NBA History: 5 greatest playmakers of all time

LeBron James
LeBron James

#3 Steve Nash

Steve Nash
Steve Nash

Steve Nash is a player whose ball-handling and playmaking skills are exceptional. He also holds the second-highest free throw percentage in the NBA. He could find an open man easily on the court, his basketball knowledge and ability to get others involved was the reason he won the NBA MVP Award two times (2005, 2006) while playing for the Phoenix Suns.

Steve led the league in assists for five seasons (2005, 2006, 2007, 2010, 2011) and made more than 10,000 assists (third-most in the NBA) during his NBA career. According to a survey, Nash was rated as the best passer of the ball and the player possessing the best basketball IQ.

Steve Nash’s No. 13 was retired by Phoenix Suns, where he spent ten seasons during two periods. Currently, Nash is a player development consultant for the Golden State Warriors and serves as general manager of the Canadian national team.

Quick Links

App download animated image Get the free App now