Top 10 NBA Players in the Last Decade

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Many players from the NBA come and go. Play a few matches, switch teams and before you know it they are out of the spotlight but on the other hand just a handful that make it big and become part of history. Some of the players of recent times make a quick jump to fame, they have the skills, determination and the magic that sets them apart, that's earns them a lot of fame and glory but the sudden rush of rewards, shifts their focus and in a short span of time they move into the "has been" side of the plate.
In the last decade, very few new players have been able to make history but a few seniors have won themselves a spot in the legend category. The list below highlights one of the best basketball players that have stepped on the face of the planet. While some are retired and have engraved their names forever, there are some that are still standing tall on the court and showing the world the best in them still exists.
Kobe Bean Byrant
In the game for around 15 years and still standing tall, one of the most wanted players in the game and a key player for L.A Lakers as a Shooting Guard. This mountain of talent has won the NBA championship five times, most valuable player two years in a row plus being a slam-dunk competition winner. In his career, with a few ups and downs he has never left the spotlight and after being compared to the legend "Michael Jordan" there is no other proof needed that he is one of the finest.
Shaquille Rashaun O'Neal
If you are born in the 80's and have played basketball for at least 6 months you will be aware of the terms such as "Shaq Attack" and "the sleeping giant" and they all are nick names given to the 7 foot tall giant, that played in the center position and scared ballers from dunking. Being the most valuable player for three years running and four championships tagged to his name this beast is one of the most successful centers this sport has ever seen.
Tim Duncan
One of the most talented players, that played multiple positions and good at all. Tim Duncan has played his entire professional career in just one team "San Antonio Spurs"; no doubt, he is the most important player in the team. Got four championships under his belt, he definitely made history and continues to do so.
Kevin Garnett
If you have him in the team you know who is going to score, one player that has the gift of defending like a wall and offending like a tank "Kevin Garnett" is a lethal weapon most enjoyed by the Minnesota Timberwolves for more than a decade. From only 29 wins in a season and failing to make the playoffs, Garnett helped the wolves move up the list.
Tracy Lamar McGrady, Jr.
Very few players get to play for positions front and back, yet do it beautifully. From dunking, shooting, blocking and everything else in between McGrady can do it all. Still proving himself in the court, this player has talent and is ready to write history soon.
Vincent Lamar "Vince" Carter
If you have ever heard of a real life superman than its got to be him, with amazing dunks in competitions or in matches, there is no one like him. This legend has made the books with inspiring dunks that seem impossible to the naked eye. If you are watching him dunk on youtube you will find yourself watching the same video several times to get to see what he's actually capable off.
Allen Ezail Iverson
He may seem tiny on the court with his compact body but his skills are far greater than any in the sport. Being the most wanted player a couple of times, he has proven his worth but his ball handling skills, speed and shooting is just perfection.
Yao Ming
When you are the tallest player in the whole of NBA then it is difficult for the spotlight to miss you. One international player that has made his name in the game is none other than the tower himself. Ming was selected by the Rockets as a center and that position he held well, until recently with several injuries had to throw in the towel. Even though his pro career did not last long enough it was still enough for him to make it as the best.
Reginald Wayne "Reggie" Miller
When you need long shots, then you know whom to call. Miller, the man who owned the 3-point line was incredible with his shooting skills, played his entire career for the pacers and now retired. This legend played some important games and scored the most valuable points.
Michael Jeffrey Jordan
If there is one man that can define and redefine basketball then there is no better person than Air Jordan himself. A magician on the court, credited with six championships and the most valuable player in all history, there is no comparison to MJ. From his 2-point line dunk to his buzzer beating winning shots, Jordan is the best there was, the best there is (even though retired) and the best there ever will be.
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