Ranking the Top 10 NBA Players who never won a championship ring…
2. Charles Barkley
- 1993 MVP
- 11x All-Star
- 5x All-NBA First Team
Barkley dominated as a six-foot-six power forward with a rare blend of strength, agility, and finesse. Averaging 22.1 points and 11.7 rebounds over 16 seasons, Barkley was a rebounding machine and scoring dynamo, often outmuscling taller opponents.
His peak with the Phoenix Suns, leading them to the 1993 Finals, showcased his brilliance—27.3 points and 13 rebounds per game that season. Yet, facing Michael Jordan’s Bulls dynasty, he fell short.
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Barkley’s tenacity, like his 1987 playoff performance (25.2 points, 14.8 rebounds), defined him, but bad luck—playing in an era of stacked teams like the Lakers, Celtics, and Bulls—stymied his title hopes. His charisma and unfiltered personality also made him a fan favorite, amplifying his legacy.
HoopsHype on Barkley:
“The Round Mound of Rebound, Charles Barkley was extremely unique not just for his outspoken personality but for his dominance down low despite being generously listed at 6-foot-6. He was a beast on the glass and as a scorer thanks to his absurd strength and explosiveness in his prime. Barkley never got the ever-elusive ring, but he’s still one of the all-time greats at power forward.”
But who ranks ahead of Barkley on the list of the greatest NBA players without a ring? Find out below.
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