John Stockton
Basketball player; NBA All-Time Leader
Born
March 26th, 1962
63 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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