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| Personal information | |
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| Born | August 25, 1970 Harford County, Maryland, U.S. |
| High school | Andalusia (Andalusia, Alabama) |
| Listed height | 6 ft 10 in (2.08 m) |
| Listed weight | 240 lb (109 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | Alabama (1988–1992) |
| NBA Draft | 1992 / Round: 1 / Pick: 11th overall |
| Selected by the Houston Rockets | |
| Pro career | 1992–2008 |
| Career history | |
| 1992–1996 | Houston Rockets |
| 1996–1997 | Phoenix Suns |
| 1997–2003 | Los Angeles Lakers |
| 2003–2008 | San Antonio Spurs |
| Career highlights and awards | |
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| Career statistics | |
| Points | 7,715 (7.0 ppg) |
| Rebounds | 5,269 (4.8 rpg) |
| Assists | 2,343 (2.1 apg) |
Robert Keith Horry (born August 25, 1970) is an American former professional basketball player and a sports commentator. Horry was a member of seven championship-winning teams in the NBA. He is famous for making important shots in many playoff games, earning him the nickname "Big Shot Rob."
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Early Life and High School Basketball
Robert Keith Horry was born on August 25, 1970, in Harford County, Maryland. He grew up in Andalusia, Alabama. When he was a senior at Andalusia High School, Horry won the Naismith Alabama High School Player of the Year Award, showing his talent early on.
College Basketball Career
Horry went to the University of Alabama to play college basketball. He played for the Alabama Tide from 1988 to 1992. During his time there, he helped his team win three Southeastern Conference (SEC) tournament titles. They also reached the "Sweet 16" round of the NCAA tournament twice. Horry set a school record with 282 blocked shots in his college career. He was also recognized for his defense and academics. He later returned to the university and finished his degree in 2021.
Professional NBA Career
Houston Rockets: Winning First Championships (1992–1996)
The Houston Rockets picked Robert Horry as the 11th overall player in the 1992 NBA draft. He played his first four seasons with the Rockets. During this time, he helped them win two NBA championships in 1994 and 1995. He even set an NBA Finals record with seven steals in one game. Horry wore jersey number 25 while playing for the Rockets.
In the 1995 NBA playoffs, Horry started to build his "Big Shot" reputation. He made a game-winning shot with 6.5 seconds left in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Later, in Game 3 of the 1995 NBA Finals against the Orlando Magic, he hit a three-pointer that helped the Rockets win. The Rockets went on to win their second championship. Horry has said that winning this championship was one of his proudest moments because the Rockets were not expected to win, being the sixth seed in their conference.
Phoenix Suns: A Short Stop (1996–1997)
In 1996, Horry was traded to the Phoenix Suns. He played there for a short time. During a game in January 1997, he had a disagreement with his coach, Danny Ainge. Horry was suspended for two games by the Suns after the incident.
Los Angeles Lakers: The Three-Peat Era (1997–2003)
Horry was traded to the Los Angeles Lakers in January 1997. Since his usual number 25 was retired by the Lakers, he chose to wear number 5. In May 1997, he set an NBA playoff record by making seven three-point shots in a row without missing.
During the 1999–2000 NBA season, Horry played an important role coming off the bench. In the 2000 NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers, he scored 17 points in a key Game 4 victory. The Lakers won the 2000 NBA Finals in six games, giving Horry his third championship.
In the 2000–01 NBA season, Horry continued to be a crucial player in the 2001 NBA playoffs. In Game 3 of the 2001 NBA Finals against the Philadelphia 76ers, he scored 12 of his 15 points in the fourth quarter, including a vital three-pointer. The Lakers won that game and went on to win their second straight championship. Horry said this was his second-proudest victory.
In the 2001–02 NBA season, Horry was a backup player but started many games in the 2002 NBA playoffs. He became famous for his clutch play in Game 4 of the 2002 Western Conference Finals against the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers were losing the game by a lot of points. With seconds left, after two teammates missed shots, the ball bounced to Horry. He hit a three-pointer as time ran out, winning the game 100-99. This shot helped the Lakers win the series and then sweep the New Jersey Nets in the 2002 NBA Finals to win their third championship in a row, known as a "three-peat."
In the 2003 NBA playoffs, the Lakers tried to win their fourth straight championship. However, Horry's potential game-winning shot in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals did not go in. The Lakers were eliminated in six games.
San Antonio Spurs: More Championships (2003–2008)
After the 2002–03 NBA season, Horry joined the San Antonio Spurs. He played fewer minutes with the Spurs, but still made a big impact. In the 2005 NBA playoffs, the Spurs reached the 2005 NBA Finals. In Game 5, Horry scored 21 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, including a game-winning three-point shot with 5.9 seconds left. This shot helped the Spurs win Game 5 and eventually the championship. His 15 three-pointers in the Finals set a record that stood for many years.
