Warriors forward Draymond Green was very important in that Finals series and the entire 2022 playoffs. Often tasked with some of the most challenging defensive responsibilities, Green stepped up in a big way that postseason.

Before Tatum was selected with the No. 3 pick in the 2017 NBA draft, many expected the Celtics, who initially had the No. 1 pick, to go with Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz. However, Boston elected to trade back two spots to grab the Duke product, allowing the Philadelphia 76ers to get Fultz.