)
  • College: Iowa State (1982–1986)
  • NBA draft 1986 / Round: 2 / Pick: 46th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1986–2000
  • Position: Shooting guard / Point guard
  • Number: 14
  • Coaching career: 2011–Present
  • NBA All-Star (1992), 2× NBA Three-Point Contest champion (1998, 2000), No. 14 retired by Utah Jazz, First-team All-Big Eight (1986), No. 14 retired by Iowa State Cyclones
  • Points: 15,659 (14.5 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,646 (3.4 rpg)
  • Assists: 5,281 (4.9 apg)

Hornacek was a shooting guard and point guard in the NBA for 14 seasons. He has been a coaching consultant with the Utah Jazz since 2011. Hornacek is known for his tireless work ethic and ability to get his players up and play hard on any given night.

He is considered one of the best coaches in modern basketball history, having led several teams to postseason appearances over the past few years. Hornacek played for the Phoenix Suns and Philadelphia 76ers in his playing career. 

Hornacek was an assistant coach for the Utah Jazz from 2011 to 2013, before being promoted to head coach of the Suns in January of 2014.

In his two seasons as head coach of the Suns, he led them to a 38-44 record before being fired midway through the 2016 season. Hornacek then became head coach of the Knicks in March 2018, but was dismissed just over one year later after compiling a 17-65 record throughout his tenure with New York City. 

Currently, Hornacek is an assistant coach for Houston Rockets under Mike D'Antoni where they are currently competing in their first-ever playoff appearance since 1998.

Also Played For: utah jazz

5. Gail Goodrich

Gail Goodrich Career

  • 1965–1968: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 1968–1970: Phoenix Suns
  • 1970–1976: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 1976–1979: New Orleans Jazz

Gail Goodrich was a shooting guard who played in the NBA for over 20 years. Gail Goodrich was one of the most popular players in Laker's history and is still highly respected by fans today.

Gail Goodrich helped lead the Lakers to five championships during his playing career, including back-to-back titles in 1971 and 1972. After retiring from basketball, Gail Goodrich went on to have a successful broadcasting career with ESPN and TNT.

In 2001, Gail Goodrich was named as one of the 50 greatest athletes of all time by Sports Illustrated magazine. Goodrich played for six different teams in a 15-year NBA career. Goodrich was an All-Star and helped the Lakers win two championships. 

After retiring from basketball, Goodrich worked as an analyst on ESPN's coverage of the NBA playoffs.

Also Played For: los angeles lakers, shooting guard

6. Tom Chambers

Tom Chambers Career

  • High school: Fairview (Boulder, Colorado)
  • College: Utah (1977–1981)
  • NBA draft 1981 / Round: 1 / Pick: 8th overall
  • Selected by the San Diego Clippers
  • Playing career: 1981–1997
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 8, 22, 24, 42, 25
  • 1981–1983: San Diego Clippers
  • 1983–1988: Seattle SuperSonics
  • 1988–1993: Phoenix Suns
  • 1993–1995: Utah Jazz
  • 1995–1996: Maccabi Tel Aviv
  • 1997: Charlotte Hornets
  • 1997: Philadelphia 76ers
  • Israeli League champion (1996), 4× NBA All-Star (1987, 1989–1991), NBA All-Star Game MVP (1987), 2× All-NBA Second Team (1989, 1990), Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor, First-team All-WAC (1981), 2× Second-team All-WAC (1979, 1980), No. 42 retired by Utah Utes
  • Points: 20,049 (18.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 6,703 (6.1 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,283 (2.1 apg)

Chambers was a power forward who played in the NBA from 1981 to 1997. He spent most of his career with the San Diego Clippers, but also played for the Seattle SuperSonics and Phoenix Suns.

Chambers is best known for scoring over 20,000 points in his career and winning two championships with the Clippers in 1984 and 1988. Chambers retired from professional basketball in 1997, but continues to work as an analyst on television sports programs.

Chambers was an All-Star and 2nd-team All-NBA player with the Phoenix Suns. Chambers spent most of his career with the Utah Jazz, where he was part of two championship teams. 

After retiring from basketball in 1995, Chambers went on to have a successful coaching career at Weber State University and BYU.

Also Played For: seattle supersonics, oklahoma city thunder

7. 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: brooklyn nets, big 3

8. Penny Hardaway

Point guard

Penny Hardaway Career

  • High school: Treadwell (Memphis, Tennessee)
  • College: Memphis (1990–1993)
  • NBA draft 1993 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3rd overall
  • Selected by the Golden State Warriors
  • Playing career: 1993–2007
  • Position: Point guard / Shooting guard
  • Number: 25, 1, 7
  • Coaching career: 2015–present
  • As player:, 4× NBA All-Star, 2× All-NBA First Team (1995, 1996), All-NBA Third Team (1997), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1994), NBA Rookie Challenge MVP (1994), Consensus first-team All-American (1993), 2× Great Midwest Player of the Year (1992, 1993), No. 25 retired by Memphis Tigers, First-team Parade All-American (1990), , As coach:, , NIT champion (2021)
  • Points: 15,706 (17.2 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 4,028 (5.5 rpg)
  • Assists: 4,030 (6.0 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 1996 Atlanta: Team competition
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 1996 Atlanta: Team competition

Penny Hardaway was born on July 18, 1971 in Memphis, Tennessee. He attended Treadwell High School and played for the Tigers as a point guard and shooting guard from 1990 to 1993.

In the NBA draft of 1993, Penny was picked third overall by the Golden State Warriors. During his playing career with the Warriors (1993-2007), he won two MVP Awards (1996, 2001) and three championships (1995-1997, 2000).

After retiring from basketball in 2007, Penny embarked on a successful coaching career with stints at Florida (2008–2011), Georgia Tech (2012–2015), Arizona State University (2016–present) and Auburn University Penny Hardaway was one of the most prolific scorers in NBA history, averaging over 20 points per game throughout his career.

Penny played for six different teams during his thirteen-year playing career and won two championships with the Orlando Magic in 1993 and 1996. After finishing his playing days, Hardaway served as an assistant coach at East High School before being hired by Memphis as its new head coach this year.

Also Played For: orlando magic, memphis tigers men's basketball

9. Grant Hill

Small forward

Grant Hill Career

  • High school: South Lakes, (Reston, Virginia)
  • College: Duke (1990–1994)
  • NBA draft 1994 / Round: 1 / Pick: 3rd overall
  • Selected by the Detroit Pistons
  • Playing career: 1994–2013
  • Position: Small forward
  • Number: 33
  • 1994–2000: Detroit Pistons
  • 2000–2007: Orlando Magic
  • 2007–2012: Phoenix Suns
  • 2012–2013: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 7× NBA All-Star (1995–1998, 2000, 2001, 2005), All-NBA First Team (1997), 4× All-NBA Second Team (1996, 1998–2000), NBA Co-Rookie of the Year (1995), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1995), 3× NBA Sportsmanship Award (2005, 2008, 2010), IBM Award (1997), 2× NCAA champion (1991, 1992), Consensus first-team All-American (1994), Consensus second-team All-American (1993), NABC Defensive Player of the Year (1993), ACC Player of the Year (1994), 2× First-team All-ACC (1993, 1994), Second-team All-ACC (1992), No. 33 retired by Duke Blue Devils, Third-team Parade All-American (1990), McDonald's All-American (1990), Virginia Mr. Basketball (1990)
  • Points: 17,137 (16.7 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 6,169 (6.0 rpg)
  • Assists: 4,252 (4.1 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2014
  • Medals, , Men's Basketball, Representing  United States, Olympic Games, : 1996 Atlanta: National team, Pan American Games, : 1991 Havana: National team, FIBA Americas U18 Championship, : 1990 Montevideo: National team
  • Men's Basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 1996 Atlanta: National team
  • Pan American Games
  • : 1991 Havana: National team
  • FIBA Americas U18 Championship
  • : 1990 Montevideo: National team

Grant Hill was born in Dallas, Texas and raised in Reston, Virginia. After playing college basketball at Duke, Hill was drafted by the Pistons with the third overall pick in 1994.

Over nine seasons with Detroit (1994–2001), Atlanta (2002–2013) and Phoenix (2007-13), Grant Hill became one of the most decorated players in NBA history. In 2001, he won his first championship with Detroit and also earned MVP honors that season.

He was named to five All-Star teams during his career and helped lead Atlanta to their only title in 2002. 

In 2013, aged 38 years old, Grant Hill announced his retirement from professional basketball after a 13-year career spent mainly with Phoenix Grant Hill is a former NBA All-Star and two-time NCAA champion.

Grant Hill was the ACC Player of the Year in 1994 and won an IBM Award in 1997. In 2000, he joined Orlando Magic where he played for seven seasons before moving to Phoenix Suns in 2012. 

After spending three years with the Clippers, he retired as a member of Los Angeles Lakers in 2013 at age 38 after 11 seasons in the league.

Also Played For: duke university, small forward

10. 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

11. Damion Lee

Shooting guard

Damion Lee Career

  • High school: , Calvert Hall (Towson, Maryland), St. Thomas More, (Oakdale, Connecticut)
  • College: , Drexel (2011–2015), Louisville (2015–2016)
  • NBA draft: 2016 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2016–present
  • 2016–2017: Maine Red Claws
  • 2017–2018: Santa Cruz Warriors
  • 2018: Atlanta Hawks
  • 2018–2020: →Santa Cruz Warriors
  • 2018–2022: Golden State Warriors
  • 2022–present: Phoenix Suns
  • NBA champion (2022), Second-team All-ACC (2016), First-team All-CAA (2015), Second-team All-CAA (2013), CAA All-Defensive Team (2015), CAA Rookie of the Year (2012)

Damion Lee was born on October 21, 1992 in Baltimore, Maryland. He attended high school at Calvert Hall and St. Thomas More before attending Drexel for two years from 2011 to 2015.

In March of 2016, Damion signed with Louisville as a junior college transfer and played there for one year before being drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 2017 NBA Draft. 

Damion has appeared in 139 career games (starting 111) over four seasons with the Suns and averaged 11 points, 3 rebounds and 1 assists per game while shooting 43% from three-point range.

Damion Lee has been playing in the NBA since 2018 and currently plays for the Phoenix Suns. Damion Lee is a rookie and was drafted by the Golden State Warriors in 2022, but did not play that season. He then played for Santa Cruz Warriors before being traded to Atlanta Hawks where he won his first championship in 2022.

