Who Is The Best NBA Player Right Now?
We’re taking a look at the top contenders for the title of best NBA player right now. Who do you think deserves the title?
LeBron James
LeBron James is widely regarded as the best basketball player in the world and has been for some time. He is a physical freak who stands 6’8″ and weighs 250 pounds, yet has the speed, agility and court vision of a guard. He is virtually unstoppable when he drives to the basket and can shoot from anywhere on the court. He is also an excellent passer and a ferocious rebounder. In short, LeBron James is the complete package and is currently playing at the peak of his powers.
Kawhi Leonard
Kawhi Leonard is currently the best player in the NBA. He is a dominant force on both ends of the court and has helped lead the Toronto Raptors to an NBA Championship. Leonard is a two-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year and is a five-time All-Star. He is also a two-time All-NBA First Team selection. Leonard is one of the most complete players in the NBA and is currently in his prime.
Giannis Antetokounmpo
There is no clear-cut answer to this question as it is highly subjective. However, Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks is widely considered to be one of the best players in the NBA right now. He is an incredible all-around player, and has led the Bucks to the best record in the league this season. Other players who are also in the conversation for best player in the NBA right now include Anthony Davis of the Los Angeles Lakers, Kawhi Leonard of the Los Angeles Clippers, and LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers.
Anthony Davis
Anthony Davis is an American professional basketball player for the Los Angeles Lakers of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is a 6-time NBA All-Star and the 2-time NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Davis was drafted 1st overall in the 2012 NBA draft by the New Orleans Pelicans and is widely considered one of the best players in the league.
Russell Westbrook
Russell Westbrook is an American professional basketball player for the Oklahoma City Thunder of the National Basketball Association (NBA). He is a nine-time NBA All-Star and earned the NBA Most Valuable Player Award for the 2016–17 season. He is also a two-timeNBA All-Star Game Most Valuable Player and won back-to-back Olympic gold medals as a member of the United States national team.
