Chauncey Billups, "Mr. Big Shot," was known for clutch threes and steady control. He bounced among teams yet remained the most reliable backcourt helmsman.
Dwyane Wade was known for lightning drives, elusive footwork and drawing fouls. Despite a partial meniscus removal, he stayed elite — Miami’s all-time best.
In 2005-06 the Heat trailed Dallas 0-2, then Dwyane Wade led four straight wins for Miami’s first title, averaging 34.7 points and winning FMVP.
In 2008-09 the Lakers beat Orlando 4-1 in the Finals. Kobe Bryant averaged 32.4 points and won his first Finals MVP, proving he could lead without Shaq.
Known for his composure, Joe Dumars was the anchor of Detroit's backcourt. He could lock down the opponent's star and score steadily, forming a golden duo with Thomas.
With Kareem injured, rookie Magic Johnson started at center in Game 6 of the 1980 Finals, posting 42 points, 15 rebounds and 7 assists to win the title and the Finals MVP.
Why Paul is called the point guard textbook—his pick-and-roll reading, crossover, mid-range and floater are teaching templates.
In 2019 Irving and Durant joined Brooklyn, forming the fearsome "Nets Big Two" — a road far more winding than imagined.
Nowitzki was the long-time core of Germany’s national team, taking 2002 World Championship MVP and 2005 EuroBasket MVP, and leading the program’s rise.
Nowitzki is the Mavericks’ all-time leader in points and rebounds and games played, dominating the record books — unquestionably the franchise’s greatest player.
With three rings, a Finals MVP and the "Flash" persona, Dwyane Wade is unquestionably the greatest player in Miami Heat history.
: In 2018 Durant's two-way game, scoring, rebounding and playmaking together, made him the Finals' most complete and uncopyable weapon.