30. Nikola Vucevic Season Stats 2018-2019: 20.8 PPG 12 RPG 3.8 APG 1.0 STLS 1.1 BLK PER: 25.5 TS%: 57.3% WS: 10.1 - 51/36/78 He’s an All-Star, he rebounds at a high rate, he can score in a variety of ways and is no slouch defensively. Surrounded by a young team only getting better and entering the prime of his own career, Vucevic is in position to continue to thrive in Orlando. Vucevic will never be the flashiest name at the center position but he’s one you have to prepare fo

40. Lou Williams 2018-2019 Season Stats: 20 PPG 3.0 RPG 5.4 APG PER: 21.2 TS%: 55.4% WS: 5.1 - 42/36/87 Sixth Man of the Year aka a walking bucket. Lou Williams is currently in the prime years of his career and now once again playing on a title contending roster. That’s really all I should have to say on this one, a man who can score at will, underrated playmaker. After being the number one option for the Clippers last year he’ll likely be the third option with Kawhi Leonard

Kory Waldron and Jac Manuell hit you with the top 50 NBA players for this upcoming season. 50. Kristaps Porzingis 2017-2018 Season Stats: 22.7 PPG 6.6 RPG 1.2 APG 2.4 BLKS PER: 20.4 TS%: 53.9% WS: 3.2 - 44/36/80 The last time we saw Porzingis play it was for the New York Knicks, the next time we see him play it will be for the Dallas Mavericks. Porzingis has shown flashes of star potential with his ability to score in a variety of ways while also being an elite rim protector.

ABC7 Eyewitness News There are innumerable national pundits that are strangely low on the 2019-20 Nets. It’s not as if the Eastern Conference improved markedly, in fact if anything the stranglehold up top strengthened while the rest of the teams underneath would give themselves a decent shot at making some noise for a top-four seed. Milwaukee and Philadelphia are in a tier of their own at the top of the East. From there, there are up to seven teams who are vying for status as

NBA.com The narrative around Kyrie Irving has swung so far negatively that it’s starting to become laughable. Every superstar comes with their own baggage, and Irving is certainly no exception. The fact that it’s begun to detract away from his on court talents is the strangest part. We’re talking about a two-time All-NBA player, an All-Star MVP and an NBA champion. You can look to his form in this year’s playoffs as a way to further the negative narrative, but if anything tha

Yahoo! Sports Max Cap Space: $77,477,855 Projected Cap Space: $70,527,253 Kevin Durant The rumours around KD and the Knicks have been lingering since before the beginning of the 2018-19 season. Despite his Achilles injury, he’s still at the top of New York’s wishlist. With their crosstown rivals lurking in the wings it’ll be fascinating to see who wins the Durant sweepstakes. Kyrie Irving If Kevin Durant were to land at the Knicks you can bet that speculation around Kyrie to

NBA.com Overview: 2018-19 was a career year for Magic big man Nikola Vucevic. He improved across the board, on both ends of the floor. His elite rebounding, perimeter shooting combined with an upgrade on the defensive end earned him a maiden All-Star selection. While Orlando fans should be disappointed with his postseason form that shouldn’t shy away from the incredible regular season he had. Regular Season Stats: 20.8 PPG, 54.9 2P%, 36.4 3P%, 78.9 FT%, 3.8 AST, 12 REB, 2 TOV

Empire Sports Media Overview: D’Angelo Russell had a breakout 2018-19 season. A dominant scoring campaign from the perimeter and mid range led to his first All-Star selection. More importantly he was the offensive fulcrum and leader of a Brooklyn Nets team that reached the postseason for the first time in four years. Regular Season Stats: 21.1 PPG, 48.2 2P%, 36.9 3P%, 78 FT%, 7 AST, 3.9 REB, 3.1 TOV, 1.2 STL, 0.2 BLK Postseason Stats: 19.4 PPG, 37.9 2P%, 32.4 3P%, 84.6 FT%, 3

Denver Stiffs 1. A Lineup Reshuffle Worked With Will Barton being relegated to bench duties, Torrey Craig stepped up in his new role starting for Denver. He was sensational in limiting the impact of both Derrick White and DeMar DeRozan. Craig himself was hot from the field, nailing five threes in his 18 point performance. The superb two-way showing earned him plenty of praise from his coach, Mike Malone. "I'd be lying if I said I knew Torrey Craig was going to go out and have

