John Stockton

Basketball player; NBA All-Time Leader

John Stockton - Basketball player; NBA All-Time Leader
Born

March 26th, 1962
62 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A prominent basketball player and coach, achievements include a distinguished career with the Utah Jazz. Played as a point guard from 1984 to 2003, recognized for exceptional passing and defensive skills. Helped lead the Jazz to the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998. Also represented the United States in international competition, contributing to the gold medal-winning teams at the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympics.

Holds the NBA record for career assists

Led the NBA in assists for nine seasons

Selected as an NBA All-Star ten times

Inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009

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