During the 2007 NBA playoffs, Horry was involved in an incident with Phoenix Suns player Steve Nash. Horry was suspended for two games. The Spurs went on to win the series and swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2007 NBA Finals, giving Horry his seventh NBA championship. After the 2007–08 NBA season, Horry became a free agent and did not play professionally again.
As of 2025, Robert Horry works as a commentator for the Lakers on Spectrum SportsNet.
Records and Achievements
Robert Horry is one of only four NBA players to win championships with three different teams. He won two with the Houston Rockets, three with the Los Angeles Lakers, and two with the San Antonio Spurs. He holds NBA records for:
- Most steals in an NBA Finals game.
- Most three-point shots made in a playoff game without a miss (seven).
He is also the only player not from the 1950s and 1960s Boston Celtics teams to win more than six championships. When he retired, Horry held the record for most three-pointers made in the NBA Finals with 56. In 2010, he was inducted into the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame.
Famous Playoff Shots
Robert Horry is known for making many important shots in the playoffs. Here are some of his most famous ones:
- May 22, 1995: Western Conference Finals, Game 1. Horry hit a jumper with 6.5 seconds left to give the Houston Rockets a 94–93 win over the San Antonio Spurs.
- June 11, 1995: NBA Finals, Game 3. Horry hit a three-pointer with 14.1 seconds left to help the Rockets win 106–103 against the Orlando Magic. This gave Houston a 3–0 series lead.
- June 10, 2001: NBA Finals, Game 3. Horry made a crucial three-pointer with 47.1 seconds left and then four free throws to help the Los Angeles Lakers win 96–91 against the Philadelphia 76ers.
- May 26, 2002: Western Conference Finals, Game 4. With the Sacramento Kings leading by two points, Horry hit a game-winning three-pointer at the buzzer to give the Lakers a 100–99 victory. This tied the series at 2-2.
- June 19, 2005: NBA Finals, Game 5. Horry hit a three-pointer with 5.9 seconds left to give the San Antonio Spurs a 96–95 victory over the Detroit Pistons. He scored 21 points in the fourth quarter and overtime combined.
NBA Career Statistics
| Legend | |||||
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| GP | Games played | GS | Games started | MPG | Minutes per game |
| FG% | Field goal percentage | 3P% | 3-point field goal percentage | FT% | Free throw percentage |
| RPG | Rebounds per game | APG | Assists per game | SPG | Steals per game |
| BPG | Blocks per game | PPG | Points per game | Bold | Career high |
Regular Season Games
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 1992–93 | Houston | 79 | 79 | 29.5 | .474 | .255 | .715 | 5.0 | 2.4 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 10.1 |
| 1993–94† | Houston | 81 | 81 | 29.3 | .459 | .324 | .732 | 5.4 | 2.9 | 1.5 | .9 | 9.9 |
| 1994–95† | Houston | 64 | 61 | 32.4 | .447 | .379 | .761 | 5.1 | 3.4 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 10.2 |
| 1995–96 | Houston | 71 | 71 | 37.1 | .410 | .366 | .776 | 5.8 | 4.0 | 1.6 | 1.5 | 12.0 |
| 1996–97 | Phoenix | 32 | 15 | 22.5 | .421 | .308 | .640 | 3.7 | 1.7 | .9 | .8 | 6.9 |
| 1996–97 | L.A. Lakers | 22 | 14 | 30.7 | .455 | .329 | .700 | 5.4 | 2.5 | 1.7 | 1.3 | 9.2 |
| 1997–98 | L.A. Lakers | 72 | 71 | 30.4 | .476 | .204 | .692 | 7.5 | 2.3 | 1.6 | 1.3 | 7.4 |
