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REGGIE JACKSON, G, OKLAHOMA CITY: OKC is pushing for the NBA’s best record and Jackson’s emergence is a big reason. He is playing so well, many believe the Thunder are better than with James Harden as sixth man. His role is growing, averaging 14.5 points in December. |
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MANU GINOBILI, G, SAN ANTONIO: His PER is still better than Tony Parker’s and he averaged 17 points last week. He’s also averaging close to eight assists per 40 minutes – quality starting point guard territory. | 2 |
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MO WILLIAMS, G, PORTLAND: Williams averages 10 points in wins and only 5.6 points in losses. Although he leads all bench players with 4.5 assists per game, it’s clear his scoring is important to the success of the league-leading Trail Blazers. |
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JAMAL CRAWFORD, G, LA CLIPPERS: Moved into the starting lineup as J.J. Redick continues to rehab, and the Clippers are 5-2 since with two last-second losses. J-Crossover averaged 23 points on 40 percent from deep last week and has regained his groove. |
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NICK YOUNG, G, LA LAKERS: Young’s fans will be rewarded with an upcoming feature. Swaggy P leads all bench players with 17.3 points and has shown drastic improvement on defense. Averaging close to 20 points in December and is setting himself up for a nice payday in July. | 5 |
DROPOUTS: None.
FIVE TO WATCH: Tyreke Evans, G, New Orleans; Markieff Morris, F, Phoenix; Alec Burks, G, Utah; Rodney Stuckey, G, Detroit; Dion Waiters, G, Cleveland.
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Jacob Eisenberg is a student at Emory University and covers the NBA for SheridanHoops.com. Check out his website and click here to follow him on Twitter.
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Michael Jackson is the king. When i listen his songs i feel like he is still alive. For sure one of the best pop music celebrities ever!