HoopsHype ranks 20 greatest point guards in basketball history
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 7:49 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
HoopsHype recently published its list of the 20 greatest point guards ever, starting with Magic Johnson at number one. Johnson, a five-time NBA champion and Olympic gold medalist, is celebrated for his playmaking and charisma. Following him are Stephen Curry and Oscar Robertson, each recognized for their impactful playing styles and achievements. The rankings reflect accolades, statistical standings, and historical significance, with many players having shaped the game over decades. The list also highlights players who narrowly missed the top rankings.
- •Magic Johnson tops the list with five NBA titles and an Olympic gold medal.
- •Stephen Curry ranked second, known for his three-point shooting and changing game dynamics.
- •Oscar Robertson, the first player to average a triple-double, is ranked third.
- •Jerry West, known for his Finals appearances, also features prominently in the rankings.
- •The list includes players who received votes but did not make the top 20.
- 7:49 PMYahoo Sports — 20 greatest point guards ever: The HoopsHype list
"We have taken our HoopsHype 80 list and split it into five positions: point guards, shooting guards, small forwa
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
Olympics•Nov 6, 2026, 11:16 PMRob Stull Is Turning The Modern Pentathlon Into A 21st Century Product
Olympics•Nov 6, 2026, 11:42 AMHow to watch U.S. Open Squash Championships, new Olympic sport
Olympics•Nov 6, 2026, 6:33 AMNear miss inspires Martin to aim for Olympic medals
Olympics•Nov 5, 2026, 9:03 PMProBox TV Championship Series returns to Osceola Heritage Park Dec. 12
Olympics•Nov 5, 2026, 8:14 PMWhat the midterm elections mean for the Protect College Sports Act
Olympics•Nov 5, 2026, 7:30 PMVasiliy Lomachenko ends retirement, signs multi-year deal with Top Rank
