Booed on draft night and labeled a project by some idio- er, experts, Kristaps Porzingis is a Top DOG-level player when healthy.

4x All-Star, 2024 NBA Finals MVP – JB’s a true a true go-to guy/lockdown defender in Boston.

2x All-Star Nikola Vucevic is a daily double-double: good for about 18 & 10 night.

Featuring ‘created player’ size, length and speed, Anthony Davis reps the new generation of bigs – DIFFERENT BREED-level talent.

Klay Thompson: one of the greatest long-distance shooters of all time: 4x NBA Champion & 5x All-Star.

One of the top guards in all of basketball, Kyrie Irving can do whatever he wants offensively – a master, ‘rock up, shoot’ guy – we should all be envious of Irving’s isolation instincts.

“Smooth meets confidence” – the best way to summarize D’Angelo Russell’s game.

Tobias Harris: a hard-to-stop hybrid forward who offers a strong inside-out punch to any lineup.

Caris LeVert’s a pretty complete offensive talent, does damage in countless ways.

Dennis Schröder is quick, smart and heady – shot creator w/ a knack for getting in the lane and using bursts of speed to cause nightmares for defenders.

The son of NBA Hall of Famer Tim Hardaway, THJ is a triple happy, outside shooter who can erupt after a few makes.

'Jimmy Buckets': an unlikely two-way star – an iron man w/ impeccable stamina, Butler is counted on to play upwards of 40 minutes/night, while shutting down the opposition’s top perimeter threat..while providing a nice chunk of his team's offense on the other end.

Draymond Green’s a proven winner (4x! champ) – heart and soul of the Dubs.

Al Horford has taken the same, modest approach for 15+ years – and it’s paid off: he’s been one of the game’s top bigs during that span.

James Harden aka ‘The Beard’: an all-world superstar w/ unrivaled shot & playmaking abilities.

A silent assassin with 2! Finals MVP trophies sitting on his mantle, Kawhi heavily influences both ends on a nightly basis.

A ridiculously athletic wing, Norman Powell can make a tremendous difference on both sides of the ball.

(NBA Champion) Andrew Wiggins is a very talented & explosive athlete on the wing.

‘Money’ Mike Conley: a top tier PG who's been around the block – highly effective for over 15+ years in the league.

Julius Randle’s a new wave four man w/ an unorthodox but effective style.

Rudy Gobert single-handedly shuts down driving lanes on some nights – one of the league’s premiere Watch DOGs.

A new wave archetype, Karl-Anthony Towns is a legitimate stud & a clear ‘poster boy’ for the new age of bigs starting to enter the NBA.

Russell Westbrook: top-flight lead guard, perennial All-Star & former league MVP –THE most athletic PG of all time.

Aaron Gordon’s all-around skills have improved each season: rounded out his game to complement elite physical tools.

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Rough and tough center Steven Adams is a menacing defender and rebounder in the lane – you’re in for a long, frustrating evening if Adams is tasked to stop you down low.

Clint Capela is a hyperactive rebounder & shot-blocker on the inside.

2022 Defensive Player of the Year – Marcus Smart’s locked down his place as a top defender in the league, stars in his role as a terrific disruptor + do it all role player.

A DIFFERENT BREED talent, Dame Lillard is a superstar spewing with confidence as a leader.

Brook, the elder Lopez, is on the short list of the league’s most skilled, two-way bigs.

Bobby Portis: an energetic, fiery four man who plays a key role as Milwaukee’s third big.

A shifty scorer w/ a deadly breakdown attack, CJ McCollum’s a leading man in the league.

Kelly O. has developed into a versatile, offensive big.

One of the most overlooked stars in the game today, Bradley Beal is a top-tier SG.

A relaxed floor general from the North, Tyus Jones is one of the steadiest & most intelligent point guards in the league.

Devin Booker: face of the Suns, PHX's Undisputed Franchise Player.

Jrue Holiday is an All-Star level, two-way combo guard - huge barometer for success.

Jerami Grant has transformed into one of the game’s more difficult covers at forward – expansive attack w/ variety, efficiency & athelticism at the forefront.

The 2021 Sixth Man of the Year, Jordan Clarkson is an offensive-minded combo guard w/ a variety of ways to get buckets.

A 6-time All-Star, Kyle Lowry morphed into a high-level Top DOG over the years.

THE PROCESS: Joel Embiid is a new wave, franchise center + one of the league's most unstoppable players.

Kelly Oubre Jr. has a smooth game, plays both ends well.

Paul George aka PG-13 has reached superstar status – no doubt about it: one of the NBA's best two-way stars.

(Point God!) Chris Paul: one of the best players of all-time.

World Champion & Olympic Gold Medalist Harrison Barnes – he’s accomplished more than a few things over his career.

A klutch shooting wing, Khris ‘Khash Money’ Middleton has become a household name; (very) smooth scorer w/ a hypersonic shot release - solidified status as a Top DOG & gamer in the clutch.