Oct 21, 2014; Anaheim, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant (24) shoots over Phoenix Suns forward Marcus Morris (15) during overtime at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Kobe Bryant
Kobe Bryant may not have the speed he once had in his career, but he has shown that his offensive IQ and mid-range game will be the foundation of his offensive repetoire this upcoming season. He looks like the best shooter from mid-range. He can pull up, fade, and spot up with equal effectiveness. Defensively, he’s making up lateral quickness with quick hands. Sometimes it draws cheap fouls, but his defensive IQ in terms of positioning and motor help him greatly.
Oh, and he’s still clutch, even if it is the preseason.