LeBron James and the NBA's 10 Biggest Main Attractions

The NBA is a star driven league and the players are more of a main attraction than the actual teams.

Some teams still have the allure of greatness like the Lakers and Celtics but most teams survive off of their superstar, just ask Cleveland.

When teams try to sell tickets, they don’t highlight a team’s assets; they showcase the top talent players on the teams that people know. That’s what gets people in the seats.

The Following list is of the top 10 ‘Main Attractions’ in the NBA right now.

10. Blake Griffin

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Blake Griffin has become a big time showstopper in the city of Los Angeles this season.

While the Clippers are still struggling, Griffin gives the fans of the team something to cheer about and fans of other teams something to watch when the Clippers come to town.

Griffin is average 22.7 points per game and 12.7 rebounds per game, which lead all rookies.  He is also second in dunks to Dwight Howard.

9. Dirk Nowitzki

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The Dallas Mavericks have been struck by the injury bug hard this season and a big reason they are still in contention is Dirk Nowitzki.

Nowitzki is a bona fide star in the NBA because of his clutch scoring touch and his willingness to do whatever it takes to win for his team.

While the success of the regular season hasn’t carried over into the playoffs, Nowitzki is still a big deal.  He averages 22.6 points and almost seven rebounds per game.

8. Amar'e Stoudemire

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NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 09: Amar'e Stoudemire #1 of the New York Knicks on the court against the Los Angeles Clippers at Madison Square Garden on February 9, 2011 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading

The age of redemption in New York has begun.  Its face is that of Amar’e Stoudemire.

The Knicks are in the process of rebuilding for a championship and their main starting piece is the big man in the middle, Stoudemire.

Stoudemire has not disappointed the management and fans in New York, he is averaging 26.2 points and almost nine rebounds per game.

7. Derrick Rose

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CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 28: Derrick Rose #1 of the Chicago Bulls puts up a shot between Hedo Turkoglu #15 and Gilbert Arenas #1 of the Orlando Magic at the United Center on January 28, 2011 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bulls defeated the Magic 99-90. NOTE TO U

Derrick Rose is making a strong case for the voters to make him MVP this season.

In the absence of Carlos Boozer and Joakim Noah due to injury, Rose shouldered the team and helped keep them in contention.

Rose averages 24.7 points, almost five rebounds and over eight assists per game this season.  Those numbers may be good enough for a few MVP votes.

6. Carmelo Anthony

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DENVER, CO - FEBRUARY 10: Carmelo Anthony #15 of the Denver Nuggets looks on during a break in the action against the Dallas Mavericks during NBA action at the Pepsi Center on February 10, 2011 in Denver, Colorado. The Nuggets defeated the Mavericks 121-

With all of the trade rumors surrounding Carmelo Anthony and the Denver Nuggets, it's amazing the man is still playing at such a high level.

The Nuggets are still in contention and Carmelo Anthony and his ability to ignore the talk about trades on the court are a big reason why they’re still winning.

Anthony has played well, averaging 24.9 points and 7.6 rebounds per game.

5. Dwayne Wade

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MIAMI, FL - FEBRUARY 08: Dwyane Wade #3 of the Miami Heat looks on during a game against the Indiana Pacers at American Airlines Arena on February 8, 2011 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or

When Chris Bosh and LeBron James announced that they would be leaving there teams through free agency to join Dwayne Wade in Miami, everyone was stunned.

Wade made out like a bandit in the whole deal.  He never left his town so no one can call him a traitor and now the publicity around the team can help his publicity.

While Wade had to cut back on trying to carry the team on his own, his numbers remain solid.  He averages 25 points, 6.8 rebounds and 4.4 assists per game this season.

4. Dwight Howard

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The Orlando Magic have a sycamore in the center that loves to block shots and force his will in the low post.

The Magic’s Howard is a huge presence at the defensive end of the court but he can also be as effective at the offensive end.

Howard averages 22.6 points and 13.9 rebounds per game while being a factor by blocking shots on a regular basis.

3. Kevin Durant

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Kevin Durant is one of the best players to come into the NBA in my lifetime. He still has so much growing to do physically and mentally and he is already one of the best in the league.

The Oklahoma City Thunder ride Durant’s hot hand almost every night and now that he has his ‘Robin’ in Russell Westbrook, he has been even better.

Durant leads the league in points per game with 29.1 and also averages seven rebounds and three assists per game.

2. Kobe Bryant

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The Los Angeles Lakers have been struggling this year but they are still one of the top teams in the NBA thanks to the consistent play of Kobe Bryant.

Bryant averages 25.3 points, 5.2 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game this season and has been the steadying force that keeps the ship in the right direction.

For the Lakers to have any chance to win their third straight NBA Championship, they need consistent play from their big men and Kobe Bryant to play at the high level that he is capable of.

1. LeBron James

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Whether you love him or hate him, LeBron James is the biggest star in the NBA.

He is a physical specimen and he is one of the most dynamic players to ever step onto a basketball court.  With that being said, he is also one of the most hated players in the NBA.

LeBron caused a lot of trouble when he made the switch to Miami from Cleveland and now people come out to boo him instead of cheer him.

James averages 26.1 points, 7.3 assists and 7.3 rebounds per game this season but his biggest accomplishment is his ability and willingness to share the spotlight so that the team can win.