NBA legends
Pro hoops icons
NBA legends are the most celebrated and accomplished players in the history of professional basketball's premier league.
The term typically applies to retired players whose careers defined eras or transformed the game: Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, and Larry Bird are NBA legends.
Current stars may be called future legends or described as playing at a legendary level.
- Michael JordanBasketball icon from Chicago
- Hall of FameInstitution honoring distinguished achievers
- triple doubleThree stats reach ten
- Bill RussellHistoric NBA center
- championship ringAwarded jewelry for winners
Dennis Rodman · Jerry West · Kareem Abdul-Jabbar · Allen Iverson · LeBron James · MVP award · Charles Barkley · retired jersey · Tim Duncan · Magic Johnson · Wilt Chamberlain · Larry Bird · Shaquille O'Neal · slam dunk contest · Stephen Curry · Kobe Bryant · Dwyane Wade · first round pick