Stockton Sets Steals Record
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SALT LAKE CITY — John Stockton broke Maurice Cheeks’ NBA career record for steals Tuesday.
The Utah guard reached steal No. 2,311 when he snatched the ball from Boston’s Eric Williams with 8:21 left in the Jazz’s 112-98 victory over the Celtics.
Stockton’s play came after Boston’s Rick Fox had passed to Williams on the baseline. Stockton slapped the ball loose, resulting in a three-point basket by Chris Morris and a 100-72 lead.
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