List of NBA Players With The Most Championship Rings
Numerous players have entered the league and given it their all to win the NBA trophy, which is the highest reward in modern basketball, throughout the National Basketball Decades’ existence. The record for most championship won both individually and with a single team belongs to Bill Rusell.
While many basketball enthusiasts who have participated in organized basketball, including those in high school and college, have worked hard to pursue their love, very few have had the good fortune, skill, or chance to win the NBA.
This article will examine the NBA’s past and compile a list of the exceptional individuals who were granted the title of NBA Champion.
November 8, 1938 Thomas Ernest “Satch” Sanders, hall of fame basketball player, was born. Sanders played his entire 13 season career with the Celtics and won eight championships. His teammates Bill Russell and Sam Jones are the only NBA players with more championship rings. pic.twitter.com/OB1YTz0mlg
— Merrell R. Bennekin (@MerrellBennekin) November 8, 2020
List of NBA Players With The Most Championship Rings
Players | Team/Teams |
Robert Horry (7 championships) | Houston Rockets (1994-1995), Los Angeles Lakers (2000-2002), San Antonio Spurs (2005, 2007). |
Frank Ramsey & Jim Loscutoff (7 Championships | Boston Celtics (1957, 1959, 1960-1964). |
John Havlicek (8 Championships) | Boston Celtics (1963-1966, 1968-1969, 1974, 1976). |
Thomas “Satch” Sanders (8 Championships) | Boston Celtics (1961-1966, 1968-1969). |
KC Jones (8 Championships) | Boston Celtics (1959-1966). |
Tom Heinsohn (8 Championships) | Boston Celtics (1957, 1959-1965). |
Sam Jones (10 Championships) | Boston Celtics (1959-1966, 1968, 1969). |
Bill Russell (11 Championships) | Boston Celtics (1957, 1959-1966, 1968, 1969). |
Game 7 of the 1966 NBA Finals:
Bill Russell had 25 points and 32 rebounds to lead Boston to their 8th championship in a row. Legend. pic.twitter.com/yJOJrLBtAE
— Hilltop Hoops (@HilltopNBA) July 31, 2022
Bill Russell: 11 NBA Championships
The 1960s Boston Celtics were a legendary squad. In 13 years, Bill Russell guided them to 12 finals and won 11 of those championships. More than anybody else, he had the biggest effect on the club as a defender and shot blocker. Even though he wasn’t the best scorer of all time, he could grab rebounds, and even if his numbers don’t seem fantastic, he made a significant impact on his team’s victories.
Havlicek pours champagne on the head of coach Tom Heinsohn after the Celtics 102-87 win over Milwaukee Bucks to clinch the 1974 NBA Championship. pic.twitter.com/uTSYKchQMS
— Old School Boston (@OldSchoolBoston) March 27, 2022
Sam Jones: 10 NBA Championships
Sam Jones played for the storied Celtics club in the 1960s as well. He finished his 12-year career with the squad, participating in 11 finals and winning 10 rings. Not only was he a consistent high scorer each year, but he was also the closer. Jones is considered as one of the greatest shooting guards of all time because of his clutch performance.
RIP KC Jones, Celtics great and former Lakers assistant coach, helping bring home the 1972 championship 💜💛🥺 pic.twitter.com/4acFH7qV7z
— Lakers Global 🌎💜💛 (@LakersGlobal) December 25, 2020
Tom Heinsohn, K.C. Jones, Tom Sanders, John Havlicek: 8 NBA Championships
During their tenure with the franchise, this group earned eight rings and participated in the Celtics’ success. Heinsohn was a forward who made an impact right away after being selected. Throughout his nine-year NBA career, he was a prolific scorer and consistently earned double digits. The all-time top scorer for the Celtics is Havlicek. Because of his versatility, which allowed him to play both guard and forward, he was extremely essential to the club. Indeed, one of the most memorable events in NBA history is his theft to win the series against the Sixers in the 1970s.
Since turning 100 on February 10th, Texas Tech has had:
First NFL Hall of Famer Zach Thomas
First NBA Slam Dunk Championship Mac McClung
Super Bowl Champion Patrick Mahomes
Three Straight Men’s Basketball Wins
Way to start your 100th year as a University🔴⚫️
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— THE NAŦION (@gunsupnation) February 19, 2023
Although his numbers don’t seem remarkable, Jones was one of those players who managed to earn eight rings in nine seasons by making adequate contributions on both the offensive and defensive ends. Known for his defensive and rebounding skills, Tom “Satch” Sanders spent 13 seasons as a member of the Boston Celtics. His numbers don’t even begin to capture the depth of his contributions to that club.
There is no greater feeling than seeing the clock run out and being crowned champion and becoming your team’s all-time great. Winning an NBA title is a difficult journey filled with obstacles.
Danny Green became the 10th player to win a NCAA Championship & win 3+ NBA titles. The other 9 players:
•Bob Cousy
•John Havlicek
•KAJ
•Magic Johnson
•K.C. Jones
•Michael Jordan
•Frank Ramsey
•Bill Russell
•Jamaal Wilkes“What they gonna say now?” -Danny Green. pic.twitter.com/E6jH6iFQ3M
— Sports Fellas (@TheSportsFellas) October 13, 2020
Although skill plays a major role in championship success, no player can succeed if they are not a strong team player. To perform well and take home one of the most prestigious awards in professional basketball, a player has to possess the ideal combination of abilities.
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