John Stockton Biography

John Houston Stockton, popularly known as John Stockton, is an accomplished American former professional basketball player. Considered as one of the greatest point guards and passers of all time, he spent his entire NBA profession as a point guard for the Utah Jazz, and the team made the playoffs in each of his 19 seasons.

In 1997 and 1998, together with his longtime teammate Karl Malone, Stockton led the Jazz to the franchise’s only two NBA Finals appearances, both of which were lost to the Chicago Bulls.

Stockton is a ten-time NBA All-Star and a two-time Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame inductee (in 2009 for his individual profession, and in 2010 as a member of the 1992 United States Olympic basketball team). In 1996, he was named one of the 50 greatest players in NBA history. He also holds the NBA records for most professional assists and steals by wide margins.

John Stockton Age

Stockton is 59 years old as of 2021, he was born John Houston Stockton on March 26, 1962, in Spokane, Washington, United States of America. He celebrates his birthday on March 26, every year and his birth sign is Aries.

John Stockton Height

Stockton stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters). However, details regarding his other body measurements are currently not publicly available. We will update this section when the information is available.

John Stockton Weight

Stockton Weighs 170 lb (77 kilograms) in 2021. Known for his NBA skills, Stockton has dark brown eyes and his hair color is dark brown.

John Stockton Education

Stockton is a highly educated and qualified person. He attended grade school at St. Aloysius and moved on to high school at Gonzaga Prep and graduated in 1980, after breaking the city record for points scored in a single basketball season.

John Stockton Family

John was born to Mr. Jack Stockton (father) and Mrs. Clementine Frei (mother). His other siblings are; Samuel Stockton, Leanne Stockton, Steve Stockton, and Stacey Stockton.

Stockton and his wife, Nada Stepovich, reside in Spokane, Washington, and have two daughters, Lindsay and Laura, and four sons, Houston, Michael, David, and Samuel. Houston Stockton played college football as a defensive back for the University of Montana Grizzlies.

In 2011, Michael Stockton, who played basketball at Salt Lake City’s Westminster College signed with BG Karlsruhe in Germany‘s second basketball division. In 2017, Michael signed with BG Göttingen in Germany’s first basketball division, the Basketball Bundesliga.

David Stockton completed his college basketball career at Gonzaga in 2014 and after playing for the Reno Bighorns in the NBA’s Development League played for the NBA’s Sacramento Kings and Utah Jazz. He currently plays for Medi Bayreuth. Daughter Lindsay Stockton graduated from Montana State University and daughter Laura Stockton currently plays at Gonzaga.

Stockton has a brother and three nephews who have played college basketball. Steve Stockton, his brother, played for the University of Washington; his oldest son, Steve Stockton Jr, formerly played at Whitworth College, and another son, Shawn Stockton, finished his college basketball career at the University of Montana in the 2011–2012 season. Steve’s youngest son, Riley, played for Seattle Pacific. Stockton and his family are devout Roman Catholics.

John Stockton Wife

Stockton married his beautiful and supportive wife Miss Nada Stepovich in 1986. Stockton and his wife, Nada Stepovich, reside in Spokane, Washington, and have two daughters, Lindsay and Laura, and four sons, Houston, Michael, David, and Samuel.

John Stockton Net Worth

Stockton has an estimated net worth of $45 million dollars as of 2021. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as a former professional basketball player. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate a good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

John Stockton Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Stockton.

John Stockton Wiki

• Full Names: John Houston Stockton.
• Popular As: John Stockton.
• Gender: Male.
• Occupation / Profession: Former Professional Basketball Player.
• Nationality: American.
• Race / Ethnicity: White.
• Religion: Christian.
• Sexual Orientation: Straight.

John Stockton Birthday

• Age / How Old?: 59 Years Old.
• Zodiac Sign: Aries.
• Date of Birth: March 26, 1962.
• Place of Birth: Spokane, Washington.
• Birthday: March 26th.

John Stockton Body Measurements

• Body Measurements: Pending Update.
• Height / How Tall?: 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters).
• Weight: 170 lb (77 kilograms) in 2021.
• Eye Color: Dark Brown.
• Hair Color: Dark Brown.
• Shoe Size: Pending Update.

