STAR UNDERDOGS
Star UnderDOG (StUD.)
From a top-notch role player to a borderline star, these key threats always make a difference.
Onyeka Okongwu has incredibly high activity on the interior - great rebounding & shot-blocking volume.
Tre Mann is just fun to watch: tricky ball-handler w/ a never-ending supply of maneuvers to generate a shot.
Australia’s Josh Giddey is a do-it-all, passing wunderkind with countless, eye-popping dimes up his sleeve.
Chicago’s own Ayo Dosunmu: an adaptable PG who’s a special role player on his hometown Bulls.
A versatile 6’7 scorer, Kevin Huerter can light it up from deep + put the ball on the floor and get to the rack.
One of the driving forces behind Virginia’s national title victory in 2019, De’Andre Hunter is a multi-purpose forward in Cleveland.
Max Strus has a torch from beyond the arc: deadeye outside shooter w/ range & defensive intensity.
The 38th overall pick in 2019, Daniel Gafford’s an outstanding athlete at both interior spots.
2022 National Champion & 2023 NBA Champion Christian Braun is a 6’7 wing w/ a strong defensive base & projected shooting prowess.
Gary Payton II took the long, winding road to becoming one of the league’s top perimeter defenders: contributions extend far beyond the box score - helps set a strong tone while positively impacting the game with tremendous energy.
Jonathan Kuminga has everything it takes to become extremely successful in the NBA: star written all over him.
Andrew Nembhard will play in the league for a very long time: intelligent, innate playmaker w/ a very natural feel for getting teammates into the right spots for success.
A NY native suiting up for the blue & gold, Obi Toppin is an elite athlete at the four spot.
A former 4-star HS prospect, Derrick Jones Jr. is a FREAK athlete – DJJ soars (over the top) for flying oops, boards and flushes.
Ivica Zubac: LAC’s man in the middle – you can bank on Zu for a nice amount of points & boards each night.
No back down in LA’s Austin Reaves: quickly earned trust of his teammates and the coaching staff through clutch play and sharp attention to detail on both ends.
Scotty Pippen Jr.’s craftiness & patience are beyond his years - hard-nosed, high IQ PG who knows how to make positive plays.
Santi Aldama flew below the map at Loyola (MD) - surprise pick at 30 in 2021 - very adept, 6’11 big.
Nicknamed “Off-Night,” Davion Mitchell never gives his man any sort of break on the defensive end.
A former second rounder w/ league bloodlines, Gary Trent Jr. is thriving in the North: flamethrower w/ real, outside scoring ability.
Kyle Kuzma is a talented, 6’9 forward who’s worked to round out his game after making an early name for himself in LA.
Jaden McDaniels: an intriguing, 6’10 forward w/ guard-like ball-handling ability & crazy defensive versatility.
Naz Reid is realizing his tremendous talent in Minnesota: undrafted 4/5 who can hold his own.
Trey Murphy III has a nearly perfect combination for sustainable success in the league: skilled, 6’9 forward w/ an accurate, laser J.
A second round steal by the Pelicans, Herbert Jones is an absolute ace on the defensive end.
Jordan Poole is a super talented, scoring guard who’s rapidly improved into a designated, offensive weapon in the NBA.
The 42nd overall pick in 2018, Bruce Brown Jr. is a versatile combo guard w/ the ability to slot in at any spot.
Mikal Bridges: an elite, two-way lineup stabilizer w/ experience playing multiple roles.
The 5th overall pick in 2021, Jalen Suggs is a physical, 6’4 guard w/ a fearless mentality.
A German big w/ inside-out skills, Moritz Wagner is offensively inclined - very good shooter.
Wendell Carter Jr. is a highly skilled big w/ versatile tendencies - one of the most underrated bigs in the entire Association.
Duke’s Mark Williams could anchor the middle in PHX for some time to come - nicknamed “The Condor” - Williams extends extremely far to snag rebounds and serves as a towering shot-blocker.
Drafted straight outta HS (IMG Academy), Anfernee Simons has evolved into an impressive, shot-creating combo guard.
The Time Lord!: Robert Williams is an intriguing big who serves as one of the game’s most flexible rim protectors.
"Double-take" scorer - athletically, Malik Monk is high class, has no trouble getting by his matchup.
Keep an eye out for Keldon Johnson: an athletic, versatile forward who co-stars in San Antonio.
A go-to wing threat hailing from Canada, RJ Barrett’s one of the faces of Raptors basketball.
Brandon Ingram may seem quiet & unassuming but when on the floor, few players match his level of skill & productivity.
7-foot center Jakob Poeltl is a defensive-oriented big at the 5 - designated Watch DOG, grew into his premier role as a lead rim protector.
Collin Sexton aka Young Bull - pure, unadulterated shot maker: doesn't have difficulty generating looks.
A 1% athlete at his position, John Collins is a supreme leaper w/ quick feet & good hands.
France’s Bilal Coulibaly: long-armed wing who could eventually develop into a shutdown guy.
Deandre Ayton has some new wave attributesas a modern-day pivot: quick, skilled & powerful.
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Dyson Daniels: Australian, defensive phenom w/ ideal size in the backcourt.