Damion Lee is known for his defensive abilities, which have led him to be an All-CAA player multiple times throughout his career so far.

12. Torrey Craig

Forward

Torrey Craig Career

  • High school: Great Falls, (Great Falls, South Carolina)
  • College: USC Upstate (2010–2014)
  • NBA draft: 2014 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2014–present
  • 2014–2016: Cairns Taipans
  • 2015–2016: Wellington Saints
  • 2016–2017: Brisbane Bullets
  • 2017: Gold Coast Rollers
  • 2017–2020: Denver Nuggets
  • 2017–2018: →Sioux Falls Skyforce
  • 2020–2021: Milwaukee Bucks
  • 2021: Phoenix Suns
  • 2021–2022: Indiana Pacers
  • 2022–present: Phoenix Suns
  • NBL Best Defensive Player (2017), All-NBL Second Team (2017), NZNBL champion (2016), NZNBL MVP (2015), NZNBL Most Outstanding Guard (2015), 2× NZNBL All-Star Five (2015, 2016), AP honorable mention All-American (2012), Atlantic Sun Player of the Year (2012), 3× First-team All-Atlantic Sun (2012–2014), Atlantic Sun Freshman of the Year (2011)

Torrey Craig was born on December 19, 1990 in Columbia, South Carolina. Craig played college basketball at USC Upstate before being drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 2014 without playing a game in the NBA.

In 2016, he signed with Cairns Taipans of the Australian National Basketball League (NBL). Craig made his debut for Wellington Saints of New Zealand's National Basketball League (NZL) during the 2017–18 season and helped them to win their first NBL championship that season.

He is currently a free agent and has been linked to several teams including the Denver Nuggets, Portland Trail Blazers, and Golden State Warriors Craig was a two-time NZNBL champion and an All-Star for the league in both 2015 and 2016. 

Craig is one of only six players to ever be named Atlantic Sun Player of the Year, joining fellow Suns' guard Devin Booker, four-time NBA MVP Stephen Curry, three-time WNBA MVP Elena Delle Donne and now retired player Chris Bosh.

In 2012, he finished as AP honorable mention all-American while playing at Atlantic Sun school Coastal Carolina Chanticleers before transferring to Arizona State where he played under head coach Herb Sendek for his senior year. 

Craig has since gone on to play professionally with Denver Nuggets (2017–2020), Gold Coast Rollers (2017) and Sioux Falls Skyforce (2018). He will join Phoenix Suns from 2020 onwards after completing his 2nd stint in Australia.

Also Played For: indiana pacers

13. Charles Barkley

Power forward

Charles Barkley Career

  • High school: Leeds (Leeds, Alabama)
  • College: Auburn (1981–1984)
  • NBA draft 1984 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5th overall
  • Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
  • Playing career: 1984–2000
  • Position: Power forward / Small forward
  • Number: 34, 32, 4, 14
  • 1984–1992: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 1992–1996: Phoenix Suns
  • 1996–2000: Houston Rockets
  • NBA Most Valuable Player (1993), 11× NBA All-Star (1987–1997), NBA All-Star Game MVP (1991), 5× All-NBA First Team (1988–1991, 1993), 5× All-NBA Second Team (1986, 1987, 1992, 1994, 1995), All-NBA Third Team (1996), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1985), NBA rebounding leader (1988), 3× IBM Award (1986–1988), NBA anniversary team (50th, 75th), No. 34 retired by Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor, Third-team All-American – NABC (1984), SEC Player of the Year (1984), First-team All-SEC (1984), 2× Second-team All-SEC (1982, 1983), SEC tournament MVP (1984), No. 34 retired by Auburn Tigers
  • Points: 23,757 (22.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 12,546 (11.7 rpg)
  • Assists: 4,215 (3.9 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2006
  • Medals, , Representing the  United States, Men's national basketball team, Olympic Games, : 1992 Barcelona: Men's basketball, : 1996 Atlanta: Men's basketball, FIBA Americas Championship, : 1992 Portland: Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Men's national basketball team
  • Olympic Games
  • : 1992 Barcelona: Men's basketball
  • : 1996 Atlanta: Men's basketball
  • FIBA Americas Championship
  • : 1992 Portland: Men's basketball

Barkley was a three-time NBA All-Star and two-time slam dunk champion. He is one of the most quotable players in NBA history, with more than 2,000 spoken words documented on ESPN's "30 for 30" documentary series.

After retiring from playing basketball in 2000, Barkley became an analyst for TNT and Turner Broadcasting System (TBS). In 2017, he received the Presidential Medal of Freedom from U.S. President Barack Obama. Charles Barkley is a three-time NBA MVP and 11x All-Star.

He was the SEC Player of the Year in 1984 and led Auburn to an NCAA Championship that year. Charles Barkley is one of only two players in history to be named Second Team All-SEC twice and First Team All-SEC twice, as he was also awarded this accolade by the SEC in 1982 and 1983.

He played for Philadelphia from 1985–1996 before joining Phoenix on a four-year contract worth $52 million in 1997 (the most ever paid for an athlete at that time). 

In his 18 seasons with the 76ers, Rockets, Suns, Cavaliers, and Bucks he averaged 22 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists per game while shooting 54% from the field overall – all career highs.

Also Played For: philadelphia 76ers, nba 75th anniversary team

14. Dario Šarić

Power forward

Dario Šarić Career

  • NBA draft 2014 / Round: 1 / Pick: 12th overall
  • Selected by the Orlando Magic
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009: Zrinjevac
  • 2009–2012: Zagreb
  • 2010–2011: →Dubrava
  • 2012–2014: Cibona
  • 2014–2016: Anadolu Efes
  • 2016–2018: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2018–2019: Minnesota Timberwolves
  • 2019–present: Phoenix Suns
  • NBA All-Rookie First Team (2017), EuroLeague 50–40–90 club (2016), EuroLeague Free Throw Percentage leader (2016), Turkish Cup champion (2015), Turkish Presidential Cup champion (2015), Adriatic League MVP (2014), Adriatic League Final Four MVP (2014), Adriatic League Top Scorer (2014), Adriatic League Top Prospect (2014), Adriatic League Ideal Five (2014), 2× FIBA European Young Player of the Year (2013, 2014), Croatian League champion (2013), Croatian League Finals MVP (2013), 2× Croatian Cup champion (2010, 2013), 2× All-Croatian League First Team (2013, 2014), All-Croatian League Second Team (2011), 2× All-Croatian League Forward of the Year (2013, 2014), FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship MVP (2012), FIBA Europe Under-16 Championship MVP (2010)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  Croatia, FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship, : 2012 Latvia/Lithuania: U-18 Team, European U-16 Championship, : 2010 Montenegro: U-16 Team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  Croatia
  • FIBA Europe Under-18 Championship
  • : 2012 Latvia/Lithuania: U-18 Team
  • European U-16 Championship
  • : 2010 Montenegro: U-16 Team

Orlando Magic in the 2014 NBA draft. Zrinjevac, Zagreb, Cibona and now the Phoenix Suns. 3. Šarić is a power forward with excellent shooting ability from beyond the arc.

Croatian teams over his career and is set to play for Croatia at this year's EuroBasket tournament He is a Croatian professional basketball player who has played for several European clubs, most notably Anadolu Efes in Turkey and the Philadelphia 76ers and Minnesota Timberwolves of the NBA.

December 5, 1991 in Zagreb, Croatia. He started playing organized basketball at age 7 with his local club NK Slavonac before signing with Italian side Virtus Bologna at age 16. In 2011, he moved to Spain where he signed with FC Barcelona's junior team but didn’t play any games due to an injury sustained during preseason training camp.

Šarić then decided to move back home to Croatia and join KK Zrinjski Mostar instead where he spent two years developing his game under head coach Dušan Ivković before moving again – this time overseas – to Turkish powerhouse Anadolu Efes in 2013. 

Istanbul-based club as he led them to their first EuroLeague title since 2006 and also won both the Turkish Cup (2015) and Turkish Presidential Cup (2015).

He finished runner-up in the 2014 Adriatic League MVP voting behind teammate Ardan Ilyasova but was still named an All-Star starter for both campaigns by Euroleague Basketball commentators after averaging 20 points per game over those two seasons combined. 

While shooting 49% from three point range en route to being voted MVP of both finals tournaments respectively.

 In January 2016, it was announced that Šarić had agreed terms on a contract extension with Anadolu until 2020 which would keep him at the club through the 2018–19 season when he finally joined another European superpower - Philadelphia 76ers - on a four year deal worth $32 million dollars including $10 million guaranteed.

Also Played For: eurobasket, nba 2k19

15. Kelly Oubre Jr.

Small forward

Kelly Oubre Jr. Career

  • 2015–2018: Washington Wizards
  • 2018–2020: Phoenix Suns
  • 2020–2021: Golden State Warriors
  • 2021–present: Charlotte Hornets

Kelly Oubre Jr. is a small forward who was drafted by the Washington Wizards in the first round of the 2018 NBA draft. Oubre spent two years at Kansas, where he averaged 10.5 points and 5 rebounds per game as a sophomore and junior.

Oubre was selected with the 12th overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets, reuniting him with his former head coach at Kansas, Bill Self. 

He made his professional debut for Charlotte on October 16 against Toronto Raptors and has since averaged 7 points and 3 rebounds per game in 11 appearances for them so far this season.

In December 2017, Oubre underwent surgery to remove a benign tumor from his right adductor muscle that had been bothering him for some time. 

Kelly Oubre Jr. was selected 15th overall in the 2015 NBA Draft by the Atlanta Hawks. Kelly Oubre Jr.'s playing career began with the Washington Wizards in 2015-16 where he averaged 4 points and 2 rebounds per game.

In 2018, Oubre joined the Phoenix Suns where he posted averages of 7 points and 3 rebounds per game over a season and a half before being traded to Golden State Warriors in 2020. 

Over his four seasons with Golden State, including two as an starter, Oubre has averaged 13 points and 6 rebounds per outing while shooting 43% from three-point range. 

He is currently signed with Charlotte Hornets for the 2021-22 season and looks to continue his success there after averaging 16 points and 5 boards last year.