John Stockton Family and Relationship

• Father (Dad): Mr. Jack Stockton.
• Mother: Mrs. Clementine Frei.
• Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Samuel Stockton, Leanne Stockton, Steve Stockton, and Stacey Stockton.
• Marital Status: Married.
• Wife/Spouse: Married to Miss Nada Stepovich.
• Dating / Girlfriend: Not Applicable.
• Children: Lindsay, Laura, Houston, Michael, David, and Samuel.

John Stockton Net Worth and Salary

• Net Worth: $45 million dollars as of 2021.
• Salary: Pending Update.
• Source of Income: Career as a Former Professional Basketball Player.

John Stockton Career

College career

After considering offers from Don Monson at Idaho and Mike Montgomery at Montana, both in the Big Sky Conference, Stockton chose to stay in Spokane and play college basketball for Dan Fitzgerald at Gonzaga University.

During his senior year for the Bulldogs in 1984, Stockton averaged 20.9 points per game, shooting 57% from the field. The Zags posted a 17–11 record, their best in 17 years, and Stockton led the West Coast Athletic Conference in scoring, assists, and steals.

Stockton was one of 74 college seniors invited to the spring tryouts for the 1984 U.S. Olympic team, coached by Bob Knight. He made the initial cut in April to the final twenty but was one of four released in May in the ultimate cut to 16 players. Though not selected, the experience led him to meet his future teammate and friend, Karl Malone.

NBA career

Stockton was selected by the Utah Jazz in the first round of the 1984 NBA draft with the 16th overall pick. A relative unknown during his college career, his stock rose significantly in the months before the draft. Nevertheless, the announcement of his selection to the thousands of Jazz fans gathered at the Salt Palace on draft day was met with stunned silence.

Stockton became the starting point guard for the Jazz in the 1986–1987 season. In 1988–1989, he played in his first All-Star Game and led the NBA in assists per game for the first of nine consecutive seasons. In 1992, He and the Jazz reached the Western Conference Finals for the first time but were defeated by the Portland Trail Blazers in six games.

Stockton was named Co-MVP of the All-Star Game together with Malone in 1993, the game was held in Salt Lake City. Stockton and the Jazz reached the Conference Finals again in 1994 and 1996 but lost to the Houston Rockets and the Seattle SuperSonics.

Utah set a franchise record and led the Western Conference with 64 wins in the 1996–1997 season. The team again reached the Western Conference Finals. In-Game Six of the Conference Finals, Stockton scored 25 points and made a buzzer-beating, game-winning three-point shot over the Houston Rockets’ Charles Barkley to send the Jazz to the first of two consecutive NBA Finals appearances.

Stockton’s game-winner became known as “The Shot”. The Jazz was defeated by the Michael Jordan-led Chicago Bulls in six games in the Finals. He missed the first 18 games of the 1997–1998 season with a knee injury, but the Jazz returned to the NBA Finals and again faced the Bulls.

In Game 6 of the 1998 NBA Finals, Stockton made a three-pointer with 41.9 seconds left to give the Jazz a lead, but Bulls guard Michael Jordan made two field goals to put his team ahead 87–86.

Stockton missed a three-point attempt with 5.2 seconds left and said in a post-game interview that he felt confident that the shot would go in. The Bulls again defeated the Jazz in six games. The Jazz made the NBA Playoffs every season during Stockton’s 19-year NBA profession.

John Stockton Awards and Achievements

Stockton earned the following awards in the following years; 1994 and 1995 All-NBA Team 1992,1995 and 1997 NBA All-Defensive Team and 1993 NBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player Award.

Frequently Asked Questions About John Stockton

Who is John Stockton?

Stockton is an American former professional basketball player. Considered as one of the greatest point guards and passers of all time, he spent his entire NBA profession as a point guard for the Utah Jazz, and the team made the playoffs in each of his 19 seasons.

How old is John Stockton? 

Stockton is an American national born on March 26, 1962, in Spokane, Washington.

How tall is John Stockton? 

Stockton stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters).

Is John Stockton married? 

Stockton married his beautiful and supportive wife Miss Nada Stepovich in 1986. Stockton and his wife, Nada Stepovich, reside in Spokane, Washington, and have two daughters, Lindsay and Laura, and four sons, Houston, Michael, David, and Samuel.

How much is John Stockton worth? 

Stockton has a net worth of $45 million dollars as of 2021. This amount has been accrued from his leading roles in the entertainment industry.

Where does John Stockton live?

Stockton is a resident of the USA, we shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.

Is John Stockton dead or alive? 

Stockton is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

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