Swagger Like Us: 10 NBA Players Who Embody The Swagger Mentality

If Josh Smith's game were as refined as his swagger, then he would be a perennial all-star.

As this picture shows, Smith is cool enough to hold court with the king of swagger himself. To bad that same bravado doesn't translate on the court.

Or maybe it does, because nothing seems to make Smith feel better than posing for the camera, even if it's on a missed dunk.

I love the athleticism of Smith, and I love his energy, but until he pays as much time to his game as he does his image, then he's all swagger and no substance.

Shaq's game may have diminished but his persona continues to flourish. He is probably the coolest Seven-footer that we know.

His antics are legendary, and he has even tried his hand as a rapper, a venture I'm more than happy he ended.

It can't be denied that O'Neal has always had a smooth, laid back personality, and a sound-byte ready for anyone willing to listen.

One of his many monikers happens to be the "Big Smooth", and that pretty much sums it up.

Billups may not possess the same off court swagger as some of his compadres, but on the court it oozes out of his skin.

Chauncey is simply as smooth as they come, and that same confidence is apparent everytime he takes the court.

You can take the three C's, calm, cool, and collected and add Chauncey to it and you wouldn't miss a beat.

Billups lets his swagger shine on the hardwood and when in rhythm, he is one of the best there is.

Chris Paul is probably who most young point guards strive to emulate. Paul is one of the smoothest players with the ball in his hands, that this game has ever seen.

His whirling spins, sick cross-overs, and tear-drop shots leaves crowds gasping, and fans drooling.

Paul has an aura about him, and the color is the color of confidence. Paul feels he is the best point guard in the game, and his skills speak volumes.

Paul's cool confidence and swagger-endowed game makes him a must-see at every opportunity.

Brandon Roy's swagger is a little different, because he's not as vocal as some of the other members of this list, but it's refreshing because he lets his game speak for itself.

His quiet confidence is what carries the young Blazers, and for proof just look at how they defer to him.

Roy commands attention and he doesn't have to utter a word. The way his teammates rely on him in pressure situations is a sign of ultimate swag.

The NBA's resident golden boy is a connoisseur of the swagger movement. He hangs out with stars, he vogues for the cameras, and his on-court gesture suggest swagger unlimited.

James has the statistics, the skills and the game and if he could acquire some NBA hardware his swag meter would erupt through the stratosphere.

Right now he may just have to settle for the label of "King James", and for LeBron, that may suit him just fine.

Because if the Cavs opener is any indication, then James might not be acquiring that hardware anytime soon.

Paul Pierce's swagger was on full display in the Celtic's season opener against the Cavaliers.

He single-handedly put the game away in the fourth quarter with big shot after big shot. His confidence extends to the microphone, where he has repeatedly said that the Celtics are the team to beat.
He served notice to LeBron James that he wasn't the only star on the court Tuesday, as his ability took over, and his jump-shot sealed the game.

Although he would gladly tell you himself, I will say it for him. James may be the bigger talent, but on this night it was Pierce's swagger that reigned supreme.

It was almost as if he had never been gone. Gilbert Arenas put to rest the questions about his health, and served up a 29 point, swagger-laced gem.

Arenas refused to speak to the media afterwards, but he didn't have too, because he left his statements on the court.

After nearly two years away from the game Arenas strolled into Dallas and was the best player on the court.

I am one that doubted Arenas' ability to get back to where he was, and he has made a believer out of me. Touche

Early in his career, Dwayne Wade was content to keep quiet and stay out of the spotlight, but as his skills garnered recognition, the enormity of his game wouldn't allow it.

Seems like he may have took a few pointers from ex-teammate Shaquille O'Neal, because now his swag is on display for all to see.

You could almost witness the transformation from quiet and laid-back, to swagger with an attitude.

Wade has flourished in the sun of Miami, and his game and swagger rank among the league's best.

Kobe Bryant may be the living definition of extraordinary swag. Bryant exudes cool, and his confidence is off the charts.

Kobe knows he's the best and that is apparent in his gait, his glare, and his game.

He has the championships to back up his swagger, and has his Laker team poised on the brink of a repeat.

He has the knowledge that no conversation about the game's best is relevant without him, and he occupies the top of this list as the "King Of Swag".