The mailman basketball player

You're referring to the legendary Mailman, Karl Malone!

Karl Malone, also known as "The Mailman," is a retired American professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) from 1985 to 2003. He is a two-time NBA MVP and a 14-time NBA All-Star.

Malone played for the Utah Jazz and the Los Angeles Lakers during his 19-year career. He is known for his dominant play in the paint, his powerful dunks, and his clutch shooting. He was a key player in the Jazz's success during the 1990s, leading the team to the NBA Finals in 1997 and 1998.

Malone's nickname "The Mailman" was given to him because he would "deliver" the ball to the basket, often with authority. He was also known for his rugged, physical playing style, which earned him the nickname "The Mailman" because he would "deliver" the ball to the basket, often with authority.

Malone is considered one of the greatest power forwards in NBA history, and his number 32 jersey was retired by the Utah Jazz in 2003. He was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010.