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8 NBA Pairs Most Likely To Go To Playoffs In A One-On-One League

The best driveway basketball ever.

Sydney Beafore
Jun 26, 2017
West Virginia University
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8 NBA Pairs Most Likely To Go To Playoffs In A One-On-One League
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Everyone grew up playing one-on-one in the driveway. but not everybody can be 6'10" with a 7'4" wingspan. Only the best of the best make the NBA but these guys would dominate in any driveway.

1. 1 Seed LeBron James v.16 Seed Gordon Hayward

LeBron is the most dominant player of the modern era and a consensus top-five player of all time. Hayward is an all star player but he doesn't have the size or skill to compete with LeBron. Score: 21-8 LBJ

2. 2 Seed Kevin Durant v. 15 Seed Damian Lillard

Coming off his first championship, KD has never looked more unstoppable. At nearly 7 feet tall with point guard handles and an improved defensive game, "Dame Dolla" stands no chance. Score: 21-6 KD

3. 3 Seed Kawhi Leonard v. 14 Seed John Wall

With Kawhi the Spurs would've had a good chance to beat the super team known as the Golden State Warriors. Kawhi locks down anyone in the league even players with the dynamic speed of Wall. Score: 21-16 Kawhi

4. 4 Seed Russell Westbrook v. 13 Seed Isaiah Thomas

Westbrook may be the most athletic point guard in the history of the NBA. Isaiah size doesn't help him on defense but a solid midrange and three-point shot keep it close until the athleticism and strength of Westbrook take over. Score: 21-15 Russ

5. 5 Seed James Harden v. 12 Seed Carmelo Anthony

This may be the most intriguing game of all. Both Harden and Melo are great isolation players but both have been heavily criticized for their lack of defense. This game could last for hours. The first one to fall loses. Score: 27-25 Harden

6. 6 Seed Kyrie Irving v. 11 Seed Paul George

Kyrie has the most mesmerizing handles I've ever seen. His game is built from the streets, Uncle Drew is straight filthy and, as good as PG13 is, he isn't on the same level. Score: 21-16 Kyrie

7. 7 Seed Steph Curry v. 10 Seed Jimmy Butler

Curry is simply the greatest shooter the world has every seen. His shoes may not be something to marvel over but his offensive game is undeniable. Jimmy Butler is one of the best two-way players in the league. He has a great midrange game and is strong enough to finish around the rim. In the first upset, I'm taking Jimmy Butler in a tight one. Watch team USA's one-on-one drills from the 2016 Olympics and you'll understand. Score: 21-19 Butler

8. 8 Seed Giannis Add to dictionary v. 9 Seed Anthony Davis

The Greek Freak is a crazy combination of speed, size, length, and athleticism. However, Anthony Davis is one of the most versatile big men in the game. The Brow's offensive game is more developed than the Greek Freak's. Turn around and pull up J's give this battle of size and length to Davis. Score: 21-18 Davis

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