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2014-15 All-NBA Under 25 Team

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There is a slew of young talent emerging in the NBA and we would like to take time out to recognize these future stars with an Under 25 All-NBA Team. Being a young player in the NBA is no easy task but these players have proven that they can play ball with the best of them. PG Kyrie Irving Cleveland Cavaliers (23 years old) 21.7 ppg 5.1 apg 3.1 rpg - Irving is quickly emerging as a top 5 point guard in this league. Making his 3rd All-Star appearance in his 4th season, Kyrie has shown elite ball handling, a consistent  jumper and has became one of the best finishers at the rim in the league. Two 50 point games this season proves that Kyrie is aiming to be the best point guard in the league for years to come. courtesy of zimbio.com SG Victor Oladipo Orlando Magic (23 years old) 17.9 ppg 4.1 apg 4.2 rpg - Victor Oladipo has become a leader on the floor for this young Orlando Magic team. From shooting percentage to assist per game, every statistical category has improved f...

Trell's 5 BOLD Predictions for the 2014-15 NBA Season

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Football is upon us but it's never a bad time to talk NBA hoops. A lot has change in the NBA since the Spurs won the title in June over the Miami Heat. LeBron's return to Cleveland, Carmelo staying in NYC and a host of other off season moves have most NBA teams feeling good about their chances to make a title run. Things can change between now and the tip-off of a new season but here are my five predictions that most NBA fans will not see coming. 1 . The Raptors will make the Eastern Conference Final The Toronto Raptors are coming off a surprising season finishing 3rd in the East with a 48-34 record. Despite getting knocked out in the 1st round by the more experienced Brooklyn Nets in 7 games, the Raptors have been quiet but very productive this off season. Resigning "boarder line all-star" Kyle Lowry was top priority for the Raptors who will also have the services of all-star and FIBA World Cup participate DeMar DeRozen. To boost their depth in the backcourt ...