Even though his career isn’t as impactful as Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan or the late Kobe Bryant, seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry still made such a mark on the league during his time as a player. And if former head coach Rudy Tomjanovich is to be believed, the former star deserves a place in the Hall of Fame.
Horry entered the NBA in 1992 when he was selected as the 11th overall pick by the Houston Rockets. The talented small forward quickly made an impact, winning two NBA championships with the Rockets and earning championship rings to solidify his reputation. He then spent four years with the Rockets before being traded to the Phoenix Suns, where he played for one season.
In 1997, Horry’s clutch performances earned him the moniker “Big Shot Rob” for his ability to deliver crucial shots and scoring in pivotal games. During the 1999-2000 season, he established himself as one of the Los Angeles Lakers’ most exceptional bench players, often outscoring some of the team’s starters, especially during the NBA Finals. This remarkable skill contributed to his participation in four consecutive NBA championships, where he secured three out of four rings.
Following his final season with the Lakers, Horry entered free agency and subsequently signed with the San Antonio Spurs. From there, he added two more championship rings to his collection, elevating his status as one of the league’s top 10 players with the most championship rings.
Former Houston Rockets Coach Rudy Tomjanovich Endorses Seven-Time NBA Champion Robert Horry to Hall of Fame
Unlike most stars in the league right now, like Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James and Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry, Horry boasts a total of seven rings. This fact alone is enough for former Rockets coach Rudy Tomjanovich to endorse his former player to the Hall of Fame in an article by Ben DuBose for USA Today Sports’ Rockets Wire.
“I really believe [Horry] belongs in the Naismith Hall of Fame. He’s proven it time and time again. He’s made so many teams champions playing a role, and that’s so important. It isn’t about just the stats. It’s about getting results. I pray that one day he’s going to be able to stand up there and accept that honor,” DuBose wrote.
Throughout his 16 years in the NBA, Horry has averaged 7.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game. He has also shot 42 percent from the field, 34 percent from deep, and 72 percent from the free throw line.
It remains to be seen whether Horry can gather enough votes to get him in the Hall of Fame. What’s certain, though, is that no one in the present generation of NBA stars can overcome his number of rings anytime soon.
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