Lance Stephenson

Awards & Honours

Awards Won

Honours

Rankings

Covers

Records

Lance Stephenson's career is defined by his unique blend of skill and showmanship. He led the NBA in triple-doubles during the 2013-14 season, a feat that placed him among the league's elite playmakers. His high school legacy is unmatched in New York City, where he holds the all-time scoring record. The ear-blowing incident, while unconventional, cemented his place in basketball pop culture. As a G League champion and MVP, he proved he could still dominate at a high level. Stephenson's journey from Brooklyn playgrounds to the NBA embodies the city's gritty, creative basketball spirit.

AwardsStephenson was named to the NBA All-Rookie Second Team in 2012 and won the G League Showcase Cup with the Grand Rapids Gold in 2022, earning tournament MVP honors. In high school, he was named Mr. New York Basketball and a McDonald's All-American in 2009. He also made the Big East All-Rookie Team in 2010.

Honours & Distinctions

NBA All-Rookie Second Team

NBA·2012

Honored as one of the top rookies in the league.

NBA Player of the Week (Eastern Conference)

NBA·2014

Awarded for exceptional performance during a week in March 2014.

Lincoln High School Hall of Fame

Lincoln High School·2019

Inducted for his legendary high school career.

Rankings & Lists

Most Entertaining Players in the NBA

Bleacher Report·2014

#Listed

NBA All-Quote Team

Sports Illustrated·2014

#Listed

50 Most Stylish Athletes

Complex Magazine·2014

Magazine Covers

Sports Illustrated

May 2014

The Art of the Prank: Lance Stephenson on Being the NBA's Most Unpredictable Player

SLAM Magazine

February 2014

Born Ready: Lance Stephenson's Rise

Records & Feats

New York City Public School All-Time Scoring Record

Career Milestone·2009

Scored 2,365 points at Lincoln High School, surpassing Sebastian Telfair's record.

Led NBA in Triple-Doubles (2013-14)

Chart Record·2014

Recorded five triple-doubles during the 2013-14 season, the most in the league.