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Jun 16, 2015; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers center Tristan Thompson (13) dunks against Golden State Warriors guard Shaun Livingston (34) during the first quarter of game six of the NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports /

23. Tristan Thompson, RFA

One of the true heroes of the 2015 NBA Finals was Cleveland Cavaliers big man Tristan Thompson. His efforts didn’t result in victory, but he played at a high enough level for the Cavaliers to compete.

Thompson’s energy, effort and general tenacity could land him a long and lucrative contract offer.

Thompson’s lack of development offensively is concerning, but he’s only 24. He has a quality baby hook and provides a strong enough impact on the offensive glass to create his own looks.

Thompson’s market value has become a but inflated, but his impact on the Finals was seen by enough eyes to turn heads.

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