OTRBasketball Top 50: 31-40

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Averages through April 5: 17.9 PPG on 44.0 percent FG, 5.7 RPG, 2.6 APG in 36.3 minutes
Average Ranking: 38.92

Lewis, like Hedo, excels in Orlando's system. However, Rashard is in an even better position: Orlando's defense creates shots for him, while other teams find it frustrating to defend a team like the Magic back down the court.

Additionally, a low-post threat such as Howard gives Lewis more room to work, to create his own shot against his opponent or to hit a three on a catch-and-shoot. Shard's rebounding doesn't leave much to be desired in relation to his size, but his defense has been improving since signing with Orlando.

36. Jason Kidd, Dallas Mavericks, G (profile)

Averages through April 5: 9.2 PPG on 42.3 percent FG, 6.1 RPG, 8.6 APG in 35.6 minutes
Average Ranking: 37.08

The triple-double machine is still creating for teammates, and Kidd doesn't look like he'll stop anytime soon. For a point guard, Kidd's rebounding is off the charts, and his defensive skill level is still among the top of a list of guards when he's not focused completely on offense.

The Mavericks aren't the same 55-60 win team since getting Kidd, but the sudden decline of Josh Howard could be the biggest reason for that.  Kidd's only problem is his shooting percentage, and he only takes around eight shots per game.

35. Vince Carter, New Jersey Nets, G (profile)

Averages through April 5: 20.8 PPG on 43.6 FG, 5.1 RPG, 4.6 APG in 36.8 minutes
Average Ranking: 36.77

Following former Hawks superstar Dominique Wilkins as the NBA's human highlight reel, Vince Carter is still providing ESPN with 360 layups and spectacular dunks, but with declining numbers. Vince hasn't averaged 20 points per game since 2003. His overall shooting percentage has dropped as well.

Despite the troubles, Vince is shooting better from downtown and has been clutch for the Nets this season. If defense was a part of Vince's game, he would possibly make our next list of ten.

34. Michael Redd, Milwaukee Bucks, G (profile)

Averages through April 5: 21.2 PPG on 45.5 percent FG, 3.2 RPG, 2.7 APG in 36.5 minutes
Average Ranking: 36.46

The Milwaukee Bucks are pushing to make the playoffs this season, and even though Redd has been plagued with an injury during the most important time of the year, it shouldn't hurt his value one bit. Redd is still a threat from beyond the arc, as well as a player that can give you 30 on any given night.

Michael doesn't seem like the player he was in 2004, when he earned his spot on the Eastern Conference All-Star team, and his defense and passing ability will always be criticized, but Redd's offensive production will always be appreciated.

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