Horace Grant

His exceptional collegiate performance, which also earned him First-team All-ACC and Consensus second-team All-America honors in 1987, laid the foundation for an impactful professional career. Grant was subsequently drafted by the Chicago Bulls as the 10th overall pick in the 1987 NBA draft. Grant quickly became a pivotal figure for the Chicago Bulls, contributing significantly to their historic three consecutive NBA championships from 1991 to 1993, playing alongside Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen. Renowned for his defensive prowess, he was selected four times for the NBA All-Defensive Second Team (1993, 1994, 1995, 1996).

Following Michael Jordan’s initial retirement, Grant elevated his game, achieving an NBA All-Star selection in 1994 and career-best averages during the 1993-94 season with 15.1 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 3.4 assists. Following his successful tenure with the Bulls, Grant joined the Orlando Magic as a free agent in 1994, helping to lead the team to the NBA Finals in 1995. He continued his esteemed career with stints at the Seattle SuperSonics and two separate periods with the Los Angeles Lakers. With the Lakers, he secured his fourth NBA championship during the 2000-01 season.

Grant retired from professional basketball in 2004, concluding an 18-year career marked by consistent performance and significant team achievements across multiple franchises. Since his retirement, Grant has continued to engage with the basketball community, serving as an NBA Goodwill Ambassador in 2009. Demonstrating his lasting connection to the Bulls organization, he currently holds the position of Special Advisor to the President and Chief Operating Officer of the Chicago Bulls, Michael Reinsdorf, a role he has maintained since 2016. A four-time NBA champion and formidable power forward/center, Grant remains recognized for his impactful defensive play and consistent performance throughout his distinguished career.