Paul George

The list of scorers capable of convincing Rudy Gobert — a four-time Defensive Player of the Year and one-time rejections leader — that a particular shot attempt is unblockable, remains one of incredibly few names. Possessing one of league history’s most fluid, intuitive playstyles, Paul George inscribed his arrival onto said exclusive list with signature craft on February 22, 2019. Searching his endless bag of tricks for a game-closing, double overtime dagger, George uses a pair of rapid between-the-leg dribbles to test Joe Ingles’ stance before retreating into a final maneuver with Ricky Rubio approaching. Smooth in his gather through a double team, the Oklahoma City Thunder star lets fly a high-arched, rainbow floater that sails through, electrifying the home crowd. Avenging a postseason loss from the year prior, George utilized every part of his revered repertoire during a 45-point, nine-rebound, seven-assist, one steal masterpiece, on eye-opening efficiency (17-of-31) and five 3-pointers in 50 minutes. The win over the Utah Jazz on February 22, 2019 moved the then-contending Thunder to 38-20, opening the post-All-Star break stretch in style.