Wesley Matthews was a consistent and versatile guard, helping Marquette stay competitive in the tough Big East. His defensive ability and shooting have helped him carve out a long NBA career.
Travis Diener was one of Marquette’s best shooters and passers, forming a dynamic duo with Dwyane Wade in the early 2000s. His leadership and clutch shooting helped Marquette return to the national stage.
Jae Crowder was a dominant two-way player who helped Marquette reach the Elite Eight in 2012. His strength, rebounding, and clutch shooting made him a nightmare matchup in the Big East, and he has continued his success in the NBA.
Before becoming a successful NBA coach, Doc Rivers was a star point guard at Marquette. Known for his leadership and defense, Rivers helped lead the team to multiple NCAA Tournament appearances and later went on to win an NBA championship as a coach with the Boston Celtics.
Jim Chones was one of the most dominant big men in Marquette history, but his college career was cut short when he left early for the ABA. Despite playing just two seasons, his impact was massive, helping the team reach a No. 2 ranking nationally.
Bo Ellis was the glue guy of Marquette’s championship-winning team in 1977, known for his defense, rebounding, and leadership. He remains one of the most respected figures in program history and played a key role in Marquette’s rise to national prominence.
George Thompson was Marquette’s first true superstar, setting the school's career scoring record before the three-point line existed. He was a scoring machine and helped elevate Marquette into a national powerhouse under coach Al McGuire.
Maurice Lucas was an elite rebounder and defensive force, helping Marquette reach the 1974 national championship game. His physical play and toughness made him a force in both college and the NBA, where he became a key player for the Portland Trail Blazers' 1977 championship team.
Butch Lee was the heart and soul of Marquette’s 1977 national championship team, leading the Golden Eagles to their first and only NCAA title. He followed that up by winning National Player of the Year in 1978 before heading to the NBA. His leadership and winning mentality make him one of Marquette’s all-time greats.
Dwyane Wade is undoubtedly the greatest player in Marquette history. In just two seasons, he led the program to its first Final Four since 1977 and put up dominant performances, including a triple-double against Kentucky in the 2003 NCAA Tournament. His athleticism, scoring, and clutch play made him a top-five NBA draft pick and a future Hall of Famer.
