It’s already been three months since the new NBA season began, and the final games are just around the corner. This means that many people are eager to see which team will be the best one this April. This information can be useful in predicting the winning team, but it can also serve as a heads up for all the NBA fans who want to know which games will be the most thrilling to watch. Therefore, in this article, we’ll cover the best NBA players that you need to know of as we enter 2022.
Kevin Durant
After Kevin Durant got a heel injury in 2019, no one could have guessed that he would recover so quickly as to become the best player in the NBA. When the injury happened Kevin played for the Golden State Warriors where he became a gifted defender. But it wasn’t until he started playing for the Nets that his true potential came to light.
Giannis Antetokounmpo
Giannis Antetokounmpo was the only player next to LeBron James and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to win two MVPs before the age of 26. He managed to do it in 2019 and 2020. This Greek player managed to become one of the best players in the NBA with the Milwaukee Bucks. The “Greek Freak” got his famous nickname due to his amazing ball-handling skills, speed, and his height.
LeBron James
If you’ve heard of the NBA then you’ve heard of LeBron James. LeBron managed to grab four NBA championships. In 2012 and 2013 won NBA championships with Miami Heat, then again in 2016 with Cleveland Cavaliers, and lastly in 2020 with LA Lakers. This player doesn’t need any introduction, and the team where he plays will always be one of the favorites. And luckily for Lakers fans, he still wears purple and yellow colors.
Stephen Curry
After breaking Ray Allen’s record, Stephen Curry officially became the best shooter of all time. The Golden State Warrior’s secret weapon is clearly headed towards a possible MVP title, and it’s one player that shouldn’t be overlooked in 2022.
James Harden
Even though Harden ended his nine-year Houston career, his scoring record will always remind Rocket fans of the good old days. His days at Brooklyn Nets as point guard are already showing great results, but his hamstring issue might prevent him from showing his true potential.
Nikola Jokic
Nikola Jokis was the crucial player for bringing Denver to the Western Conference Finals. But it was his amazing skills that brought him the MVP title. And it wasn’t just his shooting, guarding, or passing skill, but the combination of all three that made Jokic into NBA’s Most Valuable Player of the year. And now, all eyes are on him once again, as Nuggets fans expect him to bring them to the finals once again.