Joe Dumars (born May 24, 1963) is a former NBA basketball player.

Playing career

He played guard for the Detroit Pistons for his entire career, from 1985 to 1999. He won two championships as a player in 1989-1990 and 1990-1991. He was the NBA finals MVP in 1991.

Although he was a member of the famed "Bad Boys", he was known for his sportmanship. The NBA sportmanship award is named after him.

His jersey number was retired by the Pistons in 2000.

NBA Executive career

Dumars became the Pistons' general manager prior to 2000-2001 season. He quietly built the team that would go on the win the 2004 NBA Championship and contend for many more.

Notable Trades:

• Grant Hill for Chucky Atkins and Ben Wallace
• Jerome Williams for Corliss Williamson
• Mateen Cleaves for Jon Barry
• Jud Buchler for Clifford Robinson
• Jerry Stackhouse for Richard Hamilton
• Zeljko Rebraca, Bobby Sura, and two first round picks for Rasheed Wallace

Notable Draft Picks:

• Tayshaun Prince with the 23rd overall pick
• Mehmet Okur in the 2nd round

Notable Signings:

• Chauncey Billups
• Larry Brown
• Antonio McDyess