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NBA Preseason: Ranking the Top 10 players in 2016-2017

By Tyler Dencker

Mar 29, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez (11) drives to the basket as Orlando Magic forward Jason Smith (14) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Mar 29, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez (11) drives to the basket as Orlando Magic forward Jason Smith (14) defends during the first quarter at Amway Center. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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  1. Chris Paul, PG, Los Angeles Clippers 
April 12, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) controls the ball against Memphis Grizzlies guard Jordan Farmar (4) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
April 12, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Chris Paul (3) controls the ball against Memphis Grizzlies guard Jordan Farmar (4) during the first half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports /

After a season that was cut short due to injury, Paul is ready to bring the Clippers back in the West. 

Paul has been the definition of a true point-guard throughout his whole career. He has averaged a double-double (in points and assists) six times in his 11 season career, including the past three seasons in a row. Further, he’s been selected to the All-Star team nine years in a row.

Paul boasts a career that includes eight All-NBA team selections (four First Team), and eight NBA-All Defensive Team selections (six First Team). He’s led the league in assists four teams and led the league in steals six times.

Last season, Paul led the Clippers to a 4th seed in the West, but suffered an injury in Game 4 of the first round. Teammate and fellow superstar Blake Griffin was also injured. This year, Paul will look to continue his impressive career and better that result from last year.

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