NBA Player Rankings: 10 Best Finishers In the League
By Mike Dill
April 28, 2013; Oakland, CA, USA; Denver Nuggets shooting guard Andre Iguodala (9) dunks against the Golden State Warriors during the first quarter in game four of the first round of the 2013 NBA playoffs at Oracle Arena. The Warriors defeated the Nuggets 115-101. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Teams are shooting three-pointers more than ever nowadays – the allure of that extra point is tempting. Inside the three-point line, the layup – or dunk – is king. Players who can get to and finish at the rim are always going to make a team better.
When a seven-footer is waiting in the paint, players need to have strength, explosiveness, and a soft touch. Being able to fight through contact and hit the free throws is also important. Here are the top 10 finishers in the NBA.