The Top Overlooked Players of the 14-15 NBA Season

            

                         Written by Dylan Hunter Carter

The glitz and glam of the NBA’s superstars tend to overshadow the talent of other key players in the league. For each position there is an underdog who is overlooked regardless of their immense talent. These are the most underrated players for each position.

PG: Ty Lawson- Although the Denver Nuggets have fallen from their previous playoff caliber, the intense play of point guard Ty Lawson has remained uncontaminated by the team’s decline. Lawson finished in the top 5 leaders in assists with 9.6 assists per game to go with 15.2 PPG and 1.2 SPG. Standing at 5'11, Lawson continues to use his strong shooting stroke and masterful passing skills to lead the Nuggets. His quickness and crafty play can create match-up problems for any defense.

SG: Danny Green- Green continuously proves himself to be one of the best 3 point shooters in the league, yet he still doesn't get the recognition that he deserves. Green averages 11.7 PPG with 2.7 3PM per game and 4.2 RPG. While he is a clear threat on offense, his defense is easily overlooked. Green is widely considered an elite perimeter lock-down defender averaging 1.2 SPG and 1.1 BPG. While he may not seem like it, Green is both an offensive and defensive force to be reckoned with.

SF: Khris Middleton- After the injury to Jabari Parker early in the season, it became clear that the young core of Milwaukee needed to step up in order to succeed this season. Khris Middleton took the opportunity and ran with it. Middleton averaged 13.4 PPG along with 4.4 RPG and 1.5 SPG in the regular season and was a massive help to the Bucks in their unexpectedly successful regular season. Middleton has proved himself to be a fantastic asset with a bright future in the league. As a restricted free agent this offseason, Middleton may have played his way to a big payday for next season.

PF: Thaddeus Young- Between Minnesota and Brooklyn, Young has brought incredible hustle and athleticism to any team he plays for. Averaging 14.1 PPG, 5.7 RPG, and 1.6 SPG, Young has proven to be one of the best hustle players in the league. While it may not be statistically relevant, the hustle plays can alter the course of a game by saving plays, energizing a team, and disrupting entire teams on defense. Young was a fantastic addition to the Nets’ frontcourt.

C: Nikola Vucevic- Arguably, the most overlooked player in the NBA right now is Nikola Vucevic. The 24-year old center for the Orlando Magic averaged 19.3 points with a massive 10.9 RPG. In 74 games, Vucevic earned 45 Double-Doubles. Vucevic was also widely considered to be an All Star snub in the East. Whether off jump shots, post moves, or strong inside play, Vucevic is a rising talent with stardom in his future.

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