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Ranking the top 50 NBA players of the 2021-22 season: 10-1

By Corey Rausch

PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 04: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts against the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter during the preseason game at Moda Center on October 04, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)
PORTLAND, OREGON - OCTOBER 04: Damian Lillard #0 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts against the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter during the preseason game at Moda Center on October 04, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images) /
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Top 50 NBA players ranked: 4. Stephen Curry

Previous Rank: 3

Just in case you forgot just who Stephen Curry was after a year that was lost due to injuries, last season’s tour de force was the perfect reminder. The Golden State Warriors were unable to finish off the deal by making It back to the postseason. Ultimately the growing pains of James Wiseman combined with the massive, Klay Thompson-sized hole in the roster was too much for Curry, Draymond Green and company to overcome.

This season, the roster is more prepared to compliment the reigning scoring champion. Curry achieved that honor for the first time in his career last season, averaging 32.0 points per game. He added in 5.8 assists, 5.5 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game. He had a season-high 62 points, plus two more 50 plus point games and eight more 40 plus point games. He was a dynamo and now will lift the rest of the players around him.

This season is about Curry bringing the Warriors back to a prominent place in the league. Jordan Poole has taken a step forward and should explode this season. The young core is beginning to become an impressive factor in the future. Green remains the driving defensive force and one of the best passing big men today. Thompson will be back at some point. Ultimately, it all boils down to the former unanimous MVP.