- Karl Malone has the third-most points in NBA history.
- John Stockton has the most assists and steals in NBA history.
- Adrian Dantley averaged over 30 points per game in four straight seasons.
The Utah Jazz have had many successful teams in their franchise history, but despite often having favourable NBA championship odds over the years, they’re still seeking their first title.
Karl Malone and John Stockton have had legendary careers in Salt Lake City. Who else has found success in a Jazz uniform?
Best Utah Jazz Players of All Time
| Rank | Player | Position | Jazz Years |
| 1 | Karl Malone | Power Forward | 1985-2003 |
| 2 | John Stockton | Point Guard | 1984-2003 |
| 3 | Adrian Dantley | Small Forward | 1979-1986 |
| 4 | Deron Williams | Point Guard | 2005-2011 |
| 5 | Donovan Mitchell | Shooting Guard | 2017-2022 |
| 6 | Pete Maravich | Shooting Guard | 1974-1979 |
| 7 | Rudy Gobert | Center | 2013-2022 |
1. Karl Malone
Karl Malone’s superhuman strength and size made him an elite post scorer, but his ability to fill the lane on fastbreaks and hit the midrange jumper simply made him impossible to stop.
Duos don't get more dynamic than John Stockton and Karl Malone. 🎷 #TeamDay | @utahjazz pic.twitter.com/ZyZvGJr6BI
— NBA TV (@NBATV) August 11, 2019
The two-time MVP led the Jazz to the Finals in 1997 and 1998 but fell to Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls both times.
The 14-time All-NBA, four-time All-Defensive, and Hall of Fame forward has the most points and rebounds, second-most assists and steals, and fifth-most blocks in franchise history. “The Mailman” also has the third-most points and seventh-most rebounds in NBA history.
2. John Stockton
John Stockton has the most assists (15,806) and steals (3,265) in NBA history, which are widely considered unbreakable records.
Stockton also holds the record for the most assists in a single season with 1,164 and the most assists per game average with 14.5, achieved during the 1990-1991 and 1989-1990 seasons, respectively.
The 11-time All-NBA, five-time All-Defensive, and Hall of Fame guard has the second-most points and fifth-most rebounds in franchise history.
3. Adrian Dantley
Adrian Dantley is one of the most efficient scorers in league history, as he averaged over 30 points per game in four straight seasons while shooting over 55% from the field.
The two-time All-NBA and Hall of Fame forward has the third-most points in franchise history.
4. Deron Williams
Blessed with a killer crossover, 3-point shot, explosiveness, playmaking skills, and ability to post up smaller guards, Deron Williams was arguably the best point guard in the league at various points during his tenure in Utah.
HBD Deron Williams
This is why he was All-NBA 2nd Team twice in Utah42 PTS, 10 AST, 1 TO
39 PTS, 9 AST (16/24 FG)
38 PTS, 13 AST, 1 TO
32 PTS, 15 AST, 1 TO
28 PTS, 17 AST, 1 TO
24 PTS, 16 AST, 0 TO
17 PTS, 20 AST
15 PTS, 20 AST
7 PTS, 21 AST, 1 TO pic.twitter.com/LZwymkR3Ks— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) June 26, 2021
The two-time All-NBA guard has the fourth-most assists in franchise history.
5. Donovan Mitchell
A high flyer, who also possesses elite speed and a deadly crossover, Donovan Mitchell is one of the most explosive scorers to ever put on a Jazz uniform.
Welcome back, @spidadmitchell. All love 🖤#TakeNote pic.twitter.com/Fwtot6Z7tA
— Utah Jazz (@utahjazz) January 11, 2023
“Spida” put up 57 and 51 points in the same first-round playoff series against the Denver Nuggets in 2020.
Mitchell has the second-most 3-pointers and eighth-most points in franchise history.
6. Pete Maravich
Equipped with a deep bag of tricks to fake out defenders and deep range, Pete Maravich averaged as many as 31.1 points per game.
The four-time All-NBA and Hall of Fame guard could’ve averaged more had 3-pointers been counted back then, hence the nickname “Pistol Pete.”
7. Rudy Gobert
Rudy Gobert earned three Defensive Player of the Year Awards and six All-Defensive Team selections during his time in Utah.
The four-time All-NBA center has the second-most rebounds and third-most blocks in franchise history.