“You don't get this opportunity many times in life to compete against the best in the world every night. I certainly didn't expect to have 10 or 11 years of chances at it, so I don't want to take that for granted.”

American former professional basketball player

John Stockton is an American former professional basketball player, best known for his long career with the Utah Jazz from 1984 to 2003. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest point guards in NBA history. He spent all 19 of his seasons with the Jazz, helping the team reach the playoffs every year. Stockton was a ten-time NBA All-Star and, with Karl Malone, led Utah to the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998, when the team lost to the Chicago Bulls in six games each time. He holds the NBA records for career assists and steals, both by wide margins.