The University of Evansville has produced several legendary basketball players who defined the program's championship pedigree. Jerry Sloan stands out as one of the most iconic figures, achieving stardom both as a tenacious collegiate player and an elite NBA All-Star and Hall of Fame coach. Other historic greats include prolific scorers and floor generals like Doug Collins and Don Donoher-era standouts who dominated during the program's Division II national championship runs, as well as modern standouts who led the Purple Aces to memorable Division I tournament victories.