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John Stockton

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John Stockton is a retired American professional basketball player who spent his entire 19-season NBA career as a point guard for the Utah Jazz. He holds the NBA career records for both assists, with 15,806, and steals, with 3,265. Drafted in 1984 out of Gonzaga University, Stockton was known for his exceptional court vision, passing accuracy, and efficient pick-and-roll partnership with Karl Malone. He was selected to the NBA All-Star Game ten times and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009.

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What NBA records does John Stockton still hold?

John Stockton holds the NBA career record for assists with 15,806. He also holds the career steals record with 3,265.

How long did John Stockton play for the Utah Jazz?

Stockton played 19 NBA seasons, all with the Utah Jazz, from 1984 to 2003. That one-team career is part of why he is so closely tied to Utah basketball.

Why are Stockton and Karl Malone always mentioned together?

Stockton and Karl Malone ran one of the NBA's most famous pick-and-roll partnerships. Together they led the Jazz to the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998, both times against Michael Jordan's Chicago Bulls.

Was John Stockton on the Dream Team?

Yes, Stockton was on the 1992 United States Olympic Dream Team in Barcelona. He also won Olympic gold again with Team USA in 1996.