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The Utah Jazz 2000–01 remained built around Karl Malone’s scoring, rebounding, and interior efficiency, while John Stockton continued to control the offense with elite passing and dependable perimeter shooting. Bryon Russell and Donyell Marshall supplied complementary scoring and rebounding, giving the team added balance. The statistics reflect an experienced group that relied on efficient half-court offense, disciplined ball movement, and solid team defense rather than a fast-paced style.
Roster
NO.
PLAYER NAME
POS
HT
WT
DATE OF BIRTH
COLLEGE
0
Olden Polynice
C
7-0
250
November 21, 1964
Virginia
2
DeShawn Stevenson
SG
6-5
210
April 3, 1981
3
Bryon Russell
SF
6-7
225
December 31, 1970
Cal State Long Beach
9
John Starks
SG
6-5
180
August 10, 1965
Northern Oklahoma College, Oklahoma JC, Oklahoma State
Primary offensive hub and interior scorer, sustaining elite production at age 37 while anchoring Utah’s half-court execution through post seals, mid-range touch, and physical rebounding. Functioned as the system’s scoring gravity in pick-and-roll actions, drawing defensive focus and stabilizing a veteran roster that still won 53 games. (Wikipedia)
MVP-7, AS, NBA3
John Stockton
Starter/Star [1.1]
29.2
Medium [1.1]
11.5
2.8
8.7
1.9
60.40
Floor general orchestrating tempo and efficiency, directing the offense through precision passing and decision control while maintaining defensive activity. Even late-career, he dictated structure of Utah’s pick-and-roll ecosystem and remained the team’s primary playmaking engine. (Wikipedia)
MVP-15
Donyell Marshall
Key Contributor [1.05]
28.7
Medium [1.1]
13.6
7.0
1.6
2.0
55.44
Versatile forward providing two-way balance with rebounding, secondary scoring, and weak-side defense. Added lineup flexibility by contributing inside and spacing moderately, reinforcing frontcourt depth behind Malone while producing across multiple statistical categories. (Wikipedia)
6MOY-9
Bryon Russell
Starter/Star [1.1]
31.7
Medium [1.1]
12.0
4.2
2.1
1.5
47.04
Perimeter two-way wing tasked with defending opposing scorers while supplying complementary offense. Operated primarily off ball, finishing plays and maintaining spacing, serving as a stabilizing third-option presence alongside the Stockton-Malone core. (Wikipedia)
John Starks
Key Contributor [1.05]
28.3
Medium [1.1]
9.3
2.1
2.4
1.1
34.42
Veteran guard providing perimeter shot creation and toughness, functioning as a secondary ball-handler and spacing option. His role emphasized energy, defensive pressure, and situational scoring rather than primary usage within Utah’s structured offense. (Wikipedia)
Olden Polynice
Starter/Star [1.1]
20.0
Low [1.0]
5.3
4.7
0.4
1.3
25.96
Physical interior presence focused on rebounding, screening, and paint defense. Low-usage role centered on enabling pick-and-roll spacing for guards and protecting the interior while absorbing frontcourt defensive workload. (Wikipedia)
Jacque Vaughn
Bench [1.0]
19.8
Low [1.0]
6.1
1.8
3.9
0.6
24.80
Backup playmaker maintaining offensive structure when starters rested, emphasizing ball security and controlled tempo. Operated as a pass-first guard supporting second-unit organization rather than scoring volume. (Wikipedia)
Greg Ostertag
Bench [1.0]
18.4
Low [1.0]
4.5
5.1
0.3
2.1
24.00
Defensive specialist anchoring rim protection and interior size. Limited offensive role but impactful through shot-blocking and rebounding, giving Utah a defensive interior counterbalance in rotation minutes. (Wikipedia)
Danny Manning
Bench [1.0]
15.9
Low [1.0]
7.4
2.6
1.1
1.0
24.20
Veteran forward supplying efficient mid-range scoring and positional versatility off the bench. Contributed situational offense and experience within controlled minutes in Utah’s structured rotation. (Wikipedia)
Quincy Lewis
Bench [1.0]
11.5
Low [1.0]
3.5
1.3
0.5
0.6
11.80
Depth wing providing spot minutes and perimeter support. Role focused on maintaining spacing and defensive effort in limited rotation opportunities rather than sustained production. (Land of Basketball)
David Benoit
Bench [1.0]
9.1
Low [1.0]
3.6
1.7
0.4
0.2
11.80
Reserve forward delivering energy and positional coverage in short stints, emphasizing efficiency and defensive reliability rather than volume offense. (Land of Basketball)
John Crotty
Bench [1.0]
8.5
Low [1.0]
2.1
0.9
1.1
0.2
8.60
Backup guard used for steady ball movement and situational playmaking, maintaining offensive organization in brief relief minutes. (Land of Basketball)
DeShawn Stevenson
Bench [1.0]
7.3
Low [1.0]
2.2
0.7
0.5
0.4
7.60
Developmental rookie wing gaining experience in limited action, focusing on defensive activity and transition play while adjusting to NBA pace. (Land of Basketball)
Scott Padgett
Bench [1.0]
4.7
Low [1.0]
2.1
1.4
0.2
0.3
8.00
Deep rotation forward providing frontcourt depth and floor spacing in minimal minutes, primarily used for lineup flexibility and energy. (Land of Basketball)
Team Totals
97.1
40.6
25.7
13.7
344.34
Collective veteran core built around half-court execution, interior scoring, and structured playmaking, sustaining playoff-level efficiency and a 53-win season through system continuity and balanced contributions. (Wikipedia)
Offensive focal point in this playoff series, carrying scoring volume through post isolations and mid-range creation while absorbing heavy defensive attention. Maintained physical interior presence and rebounding stability, but efficiency dipped under playoff defensive pressure as Utah relied heavily on his shot creation.