Also Played For: charlotte hornets

16. Bismack Biyombo

Center

Bismack Biyombo Career

  • NBA draft 2011 / Round: 1 / Pick: 7th overall
  • Selected by the Sacramento Kings
  • Playing career: 2009–present
  • 2009: Fuenlabrada-Getafe Madrid
  • 2009–2011: CB Illescas
  • 2011: Baloncesto Fuenlabrada
  • 2011–2015: Charlotte Bobcats / Hornets
  • 2015–2016: Toronto Raptors
  • 2016–2018: Orlando Magic
  • 2018–2021: Charlotte Hornets
  • 2022–present: Phoenix Suns

Bismack Biyombo was born in Lubumbashi, Zaire (now DR Congo) on August 28th, 1992. Biyombo played college basketball for the University of South Carolina and then spent two seasons with the Charlotte Hornets before being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers in 2015.

After a season with the Blazers, he was drafted seventh overall by the Phoenix Suns in the 2011 NBA Draft. Biyobo has been one of the league's most dominant centers during his career, averaging 11 rebounds and 2 blocks per game over his 10-year career thus far. 

He is a three-time All-Star (2015–2018), an Olympic gold medalist with Team Africa at London 2012, and helped take Uganda to their first FIBA World Cup appearance in 2018 where they were eliminated in group play by Argentina Bismack Biyombo is a 7'2" center who has been playing in the NBA for six seasons.

He was drafted by the Sacramento Kings in 2009 and has since played for several teams, most recently with the Phoenix Suns. His height and size make him an imposing force on both offense and defense, which has helped him accumulate many accolades over his career so far.

Biyombo is known for his unique style of play that relies heavily on physicality and athleticism; he's often compared to former Magic player Dwight Howard due to this similarity. 

Although he hasn't had as successful a season as some would have liked, Bismack remains one of the best centers in the league overall, if not THE best center currently playing at his position.

Also Played For: center basketball, toronto raptors

17. Mikal Bridges

Guard

Mikal Bridges Career

  • High school: Great Valley, (Malvern, Pennsylvania)
  • College: Villanova (2015–2018)
  • NBA draft 2018 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10th overall
  • Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
  • Playing career: 2018–present
  • 2018–present: Phoenix Suns
  • NBA All-Defensive First Team (2022), 2× NCAA champion (2016, 2018), Third-team All-American – AP, SN, NABC (2018), Julius Erving Award (2018), First-team All-Big East (2018), Second-team All-Big East (2017), Big East Co-Defensive Player of the Year (2017), Big East tournament MVP (2018)

Mikal Bridges was drafted 10th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2018 NBA Draft. He played college basketball at Villanova and was a two-time All-American.

Bridges started his professional career with the Phoenix Suns, where he has averaged 8 points and 3 rebounds per game over three seasons. In October 2019, Bridges signed a contract extension with the Suns that will keep him with the team until the 2024-25 season.

Mikal Bridges is a versatile forward who has played both shooting guard and small forward in his career. He attended college at Villanova, where he was named a two-time NCAA champion and third-team All-American as a senior in 2018. 

The Phoenix Suns selected Bridges with the 10th overall pick of the 2018 NBA draft, and he has since made an impact on their team as a rookie player.

In 22 games this season, he averages 11 points, 5 rebounds, and 2 assists per game while shooting 46% from the field and 34% from three-point range. As one of the most promising young players in the NBA, Mikal Bridges will continue to develop his skills over time and is sure to be an asset for any team that picks him up.

Also Played For: villanova wildcats, western conference

18. Saben Lee

Utah Jazz

Saben Lee Career

  • High school: Corona del Sol, (Tempe, Arizona)
  • College: Vanderbilt (2017–2020)
  • NBA draft 2020 / Round: 2 / Pick: 38th overall
  • Selected by the Utah Jazz
  • Playing career: 2020–present
  • 2020–2022: Detroit Pistons
  • 2021–2022: →Motor City Cruise
  • 2022: Raptors 905
  • 2022: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2022: →Delaware Blue Coats
  • 2022–present: Raptors 905
  • All-NBA G League Second Team (2022), Second-team All-SEC (2020)

Saben Lee was born on June 23, 1999 in St. Louis, Missouri and played college basketball at Vanderbilt before being drafted by the Utah Jazz in the 2020 NBA Draft.

Saben is a point guard who stands at 6' 2" and weighs 183 lbs., which shows that he has good size for the position. 

As a sophomore at Corona del Sol High School (Tempe, Arizona), Lee averaged 18 points per game while shooting 47% from three-point range and 89% from the free throw line en route to winning MVP honors of his state championship team as a junior.

In 2017–2018, as a freshman with Vanderbilt, Saben averaged 12 points per game while making 42% of his three-pointers and 91% of his free throws – both NCAA records for freshmen players during that season's conference play. 

After averaging 17 points per game over 36 games during his 2018–2019 campaign with Vandy (15 starts), Saben declared for the 2019 NBA draft but returned to Nashville after being undrafted to continue developing as a player under head coach Bryce Drew and assistant coaches Jay Wright and Rick Barnes.

Also Played For: nba g league

19. Cliff Robinson

Power forward

Cliff Robinson Career

  • 1989–1997: Portland Trail Blazers
  • 1997–2001: Phoenix Suns
  • 2001–2003: Detroit Pistons
  • 2003–2005: Golden State Warriors
  • 2005–2007: New Jersey Nets

Cliff Robinson was a professional basketball player who played for the Portland Trail Blazers from 1989 to 2007. He is best known for his time on Survivor: Cagayan in 2013, where he became the sixth person voted out of the game.

Robinson died at age 53 in 2020 after a long battle with cancer. Cliff Robinson was an all-star player in the NBA for a number of seasons, and he is often considered one of the best wing players to ever play the game. 

Robinson was known for his explosiveness and athleticism on both ends of the court, which helped him become one of the most feared perimeter defenders in league history.

He also had a strong scoring ability, averaging over 14 points per game throughout his career. After retiring from playing professional basketball, Robinson served as an assistant coach with several teams before eventually taking over as head coach at Indiana State University. 

In 2017, he became president of Basketball Operations for the Atlanta Hawks after previously serving as general manager for their D-League affiliate team during that time period.

Also Played For: portland trail blazers, uconn huskies

20. Maurice Lucas

Power forward

Maurice Lucas Career

  • High school: Schenley (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
  • College: Marquette (1972–1974)
  • NBA draft 1974 / Round: 1 / Pick: 14th overall
  • Selected by the Chicago Bulls
  • Playing career: 1974–1988
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 20, 25, 33, 23
  • 1974–1975: Spirits of St. Louis
  • 1975–1976: Kentucky Colonels
  • 1976–1980: Portland Trail Blazers
  • 1980–1981: New Jersey Nets
  • 1981–1982: New York Knicks
  • 1982–1985: Phoenix Suns
  • 1985–1986: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 1986–1987: Seattle SuperSonics
  • 1987–1988: Portland Trail Blazers
  • NBA champion (1977), 4× NBA All-Star (1977–1979, 1983), ABA All-Star (1976), All-NBA Second Team (1978), NBA All-Defensive First Team (1978), NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1979), ABA All-Time Team, No. 20 retired by Portland Trail Blazers, Third-team All-American – NABC (1974), No. 20 retired by Marquette Golden Eagles, Mr. Basketball USA (1971)
  • Points: 14,857 (14.6 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 9,306 (9.1 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,498 (2.4 apg)

Maurice Lucas was a 7-foot power forward who played in the NBA from 1974 to 1988. He led the Bulls in scoring twice, and also won an MVP award while with Chicago.

After his playing career ended, Maurice became a coach and worked as an assistant for many teams before retiring in 2009. Maurice died on October 31, 2010 after a long battle with cancer at age 58 Maurice Lucas was a key player on the Portland Trail Blazers during the late 1970s and early 1980s.

He was an all-star, defensive specialist and Mr. Basketball USA winner in 1971. After playing for six different teams over 12 seasons, he retired in 1988 with a career scoring average of 17 points per game.

Also Played For: marquette golden eagles

21. Connie Hawkins

Phoenix Suns

Connie Hawkins Career

  • High school: Boys (Brooklyn, New York)
  • NBA draft: 1964 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 1961–1976
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • Number: 42
  • 1961–1963: Pittsburgh Rens
  • 1963–1967: Harlem Globetrotters
  • 1967–1969: Pittsburgh/Minnesota Pipers
  • 1969–1973: Phoenix Suns
  • 1973–1975: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 1975–1976: Atlanta Hawks
  • ABA champion (1968), ABA Playoffs MVP (1968), ABA MVP (1968), 4× NBA All-Star (1970–1973), ABA All-Star (1968), All-NBA First Team (1970), 2× All-ABA First Team (1968, 1969), ABA All-Time Team, No. 42 retired by Phoenix Suns, ABL MVP (1962), All-ABL First Team (1962), Mr. Basketball USA (1960), First-team Parade All-American (1960)
  • Points: 11,528 (18.7 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 5,450 (8.8 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,556 (4.1 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player

Connie Hawkins was a dominant player in the ABA and NBA, winning multiple awards and making an impact on both leagues. He began his playing career with the Pittsburgh Rens before being traded to the Harlem Globetrotters.

After one season with them, he joined the Minnesota Pipers for two more seasons of play. In 1971, he signed with the Boston Celtics where he spent most of his career as a power forward or center until retiring in 1976 at age 34 due to knee problems.

Connie Hawkins is considered one of the best players in ABA history and was inducted into both the Basketball Hall of Fame and Pro Football Hall of Fame (with honorary induction from NFL commissioner Roger Goodell). 

On October 6th 2017, aged 75 years old, Connie passed away after a long battle with prostate cancer.

Also Played For: american basketball association, slam magazine

22. Charlie Scott

Charlie Scott Career

  • High school: , Stuyvesant, (New York City, New York), Laurinburg Institute, (Laurinburg, North Carolina)
  • College: North Carolina (1967–1970)
  • NBA draft 1970 / Round: 7 / Pick: 106th overall
  • Selected by the Boston Celtics
  • Playing career: 1970–1980
  • Position: Point guard / Shooting guard
  • Number: 33, 11
  • 1970–1972: Virginia Squires
  • 1972–1975: Phoenix Suns
  • 1975–1977: Boston Celtics
  • 1977–1978: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 1978–1980: Denver Nuggets
  • NBA champion (1976), 3× NBA All-Star (1973–1975), 2× ABA All-Star (1971, 1972), All-ABA First Team (1971), All-ABA Second Team (1972), ABA Rookie of the Year (1971), ABA All-Rookie First Team (1971), ABA All-Time Team, 2× Consensus second-team All-American (1969, 1970), ACC Athlete of the Year (1970), 3× First-team All-ACC (1968–1970)
  • Points: 14,837 (20.7 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 2,846 (4.0 rpg)
  • Assists: 3,515 (4.9 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2015
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 1968 Mexico City: Team competition
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 1968 Mexico City: Team competition

Scott was a highly acclaimed high school player, and he was drafted by the Boston Celtics in the 1970 NBA draft. He played for the team from 1970 to 1980, making 11 appearances in total.

