The Rankings
10. Andrew Bogut Saves it to Steph for 3
There's some luck involved here but Steph grabs the ball out of the air like a free safety making an interception. Then he calmly drains the 3. Even off the dribble, he's automatic.
9. John Wall Chasedown Block
While it's not a typical chasedown block like we would see from someone like LeBron, you got to give Wall credit for hustling back after committing the turnover. And then he swats it away with authority!
8. JaKarr Sampson Put-Back Jam
You probably won't forget a name like JaKarr in the first place. Nonetheless, Mr. Sampson ensured that Jerryd Bayless will never forget it with this put-back jam. Jerryd Bayless, take a seat, son.
7. LeBron Steal and Sick Pass
He comes out of nowhere for the steal and then Dat Pass!
6. Andre Miller Half-Court Alley-oop to Derrick Williams
This play gave me flashes of Andre Miller alley-oops to Javale McGee and Kenneth Faried in Denver here. Throughout his career, he's made tremendous passes like this one. It also doesn't hurt to have D-Will on the receiving end either. That's right Jordan Clarkson, turn away, and turn away quickly.
5. Celtics Slam and Game-Winner vs Raptors
Brad Stevens's plays out of the timeout never fail to disappoint. Even if this wasn't by design, Marcus Smart still gets a clear path to the basket and ABUSES the rim. He owes an apology to the hoop. Maybe deliver some flowers too.
Jae Crowder = Clutch. Celtics GM Danny Ainge must be thinking, "I thought we were supposed to be tanking."
4. The Greak Freak in Philly
His arms are almost as long as his last name. He seemingly has to move back in mid-air so he can fully extend his arm and throw it down. Fear the Freak.
You got to love that stare-down. No one on the corner got swagger like Giannis.
3. Bryce Cotton Alleyoop
When teams like the Jazz have nothing to play for except for lottery balls, they start playing guys I've never heard of. For example, Bryce Cotton. Yet even though I didn't know he was in the league before this play, it's clear he definitely has NBA-level athleticism.
He just picked it out of the sky. Absurd.
2. Andrew Wiggins Posterizes Omer Asik
Wiggins is a human highlight reel with his freakish athleticism. Anytime he gets a little space with an opening towards the basket, he is looking to attack with force. As is evident on this play.
Even though he didn't convert it, this could have been the poster of the season. But Wiggins was able to finish another attempt.
No regard for human life. Omer Asik is going to need some therapy for the PTSD he is suffering.
1. Celtics Impressive Display vs Cavaliers
Yes, I do realize the Cavs were resting many of their key players. Still, the Celtics made some tremendous plays. First, Tyler Zeller.
Matthew Delladova realizes his mistake to move towards Zeller much too late. By the time he turns away, Zeller is already airborne and printing his poster. Next, Kelly Olynyk.
Who knew a white man named Kelly could do something like this? But for real, Olynyk's got some ups. Finally, Isaiah Thomas.
He got everyone confused with the wicked Rondoesque ball fake. Isaiah, you fancy, huh.
Honorable Mentions
Dunks
Dirk Dunk Sighting
Paul George's First Dunk Since Return From Injury
Jeff Taylor Calm 270
Anthony Davis Ridiculous One Handed Alleyoop Finish
Reggie Jackson Poster
Buzzer Beaters and Clutch Plays
Paul George 3rd Quarter Bank Cheese
Paul George Clutch vs Wiz
Jarret Jack Shot Clock Cheese
John Wall 1st Quarter Block
Greiviz Vazquez Clutch 3
Quincy Pondexter 3rd Quarter Trey
Aaron Brooks 3rd Quarter Bank Cheese
Random
Beal Waves to Fouled Out Lowry
Randy Wittman Whiteboard Struggle
Chicago Bulls Ball Movement
John Wall Behind the Back Pass
Damian Lillard Reverse
Dwyane Wade Euro Step
Hassan Whiteside Stuff
Stephen Curry Reverse Layup vs Anthony Davis
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