2016 NBA Playoffs: All-First Round Team
DeAndre Jordan, Los Angeles Clippers
The Clippers took a huge gut punch when they lost Chris Paul and Blake Griffin for the series. Jordan was able to average 12.7 points and a playoff career-high 16.3 rebounds over the six-game series against Portland.
Jordan posted 12, 18, 16, 15, 17 and 20 rebounds over the course of the series. He also blocked 16 shots throughout the series.
However, he really struggled at the free throw line, as per usual.
It’s a shame his All-Star teammates had to miss the final three games of the series.
Other Notable Centers
Enes Kanter, Oklahoma City Thunder: Kanter averaged 15.2 points and 7.0 rebounds per game on 70.7 percent shooting in just 20.4 minutes a game for the Thunder. He’ll be called on against the Spurs off the bench and looks to make that contract look like a smart investment.
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Jonas Valanciunas, Toronto Raptors: The former fifth overall pick has held up his end of the bargain down low for the Raptors. He’s averaged 14.2 points and 11.3 rebounds through the first six games against the Pacers.