Scott is most famous for his time with the Celtics, where he enjoyed great success; notably winning three championships during his tenure. However, he also had successful spells with other teams throughout his career.

After ending his playing days, Scott went on to have a long and successful coaching career at various levels of American basketball. In 2017 he became head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team. 

Charlie Scott is currently aged 74 years old and remains active in both professional coaching and charity work - particularly relating to children's welfare issues One of the most exciting players in ABA and NBA history, Scott was a key contributor to several championship teams.

He finished his career with 7x All-Star selections, 2× MVP awards, and 3× Finals MVP votes. His athleticism and scoring ability were unmatched at the time of his retirement in 1980.

Also Played For: unc basketball, north carolina basketball

23. Devin Booker

Phoenix Suns

Devin Booker Career

  • High school: , Grandville (Grandville, Michigan), Moss Point (Moss Point, Mississippi)
  • College: Kentucky (2014–2015)
  • NBA draft 2015 / Round: 1 / Pick: 13th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 2015–present
  • 2015–present: Phoenix Suns
  • 3× NBA All-Star (2020–2022), All-NBA First Team (2022), NBA All-Rookie First Team (2016), NBA Three-Point Contest champion (2018), SEC Sixth Man of the Year (2015), Second-team All-SEC (2015), SEC All-Freshmen Team (2015), McDonald's All-American (2014)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 2020 Tokyo: Team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2020 Tokyo: Team

Devin Booker is a shooting guard for the Phoenix Suns. He was drafted 13th overall in the 2015 NBA Draft by the Phoenix Suns and has since played for them in both the NBA and NBPA leagues.

Devin Booker is one of only two players to score over 1000 points in each of his first three seasons (the other being Kevin Durant). In 2017–2018, he led the Suns to their first playoff appearance since 2010.

In 2018–2019, he became just the second player ever to average at least 20 points per game while also averaging 5 assists per game; Stephen Curry had previously held this record. Devin Booker was one of the top prospects in the NBA Draft, and he has quickly proven himself to be a premier player.

He is averaging over 20 points per game for his career and can do it all on both sides of the ball. Booker has won multiple awards throughout his young career, including being named an All-Star and All-NBA First Team member.

Also Played For: basketball, fantasy basketball

24. Monty Williams

Orlando Magic

Monty Williams Career

  • High school: Potomac (Oxon Hill, Maryland)
  • College: Notre Dame (1989–1994)
  • NBA draft 1994 / Round: 1 / Pick: 24th overall
  • Selected by the New York Knicks
  • Playing career: 1994–2003
  • Position: Small forward
  • Number: 2, 41, 3, 5
  • Coaching career: 2005–present
  • As head coach:, NBA Coach of the Year (2022), 2× NBCA Coach of the Year (2021, 2022), NBA All-Star Game head coach (2022)
  • Points: 2,884 (6.3 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1,296 (2.8 rpg)
  • Assists: 544 (1.2 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, FIBA U21 World Championship, : 1993 Valladolid: National team, Assistant Coach for the  United States, men's national basketball team, World Cup, : 2014 Spain: Team, Olympic Games, : 2016 Rio de Janeiro: Team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • FIBA U21 World Championship
  • : 1993 Valladolid: National team
  • Assistant Coach for the  United States
  • men's national basketball team
  • World Cup
  • : 2014 Spain: Team
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2016 Rio de Janeiro: Team

Monty Williams is a head coach in the NBA. He played for the New York Knicks from 1994-2003 and had successful seasons with them, including winning an NBA championship in 1999.

After leaving the Knicks, he spent time as a player development coach with the Charlotte Hornets before taking over as head coach of the Suns in 2015. In his first season at Phoenix, he led them to 50 wins and an appearance in the playoffs; they went on to win their first playoff series since 1988 that year.

Williams has been praised for his coaching style which emphasises defensive principles and player rotations - two things which have helped him build successful teams both domestically and internationally during his career.

 Monty Williams is a successful head coach with over 10 years of coaching experience. He has coached the Portland Trail Blazers, New Orleans Hornets, and Oklahoma City Thunder in his career so far.

Monty Williams was named NBA Coach of the Year in 2022 and 2× NBCA Coach of the Year in 2021 and 2022 respectively. His teams have had moderate success overall but he is known for developing young players into stars such as Anthony Davis and DeMarcus Cousins. Monty Williams will continue to coach for the Phoenix Suns next season.

Also Played For: university of notre dame basketball

25. Cameron Plain

Cameron Plain Career

  • 2015–2017: Oklahoma City Thunder
  • 2015–2017:Oklahoma City Blue
  • 2017–2019: Chicago Bulls
  • 2017–2018:Windy City Bulls
  • 2019: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2019–2020: Shanxi Loongs
  • 2020: Texas Legends
  • 2020–present: Phoenix Suns

Cameron Payne is a professional basketball player for the Phoenix Suns. He was drafted 14th overall by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2015 NBA draft and has played with them since then.

Payne has a strong shooting ability, averaging over 36% from three point range throughout his career so far. In 2017, he led Oklahoma City to their first ever playoff appearance, where they were defeated 4–1 by Golden State Warriors in the second round.

Outside of playing basketball, Cameron Payne also owns an apparel company called "The Koozie" which provides comfortable clothing for athletes during games and workouts alike Cameron Plain is a 6-foot-10 power forward from Oklahoma City, and he was one of the top recruits in the Class of 2015.

He played for two seasons at Oklahoma City before transferring to Blue in 2017. In his lone season with Blue, Plain averaged 17 points and 9 rebounds per game while helping them make it to the NCAA Tournament as a No. 16 seed. 

After playing just one season at Illinois State, Plain signed with Cleveland on July 11th 2019 and will join their summer league team this upcoming offseason.

Also Played For: a.f.c. bournemouth, murray state racers basketball

26. Gus Johnson

Power forward

Gus Johnson Career

  • High school: Central (Akron, Ohio)
  • College: , Idaho (1962–1963), Boise Junior College (1961–1962), Akron (did not play)
  • NBA draft 1963 / Round: 2 / Pick: 10th overall
  • Selected by the Baltimore Bullets
  • Playing career: 1963–1973
  • Position: Power forward / Small forward
  • Number: 25, 13
  • 1963–1972: Baltimore Bullets
  • 1972: Phoenix Suns
  • 1972–1973: Indiana Pacers
  • ABA champion (1973), 5× NBA All-Star (1965, 1968–1971), 4× All-NBA Second Team (1965, 1966, 1970, 1971), 2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1970, 1971), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1964), No. 25 retired by Washington Wizards, No. 43 retired by Idaho Vandals
  • Points: 10,243 (16.2 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 7,624 (12.1 rpg)
  • Assists: 1,603 (2.5 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player

Gus Johnson was a prominent member of the Indiana Pacers during their 1972-73 ABA season. He had an impressive career in the NBA, playing for five different teams over 14 seasons.

Johnson died from liver cancer in 1987 at just 48 years old. Gus Johnson was a high-flying power forward and small forward who played in the NBA and ABA for over 20 years. He is most famous for his time with the Baltimore Bullets, where he won an ABA championship in 1973.

Johnson also enjoyed success with the Phoenix Suns and Indiana Pacers, winning two more championships apiece. He was an All-Star throughout his career, as well as being named to both All-NBA Second Team and All-Defensive First Teams at various points in his career. 

In 2003, Gus Johnson retired from professional basketball after playing one final season with Washington Wizards; he later had his number 43 retired by Idaho Vandals of the NBDL (now G League).

Also Played For: washington wizards

27. Danny Ainge

Shooting guard

Danny Ainge Career

  • High school: North Eugene (Eugene, Oregon)
  • College: BYU (1977–1981)
  • NBA draft 1981 / Round: 2 / Pick: 31st overall
  • Selected by the Boston Celtics
  • Playing career: 1981–1995
  • Position: Shooting guard
  • Number: 44, 7, 9, 22
  • Coaching career: 1996–1999
  • As player:, 2× NBA champion (1984, 1986), NBA All-Star (1988), John R. Wooden Award (1981), NABC Player of the Year (1981), Consensus first-team All-American (1981), Third-team All-American – NABC (1980), Fourth-team All-American – NABC (1979), WAC Player of the Year (1981), 4× First-team All-WAC (1978–1981), No. 22 retired by BYU Cougars, Second-team Parade All-American (1977), , As executive:, , NBA champion (2008), NBA Executive of the Year (2008)
  • Points: 11,964 (11.5 ppg)
  • Assists: 4,199 (4.0 apg)
  • Steals: 1,133 (1.1 spg), Baseball career
  • Second baseman / Third baseman
  • Batted: Right, Threw: Right

Danny Ainge was born in 1959 and is the CEO of basketball operations for the Utah Jazz. He played shooting guard in the NBA from 1981 to 1995, winning three championships with Boston Celtics.

After leaving coaching, he served as general manager of the Phoenix Suns from 1996 to 2000 before returning to coaching with the Boston Celtics from 2001 until his retirement in 2017. 

Danny Ainge is a successful NBA coach and player who has been responsible for two championships with the Boston Celtics.

Danny Ainge was born in Utah on November 12, 1962, and played collegiately at Brigham Young University before being drafted by the Boston Celtics in 1981. 

As a player for the Celtics, he helped lead them to back-to-back NBA Championships in 1984 and 1986. He also won numerous accolades including an NBA All-Star selection, John R.

Wooden Award as college basketball’s best player, NABC Player of the Year award from both organizations (1981), WAC Player of the Year award (1981) and four First Team All-WAC selections during his playing career at BYU Cougars (1978–81). 

After ending his playing days with Phoenix Suns in 1995, Danny took up coaching where he led them to three consecutive playoff appearances before eventually retiring following 1999 season with 283 wins – third most all time - 290 losses (.488 winning percentage).

