Putting a Face With the Game: The NBA's Five Most Underrated Players

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CLEVELAND - MAY 20: Delonte West #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers gestures after making a basket against the Orlando Magic in Game One of the Eastern Conference Finals during the 2009 Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on May 20, 2009 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE

These are NBA players who are overshadowed by their superstar teammates and just don't get the credit they deserve.

They make big contributions to their team. The reason for the lack of attention could be that their team is so bad that they never get be on TV.

But they should get some form of appreciation for playing well,, even while many criticize that they are past their prime or cannot be a star.

Delonte West

CLEVELAND - MAY 20:  Delonte West #13 of the Cleveland Cavaliers brings the ball up court against the Orlando Magic in Game One of the Eastern Conference Finals during the 2009 Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena on May 20, 2009 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO US

He is perhaps the most underrated point guard/shooting guard in the NBA. West plays fantastic near the rim, a rarity for a point guard his size. He is also an decent ball handler and three—point shooter.

At just 25 years old, the sky is the limit for West. However, he is overshadowed by fan favorite and superstar Chris Paul, and his own teammate Lebron James.

Kendrick Perkins

BOSTON - MAY 02:  Kendrick Perkins #43 of the Boston Celtics  celebrates after he drew the foul in the first half against the Chicago Bulls in Game Seven of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals during the 2009 NBA Playoffs at TD Banknorth Garden on May 2,

most likely the best defense center in the NBA today. his defense on Dwight Howard in the Celtics-magic series was phenomenal.and yet he may have limited minutes now because Sheed came into the mix and a healthy KG is on the horizon.i still believe Perkins can prove himself this up coming season

Kevin Durant

OKLAHOMA CITY - OCTOBER 29:  Kevin Durant #35 of the Oklahoma City Thunder walks up court during the game against the Milwaukee Bucks at the Ford Center on October 29, 2008 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Bucks won 98-87.  NOTE TO USER: User expressly ack

This young superstar has averaged 25 points per game for a Oklahoma city team that is only gonna get better. but again being on a small market team is not showcasing Durant's skills. I dare say he could possibly be the next Kobe Bryant if he keeps playing the way he has.

Hedo Turkoglu

ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 14:  Hedo Turkoglu #15 of the Orlando Magic talks with referee Dan Crawford #43 during Game Five of the 2009 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers on June 14, 2009 at Amway Arena in Orlando, Florida. The Lakers won 99-86. NOTE TO US

Hedo is a great playmaker who can create his own shot when the offense crumbles. can do a little bit of everything on the court. definitely not given the credit he deserves overshadowed by Dwight Howard.

Courtney Lee

ORLANDO, FL - JUNE 14:  Courtney Lee #11 of the Orlando Magic walks down the court during Game Five of the 2009 NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers on June 14, 2009 at Amway Arena in Orlando, Florida. The Lakers won 99-86. NOTE TO USER:  User expres

This guy was sensational in the playoffs and NBA finals.i'll bet no one remembers he dunked on King James.Lee had all star potential but like his teammate Turkoglu he can't seem to get the spotlight. and what do the Magic do to reward Lee for his great playing? send him in a package to the New jersey nets for the Extremely OVERRATED Vince Carter.

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