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Who’s the GOAT Chicago native?

By Megann Horstead

CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 20: Derrick Rose #1 of the Chicago Bulls looks to pass over Michael Carter-Williams #5 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first round of the 2015 NBA Playoffs at the United Center on April 20, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Bucks 91-82. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agress that, by downloading and or using the photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - APRIL 20: Derrick Rose #1 of the Chicago Bulls looks to pass over Michael Carter-Williams #5 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the first round of the 2015 NBA Playoffs at the United Center on April 20, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Bucks 91-82. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agress that, by downloading and or using the photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) /
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21. Jeff Hornacek

Jeff Hornacek, who is commonly known as Scarecrow, achieved quite a bit during his 15-year playing career, which led him to suit up for the Phoenix Suns, Philadelphia 76ers and the Utah Jazz.

Hornacek made his NBA debut in October of 1986. He proved to be quite a valuable asset to his team, so much he received an All-Star Game nod in 1992. Around that time, Hornacek’s ability to stretch the floor made him a bit of a hot commodity.

Why, you ask?

Hornacek was viewed by many around the league as a threat from behind the three-point line, which shouldn’t surprise anyone when looking at the statistics. He was among the top 20 in three-point field goal percentage for nine seasons. Hornacek’s ability to stretch the floor made him nearly impossible to replace. He ranked in the top 20 in value over replacement player for three seasons.

A short time after his professional playing career ended, Hornacek transitioned to coaching by becoming the assistant coach for the Utah Jazz. More recently, he has picked up opportunities to serve as a head coach for the Phoenix Suns and New York Knicks.

Hornacek was born in Elmhurst, Illinois, a suburban community located in the western suburbs of Chicago. He attended high school at Lyons Township High School in La Grange, Illinois and went on to college at Iowa State University in Iowa City, Iowa.

Hornacek has a 0.7% chance of getting inducted as a player into the Hall of Fame.

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