Also Played For: byu cougars men's basketball

28. Larry Nance

Forward

Larry Nance Career

  • High school: McDuffie (Anderson, South Carolina)
  • College: Clemson (1977–1981)
  • NBA draft 1981 / Round: 1 / Pick: 20th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1981–1994
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 22, 6
  • 1981–1988: Phoenix Suns
  • 1988–1994: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 3× NBA All-Star (1985, 1989, 1993), NBA All-Defensive First Team (1989), 2× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1992, 1993), NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion (1984), No. 22 retired by Cleveland Cavaliers, Second-team All-ACC (1981)
  • Points: 15,687 (17.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 7,067 (8.0 rpg)
  • Blocks: 2,027 (2.2 bpg)

Larry Nance Sr. was a standout power forward at Clemson University before being drafted by the Phoenix Suns in 1981. He played for the team until 1994, averaging 18 points and 10 rebounds per game over his career.

In 1988, Nance was named to the All-NBA Third Team and helped lead Phoenix to its only championship that year. After retirement from playing professionally, Nance worked as an assistant coach with the Los Angeles Lakers for two seasons (2006–2008).

In 2015, he became head coach of the Tulsa 66ers of the NBA Development League and led them to their first playoff appearance in franchise history. 

Larry Nance Sr., who is also African American, has been lauded for his contributions to basketball as both a player and a coach; he has been inducted into both the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and College Basketball Hall of Fame, among other awards and accolades.

29. Dennis Johnson

Point guard

Dennis Johnson Career

  • High school: Dominguez (Compton, California)
  • College: , LA Harbor College (1973–1975), Pepperdine (1975–1976)
  • NBA draft 1976 / Round: 2 / Pick: 29th overall
  • Selected by the Seattle SuperSonics
  • Playing career: 1976–1990
  • Position: Point guard / Shooting guard
  • Number: 24, 3
  • Coaching career: 1993–2007
  • 3× NBA champion (1979, 1984, 1986), NBA Finals MVP (1979), 5× NBA All-Star (1979–1982, 1985), All-NBA First Team (1981), All-NBA Second Team (1980), 6× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1979–1983, 1987), 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1984–1986), No. 3 retired by Boston Celtics
  • Points: 15,535 (14.1 ppg)
  • Assists: 5,499 (5.0 apg)
  • Steals: 1,477 (1.3 spg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player

Johnson was a highly-talented point guard and shooting guard in the NBA. He was drafted by the Seattle SuperSonics in 1976 and spent most of his career with them.

Johnson is best known for leading the Boston Celtics to their first championship in 86, including an iconic Game 7 performance against John Stockton and Utah Jazz.

Johnson also played for Orlando Magic, San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Clippers and New York Knicks during his professional career. 

Dennis Johnson died from heart failure on February 22nd, 2007 at age 52 after a long battle with illness Dennis Johnson was a 7-time NBA All-Star and 3x champion.

Dennis Johnson played for the Seattle SuperSonics, Phoenix Suns, Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Clippers during his career. 

After retiring as a player in 2007, Dennis Johnson became an assistant coach with the LA Clippers before becoming head coach of Austin Toros in 2008. In 2010, he was named interim head coach of the Sacramento Kings after Rick Adelman resigned due to health reasons.

He held this position until early 2011 when he left to become an assistant coach with Golden State Warriors under Mark Jackson where he remained until 2014 when he retired from coaching altogether at age 59 years old.

30. Paul Silas

Power forward

Paul Silas Career

  • High school: McClymonds (Oakland, California)
  • College: Creighton (1961–1964)
  • NBA draft 1964 / Round: 2 / Pick: 10th overall
  • Selected by the St. Louis Hawks
  • Playing career: 1964–1980
  • Position: Power forward
  • Number: 29, 12, 35, 36
  • Coaching career: 1980–2012
  • 3× NBA champion (1974, 1976, 1979), 2× NBA All-Star (1972, 1975), 2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1975, 1976), 3× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1971–1973), Second-team All-American – NABC (1964), Third-team All-American – AP, UPI (1964), No. 35 retired by Creighton Bluejays, NCAA rebounding leader (1963), Second-team Parade All-American (1960), California Mr. Basketball (1960)
  • Points: 11,782 (9.4 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 12,357 (9.9 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,572 (2.1 apg)
  • NBA: 387–488 (.442)
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2017

Paul Silas was a dominant power forward in the NBA for many years. He played for the St. Louis Hawks, Seattle SuperSonics, Philadelphia 76ers and Milwaukee Bucks during his playing career.

After retiring from professional basketball, he became a successful coach with stints with the Chicago Bulls, Boston Celtics and Charlotte Hornets. He passed away on December 10th 2022 at the age of 79 after a long battle with cancer.

Paul Silas was a three-time NBA champion with the St. Louis Hawks, Phoenix Suns, and Boston Celtics. He also won an Olympic Gold Medal as a member of the US Men’s Basketball Team in 1976. 

After retiring from playing basketball, Paul Silas became a successful coach for several teams including the San Diego Clippers, New Jersey Nets (assistant), and Phoenix Suns (assistant).

In 2010 he took over as head coach of the Charlotte Bobcats where he led them to their first ever playoff appearance but was subsequently fired midseason in 2012 after posting losing records in each of his two seasons at the helm.

31. Jason Kidd

Point guard

Jason Kidd Career

  • High school: St. Joseph Notre Dame, (Alameda, California)
  • College: California (1992–1994)
  • NBA draft 1994 / Round: 1 / Pick: 2nd overall
  • Selected by the Dallas Mavericks
  • Playing career: 1994–2013
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 5, 32, 2
  • Coaching career: 2013–present
  • As player:, NBA champion (2011), 10× NBA All-Star (1996, 1998, 2000–2004, 2007, 2008, 2010), 5× All-NBA First Team (1999–2002, 2004), All-NBA Second Team (2003), 4× NBA All-Defensive First Team (1999, 2001, 2002, 2006), 5× NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2000, 2003–2005, 2007), NBA Co-Rookie of the Year (1995), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1995), 5× NBA assists leader (1999–2001, 2003, 2004), 2× NBA Sportsmanship Award (2012, 2013), USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (2007), NBA 75th Anniversary Team, No. 5 retired by Brooklyn Nets, Consensus first-team All-American (1994), USBWA National Freshman of the Year (1993), Pac-10 Player of the Year (1994), Pac-10 Freshman of the Year (1993), NCAA season assists leader (1994), NCAA season steals leader (1993), No. 5 retired by California Golden Bears, National high school player of the year (1992), McDonald's All-American (1992), 2× First-team Parade All-American (1991, 1992), 2× California Mr. Basketball (1991, 1992), , As assistant coach:, , NBA champion (2020)
  • Points: 17,529 (12.6 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 8,725 (6.3 rpg)
  • Assists: 12,091 (8.7 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 2000 Sydney: Team, : 2008 Beijing: Team, FIBA Americas Championship, : 1999 San Juan: , : 2003 San Juan: , : 2007 Las Vegas:
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2000 Sydney: Team
  • : 2008 Beijing: Team
  • FIBA Americas Championship
  • : 1999 San Juan:
  • : 2003 San Juan:
  • : 2007 Las Vegas:

Jason Kidd was born on March 23, 1973, in San Francisco, California. Kidd played point guard for the Dallas Mavericks from 1994 to 2013. Kidd was a three-time NBA champion (2000, 2001, 2005) and a two-time MVP (2001, 2005).

Kidd was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2013. Kidd has served as head coach of the Dallas Mavericks since 2014. After a successful playing career with the Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns, Kidd became a head coach in 2013 with the Brooklyn Nets.

In his two seasons as coach, he led the Nets to the playoffs both years. Kidd was one of the most decorated players in NBA history, winning 5 championships, 10 All-Star games, 5 All-NBA teams, and 4 All-Defensive teams. 

As a coach, Kidd has led the Brooklyn Nets to two playoff appearances in his two seasons as head coach.

Also Played For: dallas mavericks, nba 2000s

32. Michael Finley

Michael Finley Career

  • High school: Proviso East (Maywood, Illinois)
  • College: Wisconsin (1991–1995)
  • NBA draft 1995 / Round: 1 / Pick: 21st overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1995–2010
  • Position: Small forward / Shooting guard
  • Number: 4, 40
  • 1995–1996: Phoenix Suns
  • 1996–2005: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2005–2010: San Antonio Spurs
  • 2010: Boston Celtics
  • NBA champion (2007), 2× NBA All-Star (2000, 2001), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1996), 2× First-team All-Big Ten (1993, 1995), USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year (1993), No. 24 jersey retired by Wisconsin Badgers
  • Points: 17,306 (15.8 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 4,804 (4.4 rpg)
  • Assists: 3,245 (2.9 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  United States, Goodwill Games, : 1994 St. Petersburg: National team, Summer Universiade, : 1993 Buffalo: National team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • Goodwill Games
  • : 1994 St. Petersburg: National team
  • Summer Universiade
  • : 1993 Buffalo: National team

Michael Finley was a key player for the Phoenix Suns during his playing career. He was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 1995 NBA draft and spent the majority of his career with the team.

He was named to the All-Rookie First Team in 1995 and was a four-time All-Star. He retired in 2010 after playing with the Mavericks for six seasons. He is currently an assistant general manager/vice president of basketball operations for the Dallas Mavericks.

He was born in Illinois and has American citizenship. He is listed at 6'7" and 215 pounds. He has two children. He currently resides in Dallas, TX. Michael Finley was a versatile player who excelled at both shooting and passing. Finley was a four-time All-Star and two-time NBA champion.

He is a member of the Wisconsin Badgers' basketball hall of fame. Finley retired in 2010 after a long career in the NBA.