John Stockton
Starter/Star [1.1]
37.2
Medium [1.1]
9.8
5.6
11.4
2.6
71.15
Primary offensive organizer, controlling tempo and generating high-value looks through pick-and-roll orchestration. Elevated playmaking load with double-digit assists, balancing ball security and defensive activity while functioning as the structural engine of Utah’s half-court offense.
Bryon Russell
Starter/Star [1.1]
42.8
Medium [1.1]
14.2
7.2
3.0
0.8
61.86
Two-way wing logging heavy minutes, providing perimeter defense and secondary scoring. Contributed rebounding from the wing and spacing through outside shooting, operating primarily as a complementary option alongside the Stockton-Malone core.
Donyell Marshall
Starter/Star [1.1]
32.0
Medium [1.1]
10.4
7.6
1.6
1.4
50.00
Versatile forward supporting frontcourt balance with rebounding, interior defense, and secondary scoring. Provided lineup flexibility and helped stabilize defensive matchups while contributing across multiple categories rather than high-volume scoring.
Danny Manning
Key Contributor [1.05]
19.2
Medium [1.1]
9.8
2.2
0.6
1.4
32.34
Efficient scoring option off the bench, supplying mid-range offense and veteran composure. Delivered strong shooting efficiency in limited minutes, providing situational scoring and frontcourt support during rotation stretches.
Olden Polynice
Starter/Star [1.1]
20.0
Low [1.0]
7.8
3.8
0.2
0.6
27.10
Interior role player focused on physical defense, screening, and paint presence. Low-usage offensive role centered on rebounding and protecting the interior while supporting Utah’s defensive structure against opposing bigs.
David Benoit
Bench [1.0]
15.3
Low [1.0]
5.8
1.8
0.5
0.5
17.20
Reserve wing providing short-minute depth and spacing. Role emphasized positional coverage and efficient shot selection rather than sustained offensive involvement.
Greg Ostertag
Bench [1.0]
12.8
Low [1.0]
1.6
3.6
0.2
0.4
11.60
Defensive specialist anchoring limited-minute rim protection and interior size. Offensive usage remained minimal, with value derived primarily from rebounding and paint defense.
John Starks
Bench [1.0]
12.0
Low [1.0]
3.7
1.0
0.3
0.6
11.20
Veteran guard used situationally for perimeter shooting and energy. Functioned as a spacing option and secondary ball-handler in short rotation bursts.
Jacque Vaughn
Bench [1.0]
11.4
Low [1.0]
0.6
0.4
1.6
0.2
5.60
Backup point guard maintaining ball movement and structural stability in limited minutes. Focused on facilitating rather than scoring during brief appearances.
John Crotty
Bench [1.0]
4.8
Low [1.0]
0.8
0.8
0.8
0.6
6.00
Deep rotation guard providing short-minute playmaking and steady ball control when called upon.
DeShawn Stevenson
Bench [1.0]
8.0
Low [1.0]
2.0
1.0
0.0
0.0
6.00
Rookie wing appearing briefly, contributing energy and athleticism in limited developmental minutes.
Team Totals
89.6
42.0
23.2
10.4
409.66
Veteran core leaned heavily on half-court execution through the Stockton-Malone partnership, emphasizing structured offense, interior scoring, and controlled tempo against playoff defenses while role players supplied situational support.
