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Kansas’s Darryn Peterson is the early leader for the No. 1 pick even without playing an anticipated matchup against Duke’s Cameron Boozer.
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NBA 100

LeBron James remains in elite territory and the arguments for the top three spots could get spicier this season.
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Also, see where veterans like Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, Kawhi Leonard and Stephen Curry land just outside of the top 10.
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Veterans like Bradley Beal, CJ McCollum, Jrue Holiday and Klay Thompson still bring a lot of value, while younger players like Dyson Daniels and Brandon Miller have room to grow.
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Rick Carlisle has shifted into the next phase of his career putting him at the top of the list, while champions round out the best of the best.
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A generational talent in Cooper Flagg tops the list, but rare and elite talent enters the league right behind him.
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The third-year star is ready to build off his stellar first two seasons and carry the Spurs into their next era of sustained success.
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BETTING

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for the NBA action on Wednesday, Nov. 19.
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