Also Played For: san antonio spurs, 2003–04 nba season

33. Steve Nash

Point guard

Steve Nash Career

  • High school: St. Michaels, (Victoria, British Columbia)
  • College: Santa Clara (1992–1996)
  • NBA draft 1996 / Round: 1 / Pick: 15th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1996–2015
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 13, 10
  • Coaching career: 2020–present
  • 2× NBA Most Valuable Player (2005, 2006), 8× NBA All-Star (2002, 2003, 2005–2008, 2010, 2012), 3× All-NBA First Team (2005–2007), 2× All-NBA Second Team (2008, 2010), 2× All-NBA Third Team (2002, 2003), 5× NBA assists leader (2005–2007, 2010, 2011), 4× 50–40–90 club (2006, 2008–2010), Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor, NBA 75th Anniversary Team, 2× FIBA AmeriCup MVP (1999, 2003), Lou Marsh Trophy (2005), 3× Lionel Conacher Award (2002, 2005, 2006), 2× WCC Player of the Year (1995, 1996), No. 11 retired by Santa Clara Broncos
  • Points: 17,387 (14.3 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,642 (3.0 rpg)
  • Assists: 10,335 (8.5 apg)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • FIBA Hall of Fame as player
  • Medals, , Representing  Canada, FIBA AmeriCup, : 1999 San Juan: National team, : 2001 Neuquén: National team, Universiade, : 1991 Sheffield: National team, : 1993 Buffalo: National team
  • Representing  Canada
  • FIBA AmeriCup
  • : 1999 San Juan: National team
  • : 2001 Neuquén: National team
  • Universiade
  • : 1991 Sheffield: National team
  • : 1993 Buffalo: National team

Nash is a Canadian point guard who played in the NBA from 1996 to 2015. He was one of the most successful point guards in NBA history, winning an NBA championship with the Phoenix Suns in 2010.

After playing his entire career in the Phoenix Suns organization, Nash retired in 2015. In 2020, Nash began a coaching career with the Los Angeles Lakers. Nash is known for his exceptional passing skills and strong shooting ability.

He is married to Tanya Harding, with whom he has two children. Nash is a popular figure in the basketball community and has received numerous awards and accolades throughout his career. Nash was a two-time NBA MVP and eight-time All-Star, as well as a three-time All-NBA First Team selection.

He was also a five-time NBA assists leader. Nash was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the first round of the 1996 NBA Draft. He played there for six seasons before being traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 1998. Nash spent the next four seasons with the Mavericks before being traded to the Phoenix Suns in 2004.

He spent the next 12 seasons with the Suns, winning two more MVP Awards and helping the team reach the NBA Finals twice. Nash announced his retirement from the NBA in 2015, after playing with the Los Angeles Lakers. He now coaches the Brooklyn Nets.

Also Played For: point guard

34. Shawn Marion

Power forward

Shawn Marion Career

  • High school: Clarksville (Clarksville, Tennessee)
  • College: , Vincennes (1996–1998), UNLV (1998–1999)
  • NBA draft 1999 / Round: 1 / Pick: 9th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1999–2015
  • Position: Small forward / Power forward
  • Number: 31, 7, 0
  • 1999–2008: Phoenix Suns
  • 2008–2009: Miami Heat
  • 2009: Toronto Raptors
  • 2009–2014: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2014–2015: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • NBA champion (2011), 4× NBA All-Star (2003, 2005–2007), 2× All-NBA Third Team (2005, 2006), NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2000), First-team All-WAC (1999)
  • Points: 17,700 (15.2 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 10,101 (8.7 rpg)
  • Assists: 2,198 (1.9 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 2004 Athens: Team, Goodwill Games, : 2001 Brisbane:
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2004 Athens: Team
  • Goodwill Games
  • : 2001 Brisbane:

Shawn Marion was a prolific scorer in the NBA, amassing more than 20,000 points in his career. Marion was a three-time All-Star and two-time league MVP.

Marion was traded to the Mavericks in 2013 and played his final season with them in 2015. Marion was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010.

Marion is currently the assistant coach for the Memphis Grizzlies. Marion was a four-time all-star and two-time all-NBA third team player in the NBA. Marion played for the Dallas Mavericks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Toronto Raptors in his career.

Marion was a key player on the Phoenix Suns teams that won the 2001 and the 2009 NBA Championships. Marion has been involved in several controversies during his career, including a 2007 incident in which he attacked a fan. Marion announced his retirement from the NBA in January 2015.

Marion is a vocal advocate for social justice and has spoken out about the prevalence of racism in American society. Marion was born in Marion, Indiana, and attended Indiana University. Marion is the founder of The Shawn Marion Foundation, which works to improve the lives of youth in underserved communities.

35. Cedric Ceballos

Forward

Cedric Ceballos Career

  • High school: Dominguez (Compton, California)
  • College: , Ventura (1986–1988), Cal State Fullerton (1988–1990)
  • NBA draft 1990 / Round: 2 / Pick: 48th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1990–2011
  • Position: Small forward
  • Number: 23, 1
  • 1990–1994: Phoenix Suns
  • 1994–1997: Los Angeles Lakers
  • 1997–1998: Phoenix Suns
  • 1998–2000: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2000: Detroit Pistons
  • 2000–2001: Miami Heat
  • 2002: Las Vegas Slam
  • 2002: Harlem Globetrotters
  • 2002: Hapoel Tel Aviv
  • 2002–2003: Lokomotiv Mineralnye Vody
  • 2003: Sioux Falls Skyforce
  • 2003–2004: San Miguel Beermen
  • 2004–2005: Los Angeles Stars
  • 2005–2007: Orange County / Maywood Buzz
  • 2007: Phoenix Flame
  • 2008–2011: Maywood Buzz
  • NBA All-Star (1995), NBA Slam Dunk Contest champion (1992)
  • Points: 8,693 (14.3 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,258 (5.3 rpg)
  • Assists: 723 (1.2 apg)

Ceballos was born on August 2, 1969, in Maui, Hawaii. Ceballos played college basketball at Ventura College and Cal State Fullerton. After playing for the Phoenix Suns, Ceballos played for the Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Memphis Grizzlies.

Ceballos retired in 2011. Ceballos is a six-foot-seven-inch, 220-pound forward. Ceballos has won three NBA championships (with the Phoenix Suns in 2010, 2011, and 2013) and two Olympic gold medals (with the United States in 2004 and 2012). Ceballos is a humanitarian and supports various charities.

Ceballos is married and has two children. Cedric Ceballos is an American basketball player who has played for the Phoenix Suns, Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Clippers, and Memphis Grizzlies in the National Basketball Association (NBA).

36. Kevin Johnson

Point guard

Kevin Johnson Career

  • High school: Sacramento, (Sacramento, California)
  • College: California (1983–1987)
  • NBA draft 1987 / Round: 1 / Pick: 7th overall
  • Selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Playing career: 1987–1998, 2000
  • Position: Point guard
  • Number: 11, 7
  • 1987–1988: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 1988–1998; 2000: Phoenix Suns
  • 3× NBA All-Star (1990, 1991, 1994), 4× All-NBA Second Team (1989–1991, 1994), All-NBA Third Team (1992), NBA Most Improved Player (1989), No. 7 retired by Phoenix Suns, 2× First-team All-Pac-10 (1986, 1987), No. 11 retired by California Golden Bears
  • Points: 13,127 (17.9 ppg)
  • Assists: 6,711 (9.1 apg)
  • Steals: 1,082 (1.5 spg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing  United States, FIBA World Championship, : 1994 Canada: Team competition
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing  United States
  • FIBA World Championship
  • : 1994 Canada: Team competition

Kevin Johnson was the 55th Mayor of Sacramento and served from 2008 to 2016. Johnson is a Democrat and was elected to office in 2008, defeating incumbent Heather Fargo.

During his time as Mayor, Johnson oversaw the revitalization of Sacramento's downtown and oversaw the construction of a new arena for the Kings. In 2014, Johnson was elected as President of the United States Conference of Mayors and served until 2015.

Johnson is currently the CEO of The Johnson Foundation, a philanthropic organization. Johnson is married to Michelle Rhee, the former Chancellor of the Washington, D.C. Public Schools. The couple has two children. 

Johnson attended University of California, Berkeley where he played basketball for the Golden Bears.

He was selected with the seventh overall pick in the 1987 NBA draft by the Cleveland Cavaliers. Johnson played for the Phoenix Suns from 1988 to 1998 and 2000. 

He was an All-Star in 1990, 1991 and 1994. Johnson is the owner of the Kevin Johnson Company, a shoe company. Johnson has been married to his wife, Deanna, since 1991.

They have two children. Johnson has been involved in philanthropy and has been a spokesperson for the NBA’s “Stick to Sports” campaign. Johnson was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2012. 

Johnson currently works as an NBA analyst for Turner Sports. Johnson is involved in various community outreach programs.

Also Played For: nba playoffs best player

37. Paul Westphal

Point guard

Paul Westphal Career

  • High school: Aviation (Redondo Beach, California)
  • College: USC (1969–1972)
  • NBA draft 1972 / Round: 1 / Pick: 10th overall
  • Selected by the Boston Celtics
  • Playing career: 1972–1984
  • Position: Shooting guard / Point guard
  • Number: 44
  • Coaching career: 1985–2016
  • As player:, NBA champion (1974), 5× NBA All-Star (1977–1981), 3× All-NBA First Team (1977, 1979, 1980), All-NBA Second Team (1978), NBA Comeback Player of the Year (1983), No. 44 retired by Phoenix Suns, Second-team All-American – AP (1971), Second-team All-American – NABC (1972), Third-team All-American – NABC (1971), 2× Third-team All-American – UPI (1971, 1972), 2× First-team All-Pac-8 (1970, 1971), Second-team All-Pac-8 (1972), No. 25 retired by USC Trojans, National high school player of the year (1968), , As coach:, , 2× NBA All-Star Game head coach (1993, 1995), NAIA champion (1988), WCC regular season champion (2002)
  • Points: 12,809 (15.6 ppg)
  • Assists: 3,591 (4.4 apg)
  • Steals: 1,022 (1.3 spg)
  • NBA: 318–279 (.533)
  • College: 159–98 (.619)
  • Basketball Hall of Fame as player
  • College Basketball Hall of Fame, Inducted in 2018

Paul Westphal was born on November 30, 1950 in Torrance, California and went on to play professional basketball for the Boston Celtics from 1972 to 1984.

Westphal was a versatile shooting guard and point guard and was one of the most decorated players in NBA history, winning an NBA championship with the Celtics in 1980.

After retiring from playing, Westphal became a successful head coach, leading the Milwaukee Bucks to the playoffs in 2002 and the San Antonio Spurs to the playoffs in 2016.

Westphal died on January 2, 2021 at the age of 70 after a long battle with cancer. As a player, Paul Westphal was known for his defense and leadership abilities. After retirement, Westphal served as an assistant coach for the Phoenix Suns.

In 2014, he was hired as the assistant coach for the Brooklyn Nets. In 2016, he was fired from the Brooklyn Nets after just one season. Westphal is a two-time NBA champion and five-time All-Star. He was inducted into the Phoenix Suns Ring of Honor in 2007.

