Here’s my top five list of active NBA clutch performers…

Robert Horry - ”Big Shot Rob” has been just that throughout his career.  Horry has provided the final dagger in many playoff and championship games.  The “Lord of the Rings” has been a integral part of seven championship teams – so he knows a thing or two about winning. 

Chauncey Billups- Billups will be best known for leading the Detroit Pistons to the 2004 NBA title, defeating the heavily favored Los Angeles Lakers.  Also referred to as “Mr. Big Shot”, Billups always steps up in clutch situations.

Rashard Lewis – Game after game, Lewis proves that he can easily stake a claim as one of the best end-game performers in the league.  As demonstrated in the Orlando Magic’s 2009 NBA playoff run (when he hit three game-winning shots), pressure is not an obstacle for him.  Lewis is 6’10″, so he has the requisite height to give himself clean looks at the basket in crunch time situations.

Robert Horry has a ring for each day of the week.

Ray Allen- The UConn alum is the best shooter in the NBA, and his shot-making ability increases with the game in the balance.  He has unlimited range and one of the quickest releases in the league.  The 9-time NBA All-Star who holds many 3-point shooting records, came up with some stellar in this year’s playoffs to add to his clutch-performance resume’.

Kobe Bryant- The 2007-2008 NBA MVP defines what it means to be a clutch performance.  He has the rare ability to beat you with all aspects of his game – shooting, penetrating or passing.  Kobe is the reason that the Lakers always have a chance to win any ball game.  His supreme confidence puts him head-and-shoulders above his competition.

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