| 1998–99 | L.A. Lakers | 38 | 5 | 19.6 | .459 | .444 | .739 | 4.0 | 1.5 | .9 | 1.0 | 4.9 |
| 1999–00† | L.A. Lakers | 76 | 0 | 22.2 | .438 | .309 | .788 | 4.8 | 1.6 | 1.1 | 1.0 | 5.7 |
| 2000–01† | L.A. Lakers | 79 | 1 | 20.1 | .387 | .346 | .711 | 3.7 | 1.6 | .7 | .7 | 5.2 |
| 2001–02† | L.A. Lakers | 81 | 23 | 26.4 | .398 | .374 | .783 | 5.9 | 2.9 | 1.0 | 1.1 | 6.8 |
| 2002–03 | L.A. Lakers | 80 | 26 | 29.3 | .387 | .288 | .769 | 6.4 | 2.9 | 1.2 | .8 | 6.5 |
| 2003–04 | San Antonio | 81 | 1 | 15.9 | .405 | .380 | .645 | 3.4 | 1.2 | .6 | .6 | 4.8 |
| 2004–05† | San Antonio | 75 | 16 | 18.6 | .419 | .370 | .789 | 3.6 | 1.1 | .9 | .8 | 6.0 |
| 2005–06 | San Antonio | 63 | 3 | 18.8 | .384 | .368 | .647 | 3.8 | 1.3 | .7 | .8 | 5.1 |
| 2006–07† | San Antonio | 68 | 8 | 16.5 | .359 | .336 | .594 | 3.4 | 1.1 | .7 | .6 | 3.9 |
| 2007–08 | San Antonio | 45 | 5 | 13.0 | .319 | .257 | .643 | 2.4 | 1.0 | .5 | .4 | 2.5 |
| Career | 1,107 | 480 | 24.5 | .425 | .341 | .726 | 4.8 | 2.1 | 1.0 | .9 | 7.0 | |
Playoff Games
| Year | Team | GP | GS | MPG | FG% | 3P% | FT% | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | PPG |
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| 1993 | Houston | 12 | 12 | 31.2 | .465 | .300 | .741 | 5.2 | 3.2 | 1.5 | 1.3 | 10.5 |
| 1994† | Houston | 23 | 23 | 33.8 | .434 | .382 | .765 | 6.1 | 3.6 | 1.5 | .9 | 11.7 |
| 1995† | Houston | 22 | 22 | 38.2 | .445 | .400 | .744 | 7.0 | 3.5 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 13.1 |
| 1996 | Houston | 8 | 8 | 38.5 | .407 | .396 | .435 | 7.1 | 3.0 | 2.6 | 1.6 | 13.1 |
| 1997 | L.A. Lakers | 9 | 9 | 31.0 | .447 | .429 | .778 | 5.3 | 1.4 | 1.1 | .8 | 6.7 |
| 1998 | L.A. Lakers | 13 | 13 | 32.5 | .557 | .353 | .683 | 6.5 | 3.1 | 1.1 | 1.1 | 8.6 |
| 1999 | L.A. Lakers | 8 | 0 | 22.1 | .462 | .417 | .786 | 4.5 | 1.4 | .8 | .8 | 5.0 |
| 2000† | L.A. Lakers | 23 | 0 | 26.9 | .407 | .288 | .702 | 5.3 | 2.5 | .9 | .8 | 7.6 |
| 2001† | L.A. Lakers | 16 | 0 | 23.9 | .368 | .362 | .591 | 5.2 | 1.9 | 1.4 | 1.0 | 5.9 |
| 2002† | L.A. Lakers | 19 | 14 | 37.0 | .449 | .387 | .789 | 8.1 | 3.2 | 1.7 | .8 | 9.3 |
| 2003 | L.A. Lakers | 12 | 10 | 31.1 | .319 | .053 | .556 | 6.7 | 3.1 | 1.3 | 1.0 | 5.6 |
| 2004 | San Antonio | 10 | 0 | 21.1 | .465 | .364 | .929 | 6.3 | .9 | .8 | .2 | 6.1 |
| 2005† | San Antonio | 23 | 0 | 26.9 | .448 | .447 | .732 | 5.4 | 2.0 | .9 | .9 | 9.3 |
| 2006 | San Antonio | 13 | 5 | 17.2 | .405 | .353 | .731 | 3.7 | .8 | .4 | .7 | 4.2 |
| 2007† | San Antonio | 18 | 0 | 20.1 | .417 | .351 | .824 | 3.9 | 1.6 | .6 | 1.3 | 4.3 |
| 2008 | San Antonio | 15 | 0 | 10.3 | .194 | .227 | .667 | 2.1 | .5 | .3 | .3 | 1.5 |
| Career | 244 | 116 | 28.0 | .426 | .359 | .722 | 5.6 | 2.4 | 1.1 | .9 | 7.9 | |
Personal Life
Robert Horry has a son named Camron Horry, who played football at Texas A&M. His younger son, Christian "CJ" Horry, is following in his father's footsteps and plays basketball at UCLA. Horry also coached his own AAU basketball team called "Big Shot." In 2019, he married Candice Madrid. Horry appeared as himself in a 2023 episode of the TV series The Lincoln Lawyer.
See also
In Spanish: Robert Horry para niños
- List of NBA players with most championships
- List of NBA career playoff steals leaders
- List of NBA career playoff blocks leaders
- List of NBA career playoff 3-point scoring leaders
- List of NBA career playoff games played leaders