Blazer's Edge Season Recap The Pistons started the season like a house on fire winning their first four games. Blake Griffin was an early MVP contender and everything was coming up daisies for Detroit. Despite looking to have a playoff spot sewn up, things started to unravel in the month of April. Griffin’s injury played a huge part as they want 2-4 to end the regular season. Luckily, their final win over New York was enough to solidify the eighth spot in the East and a match

10. Nikola Jokic 2018-19 Stats: 20.2 PPG, 10.8 RPG, 7.6 APG, 50/32/84 The Denver Channel The Nuggets rise to genuine Western Conference contender has been off the back of the sublime talents of big man Nikola Jokic. Jokic is a wizard with the ball in his hands. He might even already be the best passing center in the history of the league. His defense is still shoddy but has made minor improvements. What he does on the offensive end more than makes up for it. 9. Kyrie Irving

20. Ben Simmons 2018-19 Stats: 17 PPG, 9.2 RPG, 7.9 APG, 56/0/60 The Ringer Ben Simmons is on the fringe of superstar status. The thing stopping him is obvious, a jump shot. Giannis has transcended that with his ability to get to the line at will and amazing defensive acumen. Simmons has all those elements to his game but he lacks any sort of ability to shoot some semblance of a jumper. If he gets one, he’ll no doubt rise on this list. 19. Kemba Walker 2018-2019 Stats: 25.1 P

This is OTG’s second edition of the Top 50 NBA Players of the 2018-19 season. With the NBA Playoffs on the horizon, Kory Waldron & Jac Manuell revisit the rankings. Key reminders for this top 50 list; It is based solely on this current season. As well any player with a season ending injury is excluded. Enjoy and feel free to debate afterwards: @otgbasketball/@Kwalhoops/@TheJmanJBT 40. Luka Doncic 2018-2019 Stats: 20.9 PPG, 7.2 RPG, 5.5 APG, 43/35/72 SB Nation The likely Rooki

Chicago Tribune Bobby Portis made his presence felt in the first game for his new squad. He was scoring at will, from all areas of the court. Here’s an in-depth look at his game. #VideoBreakdown #JacManuell #Washington #washingtonwizards #WashingtonWizards

NYK receives: Furkan Korkmaz PHI receives: Noah Vonleh Furkan Korkmaz isn’t a wanted player in Philadelphia. He’s had some good moments this season, yet if the Sixers front office truly wanted him they would have exercised the third year option on his contract before the 2018-19 campaign begun. Alongside Landry Shamet and J.J. Redick, he’s been their most consistent three-point threat. Simply put, G.M. Elton Brand and coach Brett Brown don’t think the 21-year old provides en

MEM receives: Brandon Knight, HOU 2019 first round pick lottery protected, HOU 2021 2nd round pick HOU receives: Garrett Temple, JaMychal Green The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor reported that Houston have had talks with Memphis in offloading guard Brandon Knight for a first round pick and other pieces. Daryl Morey and the Rockets have no fear in dishing out a first rounder if it means improving their team in the short-term. As for the Grizzlies, they’d be wise to do such a deal as

ESPN In the absence of Damian Lillard, C.J. McCollum shone as he lodged his first ever triple-double in a win over Atlanta. Here's a breakdown of his game. For more breakdowns of some of the best performances from the league's best players be sure to follow Off the Glass and Jac Manuell on Twitter. #PortlandTrailBlazers #VideoBreakdown #JacManuell

Twitter/OKC Thunder Paul George continued the form that has pundits lauding him as an MVP contender against the Sixers. Here’s a look at how he performed. For more breakdowns of some of the best performances from the league's best players be sure to follow Off the Glass and Jac Manuell on Twitter. #JacManuell #OklahomaCityThunder #VideoBreakdown

ABC7 Kyle Kuzma’s scoring was the impetus for the Lakers upset win over OKC away from home. Here’s a look at the best plays from his game including the awesome perimeter play. For more breakdowns of some of the best performances from the league's best players be sure to follow Off the Glass and Jac Manuell on Twitter. #LosAngelesLakers #VideoBreakdown #JacManuell

Sporting News Kyrie Irving had his full array of tricks on display in a win over the Raptors. His scoring was not only sublime but it was the best passing performance he’s had in his 8-season career. Here’s a breakdown of the best plays from the performance. For more breakdowns of some of the best performances from the league's best players be sure to follow Off the Glass and Jac Manuell on Twitter. #BostonCeltics #JacManuell #VideoBreakdown