Top 100 NBA players: Updated rankings for 2023
41. . F. Golden State Warriors. Andrew Wiggins. 50. player
Andrew Wiggins’ transformation from empty calories chucker to refined, hyper-efficient role player is nothing short of remarkable. He’s suddenly an elite spot-up shooter, a selfless team player within the framework of Golden State’s offense, and to put a cherry on top, he’s a flat-out elite wing defender.
66. . F. Phoenix Suns. Mikal Bridges. 49. player
Mikal Bridges, runner-up in the DPOY race last season, continues to provide the Suns with a nightly answer to the league’s most dynamic shot creators. He’s also making the leap offensively, sprinkling in more drives to the rim and finding new ways to punish errant closeouts.
C. Phoenix Suns. Deandre Ayton. 48. player. 66.
A hulking presence in the middle, Deandre Ayton has the offensive skill to contribute in a variety of ways depending on the personnel available to Phoenix. He can fulfill the simple rim-runner role, or he can improvise and use his massive frame to carve out scoring opportunities on his own terms in the post. Add in elite rim protection, and you have one of the best young bigs in the NBA.
player. 34. . G. Portland Trail Blazers. Anfernee Simons. 47
Anfernee Simons has blown high expectations out of the water. He looks great as Damian Lillard’s No. 2 — any concerns about replacing CJ McCollum are out the window, Simons is better. His explosiveness attacking downhill, combined with deadly movement shooting and burgeoning playmaking skills, make Portland one of the most compelling offensive teams in the NBA when healthy.
player. 211. . F. Memphis Grizzlies. Jaren Jackson Jr.. 46
If he can stay healthy, Jaren Jackson Jr. might run away with DPOY by season’s end. His shot-blocking instincts are off the charts and he continues to open up the floor offensively with his deep-range 3s. The Grizzlies’ hopes of contending hinge significantly upon Jackson’s ability to anchor the defense in the postseason, and he seems up to the task.