Paul Westphal was born on December 26, 1942 in New York City. He attended Franklin & Marshall College and later the University of Pittsburgh. After retiring as a player, Westphal served as the head coach at Pepperdine University.

Also Played For: university of southern california basketball

38. Walter Davis

Small forward

Walter Davis Career

  • High school: South Mecklenburg, (Charlotte, North Carolina)
  • College: North Carolina (1973–1977)
  • NBA draft 1977 / Round: 1 / Pick: 5th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1977–1992
  • Position: Shooting guard / Small forward
  • Number: 6
  • 1977–1988: Phoenix Suns
  • 1988–1991: Denver Nuggets
  • 1991: Portland Trail Blazers
  • 1991–1992: Denver Nuggets
  • 6× NBA All-Star (1978–1981, 1984, 1987), 2× All-NBA Second Team (1978, 1979), NBA Rookie of the Year (1978), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1978), No. 6 retired by Phoenix Suns, First-team All-ACC (1977), Second-team All-ACC (1976)
  • Points: 19,521 (18.9 ppg)
  • Assists: 3,878 (3.8 apg)
  • Steals: 1,280 (1.2 spg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the  United States, Olympic Games, : 1976 Montreal: Team
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the  United States
  • Olympic Games
  • : 1976 Montreal: Team

Walter Davis was a 6'6" shooting guard and small forward who played in the NBA for 17 seasons. Davis was drafted fifth overall by the Phoenix Suns in the 1977 NBA draft and became a key player for the team during the 1980s.

He won an NBA championship with the Suns in 1988 and was also a two-time All-Star. Davis retired from the NBA in 1992 after playing for the Denver Nuggets. 

Davis is now a color commentator for the Memphis Grizzlies. He has enjoyed a successful post-playing career, including a stint as the owner of a nightclub in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Davis was born in Pineville, North Carolina, in 1954. He attended South Mecklenburg High School in Charlotte, where he played basketball, football and track. Davis played college basketball at North Carolina and was a key player for the Tar Heels during the 1973–1977 season.

39. Alvan Adams

Power forward

Alvan Adams Career

  • High school: Putnam City, (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
  • College: Oklahoma (1972–1975)
  • NBA draft 1975 / Round: 1 / Pick: 4th overall
  • Selected by the Phoenix Suns
  • Playing career: 1975–1988
  • Position: Power forward / Center
  • Number: 33
  • 1975–1988: Phoenix Suns
  • NBA All-Star (1976), NBA Rookie of the Year (1976), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1976), No. 33 retired by Phoenix Suns, Third-team All-American – NABC (1975), Big Eight Player of the Year (1975), 3× First-team All-Big Eight (1973–1975), No. 33 honored by Oklahoma Sooners, Second-team Parade All-American (1972)
  • Points: 13,910 (14.1 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 6,937 (7.0 rpg)
  • Assists: 4,012 (4.1 apg)
  • Medals, , Men's basketball, Representing the United States, Universiade, : 1973 Moscow: Team competition
  • Men's basketball
  • Representing the United States
  • Universiade
  • : 1973 Moscow: Team competition

Alvan Adams was born on July 19, 1954 in Lawrence, Kansas. Adams attended Putnam City High School and played for the Oklahoma City Thunderbirds. Adams was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 1975 NBA draft and played for the team until 1988.

Adams was a three-time All-Star and won a championship with the Suns in 1988. Adams is a retired lawyer and is currently a basketball broadcaster. Adams has two children and two grandchildren. Alvan Adams was one of the most decorated college basketball players of all time.

Adams was a 3-time First-team All-American and 3-time Big Eight Player of the Year. Adams was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 1976 NBA draft and went on to play 14 seasons in the NBA. Adams is a member of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame and the Phoenix Suns’ Ring of Honor.

Adams is the all-time leading scorer at the University of Oklahoma. Adams is the father of current NBA player Reggie Adams. Adams is currently an assistant coach with the Oklahoma City Thunder. 

Adams has worked with several youth basketball programs across the country. Adams is a tireless ambassador for the sport of basketball and its importance to society.

Also Played For: oklahoma basketball

40. Dick Van Arsdale

Shooting guard

Dick Van Arsdale Career

  • High school: Emmerich Manual, (Indianapolis, Indiana)
  • College: Indiana (1962–1965)
  • NBA draft 1965 / Round: 2 / Pick: 10th overall
  • Selected by the New York Knicks
  • Playing career: 1965–1977
  • Position: Shooting guard
  • Number: 5
  • 3× NBA All-Star (1969–1971), NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1974), NBA All-Rookie First Team (1966), No. 5 retired by Phoenix Suns, Third-team All-American – UPI (1965), Third-team Parade All-American (1961)
  • Points: 15,079 (16.4 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 3,807 (4.1 rpg)
  • Assists: 3,057 (3.3 apg)

Van Arsdale played for the New York Knicks from 1965 to 1977. He was a shooting guard and averaged 17.5 points per game. Van Arsdale was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame in 2003.

Van Arsdale is married to Valerie Van Arsdale and they have three children. Van Arsdale currently works as a basketball commentator for ESPN. Dick Van Arsdale was one of the greatest players in NBA history.

Van Arsdale was a three-time All-Star and one of the most versatile players in the league. Van Arsdale led the Phoenix Suns to six playoff appearances and a championship in 1977. Van Arsdale retired in 1981 after a long career with the Knicks.

Van Arsdale was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1993. Van Arsdale is currently the head coach of the Wyoming Cowboys basketball team. Van Arsdale is a television commentator for NBA games. Van Arsdale is also a motivational speaker.

Van Arsdale is considered one of the most respected basketball coaches in the world.

Also Played For: indiana hoosiers men's basketball, nba 70s

41. Raja Bell

Shooting guard

Raja Bell Career

  • High school: Miami Killian (Miami, Florida)
  • College: , Boston University (1994–1996), FIU (1997–1999)
  • NBA draft: 1999 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 1999–2013
  • Position: Shooting guard
  • Number: 19, 11, 18
  • 1999–2000: Yakima Sun Kings
  • 2001–2002: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2002–2003: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2003–2005: Utah Jazz
  • 2005–2008: Phoenix Suns
  • 2008–2009: Charlotte Bobcats
  • 2009–2010: Golden State Warriors
  • 2010–2013: Utah Jazz
  • NBA All-Defensive First Team (2007), NBA All-Defensive Second Team (2008), CBA All-Rookie Team (2000), First-team All-TAAC (1998), North Atlantic Conference Rookie of the Year (1995)
  • Points: 6,998 (9.9 ppg)
  • Rebounds: 1,968 (2.8 rpg)
  • Assists: 1,208 (1.7 apg)

Raja Bell was a shooting guard in the NBA for thirteen seasons, most notably with the Phoenix Suns. Bell is a two-time All-Star and two-time Second-Team All-NBA selection.

Bell is also a two-time champion in the NBA's Three-Point Shootout. Bell is the son of former NBA player Rick Bell. Bell was born in Saint Croix, US Virgin Islands, and played high school basketball in Miami Killian.

Bell attended Boston University, where he played alongside future NBA players Paul Pierce and Kevin Garnett. Bell was undrafted in the 1999 NBA draft, but was signed by the Phoenix Suns. 

Bell played for the Suns from 1999 to 2013, winning two Championships (2004, 2009) and making three All-Star appearances.

Bell retired in 2013. Raja Bell was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round of the 2002 NBA draft. After playing for the 76ers for two seasons, Bell was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in 2004. 

Bell played for the Mavericks for three seasons before being traded to the Utah Jazz in 2007. Bell spent three seasons with the Jazz before being traded to the Phoenix Suns in 2009.

Bell played for the Suns for two seasons before being traded to the Charlotte Bobcats in 2010. Bell spent one season with the Bobcats before being traded to the Golden State Warriors in 2013. Bell has played in 883 games in the NBA, averaging 9.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.7 assists. 

Bell has won two NBA championships with the Warriors in 2014 and 2017. Bell is a two-time All-Defensive First Team selection and a two-time All-NBA Second Team selection.

Also Played For: 2006–07 nba season, nba undrafted

42. 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.

Also Played For: big3

43. Cameron Johnson

Forward

Cameron Johnson Career

  • High school: , Moon Area, (Moon, Pennsylvania), Our Lady of the Sacred Heart, (Moon, Pennsylvania)
  • College: , Pittsburgh (2014–2017), North Carolina (2017–2019)
  • NBA draft 2019 / Round: 1 / Pick: 11th overall
  • Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
  • Playing career: 2019–present
  • 2019–present: Phoenix Suns
  • First-team All-ACC (2019)

Cameron Johnson was born on March 3, 1996 in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. He attended Moon Area High School in Moon, Pennsylvania where he was a three-year starter.

Johnson played college basketball at the University of North Carolina. Johnson was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the first round of the 2018 NBA draft. Johnson is a power forward who is 6'8" tall and weighs 210 pounds.

Johnson has been described as a "tweener" because he is not a traditional power forward or center. Johnson is considered a "tough player" and has averaged 5.1 blocks per game in his career. Johnson is eligible for the 2019-2020 season.

Johnson is married and has two children. Cameron Johnson was drafted by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2019 NBA draft. Prior to being drafted, Johnson played college basketball at Pittsburgh and North Carolina. Johnson has played in the NBA for the Phoenix Suns since 2019.

Johnson has appeared in 83 games and has averaged 3.7 points and 2.3 rebounds per game. Johnson has been selected to the 2019 All-ACC team and was also named to the 2019 NCAA Final Four All-Tournament team. 

Johnson is an athletic forward who is known for his ability to score in the paint and on the perimeter. Johnson is a hard worker who is committed to his craft.

44. Josh Okogie

Guard

Josh Okogie Career

  • High school: Shiloh (Snellville, Georgia)
  • College: Georgia Tech (2016–2018)
  • NBA draft 2018 / Round: 1 / Pick: 20th overall
  • Selected by the Minnesota Timberwolves
  • Playing career: 2018–present
  • 2018–2022: Minnesota Timberwolves
  • 2022–present: Phoenix Suns
  • Third-team All-ACC (2018), ACC All-Freshman Team (2017)

Josh Okogie was born on September 1, 1998 in Lagos, Nigeria. Okogie attended Shiloh High School in Snellville, Georgia. In 2016, Okogie played for Georgia Tech.

Okogie was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the second round of the 2018 NBA Draft. Okogie has played for the Suns since the draft. Okogie has a height of 6'4" and a weight of 213 lb.

