Ranking the Top 5 Most High-Risk, High-Reward NBA Players

May 12, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) prepares to dribble the ball against the San Antonio Spurs in overtime in game four of the second round of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Spurs 97-87 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

Sometimes, the NBA is all about a good gamble. Whether it’s a new lineup for the last possession, a trade or a questionable adjustment, it all boils down to a high risk players.  There are plenty of those in the league.  However, sometimes those players make it all worth it.  Some of them, meanwhile, are liable to put your team on their back as easily as they can sink it.

Let’s take a look at five of the top high-risk high-reward players in the NBA.