The Greatest of All
Time: A Look at the
NBA's Most Famous
Players
Get ready to hit the court and learn more about the most legendary players in
the NBA.
Michael Jordan
Early Life and Dominance in the Six Impact on
Career NBA Championships Popular Culture
with the Chicago
Michael Jordan's Over the course of his Jordan's success on the
Bulls
journey to basketball 15-year career, Jordan court also made him a
stardom began at a was one of the most Jordan helped lead the cultural icon. His
young age. After dominant players in Chicago Bulls to six signature line of
playing in college at NBA history. He won NBA championships in sneakers and
the University of North numerous awards, the 1990s, earning numerous
Carolina, Jordan was including five MVP Finals MVP honors endorsements helped
selected third overall in awards and ten scoring each time. His iconic him become one of the
the 1984 NBA draft by titles. performances are still most recognizable
the Chicago Bulls. talked about today. people in the world.
K obe B ryant
1 Five-Time NB A Champion 2 18-Time NB A All-S tar
Kobe Bryant helped lead the Los Angeles Bryant was selected to the NBA All-Star team
Lakers to five NBA championships during his 18 times, tied for the most in NBA history. He
20-year career. His competitive spirit and was the All-Star Game MVP four times.
dedication made him one of the most
respected players in the league.
3 Olympic Gold Medalis t 4 Retirement and Legacy
Bryant won two gold medals as a member of After retiring in 2016, Bryant continued to be
the U.S. men's basketball team in the 2008 an advocate for the sport of basketball and
and 2012 Olympics. His contributions to the worked to inspire future generations of
team earned him widespread praise. players. His loss in a helicopter accident in
2020 was felt across the world.
LeB ron James
1 The Early Years
James was one of the most highly touted high school basketball players of all time. He
was selected first overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2003 NBA draft.
2 Moving to Miami
After seven years with the Cavaliers, James joined the Miami Heat in 2010. He won two
NBA championships with the team, teaming up with other all-stars like Dwyane Wade
and Chris Bosh.
3 A Homecoming and More S uccess
James returned to Cleveland in 2014 and led the Cavaliers to their first-ever NBA
championship in 2016. He then joined the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018 and helped lead
the team to a championship in 2020.
S haquille O'Neal
Three NB A Champions hips Retirement and Legacy
with the Lakers
After retiring in 2011, O'Neal remained
O'Neal was a dominant force in the NBA, involved in the basketball world as an
helping lead the Los Angeles Lakers to analyst and commentator. He's widely
three championships from 2000-2002. regarded as one of the most dominant
He was named the Finals MVP each time. players in NBA history.
Off the Court S ucces s
O'Neal's success on the court also made him a cultural icon. He's pursued a variety of
interests outside of basketball, including music, acting, and law enforcement.
Wilt Chamberlain
Accomplishment Details
100-Point Game Chamberlain scored 100 points in a single game
on March 2, 1962. This is still the most points ever
scored by an individual in a single game.
Multiple MVP Awards Chamberlain was named the NBA's MVP four
times during his career. He was widely regarded
as one of the league's most dominant players.
Two NBA Championships Chamberlain won two NBA championships
during his career, playing for both the
Philadelphia 76ers and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Earvin "Magic" Johnson
1 Early Success
Johnson was a phenomenal player from the start. He helped lead the Michigan State Spartans
to an NCAA championship in 1979 before joining the Lakers in the NBA.
2 NBA Championships and Accolades
Over the course of his career, Johnson won five NBA championships and three MVP awards.
His passing ability and clutch play made him one of the most exciting players to watch.
3 Retirement and After
Johnson retired from basketball in 1991 after testing positive for HIV. He has become an
advocate for HIV/AIDS awareness and continues to be involved in the sport of basketball as
an analyst and commentator.
Stephen Curry
Early Career Ris e to S tardom Off the Court
Curry played college basketball Curry's sharpshooting ability and In addition to his success on the
at Davidson, where he became quickness made him a star in the court, Curry is known for his
one of the most prolific scorers in NBA. He's won three NBA philanthropic efforts and his work
NCAA history. He was selected championships and two MVP with children's charities. He's also
seventh overall by the Golden awards, and his ability to hit from a devoted family man.
State Warriors in the 2009 NBA long range has changed the way
draft. the game is played.
