Whether it's from Michael Jordan to Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird/Magic Johnson to LeBron James, or Kevin Garnett to Anthony Davis, the torch is always changing hands.
The NBA is a constantly evolving beast, with new generations coming into the Association and looking to build upon the efforts of those who suited up before them. The current studs didn't live in a vacuum as they developed their skills; they watched the best of the best from the previous generations.
Heading into the 2015-16 campaign, small-ball lineups are gaining even more prominence. The last NBA Finals featured the Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors essentially benching Timofey Mozgov and Andrew Bogut, respectively, so they could put smaller, more effective combinations of players onto the floor.
Point guards are continuing to veer away from the traditional antiquated, limited definition of the position, while floor-stretching bigs take the league by storm, thanks to their ability to contribute in so many different ways. Changes litter the NBA's landscape, but they're still rooted in the unyielding evolution ...
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Article written by Adam Fromal