Stacey King is an NBA champion who transitioned from a professional playing career to a respected sports commentator for the Chicago Bulls. After a standout college basketball career that saw him named Sporting News College Player of the Year in 1989, Stacey King went on to earn Consensus first-team All-American honors and the Big Eight Player of the Year award that same year. His collegiate achievements were further recognized when his jersey number 33 was honored by the University of Oklahoma. King was subsequently drafted into the NBA by the Chicago Bulls with the sixth overall pick in the 1989 NBA Draft, making his professional debut on November 3, 1989.
He was also named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in the 1989-90 season, marking an impressive start to his career. King played four and a half impactful seasons with the Bulls, primarily as a power forward and center, where he contributed significantly to the team’s historic success. He was an integral part of the Chicago Bulls dynasty that secured three consecutive NBA championships from 1991 to 1993, playing alongside Michael Jordan. His professional playing career spanned eight years, including subsequent stints with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Miami Heat, Boston Celtics, and Dallas Mavericks, demonstrating his enduring presence in the league.
Stacey King remains a respected and popular figure in the basketball community, expected to continue his commentary role with the Chicago Sports Network, bringing his championship pedigree and expert analysis to millions of viewers.