US media released the NBA's historical buzzer beater list, with Jordan first and James second
2025-08-24 04:47
On August 24th, renowned American basketball media outlet Ballislife released a statistic that garnered widespread attention. The publication ranked the NBA's most buzzer-beaters, with Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan topping the list with nine, maintaining his all-time record.
Among active players, Lakers star LeBron James ranks second with eight buzzer-beaters, tied with Kobe Bryant and Joe Johnson. It's worth noting that the retired Johnson, despite his retirement , continues to demonstrate his clutch nature in the BIG3 arena, scoring 20 points in 25 minutes and hitting another buzzer-beater, reminiscent of his classic NBA performances.
According to NBA Crazy Stats , Michael Jordan holds the NBA record for most buzzer-beaters with nine. Kobe Bryant, LeBron James, and Joe Johnson are tied for second with eight each. This statistic not only demonstrates their scoring prowess but also highlights their composure and control in crucial moments.
In fifth place is Celtics legend Paul Pierce, who has hit seven buzzer-beaters in his career , often securing victories with his cold-blooded performances. Sixth place is shared by several players, each with five , including Wizards star Gilbert Arenas, Warriors star Andre Iguodala, Jazz star John Stockton, Celtics championship stalwart Kevin Garnett, Heat legend Dwyane Wade , and Vince Carter.
It's worth noting that LeBron James is the only active player among the top ten; the rest are retired. This underscores James' enduring dominance in clutch situations. His consistent effectiveness throughout his two-decade career is due not only to his comprehensive skills but also to the mental toughness of a superstar.
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