The Phoenix Suns have been one of the most successful teams in the NBA since their inception in 1968. With two NBA Finals appearances and numerous playoff runs, the Suns have had their fair share of talented players. From scoring machines to lockdown defenders, here are the top ten players in Phoenix Suns history:
Honorable Mentions:
Tom Chambers: A fan favorite in Phoenix, Chambers played for the Suns from 1988-1993. He averaged 20.6 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game during his time in Phoenix, and was named an All-Star in four of his five seasons with the team.
Dan Majerle: Known for his three-point shooting and defensive prowess, Majerle played for the Suns from 1988-1995 and again from 2001-2002. He was named an All-Star three times while playing for Phoenix, and was a key member of the Suns’ 1993 NBA Finals team.
Hornacek played for the Suns from 1986-1992 and was a key contributor to the team’s success in the late 80s and early 90s. He was a deadly outside shooter and averaged 15.6 points per game during his time in Phoenix.
Stoudemire burst onto the scene in 2002 as a 19-year-old rookie and quickly established himself as one of the most dominant big men in the league. He played for the Suns from 2002-2010 and averaged 21.4 points, 8.9 rebounds, and 1.4 blocks per game during his time in Phoenix.
Westphal played for the Suns from 1975-1980 and was an integral part of the team’s success during that time. He was a four-time All-Star and averaged 20.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 5.3 assists per game during his time in Phoenix.
Davis played for the Suns from 1977-1985 and was one of the team’s most reliable scorers during his time there. He averaged 20.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game during his time in Phoenix and was a three-time All-Star.
Johnson played for the Suns from 1988-2000 and was one of the most dynamic point guards of his era. He was a three-time All-Star and averaged 17.9 points and 9.1 assists per game during his time in Phoenix.
Hawkins played for the Suns from 1969-1973 and was one of the most electrifying players of his era. He was a four-time All-Star and averaged 20.5 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game during his time in Phoenix.
Nance played for the Suns from 1981-1988 and was one of the most versatile players of his era. He was a three-time All-Star and won the NBA’s first Slam Dunk Contest in 1984. He averaged 17.2 points in his time with the Suns.
Kidd played for the Suns from 1996-2001 and was one of the best all-around point guards of his era. He was a five-time All-Star and averaged 14.4 points, 9.7 assists, and 6.4 rebounds per game during his time in Phoenix.
Barkley played for the Suns from 1992-1996 and was one of the most dominant players of his era. He was a three-time All-Star and won the NBA MVP award in 1993. He averaged 23.4 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game during his time in Phoenix.
Nash played for the Suns from 2004-2012 and was one of the best point guards of his era. He won two NBA MVP awards during his time in Phoenix and was a six-time All-Star. He averaged 14.4 points and 9.4 assists per game during his time with the Suns.
