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De'Aaron Fox inked a five-year max contract extension worth $163 million this offseason and for good reason. He's improved every season he's been in the league by a lot. Fox averaged 11.6 points and 4.4 assists per game as a rookie. Those numbers increased to 17.3 and 7.3 in his second season, and 21.1 and 6.8 his third year as a pro.

Fox might be the fastest player in the NBA. He's one of the best athletes in the league and continues to improve his overall game. He belongs here.

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Trae Young is already one of the most lethal shooters in the NBA, but now his game is likely to take another leap as he's got a solidified supporting cast now. Between his playmaking, ball handling, and shooting ability it's impossible to name 10 point guards better than him.

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The youth movement is in full effect at the point guard position and the Memphis Grizzlies' Ja Morant is one of those making the most noise around the league. Ja is known for his inhuman leaping abilities but he's started to show more comfort in his jumpshot – whether it be on the move or in catch-and-shoot scenarios.

The kid has an incredible work ethic, and a personality that's sure to solidify him on this top-10 list in 2020-21.

"},{"title":"7. Jamal Murray - Denver Nuggets","image":"https://www.nbcsports.com/sites/rsnunited/files/slide/image/Jamal_Murray_USATSI_15308202_0.jpg","credit":"USA Today Sports Images","published":1608664967,"caption":"

Jamal Murray was already an incredible basketball player but his performance within the NBA Bubble really cemented his spot with the top talents the Association has to offer. He averaged 26.5 points and 6.6 assists in the 19 restart/postseason games he played last year, however his efficiency was the cherry on top. He shot 50.5% from the field and 45.3% from 3-point land.

"},{"title":"6. Kyrie Irving - Brooklyn Nets","image":"https://www.nbcsports.com/sites/rsnunited/files/slide/image/Kyrie_Irving_USATSI_15328124_0.jpg","credit":"USA Today Sports Images","published":1608665047,"caption":"

Whether you're a fan of his personal beliefs, or not, one thing that's undeniable is Irving's ability to play basketball. This year's Brooklyn team is the one to watch in the Eastern Conference as they're headlined by a healthy Irving and Kevin Durant.

While no longer the primary option on offense his numbers may dip just a tad, however he's still one of the best point guards to lace them up every night.

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There's a new backcourt in the nation's capital and all eyes are on Russell Wesbrook.

Westbrook, in a "down year," averaged 27.2 points, 7.9 rebounds, and 7.0 assists last season in Houston.

He's been a top-10 point guard for a very long time now, don't expect anything to change this season.

"},{"title":"4. Ben Simmons - Philadelphia 76ers","image":"https://www.nbcsports.com/sites/rsnunited/files/slide/image/Ben_Simmons_USATSI_14699419_0.jpg","credit":"USA Today Sports Images","published":1608665186,"caption":"

Ben Simmons has more shooters. That's scary. The 24-year-old unicorn has a new roster, and coach, to get acclimated with in Philadelphia. Last season, the 6-foot-10 guard averaged 16.4 points, 7.8 rebounds, 8.0 assists and led the league in steals with 2.1.

With new head coach, Doc Rivers and GM Daryl Morey seemingly 100% invested in making things work with Simmons and Joel Embiid, it's fair to believe Simmons will continue to set the league on fire (especially if he begins shooting from the perimeter with any sort of confidence).

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Steph Curry has been on the receiving end of a lot of doubt heading into this 2020-21 NBA season, mainly because he only played fives games last year due to a broken hand he suffered early on in the season.

However, it's not like Curry tore an achilles. The two-time MVP should be fresh and primed to carry a Golden State Warriors team that will be without Curry's backourt mate, Klay Thompson.

"},{"title":"2. Damian Lillard - Portland Trailblazers","image":"https://www.nbcsports.com/sites/rsnunited/files/slide/image/Damian_Lillard_USATSI_15312179_0.jpg","credit":"USA Today Sports Images","published":1608665335,"caption":"

"Logo Lillard" is what they call him. Damian has ascended to the top of the Association with his steady trend of superstar performances and loyalty to Portland.

During last year's season restart inside of the Disney Bubble, Lillard averaged 37.6 points on 49.7% overall shooting and 43.6% 3-point shooting in that time. He also turned his game up a notch last season, setting new career-highs in points, assists, 3-point percentage and made 3-pointers per game.

"},{"title":"1. Luka Doncic - Dallas Mavericks","image":"https://www.nbcsports.com/sites/rsnunited/files/slide/image/Luka_Doncic_USATSI_15332646_0.jpg","credit":"USA Today Sports Images","published":1608666283,"caption":"

Luka Doncic isn't just on the list of top-10 point guards, but top-10 players in the NBA as well. Last season, Doncic finished fourth in MVP voting all while shooting an underwhelming 31 percent from 3-point range, as well as 75 percent from the charity stripe.

Imagine the player Doncic could be this season if he took just a few small strides in his perimeter shooting. At 21-years-old he's already incredible.

"}]}

Top 10 point guards in the NBA right now