Every player playing in the NBA dreams of getting their hands on the NBA championship ring. NBA titles play a key role in deciding whether a player has a successful career or not. However, there are a few unlucky players who despite being the best man on the court failed to win the NBA championship. Here is the list of top 5 best NBA players without a championship ring. Many people would be shocked to see some of the greatest players of the game names in the list.
5. Dominique Wilkins
He was picked by the Atlanta Hawks in the year 1982. He spent most of his career with the Hawks. Dominique has seven All-NBA finishes and averaged 20+ points for almost 11 seasons. During his playing days, he used to be the biggest threat to the opponent. Wilkins is regarded as the one of the best of the game who failed to win the NBA championship ring.
4. John Stockton
John Stockton was one of the most gifted players known for his vision and passing. He was drafted in 1984. Stockton recorded the highest number of assists for 9 consecutive seasons. His long list of silverware consists of five all-time defensive titles and 11 all-NBA honors. Due to his splendid performance, the Utah Jazz never missed the playoffs from 1985-2000. He played two NBA finals in 1997 and 1998 but failed to win on both occasions.
3. Elgin Baylor
Elgin Baylor was drafted in 1956 by the Minneapolis. During the prime years of his career, he averaged over 30 points and 15 rebounds. The surprising fact is that he was one of the best scorers but still failed to win the NBA championship. Furthermore, he failed to get his hand on the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award. Elgin Baylor is no doubt one of the best players without the NBA championship ring.
2. Charles Barkley
He was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers in 1984. During his prime years (1984-1993), he averaged 26 points and 12 rebounds. Charles Barkley won the MVP award in the 1992-93 season. He played as a point forward. Barkley had more appearances in the NBA finals where he lost to Michael Jordan. Despite not winning an NBA championship ring, he was one of the best players of his era.
1. Karl Malone
Karl Malone is one the greatest of all time who didn’t win the NBA championship ring. He along with his partner John Stockton took the Utah Jazz to new heights in the mid 1990s. Malone won two MVPs in his NBA career and that too at the later stages of his career. He finished his career as a 25 point and 10 rebound per game player.