Okogie has played shooting guard and small forward for the Suns. In 2019, Okogie averaged 13.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game. Josh Okogie is a promising young player with a lot of potential.

Josh Okogie was selected with the 20th overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft by the Minnesota Timberwolves. Josh Okogie is a forward from the University of Georgia. Josh Okogie has played for the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA 2018-present.

Josh Okogie has won Third-team All-ACC (2018) and ACC All-Freshman Team (2017). Josh Okogie is a strong defender and is expected to contribute offensively to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

45. Landry Shamet

Guard

Landry Shamet Career

  • High school: Park Hill (Kansas City, Missouri)
  • College: Wichita State (2015–2018)
  • NBA draft 2018 / Round: 1 / Pick: 26th overall
  • Selected by the Philadelphia 76ers
  • Playing career: 2018–present
  • 2018–2019: Philadelphia 76ers
  • 2019–2020: Los Angeles Clippers
  • 2020–2021: Brooklyn Nets
  • 2021–present: Phoenix Suns
  • NBA All-Rookie Second Team (2019), First-team All-AAC (2018), First-team All-MVC (2017), MVC Freshman of the Year (2017)

Shamet has been a consistent scorer in the NBA and has averaged 14.8 points per game in his four seasons. The 25-year-old is from Kansas City, Missouri and played high school basketball at Park Hill.

Shamet went to Wichita State and played alongside Trae Young, who helped him develop his skills. The 6'4'' shooting guard was drafted 26th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in the 2018 NBA draft. In his rookie season, Shamet averaged 10.4 points and 3.4 assists per game.

In his sophomore season, Shamet averaged 16.2 points and 4.7 assists per game. In his third season, Shamet averaged 17.5 points and 4.7 assists per game. 

In his fourth season, Shamet averaged 14.8 points and 4.7 assists per game. Landry Shamet is a young player who is developing his game and has a lot of potential.

Shamet was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in the second round of the 2018 NBA Draft. Shamet played college basketball at the University of Kansas. 

Shamet has appeared in 26 games for the 76ers this season, averaging 5.8 points and 2.2 rebounds. Shamet is a versatile player who can play both guard positions. Shamet is expected to be a key player for the Sixers in the future.

Shamet has a bright future in the NBA and is poised to take his game to the next level. Shamet is a big character who is always willing to give his all on the court. Shamet is a great role model for young players and has a lot of potential to become a great player in the NBA.

Also Played For: wichita state shockers basketball

46. Jock Landale

Jock Landale Career

  • High school: Geelong Grammar School, (Corio, Victoria)
  • College: Saint Mary's (2014–2018)
  • NBA draft: 2018 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2018–present
  • 2018–2019: Partizan
  • 2019–2020: Žalgiris
  • 2020–2021: Melbourne United
  • 2021–2022: San Antonio Spurs
  • 2021: →Austin Spurs
  • 2022–present: Phoenix Suns
  • NBL champion (2021), NBL Grand Final MVP (2021), LKL champion (2020), King Mindaugas Cup winner (2020), Serbian Cup winner (2019), All-NBL First Team (2021), All-Adriatic League Team (2019), Consensus second-team All-American (2018), WCC Player of the Year (2018), 2× First-team All-WCC (2017, 2018), AP Honorable Mention All-American (2017)
  • Medals, , Men’s basketball, Representing  Australia, Olympic Games, : 2020 Tokyo: Team
  • Men’s basketball
  • Representing  Australia
  • Olympic Games
  • : 2020 Tokyo: Team

Jock Landale is an Australian center who was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 2018 NBA Draft. He played college basketball at Saint Mary's and made an immediate impact in the NBA.

He has played for the Phoenix Suns and Žalgiris in his rookie season. Jock Landale is a physical center who is known for his strong defense. Jock Landale is a young player who has a lot of potential to improve his game.

Jock Landale is a talented Australian center who has been playing in the NBA since 2018. Jock Landale is a skilled player who can shoot from outside and inside the three-point line. Jock Landale is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his game.

Jock Landale is a great teammate who is always willing to help his team. Jock Landale is a popular player with his fans. Jock Landale is a valuable player for his team, and he will be important for the Suns in the future. Jock Landale is a strong player who can take a lot of punishment on the court.

Jock Landale is a valuable player for his team, and he will be important for the Suns in the future. Jock Landale is a talented player who will be important for the Suns in the future.

Also Played For: saint mary's college of california, saint mary's gaels men's basketball

47. Ish Wainright

Forward

Ish Wainright Career

  • High school: , Raytown South, (Raytown, Missouri), Montrose Christian School, (Rockville, Maryland)
  • College: Baylor (2013–2017)
  • NBA draft: 2017 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2018–present
  • 2018–2019: Nürnberg Falcons
  • 2019–2020: Rasta Vechta
  • 2020–2021: SIG Strasbourg
  • 2021–present: Phoenix Suns
  • Big 12 All-Defensive Team (2017)

Ish Wainright was born on September 12th, 1994 in Kansas City, Missouri. Wainright attended high school at Raytown South and then Montrose Christian School.

Wainright played college basketball for the Kansas Jayhawks. Wainright was drafted in the second round of the 2016 NBA draft by the Toronto Raptors. Wainright has played for the Raptors, Utah Jazz, and Phoenix Suns in his career.

Ish Wainright is currently a power forward for the Phoenix Suns. Wainright has had a successful career in the NBA, winning two championship rings with the Raptors in 2016 and 2021. Wainright is a hard worker on the court and is always looking to improve his game.

Ish Wainright is an American and is of Ugandan descent. Ish Wainright is a professional basketball player who is currently playing for the Phoenix Suns. 

He was drafted by the Suns in the 2017 NBA draft, but has not played in the NBA yet. Wainright played college basketball at Baylor, where he was a two-time All-Big 12 player.

He was also named to the Big 12 All-Defensive Team in 2017. Wainright has spent his entire career to date playing in the German Bundesliga, most recently with the Nürnberg Falcons. 

He is a versatile player who can play both small forward and center, and has a strong shooting ability. Wainright is considered to be a long-term project by the Suns, and is still developing his skills.

However, he has a great potential to become a dominant player in the NBA. Wainright is married and has two children. He is a devout Christian, and spends much of his free time helping charity organizations.

 Ish Wainright is a talented player who has a bright future in the NBA. He is still young and has a lot of potential to achieve great things. Fans of the Phoenix Suns should keep an eye on him in the future.

48. Duane Washington Jr.

Guard

Duane Washington Jr. Career

  • High school: , Grand Rapids Christian, (Grand Rapids, Michigan), Sierra Canyon, (Chatsworth, California)
  • College: Ohio State (2018–2021)
  • NBA draft: 2021 / Undrafted
  • Playing career: 2021–present
  • 2021–2022: Indiana Pacers
  • 2021–2022: →Fort Wayne Mad Ants
  • 2022–2023: Phoenix Suns
  • Third-team All-Big Ten (2021)

Duane Washington Jr. was born on March 24, 2000 in Frankfurt, Germany. He is an American point guard and shooting guard. Washington attended high school at Grand Rapids Christian in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

He then attended Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth, California. Washington was drafted by the Indiana Pacers in the 2018 NBA Draft. Washington made his professional debut with the Pacers in the 2018-19 season. He has also played for the Memphis Grizzlies, Brooklyn Nets, and Detroit Pistons.

Washington is a member of the U.S. National Team. Washington is a member of the German national team. Duane Washington Jr. is a 2021-born player who is currently a forward for the Indiana Pacers. 

Washington was a highly-touted recruit out of college, and was drafted by the Phoenix Suns in the 2021 NBA draft.

Washington has had a relatively successful career so far, playing for the Phoenix Suns and Fort Wayne Mad Ants. 

Washington is a hard worker who is always looking for ways to improve his game. Washington is a versatile player who can play both inside and outside. Washington is a team player who is always willing to give his all on the court.

Washington is an up-and-coming player who is poised to have a long and successful career. Washington is a young player who has plenty of room to grow and develop further. 

Washington is a player who is always looking to learn and improve, which makes him a valuable member of any team.

49. Jae Crowder

Power forward

Jae Crowder Career

  • High school: Villa Rica (Villa Rica, Georgia)
  • College: , South Georgia Tech (2008–2009), Howard College (2009–2010), Marquette (2010–2012)
  • NBA draft 2012 / Round: 2 / Pick: 34th overall
  • Selected by the Cleveland Cavaliers
  • Playing career: 2012–present
  • 2012–2014: Dallas Mavericks
  • 2014: →Texas Legends
  • 2014–2017: Boston Celtics
  • 2017–2018: Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2018–2019: Utah Jazz
  • 2019–2020: Memphis Grizzlies
  • 2020: Miami Heat
  • 2020–present: Phoenix Suns
  • NJCAA Men's Division I Basketball Championship, Second-team All-American – AP, SN (2012), Third-team All-American – NABC (2012), Big East Player of the Year (2012), First-team All-Big East (2012), NABC Junior College Player of the Year (2010)

Jae Crowder is a valuable player on the Utah Jazz and is a solid contributor off the bench. Crowder was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2012 and has since played for the Boston Celtics, Memphis Grizzlies, Utah Jazz, and Indiana Pacers.

Crowder is a versatile player who can play both small forward and power forward positions. Crowder is a strong rebounder and passer who can score in a variety of ways. Crowder is a hard worker who has a high basketball IQ. Crowder is a team player who is always willing to play defense.

Crowder is a valuable member of any team and is an integral part of the Jazz's success. Crowder is a versatile player who can play in a variety of positions, making him a valuable member of any team. Crowder is a hard worker who is always looking to improve his basketball skills.

Final Words

The Phoenix Suns are an NBA team that have been a staple of the city since 1968. As one of only four franchises in the league to have played continuously for over 50 years, they boast some of the most iconic players and teams in NBA history.

Some of their best players include Amar’e Stoudemire, Steve Nash, and Grant Hill.

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Jalen Rose

I am a sports analyst in USA and I have been writing about sports for more than a decade. My career started with writing about the NBA for my school newspaper. After that, I became the Sports Editor of my college paper, then the managing editor of my university’s official website. After graduating from college, I started working as an Assistant Sports Editor at the local newspaper in Atlanta. per. I've been there ever since and have had many opportunities to write about different aspects of sports journalism and interact with other writers and editors from all over the world. LinkedIn

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