<p>Some dare to say that the big man is a dying breed in today’s <strong>NBA. </strong>And, while that could be true to some extent, we just saw<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-3-players-who-could-save-joel-embiid-and-the-sixers-20220513-0011.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Joel Embiid</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nikola-jokics-youth-coach-was-afraid-bigger-players-would-hurt-him-20220510-0008.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nikola Jokic</a></strong> go toe-to-toe for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-joel-embiid-discusses-losing-the-mvp-race-again-20220511-0010.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>MVP</strong></a> award this season.</p>
<p>Even so, it seems like centers are the most disposableor expendable players nowadays. If not, why would webe hearing all those rumors around <strong>Anthony Davis or Rudy Gobert </strong>over the past couple of weeks?</p>
<p>With that in mind, there’s a big chance that some lesser, yet<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-trade-rumors-3-realistic-destinations-for-rudy-gobert-20220503-0008.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">impactful big men</a></strong> are also on the move ahead of next season. So here, we’ll share our predictions for<strong> three starting centers likely to be traded.</strong></p>
<h2>NBA Rumors: 3 Centers Who Could Swith Teams Next Season</h2>
<h3>3. Clint Capela</h3>
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<p>When healthy, <strong>Clint Capela</strong> has been a defensive force for the <strong>Atlanta Hawks</strong>. He’s a big offensive factor in the pick-and-roll and one of the best rim protectors in the league. Then again, the Hawks have been active in trade talks for nearly every star over the past couple of years.</p>
<p>Capela’s contract and impact make him a valuable trade asset for salary-matching purposes. Moreover, <strong>Onyeka Okongwu</strong> looks promising and ready to embrace a bigger role on a team-friendly deal.</p>
<h3>2. Deandre Ayton</h3>
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<p><strong>Deandre Ayton</strong> and the <strong>Phoenix Suns</strong> could never reach an agreement over an extension. He doesn’t feel valued in the desert, and his frustration was evident in Game 7 against the <strong>Dallas Mavericks</strong>, as he barely played.</p>
<p>Ayton believes he’s a max player and wants to be paid as such. And while some teams could be on the fence about signing him to a huge deal, the Suns might be forced to either let him go or work on a sign-and-trade. He’s <strong>a restricted free agent</strong>, so they could still bring him back if they choose to.</p>
<h3>1. Nikola Vucevic</h3>
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<p><strong>Nikola Vucevic</strong> was solid in his first half-season with the <strong>Chicago Bulls </strong>but not so much in the encore. While he’s a versatile scorer and solid rebounder, his defense is subpar, and his fit next to<strong> Zach LaVine</strong> and<strong> DeMar DeRozan</strong> is somewhat questionable.</p>
<p><strong>Arturas Karnisovas</strong> is aggressive and won’t hesitate to pull the trigger if he finds a suitable deal, even if he’s one of DeRozan’s best friends going back to college. The Bulls need a defensive-minded PF/C and/or draft picks. So,don’t be shocked if they move on from Vucif they can get any of those things.</p>

NBA Rumors: Deandre Ayton and 3 bigs that could change teams next season

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<p>Well, that’s a wrap, folks. The exciting<strong>2020/21<a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> NBA </a>regular season </strong>is already in the history books. The reigning champions<strong> <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/los-angeles-lakers-t101482" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Los Angeles Lakers</a> </strong>will have a tough time going back to the Finals, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/philadelphia-76ers-t102083" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><strong>Philadelphia 76ers</strong></a> are legit contenders, and the<strong> <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/sacramento-kings-t100706" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sacramento Kings</a></strong> tied a historically poor streak of 15 years without making the playoffs.</p>
<p>These are just two of the biggest takeaways from the regular season. But, with the playoffs right around the corner, we’ve yet to see<strong> the best basketball of the year</strong>, and we couldn’t be more excited about that.</p>
<p>We witnessed some incredible performances this season. From <strong><a href="https://us.bolavip.com/golden-state-warriors-t101550" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Stephen Curry’s</a> 62-point explosion to Russell Westbrook’s 21 rebounds and 24 assists, </strong>this was a season for the ages. For that, we’ll present you with the league leaders in every major stat this season.</p>
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<h2>NBA League Leaders In Every Category For The 2020/21 Season</h2>
<h3>Blocks Per Game: Rudy Gobert (2.7)</h3>
<p>Runner-up: Nerlens Noel (2.2)</p>
<h3>Steals Per Game: Jimmy Butler (2.1)</h3>
<p>Runner-up: TJ McConnell (1.9)</p>
<h3>Rebounds Per Game: Clint Capela (14.3)</h3>
<p>Runner-up: Rudy Gobert (13.5)</p>
<h3>Assists Per Game: Russell Westbrook (11.5)</h3>
<p>Runner-up: Trae Young (9.4)</p>
<h3>Three-Pointers Per Game: Stephen Curry (5.3)</h3>
<p>Runner-up: Damian Lillard (4.1)</p>
<h3>Points Per Game: Stephen Curry (32.0)</h3>
<p>Runner-up: Bradley Beal (31.3)</p>
<h3>Triple-Doubles: Russell Westbrook (38)</h3>
<p>Runner-up: Nikola Jokic (16)</p>
<p>There’s no doubt that we had a season for the ages, and even though it was <strong>10 games shorter</strong> than usual, several players still managed to impose records such as the most triple-doubles all time, the most three-pointers per game in a season, and many more.</p>
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<p>The playoffs are just around the corner and that only means that the best is yet to come, so even if your team didn’t make the cut, there are plenty of reasons to continue following <strong>the best league on the planet.</strong></p>

