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NBA player rankings: Top 100 NBA players as of 2023 playoffs

By Christopher Kline

PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 25: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers in action against Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics at the Wells Fargo Center on February 25, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 110-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PA - FEBRUARY 25: Joel Embiid #21 of the Philadelphia 76ers in action against Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics at the Wells Fargo Center on February 25, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Celtics defeated the 76ers 110-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) /
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Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports
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25. player. 156. . G. Cleveland Cavaliers. Darius Garland

Darius Garland has been prodigiously efficient as Cleveland’s lead ball-handler and second-leading scorer. Cleveland, by record, was a top-4 team in the NBA this season. Garland looks the part of an elite offensive generator for the next decade and a many-time All-Star.

G. Boston Celtics. Jaylen Brown. 24. player. 18.

Not many players are better at slashing to the rim and attacking the defense downhill than Jaylen Brown. He’s a superb athlete and incredible shot-maker. And, he still has room to grow when it comes to creating for others. Even if he doesn’t take that next step, though, Brown is one of the best No. 2 options in the NBA and a true two-way star.

100. . G. Indiana Pacers. Tyrese Haliburton. 23. player

Tyrese Haliburton was second in assists per game in his first full season with Indy. He has improved drastically as a scorer and defender too. His efficient scoring profile and singular ability to elevate teammates should mean Haliburton is leading a contender sooner than later. Indiana has good pieces around him and Haliburton very much feels like the heir apparent to the “Point God” label.

C. Miami Heat. Bam Adebayo. 22. player. 110.

Maybe the best defensive weapon in the NBA when push comes to shove. Bam can comfortably guard all five positions, he displays tremendous instincts as a rim protector, and we have strong evidence of his two-way skill set translating to the playoffs at the highest level. He has also progressed into a genuine offensive hub for Miami.

125. . G. Atlanta Hawks. Trae Young. 21. player

Trae Young has justifiably drawn a lot of criticism for his poor defense and the generally awful state of affairs in Atlanta. But, there just aren’t many players generating offense — individually and for teammates — at Young’s level. He’s a one-man points machine, blitzing drop coverage in the pick-and-roll or beating switches with his twitchy handles and dynamic shot-making.