The league leaders in every stat for the 2020/21 NBA season

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<p>It’s not a secret that the <strong><a href="https://us.bolavip.com/nba-t19117" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NBA</a> </strong>is conformed 90% by American players. They have the biggest exposure since their high school days and the <strong>NCAA</strong> system allows them to be right here in the eyes of scouts.</p>
<p>However, there have been multiple foreign legends of the game who paved the way for many more to come. <strong>Dirk Nowitzki, Pau Gasol, and Tony Parke</strong>r are just a few of the names that come to mind.</p>
<p>Then again, there have been several other players that even played for Team USA despite not being born in America, or that spent most of their lives in the U.S but weren’t born onAmerican soil. That’s why today, we’re going to let you know about <strong>5 NBA players you may have not known that were born overseas.</strong></p>
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<h2>Clint Capela</h2>
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<p><strong>Clint Capela </strong>has made a name for himself for his rim-running, rim-protection, and rebounding skills. Originally drafted by the <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/houston-rockets-t102082" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Houston Rockets</a>, he’s now one of the biggest factors for the <a href="https://us.bolavip.com/atlanta%C2%A0hawks-t101420" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Atlanta Hawks.</a></p>
<p>What most people don’t know is that the big man wasn’t actually born in the United States. In fact, he didn’t even attend college, as he was born and raised in <strong>Switzerland</strong>. He’s the highest-earning team athlete in his nation’s history.</p>
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<h2>Reggie Jackson</h2>
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<p>A couple of years ago, it seemed like <strong>Reggie Jackson</strong> was poised to break out and become one of the best scoring guards in the league. Those days have passed but he’s still having a big role off the bench for the Los Angeles Clippers.</p>
<p>With that name, you’d assume that he was born in the United States, but that’s not true. He was actually born in Pordenone,<strong> Italy, </strong>as his fathers were American soldiers deployed on Italian soil when he was born.</p>
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<h2><strong>Patrick Ewing</strong></h2>
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<p>Most people consider <strong>Patrick Ewing </strong>as the greatest player in New York Knicks history and I won’t be the one to disagree. He was one of the most dominant rebounders and post scorers of his time, even representing Team USA.</p>
<p>But, crazy as it may seem, Ewing wasn’t even an American, at least not from the States. The legend out of Georgetown was actually born in <strong>Jamaica</strong>, and his son used to play for the Jamaican national team.</p>
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<h2><strong>Steve Kerr</strong></h2>
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<p>Wait, what? How come <strong>Steve Kerr</strong> isn’t American? With that name, and having attended an NCAA program, how on earth the legendary three-point shooter, 8-time NBA Champion wasn’t born on U.S soil?</p>
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<p>Well, believe it or not, Steve Kerr was actually born in<strong>Lebanon, </strong>where his father was a college teacher. Sadly, he was assassinated by extremists while Steve was back home in the United States.</p>
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<h2>Kyrie Irving</h2>
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<p>And last, but not least, we find perhaps the most surprising player on this list. Yes, believe it or not, <strong>Kyrie Irving </strong>wasn’t born in the United States. As a matter of fact, he was born in Melbourne, Australia.</p>
<p>Irving became infamous for his thoughts on the earth being flat, but he should know better, as he had to make a huge trip when he was a kid. He’s played for the United States and was even named MVP of the <strong>FIBA World Cup </strong>in 2014.</p>
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NBA players you didn't know weren't born in the U.S

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